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    The Chance Theatre

    2.9 (41 reviews)
    InexpensiveMusic Venues
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Iconic place. Nice to see this venue is still doing music. Only minus 1 star cause it is in the Hood and you gotta watch where you walk.

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    I would give this place 5-Stars if the upper level was reconfigured as a sitting loge and standing room tiers behind it.

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    The Loft - Stairs to load up the gear = :|

    The Loft

    1.4(5 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    Not gonna lie , after reading the reviews I was nervous about this place …read more The load in sucked for the bands gear because it's two flights of stairs , but it got done ! The area this venue is in is SUPER SKETCHY. I am from MKE WI and I feel safer in sketchy areas there , this area was way worse . I don't suggest coming to a show here by yourself . The sound wasn't the best but I've heard worse . It was just kind of a cluster of sound vs hearing each instrument clearly and in its own place . The staff was super friendly and helped out . The space itself is quite big and open so you don't have to get there to early . The stage is elevated so you can see the band clearly .

    The Loft is part of "The Chance Entertainment Complex", located in beautiful, scenic, friendly and…read morequaint downtown Poughkeepsie. While The Chance has it's charm (see my review here: http://www.yelp.com/bi...), The Loft is a bit of a mess. This is just not a good place to see/hear bands perform. I'm not sure if it's the awkward layout, or the tiny, low stage with the lighting rig blocking the performers' heads, or the bad acoustics due to the drop ceiling (missing a few tiles) or the ceramic tile-like floor, or maybe they just have a poor sound system and/or soundman, but the sound is not great and you can barely see the band unless you are right in front of the stage, which is also not fun because your head will be line with the band member's crotches....well, some people might find that fun, but not me. I've seen local as well as national, well-known bands perform here and it's always been a crummy show. Bands I've seen put on a great show elsewhere were just poor-sounding here. And oh yeah....the bathrooms are beyond skanktastic. I will continue to see bands at The Chance's main space, but I'll probably stay away from The Loft.

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    Mahoney's Irish Pub & Steakhouse - ceasar salad

    Mahoney's Irish Pub & Steakhouse

    3.1(208 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    Had an engagement party here the other night and everything went right. You wouldn't know from the…read moreoutside but Mahoneys has the perfect private back rooms. After walking through the busy bar you enter a spacious private room that includes a bar and personal music system. Pat, the event coordinator, was amazing every step of the way, very helpful, knowledgeable and informative. The personal wait staff for the party was great, always around and ready. What I was most pleased with was the food. People always remember the food from the party and the food provided from Mahoneys and their kitchen staff was great. The penne vodka was flavorful and creamy and the chicken Marsala complimented it well. The party was around 60 people and we had plenty of food, people went up for 2nd and 3rd and we still had leftovers. And did I mention affordable?? Like I said before, amazing experience definitely recommend for anyone throwing a small party, between the food, service and space they knocked it out.

    I love this place!…read more We came here for a comedy show on Saturday and decided to try some of their food. I went with the Shrimp cocktail and the shrimp used were just perfect! I am always scared when ordering shrimp cocktail due to the fact some establishments use crap grade shrimp, well not this place, they were spectacular. I believe many of the chefs I read graduated from the Culinary Institute of America which is located extremely close to this restaurant, and this could be part of the reason why their food game is on point. My girlfriend got the beef stew, and they gave ample portions of meat with delicious gravy and the mashed potatoes were nothing to sneeze at either. I got a couple Jack and Diet's and the upcharge for a double is not that bad, at the time of writing this I believe it is a four-dollar upcharge. Also got a merlot and it was fresh and delightful. If I lived closer to this place, I would be here all the time. There are several colleges near here, so I assume the vibe is great as well if you are looking to come and have a good time. The train station literally shares there parking lot so if you plan on partaking in a good time with drinks and spirits it would be a good idea to just train it over. As always people SYOY, and if you live even remotely close to Mahoney's, visit often for me! Cheers!!

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    Mahoney's Irish Pub & Steakhouse - Interior main floor.

    Interior main floor.

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    Bearsville Theater - Theater

    Bearsville Theater

    3.6(32 reviews)
    26.1 mi
    $$

    Two things you expect after paying $65 each for tickets to a theater-bathrooms and working a/c both…read moreof which they struggle to provide. Great concert but I had to leave for a few in middle to get a fan because I thought l was going to pass out. Bathroom design from the 80s I guess, huge bathroom with many stalls for men and 1 man in there and women's bathroom smaller only a few stalls and a line of 30 women like why can't they redesign this? One small heat pump a/c hanging on the wall in back of the theater with hundreds of people crammed in soaking wet with sweat. It's great beyond that but it's like they're practicing to be a theater. Ate at the Mexican restaurant there beforehand which food was okay average not bad, very convenient and they had a/c but theater was a mess it was hot before concert even started.

