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4.0 of 5 stars.
I made my inaugural visit to The Birchmere on 9/4/09 to see Maysa in concert. Maysa was fabulous as usual and the acoustics there are spot on. The exterior is pretty funky while the interior is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my 1st time at The Birchmere was a good night out! The hubby and I hadn't gone out since our last anniversary (last year) eek! Anyway, he got us tickets to see Etta James for our 8th wedding...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Caught my first show at the Birchmere last night, and I must say that I was impressed with the venue. When we first pulled up, the place reminded me of a strip mall store with graffiti all over it; it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first experience at the Birchmere was nice. I'm all for intimate, clean, professional, and friendly establishments that cater to audiences with a peculiar taste for talented entertainers. There's...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of few places that make me want to enter the Commonwealth of Virginia. I have seen some truly great shows here. This is a good intimate concert setting for you to take that special...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Normally, I'm not a huge fan of sit-down venues. I like to be able to dance and sweat on the people performing, but if that isn't really your thing, then you can't beat the Birchmere. They have a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to the Birchmere a number of times now- I saw Sara Bareilles here, and Jonathan Coulton (err... three times?). I love getting there early to get a good seat, and to enjoy the hearty food....
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Birchmere is great intimate venue. I saw David Grisman Quintent here tonight and got there just in time (they started promptly at 7:30). Allow yourself PLENTY of time to get to shows here...leave...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I liked this concert venue much more than I expected. Nicole and I saw Sara Bareilles here a couple months ago, and even though we showed up not long before the opening act we were still able to find...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Been here 23 times and this place ROCKS!!!! Get there early for a getaway spot close to Mt. Vernon Ave and you are good to go!!!!! Beer and great food.......esp. the PRISON chili or any of the entrees...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. They have shows almost every night, and the music ranges from bluegrass to rock to jazz to eclectic, to (ugh) muzak, so basically whatever turns you on. Good sound...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is second only to Iota in my book. I saw Bob Schnedier here over the Winter and it was my first time at the venue. It was AWESOME. It's incredibly spacious inside and very easy to find a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to the Birchmere last November to see Bob Schneider. Really cool atmosphere, decent food, and good prices. Really laid back, and the sound system was good. Would definitely go back for another...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Birchmere is a classic. Although the location changed some time ago, the character is still (somewhat) the same. While the food is somewhat pricey for what it is, it is also pretty darned good for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I saw Sondre Lerche at the Birchmere last year, and I really enjoyed the venue. The show was in the Music Hall, which was great since I could just have a seat anywhere there was space (and there...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh. Is it just me? Or did anyone -else- not realize that there's a gigantic huge back performance room with an ocean of seating at the Birchmere?I've only been here once before for another concert,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a cool place and I wish I had discovered it sooner. It reminds me of Jaxx but its more along the lines of blues, some indie rock, R&B and some classic rock. In addition to the stage area...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just had the best night at the Birchmere. I saw Emmylou Harris, Patty Griffin, Shawn Colvin & Buddy Miller from about 10 feet away with a nice glass of wine. The Birchmere is so civilized. Don't...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to the Birchmere on a few occasions, most recently for Joshua Radin and for Ingrid Michaelson.Though the bandstand stage was nice, I much prefer the supper club listening venue. It's the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great music and shows; food/service leave something to be desired.Hard to rate... the quality of shows is not directly a function of the kitchen and staff.I've been to the Birchmere many times. I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's just no way I can give this place a bad review. Ever since we saw our very first show here some years ago, (and I believe it was Isaac Hayes - R.I.P., my brotha), my partner and I have...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't decide whether the Bandstand at the Birchmere or the 9:30 club is my absolute favorite rock concert venue. I saw George Thorogood there and it was a LOUD, rockin', elbow-to-elbow, hot, sweaty,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm giving The Birchmere 4 stars because the show was AMAZING. I guess that has nothing to do with the venue, though, huh? Anyhoo, I saw Rachael Yamagata the other night and her performance made up...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Amel Larrieux show was AWESOME! The sound system was decent and the food was pretty delish. My date enjoyed the Cajun Gumbo, of which I tasted and was quite pleased. I ordered the Paradise Burger...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This theater is quite unique. It has two separate stage rooms one of which is like a super club with severs, menus and all. The other stage room is standing room/dance hall style. We saw Envogue and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here on a Sunday for an act I have never heard of. The sound system was ok, nothing special. This is a place where you sit down to watch music and its a little different. I was shocked to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This venue may be much on the eyes, but brings some of the best roots/country/folk/acoustic/blues music to DC. Just have a look at the posters around the main performance space; Ray Charles, Jenny...