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    Guster
    Mary T.

    Guster brought me to Buffalo late last month. The band had a show at Town Ballroom, which is in the city's theatre district. I am normally not a fan of general admission shows. You never know whether your standing room-only experience will be horrible or enjoyable. It was the latter case. I was pleased and relieved! I drove down from Niagara Falls, NY, where I was staying for this visit. All parking on the streets was taken. Instead, I found a parking lot across the street from this venue. I paid for parking online and then crossed the street to line up with fellow Guster fans. The process to enter this venue was civil and well-organized. Two folks way before you got to the main entrance checked your ID and then placed a bracelet around your wrist. When you got to the main doors, you had different lineups for will-call ticket pickups and another to show your ticket barcode on your phone. Mine was scanned and I was good. I don't know whether there's a bag policy. I tend to visit concert venues and sports arenas with my phone, keys, and a credit card. This theatre is a cozy throwback to decades ago, but restored to be current. I saw the lineup for Guster merchandise. I had to get a t-shirt and paid with a credit card. I used the washroom twice -- before and after the concert. This place designed the women's washroom nicely. Each stall had the door open away from you when you exited it. The doorknob was a large crystal knob that looked classy and pretty. The stall was spacious and clean. There was a woman sitting by the sink area. She had a table where you could freshen up with perfume and other items. There was also a tip jar. I didn't bother with any of it, but it was cool to witness. I washed my hands, dried them, and left. There was a coat check. It was $3. However, it only accepted cash. I didn't have any. Next to that was a snack area. I saw everything from hot pizza slices, to chilled bottled water. I don't normally get an alcoholic drink at a concert. At this classy place, it felt appropriate. I got a coconut rum and coke. It was $9. Not horrible! I was fortunate that the bar accepted credit cards. I paid and tipped with it. The drink was perfect. I got a decent spot to see Guster. I was off to the side, near the short set of steps by the stage. It was perfect to hang my jacket on the handrail. There was also a small ledge to place your drink on it. I was extremely happy, especially saving $3 for a coat check! My view was decent, despite having a few folks in front of me. It helped that they were shorter in height. The concert was fantastic. Guster rarely comes over the border (I have only seen it happen once), so I tend to see the band stateside. This concert in Buffalo was the shortest distance that I have travelled stateside to see the band. Doors opened at 7 pm. The concert started at 8 pm. No opening act. The show started on time. Guster put on a stellar performance. It was excellent all around. Staff were super nice and friendly. I loved my first concert experience at this venue. I'd return again to take in another concert. (146)

    Full house for Alexandra Kay. 10/8/2025.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great mid size concert venue and reuse of old space in a historic district.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Only down side was the outdoor wait to get in the doors for the show. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Facility is general admission and most is standing only.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Shannon R.

    Love this venue. The club has great acoustics, plenty of bars in both their room with the stage and the lounge area where you enter the club. I didn't have to wait for the bathroom either, which is a huge plus. Every time we've been to town ballroom, it has been a blast.

    Dana M.

    You simply can't beat this place as a music venue. Years ago, the sound was garbage and the place was kind of divey, but you can tell that this owner has put a lot of money into the place to upgrade everything. The sound, and especially the lighting are fantastic. If you have a chance, check out the front room (opposite the doors). The owner has collected a ton of memorabilia for the "Buffalo Casino," and it's so cool to see all the big names that have played here over the years.

    Colleen O.

    As far as the sound quality and view of a band/artist for a concert venue, this is my favorite spot to see a show in Buffalo . Only a couple of complaints . Standing for a 3hr plus show (standing room only here) can be exhausting for the 40 and over demographic. Also two drinks came to just under $20! (nothing fancy just soda and a mixer!) If you have to pay for parking and coat check , it can make for a pricey night . But with the great acoustics and historic atmosphere, you will no doubt have a memorable night . I got the pleasure of seeing Twenty one Pilots and Walk the Moon here before they were on the radio and seeing them set up their own stage is mind blowing thinking back on it. 10,000 maniacs and The Great Train Robbery played this last Friday for a charity event and the crowd was really engaged with the show. Check out their vast variety of artists performing on their website!

    Jessica R.

    Town Ballroom is my favorite concert venue in Buffalo. It's not super dirty, a great size, and you can see no matter where you are in the venue (I'd know since I'm 5'2" and have stood nearly everywhere lol). The sound quality is fantastic and they always put on a great light show and use tons of confetti. The bar is white large and wraps around so you can easily find a spot to grab a drink. They have some of the best bookings in Buffalo. Definitely a venue you need to check out if you haven't yet!

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    Robert G.

    A couple years ago, my brother and I went to Town Ballroom to see Beartooth with Of Mice & Men, and Hands Like Houses. My brother is a seasoned vet when it comes to live shows, but it was my first experience there. It quickly became one of my favorite music venues that I've been to and Beartooth was amazing! Now that regulations are lifting and they're having shows again, I can't wait to go back!

