The Belly Up has been around since 1974 providing an amazing venue for live music in Solana Beach. Staff has always been amazing, sound is one of the best around, and a great room for music! There are lots of seats around some first come and others reserved to sit and watch a show. I personally want to be in the general admission area front and center as theres no better place to be! Attached restaurant called the Tavern for pre-show meals for basically any time. Also good little restaurants in the general area. Lots of free street parking within two blocks. Shows sell out, so if someone you want to see is playing, get the tickets fast!
Saw the Strombellas a Canadian band that really put on a great show in this intimate venue. Odd name for a group of you ask me. The lead singer was amazing with his powerful voice and engaging personality. A really fun night listening to most of their favorites. Sad that they didnt play one of my favs,Florence. Still a great night!
What an awesome place to see a band! Small spot, but big sound. I was worried that it would be hot, but the AC was cranking, and so were the 90s hits! (Saved by the 90s was playing)My only regret is that it took me this long to finally go. If you want to sit down, (but I mean, really who does at a concert?) you will need to get there early. We were 1/2 hour early and the line was around the corner...but we had a blast!
I forgot how bad the seating is here. In the past I seem to remember it not being quite as bad. When a show does not say “seated”, in front of the stage it’s standing room only. Everyone else is seated off to the side. For the most part all seated views are blocked. Some way more than others. Check out my picture to see how blocked our seats were. I won’t be coming back.
In its 50th Anniversary year, the Belly Up just keeps getting better. My first visits were more than 40 years ago. Even though in the early days they had a divided focus with pool tables, pinball machines and 3-Alarm Chili on the menu, they still managed to draw outsized musical talent. Legendary talent is still drawn to this intimate music venue. May it thrive for another 50 years…after that, anything goes!
Though Belly Up is a bit far from central San Diego, its totally worth the drive! Cozy yet accomodating, I LOVE the loft seating/VIP - they check people before allowing them in the area (which is up 1 flight of stairs and looks directly over the stage), some seats have a small round table top and those have a long bench seat with back support. The other seats up there are individual chairs with a small counter and you have a waitress to bring you food and drinks. Its what I want for every show now. Bonus points that you make eye contact with the performers, they feel that close! Most of the parking is pretty close too. Cant wait for the next show!
The venue itself is so much fun. The bands they get are so amazing. But the security it unnecessarily violent. I understand that they need to do their job, but it is not ok that they smack your shoulders and start screaming in your ears the first time you make a mistake standing somewhere you shouldn’t be. This behavior if anything is just provoking people to act violently because we are getting attacked right off the bat. Not sure if I will go back just because I do not feel like getting assaulted for absolutely no reason by some creepy security guy.
Oh my, we went to see Fabba, a “tribute” to ABBA. Advertising misleading. The show was mediocre to be kind. Costumes were just plain ugly, singers ok but went from ok to just awful with hideous costumes and dance routines. ABBA would be horrified. But, love the Belly Up, just not this band.
Nice venue with excellent acoustics. Not too big & not too small. Airflow & temperature was comfortable for standing room. I wish they added additional VIP/seating options. But keep in mind, standing ~2 hours gets you closer to the stage, because VIP & food seating is further away; so decide your priority before booking tickets. Ive seen many acts here; Iam Tongi, Mike Love, Katchafire, Common Kings, to name a few. Always the BEST acoustic.
Its a decent venue, but somehow every time I go I get the nonstop talkers around me. My personal opinion is the crowds at belly up shows arent my favorite. They are nice, but always seem to talk through most performers sets. That or I get the new couple that makes out next to me. I dont have this feelings about any other SD venue even the Sound thats in the same area. No idea if its my choice of spots in the venue or the venue itself. If you wanna chat hang at the bar.
This is one of my favorite venues. Ticket prices are fair. Checking in is easy. Drinks are affordable. They don’t admit too many people during fully booked shows. I will see any of my favorite artists if they host a show here.
This small music venue has hosting great acts since 1974. The sound is really good, the staff is friendly, and lots of servers running around getting you drinks and food. There are some reserve areas, but mostly 1st come 1st serve open seating our you can just in front of the stage to watch your favorite bands.
