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5.0 of 5 stars.
This has gotta be my all-time favorite venue to see a show. Great acts are witnessed here on an almost nightly basis. The decor is absolutely gorgeous. Not in the best neighborhood, but definitely one...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Thee* Great American Music is my Favourite Venue in the Bay Area Yes i know i added the extra e that's because its extra amazing.. The architecture is beautiful and dates back to just post Victorian...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a real gem in the city and the inside of the hall is beautiful! We came here for a wedding reception and the staff was very professional and helpful. I'd like to see a music act in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can't count how many times I've been to this venue, but I continue to love it more each time. See you this monday in fact! pretty awesome place
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saw the Devil Makes Three here, and wow. What a beautiful venue. Something out of the 19th century, love it.
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to a networking event at the GAMH a few months ago and it was my first time inside this piece of SF history. The history of the place on their website explains some tasty trivia about this...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is kind of perfect I think. It's cozy with its dark wooden floors (Mahogany perhaps?) and ballroom-like theme, what with the big ol' chandeliers on the ceilings and what not. When I come...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
really nice building. usually plenty of space to move around and the acts are better then not most of the time.
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Even if you don't normally go see live music, you should at least take the opportunity to see something, anything, at the Great American Music Hall. It's an old school style hall with super fancy...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It doesn't really matter what's playing in the next few weeks at the Great American Music Hall; you just Need To Go. A lame band will magically sound decent, decent acts sound amazing, and amazing...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the great american hall is what the riv in chicago could be if the people that owned and worked it actually gave a shit. it's painted nice! not to mention: the bathrooms are clean, there was ample...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously lovely. My husband and I just went here last night to see Anya Marina and Emiliana Torrini (okay, so unfortunately we missed most of Anya because this was a last minute adventure and we...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite venue in San Francisco. The interior is so elegant and has a rococo flair that I love. I really enjoy the fact that I can snag a table and sit down and have an Amazing meal and see...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We saw a psuedo-Reggae band with some friends here. I would say that this place was well worth the visit. I am rating it only 3 stars for the others in the crowd. Seems like they didn't have their...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
$5 to check a bag at coat check? screw you, gamh.
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Probably my favorite music venue in San Francisco. I've been here a number of times in the last few years and every show I've been to has been a blast to see.GAMH just has this atmosphere that really...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cool music venue tucked in the heart of the Tenderloin. The neighborhood is definitely sketchy, but once inside, you forget about it with the beautiful decor and great stage lighting. They have a full...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A few weeks ago, on 7/11, was my first GAMH experience. It was a triple CD release party with Pollux, the Gun and Doll Show, and Luce. I was primarily there to see Luce, one of my favs (a great local...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best small theaters in the country -- historic, intimate, and sweet sounding.I've seen soooo many great shows here. The bookings have been straying a bit lately, but if you haven't seen a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best small concert venues I've been to. Saw The Weakerthans last night for a great show! We heard about it at the last minute, so we didn't buy our tickets in advance, and we were so...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful venue. Was my dream to perform here until I finally did last week with my band, The Moonlight Orchestra. It must be difficult not to sound great in this place. I Love everything about this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saw the Reverend Horton Heat & Nekromantix last night and had a ball. Bars were good, sound was good, venue is pretty, no issues with tickets--purchased online, easy parking-- probably because...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best medium sized-venue in the city- smaller venues are always nice because of the intimacy. The decor is pretty rad, with chandeliers and a low-level stage so the separation from performers is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Was at another show at the GAMH this past weekend, and this place showed why is an institution in the city. Not only is this place elegantly designed on the inside but the standing room layout...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Small intimate venue, excellent sound, good food, nice, organized personnel. Saw Poco as did steven r and was amazed-they don't miss a beat.
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
To the bartender by the door: Fuck you.My friend was 21 and you came over, asked to see his ID, didn't let him take it out, and then proceeded to take my beer off my hand and kicked us out! What the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't get over to the GAMH as often as I'd like, but when I do, I'm always impressed by the venue and feel about "as home" as one can in a rock/music venue.I went to see Sleepytime Gorilla Museum...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ventilation is an issue here. I'm not claustrophobic at all, but each time I go here it seems like there's limited air circulation. Especially if its a crowded night, it can get a bit swampy/humid and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saw Poco Friday night. You kids have no clue but this band has been around for a LONG time. Jim Messina was also part of the band so added bonus. Great place to see anyone. Sound is wonderful....
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went to UCSF's Red Hot Gala here a couple weeks ago with RIZE the band. The band was fun and the hors d'oeurves were good, but this review is about the venue. This place is sweet. The adornments on...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down the best place to see a show in San Francisco, or possible anywhere. GAMH has been around for over a hundred years and it's highly decorative Victorian style sets the perfect ambiance for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saw China Forbes (of "Pink Martini") here last April and we loved the venue! Very ornate, intimate and acoustics are good. We stayed at the Phoenix Hotel around the corner and walked over. We ate...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm embarrassed to say that after living in city for almost 3 years, I just attended my first show at the Great American a few weeks ago. Definitely one of the best venues in SF to see a show, if not...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty much my favorite venue in the city. The celing and pilars and mirrors are amazing and I love seeing bands play here. Truely a gem in San Francisco and the sound that the little stage puts out...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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Yes, some of the Bay Area's very best local bands got their very big break right at their very stage. What a great San Francisco institution! Don't go away anytime soon.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite venues in the city. It is so ornate inside and has beautifully carved balconies and ceiling. Has a very old school classy feel. The acoustics are great in here as well,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I cannot love this place more, it's so pretty, the sound is great, I ultra love it. You literally step back in time when you walk in this place, the ceiling and the balcony...it's very cool. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GAMH is an intimate venue that doesn't feel claustrophobic. There is space enough on the floor so you can dance like no one's watching but not so much that you feel completely removed from the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Intimate, small venue with all the big gorgeous interiors! I saw michelle branch here. In fact, I went alone cause I won tix at the last minute to her live taping. I pushed myself right up to the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I saw the best sounding, most pleasant show of my life here this weekend. Complaint was that I thought I was going to to be standing to listen to acoustic music because they have really poor...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to my first concert ever here, and I had a pretty great time. I saw St. Vincent and got a front row space because I came a little too early. It was $14, so I couldn't complain. I wanted to sit,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I could give them 12,000 stars because I was so impressed by everyone who works there. I brought a woman who uses a walker to see the great Richie Havens and I cannot begin to tell you how...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite venues to visit in SF! I have seen Cursive there and NOFX. I saw NOFX on my 21st birthday and what a blast that was. The hall is so enchanted-looking (for lack of a better word)....
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ah, Great American Music Hall. My first time here, I played a Battle of the Bands with my band in high school (too bad watching the VHS a few years later made me realize how god-awful we were). I went...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far one of my favorite places to see music in the city. Not only are they the perfect size, not too large where you can't see, but big enough to attract popular band (okay, popular to me...). I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
cute joint for a concert..kinda small, yeah, i know, but the venue does do its job. i got to sit up in the balcony so not too sure how it is on the ground floor. i do love the fact that you can...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great American Music Hall is a smaller venue in San Francisco, and in my opinion, the best one. Though the neighborhood is a little on the rougher side, it is surrounded by some good little...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
FUCK YEAH GAMH you are the shit! Was here last week for the evening reunion show for Murder City Devils. Sound wasn't too great, but I spent the whole first half of the show admiring this wonderful...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is where i will have a costume/wedding party with "The grannies" and "Chow nasty" on stage.Great American is in many ways great.
