Heard great things, left disenchanted. Went to Gimme Gimme Disco Night and it was a blast just dancing with a big old disco ball and loud retro music One of the security guards there was on a power trip or something though. When me and my boyfriend went to the bar area to grab drinks for a break, the security guard, a girl with a long braid, told him to make sure I drink a lot of water. Afterwards, she kicked out my friend just because she got sick and threw up in the bathroom. Meanwhile, when all of us were outside, an actual fight almost broke out outside. I get it, if people are acting all aggro then go ahead and make sure they're not around the rest of the patrons. But my friend didn't even do anything aggressive or wasn't harming anyone. She just got sick. So the security at strummers was whack last night for that
Van Hulcy
Best joint to catch a show! Staff are great from the servers to the security.
Bob Stump
My number 1 favorite venue to see live music. Love it there.
David Demello
Door man stated he was not allowing any more patrons and last call was in 10 minutes. Referred us to another bar.
Jasen Anstess
Always good vibes. Great place to hang out with friends.
Billy ray Lorenz
It's an ok bar. Really only go here if there is a good show. Definitely not a bar i'd go to regularly
Daniel Barajas
Careful with security as they are very sensitive in what you say to them. Never seen a worst security team in my life. The only negative of the venue. Remove security, and the venue would have a much better environment.
Micaela J.
If I could give no stars I would security is a joke they are rude and aggressive. They state they have all these rules and policies but yet can't prove them nor do they tell customers before going in like the so called head of security claim they do. Do your job right and protect people don't Jude and treat people unfairly because of the way they look. I believe there are photos of the "manager" apparently his name is Will. Prior reviews show him
Jason Simpson
Nice place for a show—good sound, decent stage, easy views from anywhere, and drinks are reasonably priced.
Small club with great venues, one section is for dancing and stage with a small bar and another section with booths, a full bar and outside smoking section with heat lamps. They have Latino nights to Punk.
Miriam Munoz
Most of their 3rd party DJs have been bad lately. Disco night ended at 12:30am instead of 1:30. People still had to pay 20$.The DJs excuse was that there was no internet. I do enjoy when they have karaoke in the other room. Also, the bar at the restaurant area knows their mixed drinks. The other bar in the next room needs more training on the drinks.
Laurie S.
Went to Strummers with a group of friends for Gimme Gimme Disco Night. We had purchased our tickets online, and when we got there, entering was smooth, and we received wristbands. I appreciated the security check upon entering, and the security guards throughout were friendly and on too of things. A drink had spilled near the dance floor, and they made sure to quickly grab towels and get it dried up fast. The disco ball, DJ, and vibe from the crowd was great! We stayed for about 2 hours. Bartender was efficient, cordial, and my drinks were tasty! Giving the restroom and little more refreshing and more frequent upkeep could help that final star come to life!
Michael Areklett
Good experience. Great place to perform. Highly recommended.
Alicia F.
Strummer's is D I V E Y. I am never in Fresno, but Bandalos Chinos' made a stop at Strummer's during their first US tour, so it had to be done! This venue is tiny, tiny. It's split into two sides. One side has a large bar with booths and a semi-private area with another small bar and the other side of the venue has the stage and another bar. I'd say the side with the stage could maaaaybe fit 250 people. They are located in the oh, so, trendy tower district behind a dollar tree and around the corner from Sequoia brewing. Parking isn't an issue around here, well not on a Tuesday night anyway. Lol Security and check-in were a breeze. Doors opened at 7PM, there was a small line to get in. I waited closer to 7:30PM, right before the opener started and there was no line. They check your bags, do a quick metal detector scan, check IDs, give you a wristband, scan ticket and boom, you're in. They had a small merch table at this show and both bars open. White claws and NA brews were $7 on the stage side and $6 on the booth side. This is the type of venue where you can't take your drinks outside of the bar area. It was gated off and had a security guard monitoring that you weren't taking your drinks out on the floor. Not a fan, but I get it. Bathrooms are available on both sides. They block the bathrooms on the stage side before and after the show because the bands walk through there to get backstage. Sound check booth is near the entrance, like very out in the open, it was a little weird. The acoustics in here suck ass. The opener had drums on a track, which were uncomfortably loud, so you could barely hear her vocals. This was after a few attempts of the band telling the sound people to adjust it. They were having some issues. The main band didn't seem to have any sound issues, but they had a full band and louder crowd, so it could have just been masked with loudness. Security clears out the venue pretty quick, unless you are purchasing merch. They were inviting everyone to the other side of the space for a lil Tuesday night karaoke. Moral of the story, it was an easy concert day. Parking is easy, no waiting in lines, tickets were cheap, fees were minimal, and drinks were cheap. I would come here again for some smaller indie bands, but this spot is no well-oiled machine.