This is a beautiful venue with great sound. This review is about the staff. Perhaps its the Belly-up business model to find that all of staff all of the time for 10 years is very indifferent. They never ever smile. They never say thank you. I have been in the food and beverage industry, mainly as a Las Vegas cocktail waitress, for 40 years, and I have never seen such sour puss employees in my life. Which leads me to ask the question, does working there really suck or are staff members required to act in a cold manner? I have always tipped and tipped well. Unless you tell me that you staff is required to behave in this manner, I will never tip your staff again and I will influences others to do the same.
The Belly Up Tavern is one of the premier clubs of Southern California. I remember growing up and hearing about this place and all the icon artists who have performed here throughout the years. I was here recently and had the best time. The food was unbelievably good. The staff was super nice and friendly. I could tell they all took good pride in working there, which was so nice to see. The music sounds awesome in that room with a top notch PA system. The place is surprisingly big and holds a lot of people. It was crowded for Missing Persons. The club is located walking distance from the beach. Solana Beach is paradise. Thank you for the best time ever and I look forward to returning again! From Las Vegas, Michael
Great place the not a single bad seat in the house! Fantastic service from the entire staff from and a good food selection to go with your drinks. BEST of all is the sound guy. He sets it up so the words are clearly heard over the music and the volume is perfect. Then the bands they book are also top notch.
This is one of my favorite music venues in California! I rank it right up there with the Troubador in LA, and Great American Music Hall in SF. Friendly staff, great sound, and an endless list of amazing acts that continually grace the stage.
Belly Up is an iconic venue and its very intimate, but many seats and places to stand have blocked or impared views. Arrive early to stake out the best seats and you wont be disappointed. Saw Gin Blossoms last Friday and they really surprised me with a very solid show. They have a sad origin story, but the remaining band members have been playing together for 32 years and it definitely shows. They sound fantastic and the songs were just as popular today as they were in the 90s and Aughts. I would definitely see them again.
First time at BU to check out Fan Halen, whom are very good, high energy and entertaining. It’s a cool spot, but would say not best sound nor layout. Lots of obstructed views if seated in left side of venue if not able to get an front table, yet view is obstructed by other patrons. Glad I went as many locals hype Belly Up and can at least say I’ve been, however, regardless of who’s playing there, I won’t be back.
Best local music venue EVER. If you are visiting and want to catch some great music, check out the lineup during your stay in the area.06/02/24 Update - Whoaaa, at a show and mishap in ladies room - vomit on floor for 2 hours despite MULTUPLE complaints to the MANAGER on duty tonight!! No bueno, Belly Up, whats up?!? Please, Ladies expect and desrve better.
Always great shows! The crowd that comes here is so fun. I always come here to see bands Ive never heard of because they always pick great acts! A very different feel than other venues in San Diego which is really fun to get a different atmosphere. It feels homey but is really big. The shows are always decently priced too so I can go all the time!
The Belly Up is one of my favorite live music venues in San Diego. It is a small venue with big personality!
First time but it wont be my last.Happy to recommend Belly Up for a good time. I got the fealing that good times are what Belly Up does best and perhaps they had no idea what caliber of show they were hosting this night. (e.g. The opening act was a complete mismatch)I attended a great show by Dakah Brakah. My complaints are mainly tied to our premium balcony seating experience as an audience member.First, Belly Ups huge bright pink neon sign burned my corneas during dark poinient moments. I honored the no flash photography request but this meant my photos were blown out by this sign (ruined). Comedy clubs do this obnoxious branding but stages hosting performances of this caliber should not.Second, in spite of our premium seating, the row below us was directly in our line of site, blocking half of the stage. One person to our lefts view was obstructed by a support beam. We were also elbow to elbow until several people abandoned their seats (if you are going to be crowded this way, might as well be in the pit?). Once it thinned out, we were able to stand for a better view and even had enough room to dance and clap during the more jovial songs ~ something the people below us could not do ~ so the balcony did have its perks. I should mention that our table service was excellent.Security and wait staff were also excellent. This is definitely a good time venue. The crowd was friendly and the energy were great.I look forward to coming back for a good night of dancing under lighter themes the next time I am in town. I plan to dance on the floor but will likely retain a table to ensure a place to land is waiting for me.In sum, Belly Up could have done a better job as a stage when tasked with delivering what artists like DB have to offer. Premium seating requires careful consideration. I recommend that you visit the venue to make sure that you get the view you want if cost is a factor for you.