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not the best neighborhood but a great venue (try not to leave anything in plain sight in your car). Haven't checked out the balcony, but the floor is pretty sweet. It's got a really old classic...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This has to be my favorite venue in the city. The interior is ornate and the space is intimate. I've always had a good experience at the shows here. So far, I've been fortunate enough to find the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
get up close to stage for if seeing acoustic instrumentsbalcony gives good birds eye overviewsmall venue with bands touring throughstreet parking openings can be sparse
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is one of my fave music venues in the city - if not the world.- Its not too big, yet has this amazing grand decor. Everyone I see playing there compliments the surroundings (yes, its even...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place gets a tie with the Fillmore as nicest SF venue. The sound is good, and I've seen a lot of great shows here. I wish the floor was bigger and upstairs had more seating. The upstairs bathroom...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great for being accosted multiple times to and from the venue, being yelled at, being shown up close what a bum's face looks like because they put it there, and for being so close to muni to get out...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a sound system!! It's intimate and if you go up front you're practically at eye level with the performers. I moved back to SF the week of Christmas and my first show was Phil Lesh & Friends (w/...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am a huge fan of this venue and have seen some one-of-a-kind shows here (Tilly and the Wall = amazing). The hall is ornately decorated and sort of small, which leads to great interactions between...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Parking: you feel like your car might be stripped when you get back to it.Venue: cool, has really really really good sound, great bands, and my favorite shows have been here.Seating: Get here early if...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is an interesting little hole in the wall, when I went there weren't too many people there and I discovered a great band as well, it seemed like more of a bar with live music, but maybe I just...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really love this place, despite it's location right smack dab in the Trederloin. Inside this little hole in the wall is a really great hall with a great upstairs, and if you time it just right you...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A few years ago I would have given Great American Music Hall 5 stars. I have seen so many shows here I couldn't count if I tried. My experience on New Years Eve was not great. Maybe my expectations...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this is a great venue and is perfectly titled as being a HALL. It is a little smaller and has an eclectic array of events, I saw a burlesque magic show a while back and it lingers in my mind for the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
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yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I didn't already love you, you and I are going to see the Murder City Devils next month. Oh, GAMH. Remember when I went to see Snapcase and Boy Sets Fire at you and my boyfriend, who I hadn't met...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One more star for more interesting bookings lately. An-ten-nae? sweet.
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Awww, just last week I was commenting to Gregor G. that no one had ever bitched at me through a PM about my reviews...Look at this lovely message I received from Jessica S. titled "you're an idiot":...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was here for the Ingrid Michaelson concert a little while back. We had no trouble finding parking (a few blocks away), no line to get in, no line to get beer.I guess I wasn't prepared to stand for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went last night for the Puma Party. It's a nice venue, a little on the small side but it's nice that there. Old school opera house style. It also gets points for having the AMC parking structure on...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, what a blast from the past! I remember going here on weekday evenings watching some of the Bay Area's great local bands. A lot of them got their very big break right at that stage.Well, it's good...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i like this venue because of the vintage look inside and the balcony where I hung a sick deerhoof banner as well as a gnarly Richard Bitch banner. check out the vid on the link below....
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here once to see one of my favorite bands Over the Rhine, I think I would follow them to the ends of the earth if thats where they wanted to play. The sound was great. Drinks weren't bad...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice. This place is pretty damn awesome. I know, I know- "awesome" is an over used word, but dammit I'm gonna use it! Let's start with the basics: it's dark, but not so dark you can't see where you're...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
probably my favorite place in the city to see shows. i love that it isnt a huge venu so you there isnt a bad seat in the house so to say. the sound is amazing. the last show i saw there was does it...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best shows I've seen was here.M83 is electronica that demands acoustics; the wall of sound is integral to their show. The music couldn't have had a better environment.GAMH has some of the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is like a smaller better sounding version of The Fillmore.
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I saw Joanna Newsom play here 3 nights in a row (I know). The first night had something to do with a fanatic girlfriend of mine and her hip-tacular Berkeley friends dragging me there. After a few...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Definitely a fantastic place to see a show, not my fave in the city. I think the main reason is that the stage is pretty low: it's fantastic if you're right up front, but if you're even halfway back...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great American Music Hall is definitely a smaller, unique space. There are classic balcony seats, gorgeous detailing throughout, and clean bathrooms on the main floor. (Note: Only single/private...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very funky. Very cool. Very much like an old Victorian Whore House. Not that I have been to one...I'm just sayin'.It's one of those scenes that you walk into and think to yourself...Damn, I should...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just got back from the ROCKIN' girl music fest "The Hotel Cafe Tour": http://www.yelp.com/events/san-francisco-the-hotel-cafe-tour-2The venue is cozy, yet maintains an older rustic glamour at the same...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a very cool, unique, moderate-sized place! Great classic-theater design and decor, intimate atmosphere, excellent sound, modest ticket prices, and 2 decent bars.If you get tired of standing...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here to see Diplo and I gave someone a black eye. Watch out for people like me. Otherwise, a pretty sweet venue.
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the Great American Music Hall and it's one of my favorite places for a live show. The venue is stunning and if you need some additional visual stimulation during a performance, there are so...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i have yet to be disappointed by this venue. i have had many-a-good time here...and i don't think that solely revolves around good company nor the amount of whiskey sours consumed. the interior is...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
While this is known more for being a killer concert venue, I/we had our wedding and reception here. I can't say enough good things about our experience with the GAMH. The staff was awesome, the food...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you are looking for that perfectly unique SF venue to hold your wedding, look no further than the GAMH. My husband and I just got hitched here (10/18/08) and we simply cannot have dreamed of a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Last night's Dar Williams concert marked my first time at the Great American Music Hall, and I was pleasantly surprised. I had no expectations of the venue, and I thought it was great -- so did my...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite music house of all time.A week after arriving in CA ten years ago I was bummed.I couldnt eat the food (too different), I couldn't meet anybody (too shy, way too countrified accent) and I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I cannot recommend using the Great American Music Hall enough for a private event. I had my wedding reception here in September 2008 and it was everything I wanted and more. Kim Murphy, the event...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've come here for concerts, Break dance summits, DJ battles, and even my work threw their annual holiday party here!! THIS IS A SF INSTITUTE!! This place is dopeness guaranteed!They even made special...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My first exp here was of the presidents of the USA. It was a crazy moshpit bananza that has had me wanting to come back to this place whenever possible. Such a small and personal venue for the type of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2008
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I went to see one of my all time musical heroes here last night (Peter Hammill). The building itself is lovely, very atmospheric, but the evening was completely spoiled for me for two reasons. One is that the...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
had my first experience here sunday night for jen and iggy's wedding. Wow! I had a great time! so beautiful, so intimate, such a gilded warm feeling inside! I never felt curious to see a show here...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is where the magic happens! Kevin Barnes' favorite venue and mine as well. Beaaaautiful.
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoyed this place. The sound was great and I had a lot of fun. :) I liked the old look of the place.
