House Of Blues - Anaheim

Had the chance to visit the house of Blues while in Anahiem California for a tradeshow. This is probably the 4th or 5th time I have been to thus venue in thr past few years. Great little spot to walk to from our hotel and plenty of surrounding places. We got to see the band The Killers while we were there and it was great. The venue is really big and plenty of room for an aging event. Looking forward to being back in Anaheim for this same event in 2 more years.

This place is extremely intimate any where you sit you feel up close and personal to the performer! It a lot bigger inside. There’s many bar areas for you to grab a drink or two or maybe even three 😉 I was able to see Joey McIntyre #solojoe from New kids on the block he did back to back songs for 2 hours and I sat on the floor right next to the sound booth! Drinks are priced well for house of blues and there were plenty of space to walk around especially in front, bathrooms were clean and staff were extremely helping me fine my seat!

I realize you don't go to event venues for food, but it was a wonderful part of a fantastic evening and thought it worthwhile to share. A friend and I had VIP tickets to see Bilmuri, John Harvie and an opener, and figured we'd grab food on the way - but ran out of time due to traffic. Unsure what to expect, we arrived at the venue and enjoyed the VIP treatment. If you're a bit older, and prefer sitting for a show you're excited to see, the HOB does VIP RIGHT. A private lounge, multiple bars, FANTASTIC service crew (who kept our waters topped off throughout the night - #Hydration!), and a very comfortable elevated seating area rounded out the wonderful experience. Now, the food. My concert buddy ordered chicken tenders, which looked great, and I ended up getting the fried cauliflower bites and was delightfully surprised! While they were a touch greasier than I would've preferred, they were still tasty, crunchy and definitely satisfying. If you too are ever running late for a concert at this venue, I'd encourage you to give their restaurant a try. It was an experience I truly enjoyed and would happily visit and support again!

Great location and excellent service. The street corn was so good with the perfect spice. Cornbread wasn't too dry. Salads were big. The music was so much fun to listen to while dining. The music artists took request which made the experience that much better. Drinks were perfect with a good beer selection on tap. Interior designs were very unique.

My experience at the House of Blues in Anaheim was disappointing. To begin with, it would be extremely helpful if the venue clearly communicated the actual concert start time. As it stands, the lack of clarity makes guests feel rushed and unsure about when to arrive. For example, the doors opened at 7 p.m., but the concert did not begin until 9 p.m. A long and frustrating wait that could have been avoided with clearer communication. The food options were mediocre at best. I regretted eating at the venue and would have preferred dining elsewhere, though I would have gladly purchased drinks on-site. In addition, the sound quality during the concert was poor, and the space felt oversold, which made the experience crowded and uncomfortable. The seating situation was also disappointing. The venue is standing-room only unless you pay an additional $115 per person (starting rate) for a reserved seat. While that option comes with a server and a 15% discount on food, it felt insulting and exploitative given the already low-quality and overpriced food. Parking at GardenWalk initially seemed convenient, with an option to pre-pay $4 for upfront validation. However, at the end of the night, I was surprised to see attendants simply waving cars out of the structure without charging anything. It felt like another unnecessary expense that only added to the frustration. Overall, I left disappointed with the entire experience. That said, I could see the House of Blues being a better fit for smaller, local bands where the crowd is more manageable, the sound system doesn’t have to carry as much, and the standing-room environment might feel more intimate rather than overcrowded. For bigger concerts, however, the quality and value simply don’t measure up.