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Jacobs Music Center

4.5 (24 reviews)
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Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Christina R.

Gorgeous after the renovation! Fabulous theater! I wouldn't recommend balcony seats for those who have poor vision though. The seats are quite steep- though not as steep as I've seen in Manhattan. Just saw Sedaris here last night and the acoustics were fabulous! What a great show and great venue!

Addy W.

My friend talked me into going to see Beyoncé vs Beethoven here. Yes, are interesting as it sounded I had to see how they pull that off. I was able to find a parking spot real close by which was amazing. Plus since it's further from downtown the meter was only til 8pm, instead of this 10pm nonsense. Anyway, this was a really nice inside I loved the decor. Surprisingly, the concert was great! The had singers performing Beyoncé songs, while the orchestra played both to her sounds as well as then Beethovens. It was definitely not what I had expected, but in a good way. They encouraged us to sing and dance along, making it a fun interactive experience. The staff were pleasant and helpful in guiding us to our seats and or finding the restrooms. Overall, a fun evening out.

Cat N.

Someone took me here to watch Ronny Chieng and Han Minhaj standup. Checking in was super quick and easy. We also got directed to our seats. The venue is beautiful with an old school feel and lots of details. Seats were nice and we were able to see everything without any issues. All the bathrooms were clean and super private as well. The only thing was the line for drinks was long and took awhile. We just wanted water and skipped because the bartenders were making drinks as well as taking orders. As for parking, the person I came with paid for parking in a nearby structure for only $5 and it was a 5 minute walk. When it was time to go getting out was also quick and easy. We couldn't have been happier.

Chris L.

An amazing venue that has been recently renovated. Amazing acoustics as you would expect. Ticket prices offered are wide range to fit any budget. World class performers and the SD symphony is a delight to hear. Pre-performance lecture series introduces you to the composers and works and gives you a great appreciation for what's to come. Highly recommended. Food and drinks available with a cafe co-located inside. Easy access, handicap accessible. For the best seats select the grand tier.

Clythie C.

The Jacobs Music Center is SO special! It's a timeless venue that simultaneously feels modern and historic. Acoustics are fantastic. There isn't a bad seat in the house. The entry and exit experience before and after a sold out show as very smooth. They offer really delicious cocktails and food out on the mezzanine. And all of the staff is so helpful. We saw Sigur Ros with the Wordless Music Orchestra and it was a perfect show at the perfect venue.

Brandi P.

Beautiful music center from the entrance thru the entire venue. The seating was comfortable and the sound was amazing. We were in row F of the mezzanine, seats in the far end. We had great seats until a group sat in front of us and kept getting up and down throughout the performance. No food is allowed inside the center but they do allow drinks with lids inside which is nice. There are a few cars that serve alcoholic beverages (mixed as well as wine and even some holiday themed drinks which I found fun) and they were very reasonably priced. We only got coffee but from what we saw the bartenders were pouring decent drinks and all around $14-$16 it looked like. They also served sandwiches and snacks before and during intermission. I also loved the fact that they had cups of water and ice water ready to go for pick up (no charge). Usually event spaces charge several dollars for bottled water. Overall we had a great night. Staff was friendly and always smiling. We parked just around the corner in the suggested parking garage for about $25 (including fees) very short walk to the venue.

Inside the venue from Row M
Yonnie C.

The venue was nice as we got to sit in the middle orchestra section Row M to see the Ronny Chieng and Hasan Minhaj comedy show in Dec 2025. Restrooms are clean and they had some tasty ham/cheese and turkey sandwiches for $8.00, Fiji water was $6.00 but they ran out. Parking available nearby for $10 per vehicle. Security was fast and efficient. Seats were comfortable. The show was hilarious.

Jennifer C.

Came here for the Hasan and Ronnie show and the venue is gorgeous! I don't feel like you could get a bad seat in the house. It feels like a more intimate venue. In the lobby you can get drinks and light food. We got stone IPA cans for $8 and others in my group were able to get well cocktails and cutwater. I wanted wine but they were a bit pricey af $16. Friendly service though.

Lorraine F.

