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Royale

Night Club and Music Venue

Downtown Boston, Boston

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Royale

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Ranked #4 for live music in Downtown Boston
"particular Saturday night"(5 Tips)
"Also home to some of the best concerts, thanks to the Bowery Boston."(3 Tips)
"Amazing old 97s concert."(10 Tips)
"Great place for dancing free coat check and the drinks are pricey"(11 Tips)

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Peter SalemAugust 4, 2018
Great for shows, never been here just to go out. Plenty of bars, easy to get a drink, plenty of room on both levels but this can be bad if not many people come out
Upvoted Mar 1
KiraNovember 21, 2015
I know it's a nightclub but I went for a concert and it was awesome- nice staff, intimate venue, great sound.
Upvoted 4 weeks ago
Nadine PasterczykOctober 1, 2016
Definitely one of my fave clubs. They always have great trance artists.
FrancisApril 9, 2016
No better place to dance to the best DJs that come through Boston. Fri nights are EDM and awesome!
TablelistFebruary 23, 2014
Royale is know for bringing top chart DJs (and for epic lines and cover charges!) Book a VIP table with the Tablelist app and save time and $$ for the next show.
Dan ODecember 13, 2015
Good music, shitty front staff. They coat check but wont let hats into the building even if you plan to check it with your coat. You're forced to leave it outside by the door & hope no one steals it.
Emily YeagerOctober 3, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Interesting perk to seeing a concert here - the stage is high enough so you can easily see the band from the back of the dance floor. Read more
Connie ChanDecember 6, 2012
Out of all the clubs in Boston, I think Royale is the biggest of them all. Their stage is lively and a huge display screen with a big dance floor!
Alex LeavittApril 11, 2010
Don't bother with the coatcheck; use the lockers to the left. $4 per locker (versus $3 for coat + tip), and you can cram about 3 jackets and 2 purses in 1 locker. Also, you can revisit the locker all
The FeastJune 6, 2011
Dress to impress if you're going on a Saturday night; you'll be on full display on the round-the-block line. Also home to some of the best concerts, thanks to the Bowery Boston.
Eziquio LobãoDecember 13, 2014
Awesome music, and environment. If you're looking for a place to have fun, that's the right place for you!!
Men's Health MagJanuary 29, 2015
A cavernous, anything-goes joint where supermodels dance with transvestites and day traders to big-name national DJs. Read more
Benjamin DupontFebruary 7, 2013
The venue is crazy beautiful inside, huge potential size-wise. Just the right amount so it's still intimate. The usual over priced bar nonsense though means I will go elsewhere if at all possible.
Jt TourangeauFebruary 19, 2018
Great 2 tier bar / club; elegently decorated!
LauraFebruary 14, 2016
Been here 5+ times
The crowd usually sucks, especially if you go on a weekend. It's alright for concerts, but the slightly increased floor right in front of the stage is obnoxious
Casey ThorntonJanuary 1, 2013
Go up to the second floor balcony area if the downstairs bar is too crowded! Much more space upstairs plus a full bar
Michelangelo AragonJuly 27, 2014
My friend who is a medical marijuana patient got her medicine taken away even though she was rejecting to go into the royale. It was today Saturday at 11:45pm that it happened. Y do u violate rights?
AmyDecember 20, 2014
Been here 5+ times
expect lines for any show. They search and it takes way too much time. Staff generally rude. Drinks outrageously priced. Decent venue to see bands but with all the negatives I'm always hesitant to go.
Benjamin DoyleJanuary 2, 2015
A lot of bars. go to second floor for less line at the bars
Sophia DMay 2, 2015
Seen some great house djs there like deorro, a good place for drinking and dancing!
Mark WoodJune 5, 2010
What an amazing club to party in on a weekend. If you have never had the chance to visit this is the place to go to on a Friday or Saturday night. Read more
Christine KearnsAugust 20, 2013
Love the layout. Open floor plan up to the stage with U-shaped balcony.
Boston VIPListOctober 22, 2012
Monday October 29th Royale presents NERO Britain's electronic dance sensation! For tix/tables, BostonVipList@gmail.com Call or Text Sunny 617-335-5582 Facebook.com/BostonVipList @BostonVipList
