Crowbar

Venue to grab drinks at the bar and see a show. Whether it's a hardcore, metal, rock show, whatever...it's a pretty good place to see your band(s) of choice. The stage is pretty accessible, so getting a good view of the action is excellent, plus you can easily stage dive from any point you want if you're nimble enough. The sound setup has been pretty good, loud. You can very well hear all the instruments and the singers belting out their tunes. Makes for an enjoyable night out. So check out a show or two and give back to the "scene."

The Crowbar is an excellent venue for concerts, especially if you're drawn to the goth/punk aesthetic. I've attended several shows here, including performances by Bridge City Sinners and Clan of Xymox, and each experience has been fantastic. The staff is consistently friendly and approachable, even when the venue is bustling with activity. The intimate setting is a major highlight, offering a perfect opportunity to get up close and personal with the bands performing on stage. Overall, it’s a great spot for live music and an unforgettable night out. Highly recommended!

I loved it, HonestAV was great tonight, the 2 performers before him were great also! I would recommend this place to anyone trying to have a good time!

This place can get a little hot in the summer when it fills up HOWEVER I would 100% go here again for a concert. The sound was amazing, the security was amazing & it was all around an amazing place to set a show!

I had a nice time there seeing my childhood best friend sing for a benefit concert to help victims of hurricane Milton! The vibe was nice. It was dark, and loud with the bands! We love to see it! Happy to have gone and be apart of it!

Great venue, great sound and atmosphere! Thornhill, Avoid, Ocean Grove and Banks Arcade had an amazing show!

A fun, inexpensive spot with fantastic live music. I’ve often come here for indie tours, and it gives a great, intimate but high-energy performance. The bartenders are so sweet. The outside patio gives respite for those who tire of the noise and crowds, while also offering a small selection of food, albeit no vegetarian options. Genuinely a favorite venue of mine for Tampa/Ybor.

Having gone to the crowbar to see Reversal of Man, I am glad there's still something good in Florida as I left the state in my rear view mirror decades ago.

Crowbar was cool. Saw JMSN here and he put on a great show. I didn't catch the name of the band who opened for him but they were really dope! Crowbar has great drinks and entertainment. Stop by to check them out !

One of my favorite spots to enjoy local shows. Small and intimate, dive-bar like spot with an awesome outdoor patio. I can't remember ever paying more than $20 to see a show here. I stood in the very back by the bar and as you can see from the photo - there's not a bad view in the house. They usually do food trucks on show nights. Crowbar is a Ybor staple, especially w Orpheum gone. I will continue to check their upcoming shows and can't wait for the next one. Pic is of Jack Kays on 11/12.

It was such a good time!!!!! We went on a Sunday night and that's when all the dancers come out. I mean literal breakdancers and they come out the woodworks. It's CRAZY! SUCH A VIBE! I'll truly never forget this night. They sell food until late and they have alcohol free beer which, for me, is a MUST! It's truly a cool artsy place, great for photos and videos. Also, they have artists on the premises. LOVED IT!

2 friends kicked out for smoking vape pens in past and this time was in line 2 hours before opener started and door guy said I was swaying and wouldn't let me enter for a concert I bought tickets for 6 months in advance and took ferry from st pete to attend. If you're in ybor and in line 2 hours before show and neglected to have cocktails prior, you aren't doing ybor right. Completely rude door ppl and owner and will nvr attend a show there again! Been in Tampa more than 25 yrs and spent plenty there in that time - nvr another cent!

Drinks are strong, live music was amazing! We searched and searched for bars with live music and couldn't locate any. Friends invited us and honestly we were reluctant as we thought Crow Bar was a heavy metal only bar. We enjoyed Displace and Speakeasy. Def will be back!

Cool small live music venue in Ybor. Makes House of Blues look massive in comparison. Draft Beers $8-12 at the live show I want to. Seems like they have some specials on Sundays. Small thing, but annoying, website sucks. Slow to load. Said show was at 7 and doors were also at 7. Show was actually at 8. Other than that, cool hole in the wall live music bar.