We finally saw a performance here after the renovations. This venue is BEAUTIFUL. I was surprised that they've been open for over a year now - for a venue that's so unique and iconic in SD, I wish the marketing was more present about this venue. We came to see the Nightmare Before Christmas in October featuring the San Diego Symphony and it was incredible. We got great seats in the Grand Tier, right side. I spent a significant time (maybe a little too much) doing research on the best seats in the house - whether it's worth paying the orchestra floor seats or not - and I found that their website had a great interactive seat view. that was very helpful in making my decision. If I were to come back, I would absolutely choose the Grand Tier again over orchestra - you get to see the nice architecture in the ceiling which is harder to see from the floor. The seats are comfortable and the aisles are spacious where we sat. The place just feels brand new. Parking is tough as with anywhere downtown. We ended up pre-paying a spot in a garage 2 blocks down. Keep this in mind and plan ahead. The only reason I'm not giving this 5 stars is for the food and drinks. They have an extremely small selection of alcoholic drinks and snacks. Ice is not allowed so none of our cocktails or drinks had any (not a great experience). For a place so nice, I hope they invest more in the food and drink service moving forward.

Michelle F.

Visited the Jacobs Music Center to experience the San Diego Symphony Orchestra and Rafael Payare in their new renovated and beautiful home. The space is immaculate, absolutely beautiful. From the light teal colors of the seats to the beautiful stage and surroundings. It had been so long since I had visited the music hall I'd forgotten what it used to look like. The Jacobs Music Center is conveniently located in an accessible part of downtown, away form the busyness of the Gaslamp. I was amazed to see that most seats no matter where you are seating appear to be good seats. The space is large yet feels intimate. And, the choral terrace behind the orchestra was something else, it made for an epic and eerie ending- literally gave me chills. This whole thing of blending the old and the new- works for me and it works for the JMC.

Orchestra setting up
Mark L.

We set out to have a magical night with the family at the San Diego Symphony and boy did it delight. They had snacks and refreshments galore to match the theme of the night. People were dressed up to share their enthusiasm for Tim Burton's Nightmare before Christmas. We had never been to Jacob Music Center. Parking was easy right across the street for $10. Gettin in was a breeze and the volunteer ushers whisked us to our seats in preparation for the adventure ahead. I wish I could see all my favorite movies at the symphony. We will be back very soon.

Feskeli G.

I came here to fulfill a bucket-list concert with my parents. This venue is a gem, located in down town San Diego. It was fully renovated during covid and i have to say I love it! We parked a few blocks away per ticketmaster in the US bank parking structure, and made our way here. Inside has a bakery/coffee area, bars, and accessible friendly areas with use of an elevator for most levels. We were sitting at the uppermost level, and had to use stairs to reach our seats which proved challenging for my father who has mobility issues. Over all, i would definitely recommend this venue. The acoustics were good, the lighting was good, and even with nosebleed seating , you still could have descent views of the stage.

Our experience was FAB-U-LOUS! The venue has always been a favorite and the renovation is AMAZING! There isn't a bad seat in the house. DID I MENTION THE SOUND QUALITY? INCREDIBLE.

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The venue was nice as we got to sit in the middle orchestra section Row M to see the Ronny Chieng and Hasan Minhaj comedy show in Dec 2025.

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4.0(1k reviews)
0.5 miGaslamp
$$

As I approached the old law office, we found a line wrapped outside ensuring ID was confirmed prior…read moreto entry. Our group was surprised as is was 2115, it's been open for about an hour and a half and packed. As you enter this old law office down a staircase one would find the "speakeasy statutes/rules" to maintain the 1920s atmosphere-- we loved the setting, the people, the drinks, and of course the live music!! One would not be disappointed. The cocktail menu was on an old record, which I thought it was so clever. Back to the rules, seems pretty easy! They mention to keep an open mind with the drinks as they do not carry vodkas, redbull, Budweiser or bulls**t. Mentioned a dresscode, more so be classic and states be respectful and don't be a di*k. I couldn't agree more with the rules. I don't think there is good at this establishment, as our group just came from dinner I wasn't looking for food. Just spirits, live music and a good time. Highly recommend if you are looking for live music and uniquely crafted cocktails.

I am writing this review to bring a serious safety and security issue to management's attention. On…read moreMay 18th. around 10pm, I was at this establishment and was unfortunately dealing with a male date who became erratic, weird, and made me feel unsafe. Multiple bystanders witnessed his behavior but failed to intervene, assuming it was just "relationship drama" After the man finally left, the venue's security completely misread the situation. Instead of checking on my well-being or ensuring the aggressor had left the premises, security targeted and chased me as if I were the problem. It is incredibly disappointing and dangerous for a business's security team to lack the basic situational awareness and training required to identify the actual victim in a situation. I felt entirely unprotected by the staff here. I hope management takes this as a serious sign that their security team needs immediate retraining on bystander intervention and de-escalation, rather than harassing women who are already in vulnerable situations.