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times and I think whoever does their booking must be spectacular as they have a lot of great musicians come through. That said, the staff are RUDE. After the concert, their...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best place in the City I've seen live music. Stereophonics almost blew the roof off this place, but thankfully they didn't - cause that roof is gorgeous. Nice wee intimate venue, and they don't...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful architecture, great atmosphere. Best place to see a show in SF. The inside has carved wood which is amazing, and there really isn't a bad seat in the house. Seen a number a bands there...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I realized last night that I've been attending shows at the Great American Music Hall for well over 30 years. Yes the Cheesemonger is old, but he still gets out...3.75 stars Mrs Cheesemonger and I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the premier places in the continental United States to see live music. The staff rocks, drinks are reasonable (hey, its a music venue. If you think they are taxed, then check out the Fillmore...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the architecture of this venue. It looks like shit from the outside (located in Civic Center/Tenderloin area - minus one star) but gorgeous from the inside. I also like the balcony.Anyways, the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i was here for the black rebel motorcycle show, which totally rocked. "no flash photography," said the nice employee by the door. "apparently it's a big deal for the band. but it's a tiny sacrifice...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The staff here is great. Apart from everything else, they really made my experience here enjoyable.. well... except for the part where I realized how much I was paying for drinks.. but whatever. I had...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am old. I'm fine with that. I completely accept it. I like to sit down and watch shows. I don't mind paying a lot of money for a waitress to bring me drinks at my seat - because on a Monday night...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place brings in some really talented bands, and it has a small club feel so you get a really personal experience if you come in early and stand up front. You can often bring your camera in which...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
An unoffensive opening act while enjoying drinks and dinner on the upper floor. The dinner wasn't anything to write home about, but it definitely hit the spot and wasn't overly priced. How can you...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the first time i came here, i instantly fell in love. you could feel the history within those walls, of past performances and scathingly good scandals, it was like stepping back in time. the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I went to see one of my favorite bands play at this venue on August 15th. I've been here a few times to watch other bands and up until this evening, it's been thoroughly enjoyable. Here's the deal:...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one great venue!Was there yesterday night, and oh what a room! I loved it! And the concert was great... :)It loses one star due to the location.
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The GAMH spoils you. It spoils you because you see what IS possible in a mid-sized music venue that can pull in top acts. It IS possible to have a gorgeous interior, friendly staff, AND a very good...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
for some reason, i don't end up at shows here much. the last one was grinderman in 2007. before that it had been like, 3 years when i saw the chameleons play...which, by the way, was one of the best...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
amazing venue with a rich history. i'd give it five stars except it needs some renovating -- especially the ventilation system. that aside, fantastic venue!
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The vibe is irreplaceable...With that said, they need to implement updates. Such as, better air ventilation, bathroom upgrades and an overall a brighter newer feel!Some legends have passed through...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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Wow, what a blast from the past! I remember going here on weekday evenings when I was barely legal and watching local great Chris Isaak, amongst many. It's good to know that the institution is still there, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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The best venue in the city. From the aesthetics to the sound I just love this place. I've probably seen about 15 shows at GAMH and each time I've enjoyed myself. The one thing I have noticed is that many...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been here twice, and both times to see Dredg. Buy your tickets early so you don't miss out. Oh, and I must of been one of the few people not stoned at that concert, seemed like everyone was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, growing up in the bay area was awesome for some many reasons, but an excellent music scene is not to be overlooked. SF has so many venues, and there is a good show every night somewhere in the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Is the Great American under new management? After seeing shows here for years, people are finally allowed use the tables in the "fire lanes" on either side of the floor that have always been...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. What a gem. Despite its beat down exterior, the inside of it was glowing with majestic detailing! I felt like we were in some forgotten opera house. We saw Breakestra here last Saturday and I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard so many great things about this place that all I really needed was an excuse to show up. So when Todd Rundgren appeared on the calendar, I thought a bit of nostalgia in a place like this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Not bad.
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GAMH is my favorite venue for live shows. The architecture is beautiful on the inside, which makes for a nice and welcome change after walking through the Tenderloin to get to the place. The venue is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best venue in the city.From the aesthetics to the sound I just love this place. I've probably seen about 15 shows at GAMH and each time I've enjoyed myself. The one thing I have noticed is that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Polar f'ing opposite of Slims. I went to GAMH to see Buckethead, both the venue and Buckethead blew me away. I arrived after doors opened, got in within a minute. Stood toward the back and still had...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the finest music venues I've ever been to in my whole life. Beautiful, rich decor. Gorgeous woodwork and columns inside. Smaller-size, with an intimate feel. And a balcony. Plus,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the first shows I went to in college (and one of the best!). I saw Tegan and Sara, Minipop, and Communique here. It's a cozy venue; about the size of The Independent and the Fillmore, but I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite venues in San Francisco. It's less expensive than larger halls but has a good mix of unheard-of and popular performers. The bar is fully stocked and the service has been...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going here since I was a teenybopper and I love this place for concerts!!!!!!!! When I was little I used to awe at their architecture :P But now I'm too busy at the bar, hah! I've seen...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great sound! great architecture! great bands! overall GREAT VENUE!gamh is a fabulous venue. it's location wouldn't quite suggest that it was as great as it is, ohhhhh but don't be fooled by the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For the size of the place, the sound system definitely impressed me. They had my beer, they had a cocktail waitress, but they DIDN'T have comfortable seats. Oh GOD that was painful.I have a bad back,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The GAMH is my favorite place in The City to see a show -- it's small and intimate, gorgeously restored inside, and the acoustics are magnificent. In general, people come out to a show here only if...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good place to catch a show. Nasty neighborhood. Decent acoustics. Is it St Andrews Hall Detroit? no but it gets by.St Andrews Hallhttp://www.yelp.com/biz/st-andrews-hall-detroit
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
M83 will just make my hips fall right off. To witness music thats put me in such a good mood through road trips, evening drunkins and the occasional dance party, blew my mind. A small venue with a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a GREAT place to see a show. The inside is beautiful and intimate, you really feel up close to the performers. When you look around inside the interior is intricate and will keep your eyes...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Chalk this one up as another of the top-tier SF music venues. Historic, restored building with red lighting and fixtures that redefine the word "ornate". But authentically 1907 or not, I find the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
hands down my favorite place to see a show in the city. beautiful venue, not too big or small, great acoustics and they do a great job booking a variety of bands.
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GAMH is awesome, with its shiny gold ceilings. i've seen tons of shows here, and it's one of my favorite places to see live music. the area is pretty easy to get to, and it's got a low-key feel to it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I do love this place for the nostalgia, and beauty. And if you go to a low key sit down concert its great. I've gone a few times and been able to get a table up front and really enjoy a favorite band...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gorgeous venue with all the ornate plaster on the walls & ceiling. Apparently this place used to be a brothel, which certainly adds to the appeal. The sound is good, the lighting is good, not too big,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A classic San Franciscan music venue this large space houses everything from LA Rappers (Busdriver) to Whole Foods Holiday Parties. A must for anyone who loves to see live music, the drinks were...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A love old buildings with a lot of detail. I wish I could go back in time to see how people came up with such beautiful structure. Why do we love those glossy, sleak chrome blank walls now? It's...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a VERY COOL venue. The inside reminds me of an old opera house converted to a who knows what. I came here with a group of friends for a Dredg concert and I was very surprised at how small it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So I have this fun habit of getting really anxious and awful feeling at shows sometimes. It happens to me WITHOUT FAIL at Mezzanine...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Great American Music Hall is where I've seen some of my favorite shows. Last time I went, I saw Mirah and The Blow perform here. Even though The Blow turned out to be one girl who was wayyyyy...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great venue for live shows. The parking is not too bad in terms of availability. The area is sketchy though, so don't leave anything valuable in the car.Anyways, the venue looks nice...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For some reason, this reminds me of some place in NYC. Definitely one of my favourite venues in SF. The crowd is thankfully not the kind that you'd see at the larger venues. Not too big, not too...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place has such an ambiance and gorgeous architecture throughout it. i love that they offer a good menu selection, it always comes in handy if you've rushed their to see a show and are starving,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite places to see a show (and there are a lot of venues to choose from in this city)! It has tons of character and the size of this place is just right. Ticket prices are...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A beautiful venue, a nice menu, great staff. I have only seen 3 shows here but that's probably because I have a preference for the Fillmore. I am coming around to really liking GAMH though.The one...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great venue.. especially when the upstairs is open.. good acts.. gotta love the tenderloin, and you can't smoke cigarettes inside, but who would want to smoke cigarettes?
