The Mayan

Nice sized music venue with nice Mayan / tribal decorations. I wouldn’t describe it as a “night club” definitely more of a theater. Sound was good. Management here sucks, as evident by the fact that there is no water fill stations and a little bottle of Costco water is $7. Total cash grab, and unethical. Drinks are super pricey. Despite the fact that the show was 21+, for some reason drinks were not allowed on the floor (either have to drink in the very back of the venue or up top on the balcony), something we learned after buying our drinks. Bathroom was small and cramped, so always had a long line, and looked like just one bathroom for the whole venue, with 3 barrier-less urinals. Huge improvement would be to add a water fill station on both floors (can even offer the crappy paper cone cups, people would still buy the water bottles), and let people drink on the floor for 21+ shows.

Enjoy the atmosphere the club is very spacious 3 big dancing floors, they have rsvp on their website, or make it in before 10:30 free, drinks are ass all night clubs a bit expensive, and there's lots of parking in the area very expensive but then you can park on the street or a block away parking range from 10 and up. Different music on each floor

They don't have free water at hot and crowded events, instead charging $7 for a very small water bottle. The drinks are also very overpriced for the quality. Cool events but the nightclub itself feels scammy

Cool venue to see a concert. The multi level allows for a lot of opportunity for a good view.

I always go to party and see concerts here. The place is awesome! Nice drinks and great atmosphere.

Elaborate Decor, upper and lower viewing areas, roof access for smoking, good acoustic audio and the stage has a lot of depth can have a party up there 😜

This was my ever first time coming to The Mayan and on top of that, for a concert. There are a few parking lots across the street ($25-$30) which is convenient. The doors opened at 9:00 as stated but the show didn’t start till around 11:30. That was SUPER annoying. The drinks are strong but very expensive. The audio is horrible! For general admission there is plenty of uncomfortable seating all the way on top where the view is great however your behind will by numb by the end of the show. I would perhaps come back to dance, but not for an event.

Music is not that great. Half empty place. Need way better music, and let the good song play for more than 15 seconds.

We attended a show organized by Jazz is Dead at the Mayan on a Wednesday evening, and it was a great experience. Parking can be tricky, especially for street spots, but several nearby lots offer parking at varying rates depending on the event and the crowd from both the Mayan and the neighboring Belasco Theater. Entry was quick and well-organized, and the venue itself is stunning, with intricate architectural details and a well-designed theater layout. The acoustics were excellent, and visibility from various spots was solid. Multiple bars are conveniently located, including one near the entrance, another at the back of the main floor, and additional side bars. Overall, it's a great venue for live shows, and we can easily see it being a fantastic nightclub as well. Would definitely return!

I have been to the Mayan in a few occasions, the last one being last night 1/18/25 and omg it's even better than what I remember. We got there early and had free entry. The DJ on the main floor was AMAZZZinnnggg. We didn't really go to the other rooms too much because it was that good. Amazing mix of reggaeton, hip hop and electronic. Good times! Update: came again on 2/8/25 and the DJ sucked. It was a totally different experience. Barely any people and barely any hip hop or good music. Disappointed.

Went last Saturday and didn't have the best time. No water on tap, they overcharge, and a single beer was $11 Not sure if that's the normal price because a few months ago bought beers for $7 a piece. Won't be going back.

Salsa Concert was awesome have so much fun dancing. The service was wonderful the staff was very helpful and friendly all the time. Make sure everyone was able to see the show and was in a secure spot. The waiter was very friendly and help me choose a drink that was not strong but was good. The club is beautiful mayan theme everywhere. I need to go on daylight to explore better the place. I have been several times to Mayan club and it's always so much fun. Thank you to the DJ Pedro the music was great

pretty good music and drinks were good. Bartenders were friendly but had bad experience with security. Had a few uncomfortable moments with some men and they didn't help. Didn't feel that safe going to the restroom on the second floor, it was sketchy.

