Lived in KC for 11yrs and went the first time for a concert a couple weeks ago. Fantastic layout,…read moregreat close parking (for free!) love that there are so many options of standing/sotting from the outdoor areas, stage side, upper deck, and inside! Has food and multiple bar windows, bathrooms are small but clean. Great open area and don't feel crowded at all. No matter where you're at you get to see the show either looking at the stage or a projector screen on it so you never miss a beat. Cash only!!!

First time and wasn't sure which stage the concert was going to take place. Dressed for Missouri in…read moreAugust-- ended up freezing inside. Truly a dive bar atmosphere felt like we could have been sitting in the movie Road House. Not quite sure about the quality of the sound system and acoustics.

Great bar to hang out in and have a few drinks and some food. They have live bands Thursday…read morethrough Sunday nights. They allow smoking inside. It gets packed on Friday and Saturday nights. Fun atmosphere.

Dirty Harrys is the place to be any day of the week! The food and atmosphere is amazing, every…read moreemployee and customer in there is always in a good mood and everyone is welcomed. They have a band every weekend and the servers/bartenders (especially Brandi" are incredible. My third week going in the waitress already remembered me and my wife and when we seat ourselves she comes to greet us with a Busch light and Michelob ultra, our drinks Of choice! Always a good time!

"Small" semi intimate setting as a movie theater but with a stage for tonight's live performance…read morewith Brass Rewind. They have VIP seating--it does offer bistro tables/seating, behind the theatre style seats, but perhaps only for "LIVE" events? So far, the seats are comfy. Plenty of leg room where I'm seated--4th row from the stage-stage left? lol I have no clue but facing the stage, I'm seated on the right, so?? They do have a concession stand, and there's a food truck outside--not sure the truck is this venue's modus operandi.

Fun place. With their eye grabbing marquee, I'm always paying attention to their upcoming shows as…read moreI drive by Aztec often. I was excited to go with my wife and parents to see The Truetones as my mom is a huge Beatles fan. I underestimated how much it would fill up so we stood up near the stage. Though we would not have expected this, Aztec's staff was very kind to offer us any available seats. I do wish there was more standing room available and I wish there was a larger variety of music that played here. However, the classic rock cover bands I've seen here put on a GREAT show. I'm glad to have this place in my local community.

My husband and I actually drove past this place at first--I was expecting green signage, not red,…read moreso it didn't immediately catch my eye. Even walking in, we weren't quite sure what to expect. The entrance is small, and you're greeted right away, which was a nice touch. Once inside, it's very dark with deep red lighting--almost like stepping into a cave. It took a moment for our eyes to adjust, but once they did, we immediately felt at ease. The space is cozy and perfectly aligned with its purpose: it's all about the jazz. The service was great--welcoming, attentive, and added to the overall experience without taking away from the music. And the music? Absolutely captivating. It pulls you in and transports you--you can't help but settle into the vibe and just enjoy the moment together. We went on a Monday, so there was plenty of seating, but I noticed there's also a lower level that likely accommodates larger weekend crowds. There's a solid drink menu and a small selection of food, but honestly, this isn't the place you come for a full meal. Come for the drinks, stay for the music, and soak in the atmosphere.

Where in the US can you go to experience amazing live taken for only $10z the Green Lady Lounge is…read morewhere you go! Clean, smoke free lively jazz music and plenty of seating. There's two levels of entertainment. The service was friendly. Only thing is that they don't have food so eat beforehand. There was a hummus plate and some desserts. We had soooo much fun. Such talented musicians. This was a must visiting from LA!

Saw John Mulaney here a few weeks ago and really enjoyed my time! The grab and go station had a…read morewide variety options. Wish I had more time to grab other places, but on the whole, I'd see a show here again!

Their handling of severe weather is ridiculous. I'm not talking rain but tornado watch, hail and…read morethunderstorms with all other venues cancelling they wait until 45 minutes to decide. Rain or shine does not mean bodily harm with no option for refund. Then they say we can move but "seats are filling up" when they didn't advertise they were offering moves. FIFA fan fest cancelled, Shawnee Theater in the park cancelled and the lady on the phone has the nerve to cut me off when asking questions? Understand when you buy you will have to endure tornadoes, 70mph winds and hail before a refund.