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Saw Rosie Thomas here last night. Great acoustics for small shows. Intimate, great lighting, friendly crowd. Lots of seating upstairs on the balcony and downstairs on the floor. Guess it just depends...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
probably my favorite venue in san francisco. i've been here... countless times so i don't really know where to start. great intimate venue. ornate decor. beautiful acoustics. good food. great staff....
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ah, the last show of my road trip...never been to a show here (and I've been hitting up shows in SF since probably 1996)...it was surprisingly small and had a nice ambiance. I was able to squish way...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Over the years I've seen some great shows here, everything from Tuvan Throat singers to Rufus Wainwright. On the right side of this page I see a bunch of people talking shit on the sound, but I've...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very classy and beautiful venue!! Perfect size!!Wish I went to more concerts there!!Best time was when he took me there to see Goapele!!Great American Music Hall is GREAT!
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i used to go to shows here all the time, and just recently have i had the oppurtunity to go back (Buckethead, also to support friend/roommate joe's band, Hot Challenge), and i really wished that more...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think the old sign outside this venue, is reason enough to make you want to check it out.I love this type of venue. It's not too big and not too small. And don't get me wrong, I love cramped up...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Great American. It's one of my favorite venues, definitely top 5. Awesome acts play here all the time, but be warned: bigger shows sell out frequently. If you don't buy your ticket in advance,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Great American Music Hall,You are beautiful. Inside and out. I love your dark walls, your intricate period details, your drinks, and especially the music acts you get.-1 star for the iffy sound...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is such a beautiful venue that I actually called them about having my wedding here. They weren't so into the idea, but that's ok. I love them anyway. Small, intimate, great sound quality and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
everyone loves this place. well, besides stevie d and adam w, that is. so why do i need to yelp it? what useful information do i have that will help fellow yelpers in their journeys? nothing. but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best music venue in town. Period.I love it so much I moved down the street, just to be near.
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great live music venue. If you can see a band you dig here you are lucky. It is small and classic and I do not think there is a bad seat in the house.
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite place to see live music in hell, maybe the whole state if not further. Intimate, old, great sound, 2 bars, proper mezzanine. This is the spot.
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Yelp,Out of all of the major venues in SF, GAMH is my favorite. They consistently book solid acts, usually for less than twenty bucks, and it's centrally located in the wonderful Tenderloin....
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The venue is has a convenient location. It is by far the easiest venue to get to of its caliber (wait, except maybe Warfield). Some of the most amazing shows I have ever been to took place inside the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
black heart procession at the great american music hall was one of my all time favorite concerts. the mood of the music fit nicely with the dark baroque interiors and the acoustics were impeccable for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
BEAUTIFUL venue, I was just here all last weekend for the SF Edwardian Ball and had a great time. I do wish they had more seating but it is rather small and I'm sure they need to make the most of it....
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OK, so I love the Great American Music Hall. Yes, I do....I mean is there any other venue in the city that speaks as clearly to the inner baby boomer in all of us...well at least all of us with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite venues. Gorgeous building, great sound, amazing bands. There are a few spots that make it really hard to see the stage, but for the most part, it doesn't really matter where you...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely top list place to catch live shows! The atmosphere is so intimate, you feel as though you are on stage with the band... Okay, maybe that can only truly be felt at Cafe du Nord... but still....
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I was a DJ at KALX I used to get free tickets to this place all the time. I wouldn't think twice about seeing a show here. I kind of got used to it as a venue. I came here last night after having...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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Seen a few shows here! Great sounds, Great Atmosphere, Great Shows! Suggest it for anybody who wants to see a good show!
citysearch.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to see live music and the annual skate awards! I have seen awesome bands here over the years, but as of late there seems to be less rock and more obscure stuff. As long as people are...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was here for the first time for a private party sponsored by my friend's company. They had an open bar from 7-10 and I definitely took full advantage of that. The staff (which there was a lot of)...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saw Sara Bareilles here a few months back. We got the special pass thing that came with the dinner. Not too bad for however much I paid since it came with dinner and a seat on the balcony. I wanted...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Can this place's character absorb one more "intimate" description? Really, it's beginning to feel adjectivally claustrophobic on these pages.I like walking into the Great American's generous, yet...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The place seems much bigger on the inside than outside - yet the GA floor can be basement-club-intimate due to beautiful stage design and no shortage of state of the art electronics.The venue treats...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Truly a rare jewel in San Francisco. The old time decadence of the decor is a perfect complement to live music. I need more reasons to come back, I haven't seen a better venue in the city with the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Great American Music Hall was once my favorite place to see a show in SF, it had no equal. It had everything, and was a beautiful building, Heck I even met Tom Waits out in front one time! ......
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My absolute favorite place to see a band in SF. It's gorgeous and if you can get a seat in the balcony, you're pretty much guaranteed a great view. They book great bands and they don't have crazy...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I loooooove this venue. It's absolutely beautiful! Yes, the area is seedy, but who am I to talk? I live RIGHT across the street! It's always nice to walk home from work and see your favorite rapper or...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Great American is arguably the best music venue in the city of San Francisco. I know it's a gutsy statement, but for me, one can't go wrong with: affordable tickets to great shows, an intimate...
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love San Francisco history. I love reading about the Gold Rush and the Barbary Coast days. I'm fascinated by any place that is part of that history. The Great American Music Hall is one of these...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
think of this place as a more intimate cozy fillmore.
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have seen shows here for several years and I think it's great. I went to a Holiday Party there and it was really amazing. It is a great space to hold a party - fun to be in there on "semi" free...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far one of the best live music venues in SF.I know live music, as I've been a live music aficionado in SF for many years. I've probably been to GAMH over 15 times.This place kicks ass and SF...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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I went there for a great LIVE jazz show. This of course was a special event (considering the Open-Bar). The staff is cool, the drinks are refreshing, and the upstairs viewing area allows me to see the bands...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My first time at the GAMH. We sent to see the Rubinoos (Berkeley natives and the most rocking bubblegum band of all time) and Jonathan Richman, another important figure from my misspent youth. Anyhow,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was actually larger than I expected. I went there for a great LIVE jazz show. This of course was a special event (considering the Open-Bar). It was a bit annoying waiting in line but...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Few Venue's inspire me to see music, I don't need any help. If i'm on the fence about a band and its at the Great American Music Hall then there is no question, i'm there. I love how you can always...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love GAMH! it's close to my house. great bands play. there are strong drinks. lots of seating. it's the right size venue, so you can still see the band from behind. it did get warm in there, but the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't seen a show here yet, but shortly I will. Regardless I love their sing and the architecture of the building, plus Elvis Costello played here the other day which is pretty damn cool
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Truly a 5 star venue.The sound is fantastic every time I have been here. The staff has always been friendly, and theres not a bad seat in the house. The decor is epic and I always feel like I'm in a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Let's be real here for a minute: There are a lot of two-bit halfway decent just okay music halls in this fine land. How refreshing then is it that San Francisco is lucky enough to have a Great one.I...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dunno what's so Great or American about this music hall, but I DID see a DAMN GOOD show here recently led by Marcus Shelby performing with his "sumptuously swinging orchestra." Shelby, "an elegant...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been backstage like three times!
