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    Baltimore Soundstage

    3.1 (150 reviews)
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    BALTIMORE SOUNDSTAGE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Very loud
    Live music
    Casual
    Good for dancing

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    Julien K
    Tatiana W.

    Great venue, great employees! Ease of parking is non comparative, parking garage right next door. Huge ladies room, clean and no line! One thing I would say had to be corrected would be placing a more visible tape on yhe r Thank you for having "Lord of the Lost" play at your venue 9/13/24!

    Great communication about the issue and fast, detailed response

    I went here for the Big Bubble Rave on 6/6/25, and there was NO announcement whatsoever about it being canceled, but when we were waiting in line we were told that it was canceled because their DJ was in Texas. EDIT: I've improved the rating due to their swiftness, honesty, and compensation. It seems to be the event's fault and not the soundstage. I still think they could be a bit more organized but this seems to have been a rare occurrence.

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    Mary K.

    Small venue, great for being up close with the artists. Offer cocktails and canned beverages, no drafts. I had a great time at a recent show for Whitey Morgan.

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    Melissa M.

    We went last night for an Emo night that had 4 different bands. Overall the bands were great and had nice energy but they were truly failed by the sound system. For a concert venue, you would think their sound system would be top notch but it leaves a lot to be desired. During one bands set there was so much feedback with the speakers and guitars I truly felt like leaving. Other times we couldn't hear the singer or the guitar solos. It was just a hodge podge of sound that turned us off. We did spring for the VIP seating because we're old and wanted chairs and that was a good idea because we had a server! Not sure we'll be back for concerts but maybe a comedy show? It's too bad because it's in a great location.

    Eric Roberson
    Mrs. E.

    Came to see Eric Roberson... great show! I would recommend attending this venue as they provided food and drinks.

    Derick Y.

    Went to see a sold out show for Teddy Swims last night and it's been years since I've been back here but overall I would say that I was happy with it. 1. Parking garage right next door that you can pay for on your phone. Clutch. 2. Intimate setting. Don't know what the max capacity was but I didn't feel super crammed that I couldn't move around. If you're short, I'm sorry but go towards the back at the railing. You might be able to see over everyone then since the floor is elevated. 3. Bartenders were moving with a purpose! 4. Audio and lighting were pretty good. I would go back for another show in the future.

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    Malikah M.

    Came to this venue for the CIAA close out brunch. I was pleasantly surprised by the food and seating. They also had plenty of bars open for fast service. The bar drinks were great but expensive. They had the place setup to also host a day party. They don't have a lot of room for dancing but the DJ was pumping. I will try another event here in the future.

    Deanna D.

    I remember when this venue was once Iguana, a club I frequented every Friday in the early 2000's. A lot of crazy memories at this place. Happy to see that the venue didn't just go down like many other clubs in Baltimore. My most recent visit to the venue was for the Conway the Machine tour. I also visited back in 2016 to see the show Straight Outta Oz. The venue is always clean, the staff is friendly and the shows are always top notch. Tickets for shows at this venue are always reasonable. You can really see a lot of big name acts for a very affordable price. The drinks are strong and also reasonably priced. They also sell food, I didn't order any, but the prices weren't outrageous. I hope they bring many more dope rap artist here in the near future!

    Japanese Breakfast, 9.30.2022
    Alexis B.

    I recently saw Japanese Breakfast at Baltimore Soundstage with some friends (7 or 8 of us). I really didn't enjoy the venue. As a short girl, this space is rough. I saw the band by picture someone took for me - because I couldn't see the stage at all. All night. It was super crowded and there was no incline at all in the venue. So if you're not above average height, I would get there really early to be in the first few rows of people. Overall, it was just a blah venue - very tight, very crowded, very flat. Small overall, but it had two bar areas and an area for merch sales. Bathrooms were fine. I'd really have to love an artist to go back to Baltimore Soundstage. If it's someone I'm on the fence about someone and they're performing here, I'd definitely pass.

    Hell on the Harbor 2023
    A.E E.

    Great weekend. Venue never disappoints. Organized and professional staff . Great vibe .

    Nazary N.

    A really top notch venue with some truly talented promoters. They have every kind of act here from indie rock to death metal to hip-hop to comedy shows. Paying attention to their calendar is a great way to make sure you have a great night out in Baltimore. The space itself is fairly small without feeling packed when it's at max capacity. There's always short lines for the bar and a good selection of drinks available.

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    Ask the Community - Baltimore Soundstage

    Does any know if there is a specific VIP area?

    VIP is not offered every show. When it is, I've had seats to the right of the stage.

    Does anyone know if they let bags in?

    My bag has always been allowed in after being searched

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    First, parking sucks. If there was any reason to show up early it's to find better parking and…read moreavoid the parking garage. Otherwise, loved this smaller venue that really lets you get up and close to the stage. More and more fantastic artists have been coming through here and not going to some of the other venues in the baltimore area. The drinks are at great prices, which is suprising for a venue and even more surprising for baltimore. Definitely keep up to date with the events that come through here because there's not much advertisement. And the restaurants in the area are within walking distance and great to grab a bite before the show.