    Came here for a show on a Saturday night and wasn't pleasantly surprised by the compound-like feel…read moreof the venue. There's a Mexican restaurant and Tavern right next door, which are nice amenities. There was also plenty of parking and the outside was well lit. The Theater itself felt brand new. It was super modern and clean. There was a small bar with various drinks. As far as food, I only saw candy and chips listed. Water was also $4 and came in an environmentally friendly bottle. Bathrooms were downstairs, which wasn't an issue for me but could be for someone with limited mobility. If you have limited mobility and plan on visiting, I would call to ensure the restrooms can be accessed. The room where the musicians perform is large and there is a small seating area upstairs, which is a different, more expensive ticket. I did see about 5 or 6 stools downstairs for those who need to sit. Unfortunately, the main act was unable to perform but the theater did send out an email several hours before the show started to let guests know their options so that was appreciated. Overall, it's a really nice venue for a show!

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    Lyonshare Public House - Half Chicken. Perfectly cooked!

    Lyonshare Public House

    4.4(54 reviews)
    13.8 mi

    This is the date night, adult dining experience Beacon has been missing! I have two kids and I…read moreappreciate a family friendly restaurant as much as any parent. But when I want to have an elevated experience with a nod to fine dining, this is my go-to. I always bring friends from out of town here and everyone is impressed. The bartenders make the best martinis and Manhattans you'll find, along with a seasonal cocktail menu that features something for everyone, including mocktails. When I don't want a full dining experience but the hubs and I have a babysitter, we like to sit at the bar for martinis and oysters - SO FRESH! If you don't do oysters, anything on the appetizers list is a wonderful light bite. I don't know what kind of magic the chef uses to make the salads but they are always simple, yet stunning. For dinner, the steak is hard to pass up if you eat red meat. I usually get the single serving NY strip, which is incredible. You can't go wrong. I'm excited to try the porterhouse for 2. My mollusk loving friend raved about the mussels and the fish selection is fantastic. I'm not a big dessert person, but splitting any of the desserts is a treat. Alternatively, the digestif selection doesn't disappoint. The bartenders and bar manager, Nick, are helpful in guiding your taste buds to the right choice. Bud, the owner, whose previous establishments can be read about in some respectfully placed articles around the restaurant, is always accommodating for the busiest place in town. It's nearly impossible to get a seat on Friday and Saturday nights from 6-9, but he will be honest and create a space at one of the little side bar areas if he can. The ambiance is sexy and sophisticated with a touch of whimsy. The toilet paper holder in the restroom always makes me smile (IYKYK). Having been to this restaurant many times, you'll start to see familiar faces as there is now a strong regular crowd. The community and connections that I've found while at Lyonshare have enhanced my experience of living in Beacon. Oh, last thing - brunch is a can't miss, must do culinary event.

    First off, our bartender Taylor was just amazing. She knew the menu cold and had a very nice way…read moreabout her. The food and atmosphere here were excellent. We shared the Butter and Blue salad, really well done. The fusilli Ferretto with lamb ragu was one of the best meals I've had in months. The homemade pasta was al dente and the lamb ragu was fragrant and meaty and rich. Perfect on a particularly cold evening. Liz had the sea bass and raved about it. We shared a bottle of Madonna Dell Donno Barolo wine which was probably not the best choice for the sea bass but was an outstanding match for the lamb ragu. The cocktails and dessert were also perfectly done!

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    Lyonshare Public House - Inside -- it's NEVER this empty; we got there right at opening one time.

    Inside -- it's NEVER this empty; we got there right at opening one time.

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    Levon Helm Studios

    Levon Helm Studios

    4.4(30 reviews)
    25.5 mi
    $$

    WHOA! Feels like you're watching a show in Levon Helm's living room - because essentially you are!…read moreThe acoustics of this venue are incredible. If you are in Woodstock, you MUST stop here and see a show. It may possibly change your life. It's a little tricky to navigate here in the dark - you feel like you're in the Blair Witch Project, then you will see a beacon of light marking the entrance to the Levon Helms Studio. Follow the light and it will show you the way!

    I grew up listening to the music of The Band. The Last Waltz is something I've watched many times…read more But for some reason, I didn't know anything about Levon Helm Studios or the Midnight Ramble until I arrived recently for a friend's birthday. Well, the Ramble and I made that birthday great. It's an amazing show in an amazing venue. They call it The Barn for a reason. All wood everywhere, it's an intimate show with seats all around, above and behind the stage. Apparently Levon designed and acoustically engineered the space himself, and it shows; the sound quality is phenomenal in here. I think any act would sound good in here, but the Ramble blew my mind. The musicianship is incredible. You'll watch people swap guitars for keyboards for drums and show startling prowess on all of them. They brought in all sorts of friends including Graham Lesh and Twisted Pine (the excellent opening act), and literally everyone could play, and sing, and just rock. With some of Levon's family in the band, you'll hear them play his music with real feeling and emotion, and watch them have a great time doing it. I can't recommend this show enough, and I would certainly come back to the venue as well. Be aware that they don't sell drinks and food, which isn't the worst thing in the world because you could pour half a bottle of vodka into into a water bottle with some powdered grape kool-aid because that's all you had on hand, and have a great time. In theory, I mean.

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    Levon Helm Studios
    Levon Helm Studios

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