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Photo City Music Hall
543 Atlantic Ave #2, Rochester, NY 14609, United States
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Sh
Review №1

I was so happy to experience live music again tonight. Photo City has done a great job ensuring safety, entertainment, and delicious food from sticky soul bbq. Wishing everyone at this venue continued success through these crazy times. Thank you for giving us back the music.

Je
Review №2

Really cute place! I love the chandeliers and leopard print on the walls! Only have been here once for a Vampire ball, but it looks like they can take on a bunch of themes. Cant wait to go back for other events!

Je
Review №3

Had a sick time whole place was beautiful

Cl
Review №4

Very cool place.. Owner and staff are great..

Ji
Review №5

We had fun. Not a traditional burlesque show but it was still fun.

Et
Review №6

Always a fun time here!As a normal patron, Johnny and Tony always provide a great experience at the bar.Bob does great on the production side of things!

Ti
Review №7

Great little bar with a huge area in the back. Friendly staff, nice decor... You have to see it to believe it.

Je
Review №8

Great place to see live music! Very unique decor that you can take pics with!

Ia
Review №9

This is a beautiful venue. I was there for the first time and have to say I was thoroughly impressed. The design is great and the chandeliers are a great touch!

Jo
Review №10

Hands down the best sound and lighting in the Rochester NY area! Shows range from punk to metal to edm to comedy and everything in-between!

Ly
Review №11

Had a blast. The comedy was great and so was the service.

Co
Review №12

The bartender was super dreamy. And made me the best Corona Ive ever had.

Ki
Review №13

I have contacted the owner numerous times trying to book the venue for a private event 8 months in advance.....No return phone call after being referred and or 6 attempts. It cant be because the sound of my voice, theres numerous pics of different clientele .

Br
Review №14

Awesome venue for shows! The parking is on-site, well lit and the staff are really friendly

Ne
Review №15

Went to see a play my best friend Wrote and Produced. The space was perfect very nice and somewhat classy.

Ky
Review №16

Security is wack event host are fire tho so keep em coming

Ga
Review №17

Just attended a concert here, It had amazing sound quality, as well as an enchanting interior.

Ka
Review №18

Cool bar with fun events going on all the time. The bar area itself is somewhat small and has no seating, but the back area with the stage is pretty spacious. The stage can be difficult to view depending on the set up because its pretty low to the ground. Its impossible to see anything from the raised back area if there is a crowd standing near the stage. It can also get pretty hot in there when its super crowded, but in the non-summer months it doesnt get too bad.

Ja
Review №19

Lots of different shows here and always a lot of fun.The bartenders are friendly and fun and it is always a good time to stop by.

St
Review №20

Awesome little venue. The fact one can drink outdoors is a bit weird but on the whole really nice if youre a smoker or just need to get some air and dont want to either leave your beverage unattended or chug it. 5/5 would rave again.

Ga
Review №21

Great venue to see bands. Super hip, full bar.

Mo
Review №22

Unique place, attended Vampire Ball there which was great fun, cant speak to the improv shows though as I have not seen.

Yo
Review №23

I visited this establishment for a comedy show put on by a comedian named Joel James. I had a great time. The seating was comfortable and the staff was friendly. I frequent this place very often so I have had this experience countless times. For That, I will give it 5 stars.

Mo
Review №24

Fun. Went to a show. Great crowd. Nice place. Lots of parking.

Al
Review №25

Love coming to this place to check out the really awesome performers of Bewitched Burlesque Sideshow. They put on a great show!

Al
Review №26

Wish it had a second bar but great spot

A.
Review №27

A Nice Comfortable Place to Have A Good Laugh.

Ch
Review №28

Went to the burlesque show here and it was amazing. Lovely ladies, awesome show, great place and nice atmosphere.

Gr
Review №29

Nice little venue. Great people and sound

Sa
Review №30

The comedy show was really good. Nice atmosphere too.

Ty
Review №31

This place is a really nice venue. I saw a few bands playing here and it sounded great, was very inviting, and it helps that they have a pretty nice bar, too. I definitely want to come back for some improv.

