Have been here several times and the venue and location are stunning. Rockport is a charming town…read moreso if the weather is nice come early, walk around the harbor, have dinner and/or ice cream, stop into the many stores. My last visit was to hear a mixed media performance of photos taken from the space station accompanied by a wonderful jazzy group. The acoustics are fantastic, and if you are lucky enough to attend a perfomance where the harbor is visible behind the stage (sometimes the curtains are drawn) you are in for a major treat. Parking can be tricky but if you don't mind a little walk on-street parking can be had. It's a bit of a hike from Boston but I would return in a heartbeat,

Beautiful place to see a show with the ocean as a backdrop. Gorgeous woodwork and comfortable…read moreseats. Will definitely be back

Yeah, we lived in Gloucester for a few years. Miss it a lot. Miss being able to go here regularly,…read moretoo. At risk of using the term "dive bar" rather than being pretentious with "rustic" or "lots of character", it's easily the BEST bar in Gloucester with a good kitchen and a staff of characters;and colorful patrons as well). The menu is small, but there are some very inventive dishes that you might be surprised at; e.g. a lox and cream cheese plate with capers. It's a great place to hang out, watch a game or Saturday afternoon movie, or catch live music or just go for a quiet drink. Highest recommendation from a former bar hopping fun loving guy.

We came to Gloucester again for a friend's birthday party and had an evening free to do whatever we…read morewanted so of course we went back to Rhumb Line. We walked in and they had a live band playing some good tunes. We found some seats at the bar and made some friends next to us that just moved to the neighborhood. This place has such a fun vibe and welcoming bartenders. This time a lady named Molly helped us and was awesome. Again, we didn't try the food because we ate right before we got there but the couple next to us got the burger and it looked delicious. She said that was the only thing she has gotten there and loves it. Such a cute place and again, if we are back in Gloucester, we will stop in again.

A Spectacular Evening of Music at The Cut in Gloucester!…read more The Cut in Gloucester is an exceptional venue that beautifully combines live entertainment, great food, and a welcoming atmosphere, making it one of the North Shore's most enjoyable destinations. My husband and I recently attended a truly unforgettable event there as guests of our daughter and son-in-law, and we left thoroughly impressed by both the venue and the outstanding performance we were fortunate enough to experience. On August 19, we attended the Gloucester Student Band's tour kickoff concert, and it exceeded every expectation. One of the highlights for us was watching our granddaughter perform on clarinet alongside an impressive ensemble of talented young musicians from local schools in Grades 5 through 12. The band's rich sound came from a remarkable combination of flutes, trumpets, alto and tenor saxophones, clarinets, trombones, baritone saxophones, French horn, and percussion, creating a professional-quality performance that filled the venue with energy and excitement. The students brilliantly performed 15 selections, including crowd-pleasing favorites such as Ghostbusters, Mamma Mia, Bohemian Rhapsody, Copacabana, and YMCA. Every piece showcased the dedication, skill, and enthusiasm of these young performers. A special round of applause goes to the band's talented and passionate director, Jamie Green Klopotoski, whose love of music and genuine connection with her students was evident throughout the evening. Her leadership inspired an outstanding performance and created an atmosphere of joy that was contagious. The Cut provided the perfect setting for this dazzling concert. The lighting, sound quality, seating, and overall ambiance enhanced every moment of the performance. We especially enjoyed seeing the outdoor marquee on one of Gloucester's main streets proudly announcing the Gloucester Student Band and the evening's follow-up concert featuring the Reset Button Brass Band, which included Director Jamie Green Klopotoski on saxophone. Adding to the experience was the scenic drive through Gloucester, with its beautiful coastal views and quintessential New England architecture. The venue itself also offers delicious food and even a fun basketball-toss arcade game, making it a wonderful place to spend an evening with family and friends. We highly recommend The Cut to anyone looking for outstanding live entertainment, a comfortable and vibrant venue, and an opportunity to support local talent. This magical evening was filled with music, community spirit, and unforgettable memories that our family will be talking about for years to come. Bravo to The Cut and to the incredible Gloucester Student Band!

Smaller venue to enjoy some live music and food. Street parking available or small parking lot…read morejust up the street. Not too busy in April, but can imagine summer may be a bit packed. QR codes at rail and high tops for service to your location which saves heading to the bar to get your drinks or food. Staff very friendly and efficient to get in to the concert area which is towards the back of the restaurant game area separated. Acoustics not bad, but with smaller area it is pretty loud so if you have sensitive ears you may want to bring plugs.

I attended the Tuesday night Blues Jam and found the entire experience amazing! The musicians were…read moreincredibly talented, the acoustics were great, the food and service was good and the atmosphere was awesome.

Fantastic! I got a last minute ticket for Scott Sharrard (Gregg Allman, Little Feat, etc) while…read morevisiting town. The place is a great venue and beautiful. I sat stage right, at table 311 and had a clear view even though it's labels as partial obstructed. The two columns on that side of the room are thin and aren't anything to worry about. I walked the whole venue and the only area where views are truly obstructed are inside the bar area, especially at the ends of the bar. The sound was great. The crowd was engaged but respectful. The food, drinks and service were all top notch as well. If someone you like is playing here, then you're in luck.

