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March 15, 2013
One of the oldest dance halls in Toronto, the Phoenix attracts an all-ages, all-races crowd that includes straights and gays. As a rock venue, it showcases such artists as Screaming Headless Torsos and Patti Smith. On the weekends, it gets the crowds dancing with a mixture of retro, Latin, alternative, and funk.
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January 25, 2010
The Phoenix Concert Theatre is 18, 000 square feet of eclectic grandeur encompassing three distinct environments.
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October 30, 2010
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August 23, 2010
Reviews [3]
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Great concerts, cool venue
The Phoenix is a really awesome place to catch a concert, or just to have a few drinks on the weekend. I really love the look and feel of this place: it is very dark but they have some cool artwork on the walls, great lighting, and some vibrantly-coloured highlights throughout. The place actually consists of two separate rooms, one of which is more of a lounge with pool tables, and the other is more of a club area that has a dance floor, and a large balcony up top that’s equipped with its own bar, couches, and chairs. The bartenders were mostly nice (there are several bars throughout the club) but sometimes you had to wait a while for a drink because the bartender didn’t pay attention to who was there first. Also, the people working security were not very nice at all, and were actually kind of rude. But aside from the bouncers being mean, overall the Phoenix is a fantastic place to spend a night out.
Sketch Area, Good Concert Venue
This place is pretty decent for concerts. They have good bands play and it is always a great time. I just hate the area it is in....it's a little sketchy so be careful when you are walking home afterwards!
Good Music
I've been going to the Phoenix for years, Great time on Halloween they throw an amazing party I think that's what got me hooked plus it was a rock club which is rare in the city now a days.
The place itself is massive with a Giant massive main room (where sometimes lots of famous bands will play) They also have a smaller lounge type room with pool tables and they have another lounge type room upstairs over the main room which big cozy couches.
The place is fun never the less. as I said before lots of good bands have played there over the years.
Editorial Reviews from the web
English
June 17, 2012
The Phoenix is an old-school rock venue -- shows are standing-room-only -- and it has a loyal local following. It has showcased such legends as the New York Dolls, Patti Smith, and Gang of Four, while newer stars such as Neko Case and the Raveonettes have also gigged here. On the weekends, it gets the crowds dancing with a mix of retro, Latin, alternative, and funk.
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frommersca
August 09, 2007
The Phoenix Concert Theatre is like a big warehouse with good sight-lines to watch live music, including a second floor mezzanine in the back.
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Experienced this club at the awesome Village People Concert
July 21, 2014This concert was SO awesome! It was well set up and organized with constant entertainment while waiting for the main act! It was hosted by Proud 103.9 (who I won tickets from) and they made it even better with lots of give-aways as well as taking pictures of everyone and posting on their twitter account. The only issue I had... more
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Great little concert venue
April 07, 2014Recently caught Boy & Bear here on their North American Tour. It was great seeing them play live in an intimate setting (compared to what I'd previously seen them play in Australia) and it was an excellent show overall. The venue had great acoustics and it was easy to get a great view of everything. Security were fine and getting... more
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Decent, intimate concert venue
June 15, 2013Came to Toronto to see Darren Criss at the Phoenix Concert Theatre. Its a smallish place, a dance hall from what I read. One stands for concerts here. There is a balcony area that has some table seating. There is a public parking lot across the street. The cost is reasonable. There is a "machine" one pays and gets a... more
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The best little concert venue in Toronto
May 11, 2013This place is located at 410 Sherbourne St. a short distance by subway & streetcar to Toronto Downtown. It is an awsome venue for rock concerts. We went to see Melanie Fiona on May 3, 2013. It was a great concert and we love the place!
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Nice bar staff, good for shows, but
April 30, 2013Security have a severe chip on their shoulders. Rude doesn't describe it. Kind of took the win right out of my sails for the show. Overall, a good place to catch a nice intimate concert.