Wow oh wow . PINK IT UP ska against breast cancer was amazing. Growing up in tampa, going to 5 dollar ska shows , I never expected the caliber of talent I experienced here. 8 bands, 7 dollars; thank you crowbar. The sound quality of the performing artists was crystal clear not too loud or quiet and there was never feedback. The bands were genuine in their love for music, i was blown the fuck away , my language necessary here to emphasize how good this show was. SO MUCH TALENT, people with obviously over 15years of loving and playing music live. Really really good stuff. Many of the bands have the talent and stage presence that is just so QUALITY. Good people putting on a cheap amazing show for a great cause. Thank you. P.s. - never worry about a scene , music is music and it is a beautiful thing when people care about the rhythm.

Crowbar is a great little spot for local music and a relaxed vibe. Their drinks are nice and strong. The bartenders are great and friendly. The owner Tom is a great guy who takes price in his establishment and has been the owner for almost 19 years. I totally recomend this spot especially on Sunday nights for old dirty sundays

Came here for an all ages concert with my girlfriend who is diabetic. at one point her blood sugar dropped and we went to the bar to get her a sprite. they refused to serve us because they apparently can't run anyone's card who's under the age of 21; I am 18, and they also refused me. after explaining that she was diabetic, showing them her glucose sensor, and explaining that she literally NEEDED a sugary drink, they eventually gave her the drink, but not before the manager called her sketchy and scrutinized us for not eating before coming to the show and using her medical condition to get a free drink. (we had sit down dinner before coming to the show). we absolutely would have been happy to pay for the drink but despite being 18 they would not take my credit card. will never come back here for another show or to drink when i turn 21, absolutely pathetic customer service.

Great place had a lot of fun security is great. I would really recommend this to a friend.

Attended for my son's concert. Service was amazing and venue was perfect for the young artists.

Came from out of state to see my favorite band. Bouncer didn't bother telling me there's no reentry after 8pm and refused to let me back in. Completely missed my band. Complete waste of plane-fare, hotel, and tickets. Vacation ruined. What kind of a rule is 8pm anyway?? It's a BAR. They're supposed to be open LATE.

Crowbar is a great live music venue. I have been here for 3-4 different concerts and I have thoroughly enjoyed each experience. I have seen mostly local or smaller bands here as it isn't near as big as The Ritz. However, small can be great. It is an intimate venue where you are almost guaranteed a great view. They have a nice sound system, great lighting, and comfortable nooks and crannies to hang out in. I also love that they always have free water and cups. I normally forget and end up purchasing water bottles...but even those are reasonable ($2 each). The space has a nice outdoor courtyard if you need some fresh air or a quieter area to talk to friends. There is also a raised platform off to one side of the stage for an elevated view if that is your thing. There are generally a handful of seats around the venue, but not a lot within view of the stage. I like Crowbar a lot and I will be back when a group I love performs here.

Great vibes and drinks!! definitely the place for great music!! I'll defiantly be back we had a great job. Bartender was great!!

Cool, intimate venue for a concert - you'll have a good view from almost anywhere in the room, and there are even a few seats. Saw The Early November here last night and was impressed. Feels like a typical ybor bar and has a cool outdoor space with an additional bar. Good crowd too. Would rather see artists here than at the Ritz or House of Blues!

Great smaller venue with great sound and a patio on the side. This is one of the better small venues I have been to; the layout is just logical and effective. It is great to get a breath of fresh air on the patio between sets. I had the pleasure of seeing Red Jumpsuit Aparatus and I will definitely be returning. Shout out to the opening band Donna Lu, we were all huge fans of the track "Take It Down"

My first visit to Crowbar was this past August for the Mac Sabbath show. Very interesting venue! Definitely dirty and gritty, but more so intriguing. Smaller stage, sound and lighting isn't bad. Drinks (at least on this particular night) are poured very, very, very heavy. Pretty sure I died and was resurrected from hangover hell the following afternoon. I'd definitely visit again if another good band is playing.

My review will be based on going for a live performance. It's a cool setting for concerts requiring a small venue. I saw JMSN perform and the sound quality and ability for everyone to be able to interact with him was great. There is also an outside patio that is nice to mingle in before and after the show. Also it's very close to other Ybor popular places so after a show it's easy to hop over to somewhere else.

Great place good customer service,great place to throw events! Bartender had great service and overall I give this place a 10/10.

