Great venue for seeing a concert. The space is small and intimate. Standing shoulder to shoulder with other concertgoers amplified the fan energy. I was worried about the music being too loud, but it was just right. Security took longer than expected to let us in. Doors were supposed to open at 7, didn't actually open u til 7:30. It was a nice night out so we didn't mind standing on the sidewalk. When they did let us in, security was swift and efficient. Bat tenders were great. read more

They were an hour and a half late getting us inside for our VIP meet and greet. The security at the front door said that it is not their responsibility to let people into the venue until entertainer says so, but don't you think that it's the responsibility of The Loft to communicate with the entertainer and make the statement they are running late. I am sure, if communication was better, then the entertainer would try to stay on some sort of schedule. Needless to say, after spending money for a VIP ticket, we were only given about 20 minutes with the entertainer and instead of the hour that we paid for. read more

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Fabulous experience at this Venue. Being a vintage person that still loves to rock to live music has been hard. Especially since I love smaller than concert hall venues. I purchased tickets for Nicotine Dolls which quickly sold out, tickets for this venue are really reasonable so check their calendar. Parking was super convenient in garage next door and very reasonable at $10. There is a bar for drinks but expect concert prices. Venue is very accessible via elevator just ask one of the nice members of staff. Getting there in the evening was easy and easily found via Waze and Google maps read more

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I've been to this venue many times for various concerts. I like the space. Its intimate and very easy to view the stage no matter where you're sitting. The only con is that the light/stage control booth is right in the middle of the dance floor and takes up space. read more

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Been here for plenty of shoes. The Loft is connected to Second City. Lots of diverse concerts, bar and acoustics. No food, pay parking & adult cool crowd. read more

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The best experience so far from all the venues housed in this one building!!! Of course I would be at LION BABE's second show in Atlanta. I was in the building last year for the first tour and I enjoyed every moment of it!!! I knew what to expect and I had the upper hand over many patrons since they hadn't seen them in concert before. Parking was a breeze because I knew what to expect, but it wasn't for some, because when the concert was over many people had boots on their cars. There were all kinds of signs saying parking rules is strictly enforced and Parking Authority comes through and check each car on the regular, so I don't know why they still got caught up?!? The entrance to The Loft is the golden door in the front. We stood at the door and didn't realize you had to form a line along the sidewalk. The line got pretty long and it seemed more people can out to this concert than last year!!! The weather was inclement but it let up just enough for us to get in the building and poured down raining after the show was over!!! I met a cool chick waiting in line her name was Ty and we ended up enjoying the show together and exchanging contact info. Now that I'm getting older in life I can chat with anyone about anything. How does the saying go, "I haven't met a stranger recently!" The vibe was really relaxed and this was an alternative crowd, you would have called them "weird" in high school(I was considered weird myself in high school, among other things). With this crowd, you can be sure there was no rambunctiousness. There were two opening acts, Neilá and DJ Ree de la Vega. Both were exceptional and set the tone for the headliners. There was a slight pause between the sets, but once LION BABE hit the stage none of that mattered and we were focused on them!!!! They put on another AMAZING SHOW like last year. They sung the whole new album, Cosmic Wind, and added some of their signatures like "Jump Hi" and "Treat Me Like Fire". I danced and sung to every song since they are my favorite band. The bad weather didn't stop the vibe or anything, everyone still had a great time!!! I was on a high after the show like last year, but to top my high off was I actual met Neilá and LION BABE at an after hours eating spot. I could not believe my eyes and couldn't stop gushing and praising them all for a great show!!! I was able to let each of them know I was a fan for life and I enjoyed EVERYTHING about the show!!! Just writing this brings back some many great memories of that night and I still tripping on. I gave this venue 5 stars because they had a lounge area in the back for people to sit on, which was perfect for my mother because she couldn't stand up the whole time. The security shooed everyone out the venue after the show but he saw my mother still sitting down and he offered to personal take up down to the car through the employee elevator. We thanked him profusely because it was a long way down if you came in the way we did. This whole experience was nothing but GREAT!!! I can't wait for the next LION BABE show!!! read more