Ed
Review №32

Photo City Improv deserves to become a Rochester Landmark. Open parking, fun atmosphere, well equipped with televisions a projector and sound booth, troop of great performers, and management that will get to know you. When you leave photo-city you want it to succeed which creates a valuable connection to the community.Suggestions: Keep hours that boring suburb folks such as myself can get behind. Late night is cool but you know what else is cool? Being a well rested and productive member of society.Also I hope that Photo-City becomes more of a resource for young performers. I can see that photo city is already headed in that direction and it makes me happy.Great place, come help it survive its first years!

Mi
Review №33

Great venue! Friendly staff

Gr
Review №34

I always have a blast at photo city! Thanks Talents Comedy Takeover!!

za
Review №35

Fantastic sound, great setup, loud music, and cheap drinks

Tr
Review №36

They seem like a bar that puts off a heavy metal vibe but they are not. They have neon skulls behind the bar and witch stuff on the wall, and coffins, but when I request for them to play metal music they refuse and play 80s music. Seems like just a strip club if you want to pay for the show.

Li
Review №37

Got to see Cryptic Wisdom live in concert with douuble you!!!

Lo
Review №38

Loved it, it was nice to go to an event that made my soul smile.

ke
Review №39

Great music event and awesome staff. Always worth the trip there for a fun time.

Pa
Review №40

Great show last night, Lee Camp! Very funny! Love his insight and communication of the corporate world we live in.Perfect atmosphere and the staff are wonderful. We had a great time and were treated like royalty.

Mi
Review №41

Family vibe everytime I go

Ta
Review №42

The bands were awesome here. Venue is cool as well.

Bo
Review №43

This is my home away from home. Its cozy, its friendly and very accommodating. The staff is amazing. Every artist Ive spoken to loves performing there.

ca
Review №44

Wow burlesque show wow..had a great time.

Sa
Review №45

I was very pleasantly surprised by this venue! Went here for some local DJs and the venue itself was great, bartenders were awesome, and it was just all around great. I will definitely be back to check out some more bands !

Ki
Review №46

Loved it! That Johnny is the bees knees!!! Great people. Great service.

Sh
Review №47

Great place to have fun also tons of edm events like this comment if its useful please

Da
Review №48

This is a great little venue both for music and comedy events. The acoustics of the room are great and the look is on point! Go check it out some time!

Ra
Review №49

Great alt bar upfront, hosts raves for our burgeoning house/techno scene. much love.

Th
Review №50

Best venue for live music in Rochester!!

Ec
Review №51

Great bartenders and good shows. Very reasonable cover charges.

Ch
Review №52

Went for Live podcast, was a intimate setting

Ve
Review №53

Nice comedy spot. Show was good, but the restaurant portion needs improvement. First time I was here, I was served cold food and was told it couldnt be changed because the kitchen was closed. Second time, the kitchen closed within 15 minutes of the show starting so I was not able to order any food. Also, needs more seafood and/or vegetarian options.

Er
Review №54

The interior decor is beautiful and I love going there to watch my friends burlesque shows. However... the bouncers there are very critical. Both my fiance and one of our friends had moments there where they would just walk funny or even when they would fall down the steps... theyre somehow considered drunk and would be asked to leave. Way to ruin someones good time, ya know?

Ka
Review №55

I love working events at this venue. Hottest spot in town. Everyone that works here is wonderful and good looking :)

Je
Review №56

Owner made a spectical in front of paid customers..quite sad and embarrassing

Co
Review №57

Love the music and story line

Ti
Review №58

Atmosphere was dope and the music was good

Ma
Review №59

Absolutely amazing!! Beautiful environment, a mix of culture couldnt ask for more. A bit underground mixed with new and old, culture! Comedy to raving and everything between! Stop down and have a blast!

Cr
Review №60

This bar & music venue has a loungy retro vibe with a seperate bar & event area (you know in case you actually want to hear what your friends are saying when you go to a show.) Depending on the night you can find a really diverse variety of performers here from local acts to worldwide touring bands.

Sa
Review №61

Enjoyed the comedy and drinks on a very cold night. Interesting catered food.

