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    4.4 (134 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Craig E.

    The Roundhouse is quickly establishing itself as one on London's best music hot-spots and is becoming home to some big gigs in town. Holding anywhere between 2000-3000 people it is quite large but still allows some form of intimacy. There are a number of bars dotted around the parameter of the performance area which means getting a drink whilst waiting for acts to come on is easy. If you fancy a drink or some food before the arena doors even open then the Roundhouse Cafe downstairs can provide for your needs, albeit at a higher price than you would want to pay. It also acts as a great meeting place with friends. Queuing outside is unorthodox. Although getting there first helps, it does not guarantee a front row position as once inside you have to climb the stairs (usually with a mad rush of eager fans) and wait for the main arena doors to open which means being a part of another queue cum waiting huddle. As long as you get amongst the first group of entrants you should get a good view. However if you are a little short like me and are at the back, you might have a problem seeing as the floor is quite flat. The stage is raised but obviously if you have hundreds of people in front they will obstruct your view somewhat. The atmosphere is a highlight at the Roundhouse and is helped by the acoustics of the place which are of a very high standard which I have also found enhances acoustic performances.

    Beck R.

    I've only been to the Roundhouse for an awards ceremony, rather than gigs. From an awards / event perspective its a great venue. A large desk / delegate area as you arrive followed by a bar / holding area where people can get a drink before heading into the main hall. The hall itself is magnificent. Circular (unsurprisingly) with an industrial feel. There is plenty of room to seat many people around large circular tables and a large stage at the far end. the staff were knowledgeable and friendly and the 3 course meal provided was both delicious and hot (something quite unique for an event space of that size).

    Rebecca P.

    This year's Circusfest season launches with a surrealist production, Super Sunday, from Finnish circus ensemble, Race Horse Company. The group style themselves as uncompromising, and this quality is manifest in the show- from the usual (and slightly baffling) introduction to the performers to the revelation of the set, the audience is left disarrayed at first. The tone of the show is peculiar, abstract and has moments of both dark and slapstick humour. Despite a gentle start that elicits a few sparse chuckles from the crowd, the show suddenly jumps into hyper drive and becomes an energetic ceremony of movement and acrobatics. The performers are all male and their strength and talent becomes increasingly obvious as the acts unfold. The stage is set up as a bizarre fairground, a somewhat creepy Victorian iteration with a carousel, seesaw and strongman game. And then there's the imposing and lumbering wheel of death hanging over the stage before being introduced for the grand finale- needless to say, the closing breath-taking display is worth the visual anticipation. Using props, costumes and demonstrating their own agility, balance and strength, the cast have put together an entertaining show: it highlights the performers' impressive abilities while using props to allow them to scale to mind-boggling heights. They swing, tumble and launch one another into hastily erected (and somewhat inadequate looking) nets, creating moments of tension and awe. The prevailing comedy makes the show more engaging than merely a spectacle- the performers are clever, exaggerating the awkwardness of scene changing in the venue's awkward space. Their struggle setting up two large trampolines on the constrained stage area is emphasised for comic effect. And there's a little bit of leather and drag thrown in for good measure because, well, it all begins to feel a bit like a boys' club. Super Sunday is a high energy, fun and off-kilter production that delivers a solid 70 minutes of jaw-dropping fun- it's unique, playful and slightly dark, but the feats speak for themselves. There's no dialogue, no emcee and the performers look like they're having an absolute blast. This is a brilliant introduction to the Circusfest programme at The Roundhouse and highly recommended. It's only running until the 16 April, but if you miss it, don't panic- if the calibre of the other shows is as high as this one, you really can't go wrong. Circusfest runs at The Roundhouse until the 24 April 2016.I hope to catch another performance before the big top closes its doors.

    Angela B.

    There is something very special about this imposing venue. It isn't only the sense of creative progress you can feel when you walk through the doors, it's also the wonderful recent refurbishment, which spanned some 10 years at the hands of philanthropist Sir Torquil Norman. The end result shows quite clearly what a labour of love this project was. The main theatre can hold up to 3,300 people standing and has been the venue for countless seminal performances including the BBC electric proms and Lucha Libre London. But what strikes me the most is the complete dedication to the young community. The Roundhouse offers all kind of creative and recording projects led by professionals for 13-25 year olds, for just £2 a course! And there's a fabulous coffee shop and bar serving very reasonably priced snacks in a room filled with wonderful portraits of recording artists. Make sure to check their website for the latest performances.

