I recently went to a concert here for Forester (featuring Koiter), a duo group, yet surprisingly had a strong fan base. We were in the smaller rooms, which made the space intimate for fans of Forester. The lighting was great, the presentation was great, the drinks were great, and the atmosphere was pumping!! When you walk in there isn't much of a walkway, you just enter the place which is a room with an elevated stage. The lights were dim and cool. Forester didn't get on till 830pm, and Koiter was on at 730. It was weird to have Koiter parallel to the stage, because when you walk in you absolutely know where to look since there is a stage. But Koiter is a mellow house DJ that needed his DJ sound system equipment, so I guess there wasn't a place to have it set up without some delay, so he was put at the back of the room. It was sort of funny cuz he made an announcement "Hey I'm Koiter I'll be opening for Forester.... but I'm back here" so that was kind of weird Also had time to head to the bigger stage where Mind Chatter was performing. Lightshow was awesome and cool to see. As far as the staff here at Elsewhere, everyone was great. I had no complaints. You're going to have a great time here at your concert! read more

First of all, too-cool-door-guy: relax with the ticket scanning, remember that a 10 year old can do your job. Second, no need to have guests guess where you want to stamp them; just let them know. Beyond entry, I've been to a lot of shows in my day and never have I seen a headliner, with TWO opening acts no less, end a show at 10pm. Is Anna of the North working on Norwegian time? (kidding, kinda). Am I missing something? We arrived at the venue around 9:15 (doors were 7) and I guess she must have been 3-5 songs in (assuming she went on around 8:30? - absurdly early for a Sat night show) so we only caught 4 or 5 fun jams. I digress, the little of what we heard of the show was fantastic- she played some good hits, dance-alongs, the slowest Price cover ever (zzzzz) and the mixing and sound were well balanced. Aside from a bit too much reverb on Anna's mic, they sounded great. Word to the wise: get to this place early, headliners are completely off stage by 10pm, weak sauce if you ask me! read more

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They book a LOT of great acts here. I've been to both Zone One (capacity 200) and The Hall (capacity 700). This venue is not easy to get to as it's located in a desolated industrial area. There are also NO food options anywhere, so eat before you make the trek to the venue..But its actually pretty quick to get an Uber here after the show ends. They have an outside area for smokers. Set times are posted near the front of the venue and I like to snap a picture of it before I go in. (Last show I attended, 4 musicians performed) I MAY come back for future shows read more

Checked out a Shallou + Japanese Wallpaper show @ Elsewhere and thoroughly enjoyed the venue and vibes. Right in between East Williamsburg and Bushwick, Elsewhere is a venue that screams hipster Brooklyn right when you enter. There's a sign that reads: No Sexual Harassment No Acts of Aggression (Including Leering) No Racism No Misogyny ... and this all holds true as you're met with a cheerful, friendly crowd. The space is decently sized, with a main stage room accompanied by a back room past the smoking section. There's also a rooftop: not too sure on the details here as it was closed this particular night (maybe because it was raining). Definitely suggest checking this spot out. read more

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Fantastic place to dance. Great music in the hall, saw Niche, Underground System, and Poolside. To enter you need to show ID and vaccination. I didn't wait long on the line to enter. Once you enter put your credit card on your bracelet if you want to purchase drinks at the bar. It was easy to do. Poolside was incredible in person! Niche was great. Underground System was fantastic. This woman played the flute while the DJ spun some tracks. Overall, I loved dancing at Elsewhere. The best 5-1/2 hours of dancing at this venue. Next time I'll try the others - the rooftop and zone one. read more

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Great show. I went to see DJ Thimo Supremo what an amazing DJ! I was completely vibing out . The lights and scenery complimented the music so well. Let me tell you when I RSVP and got there I got treated like royalty. It's such a dope space. The folks were nice and the bartender was great. The space is huge, the main room where bonobo was playing a beautiful room. The second largest room where I spent most of my time was a room big enough for like 200+ people which I loved. Then the smallest room looked like it could fit 75 people was a nice red spacey kinda feeling room. This venue is all over the place, but it's big, adventurous and fun. I'd definitely recommend this place as a date if you really wanna impress someone! read more

