Dine-in
Yes
Sound Of Brazil in New York
Categories
Location on the map
New York, New York County, New York, US
Service options
Delivery
No
Takeaway
No
Highlights
Fast service
Yes
Great beer selection
Yes
Great cocktails
Yes
Great wine list
Yes
Live music
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Offerings
Alcohol
Yes
Beer
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Dancing
Yes
Food
Yes
Food at bar
Yes
Happy-hour drinks
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Wine
Yes
Amenities
Toilets
Yes
Atmosphere
Casual
Yes
Cosy
Yes
Crowd
Groups
Yes
Tourists
Yes
Planning
Accepts reservations
Yes
Phone: +1 212-243-4940
Site: http://www.sobs.com/
Site: http://www.sobs.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:7–11:30PM
- Tuesday:Closed
- Wednesday:7PM–12AM
- Thursday:7PM–2AM
- Friday:7PM–4AM
- Saturday:7PM–4AM
- Sunday:8PM–2AM
Comments (199)
Had a great time opening up for DJ Quik
Please are you really going to make people pay $30 to get in AND wait in a line?? Either manage capacity better or don’t sell tickets?
Went in for a Bollywood. It definitely did not live up to my expectations. Had a super hard time getting in past the rude and unreasonable requirements by the bouncers. The hype of the dress code was an absolute joke. Seen people coming in causal wear. Literally robbed us with the high priced drinks, a small water bottle for $5. The place was so packed, we literally had to dance by the entrance. Barely any room to even walk around. Would recommend not having cocky bouncers and overpriced drinks
I visited the this place on Saturday. They got a pedifile at the door to sell tickets. He literally touches the girls in line and gives them discounts to not say anything! He even told one couple to make out in front of him and he’d give them a discount absolutely disgusting!
Ive seen a few shows here, and have enjoyed myself each time. The shows started late every time, but Im not sure if that was more the performers doing than the venue. The staff has been friendly and the vibe nice. The food is delicious and comes in large portions, and the drinks are pretty good too. I will definitely see more shows here.
Honestly I found it very small and the music was ok’esh, most expensive as compared to any other clubs around NYC. it gets crowded with time & no place to enjoy properly.
Man this place I went for the first time yesterday Saturday and this place is good to go with friends have drinks food music concerts
I dont care how legendary this place is supposed to be, the staff was rude and disrespectful! Went to see a performance and they (sound guy) were disrespectful to the artist IN FRONT OF THE PATRONS. These artist will go on to make a name for themselves and I hope they never play this venue again. The prices for their drinks are way overpriced for what you get. If I hadnt been waiting for a month to see Mike, Niontay and side show perform I wouldve left early. Word of advice for the staff - you just WORK at the nightclub, no one came to see you- RELAX..
OMG... MOST EPIC DESI SCENE IN THE CITY.. HAD A BLAST PARTYING IT UP GREAT FRIENDS, AMAZING DRINKS, AND THE PLAYLIST FOR DAYS OF DANCING.. LOVE THIS PLACE.. ❤️
Way too crowded of 16 yo people!Drinks are overpriced and small. Come on, look at your reviews and try to make it better !
As the night grew the club became packed! More packed than covid regulations would allow I would say. The club itself is not that spacious and drinks are tad overpriced. I kept going outside to cool down as it became too hot in there. I went for Desi Saturday.
WAT A WAST OF A SATURDAY NIGHT! WENT WITH COUPLE FRIENDS THEY SAID U CANT COME IN IF YOU DONT BRING A GIRL? THEY CHARGE YOU TO GET IN BY HOW YOU LOOK! ITS A DIFFERENT PRICE FOR EAch PERSON! Stay away from this place!!!!!
I have been in this place many times in the last 10 years. Excellent live performance. I checked them out constantly. You should too
Not entirely impressed with this venue. I came here mainly for the music, and did not get food or a beverage. The sound quality was below average and the bands repeatedly had to ask the sound guy to make changes. That said, SOBs is very clean and has a very nice interior look, and makes for a very personal show.
Hard to find a place with allIndian music . So this is the place for it . They do play the top hits as well .
Ive been here twice and enjoyed both times. The drinks were a little overpriced, especially considering how tall some drinks should be and what I actually received. In either case, I loved the talent I came to see and would go again if he ever decided to come back.
My favorite venue in the city, there is a great sense of community and culture here. I have seen three concerts here and I have never been disappointed.
Went to see MAXO Kream!He was Amazing, the NY crowd was a little boring. But maybe because Im from the West where the vibes are poppin! Great show MAXO!
