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The Rock Box
1223 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205, United States
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C.
Review №1

Good please for watching live, local talent. Everything was very clean and the snack options were nice.

Tr
Review №2

Badass venue for live music!! Would definitely recommend if youre a local band needing a venue or a patron.

Gl
Review №3

Its great that they have expanded this venue. Pretty good security and wide open. We were able to park right behind the venue in the Rock Box lot for only $10 too. Great show and experience overall!

C.
Review №4

First place in San Antonio that allowed dancing Friday Oct 23rd... and proposed to my fiancé same night

Ma
Review №5

I didnt like the lack of tables and no re entry policy even though I had digital tickets and a wristband they put on me. Sometimes the bands suck and you just want to grab some food from across the street til the headliner hits the stage.

Bu
Review №6

Terrible owner and terrible excuse for a legit venue, fake people and fake bands, dont waste your time

Cr
Review №7

Great place to catch local talent

Mi
Review №8

Great Energy good vibes nice place

Gr
Review №9

Nice venue.... was surprised that not more came out to see British Lion, Steve Harris side project. Still sounded very good and venue was very intimate

Ja
Review №10

Great local venue for touring acts.. park across the street. Drinks high but good act and fast. Sounds ok inside.

Jo
Review №11

Great place to see live bands up and close.

Ca
Review №12

Very nice staff. My work rented this venue for a private concert and they were all very kind. Restrooms were clean and well stocked. Bartender was good and fast. Venue is on the smaller size but more than enough for 100+ people. Limited parking.

De
Review №13

Covid 19 READY EVERY ONE WAS 6ft

ca
Review №14

Great big venue for bands. Looks to be mainly for standing room only by the stage. Had about a dozen tables with a few chairs in the back. Mixed drink selection at the bar but I only stuck with beer during this visit

va
Review №15

Nice place to rock out .

Th
Review №16

Great building, wide open spaces and plenty of friendly staff. Went there for a concert to see Stryper and it was great. The location isnt all appealing but once inside you dont even remember where the location is.

vi
Review №17

Our reggae band Saltwater Slide played here. Great venue, very big. Would go/play there again.

Wa
Review №18

Not legit and the owner is greasy

Ga
Review №19

The a/c wasnt working the night I was there. Great show no thanks to these people. I wont return.

Co
Review №20

They have great bands that come and play here. Gets really hot and stinky since a bunch of people like to get mixed up in the mosh pit. Just be careful of your surroundings because you never know if you will get mixed up in it unintentionally. Staff is great and fast to react to disturbances. I paid $3 for a flat Diet Coke. Not my go to venue but I’ll only be here if it’s a band I HAVE to see.

V
Review №21

THE BAND PHENOMENAL, STELLAR !!!

Ja
Review №22

Tons of awesome bands of many genres come through including my friends bands Becoming Sons and Relent. Also seen Red here too. Bar available as well.

De
Review №23

Great venue! Great opening acts. Powerman 5000 was epic!

Ri
Review №24

Music good prices bad.

Lu
Review №25

I have gone to the rock box multiple times but tonight Sept 19 I was a rock show and like ALL ROCK SHOWS there was MOSHING which is absolutely acceptable and most of the time encouraged my the band!!! But when there are people up front trying to start fights because the scene around them is too rowdy and security does nothing to defuse the situation is ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE, YOUR SORRY EXCUSE FOR A STAFF NEEDS IMPROVEMENT

Fr
Review №26

Caught Marty Friedman here Aug 17, 2017 & this was my first visit to this venue. They keep it super awesome cool in this place which is a big plus in my book. Drink prices ok, but they bend you over for a small bottle of water($3). The facilities were clean, the bartender chick was pretty lifeless & miserable, the sound & light were kick-ass, & parking is $5 down the street or directly across the street @ Spaghetti Warehouse. Id definitely go back & I recommend this venue

Ro
Review №27

Very awesome venue, went to see one of my favorite bands and tickets were insanely cheap. Smaller place which I liked, has a much more personal feel and you dont have to fight for a view of the stage. Bartenders were friendly and drinks were good. Im sure ill be going back to this place again and looking forward to it.

Ke
Review №28

It is really nice spacious place for a venue. Great sound quality, nice lights, big fan to cool people down and a chill atmosphere. The only thing that was pretty gross to me were the restrooms, they didnt look clean smelled horrible and no toilet paper or napkins ? Good prices on drinks as well.

Li
Review №29

Great venue! I photograph bands here often, and always have a very positive experience.

Mi
Review №30

Outdoor venue good for winter time not Texas summers. Went to papa roach concert sound cut out twice. Venue will not give refund. They said in a press release it was not their fault.

Ch
Review №31

No trouble.... No hassle, but, No chains, spikes or weapons allowed. Guaranteed a Rocking party !

Ad
Review №32

It was my first visit to the Rock Box and I had a great time! Excellent small venue, placing almost everyone in attendance in close proximity to the bands.

