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    Page M.

    I enjoyed myself but I wish people can just coexist because there was a fight that broke out & that irritated me because this was my first night out in Phoenix since moving from Los Angeles & I jus wanted a good night LMFAO like damn but it's koo kuz I got to see Slimmy B & Stunna & SieteGang Yabbie. This place only had couches in stage for vip sections, the rest of us was standing the whole night, so when buying tickets to attend concerts here check who's performing because they brought out so many performers last night so we were standing waiting for the main act for 3 hours, which was annoying after a full shift of standing few hours prior. This club venue is not worth $80 I spent on ticket. It's old the ceiling is old & my GODMOM said she used to party here so I can tell it hasn't been updated much. Phoenix people was viral, the DJ played my brother & homies music from LA so that turnt me up fasho. It was so hot in here so make sure to wear something like skirt or shorts because I was sweating and so was everyone else. Try to bring water bottle & say you have a medical condition that requires you to stay hydrated because you will be passing out if you're drinking or pregamed before getting here kuz baby I was wobbling the whole night LMFAOOOO wishing there was seats!! DO NOT buy tickets here if you don't like standing for a long time unless the event booked here has tables & chairs because you will regret your purchase.

    The front of the dance floor is the main standing area.
    Justin S.

    My experience was 1 star... but yours could be a 5 if this is what your looking for! If you're looking for a great place to stand while music is being played real loud or for a table to sit and watch other people stand while lights flash.... You will find a home at Monarch. The goal here isn't to dance it is to spend money on drinks and the person that spends the most... will ultimately seem like the person enjoying the vibe the most.

    Diggin the LED "windows"
    Natasha A.

    The 2nd floor had an open mic event for rappers and there were some very talented people! Cover was $10. It feels like a music venue, there's a stage, room for an audience or could be a dance floor, and then a bar in the back. The 1st floor was a nightclub with hip hop. The cover was also $10. It had a disorganized and impractical layout, and just a terrible use of space all together. They need to redesign it so that you don't have to go through the dance floor to get a drink. The bar should be on the other side or the walk way needs to be between the bar and dance floor. Also the VIP areas should be on a balcony or mid level not yet another obstacle to get around. Really, the only thing right about this place was the DJ, great mix some old school hip hop with some modern hip hop. Also, the bathrooms were unkept on both floors.

    Kill The Noise DJ set.
    Kyle H.

    I've been to Monarch once - for the Kill the Noise DJ set on 22 October 2015. In general, I liked it. For the true opener the music was loud, but mainly just the bass. While standing 15' from front gate I could talk to my friend next to me at a normal tone. As the second opener they turned it up to a normal club volume. I didn't think the volume was too loud, but in doing it again I would suggest wearing noise reducers (not ear plugs). These will allow you to still hear your music, and feel it, while cutting off the higher pressures that you don't need. This is simply the nature of the beast in having loud music inside where it essentially a small warehouse where there are no proper acoustics to help reduce the "noise friction." With that said, it did have a small warehouse feel. So leave your pretty Scottsdale attire at home. IMHO, it was a good blend of club and rave. Dirty. Everyone dancing. Pretty peaceful (even the security was dancing and jamming out). Some in raver type gear, some in normal street gear. General PLUR atmosphere. Drink prices were higher than Scotssdale prices. $10 for an AMF in a 10oz plastic cup $7 for a domestic long neck Yikes................ Parking across the street is free at night - at least that is where everyone seemed to park, without issue.

    Mario A.

    Since we were out celebrating our friends 1 year divorce anniversary we hopped in here the other night to check it out ... It was fairly dark and not so happening on a Friday night. Similar to bar smith, we walked in, checked out the scene, and walked out to try another place. There was nothing exceptionally fun about being in here. When we were standing near the bar area we heard people complaining about how overly expensive drinks were here, so we didn't even bother to order anything. Once again - it seemed like an okay/average quality venue. If there was a specific DJ or concert going on here I may return to check it out, otherwise there would be no reason for me to return.

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    Close this place down. Floors are sticky, the owners pass blame onto promoters. No one wants your loud af music in downtown Phoenix anyways.

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    We paid $360 for 2 bottles and a table. Only to he moved out at 12:30 am so they can resell the table super greedy. Small asss booth too.

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    Mark Farina was excellent, as expected, and had nearly everyone in the jam-packed place dancing.

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    The Van Buren

    3.6
    (460 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    Standing room concert venue (honestly my preferred venue style). This venue is on the smaller side…read moreto what I've personally been to in comparison to venues in Milwaukee and Chicago. It has similar feel to the Rave and Aragon but definitely a much more updated/new venue. Check-in security process was smooth, drinks were good we ordered the margaritas in the refillable cups but never got refills because I'm not the person that leaves there spot at the concert and it's also a fairly large drink! We were right up at the stage and during the opening act and main they actually had a beverage/bar cart come through at the security fence which I thought was pretty smart. Great sound, wonderful view from where we managed to stand, and good crowd.

    I attended the Devo concert on 4/13/26 at The Van Buren, and unfortunately, the experience was very…read moredisappointing. The venue felt significantly oversold, to the point where it was nearly impossible to move comfortably. From where I was standing, I couldn't see the stage at all, which made it hard to enjoy the performance I came to see. Beyond just being crowded, it felt unsafe. The number of people packed into the space seemed excessive, and I genuinely question whether it exceeded fire code limits. People were standing all the way back into the bar area. Navigating through the crowd was difficult, and there didn't appear to be enough room for people to exit easily if needed. I've been to this venue since its 2017 opening and had much better experiences, but this event felt poorly managed. I hope they take crowd capacity and guest safety more seriously in the future.