Good accoustics, nice spot, nice staff - The concert was a bit short, but thats to be expected from rappers nowadays.One slight problem, maybe just because Im french : the place is extremely inconvenient for smokers... no outside smoking area in the venue, each time you go outside the door to smoke you have to go through the bouncers search again and present your ticket again.Other than those little logistics questions, for a Manhattan venue the prices are decent and the sound is good. Yes, theres a card payment limit, but then maybe just hit an ATM before entering, it aint hard.
This venue is excellent for live music events. Just saw a new coming up Artist from Puerto Rico and the sound was good except for the beginning.
Wouldnt come back. I came to an event that was originally supposed to seat 300. I received an email from the event organizer that the venue provided misinformation: it can fit 300 people, but about 120 of those people will have to stand. Then! We get to the event, and everyone who is sitting, including those who paid extra for VIP/early access, has to spend a minimum of $25 each in order to remain seated. Otherwise, and I quote the waitress, Youre welcome to stand by the bar because there are people who are standing that are willing to pay that much. Wth? I mean, with a mandatory 18% gratuity, why wouldnt she be rude? Super tacky.*I read the business response. I still think its tacky, from management to the waitress. I wont be returning.
I have yet to get there but attending tonight (11/20/19) to see my son perform. I have been trying to call for the past three days, leaving messages etc to no avail. The outgoing messages are giving you information about days back in May ??? wanted info as to what time the doors open and if we could reserve a table, as we have a lot of out of town guests coming to support and obviously it means nothing to them to accommodate you with some professionalism to at least respond. I myself had surgery and cant stand long - I hope I at the very minimum enjoy this evening smh
I came here on a Friday night for a live salsa concert, and it was a really enjoyable experience. My review will only be focused on the place and the dance floor bar. The venue is big, with a good music quality. I like that this place has an actual dance floor, which is more catered to the type of ballroom dance music played here. If you feel like doing something out of the ordinary for a night, come here and enjoy your time.
Awesome little spot with great music playing. From the outside it doesnt look like a nice place, but after walking in the ambiance changes. The entry fee is cash only so be aware. I went there on a Friday night, and it was Latin night. The acoustic of the room is nice and there is plenty of space to dance. It wasnt packed at all which was good since Im not really a fan of big crowds. I was able to dance without bumping in to anyone. The bar was fully stocked but with a $30 card minimum I was not happy. In the future I will be bringing cash.
My favorite place in the entire world for Bollywood music!!!!
About last night at SOBs...the LOVE TRAIN band was FANTASTIC! And this Jalapeno Steak burger was DELISH! Lemon Drop Martini, shaken, not stirred was the best!
Ive been coming here for years. This is such a cool intimate spot for concerts and the food isnt bad either. I treated myself to see Adrian Marcel and the show was OUTSTANDING!!! So were the other performers especially Jane Handcock. This is an up close and personal spot so if your favorite artist is in town DEFINITELY check them out here.
Me and my girlfriend had a good time we went to go see a youtuber named Domo who performed there Friday night and they had other people performing as well everybody was pretty good my one thing is the bars overpriced and the Bartenders are not very nice, Plus he saw that set my card out miss fielding say anything that there was a $24 limit and we only ordered 2 drinks it came out to $22.Other than that great spot to come to with your friends and watch some people put form or get a snack or 2
Friday nights are great. Get there before 7pm and admission is free. Salsa class at 7pm - Ive taken it several times and it is different and fun ever time. Great energy and great people who love to dance! Happy hour has great deals too (:
Brunch here is very good. $31 gets you a three course meal along with a all you can drink brunch. The service here was great. I had both the red and the white sangria and loved both. My glass was never empty. I really enjoyed the food. While we ate there was a band playing with just added to the great atmosphere. Great for large groups or a date night.
What a great night of food and entertainment! The boyfriend and I used a LivingSocial deal to make reservations for a Samba-themed night. We were seated at a table right next to the dance floor and the waitress was very attentive in making sure the various parts of our our was taken care of. I was afraid that we would be rushed to finish so that they could seat another couple for dinner, but we were welcomed to stay as long as we wanted; we stayed for 4 hours between eating and dancing. The food was average, though the fish cooked and wrapped in a banana leaf was a nice touch. The samba band was good, though it was weird that the DJ played top 40 songs when they went on break. There was supposed to be a free samba lesson advertised in their flyer, but that never happened and restaurant staff couldnt given me a straight answer. All in all a very enjoyable night. The whole package wouldve been pricey had we not used a deal, but it was well worth what we ended up spending.
I am here in SOBS celebrating New Years eve. The admission was267 dollars per person. I have a friend with me.The food is lousy..2 pieces of chicken with a spoon of uncooked cold rice was served. . This is direspectful. Music was too loud. That is a rip off for267 dollars.. 2 bottles of cheap champagne was placed on my table. That is a nightmare.