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This is my favorite club in the entire world. I first came to Elsewhere for their rooftop parties, then I got to experience the inside. The name of the venue makes sense. The main room is so big and spacious with plenty of room to dance. My friend and I decided to check the rest of the place out. We ended up in a room with some random DJ and like ten other people LOL. We seriously got lost but it was the coolest thing ever. We went back to hear Walker & Royce that night and it was so much fun!! miss you, Elsewhere read more

Great venue-very small, intimate, yet not packed to the brim uncomfortable. I still had space around me to move and dance. There's also a rooftop and some other areas to hang out and lounge while waiting the bands. I don't know if it was an isolated night, but the sound quality was bad. The vocals sounded scratchy and not rich like I expected. I thought perhaps it was the singer, but I noticed it with multiple bands. read more

Takes forever to get in. Went to a sold out show w one guy checking ids and on other doing bags. They couldn't effectively communicate with people trying to cut the line. While it was pouring they only have a singular tent to keep the bouncer dry. Been here twice n just dissatisfied read more

will recommend excellent sound system and lighting. nice amount of bathrooms. close to Manhattan

***Come for the music, stay for the grilled cheese and good vibes.*** Really good place to go with a group - there is something for everyone. Obviously there is a great dancefloor/music scene but there's also a slightly quieter bar/lounge area when you need a break, and a huge rooftop with another bar and amazing views. Refreshingly un-douchey for a rooftop scene. Not sure why all the bad reviews about the staff. Bartenders were generally quick considering the crowd compared to other places, ticket guy was friendly and helpful. Total line/ticket experience was under 5 minutes. Required coat check is normal (do you want to be crowded off the dancefloor by people in wet winter coats? No. Of course not.) Drink prices are on par with other Brooklyn venues. But the underdog here is the grilled cheese. Not sure how they do it, but twice I've ordered perfectly toasted grilled cheeses at like 1am and they are magic. read more

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"The Loft" is a bar and café space that is set back from the street, secreted away on the second floor of "Elsewhere," a hot new independent music venue. I live nearby and heard about this new spot from a friend of a friend, so I came through with a bunch of friends and had a helluva time. I went after work to grab some low-key drinks with friends and ended up staying the whole night. We got there walking about 3 minutes from the Jefferson L stop, and going up a wide flight of stairs on the left of the building. The music was on point, the bartenders were super friendly and quick, and the drinks were reasonably priced and stiff (just how I like em). A few drinks in I was getting a bit hungry and noticed they had a $5 grilled cheese on the menu--ended up ordering two. They were crisp, gooey and simple, just like my momma made em, and came with chips and a pickle. Totally hit the spot. The vibe inside the Loft is not quite like anything else I've seen before. It has great wooden tables and chairs, a few booths with banquette seating, striped tile floors, some red walls, some unfinished walls, dangling plants, mirrors, a disco ball, all-gender bathrooms, and a "skybridge" that functions as an art gallery. The windows look out onto a large courtyard. Being there feels like you're in a snazzy hidden clubhouse. The wide flight of stairs leading up to the Loft basically doubles as a covered porch for the place, so throughout the night folks would go outside to enjoy the night air between drinks. There's even a view of the NYC skyline from the top of the stairs! We basically bounced around between the booths, the stairway, and the bar, slurping our drinks and making merry. The Loft is set up so people can easily go back and forth between the Loft and Elsewhere's performance spaces, but there wasn't a show going on when I was there. Will def be coming back for more after-work and pre-show drinkin and chillin. AND I learned from the bartender that the Loft opens at noon and serves coffee throughout the day, with wifi and plugs and all that, so I'll definitely be coming back to check out that scene and get me another grilled cheese. read more

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went to see a band live, it was a pretty cool space. Although, the bathroom.. terrified me read more

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I was wrongfully accused by security of misconduct and forced to leave without any chance to explain myself. Very upset by this incident; it completely ruined my experience. Drink prices are astronomical, too. Oh yeah, bathrooms were completely trashed and disgusting. I thought Elsewhere was awesome at first, but the staff quickly changed my opinion. I do not plan to return. read more

