Marty’s On Newport – Santa Ana

Decent venue to see smaller bands. The proscenium is kinda funky though and a support post is partially blocking anybody standing stage left. Beer prices are reasonable. The parking lot fills up fast and they recommend overflow go park …

Awesome bands but the audio system at the venue itself could use some work. There was so much feedback over the speakers you could barely hear anything else. Aside from that, I really liked this place. It's a small venue so you can get up close to the stage. It gets real hot in there so you're gonna sweat.

I've lost count how many times I've been here. Bring cash since I think the bar has a $30 minimum credit card tab. Wines are kind of expensive - like $8+ - so I usually get a Stella. Really nice lighting, friendly bar tenders, and a sort of …