We saw Rory Block here; first time in for both of us. Great sight lines. Friendly and helpful…read morestaff. Comfortable seating. This is a more intimate space than you might be used to (if you're seeing artists and bands perform in large venues.) Ample free parking directly outside the entrance. These performances are recorded and live-streamed: Cameras are unobtrusive and present content on several displays (also unobstrusive.) This video content includes closeups on artists (so you can clearly see fingerpicking, etc.) I should have been frequenting this venue, already! I will be back.

Just saw Los TexManiacs w Willie J Laws Jr and it was amazing. Love this music venue. Great…read moreatmosphere and acoustics, not a bad seat in the house and very good beer selection. The only reason I don't give five stars- on the performance stage they have two screens up that run random visuals and I'm not a fan. It's distracting and not necessary. Before Covid they didn't have these screens, it was the performer on stage with a nice plain but cool backdrop.

Love this location for live music! Great sound system,…read moreseating and view! I've been a few times now. I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. The munchies were good, and atmosphere is nice. Beautiful spot right on the beach with waves occasionally crashing!

The problem with a front row table is Blue Ocean's sound system (overhead speakers) are in-line…read morewith the front row, so the stage sound (amps, guitars, drums, vocals, etc are projecting out toward the hall, beyond you, so the front row is not hearing the true sound because the speakers are not in front of you. The stage sound is picked up by microphones and routed to the overhead PA system. So the sound in the front row is beyond you. Under the stage, in front of the stage is where the bass (sub woofers) are placed instead of one on each side of the stage. So all the front row hears is a thumping throughout the concert. I've brought this to the attention of the sound engineers at Blue Ocean and they never admit they have an issue. Other people have complained about this issue for years. The overhead speakers are placed on the structural post that hold the roof up so that's where they placed them. Bad placement because the speakers sound is actually bypassing your ears. After you listen to a couple of songs by the band, get up and walk towards the back of the room and you'll suddenly hear what you're missing in the front row. I sat in the front row, center table to see the Aerosmith tribute band called, Draw The Line. I could see their lips moving but I couldn't hear their vocals because the sound was behind me. It's annoying because you figure the front row should be the best seats.

i was my favorite place EVER, i will go there soon next time. The staff was very nice and they…read morehelped me get to my seat.

The management allows drunks behind to bully, harass, and assault the other people just wanting ti…read morewatch a show. They do not care that you didn't come there for that and allow it to go on all night until you finally have to leave. When asked if they could please intervene, numerous times, so we could enjoy the show, they dismiss you a take the side of the ones who were over served by the venue!! Horrible experience.

This place was such a **VIBE**…read more We came here for a girls' dinner, and it was honestly such an amazing experience. We might've been a little extra (and a little loud ), but everyone embraced it. People even came over to say hi because they loved our energy! The staff was incredibly helpful with the menu, the cocktails were amazing, and the views were absolutely stunning. Definitely one of those spots that makes for a memorable night with your girls.

Nice, low light bistro vibe. Server seemed anxious to start service. We are not drinkers so we…read moreordered sparkling water for the table. We were three cousins/sisters with one from out of town and were not in a big hurry. We had the beet & olives, whipped ricotta apps, entrees: fresh catch, mushroom risotto--which was very good. The fish was also very good. Hot dishes only temped warm. Flavors were good but neither crave-worthy nor memorable. Prices were a tad on the high side so this was probably a chef-driven menu with quality ingredients but lacked distinctive or innovative flavors. Presentation was nice and dishes fit the table/vibe. I felt Ricotta dessert would have benefitted from a berry coulis. Coffee was hot and freshly brewed. Check was delivered in a timely manner and unobtrusive. Leftovers nicely packaged for take home. Overall, a very nice dining experience--we had the best table in the house.

This is an amazingly stunning not for profit local treasure. Their band selection is rich. Their…read morecommunity talks are interesting. Their movies are fun (although I'd like to see more new ones). Every Oscar season, they show many of the best pic nominees, which is much appreciated. Anyone who says they have high ticketing fees or overcharge is buying from a reseller. ALWAYS buy direct from thecabot.org!!!!

Saw Alan Cummings at Cabot and it was fabulous. A great show. Why do I love the Cabot?…read more 1. Nonprofit who protects and keeps running a beautiful old theater. What is not to love. 2. The membership offered is a great way to donate and support this institution. 3. Not a bad seat in the house - EXCEPT some of the balcony seats, but only because of leg space. 4. Great artist selections. 5. Member only shows are great, make me feel special. Keep it coming Cabot! We have been members since you opened.

Gorgeous view of the water from the couple of tables of seating, adorable spot. The coffee was some…read moreof the best we had, such a delicious cappuccino and fall seasonal specials. Fairly good and simple crispy English muffin egg sandwich. Quaint and super kind servers.

The coffee shop itself is cute and did make a tasty white mocha…read more One of the reasons I marked it down (there were some others) is it took a very long time to even place my order. I'm not sure the last time I encountered such a slow cafe line.