Original and unique music complex. I like the industrial elements which you can see all over the…read moreplace. I experienced two shows there, one in the main big club(The Unguided show)and one in the smaller club(Free & Easy festival) which is right next to it. Both venues have pretty good acoustic and overall sound felt nice! Had a good time there!

As isolated as this place can be (i.e. no other bars or basically place to hang out within 0.5 km),…read moreBackstage offers enough to make you want to stay there. This place has multiple bars/clubs/music venues. On a weekend, one can easily go there and hop around the area for different types of music (electronic, reggae, hip hop...you name it, they will most likely have it). If you get the munchies after a long night out, no worries, there is a food stand conveniently situated there to satisfy your cravings. But I am giving 4 stars for its rock music venue (Halle). I like the size of the venue, not too big but wide enough to move around the crowd. The acoustics of the place was decent when I went (it was an indie rock concert). Prices for beers are average-priced, but they sell the local Munich craft beer (Crew Republic), which gets bonus points from me. Whether it's a concert or a dance party, it's worth the trek to go to Backstage. (Ok, it's not too much of a trek as it's still within Munich city perimeters...but I'm lazy to travel more than 20 minutes to go out.)

A somewhat hidden music venue. I've caught a few shows here. It can get somewhat cramped but it…read moremakes up for it with the quality of people and performing acts.

If you ever go to Munich and not visit Import Export it just means you have wasted your time, you…read moreruined your trip, and you know nothing John Snow. Import Export is the pure crystallization of European Multi-Kulti; a manifestation of people against the oppressor! I bet dollars to donuts that in here, you will listen something you never listened before.

I like to go to this place as they are very versatile : they usually have nice parties with themes…read more(ex: Burlesque, rock etc..). They also have some good bands coming quite often. DJ's that were playing some electro the last time were pretty cool too. You just have to check out their programs and pick the night that fits the best your expectations. The cocktails prices are alright( 8 euros for a long drink) entrance fee varies though, depending on the event. The venue is a bit rough inside and no real places to seat in general. Nether the less, I recommend for the good ambiance.

3.5 stars but since it's my neighorhood venue, I must give them some love…read more Strøm hosts many international indie bands that I like, so the potential is there! The venue is not too big, just how I like it. However, if it's a sold-out (or close to) show, then it can be choatic. We saw a rock band played there, and people were pushing each other, spilling beers, shouting. For me, I was engulfed within a circle of tall people that I had no chance of even seeing the band. Next time I go, a bit of better planning (go earlier) + better luck = better experience.

I am very disappointing! Boring, service was very bed, music nothing good. Ambient maybe a bit…read morebetter but everything else 0 points unfortunately

We love jazz and walked in the rain for a half hour because the reviews were so good. We arrived 30…read moremins after it opened and it was packed. One server/hostess appeared to be the only employee and after standing there for about 10 mins with no assistance we walked out. You cannot see the stage from the apparent standing portion of the bar. Half of the bar is obstructed from the stage, so if you want to actually see the band then I guess you should arrive very early.

Hands-down, my favorite music venue in Munich! Small enough for a cozy concert but the stage is…read morequite wide that anyone can stand anywhere and easily see the performers. Acoustics was decent and drinks were fairly priced when I went there. I wish more bands that I know perform there, but perhaps I will just go to Ampere anyway and check out new bands.

This divey music venue offers a diverse selection of live music. I wish I could like it a little…read moremore. The size is perfect for me to catch a show; it's small and cozy. And the floor is angled higher towards the back, so the tall-person-syndrome (where a tall person stands in front of you and blocks your view to the stage...) is a lesser problem. However, even with the tilt, this venue is unusually narrow and long. In the far back where the bar stands, one wouldn't be able to see the performers. Imagine...you find a good spot within a packed crowd to stand to see the performers, squeeze your long way through the little crevices among people to get to the bar, wait long to get your drink, and then squeeze your way back AND manage to not spill your drink on someone. It is some test of wills. It might have been an isolated experience for me, but the crowd was slightly aggravating (probably because of the restricted space). I heard people arguing with one another, and some man pushed my arm away when I was trying to take a photo. If you are to catch a specific band and want a less frustrating experience, then go early. For a short person like me, there are areas to stand by the sides of the venue where one can stand higher.

