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The Observatory OC
Music Venue, Rock Club, and Concert Hall
Santa Ana
"$10 parking in the rear and around the corner though."(2 Tips)
"Awesome small and intimate venue"(2 Tips)
"Great drinks and a great view of the stage."(6 Tips)
"Love this venue, get here early free parking if the kit isn't full!"(2 Tips)
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Karen EguJuly 26, 2016I love this venue because you can always feel the bass in your soul 👌🏿 but a con is, since it's more of an intimate venue, it can get pretty hot while you're turning up. Always have $ for parking!
Michelle ChanFebruary 24, 2014Intimate venue w/ tiered levels for concertgoers of ALL heights! Plus ticket prices are super reasonable, especially if you buy straight from the box office. Listen to some GREAT live music here!! 🎤Upvoted 3 weeks ago
Dan ParksSeptember 21, 2014Love this place for small concerts- no food - expensive drinks - I get there early to get a seat upstairs... This is my usual view.
Upvoted 3 weeks ago- Michelle ChanFebruary 24, 2014Intimate venue with tiered levels for concertgoers of all heights! Tickets are super reasonable, especially if you buy straight from the box office. Check out some great underground bands here!
nikkiDecember 11, 2016great variety of programming, but increasing rapidly in popularity. shows will be harder to get tickets to, and there is a capacity for the pit. so arrive early and drake your claim!- John TorresDecember 5, 2013KRS-One a-ttacked! Best $5 concert ever! $10 parking in the rear and around the corner though. Cash only!
Billy AmpDecember 11, 2014Small little spot to see a underrated show. Always a good spot to see your favorite artists up close!
The best staff. Friendly and professional. And a great venue too. Just the perfect size. Sounds good too!
Great venue. Can see the stage from anywhere and it’s well ventilated. Parking is usually $10 across the street
Jose TorresDecember 23, 2014Awesome place. Came to see immortal technique twice plus Chino XL, Aesop Rock, Raekwon, Sick Jacken, etc.
They no longer serve food in the venue! They had the best BLT too! :( They now serve expensive ass burgers in the smoking patio. Be sure to eat dinner somewhere else before seeing a show here.
The Kills just finished playing tonight - awesome! Really enjoyed the venue - free parking, tiered viewing areas so more people have good views - will definitely visit again
Thierry LangfordJanuary 19, 2013Awesome venue, reminds me of the House of Blues, Houston. :) Great crowd, Trampled by Turtles always puts on a good show!
Aling ZhangJanuary 23, 2012Go behind the curtains and upstairs. A much better view of the stage and you won't have to battle the crowds. There's a bar up there too
Alex MollazadehMay 29, 2014Bottle Service is the way to go. Great drinks and a great view of the stage. Thanks Tori and Ryan!
Joseph LembleAugust 29, 2013Pay for your drink after it's poured. Just saw the bartender poor half foam and half beer and give the middle finger to the customer. Also, be ready to be blinded by the house lighting guy.
Always a good experience when we come here! The venue is definitely one of the best in orange county.
Allison KasicMarch 29, 2015The tiers are great for concerts. Even short people like me can see the stage clearly!- They have the Beyond Meat burger in sliders! Veggie heaven
Steven GoinsSeptember 5, 2013Good venue but parking situation is absolutely horrible for bigger show. Get here early or you'll pay for it figuratively and literally.
Galaxy is an all ages venue with a full bar and restaraunt. Buy tix at box office in cash for no extra fees (boycott ticketmaster!) make reservations if you want a table. Galaxytheatre.com for sched.
Amy ShriderFebruary 15, 2013This is an amazing venue! Great price, better bands, and every seat is a wonderful one!
Get there early to get the best seats and close to the stage.- El martin PSeptember 21, 2013Tribal seeds fucking sucks their band members took over everybody else's set. They keyboard and guitarist came out as guest singers on the other opening bands but muffled the whole set. Narcissistic!!
Juan Carlos CastanedaDecember 31, 2011Beware with parking especially if u park across the street, I work next to this place and they tow cars like crazy every time there is an event!
Loving the newly added patio & restrooms located on the left of the stage
Raeanne DonatoJanuary 26, 2014One of my favorite venues and usually never disappointed but sound was off tonight.
Rudy RomanosAugust 18, 2014Staff and security not very informative about late starts suggestion while waiting put people in patio and sell drinks make money before events
Josh C.April 18, 2012It gets hot as balls in here if there's a big crowd, so be sure to wear light clothing.
Jenn MorrisApril 23, 2013Seriously. Music hasn't even started and already hate it here. Our "reserved" table is shared with some random people. Worst menu and they're already out of stuff. Also Slowest will call ever.
Trent ShamaleyNovember 26, 2011Super dirty venue... Fxx'n killer! Great vibe. Great people... Come for a SMOG event!!! Http://www.soundcloud.com/downlowd
matt meddockJanuary 22, 2011Since you're already at a show and partying you need to get yourself a spirithood.
Cam! BApril 23, 2013If you're looking for a nice experience Don't come here! Even with reservations, you have to share your table and they are out of half of the items on the menu. This place sucks!
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The Observatory OC
3503 S Harbor Blvd (btw MacArthur & Sunflower)
Santa Ana, CA 92704
United States
Santa Ana, CA 92704
United States
For tickets, dinner reservations, and more info please call the box office at 714 957 0600 or visit galaxytheatre.com
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"Great Intimate,small,venue.Perfect sound.Very professional staff! Highly recommended. :)"
Dave Siebert - 7.2
"It really is a great venue, all ages with a bar, good acoustics... Nice "dance floor, good stage, fine establishment"
McCanne Sanford - 8.2
"Get...pretty much anything on the menu. It's all amazing. Food and drink. (I particularly love the bacon wrapped dates, though.)"
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