Monarch Theatre

122 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

Address:	122 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
Phone:	+1 602-456-1991
Site:	monarchtheatre.com
Rating:	3.8
Working:	10AM–12PM 10AM–12PM 10AM–12PM 10AM–12PM 10AM–12PM 10AM–12PM 10AM–12PM

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Reviews 12

Scott Fisher

Wow, where do I start.... I read thru must of these reviews... so Ill say that the owners of Monarch agent usually the ones throwing the events. Those Promoters have to rent it plus pay bartenders and such. Drinks are pricey, I mean they own Barsmith next door... like a blacksmith, but alcohol... & outs downtown. When its packed, waiting for drinks sucks, but Ive never had anyone be rude to me. Organization, again depends who is doing the event. Ive seen VIP with furniture roped off with security done several different ways. Ours the best systems in Phoenix. Upstairs redroom hits harder on hardwood floors, and the layout is great. Downstairs the system has been tuned to the room! I will admit that I have somewhat of a "spoiled rotten" type of privilege at both venues as I have been into this music scene with co-owners & the sound engineer. Most local talent I know personally, and I usually happen into meeting/talking to any of the big guns. I just keep it 100. Granted, thats not the music they always have, and its not for everyone. As for people leaving stuff, and complaint about no answer or call backs... you do realize that they just went in the late afternoon to prep four, someones 5 separate events. Then after they all begin, they have to make sure alcohol is being stocked, bartenders are getting paid from promoters, any equipment malfunctions are handled & replaced seamlessly, not to mention performing their own sets... and then close down... I dont mean when we are kicked out and leave, they still have to do accounting, inventory, and cleaning, so at least another hour, just to go home to sleep and get up to do it again on Saturday night!! Thats if they dont have an after hours gig, too, or their familys soccer game, anniversary, birthdays, etc. During that day, so, thats their hours, late night. My advice... dont be dumb drunk and leave or forget your things, cards, etc. Literally, cards be frozen instantly, probably an app for that. New one gets sent to you, or do the pre-paid. Dispute any charges that you disagree with, it usually goes your way. Done peoples parents!! I ALWAYS HAVE A GREAT TIME!!

nean maly

To keep in mind, I was there on Sunday night, this place was on point. As you walk in, there short line that gets you in fast. As you walk in, you will see a big nice space that will fit everyone needs. On your left, you will see the bar with two bartenders. Drinks are fairly cheap, however, if you wanna do it VIP, you will get free entry with nice both on a hight leave look down on the dance floor. And quit Franklin, I rather pay for the VIP both if Im a company with more than two people. The music is quite unique, they mixed Africas pop, reggae, and sometimes hip-hop. For a Sunday night, this place is as best as you can get to hang out.

- DePaepe

I was on vacation from out of state and I handed the bouncer my real ID (Im over 21). For some reason he was skeptical of its authenticity and started handing it around to other bouncers until they decided to steal it. The guy who put it in his pocket was extremely rude and refused to humor the idea that it was actually real, and also refused to give it back. At that point I didnt even want to enter the establishment anymore, I just wanted my ID back. Finally I had to call the cops and they showed up and gave me my ID. Worst experince Ive ever had entering a bar. Ruined my night. Bottom line: the bouncers are very uneducated and rude.

E Giv

Since when did venues start charging an additional fee for entrance into a concert? Well, I dont know of any except for Monarch. A group of us had tickets in advance but prior to being let in we were told by some A-hole it would be an additional $5 to get in, what a scam!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have never heard of anything like this before I dont know if this guy was running a scam or if this is the Companys policy. Either way, I wont be going back and I hope that others will take notice to the and do the same. If this this in fact supported by the company then the place should be SHUTDOWN!!!

Cody P. Mack

This club is nice, the sound is great, but it is not always very practical for massive turnouts. The security is usually reasonable, but due to some floor space constraints; you may find yourself being pushed up and down the isle if you cannot find a place inside the pit to stand. There are many other local clubs that have better arrangements for large events and concerts that will likely sell out ex. Pressroom / Marquee. Ill still make appearances to this venue if there is a performer Im dying to see, but other that that, there is much room for improvement at the Monarch.

PJ Stratford

Horrible place. Terrible service. Watch out for your wallet ... you will get pickpocketed there!!! Ladies be sure you dont leave your purse unattended. It happened to us. And 4 phone calls to the club and still no return phone call. Their voicemail even has an extension for anyone who has lost a wallet cell phone or ID… Why would they have an extension just for that? Well it must happen an awful lot there. We wont go back. We gave it two visits and got nothing but trouble.

james West

it is a ok venue, no special lighting or effects unlike every other venue here, the only exceptional part being Pete Tong playing till 4am, but dont open a tab, cash out on every transaction. I had 2 single transactions that were added on to my tab at the end of the night, despite showing the person closing out my tab my receipts. I would rather go to Smashboxx, Maya, INTL, or even Bar smith next door to the monarch, its unfortunate promotion companies choose this venue.

Nic Marckstadt

DRINK PRICES CONTINUOUSLY WENT UP FOR THE SAME DRINK THROUGOUT THE NIGHT TO THE SAME BAR TENDER!!!!! Ordered a jack & coke. First round $7, second, $9, third $11. Receipt? Nope. I asked for a water TWICE and both times the same bar tender ignored me. REFUSING WATER IN A LIQUOR ESTABLISHMENT IS UNLAWFUL!!!! This place has potential but needs to GET NEW STAFF!!!!

Beth Murphy

Great concert last weekend, but I left my card there- called multiple times and always went to voicemail. In over a week, no one ever called me back to tell me if I did or did not leave it there. Driving all the way down there (over 30minutes) to maybe find it there is a major inconvenience. Return peoples voicemails, please.

Melanie Clauss

Couldnt believe that they booked one of my favorite producers for a late night show. I had never been here, not much of a night club person. Ended up having a nice time, not a huge variety at the bar. Had a pretty young crowd which can have its downsides. The staff out front were incredibly nice!

Heidi Aka Clarissa Jenkins G

Everytime I go to Monarch Theatre its a Great time and staff is full of some pretty cool dudes! They keep it fun without problems! Even take care of their designated drivers too. Thank for the Sprite and my Blue BRAIN FREEZE too!

Jenny huynh

RUDE staff, no one was helpful, and everything was very unorganized. Staff is ridiculously rude we cant get over it. The venue in general was very poorly set up and confusing. Pick another venue If youre thinking about this one!