I had my first experience with the venue this past weekend and we were told the headliners couldnt make it well after they were supposed to be on stage. I reached out to the venue requesting a refund for the two tickets I purchased as a result and the event staff processed my refund almost immediately and apologized for the inconvenience. Having worked for two major music venues in NY, I know that level of customer service is hard to find and I will most definitely be returning as a result! I was initially impressed by the sound quality and general layout of the space and even more so by the response of the venue staff.
The entrance is CASH ONLY $20 bar card with a minimum of $24 and NOT strong drinks.. I dont carry cash around so that was a situation at the entrance.. Once inside there is not enough place to sit, NOTHING to do with Brazilian music, the place is DARK! And men approach you in a way that from my perspective is rough.. (My perspective) so make sure you go with company otherwise men will be persistently chasing you..Besides that, everything is on point!👏👏👏👏 comparing SOB to Shrine in Harlem.. Shrine is much better, way cheaper and somehow a better behaved kind of environment (review based on the party night only however, I will have to try to attend the concerts there maybe I will have a better time)I would give it a second chance for concerts only.. Just to check
I went there Saturday night with friends and its 20.00 if you come in after midnight. Very reasonable for a place with top bands like Kes who played, A Top MC Dahved Levy (I love this funny man) and a super fine DJ who brought you music from all the Caribbean islands as well as Africa, the Latin countries and the US. Its a mix crowd.I would definitely be back, as this place is fab with super hot looking people who know how to party.
Came here for trap karaoke. The vibe was insane!!! Loved that. The drinks were wayyyyyyyyyy too pricey tho. Just completely expensive. Kitchen was open. Place was packed, music was awesome. Despite the drink prices, I was happy overall.
I paid $60 for a meet and greet ticket and there never was a meet and greet. They booked two shows in one night and cut off the biggest performance because they ran out of time...the sound guy was messing up a lot and cutting off mics or just not able to keep the volumes consistent. Horrible experience.
I wish i could give SOBs -1000 ( minus ) stars. I havent seen such a disgraceful act quite recently as they practiced. Had people on guest list supposedly before 11:30 pm complimentary entry. Had everyone piled up at 10:45 pm, no entry allowed whatsoever waiting in cold for an hour, even longer, start letting in at 11:40 pm, then having to make people pay the cover charge despite showing them the invite. A total disgraceful act. Many years ago i occasionaly used to go there, thought this was a legendary spot, certainly after this experience, i really dont think this matters much since i kwow they dont have respect for people, so their music, show or ambiance are of no importance to me at this time
Used to be best spot for dancehall i hope they bring dancehall saturdays BACK it was only left in Manhattan i hope carrebian saturdays come back
I was there Tuesday night 7/31 and I ordered drinks using my card and tipped my bartender with cash. I checked my bank statement and he got tipped twice, despite me crossing through the tip part and adding cash tip. His service was def not worth receiving 2 tips and I don’t appreciate that, I don’t come here regularly and won’t go out of my way to either
Its too dark, and its not enough chairs and tables. Plus the drinks are overpriced! The stage is enormous and is the most bright part. I wear eye correctives, and it bothers me because after I leave the light from the outside messes with me. I know its the right place for shows, but its a depression moment especially at the V files shows!
This is definitely a happy hour bar and often smells like stale beer when you pass by. The beats are fun, its a place to start the evening before you head somewhere else. I have to admit I havent tried the food yet but the drinks were not that great. Ill give it a second chance when Im in the area to try the menu and maybe amend my review.
The sound was great and the show was very intimate last night. However, my first time experience was hindered due to the extremely rude service of the security guards. I will not be coming back to a place that treats their patrons disrespectfully.
Clubs that are mostly reggae and hip-hop are not really my thing. But, I have this place a try just for kicks.First off, a $24 minimum on credit cards for watered down alcohol is absolutely ridiculous.Secondly, within the first hour I almost got into a fight because one tries to lick my womans hand and the other looked like he was trying to slip something into my friends drink.Lastly, upon leaving - two hours after arrival - it was a circus of people starting to get sick from drinking too damn much in the first place and me trying to avoid them from throwing up on me.As I said previously, gave the place a try. Never again.
Best bollywood place to party in NYC.
Brunch Review- on Sundays they have a Bossa Nova brunch with a live band who sound great. And yes, there is a dance area. For $31 you very a 3 course menu with unlimited sangria. Our waiter was on point with the refills. Food was tasty. Wld recommend this brunch for a date or groups.
Very dissatisfied with the way they treated the public tonight. We paid for entry into the Dominican Sounds event and the SOBs sound techs abruptly cut the end of the show before the last (and main) artist had finished his set-list. The excuse was that there was a second show to start at 12:30am. I can live with that. But there were better ways to communicate that to the public without saying Dont even think about playing another one. It was rude and careless way to treat concertgoers. You can even announce a a 4 minute grace period. Simply an unacceptable way to treat your paying customers. Very disappointed in the SOBs staff which I held in high regard from a previous visit.
