The Fillmore Minneapolis

This is a great venue for music. I went to a show with friends, day of, and were able to buy our tix at the box office which I appreciate. Online fees are ridiculous and if a venue offers a way for you to get tix where you don't have to pay ($12+ in this instance), I'm in. The venue itself is beautiful. The chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, Great sightlines from the floor, sides and even a small seating area, looking across the floor and right at the stage. All of this combined, really makes this a fantastic venue. But the price gouging for drinks and ticket fees knock this back a star. Tip: The box office is easy! You can even quickly run in if you park with the hotel check-in roundabout drop off (leave someone in the car just in case), while you won't get a paper ticket like you do when you do this with First Avenue venue events - please offer this), you do get a text or it goes to the app and boom, there is your ticket. You just need to make sure the office is open. When it is, you can even buy tix for future shows. Extra cost? $2.50. I'll take that every day and plus it gets my butt down to the North Loop to do something else. Win. Win.

I've been to the Fillmore for a handful of shows and it's always been a great experience. I appreciate the extra security measures they have in place along with the opportunity to bring in a non clear bag. The drinks are a bit on the expensive side but what concert venue isn't? There are plenty of places nearby to pregame anyway. There are lots of parking ramps and paid off street parking within walking distance. The sound quality is great. There is usually standing room generadmission on the floor and premium seating upstairs on the balcony.

I hadn't been to the Fillmore but last night was my first show at the venue. And I was seriously impressed! The venue is really gorgeous on the inside. Clean, easy to navigate, great space. Anywhere you stand you'll feel close to the stage. And the sound is AWESOME, unlike some other venues (venue) in the Twin Cities...(cough cough iykyk). Inside the main area, there are these really cool and large chandeliers that hang from the ceiling and that look so cool with all the lights going. The staff here is also awesome. There were a few seemingly medical issues during the show and they were extremely quick with getting to the person and providing them aid. ALSO: huge perk, they give out FREE WATER. I truly believe all concert venues should do this, so I'm glad the Fillmore took it upon themselves to do so. They had water jugs and cups at the bar that you could self-pour. And the water was ICE cold. Incredible.So thanks Fillmore and thanks Renee Rapp for a killer show last night!!

I was at the Fillmore for Royal Blood. I was happy to discover the extra GA space upstairs. If I don't try for the barrier, my usual strategy it to hang out near the sound desk, but that was ruined by lots of tall guys in front of me. Upstairs I could see better though my phone didn't record sound very well from that angle, it was fine for my ears. I was driving and planned to go out for food later, so I didn't have any food or drink. One of my friends got a $26 margarita! She liked it but thought the price was inflated. Bathrooms were very nice and clean on both levels. I would certainly go back if another favorite band is playing here.

So close to the Target field, it's easy to use my typical Twins Game Routine to get to the Fillmore. Ramps are easily accessible within walking distance. I wouldn't suggest side street parking unless you're a seasoned pro. It's a great neighborhood to find a bite or drinks beforehand. There is an easy and fast bag search as you enter. The staff were very friendly and were on top of their game. The venue itself is beautiful with chandeliers in a modern and fun space. There's really not a bad seat in the house because of its small setting. It's standing room only so you can mosey how you wish. You can call ahead if you require seats. They have many photo opportunities. The lighting is on point. I hope to return and see some more live shows.

Fine space, but outrageously expensive drinks and long lines that seem like they could be avoided. I tried to order a Manhattan, but they don't carry vermouth, so they offered just bourbon. I asked for a splash of ginger ale to cut it, which the bartender did. The price list on the wall said "spirits start at $13." My bourbon with splash of soda was $29.78. Not normal pricing for a non-fancy drink in Minneapolis, even at a show. At the end of the show, they closed the upstairs restrooms, so everyone had to use the downstairs bathroom, leading to (unsurprisingly) long lines. Just an annoying experience.

I came here for the Taylor Swift party on a Saturday night. Getting to the venue was relatively easy-there's a gas station close by if you need a place to be dropped off/picked up that isn't the venue. Getting into the Fillmore was quick and efficient, which I appreciated. The space is intimate and smaller, but not too crowded. There are some funky chandeliers which makes for a fun atmosphere. There were two bars and the bathrooms outside the main area was easy to get to. I would definitely consider attending another event or show here.

I saw Ashnikko here in September and was blown away by how gorgeous this place is, the prettiest venue I've been to in Minneapolis and I saw a lot of them recently. Sound quality was great, balcony view was amazing and the veggie burger was delicious.

Recently went to my first show here and really liked the venue! It's on the smaller size compared to some others in the area, but it works! The decor is fun, the chandeliers in the main area give it a fun vibe. Enough room to dance or move around. Like most other venues, drinks were pretty pricey ($16 for a tall boy topo chico). They had a coat check, but the line was pretty long both for drop off and pick up. Super close to the light rail and several parking garages for easy parking options!

Preposterously priced drinks, rude staff, weak sound system. This venue oversells concerts to the point that you can't even move. Rail cocktails cost over $20. Security is so slow we arrived early and still waited over 40 minutes with 5 degree temperature outside. I could go on. Avoid this place!!