The second floor is closed But the bartender is kicking ass. The ambient is a little on at the beginning Food didn't eat.

2024: saturday is the day to go. Music on all floors inconsistent & the same but decent. I got in free at 930. Picks up at like 11. Packed by 1130, well mainly the middle floor. crowd decent. Girl boy ratio ok for los angeles that is, ive seen worse lol. I actually had fun. Los angeles ppl are awkward & weird af bro lol. They just stare at u & sometimes smile LOL. All three floors open. Dress code church clothes but i saw ppl wearing anything, prolly paid extra money. They dont start playing good music till 11 as well which is dumb af! Djs not engaged with crowd, crowd rarely singing. Was lit till the end. Last 30 mins music was weak so i left. Going to club 54 nxt weeknd for better music. Not a balance of genres. Too much banda & merengue. lil salsa , good bachata no pop lil hiphop more edm not enuff cool recent reggaeton too much playing whole song lol. That was the music for the night. Rate 4.4 but i put 5 to give mayan a break. WHY DONT LA CLUBS PLAY TOP40. keep the music fresh bro. 2023: music was really good surprisingly it was recent music. This place has died down a lot. They dont even open the basement anymore LOL. Def dead on friday. 15 to get in at 930pm. Fun fact: there r more men on the west coast women vs the east coast. Dancing areas getting smaller. Same dj since 2016. Bro played the weeknd lfg. Rate 3.7 2020: ok this place was lit. Everyone was dancing and engaged. Music was actually decent but it started getting lame around 12. Played some newer top40 doja cat but still a lot of the same ol rotation. Rate 4.475. Wasnt too crowded. Came at 1015 and paid $20. Still the same dj. Saw one guy couldnt get in bc he didnt have a collard shirt. The seat area was closed. Part of the main floor is now a payed table area. They should really try something new with the music and stuff, could be better. I was danced out and the music was getting weak so I left at like 1235. I also saw people wearing whatever as well, they probably payed extra money is my guess. Age is mixed which i love. This place is pretty mature though. Club was very weak in the beginning. Towards 11 it picked up. 2018: I rate a 3.7. Its 3 floors. Went on a saturday. $10 before 1030. For the basement hiphop floor its the Same dj and 90% the same rotation every Saturday for the past two yrs. website is informal and easy to navigate. The main floor is usually all kinds of spanish and some mostly edm a hint of techno and house maybe. The other floor is usually reggaeton bachata spanish rock banda merengue etc... crowd is mixed and 21+. Church clothes! Coat check available. Plenty of seats and stairs haha. LA clubs fyi: pick up 11ish. they all are hit or miss. Takes a while for people to loosen up. Crowd is usually stiff. People start leaving and gets jaded around 2am. Haha. And the music is always okay.

June 2023 - Too expensive for the music and crowd. Pricing/Ambiance - $20 cover charge. Too expensive honestly. The music wasn't consistent and was difficult to dance to. Right when you get into it, the DJ changed the tempo. The crowd was a mix of tank tops and shorts to dress shirts and business casual. A fight broke out in the club and another fight broke out across the street from the venue but noone made a move to contact law enforcement or stop the fight. The venue overall is pretty big and I enjoyed the setup but that was it. Bathrooms were decently clean. Parking - Pricey lots nearby.

DJ doesn't know how to mix well and played the same songs at least 4-5 times in a two hour span. Drinks were more mixer than any alcohol. No tap water offered at the bar. This place is a dump. So many other better establishments to experience in DTLA.

The event was great, music was awesome. I felt some gogo dancers were missing though... Like on boxes throughout the main floor. Anywaaayz... I would go again.

Plenty parking around. Good vibes n atmosphere. VIP price was not worth it though. Still had fun. Good music. Crystal Waters and Richard Humpty Vission.

Other than the full on TSA strip search I had a great experience. Sister Nancy was amazing!!! A must see no matter the venue. Drinks were expensive but strong so it made up for the price. Just an overall cool eclectic spot in LA.