    Katy I.

    The Roundhouse is what all creative spaces in London and elsewhere should aspire to be. Jimi Hendrix played there, The Doors played there and now, not only do they have one of the most impressive and diverse musical and theatrical programmes in the city, they have a dedicated team and creative spaces to nurture and develop young talent. I got involved with a media project for young people at the Roundhouse a few years ago, it was organised to coincide with the grand reopening of the theatre and gave all of us involved a hands on opportunity to work in new media with seasoned professionals. I can't rate this place highly enough. In the next few months to name but a few, Fat Freddy's Drop, Gotan Project and Grace Jones will be gracing this beautiful and iconic venue. Grace Jones! Not only that but The Roundhouse studios are offering a plethora of programmes for young people including animation and graphics, journalism and digital photography courses, all of which cost only £2 per session.

    Camden beach on a Saturday afternoon. Wet sand won't keep us away
    Dee D.

    If you haven't gone to Camden Beach here yet, go. Now. Yes, at first I was skeptical that you could recreate a beach on a rooftop without having it feel really cheesy and manufactured. But that's not really what the goal is - it's to provide a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere where you can go and be a kid again, except this time, you can sip an alcoholic slushie while building your sand castle. It's a really neat rooftop concept, and on a Saturday afternoon, I can't think of many other places in London where you can get in for free, enjoy some reasonably priced (for Camden at least) beers, and just kick back with some friends without the pretension that all other rooftop bars seem to come with... Plus: 2-4-1 cocktails every Monday through Friday!

    Martina O.

    The Roundhouse theatre is one of the most spectacular venues in London. The performance centre is housed in an old brick structure originally built in 1846. I will never forget the time I went to see Fuerzabuta there in 2006. It was like the space was made for it, with it's high domed ceiling, pillars, huge curtains it was an amazing experience. There is also a colourful modern cafe of glass and metal on the first floor and a restaurant on the ground floor where they serve some really tasty food and they have a BBQ in the summer.

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    Quinn Z.

    A venue can make or break a show, no question. In the event of the show I recently went to (Bonobo + band for his "The North Borders" tour), Roundhouse definitely helped make it. The layout is damn cool - a small room downstairs to keep things a bit more intimate if you're feeling that kind of vibe, a spacious outdoor patio area with a bar, food and tables, and then the main room itself. And what a main room it is - a big, circular space with a stage to keep the focus and plenty of room to move around. A friend told me it was once used back in the day to turn around the railcars for the Tube. Unverified, but cool if true. The sound was pretty solid - not the best I've heard but impressive nonetheless - and the lighting and general vibe was really good. Having the bars off to the back by the entrance and out of the way of the people wanting to do their thing, be it dancing, watching the performers, or just relaxing along the side walls, is a good touch. It is a shitty venue indeed that has the bar surge distract from the show. Roundhouse is no such venue. Having a fire alarm interrupt the show midway and force us all out onto the street was a bit of a buzzkill but venues gotta play by the rules when it comes to safety, so no harm done on the part of Roundhouse and all harm done on the part of the asshat who decided smoking a cigarette in the bathrooms was a good idea. Hey, on the upside, I got to meet Mr. Green himself during the unintended intermission, and given he's been one of my favorite musicians for the majority of my adult life, that was an unexpected bonus. We all eventually made it back inside for a few more songs. I suppose all said and done, the interruption was handled as best it could be. That said, Roundhouse staff forgetting to put us on the guestlist for his DJ set after the main show was frustrating, but all said and done, good night in a cool space.

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    Prior to a major structural change the original RoundHouse used to be an engine shed. It had been long recognised as an outstanding example of mid-19th century architecture because it was round in shape. In the mid 1960s it became a very exciting place as it hosted many pop concerts with artistes like Pink Floyd, Jimi Hendrix and many more. It has been closed for a long because as its archaic structure wasreceiving another face lift. Only re-opening in 2006 following a multimillion pound refit it now has two bars a cafe and an auditorium to make it one of London's most sought after location for live performances.