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Bought overpriced tickets to see Bright Eyes here (I heart Conor) and they were worth every penny. This was the first time I had ever been there, heard good things though. It's an old building...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm fortunate to see some of my favorite bands up close at this venue. The staff is cool, the drinks are refreshing, and the upstairs viewing area allows me to see the bands comfortably. The crimson...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I saw a show here and liked the decor but wasn't too impressed by the sound as well as the total feeling of the place. The area is just so sketchy around that part of the city. I do want to go back...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Along with Cafe du Nord, the Great American Music Hall ranks as one of my favorite music venues.My husband and I are cheap skates, but we save up for special concerts and we save up so that we can...
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review writes from the perspective of the three types of people present at last night's show...--(On The Ebb and Flow...)PrepubeGirl: OMG, Tina, it's this band's LAST show EVER! He's good on that...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You'd be surprised! This cute little venue is the perfect place to go for an intimate setting with your favorite band or musician. The burgers are pretty good, too.
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We just got married at the Hall, and it was the most phenomenal experience. The interior is so gorgeous that a wedding needs very little decoration. The co-ordinators at the hall, Kim and Keron,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Doesn't look like much on the outside, but it has nice, elegant interior. If you're sitting upstairs, make sure to come early so that you can actually see the stage. On the upper level, only the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great venue for some intimate rock concerts.My first experience there was to see Gina Gershon rocking out on tour to promote her recent wrap of her film Prey for Rock and Roll.Despite my terrible...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this place. Back in the day (when I was in high school and totally limber), I used to stand down on the floor in front of the stage and get tossed around a little bit. I'd look up at all...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent venue. I've seen a variety of bands here, most recently Limbeck and the Format, who btw ROCKED IT. The venue itself is absolutely amazing, aesthetically and acoustically, and it's one of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i f-in love this place. the inside is absolutely beautiful, so ornate, has great acoustics, a wrap around balcony for the birdseye view, and some good stiff drinks. and they have stella and pbr, for...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am really upset with myself. It has been waaay too long since I have been to this place. Great venue. I remember back in the day when I was in high school in the cuts of the East Bay, I would make...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
um. HOW COOL is this venue?i went to my first show here just a couple of months ago (for Sara Bareilles, Raining Jane, and John McLaughlin). They're kick-ass, check em out. I was blown away by this...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful inside. The perfect size and place to see a show.
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place brings me nothing but regret (accompanied by dreamy accoustics). You were Midlake center stage, a balding front man slight of build and rich with hair. This night would have been perfect if...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just saw my first show @ GAMH when my boyfriend and I visited my bro in SF 09/2007. My bro's place is a hop,skip, & jump away (from the junkies) to this place. He told me & my boyfriend"Just put...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love the GAMH - it's another place that makes you feel like you're going back in time. The decor is ornate and old fashioned and the stage is very intimate.The two best shows I ever saw here were...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hallowed ground for Rock N' Roll. My favorite small/mid-sized venue in the world. Fabulous sound, great sight lines, ornate Victorian frescoes and gold-painted trim. Best cheesy wood-paneled...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Go see a concert here.Just saw The Frames last night. I would have paid 25 bucks on Craigslist for tickets but one nice lady gave me a ticket out front for free, and another guy sold me a ticket for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gorgeous; can't imagine not giving this location 5 stars. A real unique gem for a live music venue, my other two favorites being the Red Devil Lounge (Polk) and Cafe Du Nord (Market) -- but this is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Saw my first concert here last week and had an awesome time. What a GREAT venue!! The inside is really cool and the concert I went to wasn't so crowded that you felt packed in like sardines. I'm short...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great venue! Find an excuse to go here. It feels all old school and important, large enough to host concerts but small enough to feel somewhat intimate.
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for a private party (so I guess one can rent it). It's funny how venues of a certain era (every era) in SF have a certain look: the Fillmore, old movie theaters . . . . It's an ornate...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is hands down my favorite place to see newish bands. We saw Sufjan Stevens and Arcade Fire there before they both got too big for their musical britches. Oh the memories! It was the perfect...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great venue. I call it "The Poor Man's" Fillmore. Good size, great sound, non-pop booking. Great hall.
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My band just played here a couple of weeks ago and it was an incredible experience. Great sound, great staff, a great place to see or hear music. I'd highly recommend this place to anybody that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GAMH rules. I love live music and this is one of my favorite venues. One of my favorite things about GAMH are the rumors about its history. According to legend, the GAMH used to be a brothel and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is beaUTIFul. the hall is so open and ornate, the second floor and such and elegant place to hang out and watch the fancy people go by... tonight's animal masquerade was the perfect people...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been to GAMH to several shows, since I lived across the street for a year. It's really charming, just like all the other reviewers have mentioned. The atmosphere is great! I do wish there was a little...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was my favorite place to play with my last band. We were treated like royalty man and served all the imported and domestic beer and water we wanted. Plates of meats and cheeses and those little...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just got back from my first time visiting the Great American Music Hall after seeing a great show by The Rentals. I've been to many similarly sized venues on the East Coast, but none of them have...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I saw Minus the Bear here about two months ago.Doors were at 8, and we arrived at about 10 since we weren't too enthused about the opening acts. Had zero problems getting in and we even managed to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow I am surprised to find I loved this place... Just saw The Rentals live there last night (on their reunion tour).I am usually averse to larger venues, and I just assumed GAMH would be huge based on...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is by far the most beautiful venue i've been to so far in San Francisco. it's predominately standing on the main floor, but if you get their early you can grab a seat on the balcony and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gorgeous old sort of decadent environment and good live bands (Rasputina played there recently). I liked the service and the beers on tap are ok. The crowd usually reminds me somewhat to the people...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This hall is like an old record player. It reveals its years elegantly, creates the perfect atmosphere, and at the end of the night the sound is grand. Stopped by here on St. Patty's Day to see an...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
upstairs seating or downstairs standing throw in some alcohol and beers, sarah is a happy girl. good view from all areas. saw Bright eyes there, don't you want to put Conor Oberst in your pocket and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic sound and lighting schemes coupled wtih a beautiful victorian era ball room styling make this one of the coolest atmospheres to catch a show. I saw the Appleseed Cast and Minus The Bear here...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Hint. Hint.
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to see Rasputina last night. OMG, it was awesome. The show was incredible and I think that was partly due to the intimacy of the venue. It was absolutely beautiful. The door guy was super nice...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best venue to see a live show at in sf.. there is just something about this place. its got a touch of class and style that sets it a part.
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a venue worth speaking about indeed! Many memories arise when thinking about this noble battleground. But one memory resonated within my weathered bones most of all. It was a cold night. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands-down my favorite SF rock venue. Just read everyone else's comments before me. The room/building is beautiful, most any band sounds fantastic in their room (far far better than Slim's or even the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
among the sf concert venues it definitely wins the prize for best interior architecture. gotta love old theaters like that. the crowds for the shows i've seen -- the hold steady (twice!), waifs/paul...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Intimate setting. Historic concert hall in San Francisco. Excellent performance by Karen Ann and her band. If you've avoided concerts because they were too crowed or expensive, think again! We found a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A very special place indeed. Lots of history. Good shows. It's like the diamond in the rough of the Tenderloin.