I was there tonight and a girl was collapsed, unresponsive, and unconscious. None of the bouncers or staff did anything. Someone ended up calling an ambulance eventually but the bouncers and staff just stood there and watched for the most part. They didn't even offer to help in any way. read more

I saw my friend's band play here a few months back and I remember really enjoying myself, and not just because it was cool to watch my buddy rock out in front of a fairly large crowd. The Loft is a fairly small bar/music venue; however, the crowds generally do not exceed the maximum capacity considering they are usually there to support their friend's band, or a friend of a friends band, or a friend of a friend of their aunty's sister's cousin's band. I noticed that most of the individuals in attendance were dressed far more appropriately than I was the night I happened to be hanging out here. They were all wearing their cool rocker t-shirts and torn up jeans, while I on the other hand was wearing a polo shirt and baseball hat backwards. As you probably guessed I felt a little out of my element when I initially walked through the front doors. The bar area looks like it cost the owner a pretty penny, considering the counter tops are made of a polished marble slab material that you usually would only see on shows like MTV cribs. Also, whoever made the decision to fill a good portion of the interior with couches and coffee tables should get a raise, because I thought that was an excellent touch to the interior landscape. The acoustics were rather poor here though. I guess you really can't expect the acoustics to be fantastic when the performance takes place in relatively small area. read more

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This spot is a little larger than Vinyl which is located next door. I went for Soul Fusion, which is always a treat. It's rare and the talent usually impresses. I checked out The Loft in the middle of the summertime. The interior was dark but spacious. But, its not too large to get a good feel for the bands. The night I went, the AC must have been broken because sistas were sweating out their perms. And brothers were doing the subtle napkin dab to the forehead. It was SO HOT! I actually had to leave early because, you know chocolate melts! All in all, its a nice venue. A little smokey, but intimate enough to overlook that minor detail. read more

An event I enjoy moved to this venue. It is upstairs at Center Stage. Parking can be a bit frustrating since the lot under the venue is small and tight. The attendants do not count the cars to determine when it is full. So you end up wasting time being in the lot when there is no parking. There's a big hill to exit the lot onto West Peachtree. There are plenty of nearby parking lots ranging from $15-20. Worth the short walk to avoid navigating the tiny lot. The venue is truly a large loft with a large stage and two bars. There's a seating area behind the main bar and a decent size side room behind the other bar. The bartenders are inconsistent. Some nights they are great and others they suck. Like any venue, it gets warm the longer the event. read more

"Hey look, _____ is coming to town" 'Oh yeah, where are they playing?" "The Loft." " Well crap! " The Loft is not a great venue but they do get some great shows. First - parking. $10. Pretty convenient except that Saturday night the underground garage was full. But they don't put a "lot full" sign out because they want to lure you in, take your money, and give you a little piece of paper entitling you to park in their overflow lot that is a block south on West Peachtree which, incidentally, runs NORTH . This means you are going to have to go all the way through this stupid garage, exit onto West Peachtree and do a big square. Christ! Once out of site of the attendant, we moved some cones and made a spot in the garage. The sound sucks; but considering the concrete walls and floor, not as bad as it could be. The floor is level so unless you are a six foot three, there is not a good place to stand except in the front. You are on your feet all night, unless you decide to leave the floor and take a break in a weird little lounge area off to the side. The smoking bar is a great place to get a drink quickly if the main bar is slammed- that is if you, like me, can tolerate the thickness of the floating death gas in the atmosphere. You have to wade through the crowd to the front of the house go get to the restroom. That is just one more thing that contributes to the weird awkwardness of this venue. The staff are great from the guy who checks ID to the bartender, all are courteous and helpful. Kudos to Lyle. When we entered the show, Annie handed him what she thought was two twenties. Lyle ran us down inside the theatre because two bills were stuck together and she had accidentally paid him an extra 20. Kudos, Lyle for incredible honesty and restoring our faith in humanity. An extra star for Lyle. read more