Music was great and drinks were decent. Crowd was chill and not your typical drunk millenial crowd. I will definitely be back for their Carib Saturdays.
This is a legendary concert venue in downtown manhattan. Theyve been around for 30+ years. Your mom probably went there to see a show lol. I think this is an ideal layout for a small club / venue, I think every time Ive been here I dont notice the venue at all, its all about the performers, DJs and crowd. Thats how it should be... Last two times Ive been was for Caribbean night. Its the best. Highly recommended.
After suggesting this place to celebrate a friends birthday. We all arrive at 11pm with free invites and was not allowed in till after midnight an then told we have to pay or we can’t get in. It’s tiny inside and gets very crowded and it’s hard to even get anyone on the phone or to respond to your email.
Went for the club scene. Venue is sort of small but if youre a fan of Caribbean music, this place will have you dancing all night. Would give it 5 stars for music and vibe but management purposely makes you wait out in line so that more people end up having to pay rather than allow those who get there early in for free. Its really annoying when you walk in after waiting in line forever just to see 2 people inside the club. Like really? Have me freezing and standing in heels outside for no reason. Otherwise I had fun once inside and heard the music.
I am a native New Yorker and will keep to the directness of how we are known to be :)Food: Excellent! My favorites here are: Coconut shrimp and the NY Shell Steak.Drinks: Good. Depending on the nights you go.***Space: This is an old school music venue, club, restaurant and bar. It has some really amazing performances featuring Brazilian, Latino, Reggae, Funk, Bhangara, and Jazz. It has a small bar that opens up into the large dance floor and dining area. Great place to bring a date, impress your significant other, catch a live show, dance, or grab drinks with co-workers or friends. The performances are outstanding. You will have a great time during the show. They offer Happy hours with dance lessons some nights. ***The drinks are very watered down during those nights.Scene: Romantic. Date night. Get-togethers. Happy Hour. Singles Scene. Club. Live Performances.Service: Only Ok. Dont want to give them poor because they are courteous, but very slow.
Almost got robbed by security at sob. Security is trashy and this venue is trashy. Save your money if youre thinking of visiting this place. There are many nicer and safer clubs in NYC.
First Time At SOBs 4/4/18 To Support The Late To The Party Event For Up & Coming Hip-Hop, Rap Talent From The Tri-State Area. The Event Was Dope, The Food & Drinks Were Resonable & Very Good!! Would Recommend For Sure!! Pics . On Their Website. 🍸🍷🍽🍲🍤
I came here for a concert. Its a little small but not too bad. Not a Brazilian venue despite its name , drinks are tropical and food isnt Brazilian. For concerts/shows, its fine.
Nice spot to party on a Saturday night, OK crowd. Music is good.The 1 negative thing about this club is its ratio of men to women. Having visited this spot about 4 times in as many months I do feel like there have been too many guys in there and thus the women have to deal with men swooping down repeatedly like vultures. I am a male.
A shadow of its former self. This was a great place in the 80s 90s and early 2000s. The re-design has turned an open, inviting place into a dive. The food is good still bit the atmosphere is a disappointment.
I threw my 24th birthday function at SOB’s. Im not going to lie at first I was a little skeptical if it would be a good place to have a something here but I was overreacting it was an amazing night DJ was on point and the drinks was good. Shoutout to Rawl cool dude he made everything go right for me. 5 stars ✨
Had an AMAZING time when I took my girlfriend here for her birthday! Live Latin music was on fire and food and drinks were incredible! Not to mention the waitress was super nice! Will be back!
Do not come here for Caribbean Saturday (107.5 NYC radio station)!!!! Do not do not do not!!!! Im a Leo, and like many other Leos, I wanted to celebrate my birthday with great music and fun. I decided to try Caribbean Saturday. The flyer for this weekly event says ladies free before 12 with RSVP so myself, a few of my lady friends, and a whole bunch of others who saw the flyer RSVPd and got there way before 12. ITS A SHADY SHAM!!! They made everyone stand in line outside from 11 to 12 to then ask for $20 at the door. What?? My party and I paid the $20 since we had been standing in line for almost an hour and didnt want to spoil my bday. MIND YOU- when we entered, the venue was TOTALLY EMPTY! There was no need for a line at all. Its was only a ploy to rob money from people. When I brought it up to the host at the front, they rudely ignored me as if I wasnt saying anything. I told him that people shouldnt do shady things like that to other people; who knows how long and how much hassle it took for someone to get there and stand in line and to think that anyone could not of had the $20 fee after all of the waiting they had to do given their logical understanding that if they arrive before 12, they would be granted free admission. They couldnt care less. Not to mention that the party was subpar at best. SMH! Its an embarrassment to those in the urban community to operate business that way. Out of principle, do not come!