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for a party and it was insane. Such a cool venue!!! Of course, it's legendary, it speaks for itself, but really if you've never been you MUST.
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wonderful. oh and they have 2 sets of restrooms which is always awesome.
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
ornate decoration that makes you feel like you are jesters praying at the altar of the kingfull sound that washes down on your ears like rosy velveti just wish they were a little nicer at the door.i...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is my all time favorite venue in the city. it reminds me of a mini-fillmore. i've been here a ton that i can count on 2, maybe 3 hands. the bookings are a good mix. i've seen smokey & miho,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i am so in love with this place. i love the giant modern speakers hanging where crystal chandeliers should be-- the juxtaposition of classic and modern is delightful. the staff are super friendly....
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
what a classic place! Saw Five For Fighting and Mozella Here! outside was a bit scary, though! you never know who you might bump into... be careful!
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Great American Music Hall is a great spot to catch your favorite band (if they're playing). The floors aren't as slippery as you would think. There's plenty of room to see the musicians and the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to GAMH last night to see Devil Makes Three, and I had a pretty good time. Like any red-blooded bluegrass fan, I enjoy whiskey, and had decided that the best way to transport my Jack was in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've seen some of the best shows of my life here and always have a good ole time. Same-ish set up as the Fillmore but about half the size. I like the upstairs area too. The best time I've had here...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food here rocks! So do the bands that perform here. But the food i was surprised by....not bad, not bad. After a few beers head up stairs and order some greasy garlic fries and fried calamari...i...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place for a concert. I saw sleepytime here not too long ago. Friendly staff, good drinks!! :) I didn't eat while I was there, But I saw the food being served, and it looked good at...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I saw a show here about 3 weekends ago and the act sucked. There is a very, very fine line between innovative, "out-of-the-box" musician and talentless white-boy rapper. Anyways, I think this show...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
While I was waiting in line to see Voxtrot yesterday this homeless man came up to me and my 2 male friends, asked which one of them I "belonged" to, and proceeded to lecture them on why men should...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Kick Ass.There are now officially more amazing venues in San Francisco than I can shake a stick at. I thought the Fillmore and Bimbo's were amazing enough, but this place takes the cake. I love the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This venue is amazing. I saw Jem here a few years ago and it was my first introduction to the GAMH. It was packed, but the crowd was awesome. The sound was fantastic and it travels very well...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Never really came here to watch music, but I used to play here often enough. When times were good we'd sell out 3 nights straight. So here's the drummer's take - the place needs more bathrooms. More...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great American, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways:1. You get some great acts, both big names and some unknowns. 2. Fantastic decor.3. You are within walking distance from my house.4. You have...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great music. Beautiful venue. Food availability. Stand and groove or sit and hulk. It's always a win-win situation.
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome live music. Hit it Up!
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
very possibly my favorite live music venue in sf! i've loved every show i've seen here. if you get there early, you can grab a seat on the top floor balcony, but you can pretty much see the stage...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this venue. The staff is friendly, the building is beautiful and food is tasty. I have been to numerous shows here and have never been disappointed.
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We recently had an event there and the staff worked really hard to make it a special evening for us. Their new chef is also very good and a nice guy.
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My second favorite "larger" venue. Oh the memories and the times I've fallen in love here. It's a beautiful venue teeming with history.If you're lucky you might see a real life COPS episode outside....
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I can honestly say this is one of my favorite if not my favorite venue in the bay area. The building is beautiful and has an amazing history that i won't get into now but you can read about on there...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE THE GAMH!!! So beatuiful, great sound, and every one of my favorite bands has played there sometime in the last 5 years...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've seen tons of shows here. Good sound, great acoustics. The building is beautiful. Intimate for the size, but big enough for a good-size crowd.
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite mid-sized venue in the city. There are a lot of things that brought me to this point, and I am going to share them with you and let you decide if they are the same things you look...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It has taken me this long to write this review, because I'm still trying to shake away the image of Lauryn Hill a year ago screeching into a microphone, while the frustrated crowd yelled at her for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really do LOVE the GAMH. Its so fancy inside and yet so chill. The decor is unmatched and the staff are all friendly. You can puff reefers no problemo in there at shows. It is truly a intimate...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
it ain't the fillmore but still a great little venue. -it's pretty -it's intimate-the show last night was TRULY AWESOME. they get good acts for sure. _ the bartenders could be cooler. _ the drinks...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I loved this venue for its intimacy. The structure detail is also interesting. The seats and tables are not an icon of comfort and the restroom situation could be greatly improved (and expanded),...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Been there twice, nothing really significant about the venue. The Fillmore I think is still better in terms of the vibe. Feels a little dark and gloom, notthing fancy about it, except the pilars. Oh...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Didn't strike my fancy much at all. It's unassuming and small, which is nice, but the layout is a bit weird for me. I'm going again next weekend so maybe my opinion will change.Update: This experience...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
SIX STARS.I'm sure I'm not allowed to do that, but I just did. Go ahead... revoke my Yelp membership. This place is a (I was going to say "local") NATIONAL treasure. Simply one of the most beautiful...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My second favorite venue (after the Fillmore). I've seen some great shows here and always have a blast. FYI, when you get in, go upstairs to get a beer. The upstairs bar is usually pretty quiet....
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What's better than seeing Badly Drawn Boy, Karl Denson, Railroad Earth or any one of the fantastic artists that the GAMH consistently brings to San Francisco? NOTHING...Bar none, great venue....
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I saw Brandi Carlile here a few nights ago and was surprised at how cool the GAMH is. It's small enough to be somewhat intimate, and the despite the sketchy neighborhood it's in, this place is real...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's many great venues in SF, and though I haven't been to this one nearly as much as to the Fillmore or the Warfield, I like this one the best. This is not about the artists that play here -- the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Volle Punktzahl! Habe am WE Badly Drawn Boy gesehen und war begeistert. Es hat fast Opernhausflair mit Empore und verschnoerkeltem Stuck. Daher eher geeignet fuer relaxtere musik. War ich also...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had so much fun last year at Great American Music Hall.I was with my girlfriend and we saw Andrew Bird he's great!If you enjoy music and lay back people you will love it.
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the GAMH, I really do, and I really want to say like everyone else "Greatest music venue in the city", but, alas, I can't. Why?Men's bathroom. I know what you're thinking "Um, Kristine, you're...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
gamh how i love thee. thy junipero gin gimlets were $6.the lilting danish experimental music combined with blasts of light and color behind had me convinced I was hallucinating.or perhaps it was the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
How to be an almost perfect music venue....in 5 easy steps.1) Be in what people may call "the shady part of town". This way people might not want to see a show there, leaving more tickets for you. Be...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of the prettiest venues in SF, hands down.