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Andy Kim Christmas Concert @ the Phoenix
March 08, 2013Great old school live music venue with easy access to multiple bars on two levels. Good sound and light show. Seems to be an easy walk back to Yonge for something from the Big Slice.
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Great venue to catch a show
August 04, 2012The Phoenix did not disappoint with great sound and easy beer access. The facilities were limited with but a few dozen chairs (all in the balcony area) and the place is a bit slow to get in and out of due to being a bit of a labyrinth. Not pretty, not comfortable, but atmospheric and exactly what it should be... more
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Poor facilities
June 21, 2012Insufficient restrooms, the women's restroom was overflowing and filthy. There were no chairs for the older concert goers. There were zero chairs anywhere on the first floor and the employees wouldn't let me take a chair and sit down even at the back. It is a run down place.
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so goog we can't remember
June 15, 2012went to a concert, great venue, low key area so you won't come across the pretencious type of crowd. drinks all night long always helps :) safe walking distance to our hotel/b&b, plenty cabs available
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great venue for an amazing concert
March 04, 2012The Phoenix is always a top notch venue to catch a show. I hadn't been in probably 10 years prior to seeing The Walkmen perform this weekend. The show was incredible, but the venue always fits the bill. Very cool atmosphere and reasonable ways to get drinks without waiting in line forever.
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The Darkness concert
February 03, 2012Great venue, it wasn't hot inside, lots of other areas of the bar to go if you didn't want to be directly down in front of the stage. Well organized event.
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So glad we went
December 18, 20113 great bands, one awesome location! I was pleasantly surprised at the set-up - we were front and centre in balcony chairs to enjoy the show from the 19+ area. As our backs aren't what they once were, this was a fantastic way to hit the club. AND, it's just around the block from our favorite place to stay in... more
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Great Venue for concerts
November 27, 2011I love the intimate space for concerts here. It doesn't matter where you stand you can see the artists and feel like you are a part of the show.
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Unqualified and abusive door security
October 19, 2011I had purchased two tickets to see a show taking place at the Phoenix Concert Theatre. After waiting with my girlfriend in a very long ticket check line up I had a very insulting, bossy and out of context comment made to me by the man checking my ID and tickets. I was a few feet ahead, being a gentleman and no threat to security at all waiting for my girlfriend to get through id check. The... more
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Unique Concert Venue
March 20, 2011Love the balance between most popular/mainstream concerts and audiences to that of the local scene. Had lots of the fun at the Good Charlotte concert!! I do usually prefer the mainstream stuff but the atmosphere was very (positively) different than what i'm used to which was great!
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Club/concert venue
March 17, 2011Phoenix is a rare and unique place for those to party and listen to live concerts within the city. Rare gem in the east end of downtown Toronto!
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March 17, 2011
Whether you like the local scene or the bands you hear on the radio 100000 times everyday, Phoenix lets you pick and choose and in my opinion, their wide variety has something for everyone! Great stage setup and sound too.
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Business Description from the Web
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August 02, 2014
Live music venue with three different sections. The Main Room features a large dance floor and five bars, Le Loft features an overhanging balcony and lounge seating, and the Parlour, which has it's own dance floor. Past performers include The Rolling Stones, Green Day and The Tragically Hip. Call for complete lineup. Sat., $10.
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whereca
August 02, 2011
Phoenix Concert Theatre has enough rooms to cater to most musical tastes. The Retro parlor has a full stage and DJ booth, along with the club's own Go-Go dancers. Other rooms are designed to create a variety of atmospheres, from the loft, a martini-lounge sofa room, to the main Room, a venue for concerts that has hosted the likes of Sarah Maclachlan and the Smashing Pumpkins. Cover charges vary... more
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wcitiesca
January 25, 2010
At the Phoenix, the acts are always exciting and concert nights feel like extra-special events. Besides the concerts, weekends at the Phoenix include dancing with live-to-air DJs. The surroundings are impressive, the bar is long and there is plenty of space to sit and watch the goings-on. The club has three different rooms: The Main Room features a large dance floor, leading edge sound, five... more
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