Sa
Review №33

Great chance to see favorite bands and support local music in one place

To
Review №34

We had my best friends memorial here! It was very cool! I would love to go back.

Bu
Review №35

Even through it wasnt too big the atmosphere with everyone just headbanging made it feel so good. Its decently noticeable from the curb and has easy access in and out. Bar is big and has a good inventory. The interior is well made and the outside looks ok but then again its not suppose to be pretty since its a bar

Ma
Review №36

If I could give 0 stars I would!! Made a $15 charge for drinks and automatically closed out after that 1 purchase. Come to find out the bartender added a $40 tip onto my tab!! ALWAYS CARRY CASH WHEN GOING TO THIS PLACE!!!

Al
Review №37

Great venue for live music! So much fun, the perfect combination between an underground show and a main stage show.

Am
Review №38

The Tim Burton Ball was awesome!

Li
Review №39

I’ve visited the rock box before in the past and have never had a problem. Last night was a little different. It was different enough for me to decide I will NEVER spend another penny to support this establishment ever again. And unfortunately this is mostly credited to the bouncers and wait staff. During our time at the rock box on September 19th, we encountered 2 different events of being to “rowdy” for moshing and security did nothing to encourage patrons of the lesser “rowdy ness” to go to the back of the venue where moshing did not occur. Also, when ordering drinks at the bar, prices changed. One time I paid $18 for 3 tequilas which you would think would be equivalent to $6 a shot. But then other times I paid $10 a shot..... same bartender different prices..... this is my opinion, if you want to rock out do not go to the rock box. Do not spend your time or money here.

Jo
Review №40

Great club. Bar queues are way to long and it needs better AC too.

Sh
Review №41

This is one of the best bars in town. The acoustics are good for the main building. Cheap drinks and a great atmosphere.

Ap
Review №42

I love the lady who helped us get a VIP section!! She was so sweet!! Great venue too! Not too big and not too small.

gi
Review №43

This is a great intimate concert venue. Im not a fan of being in a crowd of a few thousand people so this venue is just right for me.

Vi
Review №44

My husband and I had a great time at this place. Loved the vibe and the space itself.

Ke
Review №45

It was awesome clean restrooms but need trash can in stalls. For my first time it was a good experienceHad a good time with Saxon concert. Beer was good and the Jack and coke AWESOME DUDE

fe
Review №46

Nice little music venue. Better than one I went to in Abilene.

Mi
Review №47

Cool place. Wrong night? A bunch of local Headbangers. Seems that I missed Papa Roach the week before.

Ja
Review №48

My favorite venue to see bands at. Staff is great. Wish the beer selection was a bit better.

K
Review №49

Pretty nice venue but the bathrooms could be cleaner

Lo
Review №50

Awesome venue. My favorite in San Antonio

Da
Review №51

Omg the best sound you guys give justice to the bands at your place I and my family loved it rock on you badassis

Ra
Review №52

Awesome rock bar in the middle of downtown San. Antonio. Great layout, could use a few more tall tabletops with barstools. And play a variety of music in between bands instead of just one group the whole break.....Great Metal band venue...

Li
Review №53

Gotta do something about the air conditioning. Its almost always super hot.

Ca
Review №54

The acoustics were awesome in this venue, as were the sound guys. The show was high energy and lots of fun. There is so much space, its a good show venue for a standing show. Being from ATX, we were looking for a better beer selection, but the bar staff was awesome. We had a little trouble at the door with our pre -purchased tickets, but eventually made it in. It made for a really fun night.

Be
Review №55

Went here to see Rittz last November loved it but they really need to get some better music

Sa
Review №56

Came for a concert for Philip and The Illegals. The place was just right for the event just wished the drinks were good. Beer was slightly chill but not cold enough and the whiskey and coke was mostly coke. Recommendation pre game before hand. Other than that i loved the cleanliness inside and the fans to keep it cool!!! Still had a good time.

Je
Review №57

Upon my first visit here, I ultimately came to the conclusion that this venue is pretty adequate for any type of show. I was there to see the legendary GORGUTS. Their set was great; they never perform poorly. The sound was good, the beer was surprisingly affordable ($6 for a Shiner) compared to other venues, and the venue had some good space. The only downside is that the venue, or the promoter, gave the incorrect set time for Gorguts and I walked in almost 10 minutes late. That is not cool. They need to stick to the set times.

TR
Review №58

Saw hed PE tether it was great

Ky
Review №59

Great venue!!! Adelitas Way rocked.

Sh
Review №60

Place is badass, lots of room to run around and it is air conditioned

An
Review №61

An enjoyable venue have gone to two shows while Ive been in San Antonio and I plan on going no more I recommend this venue for sure!