They canceled my 100$ booking because of rain, it's perfectly fine and understandable IF they would give me my money back. It's been 2 weeks that I am trying to reach out to them, but no DM possible on social media, no phone number available, no customer support and "Sean" won't answer any of my mails. Left a bitter test in my mouth, you just shouldn't spend that much time to try to get a refund. Open to edit my review if someone contact me to process my refund. read more

Charming music venue in East Williamsburg that often hosts indie pop artists. I went to see XYLO, and unfortunately their rooftop was closed due to the weather. The main room is surprisingly spacious, though - you wouldn't have guessed from looking at it from the outside! Very grateful that parking is so easy in this area, we found a spot right out front. You can trust the bar to have a good selection of craft beers, but don't bother with mixed drinks - they barely pour any liquor in. Plenty of stalls in the women's bathroom, so there was never a wait even in between opening sets. Would definitely come back for other upcoming shows! read more

I love this venue. Multiple spaces and pathways between them mean that you can usually find a spot that fits your mood for the night. The rooftop is great in the summer. read more

Saw HEALTH play at Elsewhere, sound and lights were great. Spacious venue with a long bar in the back and a merch zone next to it. No seating here, it's a concert venue, after all. No snacks at the bar, but you can head upstairs to the separate bar for drinks or a grilled cheese (or CBD soda). The setup for entering the venue was disorganized but okay. Id they serve alcohol the night you're going, make sure to bring your ID, they check everyone! read more

Elsewhere - Upstairs bar area with bathrooms while we wait for the doors to the show to open - Music Venues Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The reviews are right: this venue sucks any enjoyment out of a show. Stupid unaccommodating rules, and crazy unfriendly staff. Nothing in particular happened to leave me angry, just overall mean service: We saw the 'No reentry' sign after we were paid and stamped. The staff "made an exception " since we asked right away, but told us -- with big scowls all around -- "next time, you should come when you're ready to stay." Later, after a forced bag check, the coat check person yelled at us angrily for no reason, "Don't lose the ticket!!!" After the show, we waited in a cramped, unorganized line with at least 50 other concert goers while the single cost checker looked for bags in the dark. If you're going to be @$$holes, you could at least be organized. I disliked this venue so much, I'll travel out of town next time my fav artists are on tour. read more

It's not my favorite venue ever, but there's really nothing better in this size/capacity bracket. Sound is pretty good, layout is spacious, and there are several areas to sit down comfortably when you need to take a break. The upstairs bar area and outdoor smoking zone are both much more inviting than most other venues' equivalent chill zones. The vibe is a little off for techno nights in my opinion, but overall Elsewhere does a nice job of straddling that difficult line between nightclub and rock venue. It definitely beats The Good Room. Also, it's in a funny corner of Morgantown/Jefftown where you can watch college kids get lost and cry when they step outside and lose their friends. Great fun! read more

The different spaces make for a fun mix of energies and dance styles but it didn't feel worth the price. We got there around 11 and the space didn't really fill up til midnight, lots of dancing in the loft but people mostly stood watching performers in the other rooms. Was a little annoyed that our pre-midnight tickets were listed as $35 face value, but when we bought them in person, we were charged $47...kinda rough that fees bump up the price that much. read more

The drink prices at Elsewhere are out of control. I ordered a canned cider and a canned beer and it came to $23. That literally makes no sense. I came here for a show last Saturday and was pretty annoyed by the staff. They didn't seem to be on the same page, so when one person directed me to go somewhere the other would be yelling at me telling me I was going the wrong way. Like one lady told me to go to the ATM and some employee apparently didn't know it was there and was wondering why I was cutting the line...?? (The ATM is also not really within sight, if people are waiting in line you're probably not gonna see it.) It was my first time at the venue. It has multiple rooms and I had no idea what room the show would be in. Once I left the coat-check area, I was in a large room with a DJ and a bouncer-type guy at the door. I asked him if we were currently in "The Hall" and he said that he didn't know. I remembered seeing a map of the place by the coat check and asked him if I could get it so I could verify where I was. He said that I couldn't leave the room unless I was exiting for good. Needless to say, he was an idiot. I don't know. Elsewhere is elsewhere all right. Somewhere else I'd rather not be. read more