    The Metro Gallery is an institution of amazing well-known and up-and-coming bands and performances…read more I greatly appreciate that the bar has a selection of alcohol and nonalcoholic drink drinks that don't feel limiting. I recently attended the 2025 Subscape and was impressed by their ability to offer a free show at such a quality venue. I can't say enough great things about this place. I do want to give a special shout out to the doorman who who informed me that they were at capacity, but ultimately allowed me to enter after I waited for 20 minutes as he confirmed that their staff was able to allow another person in as people started to leave. This place is one of the many reasons why the Baltimore music scene is awesome.

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    The Manor - Vegan Chocolate Cake

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    3.5(71 reviews)
    1.0 miMount Vernon
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    My girlfriend and I decided to check out the brunch here. Our server was Montez who informed us…read morethat he was the only server and asked us to bear with him which we really appreciated. Our order was taken once Montez was able to make his way back. We also were told that the bartender called out which left a deficit in their coverage but I loved how everyone shared in making sure they helped in anyway they could. Our food came out in a reasonable time. I got scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, and glazed apples. My girlfriend got scrambled egg whites, regular bacon, and pancakes. We also got a bottle of Prosecco for the table. The food was came out hot and prepared to our liking. It was several people celebrating birthdays so the energy was nice and the DJ was definitely on point! There was also an option to purchase hookah if that's your thing. The GM came over and introduced himself and we were checked on often between our server and the young lady that was hosting. We really appreciated the transparency on the staff coverage which makes all the difference. There is parking lot right behind the establishment that requires payment. They also have street parking it just depends on your preference. We definitely plan to return for a drag brunch which they also host:)

    I've really tried to give this place grace, but I can't give it any more of my business. Of my…read moreseveral visits, the only consistently positive experience I've had is Jasmine's service. Even during busy times I've been where she was the only server working, she's always really pleasant and never made me feel rushed. This review is about tonight's experience. After picking up my order (by foot), I get home and see that someone named Maurice called to let me know only half my order was given to me (I believe he's the manager). I asked if he could just credit that portion of my order, and he said I'd have to do it through the app (there's not an option to do so). There was no offer to have the order delivered to me so I just walked back to pick it up. He did apologize for the inconvenience when he handed me the bag, and said he put a $10 card in the bag. When I got home and open up the food (dinner-sized scallops entree), they gave me the smallest scallops I'd ever seen, they were not pan-seared (or under-seared), were rubbery and had NO flavor. This was not worth the price, the inconvenience of walking a half-mile back to the restaurant for, and def not worth the $10 card that I'd have to spend $30 to unlock on an order that automatically includes gratuity. I hope if this happens to a patron in the future, they will consider having the order delivered, and at least throw in a complimentary appetizer or dessert if it's too much of a hassle to credit them. As for the food quality...i just want them to do better. The place is beautiful and I want them to succeed.

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    The Depot

    The Depot

    3.6(32 reviews)
    1.6 miCharles North
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    I came once before for a show and I had a great time! But…read morerecently I had a bad experience that left me feeling dark and empty, like the cycle of the moon was causing everyone around me to radiate negative and hateful energy. The interaction forced me to go home and watch Mr. Bean's holiday to remind me that there is good in the world. I came in at 1:15 which is late but the door was open and there was a DJ in the back playing music and like 7 people at the bar. The bartender was chatting with two people at the bar so I walked up. And the bartender gave me the dirtiest look that made me question if I had known him as a child and did something wrong to him because he looked at me like I was his number one enemy. Then he said "yeahhh we're like ..... getting ready to be done....." and I said "okay is there time for one drink? Or did you already do last call" Then he just kept looking off and said yeah no. We're done. And I said okay! No problem. I was curious what was happening in the back like if it was a DJ or karaoke or what because I hadn't seen the set up before and like I said I like this place for shows. I was just genuinely curious and I was preparing to leave no matter what but like F SAKE can a girl not ask a bartender a question about the establishment??? Again he looked at me like we had ancestral beef, like he had been hating me and my families bloodline for years. And he just kind of ignored me. And said something like "you can't just go back there and hangout" and I said "I know, I was just asking. I thought it might have been karaoke or open mic I didn't know you guys did that here" Then he ignored me. Like I was not trying to hangout and get a drink after he already told me no I was just curious because if there was karaoke I'd like to come back for it!!!! Then the woman he was talking to at the bar turned to me and said "have you ever been to Royal blue? You could go there" And idk how to explain but it was in the most condescending way ever, like you don't belong here or like she was talking to me like I was 5 years old?? Anyway I said okay thanks, I was just curious have a good night. And I left. And I left feeling the anxiety and humiliation in my tummy like I had just been bullied out of the cool kids lunch table. So. Sorry for bothering that bartender by asking 2 questions about the bar that he works at and sorry for whatever crime I apparently committed against you in our first cycles of life that made you absolutely HATE MY GUYS even though I was literally wearing my "please be kind to me" shirt. Now im too humiliated to go back and it was just sinister vibes. Sad.