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The Shout! House - The Shout! House Dueling piano bar

The Shout! House

3.9(1.7k reviews)
0.4 miGaslamp
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Live music
Large group friendly

On our last night in San Diego we asked the concierge for a suggestion. We wanted something far…read moreenough away ee could walk our dinner at The Melting Pot but not so far we would have to Uber back. She had complimentary tickets ( usually a $10 cover) to The Shout House, a dueling piano bar. We almost didn't go and let me tell you, that would have been a sad mistake. We walked in and while it was a little loud for us older folks, we looked around and took in all that was happening. There were people there much older than us as well as people barely old enough to be in a bar. The pianist (s) were hard at work a the drummer was rocking out too. We sat down. Let me tell you, that was the most fun we have had in a long time! All three musicians played multiple instruments, piano, harmonica, sax, and drums. The songs were everything from Slim Shady to Elton John and everything in between. Slips of paper were placed on the piano, a nod was given and off they went. The crowd sang along and we all laughed! Some of it was silly but ALL of it was fun! Highly recommend. About 10:30 the older crowd started making their way out, us included, early morning flight but we would have stayed until closing time. We might have paid for it the next day but had we not had a plane to catch we absolutely would have stayed. It was fun to see multiple generations having so much fun together and the music was incredible. We had just eaten so we didn't order food but what we saw on other tables looked good. Go!! You won't be sorry!

When you wake up with a hoarse throat and sore muscles, you know you had a great night of singing…read moreand dancing. Had a blast at dueling pianos, a little cheesy, but the performers kept it rolling and entertaining with little to no lulls. Food is pretty basic bar food, service was top notch. I was amazed how well our server handled what we needed along with everything else he had going on.

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Music Box - Third level interior seating

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3.9(518 reviews)
0.6 miLittle Italy
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First time here and they definitely did impress…read more Staff was friendly and quick to make drinks and get people through the line. Security was nice and friendly even when I was in the wrong spot. The venue itself is more intimate, which I enjoyed, but they still had some seating they had private spots and even some reserve reserved or VIP tables which I really liked and I think I would get next time I came here. If you have a band that you enjoy, this is definitely a good venue if they're playing out to go check them out. Easy to get to via Lyft. And in a nice location in the downtown area.

Music Box in Little Italy is such a gem for a fun date night! We went to see CID and had the best…read moretime from start to finish. The layout of the venue is one of my favorite parts--it feels intimate but still gives you options depending on your vibe. Downstairs is where most of the action is, but the upstairs is a total game changer. There's another bar (huge plus), plenty of space to move around, and a patio/terrace area where you can step out, catch some air, and still enjoy the music. It's the perfect balance between being in the crowd and having a more relaxed viewing experience. And the sound system? SO good. Crisp, immersive, and you can feel the music without it being overwhelming--CID sounded incredible. Overall, such a fun and unique spot for a night out or date night. We'll definitely be back for more shows!

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House of Blues - Music Venue - Bread pudding and caramel sauce

House of Blues - Music Venue

3.3(1.1k reviews)
0.2 mi
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Amazing venue, architecturally beautiful with no real bad spot in the whole house! Two bars, air…read moreconditioned, and open space. The security was efficient and extremely friendly. The Kottonmouth Kings show was amazing. Didn't buy food this time as their restaurant was closed, which was surprising because it was 5pm on a show day, so I went to nearby Hodad's. Overall, it was a solid night! One thing I would recommend is more signage as it's a little confusing because voodoo room and HOB have access on two different streets and it was hard to even determine where the actual restaurant was.