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    Ask the Community - Town Ballroom

    We want to come to town to see Sylvan Esso. I do not see a seating chart so I am assuming there are no seats??????Did Al Capone sit? Just kidding. Look forward to the show

    No seating in the performance room. You stand and there are some area's to set your drink, but if packed limited. Some sitting in the lobby.

    Where is parking for the Town Ballroom? Is it safe? What is the cost to park there? Thanks

    You can often find parking up and down main street that is metered parking, or there are several near by lots that you have to pay for. I like to park in the lot that is behind the ballroom, on Washington (again, a pay lot).

    What is the average beer price there?

    I believe the average beer price is about $5.00!

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    My husband had no problems coming and going for drinks, which were inexpensive, especially for a concert venue.

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    The Cave

    The Cave

    4.7(6 reviews)
    3.4 miBlack Rock

    I met a friend here two weeks ago for a concert. We came to see Mary & Friends. It was Mary Ramsey…read morefrom 10,000 Maniacs with some of her friends. They played and sang jazzy tunes. Her bass player is amazing! He sounds like Brad Paisley! I have no musical talent so it really moved me how well he played the bass. The other artists played well too! The venue is fantastic. It was my first time here. Sportsman's Tavern bought the venue three or four years ago. It isn't a dive bar like Sportsman's Tavern though. It's much more intimate. It's classier too. I liked the way they had the tables set up. I loved the stage area too. There is a small bar area where you can order drinks. There was also a waitress coming around asking if we wanted drinks or food. They have a small menu, and the food sounded good, but I wasn't hungry. You can park on the street or in their small parking lot, which holds about 25/30 spots. You'll enter the venue via a dark door near the front parking spot. There is much more room inside, than how it looks from their lot. The lot was a bit hard to find. I ended up driving around the block and then I noticed it. I'd love to come back here and see another concert soon!

    I went for the first time last weekend and was genuinely surprised at how fun it was. Some overall…read morenotes from the night: - Bring earplugs!! - decent amount of parking in the lot (~15 cars?) - I got there at 7:45 and there were only a few spots left. Best to get there early! - at 7:45, most tables were taken. By 8:30 the crowd was packed at the bar and there almost wasn't enough room to even stand (maybe it's not normally that busy?) - bathrooms were clean and spacious - staff were all friendly - i recommend buying your ticket online ahead of time. I had to go early to buy one at the door (when I called at 7, they said they expected it to sell out before 8) - it looks a little odd from the outside, but The Cave is definitely a cool spot to stop at if you like live music!

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    Buffalo Iron Works

    Buffalo Iron Works

    3.7(104 reviews)
    1.2 miDowntown
    $$

    I have seen many shows at BIW and when it was time to plan my retirement party I was psyched to…read morelearn they are available for private parties. The price was reasonable, the service was outstanding, and the food was hot, tasty, and affordable. My friend's Band, Soul Street Band, played the venue and loved working with the staff. Buffalo IronWorks is a true Buffalo gem!!

    If you're looking for cool live music off the beaten path, this is the place. I came here for the…read moreVindy's show in June and had a nice time. There is mostly standing room for the venue, with some tables on the main level and a small balcony level for tables. I think everything was still walk-up service at the bar for that night. I didn't get any food and only had water to drink (stay hydrated!), but it looked like a pretty expansive menu for drinks. I was a little wary about the immediate surrounding area, since the streets immediately around the venue were cobblestone. This made it kind of hard to walk, when it wasn't super well lit. I was also confused by the parking arrangement in the area, since it seemed like the garage had some access restriction and the parking around the backside of the building also had confusing signage. This is not a criticism of the business whatsoever, just an important note for the other aspects of your visit.

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    We loved the chalk drawing of our Buffalo Bills on the VIP Balcony Ceiling!

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    Babeville

    Babeville

    4.6(35 reviews)
    0.2 miDowntown
    $$

    Great live music venue in Buffalo, NY. They have on site…read moreparking but there were no spots available when we arrived. Street parking was free and easy to find. We parked right across from the venue. The venue is located in a refurbished church and the highlight for me was seeing all the fixtures including pews and glass stained windows still in tact. Getting in was easy they just checked our ids and scanned our tickets. Short walk from the entrance to the actual music area. There is a floor standing room area you can watch the music, as well as two elevated seating areas. The seats were pews and very roomy. It was nice to be able to sit and enjoy the show free from the crowds. The sound quality was mostly good but at times I found it was very loud and hard to hear what the musician was saying. Didn't get any drinks or use the bathroom, so I can't comment on this aspect. Overall, I thought this was a great venue.

    This was the first time I have been here for a concert. My previous visits were for a fund raiser;…read morethere were no chairs set up, only vendors. I could not judge the space as a concert hall. My estimate is a capacity of 400-500 chairs, in rows of 14 the floor, plus the balcony. I was there to see Judy Collins, who still has a wonderful voice. (She is 87). A friend asked why she was not performing in the Mary Seton room at Kleinhans Music Hall. I think the acoustics are better here, as are the slightly padded chairs. It is certainly more intimate.