My friend was throwing up in the bathrooms and they were so helpful and caring. They were even going to give her a change of clothes. The DJ is really good as well. I love the diversity in this club.
Went here for my birthday celebration 12/24/16. I rsvpd so it was made so much easier. The Jewish party prior to carribean night ran late so I freezed by butt off for 1hr on the line was there around 11:06pm didnt get in until around 12am. Besides that I had such a blast. The music was awesome, it kind of died down when they started playing super old school music lol. But besides that Id totally come back here again. Well worth it.
I went last Saturday and it was way too cramped. The sounds were nice, but there was barely any room to dance. The drinks are overpriced and maybe this is the reason the guys that attend are so thirsty. The thirst is real.
Had a great time Saturday night with my wife and Mom. The food was great and so was the service. Cant forget the awesome live band. I recommend SOBs for sure!
The name of the place is sound of Brazil. I was expecting authentic brasilian food and music. The bouncer Larry was very nasty.The other workers were nice though.If you are looking for a Brazilian restaurant and looking to listen and dance to brazilian music do not go there. They also make you pay 18 dollars to get in which is ridiculous. We just wanted to eat there thats it.I have no idea why the heck this place is called sound of Brazil if there is nothing Brazilian about it. Thankfully we found a real brasilian restaurant a few blocks from there which is called Berimbau do Brasil or something like that. The food was great and the drinks too!
Legendary epic place. i have gone here for year and its a small nice spot. i got to see so many dope acts at sobs over the years. then the food is great. the drinks are awesome
Best concert ever! Flavour is a great artist!
While the venue is sub-par, SOBs is known for featuring amazing and talented artists -- both new and established. Ive seen Teedra Moses, John Legend, and Jill Scott perform at SOBs and each time Ive enjoyed the intimate atmosphere that SOB provides. However, I do not recommend ordering any food. Instead, eat at a great restaurant before heading to the show.
I went there 2 times for a salsa event and it was great. Once, with a few friends we decided to have brunch there and to my surprise the food was good and we had a nice time as well listening to live music.
Last night(1-31-13) I went down to SOBs for a concert.I went to the bar ordered 2 Vodka and Tonics and a Stella Artois;The price of which came to $34.98(without tip).Which I thought was a little expensive, even for Manhattan. I looked at the receipt and noticed I was charged $4.98 for a Service Fee.So apparently, if I use my card, they charge a service fee, without mentioning it, NO Signs, anywhere, and the only explanation given by the waitress wasI just run the cards, thats my jobThis is totally unacceptable, I have never been to any place in The City, or anywhere else besides an ATM, that has charged me a fee simply for using a card.Especially without any signage!!!!Regardless to say, I wont be back.
Staff is rude and not friendly very unprofessional they need to be train on being hospitable.Sound engineer has a chip on his shoulders wont work with the artist to produce good sound, system was horrible everyone doesnt know it all each day you live you learn management please provide training to your staff.
Extremely hypocritical and aggressive staff. Forcibly threw me and about 20 others out of a Joey Bada$$ concert for smoking weed when both the artists and DJs on stage were all smoking. Not saying I condone smoking or breaking state law but its ludicrous to throw 20 people onto the street without a warning for doing something that 200 people inside the club (including every single one of the performers) are doing. I wouldve put it out if asked, i didnt need to be assaulted. A bunch of random kids on the sidewalk that never met each other share stories of how they were grabbed by 2 guys and dragged and thrown out the door, only to stand outside with clouds of smoke pouring out from the inside while listening to music about smoking weed. This place is a waste of your time and money.
Space is good for a concert. Very intimate setting to see a good artist/performance. Food is ok and drinks are decent. Staff is friendly and attentive
SOBs is a nice intimate spot. I went for Marsha Ambrosius Friends and Lovers album release event. The acoustics, service and food were great.