I dig the Loft okay as a venue purely for the feel of it alone. It's large and well lighted and has decent sound, unlike its biggest like-size competitor the Masquerade. I've only heard of a couple bands I like that come here: it tends to be smaller and more rock-scene oriented acts. They have two bars in the upstairs alone so there's not much trouble fighting to get attention for drinks, which I know a lot of rockers care about. You need booze to stand a lot of the acts that come in here. Playing here is kind of a bitch because you have to lug your stuff upstairs and there's no proper load-in area: you kind of park on the curb and take static from the security guards until you finally move it off. Though I did enjoy playing here more than other places and as I said the sound is pretty decent. If more bands I liked came here (which I'm not exactly sure why they don't) I'd probably come out a bit more often. read more

I don't know the agreement between Centerstage -The Loft and Spring Trap, but in my opinion, when Zack, who told me he was the Production Manager for CenterStage, in my opinion, he was the decision maker as he took authority and dismissed independent artist Van Leewen out of the event I flew 3,000 miles to see on April 30, 2017. Zack placed himself as an agent speaking as a representative for Centerstage, the venue. Van Leewen is an accomplished independent artist hitting well over 70K in listens and the numbers are fast on the rise with songs like, 'I Still' featuring Kehlani, 'Let Me Drive' featuring Jimmy Wit an H, and 'Sleeping with the Enemy' featuring Alex Tru. I don't regret going to Atlanta because the real show took place outside of Centerstage starting off with the slogan "Fuck Spring Trap", and I must have to agree to those words. Despite what anyone has heard about that night at Center Stage-The Loft, I was there and as you know there is always two sides to every story and then there's the truth as seen by an eye witness. Whoever the promotor was for the Spring Trap event, I don't know if they were even there that night and if they were, they stood by, and did nothing. It seemed a little planned to me, but who's to say. Behind the scene, I know there were some disagreement as to the pay, but the show must go on, right? Van Leeuwen sold the most tickets and fans paid good money and a few travelled far to see Van Leeuwen perform. The good part for me is the fact, I didn't fly all the way from California to Atlanta to see Van Leewen perform, it didn't go in vain because there was an after party in an undisclosed place and I didn't get home until 4:30 a.m., so Yeah, the Van Leewen show ROCKED despite how people in the industry try to punk a genius!..and I'll end it with #fuckspringtrap and to CenterStage-The Loft should be more careful who they let rent time and space. read more

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I have a hard time not liking this place because I have seen so many amazing shows here that they must be doing something right to attract my favorite bands! The scene is dark and unattractively empty when you first walk in, but the barrenness works only to your advantage once the place fills up! You'll thank God there was breathing room by the time the night is over! On the other end they have a nice, NYC style bar with pendant lights and mod barstools, and a stage low enough for you to tug on your favorite guitarist's pant leg if you feel so inclined, but I wouldn't advise it. I've seen Super Furry Animals there and Supergrass as well (some of my favorite bands ever formed) and I can't say the sound was perfect, but it was pretty darn close. Parking can be a pain so just do yourself a favor- bring cash and park in a pay lot being supervised by legit folks, preferably those using using flags or light sabers to entice you into their lot. It's better than circling one-way West Peachtree over and over again and missing the show! read more

I've been going to the Loft since it opened a couple years ago and it is definitely my favorite music joint in Atlanta. I love the whole complex (Vinyl) but prefer the size of the Loft the most. It is a great Urban experience and although parking at the venue is expensive you can find pretty inexpensive parking just around the corner. I love the bands that play there usually they are on the cusp of becoming big and if you're lucky enough to catch them at the Loft before they are big time it is a spacious yet intimate venue. You can get right up in your favorite bands face and probably get an autograph after words or you can chill back in the back ans socialize with the bartenders (all of whom are attractive and sometimes more pleasing to look at than the bands). read more

