Mexicali Blues Cafe

Truffle fries were good. Beers on tap were a nice selection. Sound from stage was mixed well. Would’ve liked more lighting for the rogue singer that stood in front of the larger-sized stage, but it is what it is. Enjoyed the mezzanine too. Front row seating to watch friends and enjoy the food and drink like a lazy adult.

First time ever being there and it's a cute little concert hall. Thought it might be more like a theater but it's more like a kind of a rock room with a teeny tiny balcony that can hold Maybe 20 people... sort of reminded me of House of Independents in Asbury or a smaller Great Eagle Hall. Saw both a Smiths and Depeche Mode cover bands that were absolutely spot on and perfect!! Great place to see bands... stage is elevated so that everyone has a view sound system was pretty good...nice intimate place to see bands. Drinks were fairly expense in my opinion and was charged $32 for 2 mixed drinks which were supposed to be doubles but were not strong weak actually watching them pour). For $37 ($5 tip) for two drinks ...yikes...we switched to beer.. this is why it got one less star. Will go again if they have an act I'd like to see but will pre-game beforehand and stick with beers there. Place is far from me but seems like it has greater potential to be an up and coming venue/place if they can draw in some more well known acts or hold club-like dance events.. Check it out.

Very neat little venue...honestly, a true hidden gem! First time there (drove 3 hours), but without a doubt, I'll be back. Not only do they have amazing acts on the schedule, there are multiple seats and tables available WITH FOOD SERVICE. Decided to just eat there since the drive was so long and we were not disappointed! Food was excellent (bar style - fries, burgers, Sammies) and the servers were exceedingly attentive and observant. If you're thinking of hitting a show here but aren't sure, take this as your sign to jump on it!

Not a fan of this place from the first time I went. After my last experience not sure there will be another. The long bench along the wall has been removed. As someone with health issues the ability to take a seat at some point of very important. I was unaware of the change. When I tried to ask the staff about somewhere to sit for a few minutes, the girl said no and before I could explain she turned and walked away. A friend said there were seats upstairs. I knew people paid for these but considering the pain I was in I thought about braving the stairs to ask. People were blocking the way. I am exceptionally grateful to the sound guy for having an extra stool. If not for him I may not have made it through the night.