I called you guys multiple times to inquire about a missing bag and have yet to get an email or anything just to even say yes or no. I left my number and there’s literally no real person to talk to when I call. I have a bunch of important stuff missing and just need literally like 10 minutes of somebodies time to let me know if it was found or not 🤦🏾♀️🤦🏾♀️
A few months ago I took my daughter to see her favorite artist August Alsino at SOBs. I paid $150 for a meet and greet, plus a signed CD. Well we got to meet and greet August, even though they over sold tickets-August was upset, tired BUT we begged to meet him after waiting on line for over 1 hour after the concert-reluctantly he waited, but NO SIGNED CDs, They didnt even have any CDs to give...... My daughter wanted that CD sooooooo bad, and I refused to buy it after paying $150.00. The next day, I was in communication with the Owner/manager of SOBs who was NO HELP in getting me a copy of the CD, very tasteless, he had the nerve to treat me as if I WAS GIVING HIM A HEADACHE. REALLY ;(• • •
I was at the venue Friday the 13th to see Jimmy Bosch play. Met with a few people. Place was ok, but as a friend went to close his tab a bit before 11p, the White Bartender that assisted him, looked like he was high on drugs!! That alone was scary. Its not difficult to close a persons tab, but the white bartender struck my friend out of no where and for no reason at all. Of course, my friend defended himself, but that same bartender STRUCK his girlfriend also. SHE HAS PICS OF HER BRUISED ARMS! I suggested they go to the Police. The crowd that night was calm and relaxed. OBVIOUSLY the manager keeps employees with atrocious and violent behavior. How disgusting of the manager to allow this! Delinquent Reputation for the Venue, I see. Never again will we go. For those who do...Watch out for that bartender for your safety.
Son of a bitc...............! This place has been around for some time now! Alot of international bands from around the world often show up here. Haitian bands play well there and is know for the cool vibe. The food and drinks were cool last i was there
Food was mediocre, but the ambiance was great; went with friends for the unlimited sangría, which was also mediocre. Service was punctual and efficient; live bossa nova band added lots to the atmosphere; would return with a large group.
Says shows starts at 7pm it already 9:15pm and now show. Also charged $12 service fee online and there are none at the door. Humid and overpriced drinks. Another money grab.
Went here to see Kabaka Pyramid for my birthday and I had a blast! Only downside was that the bar required me to purchase $30 worth drinks so I can use my card. I found an atm outside
Hello, sound of Brazil owner, I would want to attend Techy Fatule’s concert on September 18th. However I am 19 years of age, it’s there a way I could attend the concert and still purchase the tickets? Thanks
I went there for a concert. Good place, not outstanding. Will definitely go again. Drinks are ok but music was really good, crowded.
Be prepared to stand. Or get a table but you have to buy drinks or food. The food is actually pretty good. But not the best place to hang out
This is not chicken SMH I just asked for extra hot sauce ... Hot sauce was great
The best place in terms of security. The food is excellent, its about having a good time. Number 1 in terms of meeting place in town, always an unforgettable moment.
I came here for the RnB party and had so much fun. There was only one bartender so the line was a little chaotic but overall I had a great experience.
Nice club. Came here for Bhad Bhabie’s concert. I wish it was bigger but the bartenders and security were nice. Winded up running into Theresa from Jersey Housewives here! Lol
Came here a night ago and had the best time :’)
The dj never shut up. Cant listen and dance if all they do is talking the whole time and promoting the show coming the following week.
Went to see Kota the Friend perform here not too long ago. I really dig the venue space. Hope to someday perform here myself ;)
My friend performed there, so I came to show support. My experience was good.Im not a club person, but Id definitely go to S.O.Bs again!
Great atmosphere, loved the vibes. However, the drinks SUCKED! And you should hire more attractive bar tenders.
Bartenders are liars. I’ll never come to this place
They have the worst servers ever ! You call these people and they are rude and they dont even listen to your questions (she called herself as a manager of the afternoon shift, she does not have skills to be a manager at all). This place over charged for a cheap food and service ! Dont waste your time there! please.
Audio is terrible bad, i dont know why because they have been 100 years in the game...music and bands are 5 stars, eat outside food prisy, drinks too, 15 dollar a mojito uffff snd they are not but done but...
Love the dancing: get there early for ladies free, stay for the switch of styles at 11pm. example: you can salsa and then stay for the hatian party.
Bollywood DJ is good; but repeating same songs
The salsa parties are good, they have great live band playing some days. the food is pricy but tasty.
Sobs brunch is fantastic! The service and food is exceptional. Also great music -- been to multiple concerts there and love the crowd!
I use to frequent SOBs when I was younger and partied a lot more than I do now. I met some friends here for a party on a Friday night hosted by WBLS of old skool R&B/Hip hop and a littel reggae. We had a great time, the venue was just how I remembered it, spacious and well maintained, Thank goodness it was a mature crowd and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. Ladies free as long as you RSVP.