If you find yourself in Ybor City on a Sunday... you need to head to Crowbar ASAP for Old Dirty Sundays. I was in town for a Sunday and Monday night recently... not the best days to discover the nightlife in Ybor. Most of the bars were pretty tame, but I found a good crowd at Reservoir Bar. After hanging out for a couple hours, my new friend and I made our way over to Crowbar to check it out. It was pretty late and the crowd was still going strong. The moment I walked onto the patio and they're blasting Notorious BIG's "Come On", I knew I was in the right place. The DJ was phenomenal and had complete control of the crowd. I could've sworn he had my entire CD collection from the 90's on deck. From Bad Boy to Death Row records and Outkast to Big Pun, each track was a nostalgic masterpiece. People were dance battling and breaking all over the place and the amount of culture represented on that Patio was palatable. A rare site to see coming from Charleston, SC. I ended up meeting the owner and he was an awesome guy as well. I stayed til they kicked everyone out and wished I had ventured over sooner. So much fun!

A classic dirty music venue/bar, you know what you're walking into, but the bar and the bartenders were terrible. They were both very rude, said there was a $20 minimum after they already served me, only to see later that other people paying were only paying $6 checks. As well as the bar outside had given out free beer. Maybe if they were good at what they did they wouldn't have to lie to customers.

Crowbar is a cool venue for music and dancing (given the night and/or event). There are two bars on the inside and one on the back patio. High top tables and stools are a nice feature. Very cool intimate setting to see bands that are up and coming or to jam out to some old school hip hop music on Sunday nights. Drink prices are reasonable and service is good. Overall, it's a nice night entertainment venue in Ybor. Cheers!

Crowbar is simply home. Myself & most of my friends are musicians and have either headlined or hosted shows at this venue several times. The crew will ALWAYS take care of you and the bartenders are the best - great convo and drinks. There's usually something fun happening on the patio and often times it's different from what's going on inside, so you get a diverse experience. Ol' Dirty Sundays are legendary with old school hip hop, breaking battles, and dope DJs (shout out to Sandman).

Pretty fun place to watch live music! It's definitely not the nicest bar (remember, you're in Ybor), but it is pretty spacious and there's an outdoor patio. There are a lot of groups that come here to perform, from national rock bands to local rappers. There are two bars: one inside and one outside. The people there are very friendly and there are often a lot of local artists displaying their work in addition to the music playing. I've been here to hang out with friends, but there's always a music group playing. But for an average night? I don't think Crowbar is a bad decision. I love the patio and I like the atmosphere. It's a classic Ybor pit stop. I'd definitely recommend it to someone who likes live music in a grungy atmosphere.

Came to check out Old Dirty Sunday hip hop night and did not regret a single second! The DJ played all the right songs to keep us groovin with the music. We found it impossible to keep still. The crowd was harmonious.. Everyone was there to have a good time and enjoy the beats. Absolutely worth a stop in!

Omg I love this place! I went here for Old Dirty Sundays hip hop night and had a BLAST! The djs were spinning some great records! Decor is funky, drinks are good, and well, the music, perfect. Next time I'm in Tampa, I WILL be back!

First off, the back patio with its little bar is pretty awesome. It's exactly what you'd hope a music venue/bar in Florida would have for nice nights where sitting outside certainly beats being in a stuffy bar. The caliber of artists and shows Crowbar books is also very impressive and it's a great place to catch some indie acts that don't tour just everywhere. The stage is intimate and the sound guy seems to know how to deal with the space and get good live sound out of it (not always an easy feat anywhere). Depending on the show or the night and the crowd it can be a bit like bedlam, though, although you kinda expect that in Ybor, and certainly at any venue like this. Bully is playing here soon, and they're worth seeing if you like rock-influence pop-punk. If you like early No Doubt you really need to see them.

Old dirty Sundays is the only reason I ever pop into Crowbar, and that's just to see old friends and listen to some real Hip-Hop, not the crap on the radio masquerading as music. The venue is cool, the staff is cool and the prices are fair. Hip-Hop horaaaaayyy! Hoooo!

