I was upset about being kicked out of the parking lot prior to 6:15pm. I arrived early to wait on friends and was told by security to move my truck or risk being towed after I had already been parked for over 1 hour. Not happy about that or having to "find" the signs that told me where to park for $10. I found the booth seating fairly comfortable even though the seat cushions moved and were uneven. Ladies restroom was not stocked properly and the bands hadn't started yet. Many people were there and it was very hot and sweaty. I enjoyed the band but overall initial treatment and condition of booths and restroom and how hot it was in there will make me consider returning. I wouldn't order a vodka cranberry either because it didn't taste good. I did like the long island iced tea and fries to end on a positive note.

My first time to this venue was last night for a Thrice concert. I was pretty impressed by the cleanliness and style of the venue, considering I grew up attending Chain Reaction and the Glasshouse. I was pretty worried about standing room only, as I am on crutches and in an orthopedic boot up to my knee from an injury. To my surprise one of the managers Deon lighted my path with a flashlight, directed me to a ADA seating area and pulled me up a chair. What a relief! I wouldn't have to leave early from writhing in pain. Thank you Deon! We have already picked the next show my husband and I will attend. We will be back! Thanks again Deon! We had the best night!

Was there the other night to see Juliette Lewis and her band. The band's superior talent and elevated positive energy made up for the venue's sour audio system. They are amazing & it was so much fun to dance & rock out. Met some really cool and genuine people there, but the overall vibe felt a bit fake & douchey. A few people seemed like it was their mission to be an asshole & make other people miserable who were enjoying the show, it's like they're proud to be apart of "Poserville". In a general admission show, the crowd will sway, you gotta roll with it and have fun. I had an awesome time & can't wait for her next tour. But, it's an extreme long shot on coming back here. Heard from too many people on the venue's poor audio, and now that I've experienced it, there are much better places elsewhere.

My experiences at The Observatory have all been music festivals and they've all been great. Three stages, great lineups, good and drink readily available, lots of restrooms, tons of security (friendly while very effective). As with any well attended event, parking may not be available on site when you show up so be prepared to enjoy a walk in lovely temperate OC, or get a taxi/Lyft/Uber/friend to drop you off and then drive you home afterward. (It's OC, most places can't afford unlimited parking area!). I know they have a constant, daily lineup of performances and someday I'll make it to those, too. We're very lucky to have this venue in our back yard.

I had high hopes for the event (Die Antwoord) at this place.
1. The free parking that is mentioned online, didn't exist.
2. The band started hours and hours late, the opening band was a snooze .
3. Not only did the bouncers cherry picked who could go on the floor as opposed to standing further back, but they were constantly violently pushing crowds of people in, lIke you might shove garbage down a garbage can to make more room. These bouncers were insighting fistfights by pushing people into one another, then throwing the people out. Is this how ensure that they have job for the next event? Justify their presence?
I Won't be back, and I will advise everyone else of my experience.

I attended by first concert here to see Tegan and Sara and I absolutely loved it!! The different levels were great especially for me because I am only 5 ft tall so I had a great view even with my shortness. Loved that it was heavily air conditioned. The food was also great, you have to try the brisket nachos those alone get 5 stars. Service was great and overall it was fantastic. Only thing I would change would be more tables in the outside area. Definitely will go back.

I've loved this venue for a long time. Nowhere else in the OC can you find a place where every spot gives you a good view. Yes, the tickets aren't cheap and it sucks parking for parking and $9 beers. But honestly with the quality of acts they get I don't mind paying a bit extra for a great show with a great view. I've been to at least 4 shows here and I will probably go back for more.

Having read the reviews, I was nervous my experience seeing Phantogram here on October 2nd was going to be horrible but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a small venue but that's what made the concert enjoyable for me. I was able to claim a great spot on the balcony and had a perfect view of an amazing show. I would go back to this venue even though I live in LA and it was a bit of a trek.

I don't know why all the changes and what prompted those changes, but last night not being able to park in front of the venue and had to park a block away and now a parking fee on top of that. Fee still not bad compared to other venues but security not telling anyway til after hours parking there and what was up with all that security last night was over the top ,compared to other years.