Modern and intimate. Hip yet cozy. Right in the heart of the midtown Atlanta scene. A friend and I came in on a Monday night to see Yelle - a fun, French pop performer who we had been dying to see on her stint in the States. I can't really comment on the parking situation because we took public transportation (to Art Center) and walked (highly recommend this option!). Ascend the stairs from the entrance on Peachtree, and you're ushered into a modern, concrete walled musical escape. It's got an interesting little layout. There's a little seating area to the left just as you walk in, with benches beneath the window looking out on Peachtree. Right beside that is the main bar (where the cans of PBR are served up by the dozen). There's another bar along the back wall, but it was not open for the little Monday night performance. The main stage is almost in a corner, to the leftish at the front of the room. I kind of liked this because it gave it a more intimate feel. I'm a sucker for the small venues as opposed to the behemoth arenas, so this was right up my alley. The sound and light booth is kind of awkwardly in the middle of the room by the wall on the left, but in such a small setting it's really the only option. The light control guy seemed to be having a grand old time during the opening act (Lemonade). He would press a button, look around. Slide a control, look around. My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed watching him in his experimental glory. I must admit, the bright greens and blues and reds traversed the room with artistic flair, so he really performed well. I think the main reason I had such a positive experience is because of the show itself. Yelle has an amazing energy that fit well with the space. It felt like a dance party in a friend's attic. But overall, the staff was pleasant, the place was clean, and it had a great vibe. I would love to come back for another show soon! read more

I'm going to have to agree with Heather N. The space is cozy, attractive, and I love being able to sit and lounge. But the acoustics are so-so at best. And ultimately that is why I go to see live bands perform. If I can't hear the band, or the vocals are muddy, that is not acceptable to me. Location, ambiance, seating: 4 stars Acoustics: 2 stars Total: 3 stars read more

LIVE MUSIC... That's all that really needs to be said! I'm a live music addict and The Loft definitely gives me my fix... I hate to admit it, ok, maybe not, but I find myself frequenting this place at least once a month. LOL (I know, I'm addicted) The whole scene is great no matter who is playing. The staff are all wonderful, especially the bartenders ;) they will ensure that you are "GOOD" ! ! ! The sound is up to par with any large music venue. In the past couple of months I've been attending the free Hip Hop concerts. Bun B with a live band one month and Redman with a Live Band the next. A totally different experience, BUT STILL, in true "THE LOFT" style... YEAAAA BABY read more

It's been a while since I went to a concert, so when Eisley announced that they will be playing at the Loft, I went right online and signed up to see them play. Now the Loft is a couple of blocks away from the train station, so I went to Lindbergh and took the trip to Arts Center. Walked up there a bit to see where it is, then walked around to get food (eventually found Tamarind - excellent restaurant that I will yelp in the future). Then rushed back to the place. I walked up, gave my ticket and as I enter and I see. . . . . . . lots of empty space. ". . . . oh, its one of these," I thought. "this is going to be cool." Well, cool for the 17-25 year olds.. Not so cool for anybody with slight back problems; After going through 2 acts, I really couldn't stand up that much anymore. But then Eisley came up and they *rock* (although Sherri have a sore throat - poor kid). Oh, the first act (Veda) - rocked also. The Myriad - not so much (I don't care of acts that imitate Chemical Romance or, for that matter, Chemical Romance themselves). Overall, if you are not old like me and don't mind standing around, you'll have a great time. read more

If you smoke, or like to party with people that smoke, or enjoy being coated in smoke all evening, then this is the place to see a show. I don't like to do either. And unbeknownst to me, who just bought tickets to see 2 shows here, they let people smoke in here and walk in and out of here regardless of who's performing (I think that's rude for the artists) No matter where you stand, all of sudden here comes some smoker blowing smoke in your face ruining your night. The smoking room is almost non-existent as nobody stops the folks from moving into the main floor with their cigarettes. read more

I came here and had a good time during a WEEKDAY, so I think this spot has a lot of potential. When the speakers are good and the drinks are cheap, count me in! I think it's a good place for up and coming artists and they surprised me a little when I saw their calendar for upcoming events.... good names on the horizon. It wasn't exactly a lounge, but not too much of a bar either. Kind of just good space and an opportunity to socialize if the crowd is cool. I say good stuff. read more