It was my first time attending the Mayan for Bondage Ball last night. Not only was the party amazing and a hell of a lot of fun, the staff running the party were just as amazing. Security was thorough, no one was a jerk, and every member was incredibly helpful throughout the night. To everyone at the Mayan, thank you for making us feel safe, welcome, and for doing an amazing job.

The ambiance is fun! It gets packed so expect to be accidentally bumped into. I enjoyed how security is a bit strict because I feel safe being there. The workers are so kind as well! Good costumer service.

Place is nice ,Service ?horrible ! , the very few small Restrooms disgusting , Fraud when you buy the supposed VIP tickets security/employees Not coordinated and rude ! For that small place I expected more !

This is a beautiful place. We attended Exotikon Christmas there on December 3rd and were amazed by the building. We saw some great exhibits , symposiums and vendors inside. We also got a little toasted! This place is perfect for such a Tiki / Exotica event.

My grandson and I have never been treated so poorly as we did at The Mayan. The customer service was so bad and rude and just mean. Both of us are disabled. Now, I called in advance like I always do to let them know we would need seats. I was told not a problem (good, since that is the law). We got there 2 hours before doors so we would not be a bother. We went up to a CUS security guard outside and I informed him I had called and my 14 year old grandson and I would need disabled seats since I can't stand or walk for any length of time and he has Autism so it is not safe for him to be in the pit. He rudely said, "so you want two seats!" I said yes and remained calm despite the fact that the law is clear that any disabled person gets a companion seat anyway. I tell him if he wants I can go back to my car, sit a bit and come back with our vax cards that are required (turns out they ask at random--breaking Los Angeles law) so as not to be a bother. He said that was great. I needed to sit and did in my car for about 15 minutes. I got out and walked back to the same guard, this time with my grandson so he could see the vax cards. He looked at my grandson and asked how old he was. He said 14 and it must have been obvious that he was a special needs kid and very shy. I had already told him all this, but I guess in those 15 minutes he forgot. He said, "NO. WE CAN'T DO THIS!" I calmly said to him, we discussed this and it is the law anyway and it is an all age show. He said he knew that but now was going to have to go though the "trouble" of setting up another ADA area since the ADA area was in the bar and you have to be 21. I responded alright, I guess you will be doing that. I asked him when he wanted us back and told him again I did not want to be a bother. He said come right back to this spot at 7:55 pm. So, we came back at that exact time. A different guard was there and told us we could not wait there, it was 21 and over in this entrance and we needed to walk to the next entrance. I tried to explain I was doing as I was told and now a bit confused and I even said I was sorry that I was confused (I was not confused). He could see I was having a hard time standing for his lecture and was holding onto my little grandson. He told me to walk to the next entrance. I said, alright, but please make sure this is it. I can't stand much longer. He did not respond. We get to the entrance he directed us to. There was another couple that was disabled waiting and complaining about how rude everyone was and said they were told, "You don't look disabled to me." Not everyone that is disabled is in a wheel chair. We are all now standing and waiting which is an issue for me and the other couple. A man comes out claiming to be the owner--now unless his name is Linda, I doubt he owns the place and he said his name, which now escapes me, but it was not Linda. Anyway, he says we will have to wait for them to set up an area and we can just stand there and wait. He said to me that it looked like I was getting upset and I can't get upset. I was in pain, having a hard time with my balance and my grandson looked like he was about to cry. We finally got in and they tried to put us right next to a concession stand (with a huge step up with no rail by the way), with no view at all. They said we don't usually have kids. I saw kids in the pit so what they meant is beyond me. Also, the couple that ended up with us were not kids, clearly older women. We said, this is not acceptable, we can not see at all. We faced a wall. Then another guard came and said he would try to fix this. He put us right next to the pit with no view at all but he did give us chairs. My grandson was getting so anxious, I just told him let's sit here. It will be fine. A few minutes later they put an older couple, one in a wheel chair in the same area. The companion asked for a companion seat. They refused and told her she would have to stand. I was way too upset to involve myself. So, if you care at all about all people don't go to this place. They don't want different people, they are not nice, they don't know the law and they don't care and say so. The worst experience at any venue in my life because of the customer service. Now, the place itself is beautiful on the outside. It has all been redone and is an old 1927 building that had plays and then shut down for years. They cleaned up the outside beautifully. The inside is not clean and the bathrooms are just gross and not stocked, Oh, and water--7$ for cheap water. We were also told there were no merch tables. They were wrong. But by the end we just wanted out. Our entire section was miserable and it is so wrong to treat people badly because they can't do what others can. Shame on them. Never again.

