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    The Boardwalk

    3.0 (168 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars, Music Venues
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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    THE BOARDWALK ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Juke Box
    Very loud
    Casual

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    Sean Ashe opened. So good!

    Headed to the Boardwalk for the Pat Travers Band on Wednesday 1/28. We saw Michael Shanker here years ago. I gotta say. I love this place. What a great small venue. 3 bands, all sounded great. Easy parking across the street. Beers not over priced. But the staff. That's the best part! Everyone was so friendly and professional. You can tell they've their jobs. From the door guy, to the gal that checked us in. To all the bartenders, sorry I can't remember all your names, but 1 individual in particular, Ben, was so nice. He was servicing tables and did a wonderful job. Your business is only as good as the people you have working there, and this business is doing something right!! Thanks to everyone. We'll be back!!

    Only OJ "mimosa"

    Sunday Music Bingo A++++ Service C Food B Bottomless mimosas F Love the bingo, had such a fun time. We arrived early as instructed to get a table together at 10AM, no one came to our table for almost an hour. I understand the event doesn't start until 11, but we're sitting willing to spend money in the meantime ... they had one server for the whole place for some reason despite many other employees loitering around. The server insisted we order our food immediately since we were doing bottomless mimosas, so we complied. And then we closed out as requested as well, never seeing that server again (we were there 10-2) The mimosas left much to be desired, theyre mixed behind the counter in a large carafe and the prosecco/OJ ratio was very inconsistent. You receive a tiny plastic champagne flute that probably holds 5 Oz. We went stretches of 20 min without refills when they stated more was being made. We received glasses of only OJ TWICE. When they do refill your glass they touch the rim of your flute to the carafe essentially contaminating your glass with everyone else's in the place. I know this is a new event, and the place was packed... but more of a reason to recalibrate and really consider how to do it right. Carafes should be left on the table, ratios consistent, more servers per section perhaps.

    Paid $70 dollars to get in and paid additional $20 for 8 wings.   So disappointing................ Would not recommend this place
    Juliet R.

    I paid $70 to get in and an additional $20 for eight tiny wings. I don't mind paying for great food, but this entree was disappointing. I would not recommend this restaurant if you want a satisfying meal. Yes Sara, I paid $20, including a tip, for a small eight-wing entree.

    Cassie O.

    The food and drinks are always good. The service was amazing. Every one is so friendly. We love coming here especially with the live music.

    "Pork belly" sandwich....no, more like hard bacon sandwich.

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    2 months ago

    Great music, drinks, and employees! Really enjoyed hearing Walter Trout band. First time and we'll be back.

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    8 months ago

    Saw Pablo Cruise just now and it was AMAZING!! Great place! Great food, service, very clean. Definitely going again

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    The Class of 85 show last night was brilliant. Great sound, great venue, the band was fantastic. Thanks Boardwalk for a great night.

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    Amazing food tacos yummy love the live music to need more sofe rock ...it big enough to get around to.

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    Great bands!! Can't wait for Atomic Punks! ( Van halen Tribute) on October 14th! Great venue and great staff!

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    Ask the Community - The Boardwalk

    I saw this on a list of places in the Sacramento area that host Open Mic nights. Do they still do that? What night? Are walk-ins welcome, or do we have to pre-register? Is a solo acoustic act welcome? Is it done year-round?

    Hi Rick, thanks for reaching out. We do not currently offer open-mic nights at our establishment.

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    Review Highlights - The Boardwalk

    as far as music goes, if youre into any type of rock music, hardcore, metal, even rap music that isnt exactly main stream, youll find some of your favorite artists passing through.

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    The Side Door - Waiting for Ms. Chris Webster and Nina Gerber, Side Door, Sacramento, CA - September 14, 2024

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    4.8(12 reviews)
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    Attended two music shows on consecutive nights. 1st show the room was packed, completely sold out…read more 2nd show there were less than 20 people in the audience. The building and the auditorium are funky. Flat floor, uncomfortable folding chairs. The stage is elevated up 18 inches, so if you are short and there are bigger people seated in front of you there's little chance you will see the performers. Look for the ceiling air conditioning vents and avoid sitting under one of them. Made that mistake. I had a constant 3 hour blast of chilled air blowing on top of me. My nose was running like a faucet and I was literally trembling from the cold. Couldn't change seats in the capacity crowd. Tbe Bose sound system is adequate though inexpertly managed. The featured guitarist of a jazz combo could barely be heard, and I was sitting on the 4th row. All said, this is a bare bones hall that is staff by welcoming people. Informal, unfussy. Come as you are, no need to dress up.

    September 14, 2024…read more This was my first visit to The Side Door. We were there to see singer Chris Webster and guitarist Nina Gerber. The venue is small, but is a great place to see live music. At only 130 seats, it is an intimate setting. Music only, no food or drinks sold. We had dinner and drinks next door at The Hop Gardens restaurant before the show, and then walked around the corner a bit before show time and we were lucky enough to snag first row seats (no assigned seating). The seats are folding chairs, but they are comfortable enough. The sound system is great. Made for a wonderful evening of music at a very reasonable price ($25/ea).

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    The Side Door - September 14, 2024
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    September 14, 2024 Nina Gerber's pup hanging out on stage during show.

    The Side Door - Getting ready for our next show

    Getting ready for our next show

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