Great place to see a show. Its a small venue, so youre really, really close to the artists. The layout of the space is great with elevated seating for those that dont want to be on the floor. And the two bars make getting adult beverages easy.
Melissa Etherige is not only an incredibly passionate singer but a fantastic guitar player too. It was a privilege to see her in an intimate setting like the Belly Up. The crowd loved her for all two hours.
Fun bar to go to especially when they have live music! The eagles tribute DESPERADO was absolutely amazing!!! Will definitely be back!
We had a great time last night @ “Belly up” in Solana Beach if you haven’t seen the band called “ Orianthi “ this young beautiful lady rocked her guitar & what a show she gave us , I want to give our cocktail waitress a great review also , thanks Yardena M for taking great care of all of us . I did not catch the name of the lady who got up on stage to sing one song with the band but who ever she was I would love to hear her sing again with this band . Thanks Belly up once again for bringing us a great night with great music .
One of the greatest small venues ever. Saw the great Elvin Bishop! Ifooled around and fell in love with the Belly Up
The best venue in SD County. Even when its packed you can still get a nice view of the stage. Just beware of flying drinks😁 Arrive early to get a seat and enjoy something tasty on the menu. You CANNOT go wrong with Soul Fries! I dont drink but the servers are more than happy to bring me coffee from next door as long as the restaurant is still open. Ive probably been here 100 times. The security has always been friendly. Theres a back smoking area. If you show up late you might have a small walk once you find parking.
Great local live music venue near the PCH. If you get a chance to see an artist you love here, you’ll be thrilled. Tiny spot so it’s a great show from any angle
Came in to the Belly Up Tavern for a drink. Went to the bar bot the inside music venue. Loved the iconic rock posters on the walls and could hear the music coming from the show.They have many shows sell out so get your tickets early. Had a great mixed drink menu and several different beers and wines available.Will come back for one of their music shows!
Great Venue! I was in the first original electric band to perform at the Belly Up Tavern in 1977 and performed their many times over the next two years. it was great to see the place still in operation and all the great improvements with the sound system and upgrading of the venue itself. Very friendly staff and one of the best live music venues anywhere.
Really appreciate the small venue of Belly Up. Have found getting there before the doors open and having a drink in the restaurant (bar) and then entering from restaurant entrance helps if you want a seat. But either way, the experience is so much better than a large venue. Only took a star off because of the price of food & drinks.
Great classic California venue. The lineup of acts speak for themselves. While it is not the most perfect acoustic space, it is a really great place to hang out and see a show. Great collection of art rock posters on the wall, the bar food is good and edible, the general vibe here is laid back and warm.
Great place to see bands of all sizes in an intimate setting that is really fun. Great location, easy in and out, great staff, highly recommend.
Great place for live music. The staff, the service, the facilities are all terrific. Was there for a fund raiser for Banding Together, and was floored to see Jason Mraz put in an uplifting performance to help raise money, even running to his car to grab one of his own guitars to auction off and donate. Also saw Jungle Poppins and the Shift.
Food is great. Drinks too. Venue is small but great sounding. Enjoyable spot for music.
I really enjoy Atomic Groove! They play all the songs I used to listen to in the 70s 80s and 90s. I like that everyone just faces the stage and dances. So Noone is asking you to dance.
Love the vibe. Perfect size, doesnt feel cramped, but still intimate. Tables and dance floor.
Drinks were good, music was stellar, bouncers were quite helpful. One guy saw that I was upset and helped me get an autograph that meant the world to me. Thanks!!!The atmosphere is amazing. Walls covered in posters from shows gone by. Intimate venue and forever a favorite.Thanks for a real good time!!