I HAVE TO GIVE FIVE STARS (SOB)I TOOK MY WIFE THERE FOR A SURPRISE MAJOR WAS PERFORMING SHE HAD KNOW CLUE UNTIL WE GOT INSIDE SHE SO THE PICTURE ON THE WALL BEHIND ME WE ALSO DID THE MEET AND GREET WHEN I TELL YOU MAJOR IS A WONDERFUL MAN WITH A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR OUR PICTURES SPOKE SO MUCH LOVE AND THE SHOW WAS FANTASTIC I WOULD GO SEE HIM ANY WHERE HE GIVES YOU YOUR MONEYS WORTH AND MORE. THANKS SHERRI/MICHELLE .🤴🤴🤴🤴
Great music, good vibes, not super pricey, always a pleasure to bless the stage, usually an inviting crowd
Habana de primera its the first band in Cuba it sounds pretty good I love this gay Alexander Abreu he is hilarious when play his instrument.
Very trashy, rachet venue. The hall itself is decent but the crowd and bar look so broken. Bar looked like a sad excuse. Smh
Saw Black Moon there. The crowd was giving, the music was thumping and the drinks were flowing. Great times.
Loved the live performances. Though not enough seats. Couldnt stay long to enjoy the artists.
Horrible place. We went in a show for kids (Grandes Pequeninos). The place is too dark, no structure for shows. Each ticket $20 no place to seat. No recommend!
Took my mother here for her 60th birthday she had a blast good music good atmosphere good food she had a blast in the staff or we are catering to her
I enjoy attending functions there I would tell anyone its a great small but very nice atmosphere. Food is great drinks are great too.
I was here once for a concert. Expensive to get in and expensive drinks. Not worth going unless there is a show going on that you really want to see.
I had the opportunity to align with my deeply connected family and deliver dance phenomena from my galaxy roughly 4,000 light years from earth Sobs is Dope AF🔥
This place is pretty good, although it can get very packed at times. Everything is easily accessible and the security is tight. Will be going there again.
Best old school hip-hop shows happen at S.O.B.s be it Rakim and KRS-one of members of Wu-Tang.
Sounds of Brazil always puts on great shows!!!
They have fantastic brunch and Saturday Caribbean night is so much fun!!!
Saw an awesome show here. Small and comfortable. Dont let them smell the blunt tho.
Good venue for a concert. Drinks are really pricey but what did you expect
Best place on saturdays for soca and dancehall .Nice environment, no ratchets , good vibes
For DJ Tunes x Moelogo x Afrobeats Night. Great space, getting in is a hassle tho, lots of room for improvement on that.
Came through on a reggae night and Marcus got me in very quickly !! Great vibes
Nice place for some underground hip hop music.
Nice large dance floor, music was good, dranks will cost you $$.
Did not start on time. Was to start at 11pm and still waiting at 12:10amThey didn’t give any free water.No seats for the wait outside
ALWAYS a great time here! Caribbean Fever Saturdays are amazing! 🎉🎊🙌🏾
Foods ok but the music is usually very good. Seating is a little tight.
I love this place. Excellent place to have some good fun. Very nice and respectful crowd..
Great venue. Easy to get to. Decent show lineup.
I love this place for a fun date night out and the fact that the food is amazing making it wonderful!
They have a bad rep for saying free before 12 and holding everyone outside in line till after 12 an then making them pay to get in
They had an event and we couldnt enter till 11 pm, then they had 20 $ cover, not worth it
Great Music Venue.Located 3 steps from the train stop!
Great music and drinks, especially on Kizomba night
Place doesnt really give a ufck about the customer.. trying to find out a way around getting scalped tickets, no help whatsoever.
Saturday.Nice crowd. Hot! Music ok... #BDayWeekend
Good spot for concerts. They always seem to have a good line up.
One of my favorite stops in NY. Brunch on Sunday is the best
Celebrated my moms 70th birthday year she loved this place
The bouncer confiscated my chicken rice even when I told him it was just a takeaway box for my lunch the next day.
Owwsm Indian music ..DJ was frndly in palying the requests.. had fund with old frnds..
Had a great night watching my niece perform
Was an awesome vibe on Saturday and I loved the music!!!!
Music culture creative social club amazing atmosphere
Titanium was cool
Legendary for up and coming artist.
Drinks are bad and overpriced. Security guards are rude.
Awesome place BUT the drinks are too expensive for what you get.
I love this club
Great venue. Small but intimate
Excellent Place yo dance Latin music!!
The only thing I dont like is that the bathroom is 2 wide and there is an attendant
Bad brunch experience. The waiter mislead us.
Justine Skye & Trevor Jackson were AMAZING here
Great staff and venue, will gladly come again
The food was cold and didnt had no favor.. And the drinks was water down.
Food was great. Nice seafood options.
Drinks are are over priced. The place is small!
Performed there with Rah Digga in July...
Keke palmer. Dj fresh the best night
Never fails me. always good shows.
Great space, drinks and music
You will dance soca is on point here
Nice. Beautiful,and. Hope it stays. Safe.thanks.
Food and drinks are not so good
Saturday nights are no longer what they use to be.