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
WOW.Gorgeous and stunning venue. Great acoustic. Birds-eye and balcony-side seating available on the 2nd floor. There is no better venue to see a band. There is not better way to experience old San...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place will make you feel classy. Tables, table service, fancy ceiling. I hate standing up at shows. And if you don't want to awkwardly stare at the band, you can look around and be surprised...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I saw Billy Bragg play an amazing two hour acoustic set at the GAMH this past October.Surprisingly, this was my first concert at the GAMH.I have to say, I was so blown away by how awesome Billy was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite venue to watch live music in san francisco. It's so beautiful inside with their chandeliers that look like bunches of glowing grapes hanging from the ceiling and opera house like...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I would have to say that this is the best venue that I have attended in San Francisco, possibly anywhere. It holds roughly 600, the sound is excellent, and all of the staff members are generally...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
By far my favorite venue in SF!! Great sound, great decor, great staff, great bands. One of the best musical moments of my life: Being in the green room downstairs at 13 years old as the Mother...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There's nothing I can say that others haven't said. This is the most beautiful and best venue in the city.They have food for those that are hungry. They have a great record of keeping bands on time....
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah, this is a great place to see a show, and Sebadoh last night was great. But I am giving them 5 stars for how cool the front door/ticket taker/bouncer people were for me last night. Ya see,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best mid-sized venue to see live music in SF. Key points:Beautiful facility. Elegant, turn of the century style opera house that's been well kept. The stage isn't too high, so when you're up...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been here and it was for greg graffin back last year. The actual inside of the building is really nice and it's a relatively small place. There's an upper level, the lower level has tables...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great American Music Hall is a great venue to see any performance. The sound is great, the atmosphere is great, and the bar aint too bad. Parking is easy, just park where the AMC theater is. If...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GAMH is great. the venue is beautiful and the performers they bring (sleater-kinney although now defunct but brilliant), feist, etc etc are excellent. they also have annual events like the edwardian...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
FINE FOOD, GAMBLING AND FAST WOMENThree things that we don't have enough of in this city. But back in the '30's the GAMH had it all and as well as the amazing classical french interior. This is one of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After living in SF for 15 years, I finally took the opportunity to go see a couple of live acts at the Great American Music Hall last night. Our online tickets were handled quickly by the box office....
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is pretty much the best mid-sized place in the city to hear live music. Great sound and space and if you are getting old like me and like to sit down at shows these days (standing, shoving and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very cozy and nostalgic or old fashion. The Glen Philips show on the 9th was sold out 15 mins before we arrived. After the first act, they typically see how full the venue is and open up tickets....
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just can't help giving this venue a high rating because I love music, but I love that the venue is not too large and the sound that radiates from the acoustics is fantastic. Second of all its such...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In terms of what really matters about the Great American Music Hall, I would give it 5 stars. The acoustics are fantastic, the vaulted ceilings and dark wood carved walls add a spooky and specific...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great place to see a show. The inside is really detailed and shaped well to see the stage. I was never too hot or cold during the show and was able to navigate well enough.The second level...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GAMH will always hold a special place in my heart for being the first venue I saw a show at upon moving to SF last summer (The Waifs, fantastic). The ambiance is just fabulous and while I still wish...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The baby Fillmore. I love this place. Shows here are so much fun. Small enough to feel intimate with enough balcony/standing room space to chill out. I saw Deerhoof here last night and the sound was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to see a show. A good size and a beautiful interior. I'm giving it 5 stars,even though I'm not impressed with the bar drinks. Why can't concert venues serve quality drinks?
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love going to shows at the Great American Music Hall. Maybe its because I associate the Hall with the '90s band from SF, American Music Club. Or maybe its that everytime I go to a show here I feel...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the Edwardian Ball, and it's the most ideal place to host that event; the Music Hall is a large venue with dancefloor, balconies, stage, bars, and the decor was ideal for that period -...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to see a show! AND you never have a hang over the next morning!Mainly because the drinks are so bad I usually stick to water. Usually. Well. Sometimes.Get dinner at Olive before hand.
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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This is a very good place for live shows. I saw Joanna Newsom there and it was a great show. Very mixed crowd but everyone that came with us and everyone at the show seemed to have a really good time.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is by far one of my favorite venues in the city and I go to a lot, A LOT of concerts. I've seen some of the best shows here: Blur, Joanna Newsom, Cat Power, The Walkmen, Arcade Fire. It's one of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Used to be better - before Slims owners bought it. The bands they booked were more interesting then. Now I hardly go there, but love the space...Check out the marijuana in the mural on the balcony...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is my favorite place in sf to see a show...at least for now. great atmosphere...great sound...usually great acts. also near some great bars to grab a drink before and after. grab some indian...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GAMH is an awesome venue to see a show. I went to a "private party" there . . . although it was being advertised on both myspace and the band's website telling folks who to contact to get put on the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Such a GREAT venue. So beautiful and the talent that comes through here is awesome. Minus one star for the punk door guy who wouldn't stamp me on NYE and embarassed me for a good 2-3 minutes by...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to GAMH for the 1st time today- this is a great venue for an intimate show.Once inside it's comfortable yet pretty, reminds me of an old school theater in Buenos Aires where my parents and I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
a great place for a concert!the sound doesnt really echo inside and you can defintely get a great view from every area inside. also, there is a upstairs with a bar so you can relax, have fun and enjoy...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite venue in SF. Awesome atmosphere. Cool lighting. Like the Fillmore but more intimate. I think the Great American books consistently good bands. Plus you get to interact with the crazy...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great venue! Good sound. Beautiful. Bar staff is quick even when it's crazy busy... I'm always super excited when I get to see a show here!!!
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is absolutely beautiful and great acts come through here. However - my most recent venture to this place made me realize the venue's greatest downfall: there's nowhere to sit! Granted, I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Quite possibly the best live music venue in the city. The sound at the GAMH is excellent. The crowd varies greatly from night to night. The drinks are made well and all of the staff is very friendly....
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Like the other yelpers have already documented here, this is a super intimate place to see your favorite acts. Think of it as a miniature Fillmore in terms of layout with an open floor (with seats...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Great American Music Hall hasn't let me down once when it comes to enjoyable and intimate shows. The feel is elegant and welcoming. I will never forget how thoughtful the workers are. I was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last time I was in this venue I was blacked out on too much tequila, so I sorta missed the whole Dinosaur Jr. revival tour which is depressing, cause DJ reminds me of love at at 15. This is by far my...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
absolutely gorgeous. beautiful. my sister wanted to have her wedding here...except for the 10,000 dollar price tag to rent the place out. i've seen a couple of shows here. no seat is a bad seat....
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is sick. SICK sick. upstairs, downstairs, who cares, there are bars everywhere. and it may be a concert hall, but it isn't dirty or anything. the upstairs bartender is the bomb and is cute...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Five star for the GAMH? I know its cliche, but this really is one of the best venues I've ever been to. In my book, only the dearly departed Wetlands in NYC ranks higher. The Fillmore might have...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is definitely one of my favorite places in the city to see live music (sorta tied with Cafe Du Nord). Recently, I caught the band Beirut from New York there, and in the middle of the show the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since moving to SF I've had the privilege of coming here twice, once to see Cat Power and then again last night for a private party. The venue is a good medium-sized venue in what I would consider a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i love the houseless guy who lives outside of gamh, he has a fold-up bed and a boombox, builds a fort-house every day... i'm glad that the gamh lets him live there, because he has such a nice setup...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Despite the fact that it is in a crap neighbourhood and there is a strip club next door, it is a great place to see music, and they always book a lot of great bands. Parking isn't too bad either...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I initially visited GAMH last Tuesday for the Mates of State concert--surprising, considering that I've been attending concerts in SF since my high school days. I went with a friend who swears by...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saw my first punk show here a couple weeks after I moved to San Francisco. Great venue, not too small, not overwhelming. Down the street from Mel's so you can get a bite to eat before or after the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite medium-to-big place in SF. A classic ballroom, good sound, good bands.
