Foundation Room Cleveland

We bought early access into the foundation room before a concert at the house of blues. I’ll try to make this as easy to explain as possible because I did not feel the staff at HOB knew how to explain it to guests. Perks of purchasing this ticket: you skip the line outside, you have access to food and beverages at a cool bar inside/upstairs that other guests don’t. To get there you go down a back hallway and scan your foundation room ticket and go up an elevator (they make it feel very speakeasy). You do get to skip the lines getting into the concert but ask a staff member where to go. We had balcony seats and needed to ask a few people where the “hidden” door was (it is not marked but down a 1/2 flight of stairs). If you’re general admission into HOB you have to go back down the elevator or stairs to get into the concert but you still skip the lines which is nice. We happened to be there on a night when a local artist was playing in the fountain room which was cool. I feel he was better than the opening act at our concert! The bartenders could smile more, but service was quick for both food and drinks. You also have access to this bar and these restrooms during the concert if lines are long but it’s a hike if you’re general admission. All in all we would purchase this access again just to not wait in the long lines outside before the concerts.

This is one of the best venues in Cleveland for a concert. Its not the biggest, but its wonderful. The location is amazing. So much to do around it that you can come early and not be bored before the event. The staff here is wonderful. Always fast, efficient, and helpful. Good drinks and great food. Absolutely love coming here for a concert. I know itll be a good show and Ill have a great time if its here. Venue has standing general admission, vip seats, and balcony seats. Ive done the balcony and the general admission and had a great time in both. There are several bars in each floor so you never have to wait long to get your drinks or food. The staff keeps the place clean as well.

Great music venue/bar above the House of Blues. Great vibes, very chill atmosphere. I really enjoy House Sessions every forth Friday. They always rotate great local DJs playing groovy tunes.

I was here for an event. Good food service, Very good bartender. Even the brand new one. This shows they do their homework while hiring. Will definitely be back!

Excellent private bar/club. Fantastic atmosphere. Love the second floor where you can go while a band is playing downstairs and still hear them but its not overwhelming. Love the private booths with curtains. Love the balcony overlooking the pedestrian street below.

Worst experience ever!!!! at the foundation room, been going there for years, lately the staff and manager were horrendous!!! They kicked my friend out because the door guy yelled for her to take the stairs because too many people were in the elevator, never being there before she opened the door next to the elevator thinking it was the stairwell but it was an alcohol closet & was unlocked (negligence on their part). She immediately turned back around realizing it was a closet. The door guy kicked her out In 10 degrees weather called a security guard escorting her out while .treating her as a criminal. & not giving her a. chance to call an Uber. All because she mistakenly thought a closet was the staircase. Really a bunch of idiots working there!!! Who would put an alcohol in a closer unlocked next to an elevator that is in a busy area. The bartender was rude as F… and wanted to serve well drinks as opposed to a high shelf, a drink is a drink. Terrible experience ever, especially, after seeing an amazing band at the HOB, it completely turned the rest of the evening into a horrible experience. The customer experience has gone out the door… and saddest thing is the staff and manager were trash & did not care. Where is Jules? , he was the Bomb gave the best customer service, miss him!!!! It baffles me because I come from a generation were customers were of up most of importance and lately they just don’t care at all and are completely disrespectful to the customers, Customer service has gone down the tubes. I would not be surprised if the doors close soon at this location with that kind of operation . ☹️

Absolutely love it here. For the live music and atmosphere.

The Foundation Room is a hidden gem that I love to frequent before and after shows at the House of Blues. The atmosphere is top notch, and they often have live music without a cover.

Great place to bring the new year! Had great time with family and friends ❤️.

Chic, eclectic. Amazing woodwork. Scenic. Has a air of class but still relaxed not pretentious. Saw a great band Lake Erie collective. Positive vibes and an amazing wait staff

H & Julie are excellent Bartenders!The Foundation Room is so beautiful!Duprees Dead Band is a fantastic Grateful Dead Tribute that plays every 1st Friday August-May in The Foundation Room Cleveland! Its always a FREE CONCERT!Come check it out sometime!

Sam was the best! Made me the best mojito of my life! The vibes, the southern NOLA charm, and the drinks were amazing! 10/10 would definitely come back!

What could have been a bad experience due to an Open Table mix-up, was turned into a stellar stop and example of fantastic service and class by the manager, Julius. So glad, too. I love this place; even though this was only our second or third time there. Probably the coolest, swankiest restaurant/lounge stop in town. Youll be intrigued by the back elevator entrance, the interesting decor, and the multilevel layout. Food is top-class, too.

There was a 90s Hip Hop night here right at the beginning of October, and it was pretty lit. I thought this was something else though, not a bar/club with classic Hip Hop but thats just what it was. The music was dope and so was the vibe so Ill go back sometime

Super trendy place with some style to it. Foundation Room occasionally hosts music artists of various genre. It is located on the upper floors for which youll have to take an elevator. Additionally, the Room has a cool balcony with amazing views.

Walked around the whole block and couldnt find any entrance labeled Foundation Room nor any open House of Blues door. Gave up and went somewhere across the street.

Staff seemed less than happy to be there.

Staff is incredible and has a super fun atmosphere. Very cool construction & decor add to the allure.

Loooooove the foundation room😘. The decor is beautiful, its always a pleasure, the vibes always on point and the staff is top notch. I always make it a destination point when downtown . I Took this picture during one of the many show and events Ive been to at the House of blues in CLE 😘. Definitely recommend it.

Friendly hospitality, beautiful decor, a great bar and out-of-this-world delicious food. The chef is truly an artist in flavors, and the atmosphere is simply wonderful.

One of the best spots in the city

Private club , sometimes open to the public

What an experience! Room is kinda hidden so you have to ask for it when you go on into the house of blues. Food is DELICIOUS, you cant go wrong with anything. Once done eating, check out the bar on the lower level.

Great venue for a concert.

Amazing and friendly customer service!

Always a good time. Drinks are great and music is fun. People are nice here too.

I am grateful for first Fridays with Duprees Dead Band!

They keep idols of God and Goddess for their interiors. This hirts thier religion... They are not meant to be kept in Clubs and Dining places.Please remove such Idols from your places.

Very cool restaurant/bar area. Super nice waiter. The food was not so great and pricey. Would not recommend dining there.

One of the best kept secrets in Cleveland! Amazing spot and amazing staff!!

This place is exquisite! First Friday was a blast. Was my first time! Ill be back for more dead music for sure!!!

No worth the extra money!!

Love the atmosphere, great staff, good food and nice drinks.

Always a wonderful time the manager Julius is continuously on top and accommodating to every guest that walks in that door!!

Service staff food was great as always. Cat wait to get back. They always make us feel important!

Such a cool vibe. Awesome bartenders

Great atmosphere! Drinks arent cheap but they are good.

Classy vibes with aproachable people.The best house music in Cleveland!

Beer was too high

Great atmosphere, but you pay for it. Drink and food prices are OMG!

BEST VENUE IN CLEVELAND. absolutely gorgeous detailed, vibrant aesthetic.

Wonderful CLE gem.

Best kept secret in CLE. A must visit for anyone.

Great atmosphere and funky DJs

Great

Just wow this place is amazing

Unique place. Staff was very friendly

Trashy people in an uppity room with barely any seating or bar space.

Favorite room in HOB

Very cool location.

The best kept secret in cleveland

Beautiful place comfortable environment

My favorite place!!

Julious makes the experience an experience!!!😁

Cool hidden secret place

Julius is the best!!!

A real gem

Great Space