Heard this place had three stories with different music generes but a little disappointed the third story was not open when I went. They have full bars on the first and second floor so getting a drink wasn't a hassle. They were pretty strong too. Plenty of space to lounge around or dance on the dance floor. The decore was very memorable. It's Mayan inspired with extruding Mayan faces and patterns on the walls.

Recently celebrated my birthday here! I submitted an inquiry via the website regarding bottle service for my group and was shortly contacted via text by Aimee. She made my planning experience so much easier than I expected it to be. She was extremely helpful, attentive, responded to each and every question I had with a high sense of urgency and seemed happy to help. Customer service is a big deal to me and she went above and beyond! Definitely one of my fave customer service interactions. :) The music and atmosphere were nothing but fun and upbeat! I think they got a new DJ because it was by far the best experience I've had at the Mayan and they had more variety than ever (plus lots of EDM!) Everyone had such a great time and danced the entire night because there was something played for each music taste. Palomas are my go-to drink and I often find that they're not made well at most places bc they use a bitter juice concentrate but they were definitely made with love here and they are not stingy with their alcohol. The bottle service girls were sweet and friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. Now for the bad. The reasons for removing one star: I had a huge issue with security upon arriving as they removed someone from my group for wearing cargo pants which are not listed in the dress code as "not allowed". Not to mention there were plenty of people who walked in wearing items that were explicitly on the "not allowed" list and these cargo pants were relatively dressy compared to what others were allowed to go in with. I ended up confronting a few people before finally one of the security guards who was in charge decided to let that person in. Which in my opinion was the fair thing to do. Lastly, the bathroom line is NUTS because there is only one toilet on the first floor. There's more stalls in the upper levels but I ain't tryna walk up and down that in my heels. All in all, a fun place and per the super cool marketing guy, it's only going to get better. Highly recommend for your next celebration!

Went out last night and a friend was having fun and accidentally went to the VIP area and some woman with blonde hair was extremely rude saying get out extremely loud. And i told her you're being extremely rude and she said i don't care. And all of a sudden she called security and got us kicked out. She pushed me and dug her nails inside me and told me to get the fuck out and if i wanna get kicked the fuck out i"ll end up like that. Been there so many times and tonight was the worst experience, never going back.

Great club to go have fun and enjoy yourself with your friends dance all night long just enjoy have lots of fun

I took a look at yelp reviews and their ratings on google as well as their website. I was interested in going and eventually got tickets on eventbrite that claimed to be $0. We show up and they tell us there is actually a cover charge of $25 per person after 10:30. I was surprised considering no one and nothing mentioned that on any platform. Gave it a three because the outside looked super cool!