Cancled 2 days before reservation.
This is a great place to hang out.
Great performance venue
Good food
May 21st gon be CRAZYYY
ORIGINAL HIP-HOP ARTISTS
Great party night venue
Caribbean night is lit
Rubbish space,rubbish equipment, rubbish rude employees
Cool club and vibe!
Excited to see Maxo
They be dead up jamming! !!
Drinks get expensive
The music was great
Food is great!
EXCELLENT
This place is legendary.
Nice place to party
Very nice 👌
Not too cool
Great experience 😼🤘🏽
Miss coming here! #funtimes
Great vibe!
Amazing atmosphere
Total reviews rating 3.8
199 Reviews for Sound Of Brazil 2023:
Review №1
2022-01-03I went to the Bollywood New Years Eve (Desi Saturdays) & very disappointed. One, I wasnt able to get a refund on a ticket that my friend couldnt use because she was exposed to Covid (that should be a clear-cut refund)!!Two, they had a lot of old Indian music and too much of non Indian music, not what I paid for!!SOBs is a great place other than this event. Ive been there over the years many times & this Desi party was not one that was organized as advertised.
Review №2
2022-02-21I’m laughing at some of the lower rated reviews from the Bollywood party. One person actually complained about her preference of # of Bollywood songs vs today’s hits and they are the type to complain about how much sand there is at a beach.I like SOB’s because they actually follow the health and safety protocols properly and feel safe to party there. They aren’t a hole in the wall and also not a mega club, nice size in between. They are also relaxed on dress code as long as you don’t look like a slob. The drinks are normal club prices and not a suburb local pub, welcome to nyc. Promoters do their best for everyone to be safe and have a good time.The SOB staff does a great job keeping everyone safe.
Review №3
2022-07-05Went there mostly on Saturday nights since there is Bollywood party, the space is a bit small and you will find a lot of Indians if thats what you looking for, and also 100% Hindi, Bollywood music. The place gets pretty crowded, the dj’s are really good, you will definitely have fun there. The music is a bit loud loud. And drinks are expensive 😅 but i guess thats the case with all clubs so!!In short you will enjoy if u like Bollywood music. ;)Location: it is located near Christopher street, path is 9mins walk and metro is also close. So there is easy transportation access.
Review №4
2022-04-21Service has always been poor, and so was it last weekend. Waiters are not properly trained. It does feel like they dont value or pay attention to their customers. Music can be great, but the club should not get a free ride thanks to the band and not make an effort on customer service.
Review №5
2022-02-21If you are looking for a amazing Bollywood night then this is the place. I havent been on other days but this Saturday night, oh man!!! It was amazing. Perfect lights, perfect music, perfect crowd. I will be here again and again.
Review №6
2022-04-16My memories of SOBs were pretty good. I’ve attended many concerts and the samba brunch they used to host. This visit (4/15/22) was very disappointing. I went to see one of my favorite bands “Los Hacheros”, who are fantastic. However, SOBs falsely advertised the entrance fee as $15 at the door; they then charged $20 and the host claimed to know nothing about the $15 advertised ticket. Also, I called several times and e-mailed them to get the show time; but no one ever responded. When we got a table, the waiter brought us a food menu, which was ok. We also asked for a cocktail menu, which was not available. She seemed confused, asked for a minute, and came back to read off her tablet the names of random cocktails. When we asked what was in them, she said she did not know. Played it safe and got a Prosecco and a beer; waiter came back to inform us the Prosecco was not cold yet; got a Pinot Grigio. It’s a shame, place used to be good; doubt I’ll be coming back anytime soon.*Response to owner:Based on my experience last night, I was not surprised by your response to my factual and constructive critique. To be clear, like others, I did have a great time.. because the band is great , and in spite of your venue.
Review №7
2022-02-21Came to the Desi party this past Saturday and dozens of times in the past at other venues over the years. It is A MUST if you enjoy Bollywood music and dancing, you will not be disappointed.Ps. Buy tickets in advance to save some money.
Review №8
2022-05-16Music- not good. The DJ’s did NOT do well. Overpriced drinks. Went on bollywood night. Wouldn’t go again. Ticket prices were high so I expected a lot better.
Review №9
2022-04-04Wish I could give ZERO stars.The bollywood night is trash. Its a conjusted place with cheap lightings. Also, dont bother to buy tickets as they will still make you stand for about an hour in the line to enter.On top of that, if you need a STAG entry, dont worry just be ready to loosen you pockets, pay them extra bucks and they will allow you.Selling the tickets in BLACK, as a saying in India.
Review №10
2022-06-14Perfect, intimate venue. Got to see Joey Badass live here, and the place was bumpin. Cant wait to be back for another dope performance.