At the time I was under 21 and came here to see an indie band play (Explosions In The Sky). The bouncers at the door were a little rude, but in a funny-rude kind of way. A way that scares the living daylights out of anyone under 18 trying to sneak in..and scares people like me who were already over 18 but shaking on the insides thinking they wouldn't get in anyways. They'll mark all over your hands if you're under 21, but 18+ , if you come to see a concert. Small bar in the back left corner, outside patio area - although I didn't go out there, a little too smokey. The bathrooms were exceptionally clean, which surprised me. They had huge glass bowl sinks. As a lady that enjoys cleanliness in clubs, I was impressed. If you're there for a concert, the stage will be directly in front of you, so close that you could reach out and touch the band. I appreciated this. It was an intimate atmosphere for the band I was seeing. I would go back again. No seating inside, except for around the bar, but there are a few stairways and hand rails to lean against here and there.

Why 4 stars? Because of the intimacy. --- --- --- I think it's kind of silly to rate a music venue, in some ways. I am not the type that would visit a place like Crowbar just for the heck of it. I am going to pay to get into a music venue when a band is playing that I really like. In this case, my roommate introduced me to We Were Promised Jetpacks, and we found out they were doing an American tour. Usually, I am lazy and wait for bands to gain popularity...I don't normally I go see them at a place where the lead singer uses the same bathroom as the people in attendance. (This did happen, and no I didn't talk to him while he took a wicked pisser next to me.) I did enjoy Crowbar though. People have the choice to stand a few inches from the band, or about 30 feet from the stage, next to the bar. If someone is there more for the social aspect, they can head outside and listen to the show at slightly lower volumes from the back deck, which is also equipped with a bar. All in all, it was my first time to pay for a concert that didn't have some kind of video show going on behind it. I didn't feel like I was missing out...it was actually cool to pretend I was a super underground music fan for once. Speaking of, you should check out We Were Promised Jetpacks. They's good. Review #250 has been brought to you by Snapple - Pop a Fresh One! (my reviews are not actually sponsored) (even the milestone ones)

it's a dirty, gritty place, but I wouldn't change it for the world! The only reason I come to the Crowbar is because they're where WIT Improv performs. And hence the reason I was just there. They hosted WIT IMPROV reacently for a reunion show featuring Alex Crow. As usual the drink prices were great, the comedy show was fantastic and getting to see my friends was a huge bonus!

Went here last night for King Tuff show for the first time. Pleasantly surprised. Friendly bartenders, nice stage area ( almost any spot in this bar its easy to see) pool table and two bars inside flanking the stage on either side. It also had a beer garden in outside area. Acoustics were good as well! Great place to catch a show! We sampled the local brewary Coppertail's " unholy" delish!

Steelers Bar!!!! That's just a bonus I suppose. The bar itself is a bit dungeony... you know, like a dungeon! dimly lit, blocked windows, a bit like an abandoned building that no one decided to decorate. There is a large bar inside and a stage where they hold concerts, karaeoke and even comedy shows. You'd have to look at the website to figure out whats going on. Karaeoke Mondays, Liter night Tuesdays and "Old Dirty Sundays (their DJ night) seem to be set in stone. They have a large outside area that seems to be more inhabited than the inside on nights without events. In the outside area they have a tiki bar and large patio tables. Decent selection of beers and full liquor bar. Tiki bar outside is cash only. Crowd is for the most part late twenties, early thirty hipster, but under 21 seems to be welcome on nights with performances. Drinks nicely poured. Definitely a stop in Ybor.

First time here, impressed with service and the venue as a whole. Of note: I'm pretty sure they allow smoking because there was a sign up saying, "No smoking tonight per artist's request." I'll have to inquire about the smokes It was $16 for 3 bands: Mike Mains & the Branches, Coin, Jukebox the Ghost There are 2 bars inside and one outside on the patio. Lots of craft beer options and High Life, Yuengling, and the like too. There are high-top tables and stools and the awesome addition of risers to one side. We had a great view of the bands but weren't right on top of the stage either. Nice bonus about this venue is that it's next to all the other bars and restaurants in Ybor City. We bought our ticket then went around the corner to Tampa Bay Brewing Company for dinner and the best damn pumpkin beer I've ever had...then came back and caught the 2nd and 3rd bands. Plenty of stalls in the restroom and when I told the manager (?owner) that there were some issues he went right in and took care of it. We'll definitely be back again soon!