This cover band was amazing! The drinks were ok depending on what you get. The only criticism is a security guard getting a female off a stool she was sitting on. The security guard said that he needed the stool to sit the entire night. This is definitely not true because the stool was a regular customers stool right next to where other customers were sitting. Other security guards who were definitely in shape were walking and active the entire time. This particular security guard was not in shape at all and he just wanted to sit where the customers were. I think it was in very poor taste to get the lady off the stool not to mention customers are paying to sit and enjoy the concert. Arent customers a priority? I guess not at this place.
Ive seen too many great shows here to even mention. Legendary venue
This long standing venue is the best intimate venue on the west coast. Not to many seats and events are full... but under 600 people! We saw Dawes there and so glad we flew down for this very rare opportunity to see our favorite band up close! If your looking for a great place to take a date.. look no further. #Perfectvenue. If youre looking for a place to play... play here!
Love this venue, had a great time there. Enjoyed food, drinks and music. Ordered the sweet potato fries, filet mignon sliders and garlic truffle fries for food. The band I saw was The Brothers Comatose with Lindsay Perry. The seating is awesome, very wel ln ventilated and comfortable. And acoustic were really good, wherever you are sitting/standing. Highly recommended for an awesome evening.
One of the oldest and best music venues in all of San Diego county. I have literally been going there for decades.
Was there for lunch. Love their openers Lobster Dumlings and Thai chicken Potstickers. The Tavern Burger is not so great. A little on the pricy side. Service is excellent.
I have heard stories about the Belly Up. My wife grew up in So CA and she had been there going back to the 80s. When a friend said his tribute band, Prince Again, was playing there, we made the trek to Solana Beach to make a weekend out of it.From the description I heard of the Belly Up from my wife, I expected an old cramped venue that smelled of 50 years of beer, weed, and cigarettes. If it was that, someone went through the place with a construction crew and turned it into a concert hall that comfortably held a 500+ audience that were enthralled by “Prince”. I understand some big name acts appear there and well as up and coming acts.We only had drinks which were priced fairly. Not sure about the food situation except that next store they have a restaurant which was hopping.It was a fun evening and you can really enjoy the music from anywhere you sit or stand. The sound was fine though I thought it could have been better engineered. I’ve heard Prince again in several venues that sounded much better.
One of my favorite music venues in socal. Laid back beach vibe. Intimate setting. Always a good crowd ready to enjoy the music. This place brings the good vibes and the good bands. Seen alot of musicians come here throughout the years and never had a bad experience. Always great sound and views and feels like Im right in the stage dancing with the bands.
If you live in San Diego County, the Belly Up is a wonderful spot to see live music and have dinner. I had a salad with salmon on top and it was fabulous. I also saw Karl Densons band ( hes the guy Mick Jagger calls when the Stones tour ). My only issue is the mens room had no towels or dryer for your hands by 10:30pm. I told an employee about it and he nodded to me, like okay, but no one bothered🆗✍️ ... Also, I noticed that customers drinking at the bar cannot run a tab with their credit card. You have to pay for each drink or round after each transaction. Terrible idea, Mr. Bar Manager! People spend way less money because its an inconvenience. ( you are losing out on 30% more on sales and bartenders make less, too) also each transaction fee is more costly at batch-out.🆗✍️.. People running a tab will spend a lot of $$$$, you run into too many issues pulling out your card out 5x drinking at the bar especially when the bartender is a foot away. SMH
Great vibe, small venue, capacity is probably 100. Would definitely come here again
Came to watch an old school band, #FaceToFace ! Plenty of space and quick service at once of many bars in the venue.
Went to Belly up for the first time last night and it is a great indoor venue in Solana Beach!It was a full bar. I ended up getting cranberry and vodka (about $12) and my husband had ipa beer (around $9).The stage and sound is amazing. There was an audio issue however, their team was on it as we enjoyed a drum solo! 🥁Tables are first come, first serve. There were 3 waitresses on the floor. Our waitress was nice but might have been spread thin for we were not checked on.We ordered the popcorn shrimp with Cajun fries. The batter on the shrimp was good however, we requested a new batch of fries for the one we recieved was burnt. We got the regular fries instead of Cajun (what we originally had) but at least it was much better! 👌Overall, will be going to this venue again and will recommend to friends!
