Mary R.
Yelp
So, Headliners has its downsides: the women's bathroom is always flooded, the wait at the bar can be excruciating, and if you get the wrong bartender you'll be drinking Coke with a splash of bourbon. I've seen a lot of shows in a lot of cities, though, and so I've learned to appreciate a lot of things about Headliners. Having a balcony with seating is awesome--so if you want to kick back during a show and just watch the action, get there early and score some action on the railing. The elevated back bar is also great, so that when you're standing in line you're at least rewarded with a clearer view of the stage. There's also a side bar near the bathrooms, which is great to empty and immediately refill your bladder. And, although the women's bathroom floods, there are 6 or 7 stalls, which minimizes wait time.
And then there is the more important stuff: the club has great acoustics (although it's up to the sound person to get it right.) The stage is sizable and elevated enough to see from any point in the room. Not only do they book great touring acts, they also host a lot of great local events. The ticket prices are reasonable, and so a lot of things will sell out before the day of show--I highly recommend advance purchasing if it's something you really want to see.
Oh, one more thing worth noting: recently they lost access to their parking lot, which means you'll have to find parking on the street. If it's going to be a packed show, either get there early or be prepared to hike a couple of blocks.