So my wife and I went here for a special event to see two DJs that I've been listening to since high school. Their mix was dope as hell so I'll review other things. Parking $20 right across the street so expect that. My wife and I paid about $36 for two mixed drinks. Yes booze and drinks are expensive so expect that although the bartenders were really friendly. So was front door security. Restrooms: ONE toilet for the ladies room and there was a line all night. So ladies I suggest you go number one AND two prior to entering, or use the Restroom early in the night. Guys Restroom has a trough to pee in but one toilet so gentleman I recommend you drop your deuces before heading in. The club layout is decent. Bars on all sides, a decently sized dance floor, and an upstairs area where people can relax, chill, and listen to the music being played down below. However the DJ booth is so far back you can't see the DJs do their craft. Here's where the night fell apart just a bit for me: I don't club too often but when I do, it's usually to see a DJ that I really like rather than the popularity or reputation of the club itself. During the night, no one was allowed on stage to dance besides the in-house dancers. And they danced there all night stripper style. Call me nuts but I don't go to clubs to admire a guys covered up schlong, a girls che-chees or her hoo-ha for the 4 to 5 hours they were up there. If I want to see boobs, dicks or the female hoo-ha I'll go to a strip club. The biggest buzz kill though? The very annoying dark skinned person that wore a set of butterfly wings, and an orange bikini type outfit. All they really did during the set I wanted to see he/she would just stand there, spread the wings, smile and pose for whoever was taking pics of them. All night they would say look at me look at me look at me! I'm trying to watch the dj but can't because mr butterfly wants to hog the stage. Recommendations: Give the stripper style go go dancers a place to dance! I'd rather not stare at dicks or vaginas all night. Use the stage for dancing, If liability is an issue then put up a perimeter like a safety fence. At a later point the bouncers opened up the sides of the stage for dancing but that would have been an obstructed view. I would definitely return if the talent is really good.

Super fun great vibes, just a creeper kept following us everywhere we went maybe more security inside to keep an eye out but this place fun af no problem getting in

I want to make a complaint about one of your workers, name Fausto.... who has discriminated against me, and has denied me entry to the place, but I am a very good customer, and he has also disrespected me by getting into my private and personal life

I had a random man yelling in my face during closing hours and i told security that i did NOT feel safe if i could stay inside for 40 seconds because my uber was around the corner and he said "no you fucking figure it out you came by yourself. leave by yourself i'm trying to go home" i told the african american "security" that i also wanted to go home but that i did not feel safe going outside because i STILL had this random man standing in front of me not allowing me to move if he could please just get him away from me since he was not listening to me and the security man just kept telling me no that i had to leave and figure it out everyone else (staff) was trying to help me except for this man he wouldn't allow them to help me until he called a woman security and told her to escort me i told her please i just don't feel safe im not trying to cause problems but that security man kept cursing at me i don't believe this kind of "security" behavior should be allowed in this place i know for a fact that if that random guy would have touched me it would have fallen into security's hands as well because i asked him for help several times and he denied it. LADIES BE CAREFUL THEY DONT CARE ABOUT OUR SAFETY HERE!!!!!!!

Sound system and stage were great, love the outdoor space for smokers, but it gets pretty hot in a packed house in the summer and the drinks were a bit overpriced.

The bar tenders did not get one drink right. The service was not at par with other clubs in LA. The crowd was not up to the mark and the DJ... well... spend some money and hire a professional DJ. None of the bar tenders knew how to make a Mosco Mule or a proper vodka soda. Very dissatisfied with the entire experience of this place.

Awesome place in DTLA. Pay parking across the street. Great vibe, saw the Kills and LA Witch there. LA Witch was great!

Don't go there is alot of pick pocket working with the security. $25 each person for entry but alot of rats. so my wallet was pick pocket and the security had it but the money was gone. The security said next time just bring debit card leave the cash at home. The security didn't want to tell me who gave him my wallet. He just said next time Im not going to give it back. I want the money they stole. They didn't want to check the videos how my wallet was found.with no money.

Good 1st impression. I had read reviews about this place so I was observant. There's only so much you could really expect from a club. Per my perception personal opinion the place was wonderful the dance floor is averagely medium I'll say the VIP section average although I must say it is not a good design. See once the show begins the VIP gets up and excitement completely blocking the people from the Dancefloor trying to see the artist. I don't understand the people on the dance floor should be dancing versus looking but regardless you do want to look. The people in front of you which are the VIP all standing and dancing don't allow for a good view. I believe this is I don't know how to suggest a better design but not my job. The bar section I believe is a little crowded a bit small the upstairs is wonderful to me. My personal opinion as you go up there being the Maya and obviously A theme the way the set up of the sitting is upstairs is amazingly comfortable for me. I enjoyed it good view towards the stage I love the upstairs that's it that's all I've got to say. The one last thing that I had read was about the restrooms true there was a line but in all honesty there is a line in the restrooms everywhere you go so my opinion an average line as anywhere else. The fact that you go down the stairs to go to the restroom it's a little odd but there's nothing you could do with the already established building. That's all I've got to say nice place Oh, lots of public parking all around the building