    Qype User (YHZgir…)

    I love this venue, great views from most everywhere, great sound. I love the use of the old space with all the modern conveniences that make a great show. There is a huge patio, which is a nice place where you can have BBQ and some drinks before a show in the summer. I also understand they have done up the cafe bar and look forward to checking that out in the near future.

    Gary P.

    What a venue! I knew very little about this place before I arrived but I was very impressed. I will definitely be going back to see more events. We were here for the Apple Music festival and we had an amazing night, the performer was quality but the venue added so much. So easy to navigate yourself around, plenty of bars and no end of space. The main room was spot on. The acoustics and lighting coupled with the intimacy will give you an experience very few places can offer. Perfect.

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    I was impressed with this music venue. Intimate and good sound/lighting. Very clean and friendly staff.

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    100 Club - The Modfather, Paul Weller.

    100 Club

    3.9(26 reviews)
    2.0 miFitzrovia
    £££

    There isn't really another venue like this in London. The 100 Club of Oxford Street has been…read moreentertaining punters since the mid-40s and its popularity shows no sign of waning in the new millenium. Over the years this legendary basement has played host to some of the most talented and innovative artists of the 20th century including BB King, The Clash and The Rolling Stones. This array of talent is testament to the innovative quality of 100 and the perpetual desire to be at the forefront of musical innovation. The venue itself has heaps of character and its battered rather tatty looking interior simply makes the place feel more homely and amiable. The crowd come predominantly for the history of the place so there's a nice blend of tourists, students and a few regulars. Drinks are unfortunately fairly expensive and the quality is not the best but this is quite honestly the sort of venue you can go to and not be to bothered about drinking. In an era of plastic and fakery, where fashion over function is practically a fundamental truth, it's comforting to know that there are places like 100 club that still burn a flame for good ol' fashioned, no-frills musical entertainment.

    I had my reservations. Within 5 minutes of the comedy night I was there to see, a guy named Mick in…read morethe front row called the compere a dick, the compere called Mick an expletive I will not repeat and then a guy next to Mick threw up on his shoes. It was at this point I thought "My boyfriend takes me to all the classiest places!" It was, as it turns out, a fantastic evening (to be honest I had a feeling it might be after the above but I'm pretending I thought it was dreadful to appear more mature than I actually am). There were four comedians, the last of which was Milton Jones who never fails to make me chuckle. The bar is dark, dingy and sticky, the drinks are overpriced and if you're there for a seated gig, such as a comedy night, be sure to get in there quickly to grab a seat as we had to stand all evening and when you're wearing heels this is no fun and you spend the whole time shifting from one foot to the other (you know what I mean, girls!) Still, despite all these things I had a brilliant vodka-infused evening of laughs and decided that I need to come back for a bit of live music. This is a fabulous venue space that took me back to my student days, and it's handily located right on Oxford Street - who knew!?

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    The Borderline

    The Borderline

    4.0(33 reviews)
    2.2 miBloomsbury
    ££

    My party of four enjoyed a pretty good acoustic show at this little club, I'd never heard of the…read moresinger -- Dawn Landes -- but research told me A) she had a solid following in Britain and B) she'd once been married to Josh Ritter, I'm a fan, so she had to be talented. She was, and she definitely had a loyal fanbase, the entire front room -- holds maybe 70 people -- was full, so my posse settled on a couch near the back, and sipped pints. I liked the bartenders (two ladies), clean feel of the venue, and beer selection, this is the only spot in London where I found a solid IPA that was hop-forward, always a good thing to pair with alt-country-Nashville sounds. A smallish club that's tricky to navigate via your mobile app, this place is worth a visit.

