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House of Blues
Music Venue and American Restaurant
Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood, Boston
"Get there early & you can get really close to the stage!"(8 Tips)
"The attached Foundation Room Is absolutely amazing."(3 Tips)
"They tore down the Avalon for this disasterpiece?"(4 Tips)
"seats way up in the balcony and was still one of the best concerts"(5 Tips)
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WyngspanJanuary 22, 2014Have you checked out a show at the House of Blues? Give them a rating on Wyngspan:
Derek ShowermanMarch 6, 2013Don't buy tix on the second or third floor - or you can't go down stairs to buy merch until after the show. Why?
Jeremy KrantzSeptember 24, 2014No cameras allowed. Don't even try, they'll take it and/or won't let you in
Chris CoyneMay 5, 2012Security is always pushy and rude. Venu is a good place to see a show and has lots of good vantage points but totally corporate BS
Steve MJune 12, 2012Buy tickets long before the gig - 3rd floor standing only is the worst kind of standing only. "Don't stand here, don't stand there." And you're paying the price of ground tickets to boot.
CandaceMarch 22, 2013This venue is horrendous. Bought general admission tickets and was forced to go to the mezz section. Also can't access the merch booth until after the show. Can't see anything.. Don't go here
Get in the pit during a Dropkick Murphy's Saint Patrick's Day show.
Cindy NoneAugust 31, 2013If you are far from the stage, don't waste your time taking shaky video or blurry photos. Just watch the show and look on YouTube for better vids from people who were close.
Alicia UmbrinoNovember 18, 2012Be cautious about drinking alcohol anywhere near the entrance. They will turn you away even if you are 21+.
All drinks in the city are overpriced, can we stop hearing people complain about each bar individually and tackle the larger issue. The rents too damn high.
The second floor has the best views in the house. It's not always open, and sometimes requires an extra ticket, but it's worth a try.
If you buy VIP seats, note the second digit of your seat number. This most likely indicates your actual row.
VH1July 21, 2010Spend $15 at the House of Blues Restaurant before the show and get into the music hall before everyone else. Kiss long lines goodbye. – Team Live Nation
Melissa AucoinMay 16, 2011Stadium seating is great except the 1st/last few seats of rows A & B... your view is blocked by the railings!
Go House of Blues early enough to snag a spot against the railing on the second floor. Great spot to see a show and watch the crowd.
Steve JuddMarch 29, 2010Stop by the little sausage stand after the show and listen to their sales pitch. It's funnier than most stand up I've heard.
Pete DoughtyJuly 28, 2012Great place before the game and watch the Lansdowne chaos from the balcony...
Taylor MurphyAugust 11, 2012grab a bite to eat at the HOB restaurant and get a % off if you have concert tickets!
Josh RitterDecember 18, 2010Catch Josh Ritter & the Royal City Band at the HOB on February 11, 2011. Scott Hutchison of Frightened Rabbit supports. Info and tickets at joshritter.com- Alicia UmbrinoDecember 14, 2012Apparently house of blues turns the lights and mic off if a band goes 2mns over their time limit. Bullshit
Beth MackenzieJune 2, 2014Stupid, pointless rules... If your license is expired, you can't drink here The girl at the door tried to say it's illegal... nope, only if you're driving, and even then it's only a fine.
Awesome friendly staff throughout the venue, very helpful!
Bonnie ChenMay 26, 2014Security is super strict. Even when you get in, it seems like they are out to get you because they are constantly watching you. It's very uncomfortable.
Jason StonehouseJanuary 29, 2011Remember your earplugs! They really love to over-amplify the performers here.
Mick ManagementJanuary 31, 2012Be sure to check out Walk the Moon when they open for the Kaiser Chiefs on March 6, 2012!
Meh. I'll come here only if I have to. It seems to be getting a little better over the years, though. Doesn't look like Avalon was just gutted anymore.
Go to the Gospel Brunch, Sundays at 10. Even if you don't dig Gospel music, the food is amazing.
A great way to see some great bands up, close, and personal.
The bar is always nice and empty at all ages shows.
Fatty with a FrapJuly 22, 2010If you here to enjoy the Deadmau5 show: jokes on you. Enjoy Jersey Shore Jr. Courtesy of all the little kids 8-)
Sit at the bar if Patrick is working. He's very attentive and a GREAT BARTENDER!!!
Also, people really need to stop filming shitty vids on their cell phones and just enjoy the show.
AllenGerritsenFebruary 9, 2011Check out the on-site restaurant at the House of Blues for dinner before the show.
don't get mezzanine tickets! and the black Crowes are kind of dumb. but still a fun place.
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House of Blues
15 Lansdowne St (btwn Brookline Ave. & Ipswich St.)
Boston, MA 02215
United States
Boston, MA 02215
United States
Welcome to House of Blues! Visit us for live music, delicious cuisine and amazing special events. Where Food and Music Feed the Soul!
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 4:00 PM–10:00 PM
(888) 693-2583
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- 8.4
"While it's clean and safe and well organized, the sound at the venue is atrocious. For the $100++ ticket price, you could wish they figure out how to make the audio worthy of the artists that appear."
Yuval Zukerman - 6.8
"Check their schedule early as they have a variety of acts all year round."
Jamie Ferguson - 7.1
"One of the best venues I've been to in the Boston area. Great sound, nice stage, and in an area that is easy to get to!"
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"Went during the offseason and the tour was still great. The tour guides are awesome."
Nicholas Kirsch - 7.1
"Really good food, potato skins were a great app. They have gluten free buns for all sandwiches and burgers! Also great selection of beer including 2 gluten free beers. excellent service"
Rachelle Greco - 6.6
"Best nachos, great for food and a night out"
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