AskMenFebruary 17, 2011
Check out its weekly Full-on Friday parties. Sure, you have to deal with the indignity of invasive searches & the occasional douchebag bouncer, but the go-go dancers inside & music make up for it. Read more
Jeremy KrantzAugust 7, 2014
Pretty decent concert venue. Audio is good and it's not too big
Bridget Reed MorawskiJanuary 1, 2015
Fun dj, good drinks, but the night we were there - a Friday - was barely occupied.
Zoe LouisJanuary 11, 2015
Great place for dancing free coat check and the drinks are pricey
Boston VIPListJune 26, 2012
FRIDAY JUNE 29TH Join us for a Summer Time Bikini Showcase. Resident DJ Breeazy. LADIES FREE UNTIL 11. VIP TABLES HIGHLY ENCOURAGED. bostonviplist@gmail.com 617-335-5582
The Daily Free PressNovember 26, 2012
Lots going on this season, including A Very GK! Holiday Festival, an alternative music concert festival. Begins at 2:30 p.m. Tickets start from $23.99.
Boston VIPListOctober 2, 2012
October 5th Think Pink A night to benefit the Dana Farber Cancer Institute Portion of Proceeds will be donated! LADIES FREE UNTIL 11 (Donations encouraged) D Breeazy and NRG Txt names to 617-335-5582
Keith (Keefy) ChachkesAugust 12, 2013
Great venue, sound and location. Needs a barricade.
Sumit JohriSeptember 1, 2014
Fridays nights are crazy.. Love d music, lot of great DJs every weekend.. :)
Boston VIPListSeptember 10, 2012
SEPT 14TH PAUL OAKENFOLD – A party to benefit the White Aisle Foundation for Cancer Research BostonVipList reduced admission, tix: http://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/162707?utm_source=BostonVIP
DJ Pauly DMarch 22, 2010
Boston stand up! Formally known as Roxy, but redesigned with a Miami feel. Only the best DJs in the world booked here, and of course DJ Pauly D is resident DJ here as well.
Boston VIPListOctober 22, 2012
FRIDAY OCTOBER 26TH FULL ON PRESENTS: WIZARD OF OZ HALLOWEEN! $2000 CASH PRIZE FOR BEST COSTUME!! Txt 617-335-5582 for reduced admission and tables. VIP highly recommended. bostonviplist@gmail.com
Juris SeredaOctober 28, 2017
Good drinks, not holding back on alcohol!
Boston VIPListOctober 16, 2012
OCTOBER 19th FALL 2012 BEBE FASHION SHOW BEBE GIVEAWAYS PLUS MARY KAY GIVEAWAYS! LADIES FREE UNTIL 11 DJ BREEAZY Get on the BostonVipList for reduced admission Txt 617-335-5582 BostonVipList@gmail.com
Boston VIPListOctober 8, 2012
FRIDAY October 12th FULL ON PRESENTS: DJ Suhel LADIES FREE UNTIL 11& DJ NRG Text in your names to 617-335-5582 BostonVipList@gmail.com Don't miss another great Friday to party for a cause!
Dan VOctober 5, 2012
Make sure you hide your contraband, they search thoroughly and you WILL lose your joint if its in a cigarette box, just saying..
Kayla BradshawJuly 10, 2015
Huge Club downtown. Cute dancers, expensive drinks
The Daily Free PressNovember 27, 2012
Lots going on this season, including A Very GK! Holiday Festival on Dec. 14, an alternative music concert festival. Begins at 2:30 p.m. Tickets start from $23.99.
Mayeso ChithamboAugust 3, 2013
Not really a fan of this place. I went on a particular Saturday night because there was supposed to be a "dance party." Felt more like a weird mix between a rave and a middle school dance.
Yvonne TntApril 24, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Get there early. If you'd like reduced admission for friday nights email me at Yvonne6one7@gmail.com. I'd be happy to help. Read more
Craig CollinsJune 6, 2017
Can't beat the $5 beer bar.
Kesi WangOctober 3, 2012
Royale is def one of the best club in town. If you need free/reduced admission, text me at 718-415-7901. :D
Alex DobyanNovember 9, 2014
Better vibe on 21+ nights when the couches and tables come out.
David RalphJune 11, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Ladies are free before midnight every Saturday and it's the hottest Saturday party in town. Fab music fab people fab club.
Boston VIPListNovember 7, 2011
NYC DJ SUHEL makes his return to FULL ON FRIDAYS AT ROYALE! VIP TABLES ENCOURAGED! Reduced Cover on the BostonVipList guest list! bostonviplist@gmail.com 617-335-5582 @bostonviplist
Joray WNovember 14, 2010
Been here 100+ times
best drinks are made on balcony level. and expedited service
Kayti LabelleNovember 18, 2011
Been here 25+ times
If you're here for a concert come visit the beer bar for $5 Harpoons!

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