Dj Fader, Ted Smooth, Breakbeat Lou on a random October Sunday?! Wowzers! Greatest spot in all of Ybor. Came across this place by walking by, heard some old school tunes, came in & oh my oh my! Thank you Crowbar! This is by far the best party I've been to in a really long time. Lived in NYC for 15 years now live in LA going on 5 years. Came down to visit some friends. This was just insane. Thank you! Good vibes all around.

This place is the shizz. It has everything a proper live music venue should have: - Intimate, yet it can hold a big crowd - Great Sound system - Excellent (and huge) outdoor patio area with plenty of tables - for when you need a breath of fresh air - Re-entry is fine (some places won't allow you back in when you leave - lookin' at you Jannus Live!) - Reasonably priced beer and semi-decent selection (could be better, but it works) - Premium Ybor location for pre and post-show wanderings and food supply runs during set breaks (I like to walk over to New York New York for a quick slice during the setbreaks) - Diverse bookings of top-qual artists (they get jam acts that NEVER play St Pete) Small gripe - I am always looking for the elusive and rare "free parking" in Ybor. The only drawback to this place is the lack of that option. I normally drop 5 bucks and park a goodly ways away from the location, but you can pay 10 and be within a few blocks. All the street parking is 2 hour time-limited - which is lame. UPDATE: After my fifth trip to Crowbar - I have finally found free (nearby) parking! Sadly, I cannot reveal the specific location here - as that would be self-defeating. Just know, and be glad for me, and together we can celebrate my success!

Went to see a show here last night-MC Chris. It was actually well organized, staff was friendly, sound was good, and the crowd was surprisingly very courteous(which is a rarity these days at shows). Anytime someone needed to get by me they said excuse me, which is pretty polite from someone who grew up in Tampa. Most people these days who live here just don't seem to have decent manners. Anyway, the drinks were pretty damn strong. Not sure how much it cost because I'm a girl, so obviously my drink was automatically paid for (hehe) but damn...that shit got me loose. I could only have one! Granted, I'm not much of a drinker, but shit! I started to stumble over my own feet. If I had another one I would've been on the floor at some point in the night. Lol. If there's another show here, I would definitely pay a visit here again. All in all it was a pretty decent night.

Oh the crowbar... For the time being my fav bar.. Saturday nights are awesome here with their live bands... Love seeing Mr Bella here and Weszt was great too! They have three differant bars.. So getting a drink isnt really hard which I like and if a band is playing that you dont like.. well you can just go outside and drink at the outside bar and not get deaf! I do think though that the drink prices are a bit much.. Im a Vodka and Redbull drinker and its 7 bucks for a short... and thats not top shelf ither! hell In cali it was only 6! But the staff is alright too... and you can always walk next store and get some hookah if you like too. Cover charge is only 5 bucks though so that might explain high drink prices. To sum it up.. Come here to check out some local bands... But let me know if you find a better place!

This review is about Sunday night, Old Dirty Sundays specifically. Before I get to that, this bar is a hop, skip, and a jump from the Improv, so that makes it a fun diversion after a comedy show. There's an alleyish patio area as well as a very large interior space. The walls are covered in skateboardy, hip-hoppy stuff. On the patio, the bar and the DJ stand are at the very back, and all the Sunday cray happens in the rest of the space. They offer a pretty great selection of craft beer on tap including Maduro, one of my favorites. There was also a hot food stand near the patio's entrance. Now back to Old Dirty Sundays. What a blast from the past. I don't know if this is the clientele of Crowbar in general, but Sunday drew a very distinct culture of people. From dress to dance moves, everyone was decked out and ready to step into an old school hip hop music video. There was a break dance circle, a legit one complete with battles and two stepping. I don't know if I will ever go to this place on another night, but Old Dirty Sundays alone is worth the trip back out there.

Went here for a Draco Rosa concert and it was great. Small venue for a up close and personal concert. Bathroom looks decent. 2 bars inside and one outside. Parking was accessible. Staff was friendly.

down to earth place for live shows, art, djs, and all kinds of fun!! Sundays is the place for Ol Dirty School Sundays! Free entry & Free BBq food! Plus super duper outdoor Bar!! Hot dogs are grilling!