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Unique venue, but a bit on the tacky side. It's an odd mix of country meets retro lounge. Plus the food sucked-no healthy options. Pass up the food, but get in line early, you'll need a numbered...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Feels you're watching a performance in a Pizza Hut or Chuckee Cheese. Plastic table clothes, uneven tables and sticky carpet. The food is not so great either.The Birchmere has some good acts come...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to two shows here, and at each I have felt extremely awkward. Its like a geriatric dinner theater--really makes the mood of the two shows I went to a bit off. I felt I should have been...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place -- I just wish it was in DC.The Birchmere is like a country dance hall transplanted from Louisiana to Va. The acts seem to be mostly "down-home" oriented and there's not really a bad...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great music, of course! they do a fabulous show there always, have been to about 15 in the last year. The thing is, it's all communal unreserved seating, and you have to arrive early if you want a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Birchmere's taste in music and entertainment earns it my 4-star rating. If you want to see an outstanding singer-songwriter in the DC/VA area, then check the schedule at this venue....
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What an interesting place!! Check the calendar often to see non-mainstream bands because if they're ever in the area, it's a sure bet that they're making a stop at the Birchmere (or Rams Head in...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Who knew this was here? With it's strangely soon to be hip location and live music ($30 for the concert I went to)... I went here to hear a world music legend. The inside is sort of French Quarter in...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK, after hearing such great things about this place, I figured it was time to check it out. So a friend and I ventured to the Birchmere a few weeks ago to see Josh Kelley and the Pat McGee Band (an...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Birchmere is Virginia's best kept concert venue secret. While it's well known in the music community, I think a lot of fans of music are unaware of it's existence.The doors to the Birchmere Box...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This one has taken me awhile to write. Only because I wanted to accumulate enough concert trips to formulate an educated review. Over the course of about 3 years I've been to The Birchmere around...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Birchmere is home to some of the hardest working bands, crews, waiters, box office staff, booking agents, and kitchen staff around. Please remember that in one evening approximately 500 people...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is quite the little gem of a venue in the area. You could drive past it and you might miss it if you aren't paying attention -- and paying attention is key -- cause they get some really...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A good place for a chill/acoustic show. No dancing, no standing, just an attentive, appreciative audience. As mentioned, do arrive early for a good table.I once asked the waiter, "what's good here?"...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The one and only time I went to Birchmere was to see Jamie Cullum live. The artists who play here are definitely more folksy/easy/adult listening so that is the clientele that you will find in the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
At least once, you have to come see where some of the most legendary singer-songwriters, blues and country musicians got their start and call home. Namely, one of Alexandria's favorite daughters, Mary...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you want to see folk/country/acoustic music performed live, this is easily one of the best venues in the DC area. My girlfriend and I saw the legendary Guy Clark perform here last Friday night....
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You'll definitely want to arrive early to get a good table. The menu is small and is nothing particular special, but it's decent enough for a pre-show meal.It has great acoustics, however, it is not...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Come early so you can score a nice table. The menu is lackluster but you'll find something filling and tasty. The wines are all decent but there's no stars. You may have to share table which...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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It is smoke-free, which thrills me. They serve fantastic food during the show and have a full bar. And they do not pack people into every space, so even a sold out show will have plenty of room to wal...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/23/2005
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The Birchmere is good sized music venue that seats its guests at tables where you can order good food and drinks well enjoying the show. They are able to book top quality performers who like the pers...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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I have attended several events at The Birchmere and every one has been a pleasant experience. They host smaller, yet well known bands and singers. The food they offer is always great, and always broug...
judysbook.com - user review - 06/22/2005
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this long-running establishment has continued to be one of the best places in the washington area to see acoustic folk and bluegrass artists perform live. light rock bands have also been known to take the...
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