JA
Review №62

Awesome decor. Nice staff. Cool entertainment line ups and decent drinks. Check it out!

br
Review №63

I watched an entire comedy show without a lick of alcohol and i (angrily and soberly) laughed the entire time. Im not happy about that... or am I? Not sure. Take that as you may.

Ro
Review №64

The Rochester Vampire Ball was most amazing

se
Review №65

Cool atmosphere, nice staff, good little venue for a show.

Wi
Review №66

Great placewith great atmosphere.

Ju
Review №67

Love the burlesque shows

Lu
Review №68

Amazing Halloween themed bar, great staff, clean, safe

Co
Review №69

Went there for a night event and was lied to at the door about them serving alcohol. I payed a 20 dollar cover to be lied to at the door and not get service, staff was extremely rude and told me to get out if I dont like it.

Sh
Review №70

Nice venue, but not really ideal for dancing

Ad
Review №71

What a great place to meet up with friends ..some of the best shows in rochester. Here ..and food ..dont forget about. The greatt! Bbq you can gettt at sticky lips !!!!

D
Review №72

Great atmosphere here

Br
Review №73

Electronic music shows here are a lot of fun! They have a dance floor, bar, and plenty of parking.

Tr
Review №74

They have a consistent music lineup on weekends and other acts as well perform there. A cool dancehall.

Me
Review №75

Gorgeous interior with good acoustics. Bar was reasonably priced and staff wad really accomidating.

La
Review №76

I had a great time

Tr
Review №77

Fun atmosphere, awesome Burlesque show!

An
Review №78

Friendly and attentive staff

Kr
Review №79

Had such a great time, cant wait to go back

Da
Review №80

Love my popeyes

Fa
Review №81

Cool room to play a show and very nice staff! Thank you for having Ruckzuck!

Do
Review №82

I really wish zero was an option. My girlfriend was just here and a security guard sexually assaulted her and tried to take her into a back room and the when she freaked out he tried to have her kicked out for being to drunk. Highly unprofessional! Get rid of your scummy sleasy security guards and do better!

Te
Review №83

Eclectic space. If you are looking for a hole in the wall type of space this is it.

Pr
Review №84

Had a great night. The comedians were hilarious, and it was a great time.

In
Review №85

Just Beautiful place so clean and the staff in Amazing the Comics are just Great Funny as Heck the Food is so great I love the Different varieties they haveYou looking to have good food and a laugh come out here

Ro
Review №86

The food is usually pretty good and portion sizes are good for the price. However​, I dont know if its bad luck on my part or just the way things are, but seems like every time I go the service is always very slow.

Ro
Review №87

Fun and exciting new venue! Great staff! Cool decorating

Ky
Review №88

Awesome them and decent stage for shows. They had Genny specials the night I went.

De
Review №89

What a great venue space that has a lot of character to it. Staff and security were friendly.

Ne
Review №90

I had a fun time there! Great bar, great staff!

Mi
Review №91

Awesome place to jam at!

Ho
Review №92

My kinda placeIt was dead but I felt welcomed piercings, tats,and being unique welcomed.

Pe
Review №93

Local bands, nice venue.

Ka
Review №94

Great bar! Always a good time

Ke
Review №95

Owner Dan keeps the hits coming and the beers cheap.

Ke
Review №96

Great place with great staff and convenient location

Ch
Review №97

Great atmosphere

An
Review №98

Drinks are pricey but good vibes all around

Ra
Review №99

Cool music venue, great drink prices and choices, funky decor.

De
Review №100

Nice building...terrible booking. They only book their friends for live music. So forget seeing any variety there.

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4.6 Rating
  • Address:543 Atlantic Ave #2, Rochester, NY 14609, United States
  • Site:http://photocitymusichall.com/
  • Phone:+1 585-451-0047
Categories
  • Comedy club
  • Bar
  • Live music venue
  • Dance club
  • Event venue
  • Live music bar
  • Night club
Working hours
  • Monday:6pm–12:30am
  • Tuesday:6pm–12:30am
  • Wednesday:3–8pm
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:6pm–12am
  • Sunday:6pm–12am
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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