Large group reception, food only, no music event…read more I am attending a conference in San Diego and we went to the House of Blues for dinner. There were about 100 of us and we went into the basement, which has a cool, 60s vibe. It's kind of dark and seedy, I don't think my wife would go in there if the lights were bright. All this to say, this is not a normal review. Caveat emptor. You can see from the pictures that we went down a set of stairs, where there was a private bar and an informal gathering place, and we were served buffet style. Nonetheless, I had a chance to taste the brisket, jambalaya, vegan Cajun penne, mac & cheese, bread pudding, shrimp and grits, Brussels sprouts, and ooey gooey butter cake. I had to taste the jambalaya because it gets such great reviews. It was quite good, though I don't think I could eat a whole lot of it as it's pretty heavy. The brisket was fantastic, something I would go back for. The attached picture makes it look less appetizing than it was, because it's being served in a buffet pan. Shrimp and grits were little shrimps, tasted like they were previously frozen, and a piece of deep-fried grits. As I am a Texan, the grits didn't live up to my experience. The vegan Cajun penne was ordinary. The Brussel sprouts were sweet, covered in a thick sauce, very good if you like that sort of thing, but definitely not naked. The bread pudding and caramel sauce was OK, and the ooey gooey butter cake was pretty good. All in all the only thing I would return for (which is what I always look for in a restaurant) was the brisket. The staff were very friendly. The downstairs bar was run by one person, not enough for such a big crowd, so we had a very long line to wait for our liquor. We had two people doing quick portraits, and an LP decorating stand. And those were fun.

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The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park - John Legend

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3.7(274 reviews)
1.0 mi
$$$

The architecture and location of this place is just perfection. Overlooking the water and with the…read morebay and buildings on the other side. It's a great venue for music, especially with the great acoustics, thanks to its shell like shape. Sometimes they also have fireworks here, depending on the show. I also come here to skate sometimes when there are no events. Also once every month they have free yoga events in the morning. Just be sure to come early because parking can be challenging. Keep in mind. The place is on a hill made of turf, so no matter where you sit you can see the stage.

I wanted to leave The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park a nicer review. I really did…read more A few years ago I saw Tower of Power with Lettuce there, and it was fantastic. Parking has always been rough, but considering the venue sits at the end of a peninsula, it felt forgivable. The views, bay atmosphere, and overall ambiance were beautiful. One odd thing, though: people can freely gather along the surrounding sidewalks and watch the concert on giant screens just yards from the stage. Good for locals, but it does make paying customers feel a little cheated. Because of that first experience, I was excited when James Taylor came through last year. My wife and I are always looking for concerts we can take my dad to. He's fully blind and uses a wheelchair, so accessibility matters a lot. I remembered the movable seating at the Shell and assumed ADA accommodations would be easy. The night of the concert immediately became stressful. We arrived early, but parking was a disaster. I tried to at least drop my dad off near the entrance, but traffic attendants were overwhelmed and simply yelling at cars without directing anyone properly. People were illegally unloading in traffic lanes while attendants simultaneously yelled at them to leave. My family follows the rules, so we waited for actual direction that never came. Despite having an ADA placard, we were never given a proper place to unload my dad safely. We eventually parked at the convention center, where staff were far more organized and quickly directed us to ADA parking. From there we had to push my dad uphill from the garage to the venue. Not terrible for me, but definitely difficult terrain for many wheelchair users. At the gates, security felt equally chaotic. My wife nearly walked in unchecked because staff seemed disorganized. Eventually someone directed us toward the ADA entrance, though not before tying random numbered paper tags to my dad's wheelchair that nobody ever referenced again. Inside, things got worse. An attendant escorted us to standard seats on a steep incline. When I explained we had paid for wheelchair-accessible seating, she looked confused and actually asked, while looking directly at my dad, "Well, can he get up and sit in one of these chairs?" That comment alone was shocking. No wheelchair user should ever be put in that position. She apologized, but then suggested parking his wheelchair across the aisle with walkers and scooters while he sat separately from his family. Another staff member arrived, and after several minutes of discussion, the final answer was essentially: "Make it work." Their solution was either for my dad to squeeze into tightly packed standard seating or remain isolated across the aisle near a guardrail. This was for tickets costing over $400 each. We first tried moving a chair to create wheelchair space, but the incline was so steep his wheelchair brakes couldn't hold. I spent the opening act physically bracing his chair with my foot and arm to stop him from rolling forward. My wife had to sit separately across the aisle just so I could angle myself properly to hold him in place. After the opener, I reluctantly asked my dad if he could transfer into a regular chair because I physically couldn't stabilize the wheelchair for the entire concert. He agreed, but the seating remained unsafe and uncomfortable. The rows were so cramped that people constantly brushed into him trying to pass. Because he's blind, I had to continuously warn him to pull his legs in or explain to strangers that he couldn't see them waiting. This became especially concerning because he's diabetic and a partial amputee with little feeling in his feet. Even a minor injury could become serious. My wife and I tried shifting chairs around to give him more room, but that forced her chair farther into the aisle. She eventually spent most of the concert sitting alone across the aisle in my dad's wheelchair. Meanwhile, staff seemed absent whenever actual problems arose. During the show, an intoxicated woman behind us screamed loudly, kicked audience members, and was loosely "handled" by security for nearly ten minutes before stumbling down the incline and falling into my wife. Staff mostly stood around watching. Leaving the venue was equally chaotic. Drivers were honking aggressively at the parking exits, and we watched one person eventually break a malfunctioning gate arm so cars could leave. Outside the venue, street musicians and vendors blocked walkways with speakers and displays, forcing families into the street to get around them. James Taylor sounded great, but I barely remember the performance because I spent the entire night managing accessibility problems, repositioning my dad, and worrying about my wife sitting separately. What should have been a bucket-list family memory became an exhausting, embarrassing experience. Sadly, I don't think we'll ever return to the Shell.