This place offers a wide range of concerts. I went there to listen to different inde bands. The…read morelocation is quite small so you are close to the stage but it can get packed quite easily. The acoustic is not the best but you always see well as the grounds go down from the bar on top to the stage. The staff is nice and the drinks are affordable. Would recommend looking at their program from time to time as they have some gems sometimes.

A nice gig venue in the Kultfabrik. Went here for the first time recently to watch John Butler Trio…read moreand really liked the venue. This particular event was standing only and despite the concert being sold out it did not feel cramped. There was a great big bar at the back of the hall and getting drinks was quick and easy. The prices for the drinks were also reasonable and the choices were ok. The acoustics in the venue were quite ok however the sound system in use on the night was a bit raspy and sounded not as clean as I would have expected. Not sure it was the venue or the choice of sound equipment that evening. Happily come back here anyday for a gig or two. Getting here is easy on the train.

I don't like big music venues, but Tonhalle is probably the biggest venue that I can tolerate. The…read morestanding area is broad, so I was able to get close enough to the stage without much trouble. Even though I was close to the speakers, the sounds were not overbearingly loud, and the floors did not shake with the bass. Drinks are fairly priced for a music venue. I was there for a rock concert, and to my surprise, people were moshing and crowdsurfing. Security was quite good in catching the crowdsurfers, and no one got hurt during the moshing. Overall, it was a decent experience.

*visited October 2019…read more Probably one of the most special things I have ever experienced while traveling ... Stumbled into this jazz club at 1 in the morning after a whole day at Octoberfest and scootering around Marienplatz with my best friend... Only ordered water (lol) but the atmosphere while the jazz player (a fellow American!) played was so mesmerizing ... every party there (it was packed as it is a small little bar) sat in silence as they just listened and watched the jazz players do their thing! Ohhhh I miss it!

A very cozy jazz club, run by mister b himself. The quality of the music varies, the sound is…read moreusually smooth. Nice atmosphere, unfortunately not enough space for everyone. Good bar, free peanuts, so a very decent option for a jazz night out!

This swanky bar is tucked away above the restaurant below. They have a small sign for it on the…read morestreet. Don't hesitate to walk in the restaurant on the first floor and walk up the spiral staircase to get there. It's a cool dim vibe. There's a grand piano in there that I believe anyone can play. I noticed a few different people sit down and tickle the ivories without asking anyone permission. Feel free to challenge the bartenders to make ANY drink. He scoffed at my request for a White Russian saying it was so easy. It ended up being one of the best I've ever had! Highly recommend you check this place out if you are tired from exploring Munich and want to take a load off.

Loved this place so much that I came twice during my trip! It's located on the first floor (which…read moreis actually the 2nd floor if you're North American) of the 25 Hours Hotel. Going in, you're lined with type writers on the left and a drawing station on the right complete with stamps, pencil crayons, and what I assume is charcoal. Paper as well as envelopes are provided as well. Too bad I couldn't figure out how to work the typewriters. So cute! I think I liked this bar so much because of the decor. There are super comfortable and plush, royal chairs or you can choose to take a seat by the window area, complete with cozy cushions. Tons of coffee table books on the shelves. Vinyl collection on another wall. A small piano in the middle. A random swan chair and a gigannnntic book at the front. You can seat yourself and the waiter will bring the menu to you. No ordering directly from the bar. There are lots of drinks to choose from. We tried about twelve drinks and they were all delicious, though some were made a little strong. They are reasonably priced, with most of the drinks being about €7. I would 100% recommend checking it out if you're in Munich.