This was a great surprise. The unique combination of many different features: variety of artwork,…read morestage of live acts, a booth, high top and low tables, bet on tap, unique menu, great landscaping, really unique decor, cool merch. And the service was great. There is clearly something special going on here. People with heart, authenticity for something they love. I really like this place. It's a new favorite. We were on the SW of town and thought we would try someplace new. We will now find a reason to go here again.

I cant believe ive lived in Grand Rapids for over 3 years and am JUST going here. They have great…read morecoffee, breakfast items, and lunch items like flatbreads. We came in the morning and it was the perfect place to get some studying done. There is so much seating with couches, booths, tables and more. They also do some shows and mic nights here. I will be back very soon!

Midtown is such a cute performance space. They are located in studio park, right on top of of the…read more123 restaurant and movie theatre. They host open mic nights (usually free), comedians, and niche musical artists. I believe the venue only sits around 100 people, but the intimate space makes for fun shows where artists can interact with the audience. There is a full service bar in the back and they serve a few snacky-type foods (popcorn, pretzels). Ticket prices range, and I think it's based on who they book. So just be in tune to their website for info. If you park in the "STUDIO PARK(ING)" ramp, they will validate the parking ticket. My experience seeing shows here has always been positive. Midtown is also a part of the Listening Lawn performances in the summer! Overall a 5/5 rating.

I've been to the Listening Room a few times now, most recently for a stand up show. Seats were…read morefirst come, first served, so we got there early and grabbed a seat near the front. One of the nice things about this venue is that there's not really a bad seat there, due to the small size of the room. It's pretty cozy, but I like the more intimate setup for shows. I will say that we could hear the concert happening outside on the lawn throughout the set, which was a bit distracting at times but not too bad. A server will take your order right from your seat - they have a small drink menu and a couple snack options. They only had one mocktail option available - a lemonade drink which was really sweet but tasty. I wish they had the other non-alcoholic drinks that One Twenty Three offers downstairs. Drinks are pretty pricey, and I'd skip the snacks and just head to One Twenty Three for dinner before or after the show. They close out your tab automatically at the end of the night and add a 20% gratuity. You can still ask to see your bill if you want to check the total, etc. I think this is useful so you don't have to flag down your server to close out your tab if it's busy. I still really like this venue, and will continue to seek out shows here.

A friend was playing a show at the Tip Top recently and it had been years since I'd been there. The…read morebar is cozy and people were very friendly. We paid $15 per person for the band, cash only (they do have an ATM on site). They have live music most weekends, and you can reserve tickets online ahead of time. We got a booth for our group of four and it had an okay view of the stage - there are a couple of pillars that obscure the view but the music sounded great. I was worried it might be way too loud in the small bar, but it seemed fine. Bring earplugs if you need them! I think they sell them at the bar too. We got some food to split - the fried green beans and the grilled cheese sandwich. This food is simple but tasty, and goes great with a cold beer. I especially liked the crispy fried green beans with jalapeno ranch! Tip Top definitely gives the vibe of a Nashville honky tonk, and I had a great time.

So went for a concert, didn't know anything about the venue. It looks like a neighborhood bar from…read morethe outside but dang you get transported to a sonic retro oasis on the inside. Great crowd, awesome drinks and delicious food. Won't break the bank.. promise you that So go take a chance at some great live music and have the chicken and waffles, AT THE BAR!!!

I can't speak to comedy events or indoor events, but the Ska the Lot show in June 2026 was amazing!…read moreWhat a cool outdoor area! Got to see 7 great ska bands play! Sullvn, boy detective, catch 22, five iron frenzy, suicide machines, mustard plug, and Goldfinger. What a memorable day / night. Great idea with the food truck outside! And good beverage options. I had a PBR just like the old days. I live on the other side of the state and have never been to an outdoor venue this cool. Also all the workers were friendly and helpful with stamps on our wrist for ins and outs.