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love, I love, I love. So pretty inside, good shows, not too many people. they even have fairly decent food for a venue. fries and all that. What else is there to say?
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My second favorite SF venue. I'm a sucker for the plush curtains, newbie music acts and old city charm. They have a fun selection of drinks and if you're lucky enough to get one of the mini-tables on...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down, one of my favorite venues in the city!This place is absolutely beautiful. The acoustics are great and the vibe is mellow. It's 18 and over which is good for the young'ins. The staff has...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I like the sound system at Bimbo's better, but the vibe in this hall is great and acoustics ain't bad either. Seen a few shows here, even fairly big name acts like Blur who did a promo gig and the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a huge fan of GAMH. They have great sound and you can see from pretty much any spot in the house. The bar is in a funky location, but I never seem to have problems finding a nice refreshing...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
From my very first show ever in California 11 years ago (Maceo Parker) I've been hooked on GAMH. It's absolutely the perfect venue to hear music in San Francisco. Unfortunately the more popular...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
An absolutely beautiful music venue. I have been meaning to write a review after seeing The National play there about a week ago.It's not just the gorgeous interior that makes this place so...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
one of the best live venues in the city. the low stage, easy access to the bar. the only problem is that not a lot of Great Bands play here.
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome venue. Its so cool and intimate. the only reason it doesnt get 5 stars is because we couldnt get round of beers for our group as to buy a round of beers each member of the group had to be at...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
wow, what a beautiful venue!! i got to the BDB show yesterday after the opening act went on, so it was all dark inside. in b/t the opener and BDB, the lights went on, and i was able to appreciate...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's true that this is one of the best places to see bands in San Francisco. There's very little I can add to all of the raves giving you the good news...it's just a great venue.So here are the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to see live music with bars on both sides of the floor and even more bars upstairs. Went here to see the Guitar Center DJ Spin Off and it provided a great venue to see artists, both on...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is an impressive venue. Pick a date on the schedule and go! Wonder around this two story hall and discover all of the beautiful viewing angles. You and your friends can call this place home when...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great venue. Surrounding area is ok, and you can usually park up on Van Ness. We saw the infamous Ian Brown show here which was great, also TMBG, and more recently The Rentals. The sound is generally...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best place in the city to see performances.Rocks
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There was a time I'd have reserved one star for the sketchiness surrounding and the limits to walking-distance food/bars/next steps. However, now that the 'hood is ripe with fun people and places, the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Saw Mat Kearney and Grififn House on Sunday night. it was my first time at GAMH and I found it to be very charming and comfortable. I purchased dinner seats which gave us "balcony" level seating...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Go, just go.
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to see a Swingin' Utters/One Man Army/US Bombs show many moons ago. Between sets, I saw a slovenly, rag-covered gentleman wandering on stage while the techs set-up the next act. "How nice that...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We go every Halloween for Tony Serra's Halloween Costume Extravaganza. It's free as long as you are in costume. So you can imagine the crowd this event draws. The freaks come out at night, friends....
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Possibly my favorite venue in the City. It's so pretty and just the right size. Just be careful that you don't accidentally walk into the strip club next door (well, unless you're into that--but...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great acoustics, two stories to allow for wandering, and an absolutely beautiful setting. When we walked into the venue, I was amazed by the intricate molding and decor.The bartenders and door-people...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'd give this place 5 Stars just for having been a restaurant/bordello combo in Barbary Coast days, but it's so much more than the place Sally Rand perfected her Fan-shimmies. So many great shows! Did...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love love loooove this spot for music!! The acoustics are wonderful and I always enjoy sitting in the balcony or the floor standing isn't so bad either!
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love this place. it's a short walk from my apartment and they've got lots of great shows. and if the band sucks, just look around the place. it's amazing. the detail in the architecture is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful medium-sized venue! Cheap tickets, good sound, cool crowd, fair drink prices. I saw Andrew Bird here last night, and it was just wonderful. From looking at the upcoming acts, it seems...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
They have the strangest bills...Carmaig de Forest opening up for Television? Faun Fables opening for Slint? My buddy and I just opted to see headliners Mission of Burma play last nite and miss the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay...so I give it 4 stars because it is soooo cheap and you can see some rad shows there. That being said there are always the CREEPIEST people on the street. One night there was a man older than...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Read all the other reviews to find out why people think this place is so great.I just love that it (rumored) was once a brothel.
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
GOOD BAND (almost) EVERY NIGHT. The GAMH seems to always get "the next big band" to play on their stage. And I don't think they have to beg to get them in either. It's a great venue. I like getting a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Apart from Yoshi's (in genre/class on its own), GAMH is the finest "small" music venue in the Bay Area. Finding immediate comfort and groove in the intimacy of this place will have you kissing your...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love this place! I've seen many shows here and have always had a great time. Last March I had my wedding reception here and it was the most amazing night! The food was absolutely...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The first show I saw here was Colin Meloy (lead singer of the Decemberists) and I was practically blown away. The intimate setting of the venue, in conjunction with Colin (who alone is dreamy and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is the best. I'm not gonna tell you what my first show here was but it was before you were born. Back when David Grisman was cool, he was here. And when no one can remember the yeah yeah...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a fantastic place to see live bands. The interior is absolutely beautiful. The staff are friendly. The location isn't the greatest, but if you're willing to park outside of a strip club or...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Talib Kweli. at the GAMH. tore the freakin' roof off this place. fondest GAMH memory. 'nuff said.
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pro
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to GAMH for shows before but I've never been when the venue was set up on the main floor with all tables and chairs. A nice change for those of us who are older and more tired these days...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say is... the fries are only $5 and are amazing. The fact that I can see an amazing jazz performance like the Bjorkestra while eating french fries is a beautiful thing. The acoustics are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is about as classy and romantic as you'll get at a non-jazz live music venue in sf. take a date, makeout under the beautiful ceiling, drink an only moderately overpriced anchorsteam. not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with a few friends for Ms Hill... more like Ms Hell-no not again concert back in June. GAMH is definitely a great space. While waiting for Ms Hell-no to perform 2 hours past her scheduled...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Im judging this venue based on only one show that i caught here last month and one that couldve and shouldve kicked ass but managed only a weak slap on the butt: Lauryn Hill's "jam rehearsal" session....
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
yes this venue is so beautiful and great bands play here.i have been here many many times and all the shows have been great.the problem is this:i stand for a living. when i am going to a show, even an...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I saw The Rentals perform here. The space is amazing, especially the pillars and ceiling. Really something special. The balcony was a great vantage point... parked a block away for free. The bar...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great venue for any type of show. Good acoustics. I remember the first time I went here was about 18 years ago to see the Chippendales. Since then a couple of jazz shows. Not crazy about the area...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
next to Bimbo's and the Fillmore, my favorite venue in SF (it's smaller than both if you've never been). the floor space is small enough that you have a good spot anywhere, but next time i am taking...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I saw a bad Lauren Hill show here but that's certainly not Great American Music's fault. They're still a wonderful place to see some interesting bands play. I would rather go to Great American than...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This isn't the R-rated club that you're not sure of, that might be awesome. It's the PG club that you're just hoping will make it happen, but never does.I love the venue. The interior is awesome. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
May I reiterate the thoughts of another Yelper on GAMH: "HOLY SHIT!". And let me address some concerns I have heard from others - 1) location. Yes it is in the Tenderloin. But, my wife and I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2006
