Lees Palace Reviews

Absolutely superb experience! Went there for a heavy metal concert. Love the layout inside, it's very well thought out. It's a gem There's a bar inside as well.

They had some policy for no cameras when I went to a show here, but I was from out of town and was shooting with mine prior to the show. The bouncers wouldn't make any exceptions so I had to hid it outside in an alley. The 'manager' also wouldn't help me, so I just went back outside and brought it in under my shirt. Other than this experience the venue was nothing special but the band I saw was good so giving it an extra star.

Nice spacious venue, straight forward bar service- a Toronto landmark

Dirty, but still one of the best venues. Almost guaranteed to have a good view of the stage

This place has been around for a long time, but it sucks. The staff are rude, the building is delapitated and unsanitary. The I saw a security push over an older lady on the sidewalk and then blame her. It's also a bad place to pick up or bring women.

Great venue.
Acoustics are spot on
Seating is well placed.
One of my favourite Toronto venues.

A classic that's been here for decades. If you're looking for clean, this probably isn't the place. But great atmosphere and history here.

I love going to Lee's Palace for shows. I've been here dozens of times to see a bunch of different acts and take part in events hosted there too. It's got this punk dive bar feel going on and with how cozy it is it makes for really intimate concerts.

My boyfriend and I have been going to Lee's for years for the Dance Cave and occasionally live shows. Tonight we decided that unfortunately we will never go back again. The staff are so unnecessarily rude and power hungry, especially the door staff. Tonight we were kicked out after being there for two minutes. We bought drinks and sat down and were immediately pulled out of the venue. We were told that because we were not buying alcoholic drinks that there was no reason for us to be there and that we were a, "threat to the company". I have never treated an employee badly in any way and was shocked at the treatment we received. I will be contacting the manager even though I know he probably doesn't care about losing the business of two people. Tonight was not the only incident, the door staff have been unbelievably rude every single time we've been there over the past couple of years. Don't go here. Go somewhere where the bouncers don't think they're God.

easy to see the stage from wherever, worth it to go even if you don't know who's playing because the tickets are reasonably priced

Have gone to Lee's Palace for a few concerts. The venue is relatively small, making the experience much more intense and exciting. The crowd is wonderful and I really felt the energy. The venue itself is gritty and floors are sticky, but music and sound is great.

Great venue with platforms that give a unique view of the stage, unlike any other in Toronto. In need of some repairs.

Good place. Pricy drinks as expected. Bands sound great here. Some available seating but show up early.

This place is a lot of fun, although the inside is a little bit dingy! They do have some great shows here however...

Great place for small concerts - would be better if there are more beer selections

Toronto's classic dance pit and indie stage. Nothing more to say.

Live venue , needs cosmetic work within , pay street and private parking . $

One of the oldest clubs in town. Good sound. Reasonable drinks.

Saw John 5 there. Awsome little grunge/punk oldschool venue.

I have been here twice. Once on top level and once on the mainfloor. All the employees are rude including the security guards. Would not recommend.

Lee's palace always hosts fantastic dance parties, always themed and preannouced so you have plenty of time to find what you like. Big location and bar is huge so you aren't waiting forever for a drink. Bring a couple of friends and you will definitely spend the evening looking for an after hours as you won't wanna leave.

Classic venue. They should clean it though, it's a dump inside

Dont use the washroom without a wing girl.and it smells like pee

Good location. Kind of grimy, but fits the punk atmosphere.

Great place to see bands. Good beer selection. I'm too old to comment on or go to the Dance Cave above.

Wicked place. Very large, can accommodate hundreds of people for musical gigs.

saw alcest. they sounded awesome! thanks for hosting this.

Just saw wayfarer play here and the sound was fantastic. Cheers.

I have seen a ton of bands at Lee's during my time in Toronto and honestly it never disappoints. The atmosphere is exactly what you would want a small music venue to have, and the place is far better than what the movie "Scott Pilgrim" would have you believe. Quick tip, if you are there on a Friday or Saturday and looking for some fun after the show go up stairs. It won't disappoint.

Best live music venue in the city. Friendly faces, awesome headliners, amphitheatre-style crowd area, and seating!

Very intimate and personal venue, seen lots of good shows here and can't wait to go back

Great venue, the sound quality was amazing, the crowd was awesome. Great place for a show.

This is the best shithole in Toronto. Great alternative music venue

Wicked dive bar with great acoustics for an intimate show!

Classic Toronto venue which hosts some great local talent and touring acts. Best suited for something a bit more raw.
Drinks are reasonably priced, no frills sort of place

Have seen several great bands here, most recently The Cardboard Crowns! Always a great night there!

It's grungy and loud like a small concert venue should be. The bar is reasonably price and the sightlines are great from most vantage points. Whether you know the band or not, this is the place to go if you want to rock out and have a great time. They also have a surprisingly decent selection of canned/bottled beers for a venue of this size. This is easily one of my favourite places to catch a gig.

For the few gigs I've came to Lee's Palace, I never was disappointed. Ample space and rocking sound- I'm unsure of what else I would need.

One of the few remaining raw rock venues in Toronto. Great stage site lines. Decent sound. It's in a student neighbourhood, so expect a mediocre selection and par price for alcohol. Many decent acts over the years. The door staff and security generally come across as rude, however once you are inside you dont have to deal with them again.

One of the best music venues in Toronto, their sound guys are fantastic. Some of the best sounding concerts I've ever been to have been here.

I have been to this place 2 weeks ago, now everything is closed and just remembered I owe them a good review :)
Nice place!

A great venue to hear live music and drinks were a fair price.

Attended a gig here recently to see Metz. First time at Lee's and can see why it gets it's reputation. A proper gig venue, with good sight-lines due to the rear being slightly elevated. Looking forward to next time.

Went here for new years. Although expected, coat check was pretty expensive ($3.75) and so were the drinks. However the rest of the night was a great time, and wintersleep was awesome.

saw haken here a couple months ago and i loved the sound and ascetic of the place

Amazing venue! They got a separate floor for merch, a table to grab water when needed, good priced drinks and friendly staff! 10/10 will definitely come again for another show!

the right amount of grunge (points for being featured in Scott Pilgrim, and for having DGD perform here)

Great spot to listen to great music. Only take credit card or cash at the bar. Prices are a little over regular price point, but what you'd expect at a concert venue.

Great venue--easily one of my favourites in the city. Sound is good and it seems like they don't overpack the room. For keeners like me, bands who play here (in my experience) aren't big enough to draw a huge/rabid crowd, so no worries about lining up early (though you might get to chat to some band members). Can't comment on drinks.

Always a good time to be had. One of my fav cluds for seeing bands.

Went for the lucha libre event where they were featuring an ex-UFC fighter. Event tickets seem affordable for a good time and drinks are priced as expected. Can easily recommend for a night out doing something different. The place isn't huge but you should easily find space.

Good place to watch a local band. Decently priced drinks. Lots of space.

Lee's is truly one of the premier music spaces in Toronto to see up and coming bands. I've been going here for over 15 years and frankly it just gets better. Well run, well curated show list, plenty of fairly priced beers and friendly staff.
I would cry my eyes out if it ever disappeared.

Food is fantastic! Got to meet the top chef Lee and he was very approachable and just as sweet as the food. Amazing service!

Been here couple times already. Decent crow do people and the last couple times the bar service was pretty efficient

Always a great time. Lee's brings in some of the hottest bands and doesn't overcharge for drinks.

I had so much fun the last time I was there that I can't remember a thing!