I wouldnt come in summer. Even in the winter, there is only 1 heater hangs from the ceiling and you only feel it in 1 spot on the floor. They turned it off at one point and i got colder. Other than that, its interesting.
We saw Wage War, LMTF and Polaris here. Super fun show! Great stage and sound. Friendly staff. Nice bar. My only complaints were the line was crazy long because they didnt open on time and there is no one to answer the phone and answer questions. My suggestion would be at minimum, a voice recording, updated daily with info. We will be back.
Seeing circa survive was absolutely amazing. However, this place had no central air, in fact there was no air moving at all, their sound system cut out at least 10 times, their pos system was down and everything at the bar was cash for a flat $5, their drinks were the most watered down drinks Ive ever had in my life (I ordered a Jameson and gingerale and couldnt even taste either), the servers were rude, the bathroom was disgusting, and the place smells musty. Now all of this aside, the photo of the bathroom shows a little sign, on that sign it said the place has been going through a series of changes due to new management/owners, hopefully this is a one off and not how theyre treating their new business because it could be an awesome bar/club/venue.
Absolutely awful venue! Ever have the urge to stand in a sauna with a few hundred people fully clothed? No? Me either, but that’s exactly what a going to show here was like. No air conditioning and zero seating, by far the most miserable concert experience I’ve ever had!
Ooof. I was hoping for it to be updated from the last time I was there 15 years ago. Sure, they added a bar and get great bands now, but still no ventilation in the building. It was so hot in there, I had to go outside for my asthmas sake and to throw up. I hope to hear that they find a way to cool it down in the near future.
Place has no phone. Sent message to club through messanger and after receiving a reply got no response to any questions. Update... show was very good. Place had a good vibe and Cleveland folks were amazing...great people. Drink prices were good. It does get hot so dress light.Richard
Had a great time on my first visit at the Andy Black show! The sound was great for the whole show and the staff were super friendly. The bathrooms were good and clean. Nice place would definitely return!
Did not live up to its advertisment and very very very costly to buy items
Shiver me timbers and ahoy. This is a great spot to catch a punk or metal show. The pirate themeing throughout adds an extra touch to the show.
This was my first time going to a concert in Cleveland. The venue is a decent size, boat is interesting. Overall experience was ok.
Such a sick place since under new management, definitely a positive change! Great shows and staff. I travel a lot and this is a primo spot. Super sick!
Awesome music venue with friendly staff & a pirate ship inside!!
Awesome venue. Awesome bartenders.
This place is pretty cool. Especially the decor inside. How ever if they are going to have security at the entrance they really should invest in a wond instead of patting people down
Ive been going to this club to watch concerts since the early 90s. Its like the Gothic version of Cheers, old and familiar, where everyone knows your name. Never any problems.My only gripe is that its seriously dark in there. Like bring a flashlight dark. Some more lighting in the club would help. Its in need of a major update, but I know that some people like that bat cave ambiance. The Staff is friendly and drink prices fair. Admission to concerts usually wont break the bank.The Chamber dance club is attached to the Phantasy all in the same building complex. Overall its worth checking out.
Went once with a friend for his birthday. He had us all chip in to cover for it. The selections were weird. The atmosphere was okay, but the place felt really empty. The real problem was that the drinks and food were exorbitantly expensive to the point we didnt even want to order water. We ordered two fruit platters, but it was difficult to enjoy tart fruit when they wouldnt even give you free ice water to wash it down. Even ramen was RIDICULOUSLY expensive. I wish I still had my pix of the menu so you could see what I mean.Id say to sneak in drinks and snax if you think you can get away with it. Otherwise, just go to karaoke night at any bar or freestyle karaoke from YouTube at home. Itd be a way more relaxed atmosphere.
Belphegor and Dark Funeral, live concert was awesome and I will definitely be back for another show.
La Dispute was incredible, but thats to be expected. The venue was dark, dank, poor sound quality, expensive drinks and parking sucked! I drove 2 hours for this??? Staff was at least partially friendly:)
Went to the Vans Wapred tour after party and had a blast there!
Super great and creative venue, more than enough space for the crowds too. Great bars.
This is a great place to see bands up close. The atmosphere is fun. Some of the people there smelled funky, but it still deserves five stars.
The staff is fantastic. The door girl is wonderful. Great venue with intimate atmosphere. Hate to see it go!
Great vibe, not disability friendly.
It is nice & roomy & bathrooms are taken care of but they need more air circulationbecause it gets really warm. Also the bar needs to carry iced tea.
Great staff. New management
Great local music is on a come back!
My boyfriend had a concert back in April 2018 (Evil Lunsr Creatures) . The place was packed and so much fun!!! Great crowd, fun people The parking isnt fun on a very crowded night but Drug Mart closed early that night so we were all able to park there.
75 degrees outside .. no air conditioning.. about 90+ degrees inside before band even started playing.
Awesome historic venue! Cash bar, friendly service, Im gonna miss this place!
Two stars for the two pirate ships in this dump. How about investing in two circulating fans you shitbirds.
A cornerstone in the Cleveland music scene. If its still open make it a point to visit. Hopefully they have another Larry Szyms 80s music dance party.
Great music. Wish they took credit cards. Atm machine has large fee. Beer/drinks pricey
Amazing venue
Many genres play in one night and thats what makes it so good
Employee(s) take credit card details and go on shopping sprees.
Great little venue to see bands. Cash only bar, but not overpriced drinks.
Pirate ship need i say more
Last night at the venue, the end of an amazing era.
Legendary venue. Still needs A.C. though
Awesome I havent performed there in a few years but when the place is fully loaded plus the artists have great music it can be quite epic
Had an AMAZING AWESOME TIME!!!!! Searmanas ROCKS!!!! Both pics are of me and my girl Searmanas!!!!!!!
The bar is cash only and the older male bartender is incapable of making a simple mixed drink. The sound for live shows is abhorrent. If youre Just going to hear a dj and drink beer youll probably be fine.
Closing soon but the quintessential punk club
Good sound for shows. Usually an interesting crowd. Pirate ship is still there.
Closing soon, the Phantasy used to be a hub of the alternative dance scene in Cleveland. Losing it is like losing a piece of Cleveland history.
Okay venue. Drinks expensive including bottled water @ $2. Sound mixing needs work or bring a usb to load into their Behringer X32.
Awesome place to see great new bands...
Great little place to see amazing shows.
Well was the last show ever ! Very hot no a.c. but oh well
Love this venue!!
Been attending concert/events here for nearly 3 decades! A staple of the Cleveland music scene.
Im gonna miss this place
Cleveland landmark, I have watched a bunch of shows and also performed here. Cleveland music history spoken through stickers and markers off stage.
Best sounding venue in Cleveland, love this place.
Average...
4 stars, because its the end of an era.
Is this place ever open?
As far as venues go, its ok.
Low to non-existent crowd.
Sound is terrible....too pricy...
Hasnt changed in over 30 yearsPeople go here for the entertainment, not the atmosphere.
Only drove by
Friendly staff
Friendly staff
Bye.
Cold
It rocks everything about it does
Holy Ship! :) great venue!