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    The Nash Jazz Club

    The Nash Jazz Club

    4.5
    (116 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    A night at The Nash is the perfect date night for anyone looking for a classy, cozy place to enjoy…read morejazz, drinks, and conversation. This RoRo staple has gotten even better since the remodel a couple years back! We most recently stopped by for a free First Friday performance, when a lovely quartet took the stage. Seats cleared out quickly during the break, and we were able to grab a nice side view. The acoustics were perfect all throughout the room -- loud enough to be immersed in the music, but quiet enough for groups to easily chat. The gorgeous lighting and velvety curtains behind the stage really add to the ambiance. The staff was super attentive, walking around to take drink and food orders. The food isn't anything crazy, but I still enjoyed the charcuterie plate as little snack (and a way to support this amazing local venue during the free set!). Highly recommend this incredible jazz club!

    Oh! My! Gosh! I have to be honest, I'm not a huge music person. I don't know any instruments and…read moreI've been listening to the same songs for over a decade, so I'm not exactly known for my taste in music. Despite that, I do have a good sense of what places have the right vibes and if you need a comfy, welcoming environment just to sit back and relax, The Nash is EXACTLY where you want to be. Some friends and I visited on a Sunday night, which The Nash had scheduled as a jam sesh. The room is basically a small amphitheater with a main stage and plenty of seating for guests to enjoy the show. The seats are comfortable, the air conditioning is kept at a reasonable amount of chilly, and the music is excellent. There's just something exciting about watching people do what they're passionate about, especially when they're really good at it. Every artist who stepped on stage was fearless, outstanding, and mesmerizing. My friends and I stayed for a few hours just watching everyone play! I loved the communal atmosphere, like everybody knew each other and they were all old friends. Overall, I would highly recommend this spot for anybody visiting Phoenix. There is a very small cover charge, but for good, local music, it's worth every cent (or more, honestly!).

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    Michael Powers - Neck & Neck set up !!
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    Ravenscroft

    Ravenscroft

    4.3
    (27 reviews)
    16.6 mi

    Fabulous acoustics, light appetizers, good drinks, great intimate space for jazz in Scottsdale.read more

    Went to the Jazzbird venue. Very disappointed. It's a venue that has no identity. It's not a…read morerestaurant. It's not a bar. It's not a nightclub. It's not a music venue. It tries to be those things and fails in all. The layout: It's a long narrow room. The stage is on the smaller far end. The tables are arranged going back along the long direction. If you're sitting more than halfway back you'll be disappointed in the seating. In the back are high-top tables which are very small. The "bar" is along the long wall. The "restaurant" is catered food ( I don't think the venue has a kitchen). It's arranged buffet style on portable tables in the lobby. You go in a line and chose your dinner and they hand it to you in a plastic to-go container. You eat at your table and then bus your leftovers and trash to the trash can. There is no wait service. Just like eating at a fast food restaurant. If your sitting at a small high-top table there's not enough room for more than two people to eat. You'll be seated with strangers and they'll be right in your face as you eat. The "bar" only has beer and wine for alcohol. Or you could get a canned mixed drink. Stand in line and wait your turn at the end of the bar. The bar seats are reserved for the show. Remember no wait service. So if you want a drink during the show you have to go to the bar. Music was not Jazz. Very slow, boring folk. The crowd was 70+ year olds. And they charge for this experience? Won't be going back.

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    3.8
    (128 reviews)
    16.4 mi

    I've been wanting to try this place for several months now but every time it's been booked. I…read morefinally got off work early enough to make it at 5 o'clock. Since I was by myself, I was able to be seated at the bar. The vibe here is incredible! It's beautifully decorated and nice and cozy. Perfect for a date night. I must bring my husband back here at some point. As I said, I sat at the bar and Megan the bartender was outstanding! I ordered a drink called Agree to Disagree. I think that was the name. Anyway, it was delicious and because it was happy hour it was half off the regular price of $23. I ordered one oyster and it was fabulous. I only ordered one because I was meeting a group of friends at The Guest House in 30 minutes and I did not want to spoil my appetite. I can't wait to come back here so that I can enjoy the full experience with the band. It's a lovely place and I enjoyed it thoroughly.

    Was excited to try this place out as it seemed super cool on social media. We were a party of 3 and…read morearrived right on time for our Sunday night reservation. We made our way down the stairs and the hostess was there ready to check us in. We didn't wait at all and got seated right away. Once seated it took a while for the server to come take our order. There was live music going on which kept us entertained for the time being. After about 15 minutes, she finally came over to greet us and take our drink orders. We ordered: 1 WILD STRAWBABY - Ocho Blanco Tequila, Bergamot, Strawberry, Pineapple, Lemon, Almond Milk $22 1 50 FIRST DATES - Bumbu Rum, Cascara, Brown Sugar Date Syrup, Coconut Milk, Cinnamon Sprinkle $22 1 BLUEBERRY MULE - Blueberry, Lime, Ginger Beer $13 The drinks didn't take too long and another bartender dropped them off. Water was never offered to us and was only given to us after we asked. All the other tables were given water once they were seated. Our drinks were good but we chose to just have one each and we left. The live music was great. The musician was playing the piano and kept it fun and upbeat. The inside is pretty cool and unique but service could've definitely been better though. *There's a $10 cover fee per person when there is live music*

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