Went to The Loft for the first time last night to see Gogol Bordello. Hey, I like this place! It is very spartan, but very polished. All concrete with really no furnishings, this isn't really a place to just hang out. All attention goes to the intimate, low stage. We were there very early so we easily found ourselves centered in the third "row" of folks all eagerly awaiting the show. I'll save a review of the actual show for another time (it was excellent), but I will comment on the sound. From my place just to the (stage) right of center and very close to the front, the sound was superb. It was loud enough that there was no doubt this was a punk show, but not so loud that my ears were going to explode. The balance for the most part was very good, the sound system had no trouble carrying the load. I was very impressed - poor sound is what made me stop going to shows oh so long ago. And the bathrooms...clean and decent! I don't know the last time I've been to a venue where the bathroom wasn't a disgusting, dirty mess! This place gets big bonus points just for that. The staff was super. Security, bartenders, everyone, was so polite and welcoming - it seems like they are proud to work there. None of that haughtiness that is so common at cool venues. The only reason I didn't go five stars for The Loft is the general consensus that if there was a fire, we'd all be screwed. I don't know if that's the truth - there may be more exits and accessibility than it appeared, but I overheard several comments echoing my own thoughts that I sure as heck hope there isn't an emergency and we'd need to get out. Of course, maybe that's just the emergency worker in me worrying too much about things like that... All in all, this place was great. I am really looking forward to seeing more shows here, and look forward to getting out of the house more often. read more

Alize Event! I went here for an Alize Event to celebrate the Spellmen/Morehouse homecoming and this place is pretty cute. When we all arrived it was a smaller area with music playing and folks were just relaxing and enjoying the Alize, which was FREE all night by the way. All favors of Alize which was a nice kick! As the night got later....The Loft opened up the other side of the place which is kinda like a divider in the middle of the place the divider opens up while you are standing on the other side. This side of the Loft had a DJ spinning records. Pretty cool... read more

Saw Fitz & the Tantrums here (well, technically we came for their opening act... Google "April Smith & the Great Picture Show" and then you'll understand why... pure awesomeness!). This venue is weird. It's a long, awkward rectangle with mediocre sound and a really low stage. If you're hovering closer to 5'2 or 5'3, it's impossible to see much unless you're standing in front of the stage. They have some spots to sit and lounge by the picture windows overlooking W Peachtree and multiple bars. And clean bathrooms! As a woman, a fact like this can never be overlooked. Good enough place if a band you really love is playing here, but that low-rider stage is a big bummer. read more

I attended a show at the Loft for the first time last night for Stephen Marley. First off, I had a great time. I went with low expectations and I was just blown away. With a large area in front of the stage where most of the people "jammin'" were located to the quieter rear bar area where you could take a breather if you needed one(which is key when you've been dancing to great music for many hours), this place has everything you could want in an intimate music venue. The bartenders were accommodating and easy going compared to some of the other venues I have been to. The sound was ideal too. Not too loud, but definitely loud enough to get everybody moving and having a good time while still hearing every single lyric as best as I could with a Marley progeny on stage. Everyone was having a blast and it was a really energetic atmosphere. Overall, Stephen Marley put on a great show and I would very much enjoy seeing him again. Hopefully, next time it will be at The Loft again! read more

If you like bunkers this place is for you! It's concrete and sterile. This is by far the most terrible beer selection I have seen anywhere. I could not bring myself to buy one. American light lager - bleh. I don't like standing for three hours. There is NO seating available to watch the band. That is just wrong. On the plus side, the sound is decent and there is no smoking. read more