We went for the first time last night. The atmosphere was amazing. Its a beautiful venue that has a fantastic layout. The entire staff from the security to the servers were kind and helpful. This venue has amazing acoustics, is clean, and affordable. We cant wait to come back!
Delicious food! Cool venue a block from the beach. VIP booth tickets- dancing area- dinner seating. Love it!
Great venue! Got dinner at the tavern and got seated early for the best seats .
We had dinner before enjoying the band Daring greatly. The salmon was sublime. The band was the top local group. Cant wait to enjoy both again!
A supreme live music venue and fixture of San Diego. Not only is the Belly Up a hop, skip, and a jump from the beach, it is conveniently located to many awesome small shops (brewery, winery, coffee shops). The staff are approachable and it’s always a relaxed environment, even with sell out shows. Ive seen many shows from Khruangbin to Thee Oh Sees and it is just the perfect set up for a show. There are seats if you want them, or the main general standing area always has a sightline or two (if youre tall i suppose). Anyway, point is just go here and find out for yourself. This place is awesome.
Its a sad state of affairs at the Belly Up Tavern. After decades of good times and hundreds of shows at the Belly Up, I will no longer be purchasing tickets for any future shows. Having been pushed around by the security multiple times while standing in no ones way just trying to enjoy the show directly out from front stage left, (and to a lesser extent elsewhere in the venue) my night was ruined. This happened on 12/23/23 during the Los Lobos show. General security is WAY too aggressive! As I exited, many other patrons were mentioning similar experiences. I go to see my favorite bands and relax, not be harassed by the way over aggressive security.
Went to dinner pre-show at the Wild Note. Good selection of appetizers and drinks. Entrees likewise. Pricing good for a very good bistro type place. You enter the concert venue through the backdoor of the Wild Note. Not a bad seat in the house. Good prices on bar and food service. Good attentive service at our table. Definitely a gem and icon in San Diego County.
Super cool venue. I saw an amazing live performance with cool lights, perfect sound, and good vibes all around. All the staff was amazing aside from one older bartender with grey hair. He was very rude. Other than that, everyone else was super nice and helpful.
Great little venue in Solana Beach. Its great to be able to actually see the band thats playing whether one is upfront or in the back since the stage is raised. Also, the sound is good and if you forget your ear plugs (protect your ears and listen to the musical sounds more clearly!), they sell some there.Near the entrance is a shop on the right hand side and on the left bands sell their merch. (was lucky to meet Kevin Haskins from Poptone and Bauhaus there when he kindly signed fans merch!)
Best live music venue in San Diego. I love the vibe, the selection of music, the Tavern next door…all of it. The only thing I would say is not to buy the seats across from the bar because there is a huge obstacle to one’s vision. It’s not worth the extra money. The seats near the stage are worth it though.
A legendary place. Has killer sound, killer drinks, a great staff and of course always good entertainment
Tavana was incredible. Bring him back and Ill be there every time
A genuine treasure. Theres never a bad time at the Belly Up. The music is always phenomenal - from world famous acts to people youve never heard of, every performance is fantastic. The cozy club means an intimate interaction with the artists. An absolutely outstanding venue. Bar inside and restaurant (Wild Note) attached.
Belly Up is hands down the most iconic venue in San Diego. The acoustic are top notch, its small enough to really feel like an intimate experience. Food is great staff is awesome, if I could see every concert here, I would go to more concerts!
My favorite place to see great music. Go early and eat at restaurant next door. They will let you in to venue instead of waiting in line. Weed friendly out back. They will check at front.
Fun place to see a show. Located in the Interior Design district in Solana Beach. They have a good mix of artists. Sightlines on the wings arent always the best. Food is passible but not outstanding. This is made up but a good bar and fun live shows. Definitely an icon of a place.