The Intersection is a multi-stage venue that gets some decent acts. I've seen at least 15 shows…read morethere since 2011. The main venue is large and cavernous with hard concrete floors and limited reserved seating. The "stache" is the front room with a small stage, which makes for an intimate show and we've seen some favorite bands there. Elevation is downstairs and I've only been in there once but is also pretty nice for a smaller show. The bar lines tend to move quickly, and I like that there's a bar in the lobby that's usually less busy. They don't serve any food, which is a bit of a bummer but there are a few places around where you can get dinner before a show. No designated parking lot for the Intersection but there's plenty of street parking nearby. Overall I prefer 20 Monroe to the Intersection these days mostly for their snacks :) But if a band I like comes to the Intersection, it's an easy yes for me since it's close to home and a decent spot for a concert.

I went on a Thursday night desperate to find a place to dance at on a random weekday. They…read moreadvertised that Thursday's are their college night. I'm not sure if they meant early 00s like 2000-2010 college era but it was FANTASTIC. I grew up on that early 2000s hip hop and r&B so that was nostalgic. The crowd is exactly within that age group. It was a fantastic fun night. Drinks weren't high end and amazing but for $11 they'll taste like you'd expect. I'd recommend going with a group of friends and staying accountable for one another. The cover is $5 with college ID or $10 if you're an adult not in college. I'll be back to dance here.

How Marissa has a job here still is beyond me, the most rude and awful bartender in Grand Rapids…read more Since you like you delete my reviews from google I'll put it here. This places drugs people and allows others to get drugged and turns a blind eye. The bartenders and security are all doing lines and shooting up before, during and after their shifts. Get better staff and maybe protect your paying customers from being drugged.

I love this bar in the BOB. It is on the first floor, as soon as you walk in the back door. There…read moreis a small bar that no one ever sits at, so it's always open, there is a bit of an open area, and then there is a stage and dance floor. There are always bands here that play fun music and it's always a really good time. The bartender there is really nice (somehow we always see the same guy). They serve some of the Bob's Brewery beers, and some outside beers, along with liquor. This is a fun stop to make, and I would recommend checking it out if you've never been in there!

Stopped in on a Friday night with a group of friends. Sat at the bar- pretty quite inside the…read moreestablishment. Bartender did a good job, but not much of a personality... Love the decor and they have a nice selection at the bar. Music was odd.. cant even remember who or what was playing.. but just mediocre music. Not very busy, either. I like the idea of this bar.. but for some reason, I feel like the music and the atmosphere just kinda miss the mark. Personal opinion!

As a handicapped individual i was holding the arm of a friend as i walked into the establishment…read more Apparently this is why the bartender (and self proclaimed manager) refused to serve me as my friends played pool. When I explained my disability she simply stated she was going to call the police. I looked her dead in the eye for 3 minutes after telling i was waiting for an apology i never got. I simply left the establishment never to return and to ensue my fellow handicapped friends follow suit. You should be ashamed of yourself!

Bar food done right - and they have daily specials, like $8 for a burger and fires/tots/onion rings…read morewith a draft pint. That is a steal in an economy where most burgers are $16 and fries are extra. Food is good and the drinks are strong. Service is always super quick and friendly. They have pool tables and various games, along with live music on weekends and a comedy show on Wednesdays. There is a small lot in back for parking, or some street parking.

Absolutely recommend this place. The audience alone is worth seeing a movie; everyone seems…read moreinvested in the film. The staff is great and it's clear they're true movie afficionados. Lots of people hung around the lobby after the movie to talk about it. Many restaurants and shops within walking distance. I've also seen live performances here, and there's not a bad seat in the house.

I'm in my movie era, and I'm so excited to finally have gotten a membership at Wealthy Theatre…read more Nate and I went to the Cat Video Fest on my birthday, which was so fun and sold out! I'm glad I got tickets online ahead of time, but they were still selling tickets at the door when we arrived about 20 minutes before the show. Memberships are only $15 and are good for the year. Membership gives you voting privileges for board seats as well as access to the bar at events. They sell some cocktails, beer, canned seltzers, and snacks. The theatre is historic and beautiful, and the seats were pretty comfortable. I will say it was a hot day and it got a tiny bit stuffy, but wasn't too bad. They show older movies and also have live music performances. I can't wait to come back to see more movies!