I went to go see Two Door Cinema Club at The Loft on the 12th and had high expectations for the show after having listened to the band quite a bit and catching onto the buzz surrounding the Irish trio. I was very pleased as I was leaving after having experienced a great night at a fantastic venue. The Loft is located upstairs at Center Stage Atlanta, which is a unique and well-balanced venue with 3 separate spaces in one. I have been to shows in all 3 venues and they specifically cater to the type of show, crowd, and environment necessary to have a great time. Parking was simple because there is a garage underneath the building, and the prices were reasonable. It saved a lot of hassle, too, because parking in midtown Atlanta isn't a fun thing to do. The Loft is easy to find and tickets were readily available at the door for a couple of bucks more than the online price. Once inside, there were 3 full bars available and the prices were definitely reasonable. But I'd have to say that one of my favorite parts of this place is going downstairs to Vinyl in between sets to play ping-pong! They have 5 or 6 tables set up for anyone to play. It's such a simple concept and it's absolutely brilliant. Back upstairs. Two Door Cinema Club plays upbeat indie rock, so it was definitely a good thing that the venue provided such a large standing room because the show eventually turned into a giant dance party. The beat was bumping and the energy was great. Overall, The Loft provided a great space to enjoy Two Door Cinema Club. Everything from the sound to the staff was excellent and I definitely would recommend coming to The Loft. read more

I think the person who reviewed before me was either a) too drunk to know where they went b) not very bright or c) just writing review from some show they went to in 2002. The Loft hasn't let people smoke in the performance area for quite a while. There is a side room with doors that allows smoking, but you cannot smoke in the main stage area, which I love. Also the main stage has its own pair of bathrooms (there are 2 more in the smoking room as well) so you never have to worry about your poor nostrils being bombarded with smoke. They have a full bar and IIRC cheap PBR. Tickets are usually pretty cheap and they dont have those ridiculous service charges that ticketmaster has become so infamous for (though tickets are usually only at will call, can be a bit cumbersome when meeting up with a group). read more

It's a pretty decent place to see a show, but I rarely go here as there isn't much I ever want to see. You can park right at the venue which is nice (though expensive). It's pretty open and expansive for a smallish venue and has a good stage. The sound is pretty decent. I've enjoyed all the shows I've been to here, but the venue has never really impressed me that much. 3 read more

You get a two only because an Artist I've waited 10 years to see from a different country performed last night.. but the professionalism and passion that came from the security staff was heart wrenching.. from pushing people out of the building who was waiting for an autograph from an Artist who gladly was giving signatures to telling the artist himself he can't sign or take any more pictures because he had somewhere to be.. "mother fucker you're at work right now what the fuck you mean you have some where to be..." As a pregnant woman I commend the one nice gentle man who let me sit down as I waited for the artist to be able to see me... but every other security walked up to me and tried to start some shit.. I made it aware i was pregnant and have no problem kicking one in the shin.. but I wasn't moving until I got my picture signed... The didn't care about the people who paid to attend.. They didn't care about the artist.. the security was just mad because they were ready to go.. EVERY SINGLE FUCKING ONE OF THEM...Like I mentioned this artist is from another country.. the security were taking blurry as pictures of them and the artist in hopes of moving them along and forgot about the fact that these people probably won't see this artist again if not ever.. People who work at a music venue should care about these things.. because experiences like this can ruin it for the customer.. and leave a horrible taste in the artist's mouth read more

I recently saw the indie pop-rock sensation Rooney at The Loft. It was a fun night on the town to say the least! There was a full bar around the circumference of the venue. Due to the layout of the venue, the view from any area on the floor was great. Anywhere you stand, you are able to receive an exceptional view of the band playing. Bathroom and smoking accessibility are easily available, which is usually very important at any kind of rock show. It was nice to not have to weave through masses of people to get where I was trying to go. I also thought the sound quality was amazing in The Loft. It is really satisfying to actually go to a show and get to listen to what you came to hear. The overall vibe of the venue was very intimate and welcoming. I will definitely attend another show here in the future! read more

This is a terrible venue. Lianne La Havas was great there; however, I paid to SEE her. Instead, I could only hear her. The stage is way too low for a standing-room-only event so if you don't want to fight the drunk people blocking the front of the stage, then you can forget about seeing the act. I've been to wonderful standing-room events (say at the Tabernacle or even at the now-defunct African Djeli). The Loft, on the other hand, was awful for a standing, live show. The manager, Nicki, was rude and unaccommodating as well. I paid for 4 tickets to go here and I must say I would never do it again. I wouldn't advise that you do it either if you actually want to see the act you paid for. I can listen to the artist via mp3 at my house. I don't need to pay to hear them while being crushed, elbowed, blocked, and treated rudely. Warning! Stay far away from the Loft. read more