Pros: Crowd, security, staff were fine. They post set times which is cool. Beer prices are high but standard for a concert venue. Cons: Went to a show in the big hall and one in the smaller space and both were good but both had sound issues. Vocals (windhand) cut out for an entire song, etc. Not super into the bathrooms. Its fine they're gender neutral I don't like how dark they are. Elsewhere is in a somewhat secluded neighborhood so a lot of people use uber or lyft to leave when the show ends resulting in a huge pileup, confusion and chaos. read more

Frankly, I think this venue is perfect. In my option it's well thought out and keeps everyone in mind, especially women which is refreshing. I always have fun here no matter who I'm seeing. For starters the staff is GREAT, they streamlined the whole entrance process so it's efficient and comprehensive. With all the entrance staff being so welcoming it was a breeze getting in, and took mere minutes. Inside, the bartenders are incredibly fast and attentive. The barbacks are on it too, and keep the place from being a sticky mess like most venues in the city; they go around periodically cleaning, which makes a noticeable difference. They have a coat check for $4, food trucks outside, and multiple choices of music in different rooms that are fun to explore and visually pleasing. In addition there are multiple scattered sitting locations. There are multiple bathrooms and the lines are all unisex so they move along MUCH faster. 10/10 on that one! It is never too cold in there and there are multiple location to go out and get some fresh air. Truly great venue, love coming back time and time again! read more

Very cool Brooklyn night scene! Three areas, with a fourth coming soon! Fair drink pricing, and specials. The view from the roof is beautiful! read more

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This place has a great layout with plenty of room to chill with some friends and have a great time. I can confirm with some of the reviews about their drinks. Their definitely on the high side. Overall I'm definitely go back. The sound was incredible too. read more

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Absolutely no bass, acoustics were clear but had no power to carry them. If it weren't for the talented musicians and prior understanding of what the music would of sounded like I would left the first few minutes of arriving. Thanks Elsewhere for ruining what would of otherwise been an absolutely incredible show with little effort on your behalf. P. S. Your sound sucked So sad read more

I've been hearing about Elsewhere as a great show venue for a while now, and finally got a chance to check it out recently to see Sun Ra. Though the house was packed, there wasn't a line when we arrived so I didn't experience any of the crowded madness that other people have described in their reviews. In fact, my whole experience was smooth and I really loved this unique spot. There are tons of halls and nooks and crannies to explore, so make sure you take time to walk around. There's a large stage (where Sun Ra played, going on right on time), as well as a smaller stage where we checked out an amazing soul/R&B DJ who had everyone dancing. I believe there was a full-on dance off on the stage later in the night, but I left before then. I absolutely loved how mixed the crowd seemed. From people in mod 60s dresses and suits (in the R&B room) to very young, Bushwick-y types and everything in between. All ages, colors, and dance skill levels - it was so fun to see! I was also impressed to see that there was a little tucked away bar area (I think this was called The Loft), where you could get food and actually sit and have a conversation in some old school diner booths. It was such a different vibe from room to room, which made the night exciting! I'll definitely be back for shows or just to check out that retro DJ again, and will be telling all my friends about it - we need to support NY spots like this! read more

You will literally want to go elsewhere. This club is mediocre at best. Get super packed with a very weird crowd that screams bro culture. Not really my vibe, and probably won't be your vibe unless you like being packed like sardines and not even being able to dance or let alone see the performer because sweaty, musty guys from jersey are pushing up on you. Drinks are overpriced for a place not even in manhattan. Not an inclusive club either iykyk !!! read more

I love this place. Definitely a staple for me and my friends whenever we want to see a favorite band play or check out new music. They never fail to curate a great lineup. Also a nice area to chill on weekends and grab a drink. Friendly bartenders and a helpful staff. The vibe is laid back or dancey, depending on who is playing. Zone One is perfect for intimate shows. Main Hall is great to jam out with all that space; they got The Voidz to play there more than a couple times which was sick. The rooftop is also worth checking out. All kinds of sounds are offered including rock, indie pop, electronic, r&b, dance, experimental and anything else I may have missed. Location is convenient, smack in the heart of bushwick, walking distance to the train line. Hip and warm community. Like my second home. read more