I had a good time at this place. They have about 3 or 4 different dance floors to choose form and it's super fun because it's like a mission having to find each floor as they are all separated by floors and stairs. The music genre was fun as well.

Times have changed. Last time I went was about 20 years ago. They use to have great music. Dress code was strictly enforced. The live band was very professional. Last night I was there and was very disappointed. People were allowed in with sneakers, main Dj was not mixing live instead had pre recorded mixes. Music was not good. Maybe because it's during a pandemic and many places are not operating at a hundred percent.

Went for the first time on a rainy Friday night. The drinks were good and strong the service was great. I enjoyed how the inside looked the only thing that just wasn't that great was the music I expected a little bit better in regards to that but overall I did have a good experience.

Came last night to see the Allah-Las. Entering the Mayan Theatre is like being inside Indiana Jones. The man, the movie, or the adventure - you choose. Great decor, and each floor is it's own little world. Bars on every level, so don't feel like you need to wait an inordinate amount of time on the ground floor; the bars upstairs were much more chill. Though $11 for well G+T is a bit steep in my opinion, so you may not be doing much drinking here anyway. Plenty of amphitheater style seating on the top balcony, but people up there were generally more into socializing than listening to the music. Which is fine since the sound up there was so muffled anyway. We went down to the floor for the Allah-Las, and here is the reason for my two stars: the sound is completely awful no matter where you are in this venue. Was it an off night?? I don't know. But I seriously would not waste my money again here to find out. It was total garbage. The other reason for my low star rating is that security was so damn annoying. Getting in was quick and easy, but they are serious about no alcohol on the floor and no smoking inside, and they pace like prison guards along the front of the stage scanning the audience for miscreants. Every time they so much as suspected someone of misbehaving they'd aggressively shine their flashlight into the crowd. It was so distracting and a total turn-off. By the way, no shortage of parking options nearby, from street (if you're lucky) to pay lots ($5-20 within a couple blocks).

Been here years ago to go clubbing! Had a blast!!!Came back for a concert let's just say the sound system isn't the best for a rock show!Drinks are watered down! Will I be back .....most likely not! I will just cherish the old club days! It's a historic theater so I appreciate it for that!

This is my third time going to the Mayan and each time I go the bouncers/ security men are not the nicest. They are rude and they don't make me feel safe. They take out the excited out of me when I've paid to see my favorite performer. I don't drink nor do I smoke so I was very alert on my surroundings. Not trying to be rude but I paid to watch a performance I expect to be spoken to nicely. I'm sure I'm also paying for their income for the night. I was in line about to enter the venue, I was directed to proceed into this specific line by a promoter. I followed directions and three bouncers got mad at me and spoke to me rudely for being in the wrong line. I honestly wanted to leave on how disrespectful there tones where. I didn't argue nor did I say anything but this will probably be my last time going here because of the treatment that I was given. Yes I've enjoyed watching La India, Kazaba and dj irene here but the way the employees make you feel here is not cool. Women that were intoxicated and acting a fool were given better treatment. I'm also a nurse not trying to sound entitled but if something were to go down I would be obligated to save someone life. This place needs to have better manners and not treat their paying customers like crap.

Loved this place. It is soooo huge. There was so much space to dance. The different levels were fun...it was like a musical adventure going through this place. When I needed to rest we went up to the top level to sit and enjoy the view. Plenty of parking.