Lo
Review №62

I had to lower my rating because the last time we visited there it was like they had no air conditioning on it was a freaking sweatbox they should change the name to sweatbox

Ro
Review №63

Great place to play with your band. BEAUTIFUL PLACE. TREMENDOUS HI TECH SOUND SYSTEM.Can be rented out for Concerts to Wedding Receptionist. Talk to Michelle. Shes the owner.YOU WOULD NOT BELIEVE THE DRESSING ROOMS FOR THE BAND.HAVE TO SEE TO BELIEVE

Is
Review №64

Good setting, drinks arent too expensive and theres plenty of room to stand, sit and mosh. However, I do wish that there was more seating available

Th
Review №65

Great sized place with air conditioning. Nicely decorated and kept clean.

Je
Review №66

Great spot for concerts, always a great time.

Da
Review №67

The best place in San Antonio to rock n roll.

DJ
Review №68

Always a great time! 2 venues, top San Antonio promoters... awesome sound and enjoy some drinking! Lets rock to every genre of music here!

Pa
Review №69

Nice and cool inside. Plenty of bathrooms. Two seperate bars and great prices for beers.

Bl
Review №70

Clean spacious venue for events.

Le
Review №71

Its nice. Looking forward to more variety of shows and musical acts though.

Gr
Review №72

This place is adequate at best. Came to see Steel Panther and Stone Sour. Took nearly an hour to get in... They couldnt even handle the 1200 people they sold tickets to. Inside it was impossible to get a drink... They dont have nearly enough bar space. I recommend you skip any show of size here.

Re
Review №73

THE AMAZING PLACE TO HEAD BANG YOUR HEAD THE GOOD DRINKS PLUZ A WHOLE OF OF FUN!!!!

Mi
Review №74

Went to see Geoff Tate Operation Mindcrime and while I think the venue has possibilities the sound was horrible. Not sure who is responsible for the equipment and set up but you couldn’t hear the vocals from any of the 4 bands. Would be hesitant to see any other bands there until they figure out the acoustics.

Br
Review №75

Beer was plentiful, but they told I couldnt smoke crack in the bathrooms. Shame! 4/5 would go again

Ar
Review №76

Improve 100%with alot of room to move around Beer price not to bad

Da
Review №77

Always enjoy the drinks, atmosphere, meeting new bands like Jessikill great band, Jessica has an outrageous voice, hell the whole group is Badass!

Ja
Review №78

This place is the best. Great staff great!

So
Review №79

Trash venue. If you want to have your vape stolen By the staff and never return them (even though he said he would at then end of the show) then this is the venue for you. Staff snatched vapes out of the hands of 10+ people and never returned them. Thieves! Bring your property here at your own risk. Dude that took them disappeared, called the staff that was left after the show and said he threw them in the trash. People had $100+ Box mods, just stolen. It’s an outdoor venue btw, so this whole situation is rediculous. I won’t be returning, but clearly the staff doesn’t care about their patrons. Trash thieves!

De
Review №80

We had a great time... Hip hop night!

Ma
Review №81

Excellent spot! Definitely would return. The Keke Wyatt show was a winner!

Ra
Review №82

Love the band , biggest problem iam a older disabled man there is no place to sit. They should put in more tables and chairs.

So
Review №83

Cool place to see shows. Just dont lose anything there youll never get it back.

El
Review №84

Thank you Steve for taking my nephew close to the stage to see Legs Diamond...we had a great time...

Ka
Review №85

Great venue! Plenty of room. Drinks are a bit overpriced.

Jo
Review №86

Had a Blast There. Good People Rock On.

Am
Review №87

Great venue for Live music.

Da
Review №88

I like the place cuz they have great rock and roll shows great service

Be
Review №89

Bathrooms are very nice, place is spacious. Drinks were pretty expensive but it was during a concert so not sure if that made a difference. Good drinks and plenty of bartenders.

Ro
Review №90

Its an awesome place but gets too crowded and there is nowhere to sit

St
Review №91

I really liked the way the bar & venue was setup. But the restrooms broke & we had to use unisex ones. But I really liked the V. I. P lounge

Ge
Review №92

Love this venue for live music

CA
Review №93

Love this venue very cool and nice layout

Ri
Review №94

Great Venue for a Party!

Ma
Review №95

Well worthy of any rockin night. Great venue to check out and band playing.....if you get the chance to go to a concert, do it.

Ra
Review №96

Badass place to see bands and hang out with friends and family

Ja
Review №97

Awesome, fun!great bands

Ju
Review №98

Cool, warehouse feeling club!

Da
Review №99

Great venue, second time seeing Mushroomhead there and it was awesome!!

La
Review №100

Such a neat venue! Sound and mixing is superb!

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  • Address:1223 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205, United States
  • Site:http://www.therockboxsa.com/
  • Phone:+1 210-677-9453
Categories
  • Night club
  • Live music venue
Working hours
  • Monday:8pm–2am
  • Tuesday:8pm–2am
  • Wednesday:8pm–2am
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:7pm–2am
  • Sunday:8pm–2am
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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