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    Mohawk Place - Cobwebs everywhere. If the sprinklers came on, I'd get covered with dust.

    Mohawk Place

    3.8(37 reviews)
    0.4 miDowntown
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    Mohawk Place is back, and after finally stopping in during its reopening weekend, I can happily say…read morethe place still has all the charm that makes it a Buffalo favorite. The new management seems to be off to a great start, and the combination of live music, dive bar atmosphere, and friendly vibes makes it the kind of spot that's easy to spend an entire evening in. We grabbed a couple of cocktails and settled in before going to a comedy show at Key Bank Center. Food-wise, we ordered a sampler featuring their steak sandwich with caramelized onions, house-made chips, 3 wings, and potato salad. I don't know if this will be offered in the future or if it was more for their soft opening. The steak sandwich was the standout for me. It came with a piece of strip steak that may not have been the fanciest cut, but it was flavorful and hit the spot. The chips were perfectly crunchy and dangerously addictive. I honestly could've eaten an entire bag of them. The potato salad was another pleasant surprise, creamy and flavorful without being overloaded with onions like so many versions are. If the reopening weekend is any indication, Mohawk Place is a great bar to grab a drink, and enjoy some surprisingly good food.

    A fun, friendly, dive kinda bar with live music. My bartender and the other patrons were very…read morefriendly and we engaged in conversation the entire visit. Drink pricing and selection were very reasonable. I arrived around 6 on a Saturday, and just missed their cover charge. I was told the band did not start until at least 8, and while I appreciate a good dive and live music, I would be hard pressed to pay a cover here. Some patrons said that it is too loud to enjoy socially when a band is playing, which I can see given the size of the place. The bathroom graffiti was definitely more creative than most! (Yes, I'm weird guys lol) It's definitely a place I would return again if bar hopping, but not somewhere I'd be comfortable going alone at night (speaking of the location, not the establishment itself)

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    The Colored Musicians Club Of Buffalo - Gregory Burrus at Welcome Banner of The Colored Musicians Museum

    The Colored Musicians Club Of Buffalo

    4.5(15 reviews)
    0.4 miDowntown
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    I came here to see the museum (on first floor) but did not have a chance to see the club…read more(upstairs). This building is on the national register of historic places. The museum was fantastic, truly a hidden gem and full of lots of local music history. George Scott, the president of the museum, gave us a tour and he shared incredible stories that really brought the history into modern day context. There are several exhibits, including: - a timeline that follows the evolution of American music. Each genre is associated with a time period and has a number, which can be punched into a sound stick so you can hear songs from that era. This exhibit would be interesting to both children and adults. - Buffalo connection to many nationally known musicians - History of the Local 533 union (American Federation of Musicians), who started the Colored Musicians Club. - interactive sound recording studio stations - an interactive band exhibit - and more! I can't say enough great things about how interesting this museum is, and I can't believe how many nationally recognized musicians had a Buffalo connection. I highly recommend the museum, and I actually would love to go back so I could spend more time with the interactive exhibits. It's great for all ages. Reservations can be made online for both in person and virtual tours through MichiganStreetBuffalo.org

    This is a magnificent mural, on a fantastic culturally important site. I believe the buodng is…read moreregistered as a National Historic Place. If not, it should be. The mural was done by William Cooper. Cooper is a Buffalo native and well know as a small shop proprietor and teacher. His mural includes: Allen "Al" Tinney Dodo Greene Duke Ellington Miles Davis Nat King Cole Grover Washington, Jr. Elvin Shepherd Count Basie

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    Rec Room

    Rec Room

    2.8(36 reviews)
    0.2 miDowntown

    Rad atmosphere! Fun events and a large staged venue for concerts with a full bar both downstairs…read moreand upstairs. The upstairs area has a balcony and totally different vibe from the lower level. Tons of seating and a full menu if you're hungry downstairs. We were just swinging by for a drink but everyone said the tacos and burgers were really good. I will try them next time. National artists, local artists and even karaoke with a band at the Rec Room. Place was packed and everyone was having a blast! If you are looking for good music and a cool place to chill and enjoy the vibe, this place is worth a stop. It's awesome that places like this exist for people to have fun in a low pressure environment downtown. Everyone is super friendly, bathroom was clean and a ton of places to enjoy music and even quieter areas if you want to have conversation or just hang out and have a few drinks! A+

    My husband and I went here for live band karaoke. First off, we bought tickets for this and when we…read morewent to the event, no one asked for tickets. So we spent $25 for no reason. Also, the karaoke started almost an hour and a half after the advertised time. They also advertised it to be 90s rock and pop yet they offered the entire karaoke menu which has barely any 90s rock songs so it should just be advertised as live band karaoke. I sang and it was hard to hear myself- audio wasn't great. Also, it wasn't a full band, just a bassist and a drummer. There was clearly a track playing behind them. I don't know if I'd go back since it's a pain to get to and they got extra money and wasted an hour and a half of our time. Edit- raised from one star to two because the food was decent and the bartenders were attentive and friendly.

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