I have been to many Nightclubs in Los Angeles. This is the best Nightclub I have been to. Reggaetonlandia and Paraiso are the events you want to go to if you love to dance Reggaeton, Dembo, Salsa, bachata, merengue, Cumbia, Banda, Latin Rock. This place gets packed with people. Great vibe.

Looks really nice both inside and out but the DJ was very disappointing. He was not consistent with the genre and kept going back and forth. We got there at 10:30 and left around 11 because it wasn't what we expected.

Good sound system but reduced dance floor. Last time I was there for the Apocalyptica concert & I thought all their railing made with galvanized piping was temporary for that event, turns out 2 years later it's all the same even for a special event /dance club. So that reduced to half the size of the lower level footprint. They have the money to install a permanent railing, steps, ramp system so it should've been done years ago. That's the reason for the -1 star, it just gives a terrible look at an amazing thematical & historical venue. There is a 2nd tiny dance floor in the mezzanine between the restrooms; volume here is even louder do to the reduced space.

Been coming here often lately. This place is fun. There are 3 different rooms you can chose from. The main room is live music and Spanish music. The downstairs room is hip hop. The top room is more like 80s music. The drinks are okay, a seven up cup felt overpriced. I would highly suggest pre gaming. And wear comfortable going out shoes, there's not too many places to sit.

I've been here many times. I always have a good time at The Mayan. I don't know how many times I've attended Lucha VaVoom here but it's always fun. I've lost count of the concerts that I've seen here. Two fairly recent ones that stand out were VNV Nation and Adam Ant. The sound is good and I always get a good view of the stage. I love the old movie Rock N Roll High School (with The Ramones). I've been watching that since I was young. I realized not long ago that there is a scene in that film with the Ramones singing in front of The Mayan. Classic.

So I went alone yesterday and it was my first time and the Bartender recommended to come on Saturday so I will try it out again. It was fun except for a pushy guy that kept trying to get me to go with him by pulling on my coat. (Later ended up in a fight with another guy and I hope he got what he deserved) I met two fun outgoing girls that were out alone celebrating their birthday and we hit it off!! They definitely turned my night around and the bartenders were absolutely amazing. The drinks were delicious and I can't wait to come back and leave another great review. To everyone that worked last night. You were all extremely amazing!!

Place is small and music is bad, DJ's seem to be practicing when people are dancing, because they can't move from some music and play it twice, place seem good from outside, but inside small and a bad smell on second stage , both are small and it was a Friday night.