Nighthawk is one of my favorite spots downtown and a go-to when friends are visiting. The drinks…read moreare pretty good and there's an small menu of snacks available to order until around midnight. There's often something fun scheduled during the weekends, live music or DJs, but it's worth checking the online calendar before a visit as the space can also be reserved for private events.

The Ambiance in Nighthawk is unmatched. Im not sure why it took me so long to attend a weekend in…read morethe speakeasy but it was a lot of fun. I was very disappointed in the fact that Ziggy and Neptunes did not show up because the back up Dj was terrible. I hope Ziggy and the Neptunes are available the next time i'm there!

Watch the marquee - The Bottleneck features an ample stage hosting bluegrass to heavy metal, bop,…read moreswing, country, rock, big band horns, Disney mashups, salsa, drag parades, Zydeco, and more. I've found that bigger names and highly gifted performers come through Lawrence on their way cross country, so pay attention and research the artists scheduled on Sunday through Tuesday nights. (This is true of most Lawrence music venues). Cactus Blossom was 5 brothers from Minneapolis melding family voices like the syrupy blend of Everly Brothers harmonies; Justin Payne was originally a classical violinist who jettisoned to Nashville, got a waterfall of all other music influences, and traveled the road for over twenty years honing his skills at music and reading crowds. Look at the wall of promotional 8x10 glossies of the bands that have played here and you'll get the picture. Lots of acts you want to see today were at the Bottleneck when they were building their cred - and you may be able to say, "I saw them @thebottleneck BAE." Oh, btw - The Bottleneck is small enough that you can generally interact with the performers - and the shows get better with the energy of the audience. It's big enough to take a group of friends and small enough that the audience makes an impressive impact. (Ever notice how people respond to praise and encouragement?) Often, the musicians stick around to autograph their merch, discuss where to eat and drink, and enjoy midwestern hospitality along their grueling path to play for nameless faces in faraway places. Support the artists and inhale their blooming talent.

I had no idea The Bottleneck had a couple of skylights…read more I guess I never really visited much during the daylight hours. Anyway - the venue has gone through a small renovation. They've updated the sound and lighting systems. They've also done some work around the stage, repainted and cleaned the interior and semi fixed up the restrooms. This is a fun little venue. Whoever you come to see will look and sound good and you should have a good time.

All around five stars. Absolutely five stars. The staff is friendly, accommodating, and…read moreprofessional. The space is welcoming and cozy, though I hear they may be going under some renovations in the near future which I'm sure will only add to how wonderful this spot already is. The drinks are reasonably priced and it's near several yummy restaurants. The sound was fantastic -- I was actually impressed with how much oomph came out of the back room where they hold shows. Looking back over other reviews for this spot, well, they have ANOTHER new owner as of this week, so I have to imagine it only gets better from here. I can't wait to see what it's like moving forward!

Come see me do comedy here tonight. Please wear a mask. I'm funny. I'm cute and have tits to die…read morefor.

Fabulous food and service! First time and we'll be back…read more Tried nachos (they use real cheese) and jalepenos were excellent Have to have a dog. Omg are they good. They also have weeknight specials and were affordable Love the staff too - a plus

Sometimes a bar should just be a bar. A true dive bar in heart the downtown. It kinda reminded me…read moreof Chubby's but dimmer lighting. The bar area had seeming holiday type decorations around the bar seating area. The ceiling has beer brand signs. The local bar which has pictures of patrons, possibly regulars in collages framed on the wall. Meet up for lunch. Both waitresses were excellent. I ordered a burger & fries. It was a decent burger and fries.

Land of a thousand old fashions, plus four additional menu pages of drinks to choose from…read more It's a great little spot, intimate and comfortable, with a separate whiskey tasting room. The cocktails were superb, the servers friendly and helpful. Overall, a very pleasant experience.

Tried The Sentinel Room for the first time. Tried The Golden Hour, Gingy's Demise Old Fashioned,…read moreEspresso Martini and Banana Bread Old Fashioned! So good. Great service, cute place and decor. We loved the vibe and will certainly be back!