STELLAR venue to see Nitzer Ebb and other legendary bands. HATE the unisex bathroom in the concert area because it lacks a mirror and us ladies must do our hair and makeup. LOVE the shrimp taco cart outside! The BEST tacos I've had outside of Puerto Rico or Mexico EVER. Close to the L train, if the L train is WORKING! When/if you get off the train, the *neighborhood* looks SKETCHY AS H€LL! As long as you beeline it to the warehousey club, you should survive. Not sure if this place has any chairs, so maybe come here only if you do t want to sit? Large space with many, cool areas filled with happy, nice people. read more

I'm a fan! This venue has multiple stages suitable for bands and DJs. The space is neither too big nor too small, and it was very comfortable to catch some shows there. For little people like me, there is a platform area (in the back of the "Hall" space) where we can readily see the stage. The both times I was there I had no problem getting in and the staff was efficient. The drinks are on the pricier side (e.g. we had two canned IPAs for $24) but that doesn't bother me too much. Their lineup often looks promising, so I'll be back, most likely, very soon. read more

Elsewhere is more or less the only place I'll go to shows in NYC. Their 'big' room (the Hall) is just the right size, you can see all the way in the back (I'm not the tallest guy and have no problems), it never feels crowded, and the sound just keeps getting better every time I go back. The roof is lovely in good weather, the staff are friendly and welcoming, and you can just generally tell they're working their asses off at all times to be an inclusive, independent home for a bunch of different communities all at once. Great venue. read more

Excellent music venue with a diverse lineup of the best in all niche genres. The walk through of the gender neutral bathrooms to get to the bar is one of my favorite aspect of this space. Some of my favorite acts that have come through here have been: - DJ Koze - Eli Escobar - Mall Grab - Soul Clap - Nicola Cruz - Pillow Talk - Kevin Saunderson - The Bunker parties - Project Pablo Highly recommend as the soundsystem is exceptional and the visuals in the main room can keep you going all night. read more

A better techno scene although warmth is missing. You might get some affection from the industrial mechanics at this spot. I'm looking for love. read more

Ordered 4 waters. They charged us $20. After spending the last hour doing some calculations to figure out if that's a fair price, I'm forced to conclude that charging $5 for a water bottle that no other establishment would dare inflate past $1.50 is shamefully disrespectful. read more

Intimate music venue with a fast, efficient bar and friendly staff. Drinks are STRONG, thank you. Upstairs, there is a larger bar and lounge area that is chill and appealing. Slick, neo-noir lighting and design set a very 2018 Bushwick tone. They post set times, post signs that no marginalized groups will be harassed while in their venue (why aren't these everywhere?), you can see the stage no matter where you are standing, and the sound is great. This is how it should be done. Plus, you can eat at Mission Chinese right next door and pretend you're in Blade Runner. read more

Great Sound Big place Good booking Treat the artists nice with fantastic backstage area It would take a lot to make me return though! Was on the guest list but still was a TOTAL SHITSHOW trying to get in There was a mile long line in 10 degree weather This seems entirely due to bad management When you got to the door everyone was upset and power tripping but not making things happen after the indignity of shit show line there was a MANDATORY coat check which takes 30 minutes!! to get your coat AND 30 more minutes!!! to get it back The coat checking area was slow and confusing And I was on a guest list, so that isn't even considering what it would have been like had I had a ticket or wanted to buy one Seemingly a work in progress People love waiting in lines in NYC so I'm sure they will do fine read more

I will start by saying that this review is not for the venue as a whole, but for their crowd management set up of getting people in. I went to a show there last night, and the to get in was insane - ticket holders and non ticket holders waiting together... and it was like 30 degrees out. They were letting those who were on a guest list bypass the entire line -why?! If I've bought a ticket 2 months in advance, why am I waiting in the same line with people who don't have tickets at all? And why was there only one person checking the bags and making his entire process so slow that I had to wait 40 min out in the freezing cold?! Please hire more security and get everyone in faster, and consider having to let holders be on a separate lane. I want to update this review as I had another event at the same venue and the crowd control was handled way, way better. read more

Self-service, very expensive. A $10 salad of cucumbers and tomatoes the size of a pack of cigarettes is not the freshest. The music isn't interesting, it's a bad look. The only thing you'd like there was the atmosphere that visitors created. Otherwise, it was a robbery!!! The price doesn't match the quality! read more