Ive been wanting to catch a show at the legendary Belly Up since moving to San Diego last January. I finally got the opportunity with the Marcus King Band from South Carolina Sept 4th. Completely blown away by the band and the club. Its kinda has this old dance barn atmosphere to it. Superior sound and decent bar offerings. Tons of local and national touring bands roll thru here, so should you. Highly recommended!
Great vibe. This is a small venue, so even if you are in the back, youre still super close to the stage. As a 30 year music freak, this is my favorite place to see live music in San Diego.
Good show with Dolly Parton music, great band. The dance floor overflowing. Food from the Tavern very good.
Great venue. Ive been coming here since the 80s. Ive seen so many great shows here. A few hints. (1) Eat at the attached restaurant to get early access to seating in the venue. (2) Get there early, parking can be an issue. (3) Get a loft seat. It costs more but is a secure and assigned seat away from the chaos of the floor.
Such a cool place! Last night was my first time seeing a show in that venue (great show! The artist was The Breeders). And definitely not the last time Ill go there.Easy to get to, easy to park, perfect size (arena shows are not my cup of tea, but tiny venues are too small for big time artists). The belly up was sold out last night and it looked like 500-600 people), great atmosphere and beautiful beautiful sound.One wall was covered in photos and posters from notable past shows. You could see that the place has a rich musical history. That wall reminded me a bit of the Fillmore in San Francisco with its row of posters for shows with Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan etc.
Another small venue live music gem in the San Diego arsenal. While this place is not located in San Diego proper, per se, it is technically in San Diego County. In other words, it is a roughly 45-60 minute drive up the coast. The venue is small but larger than Brick by Brick, Soda Bar, and the Casbah. The bar is located near the entrance and a bit away from the music area. There are benches in the corner (back) of the music area in case you are tired. The acoustics are great and there is not a bad seat in the house. Belly up attracts larger acts, like Cage the Elephant -- who I saw here several times -- and smaller acts like Juliette Lewis and her band.
Awesome place to see an artist up close. Acoustics are great too.
Its always a fun time to be had. Lots of great bands come through this venue. The bar tenders, hosts, and door crew are always friendly. They have a coat check, too! Be sure to tip them; they are all well worth it. Security takes care of issues right away, as well, and the fella last night even directed us to better seats that opened up. I would recommend . . . Ladies, leave your purse at home. Either use your pockets or a small pouch that you can attach to your belt or around your neck. Trust me, youll want your hands free to dance, and maybe hold a beverage. However, if it is your special time of the month, bring some necessities. They dont always have them available unless theres a tipped bathroom attendant. Have fun if you go! I ALWAYS do!
The Belly Up Tavern is one of the best places to enjoy live music.
Best club in North county, San Diego. The staff is amazing! Never heard to get a drink or service. Bathrooms are clean and I always have a fantastic time.
Black Uhuru was excellent, I sat in the balcony the usher was on point, friendly and eager to please. Alex the server was always ready and willing to take an order, she was fast, and I got just what I wanted. Food was great! I could not of had a better night!
We went for a date night mid-week and saw Hermanos Gutierrez, a guitar duo. Its been a while since weve last been here and I have to say it is still one of the best spots in coastal North County for a local concert. Parking is fairly easy to find or there is the option of taking the train as the station is not too far away. We went midweek So maybe this is why street parking was easy and free a couple blocks away . No matter where youre at in the venue, mostly standing room and some tables on the sides, you get great visibility and sound. I loved that they had an inexpensive coat check too!
One of the best venues in the country! Always has good music 🎶 Tonight Foghat rocked
First time. Door man was cool and gave us info on parking.( which was hard to get, unless of course you spoke with doorman)Sound was phenomenal. Bar and food were served from all over the place. They had vip tables and areas. Place was clean. Staff was cool. Nicely done!
Had balcony seats for the Christopher Cross concert, and could see the stage really well. I felt bad for the guy next to me as his view was really obstructed by some pillars. The only complaint I had was that the sound was not good. The music itself was loud, but I couldnt hear the headline singer really well.
