Heidi Davies

Review of The Viper Room

We were in town for NAMM 2015 and the first night ...

We were in town for NAMM 2015 and the first night (a Friday), we went to go in and they have a $25 cover for some local band. We weren't going to pay that much so we were leaving and noticed that people with NAMM passes could get in free the next night. We came back to see Black Sabbitch, an all female Black Sabbath Tribute Band. (They were great!). When we walked in, it's just a long hallway. If you go straight, it ends into a very small sitting room. There's a hall to your right that takes you into the stage area. It's VERY dark with the only real light coming from the blue lights at the bar. It's very small. That being said though, remember, this is also a fairly historical 90's bar. River Phoenix died just outside the back door (which is actually located on the strip.) I thought the restrooms were actually pretty awesome. The ladies room was painted red with band stickers all over everything. It's not your upscale place, that's for sure. But I personally love the rock n roll style. Drinks were expensive. But again, I was there for the experience and experience is what I got. It is a bit scary inside if you're uncomfortable with a lack of lighting. It was very easy to be up by the stage. I enjoyed going there and will likely go back when I am in town again.