(Attended 11/30/17 TH @ 9:00pm): "Am I in" love with this place or what!? It's been awhile since I last visited The Mayan Theatre in DTLA, a place I frequented during my college years for cheap nights of dancing, drinking, and music. On this fine evening, I was very excited to see one of my favorite bands, Stereophonics, since it too has been awhile since I last saw them in concert. Would this night of reaquaintance be a memorable one!? PURCHASE Tickets/Seats ($40.91): The base price was a steal at $30.50 but a horrendously high $10.41 in service fees. "Seating" was all General Admission/Standing, so I made a home in the pit as close to the stage (just off stage left) as comfortably as possible https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=hUCqJKA47R3zTqFMERUw8w&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Honestly, there were no bad areas in the house, and the only obstruction would be if someone tall stood in front of you. There were some seating areas available but were few and far between. Concessions ($9.00): Because I was bored and apparently needed something in my hand even though I wasn't really thirsty, I saw enough of these Heineken 16 fl. oz. cans (which I liked) "roaming" around so I gave in. Heck...the other beer options were Modelo (also a favorite), Budweiser, Bud Light, and one other beer. There was a barely half-decent bar selection, too https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=znl1rcPdJ2twP8EMsKhGDA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Merchandise ($30.00): I purchased a higher-priced generic band t-shirt. Sadly, they didn't have any tour-specific shirts for sale, but this will do since my other band shirt was so thin you saw right through it https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=QlMoLwWehaaxkvU-pWSKWA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw! THE CONCERT I've loved the Welsh band Stereophonics since their 1997 debut album "Word Gets Around". On this tour, they were supporting their latest release, "Scream Above The Sounds" in addition to the 20th anniversary of their debut album. With a balanced section of songs across all ten original releases, it was amazing how prolific they have been. A high-energy performance while the crowd sang to many of the lyrics showed the band how much they truly were loved here in L.A. I counted close to 25 songs during a nearly two-hour performance. SERVICE The online ticket purchase was seamless, the check-in line outside the venue went swiftly, there was no line when I bought my beer, and security was chill as heck. All was easy-peasy! PARKING (Varied; n/a this instance): I went Metro and took the Red Line from my hipsterhood to the 7th Street/Metro Station and walked about six blocks the rest of the way. Otherwise, nearby lots charged $10.00, or if you were lucky enough and nabbed any street parking since the time and meter limits had expired at this time. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE At roughly 1,500 capacity, the name of the theatre said it all as to what one could expect with its homage to the Mayan world as you were graced with the opulent façade of the building https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=qYvrkh4QqBuDhVI30rwYiQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw and the brightly-lit marquee and neon lights https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=s1Gj266bRURJgwkTLeJErw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Elements and motifs of this long-gone culture were used throughout the venue https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=FO2D5pU0tua6my_8kycXXg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. And since it was the holiday time, festive decorations were abound https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=rx8FjQ_yte3EBSGDGnq0yw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. There were several bar locations to get your drink on with short lines, and an ATM in the lobby if you needed cash. From where I stood in the Main Floor/Pit area https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=HkYQ-vADB5RlJpW4y5UjBQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw, the audio was wonderful as my ears buzzed during and long after the last chord was played. No natural lighting whatsoever, but the stage lighting was warm and vibrant. I didn't notice any monitors; however, background music played pre- and post-show. ATTIRE In general, it was a business casual affair with a buttoned-up shirt, jeans, and Doc Martens; the t-shirt, boardshorts and flip-flops stayed home. OVERALL The Mayan Theatre brought back some wonderful memories, and I've added another one with this concert still ringing in my ears. To L.A. transplants this "relic" from the 1920's may've seemed kitschy, but there was a long-standing history behind it which a born-and-raised Angeleno such as myself appreciated and defended. In any respect, the intimacy of this place should prove favorable to both patrons and performers. I found exceptionally good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (total bill was around $80.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tips). And, they accepted my credit card of choice...AMEX! 4.5 STARS

Awesome venue in the heart of downtown!!! Came for the first time to see Prophets of Rage. We got their early, so we had a great view of the stage and band.

I went to the Mayan Friday with my boyfriend his bro and his girlfriend. At around 12:30 am, I was dancing with my boyfriend when a couple kept bumping into me. My purse was around my shoulders and close to my body, my boyfriend and I didn't have a crowed spot before this couple appeared out of no where bumping into us. After two minutes of realizing they were too close, I take my boyfriend to the bar to get him another drink when I opened my purse to find that my phone and wallet were missing. I didn't pay for our first drinks initially so I was aware that my phone and wallet were not taken out out of my purse. I didn't get a look at the couple that were next to us very closely because the club was dark. My boyfriend, his bro and I notified the security guards there and they couldn't help us if we didn't have a description of the couple. I asked a security guard if they have cameras, the club was too dark in the corners to make out people's faces. I'm writing this review to warn you ladies and gentlemen to be prepared to loose your belongings after being searched at the clubs entrance. You can't have a good time without being aware of your surroundings and bringing your wallet and phone, your life lines. I've visited this club 6 times and never had a problem until now. They need more security placed at every corner and by the stairs to hopefully prevent theft in the future.

Old school since 1927. Who are the whiners that say this place sucks? My friend invited me to see the Tijuana heavy metal legends Brujeria and it was a packed house and we had a great time. There were no problems with security, the bar (bit pricey), restrooms, and the spacious venue itself. If you are going to whine and cry about every little thing stay home and watch netflix.