House of Blues Sunset Strip
West Hollywood, CA 90069
Phone: (323) 848-5100
- Cross Street:
- Olive Drive
- Hours:
- Showtimes vary
Editorial Review for House of Blues Sunset Strip – by Jose Martinez
The Scene
The stage plays host to a broad musical spectrum, from the bubblegum pop of Ryan Cabrera to the hard-core rap of Eminem's protege, 50 Cent. The schedule is more likely to include Chris Isaak, Super Diamond or X onstage than genuine blues artists. This is probably one of the best spots in town to garner a heaping helping of nostalgia as acts like KC and the Sunshine Band, the Bangles and Billy Idol perform for devotees. Sundays take a 180-degree turn to become the home of a famous gospel brunch, blending soul music with a menu that includes Cajun, Creole and down-home Southern specialties.
The Draw
Live music is the big draw, so the crowd can consist of underage ska fans, 30-something corporate types and followers of the indie music scene. Regardless, the atmosphere is always in the playful spirit of Mardi Gras.
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Insider Tips
ParkingThe lot is free Monday to Saturday until 4pm, with $15 valet after that. Meters are impossible to find, and weekends, you won't find a cheaper lot.
The ExtrasFoundation Room is a members-only club (membership can be purchased) with different spaces that can be rented. Call (323) 848-5160.
When to GoGet there before the first band performs to see the second-level bar split apart when the restaurant changes over to a nightclub.
User Reviews for House of Blues Sunset Strip
02/21/2008 Posted by ucla2006
Came here with a group of friends to see a concert and it was a great night. This is a great place to see live music because you are basically right up against the stage when you are out on the main floor and the atmosphere and crowd make it alot of fun. Be ready to spend some cash on drinks and parking and you will have a great time. I would definitely go back and recommend anyone to come here for concerts.
Pros: Intimate venue for music
Cons: Food, parking
01/14/2008 Posted by jennifer413
I don't even know where to start.I guess from the moment we got there.My husband and I went to see a concert.We had never been there before,so we followed other cars into what we thought was general parking but soon learned it was valet.They were very rude, rushed us out of the car then demanded $15.Then,when we went through security we were told no cameras at this venue.They told us to take it to our car.We went to ask the valet where the car was parked so we could put the camera away and they said"cars are parked 1 mile away.You can't get to them.You can check your camera in for $5."What a rip off.So then we had to back through the rudest security ever into the the bar area.We got a few drinks,which were not cheap and not filled to the top.My husband did not tip the bartender,but his friend did.She then told my husbands friend"you'r cool."Then said to my husband "you'r an asshole."Can you belive that shit.Later that night I was escorted out for standing too close to the light man.noone ever asked me to move,just escorted out.They told my husbad that he could go back in,but I could not.I did get loud and throw a little fit but I really didn't understand what I had done that was soo wrong.I meen there where people smoking marajuana in there.Throw them out.Anyways becaues I was loud and arguing with them, we both had to leave.I'll never ever go there again.
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