I loved this venue! It's small so you're so close to the artist. Drinks were fairly priced. Overall, it was a great experience going here. I want to go to more shows here, for sure. read more

Didn't care for going up all those damn steps to get inside the venue. Also they need better air conditioning & acoustics. 4 stars bc I found one of my favorite bands there, palaye royale. I almost didn't attend this show but Im glad I did..omg. read more

Thank Folks at the Loft for hosting such a great space for our Yelp Holiday Bash! Great open space with a DJ station for Talib to spin! Wonderful venues from folks ranging from Zaya, Ecco, to the Art of Touch. I had such a great time without feeling like I was cramped into a small room, the space easily hosted a crowd of 200+, with plenty of room leftover to move, dance, and mingle! read more

I'm about to sound really high maintenance here but I was wearing heels and my feet hurt. But there was no place to sit and also watch the show. That was a bummer. Everything else was exactly what you'd expect out of a music venue: a big room with bored looking bartenders and fat bald headed guys telling you not to stand in front of the emergency exit. What if I want to be first outta there in case of a fire? Self-preservation, man. read more

I really like the lay out of this place...there's plenty of bars, a SMOKING room (you gotta keep 'em separated), and ample bathrooms. We saw Butch Walker here and had an absolute blast...sound was awesome for a solid rock show!! Of course I'm old and would have preferred a few more places to sit but that's just me...Looking forward to returning to the Loft for the Yelp Holiday party! read more

My least favorite of the 3 stages at this venue (Vinyl and Center Stage being the other 2)- on the top floor, up narrow stairs that usually becomes a bottleneck with drunk people and stiletto'd girls who can't navigate stairs. This venue is a long and narrow industrial-like concrete room with the stage at the end. The concrete floor is uncomfortable to stand on for the hours when I'm trying to keep my place near the front by the stage. I'm short so it was impossible for me to see the stage, (especially behind a 6' tall gargantuan college girl or 6'5" bouncer type who you can't even see around, which inevitably always happens to me). The place gets packed with people and it's a sketchy club...I've been to great concerts here, which is good b/c if they weren't, I wouldn't have even given the 2 stars. (Geesh, I sound old & cranky in this review.) read more

Loved the intimate venue! My friend and I got Cokes for only a couple dollars which is a good deal if you've been to bigger concert venues. It can get pretty hot in there once the show gets started, and I didn't notice any sort of wheelchair access since it's on the top floor. If you have a disability I would call to see if there's a hidden elevator access. Overall, a good night. read more

I saw Ingrid Michaelson here this fall and overall had a great first experience. The place is small enough to feel intimate but also large enough to pack a good number of people in. The set up is a bit awkward because it just goes straight back from the stage so if you are in the back and short (like me) you aren't going to see much. This leads me to the one snafu of our evening. We noticed some space on the side near the front and moved up. When we got to the front I noticed a door to a small room off the left side of the stage. Perhaps this is the smoking room other reviews reference? There was a woman sitting on a bar stool in front of the door and I asked her if we could go in there and she said we could. We went in and found plenty of open room right next to the stage. It had been really rainy and the ceiling was leaking in one area but we found a place to stand that was dry and there were only a handful of other people back there. We stayed back there the entire show and had a great side view. Some of the band noticed us throughout the show but Ingrid didn't notice there were a few of us over there until right before her last song. She casually said "oh hello - didn't know people were over there" and went on with her show. Before we knew it someone was back there telling us we had to leave the area immediately. So we all started leaving and when I looked behind us the employee had let two girls stay back there. Perhaps that woman should never have let us back there in the first place or perhaps the band requested no one be in that area. I don't know. But if you are going to make folks leave the area make them all leave. And if there is only one song left in the entire show maybe just let it go. Overall it was an okay but disappointing to get moved the very back of the entire place right at the start of the last song. read more