    We randomly stumbled upon this bar after the royal blue on a Saturday night. We were trying to go…read moreto Club Chuck, but I guess they take a week off during the summer, which is really great. It's super super divey and oddly really long. You can tell it's a good music scene and dance space because there was a DJ and he was trying out a lot of different things so we had the dance for all to ourselves. We also found some random Halloween decoration that we ended up dancing with. I guess there's food here because Yelp is offering it to me as an option to review, but I have never eaten here. The drinks are all well and you should not expect a drink anything faster than a beer or a well drink. I really liked how empty it was and the music was really made for us. I had a great time and I would definitely stop by again. It also feels like one of those places that's a fever dream.

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    Mobtown Ballroom and Cafe - Full ballroom waiting between dances at square dancing

    Mobtown Ballroom and Cafe

    4.6(47 reviews)
    1.7 miCharles North
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    Great coffee, lunch, bar and venue on the spot of the old Red Emma's on North Avenue. A wide open…read morespace near MICA and the University of Baltimore. Would be good for a very casual meeting. Best thing here though is the biscuits. One of only a few places in Baltimore that has a biscuit worth a damn. It's huge, flaky and made into a sandwich with egg and sausage,...just awesome. Sausage is house made as well. I've never tried any other meal because it's my biscuit go to! Service is counter and very friendly.

    Went to square dancing on 11/23 and had a surprisingly great time. The attendees seemed much more…read morediverse than I expected: not majority White, but the largest chunk was, fairly queer, and all ages (including a couple kids with their parents). The dance floor was full but enough space for all the dancing. The female caller was inclusive and direct, re-teaching steps when she saw some groups struggling, and she had great chemistry with her band. You really don't need to know anything about square dancing, she taught everything you needed to know. It was my first time square dancing, and although I was anxious about switching partners/dancing with strangers, it seemed like the caller took that into account: you start with just your partner, then find another couple, then you find two other couples, and all these formations ease you into switching partners. I was sweating by dance #2, but I stuck around until the band took a break after 1.5 hours. I had three complaints: her mic was not loud enough, the water machine was broken, and not enough chairs for folks taking a break. However, besides those concerns, square dancing made for a great, affordable date night.

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    Maryland Deathfest - The soon to be metal mall

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    3.0(2 reviews)
    0.5 miPenn-Fallsway

    bought my 4 day pass for My Dying Bride. only did the 4 day because a group of friends were going…read moreso I could tag along. Bride cancelled so I listed my ticket for sale. I also contacted Maryland Deathfest to inquire about a refund. they didn't respond but then sent an email saying my refund was being processed. I checked the eventbrite app and my ticket was removed so I removed it from my sale listing on ticket stub. they said it would take up to 7 business days to see the refund. it's now been 11 days and they won't respond to any of my emails or messages. If they're going to remove my ticket and take away the chance for me to sell it to recoup some loss, they should honor that refund. they flat out stole my money

    Maryland Deathfest is the high point of my year. Four days of heavy metal (grind, death,…read morethrash..the heavier, the better), booze, friends, and loading up on awesome merch. Typically the first day starts around 5ish and goes til 2 am, the second starting a bit earlier and the weekend being an all day event. I love perusing the amazing merch tents and finding band shirts that I could only dream about (or, I suppose, find online). I've been going to MDF for five years now and it is THE metal fest in America. In fact, it is one of the few fests in the US to draw people from all over the world (both bands and spectators). They've had their bumps in the road as the fest has grown over the years including venue and security issues but I feel that for the most part that has been resolved. Sure, drink prices can be high (like this year water prices kept going up every day. Weird) but for a festival they have a nice diverse line up of drink and food choices (I recommend the bbq and the tacos). The frozen drink stand offered some delicious and refreshing daiquiris and margaritas that were worth the high price in order to cool down. So metal heads, unite. Eat, drink and get crazy. You won't find another metal festival like it in the states. I've seen some of my favorite bands here and have really developed a love for Baltimore in the process. This city doesn't get enough credit sometimes. They are more than gracious hosts. Oh, and don't forget your sunscreen. Most of your day will be spent at the Edison lot in the blazing sun which is a parking lot turned in to a venue. The other two venues included in fest are the Soundstage which is a nice smaller venue and Ramshead Live!. Ramshead is a very nice larger venue with a nice craft beer line up. You will learn to develop a nice way to balance water, caffeine and alcohol intake after a few years. Or end up being one of the swaggering drunk zombies or people sleeping on the asphalt. haha. So, if you are a metal head, I highly recommend you start making the yearly pilgrimage. It is well worth the money, exhaustion and sunburn to see some of the best metal acts in the world, stateside.

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