The hubs & I came here to see The Movement on a Friday night. The venue was easy to find, but I didn't know what to expect as we waited at the door. They let us in, and I was pretty pleased with what I saw. They have two fully stocked bars, one inside and one outside, and plenty of standing room for patrons. I was really diggin' the decorations for the outside bar. it's decorated in cheesy lights and little toys from back in the day (I think I even saw a ninja turtle). The drink prices are reasonable and they had all sorts of specials going on. I pretty much stuck with the wells but the bartenders were great. The sound quality of the concert was decent, but not as good as it could be. That being said, we all had one hell of a time. You can thank the bartenders for that.

You come here to see artists you adore in an intimate venue. If I were to revue the service, it'd be a ten, if it were the digs, it'd be a ten. It's all about the good memorable times here, and you can't rate those... Meh for a turd in the toilet? (it was mine, I drank too much) hence four stars.

Randomly walked in here on a Saturday night; saw a very pregnant woman perform and work the crowd like a boss. I'd see that again.

Went to see jukebox the ghost at this fine concert establishment. I had an excellent time, the beers were $3 and the show was rockin. I enjoyed the outdoor patio and bar and even though it was cold, it was nice to escape the crowd and get some fresh air. The bartenders were quick and nice, & I would recommend this place for a show to any band.

This venue lands a lot of interesting shows and there is no barricade in front of the stage so you can get close and person with whoever is playing. The shows are always cheap and since I live just outside of Ybor the location can't be beat! Only gripe ever is sometimes getting served is a bit slow during bigger shows, having to do a gig to get a bartender's attention to get a beer gets to be annoying.

I cant even to begin to explain the unpleasant experience we had. The staff that we encountered here was rude and unprofessional. I have video of the bouncer physically pushing my female cousin out of the bar and several of us trying to stop him from hurting her or being too aggressive but he insisted on pushing her. She was pushed out because of the EGO of a staff member. We were standing in the way of the bar back and when they asked us to move, RUDELY, she made a comment. This angered the staff and caused them to be PHYSICAL with us when we would have NEVER caused a scene if they had just been nice and asked us to leave (even though it was UNCALLED FOR). Disgusting use of power. There is no need to be physical ESPECIALLY TOWARDS A LADY. I am disgusted with this business and pray they hire staff that won't physically assault a woman.

Went here last night for The Mountain Goats show. I have to be honest...I'm not the hugest fan of Ybor so I wasn't sure what to expect from Crowbar. Turns out it's a really cool venue. We arrived at just about 8 p.m. and saw a huge line out the door. We decided to get a drink at another bar and then come back. We went back a half hour later and the line had gone down to just a few people. Score! The space is pretty much just a big empty room with a stage to your right when you walk in, obviously they're mostly set up for concerts. Xmas lights are stringed all over the place and disguise what is probably a not so nice floor and walls. They have a nice outdoor patio area with a bar and tables and chairs. There are also two other bars inside. I had two rum and cokes while we were there and never once did we have to wait for a drink. The bartender we went up to, Kristen, was also very nice. She served with a smile and a friendly demeanor. Well drinks were also only $5, which I thought was pretty darn good. Their well rum is Sailor Jerry's as well, also not bad! The opening band, Nurses, didn't get started until about 9:15 p.m., which we were a bit peeved about. Not sure if it was the band or the venue's way of making people buy drinks. This is really an ideal spot for an intimate concert. The show was sold out, but I never once felt overcrowded. It was nice not having people on top of you. And it was easy to see the stage from pretty much every corner of the room. I was worried that it would be too smokey for this non-smoker, as I've heard that they allow smoking indoors. Maybe it was the crowd (didn't see many lighting up) but I had no problems with smoke. People seemed to be keeping their cigarette usage outdoors and there were also plenty of fans inside to keep the ventilation going. Overall, it was a great show and experience and I'd see another show here in a heartbeat!

Sunday nights! Woah! We stopped by for Sunday night hip hop and it was awesome. A super dive bar kind of vibe. The hip hop outside on the back patio was epic. Awesome Dj with a giant dance off happening in the middle of the floor. Cheap drinks quick service. Will def be back.