Great spot for live music. Small enough to be close to the artist but big enough to lay back near the bar if youd prefer. Hard to find a seat so if you want to be seated either be first on line for when does open or pay the extra to get a seated ticket.
Great place to see a show! If youre going to see a band with a big following, Id suggest getting there early to find seat/table. Otherwise youll be standing all night. Order some mixed drinks. They dont skimp on the booze here. Smoking is aloud in an outdoor patio in the back.Excellent sound and lighting systems.They also sell shirts.( Wish I would have bought one)Also, after youre seated, the waitresses come to you. So no need to get up and go to the bar. But its a big club and I drink fairly quickly, so when she comes to you I would suggest ordering two drinks instead of one.Great place!!!
Amazing acoustics, good seating if you get there early enough. Hard working staff keeping up with the rowdy mess. Decent smoking area out back. Been to a few good rock shows this year but this place has been holding it down for decades.
The Belly Up is a wonderful place to play a show, the staff is chock full of professionals who know their biz, they have an extensive backline, everyone is very friendly, and the green rooms are nicely spacious for the area they occupy. Plus theres a spot to park the band vehicle directly behind the club. I sincerely look forward to playing here every time I see it on the schedule.Thanks, Belly Up!
I first went to Belly Up to see Pete Yorn play, and I immediately loved the venue after that. Most recently my gf & I saw Squirrel Nut Zippers play a Christmas show, and we had a blast. The sound quality is excellent and the atmosphere is really nice. I cant say enough for how much fun weve had here.The only downside to Belly Up, if you eat and drink here, expect a big bill. Their food and cocktails are really good, but youll pay for it; when youre having a good time and losing track of everything, the bill can wind up being shocking.This is a really great venue though, Im always psyched if an artist Im into is playing here.
I went here for the first time to see Atomic Groove and I found the place to be pretty cool. It’s good venue, sound system is great, ladies room was very clean and all the staff were very nice. It was a lot of fun and the band put on an excellent show, they sounded like every artist that they played. Parking is a pain to find but once you do find it it’s worth the cover charge.
If you don’t purchase guaranteed seating, get there early to secure a seat/table; otherwise it’s SRO which is good for dancing.We usually call & purchase loft seats. Visuals from the loft are good. The sound is typically directed forward from the stage so seating on either side of the stage (loft or ground level) results in poorer sound quality.Belly Up offers an intimate setting & we enjoy attending their concerts.
Clean venue with great acoustics and customer service.
Great venue. Especially in the loft. Only around 20 seats, youre own waiter and right above the stage. Amazing!
Great venue! Get there a little before doors if you want to grab a seat. They have open seating for GA tickets along the sides of the venue, and there is table service for food and drinks!
Was so pleasantly surprised to 1. sit down for a concert and 2. be offered a menu and asked if I wanted anything to eat or drink. A completely different concert experience than what I’m used to in that sense. The sound is incredible. They brings in an older crowd so there isn’t much talking going on compared to some of the other San Diego venues. Vibes are there.
Very fun! Music venue in Solano Beach. If you want a good seat, get there early. It does get packed but its a great crowd. Sound system does need updating.Fantastic local venue!
The Belly Up Tavern is a wonderful intimate venue. I have seen Sergio Mendez and recently saw Bebel Gilberto in concert at this venue. Every time I have been to the Belly Up Tavern, I purchased a ticket for the loft section. Unfortunately, my recent visit was marred by no-service by the server assigned to the loft seating area (with assigned seats). Upon my arrival I was greeted by Charles, taken to my seat and told that the server would be right over. Unfortunately, Kim or Kimber, as I learned that is her name, made it her job to ignore me all evening, even though I was approximately the 4th person to be seated in that section and she had to walk by me to get to other concert-goers seated after I arrived. I finally got up and went downstairs to the main bar to order my champagne split and returned to my seat. At no point did Kim or Kimber acknowledge or address me, but she did serve the individuals to the left and the right of me. The actions or non-actions of your employee did mar what was to be a relaxing and enjoyable evening seeing Bebel (again) in concert.While I do enjoy going to this venue for shows, I will definitely think twice about returning or recommending the venue to my clients and friends.