it seems like it needs a bar and venue rescue
Heard great things, left disenchanted. Went to Gimme Gimme Disco Night and it was a blast just dancing with a big old disco ball and loud retro music One of the security guards there was on a power trip or something though. When me and my boyfriend went to the bar area to grab drinks for a break, the security guard, a girl with a long braid, told him to make sure I drink a lot of water. Afterwards, she kicked out my friend just because she got sick and threw up in the bathroom. Meanwhile, when all of us were outside, an actual fight almost broke out outside. I get it, if people are acting all aggro then go ahead and make sure they're not around the rest of the patrons. But my friend didn't even do anything aggressive or wasn't harming anyone. She just got sick. So the security at strummers was whack last night for that
Best joint to catch a show! Staff are great from the servers to the security.
My number 1 favorite venue to see live music. Love it there.
Door man stated he was not allowing any more patrons and last call was in 10 minutes. Referred us to another bar.
Always good vibes. Great place to hang out with friends.
It's an ok bar. Really only go here if there is a good show. Definitely not a bar i'd go to regularly
Careful with security as they are very sensitive in what you say to them. Never seen a worst security team in my life. The only negative of the venue. Remove security, and the venue would have a much better environment.
If I could give no stars I would security is a joke they are rude and aggressive. They state they have all these rules and policies but yet can't prove them nor do they tell customers before going in like the so called head of security claim they do. Do your job right and protect people don't Jude and treat people unfairly because of the way they look. I believe there are photos of the "manager" apparently his name is Will. Prior reviews show him
Nice place for a show—good sound, decent stage, easy views from anywhere, and drinks are reasonably priced.
Restaurantji Recommends
Small club with great venues, one section is for dancing and stage with a small bar and another section with booths, a full bar and outside smoking section with heat lamps. They have Latino nights to Punk.
Most of their 3rd party DJs have been bad lately. Disco night ended at 12:30am instead of 1:30. People still had to pay 20$.The DJs excuse was that there was no internet. I do enjoy when they have karaoke in the other room. Also, the bar at the restaurant area knows their mixed drinks. The other bar in the next room needs more training on the drinks.
Went to Strummers with a group of friends for Gimme Gimme Disco Night. We had purchased our tickets online, and when we got there, entering was smooth, and we received wristbands. I appreciated the security check upon entering, and the security guards throughout were friendly and on too of things. A drink had spilled near the dance floor, and they made sure to quickly grab towels and get it dried up fast. The disco ball, DJ, and vibe from the crowd was great! We stayed for about 2 hours. Bartender was efficient, cordial, and my drinks were tasty! Giving the restroom and little more refreshing and more frequent upkeep could help that final star come to life!
Good experience. Great place to perform. Highly recommended.
Strummer's is D I V E Y. I am never in Fresno, but Bandalos Chinos' made a stop at Strummer's during their first US tour, so it had to be done! This venue is tiny, tiny. It's split into two sides. One side has a large bar with booths and a semi-private area with another small bar and the other side of the venue has the stage and another bar. I'd say the side with the stage could maaaaybe fit 250 people. They are located in the oh, so, trendy tower district behind a dollar tree and around the corner from Sequoia brewing. Parking isn't an issue around here, well not on a Tuesday night anyway. Lol Security and check-in were a breeze. Doors opened at 7PM, there was a small line to get in. I waited closer to 7:30PM, right before the opener started and there was no line. They check your bags, do a quick metal detector scan, check IDs, give you a wristband, scan ticket and boom, you're in. They had a small merch table at this show and both bars open. White claws and NA brews were $7 on the stage side and $6 on the booth side. This is the type of venue where you can't take your drinks outside of the bar area. It was gated off and had a security guard monitoring that you weren't taking your drinks out on the floor. Not a fan, but I get it. Bathrooms are available on both sides. They block the bathrooms on the stage side before and after the show because the bands walk through there to get backstage. Sound check booth is near the entrance, like very out in the open, it was a little weird. The acoustics in here suck ass. The opener had drums on a track, which were uncomfortably loud, so you could barely hear her vocals. This was after a few attempts of the band telling the sound people to adjust it. They were having some issues. The main band didn't seem to have any sound issues, but they had a full band and louder crowd, so it could have just been masked with loudness. Security clears out the venue pretty quick, unless you are purchasing merch. They were inviting everyone to the other side of the space for a lil Tuesday night karaoke. Moral of the story, it was an easy concert day. Parking is easy, no waiting in lines, tickets were cheap, fees were minimal, and drinks were cheap. I would come here again for some smaller indie bands, but this spot is no well-oiled machine.