The Cabooze

Outdoor shows here are really cool. Indoor shows are very meh. In a weird spot in Minneapolis. Most artists skip this one for small- mid size shows

The only Cabooze I'm interested in is the fake one belonging to my adult movie star gf that you all know as the girl in the heels who never shows her full face or her tats.But this isn't about her. Although everything is, if you ask me. This is a pretty cool plaza where they have bands and shows and Awolnation played here which I didn't see, and what could be better than that? Although you can't really Sail to Minneapolis.I like hanging out here and catching some nice Hindi music shows. That was meant to say Indie, but the Indians should totally play here too. What a Sikh idea. Buddha dunno if they would actually come. It's so damn cold.Minneapolis is a massive music town and really awesome in that regard.

Came here for the Scott Stapp concert tonight. Loved the ambiance and atmosphere there. Also liked the ample amount of ladies bathroom stalls. There wasn't a line up at all. This venue had some nice side and upper seating for those who wanted to enjoy the show and relax with a drink. I would definitely come back for another concert.

I saw my friends band play for his album release- very fun! It was cash only and that is good for the venue but bad for me- I never have cash. There are ATM's, the fee is $3.50, I am glad they were there. The waitress made the drinks strong and top shelf wasn't crazy expensive. The woman working the door was very nice and the sound quality for the bands was amazing! The concrete floor was uneven but other than that it was a very fun place to see a show!

This is one for the MN believe it or not museum.I was here last summer to see Stryper. It was a Christian metal band's 30th anniversary of To Hell with the Devil. I also named my cat after them. I never saw a band here before. Somehow I got it in my head that the audience would be born-again pro-lifers. Not a chance, metal fans win out every time. Michael Sweet still has his body, looks, and voice from years of clean living.Standing room only if you want to see anything. I was off to the side.We ducked out through the other bar to beat the crowd, only to find our car boxed in. Parking gets very creative in this lot when the sun goes down. Fortunately there were some guys hanging around that guided me out. This experience is bucket list material and Basil and I survived it.

We went to an outdoor concert here and really enjoyed it. It was crowded, but the Cabooze planned well for the crowds. Several bars set up, fencing to direct the crowds and plenty of porta potties. Drink prices were reasonable. If you don't like the options at the multiple outdoor bars, you can go inside the Cabooze or Whiskey Junction or The Joint. It's great that it's right across from the Franklin stop on the Green Line. Loved not having to worry about traffic or parking. I would go to a concert here again.

I had the amazing opportunity played a show here once, having never been to The Cabooze, and I was honestly in awe of how cool a venue this place is. It's kind of in the middle of some industrial areas, but once you enter, it's like a whole other world.The venue has tall ceilings, a large stage and enough room for an army of people. I was blown away by how great the sound was in such a large venue, because normally the reverberations drown out vocals and such, but not here!A top notch venue for shows, I can't wait to go back in the future!

I have attended concerts here and I have played here with bands.Cover is inexpensive, the staff has been polite. Finding parking hasnt been an issue. The stage is easy to see and the dance floor is plentiful. Sometimes seating is limited. I dont recall having tried any drinks or food. I've never had a problem parking even if I had to park on the street.They seem to have a wide variety of music there. I've seen/played everything from bluegrass to reggae.If I were invited to a concert here again, or asked to play here again, I wouldnt hesitate.

I came to the cabooze tonight. The bartender, Jake, actually cared how I was feeling and doing. I cant remember a time a location, unless with a personal reason, cared I wanted water. Thank you, Jake.

I feel like the Cabooze falls right into that "love it or hate it, better to know what to expect before you go" kind of place. It's a really fun place to see a show. It has a lot of history and a lot of character. It is not a cookie cutter venue in the best of ways. When you first walk in, you get carded and pay at the window. You get a wristband and off you go. There's a big bar right in the middle of the room.Things to know: It aint fancy. I hesitate really to call it a dive bar since it seems more of a storied venue than that to me. But it's dark. It can get hot. People get drunk. It's good to wear nice solid close-toed shoes. That kind of place. But if you are down, you can have a really good time hanging out here for a night.Beer list isn't fancy. You could argue it's a bit overpriced. But a $4 PBR tallboy is always going to be a good choice, so that's what I stick with. There's both an open floor and some seating. So you can kind of choose the vibe that works for you. Feel like being mellow and enjoying the show? You can camp out at a table and chill. Feel like getting drunk and dancing your butt off? Head for the floor. I was super impressed with the bar staff, who were professional, on point and kept things around the bar under control. Other notes: Yeah, parking stinks sometimes. It is what it is. Cabooze is, as many people have mentioned, cash only, so be ready for that. There's an ATM in the corner, but probably best to come packing some cash. Other than that, come expecting a good time. Be aware of yourself and your stuff. Bring friends. Have fun. That is about it!