Fourth time Ive had dinner before a show here and everything was great every time. Good food, well prepared and a good beer and wine list. Had a tuna steak and the butternut squash tacos as entrees. Great service. Very convenient. Quiet. Not too crowded even at capacity. Reasonable prices. Nice ambiance. The staff is on the ball and coordinated between the restaurant, office, bar and concert hall. Will return!
Went to see/hear Melissa Etheridge. Had a bunch of fun. Cant beat the Belly Up for a small venue with a big sound!.seating for those that need it and plenty of standing room. And food was yummy. service was fast and friendly! Always love the Belly UP
Pretty great venue. Its small so the setting is intimate and you can see the stage easily no matter where you are. And there are two bars on opposite sides of the venue so the line moves quickly. The only downside was they wouldnt let us go outside to drop off merch at the car or to smoke.
Top 5 small music venues in the country! Belly up is fantastic. My 2nd favorite of all time. #1 is the Bottle & Cork in Dewey Beach, DE - 3000 miles away.
Enjoyed the venue and vibe. Great vibe. Was able to get a seat 30 minutes before the show. Good draft beer selection ($9.75 per pint). Got parking a couple of blocks away
We absolutely adore BellyUp! We recently visited for Happy Hour and instantly fell in love with the lively atmosphere. The age group that frequents the place is mostly 40 and above, and we felt right at home among the crowd.
One of the best live music venues in San Diego. Very intimate and not a lot of room but totally with it. Great bands and great staff. I will always be back again and again.
AMAZING VENUE, VERY HUGE!!!! Just Needs Nicer Security Is Only Tip
Belly up Tavern was a great time with our friends. I will definitely bring ear plugs next time because thats my preference when I go to concerts. Service was good and I also had a burger that was pretty deli. We saw a live band here called Ripe and they were awesome!
Always have an amazing time. The bands that play at the Belly Up are always outstanding, and the atmosphere and people who attend are lots of fun.Belly Up never disappoints
This place is a really great spot for live music. I got a seat where I was able to see the stage really good. These people running it were well organized. It fook me an hour and a half to get there, it was worth the time and gas to get there. Im looking forward to more live music and attending again real soon❣
Great venue! I have seen several shows here, different kinds of music, all have sounded fantastic. Love the set up inside, plenty of space and a lot of seating, if you prefer. Bars are well-stocked, and I really appreciate how they are on both sides so you dont have a big clump of people on one side blocking the way. Great acoustics, and everyone is always friendly, even the security people. I love coming here, its probably one of my favorite spots to see live music in all of San Diego.
Great food (the truffle short rub fries!) And great venue for shows. Wow, we had an amazing night. The seating and dance floor were both top notch. We shall be back asap!!
Fun venue that is the perfect size.Update 12/2022: dropped from 5 stars after years of being one of the best concert venues in San Diego from a native. Are they under new management? Ownership? Their neon sign changed after years.Went to a concert last night. The sound guy ruined the great music. So much bass, (I normally love lots of bass), but so much it felt like I was in an old truck in the 70s with blown speakers. Sat in the north west corner area and they must have done construction and not waited long enough to let people not smell it. A noxious PVC pipe glue smell. Different bartenders than normal, a cluster outside with lame security guys for the VIP line and then after the concert were actually making fun of some concert attendees on our way out. Not me, but some excited concert goers. So unprofessional. What happened! So sad.
This place is a gem. It’s quaint. Full of great art. Fantastic bar and staff, and they book the best bands in San Diego. Can’t recommend enough.
Outstanding venue for live music... an intimate experience with great bands, close up. I went to see Spiritualized, who were superb as always. Drink service to the table if you sit down, which was a nice touch. Food in the restaurant was brilliant too, and the staff were all fabulous!
- Address:143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075, United States
- Site:http://www.bellyup.com/
- Phone:+1 858-481-8140
- Live performances:Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
- Bar on site:Yes
- Restaurant:Yes
- Toilets:Yes
- Debit cards:Yes
- NFC mobile payments:Yes
- Credit cards:Yes
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