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Onyx Room

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3.7(696 reviews)
0.3 miGaslamp
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Place is great, bartenders are fast workers are cool and Can we please get The doorman and outside…read moreSecurity some Heaters. It's getting cold out and having to work outside with no heater source sucks Let's get them some heaters and keep them warm

Hello, I go to Onyx…read morepretty often, that is my friends and I go-to spot for night outs. It is usually a good time, but last night was so out of line... I (25F) got kicked out by security for pushing one of the security guards. I was walking over to one of the rooms downstairs when I just felt a huge body shove from a man, my I guess natural and protective response was then to shove them back. The I then get grabbed by my arm with force VERY AGGRESSIVELY by a man yelling at me saying I am done, I'm out, etc. I have to hold on to a wall to get myself not to get dragged by this man. My friends come in to help sooth the situation, but no matter what they say the security guard is yelling at them, at me, and continues to pull on me along with other security staff. I did not know that man who had pushed me was security and once I realized it was, I immediately apologized by saying OMG I didn't know you were security, I just thought it was a random guy pushing people! Keep in mind, I am a 4'11'' woman, in heels, a little tipsy, so when I got shoved over (for whatever reason) it made me lose all of my balance and I believe there was absolutely no need for all of that aggression. Anything my friends said or I said did not matter. They wanted me out. Once I was outside this security guard just kept talking down to me and laughing at me. It was the most disrespectful thing I've experienced here. I'm not sure what that security guard was going through that night or even personally, but he can not be grabbing people any way he wants just because he is having a rough night.

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4.2(2.5k reviews)
0.9 miLittle Italy
$$

This is one of my favs places! The ambiance and decor are great. The kale salad is a top best!…read more Along with the duck meat balls and the spicy shrimp so good. The drinks are pretty good too I got the sake one that's like a whiskey sour!

This place was amazing! We came to celebrate our anniversary and my husband's birthday. Incredible…read morefood. Good drinks. The waiter explained that the menu does change so included pictures of our options on this trip. Looking back at this weekend, this place took our top spot for places we ate at. I will be dreaming of the hot oil seared salmon... and that wasn't the specific dish was was given the Michelin star (the duck meatball and spicy tuna & crispy rice were). From reviews, I saw how it was usually smaller portions so suggestion was to order multiple. The waiter explained that the chef does a smaller dish so people can order multiple to try. I can appreciate that! Tapas style, but some of the dishes are larger than tapas size. My ranking of dishes (all were fantastic and I would order most again - so let's start there. We ordered 5 dishes for two people): (1) hot oil seared salmon- I love salmon and this tasted like steak to me. And I love steak even more than salmon. If salmon always tasted like this, I would be in heavy. It's unique and highly recommend anyone to try it. ESP if you don't eat salmon. This is one to make you convert to liking it. (2) spicy shrimp: chipotle aioli. Can't go wrong plus it was a larger portion. (3) spicy tuna crispy rice - Michelin star granted dish. It was a broken down sushi. Delicious. Good portion. (4) duck meatball - Michelin star granted dish. this was my husbands second fav, but for me it is lower on the list. Smelled delicious and was moist. Big meatball. (5) Mapo - the smell was delicious! Portion was good. Reminded me of an Indian style dish. We also got a complimentary mini budino for our celebration + a cute postcard to take home. It was delicious! Service was great and very attentive. We got a few cleared plates in between the dishes. It was a nice pace of food coming out. It was nice that all did not come out at one time. Restrooms are gender neutral. There are two right by the front entrance across from the kitchen. It's an old school key lock. Fun! Highly recommend to anyone and I'll be dreaming of that hot oil seared salmon.

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