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B.B. King Blues Club and Grill

Times Square, 42nd Street, New York City, NY
212-997-4144
Ranked #121 of 460 nightlife in New York City
3.5 of 5 stars 40 Reviews
Type: Blues Bars
Activities: Nightlife
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sunderland
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Great soulful music, feel good afternoon with good food, service and entertainment... Will be heading back here again when I return...

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Bloomingdale
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

The Philly Soul Show was great, they rocked the house. This was a last minute choice and we had a fantastic time. It took us back in time, the Orchestra, the Singers, the Dancing, the Songs, the Mood and just being at B.B. Kings it was over the Top. WOW!!!!!!!! B.B. Kings is the place to be. DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

we visited the grill side of the on a sat night, the greeter was very unpleasant and quite rude as we witnessed throughout the night she was constantly unpleasant with all guests. The food was excellent quite highly priced along with the very over priced wine. The waitress was pleasant and knowledgeable and advised well. The music act was of... More

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Toronto
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

What a disaster of a live music venue. I was over the moon to find out that while I was in NYC for the first time, a great band I've liked for years--The Smithereens--were in town and playing at this location, which I've heard about in the past. So, we made our way after dinner and made it there just... More

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Sydney Australia
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Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

We chose this option instead of heading to a Harlem Church service. While the singing and music were fantastic, the show was over in 50 mins and we were left wanting more! Now, that is a good thing as it was so good but we couldn't help feeling a little disappointed. The buffet was pretty average but that wasn't a... More

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Ayr, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

Very well organised to pick up tickets and get in. Food acceptable, a little bit like school dinners, however how are they going to feed hundreds of people unless there is a lining up system? The show was excellent. Where else can you get a first class show, food, coffees etc for $42 each. (although Ticket Master managed to add... More

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See 5 more reviews by theTreveller for New York City
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
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Isn't a bad seat in the house but get there early to be seated as close to the stage as possible. I have purchased VIP seating (min 4) to reserve a booth and sit with just those I went with. when you don't they will seat you at long tables, just gives you an opportunity to meet new people interested... More

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London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012
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Went there for 68th birthday of Al Kooper. A great show with great musicians. Acoustics are excellent, atmosphere was magnificent, that's the place you should look if you are looking for a good blues/ soul show in city.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

Went to the Ronnie Earl show. This was the best i have seen at BB kings. These musicians are masters. Everything perfect.

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Richmond, Virginia
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012
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person found this review helpful

We were in NY for the weekend and decided to take in the show at BB King. Ronnie Earl is probably one of the BEST guitarists in the world, and we were amazed at the show. Blues, Jump, R&B, Jazz...he played NON STOP for almost 4 hours. We had drinks and food - some of the food was good, but... More

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