    The Borderline is a top music venue with a rich history and an exciting present. Although many of…read morethe artists who perform here are at the bottom rung of the music industry ladder, The Borderline is a significant rung to have climbed. Among some of the artists who have performed here in the past are Oasis and R.E.M and more recently acts like Brandi Carlisle and The Fray have used the venue to introduce themselves to the UK public. I have to say I did enjoy looking at the pictures and memorabilia on the way downstairs which demonstrated the importance of the venue on the London music scene. The pub has the style and feel of an old saloon bar with pillars and posts obstructing views of the stage from certain spots in the venue. The stage is raised but if the place packs out and you're short like me, you have a hard time seeing the artist. Arriving early and getting a good spot is strongly advised. Some seating is available at the back if you do arrive early and the venue is not yet full and this is a good area for enjoying a pre-gig drink. A good quality of performer is guaranteed, normally singers and full bands a lot of experience under their belt. Tickets can be on the pricey side considering the stature of some of the artists and prices range anywhere between £6 to £15 depending on who's playing. However there are some drinks offers at certain times which will help save a little money. Posters dotted around the venue also tell you who else is coming up at The Borderline in the near future which I found very helpful. Public transport is the recommended method of getting to the venue as Manette Street is very narrow and is governed by double yellow lines. Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Road tube stations are minutes away on foot.

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    The Social

    The Social

    4.0(61 reviews)
    1.8 miFitzrovia
    ££

    Stay clear of this place! The charming hipster 70's wooden lodge look and fairly decent fast food…read morecan't make-up for the absolute lack of hygiene (Cockroaches crawling the walls) and the terribly inattentive staff. Went there at noon but we had to wait 20 mins before the cook would return (he was out for lunch). So we were taking in the atmosphere, noticed the grime on the table (probably hasn't been wiped in a long time. We ordered a Chilli Dog, Tots with Beer Sauce and a Veggie Dog. We had to ask the waitress three times until we got napkins, ketchup and cutlery for the tots that were starting to dissolve in the beer sauce. In the middle of our meal I noticed things moving on the walls. A family of cockroaches coming out from behind the booth. WTF?! It made our skin crawl to sit in that cesspool, so we quickly ate up (while closely expecting every bite). Had to pay 23 quid for it, which is IMO unjustifiably high for fast food. As I was paying I informed the waitress of the infestation problem, and she just brushed it off as a constant issue. No apology whatsoever. Disgusting place.

    Been a while since I've been here and for all its small space it's the events it holds that really…read moremake it. Hip hop is a music genre I love and they do hip hop karaoke on a Thursday night. Monday's they have just started to do an event based around guest speakers and showcasing hip hop music videos; choosing their favourites and showing them why. I love an event where you learn or simply have fun. So though it's not a place is typically hang out because of the crowded small space, the hip hop vibe it clearly favours is something I feel is always missing with London and I embrace when I find.

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    The Crobar - We Two Kings

    The Crobar

    4.1(52 reviews)
    2.2 miBloomsbury
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    Dropped in on my last night in London hoping to hangout with some metalheads…read more What do I get? A bunch of bitch ass posers wanting to play Red Hot Chili Peppers!!! If you actually fucking pay to play Sweet Child Of Mine, or any fucking shitty ass Red Hot Chili Peppers song on the juke box, you deserve to be hung with rusty fucking barbed wire and bitch slapped like a pinata with real Gibson Explorers and Flying V's. HAIL SATAN!!! \m/666\m/

    Long have I pontificated about the mighty Solid Rock Cafe in Glasgow, the undisputed king of the…read morerock pub north of the border. It's pushed hard for it's title by The Black Rose and Black Bull, both in Edinburgh. The Crobar, however, is my undisputed king of the south. I absolutely, positively, unequivocally LOVED this bar. The jukebox is awesome - custom built compilations of songs by group or genre. I heard everything from UFO to Nine Inch Nails while I was there. The drinks are pretty cheap for a central London bar... as in I didn't do a double take when I was charged. The decor is astounding! 2000AD pages adorn the walls, mixed in with other comic pages from the 80s and 90s... it's amazing. The bar doesn't have any draft beers, but does have an amazing range of bottles and spirits. The punters were all readily accepting of someone that clearly wasn't a regular, and there was a fair bit of banter and laughter between everyone, whether they knew you or not. The staff couldn't have been more helpful, even being quite clear that the beers they'd just put in the fridge weren't cold so they were selling them under protest! I was there a lot of the night, and can't say enough positive, happy, good things about them, or the place as whole. Even entertainment was provided by a small dog that was quite the thief, swiping half a vodka and coke while it's owner was distracted. Not sure that happens every night though... Seriously though... if you like your music a little loud, your decor a little wild, and you time to be filled in a pleasant environment, then for me, this is THE place to visit. It's on my list of must visit places for London now. Go. You deserve it.

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