The Wellmont Theater

5th time coming here, needed to get full experience before reviewing. The place is well kept and very nice looking. Beautiful architecture around the stage and roof. There is a bar on each floor that's accessible easily from wherever you sit. The main entrance is well placed away from Bloomfield Avenue traffic which is highly appreciated because, well, Jersey drivers. Parking is terrible. Everytime, I have lost at least 30 to 45 minutes getting parking having been early to the venue by at least an hour and a half. There are plenty of bars and restaurants in the area in case you show up early and need to kill some time. The entering crowd is handled very well by the staff, however exiting.....different story. I recommend hanging out in your seat a minimum of 10-15 minutes after the show ends to avoid getting stepped on, choking on B.O., or sharing intimate space with someone you have NO interest being that close to. Seating is tight in the upper levels, so if you're over 5'5" or over 180lbs. I recommend trying to sit downstairs. I'm 5'10" tall and weigh about 220lbs. My knees were hitting the seat back in front of me and I could not close my legs. I had no choice but to stand to keep my legs from cramping. Altogether, I like coming here as sometimes great acts perform and ticket prices are very reasonable.

Amazing venue for up close and personal concerts. There’s not a bad seat in the house unless you’re standing outside saw Kreator testament, and possessed. It was a great show.

Nice theater, convenient location with parking garage in easy walking distance, decent food & drink options nearby pub nextdoor. Venue bathrooms were clean, friendly bar staff, only snacks popcorn, potato chips available, drinks prices expensive but probably not as bad as Manhattan prices. Seating was ok I had plenty of leg room I'm 5'10" and a good view. My second time seeing a concert here, I'd definitely come here again.

Nice local theater in vibrant downtown area. Good variety of concerts throughout the year. Many restaurants and public or street parking. Acoustics is quite good, bar area for beverages, decent restrooms although could use some modernization.

Nice open venue, area is nice as well. I sat in the lodge which had a pretty good view. Leaving the venue was bad there wasn’t a clear exit everyone was just stuck not moving due to the gift shop being in the way. The venue should’ve had better security.

It was nice when you were inside viewing the concert, but it was very crowded in the hallways. And the bathroom situation was awful especially for the women.

Saw Frozen Soul, Obituary, Cannibal Corpse, and Amon Amarth. Staff is friendly and efficient, and I got in with no fuss. Sound is loud enough and decent quality, not the best and not the worst I've heard in a venue. Floor was sticky everywhere along the upstairs seating. AC worked and temp was fine. Seats are wide but low to the ground. If you're in the front of the balcony and are short, you might have the guard railings in your view. Obituary had next to the band bright white lights shining randomly into the balcony which was instant blindness from an otherwise constantly dark stage. I don't know if it was the band's choice or the venue's, but it was a really boneheaded decision. Only had water so can't comment on the liquor. There were lots of people were wandering around with beer and popcorn, though. Parking next door to the Wellmont at the South Fullerton Parking Plaza is accessed from South Fullerton Avenue, and is $30, but it's close, easy, and clean. Traffic snarls on the Parkway around here so budget in some extra time to arrive. Even though this is a Ticketmaster venue, prices were reasonable. Would return for more metal.

I visited this theater to see The Driver Era live! The VIP line & GA line were pretty organized. The acoustics were incredible. It gets a little hot in the theater, but that's to be expected. The staff were extremely friendly and also professional. It's in a safe area of town. My only recommendation is to just have an idea where you want to park. It's within walking distance, and it's tucked into this plaza type of section, easy to get to.

Went here for the first time this week to see Kamelot, Hammerfall and Ad Infinitum. Decent sized venue with some seating which is small but adequate. We sat in row AA right behind the sound mixer and had a perfect view. Sound mix was mostly perfect and I could hear almost everyone. Parking in the multi-story lot just next door to the venue was convenient.

Great place to see concerts! Standing room and seating available. It's quite a large place, with multiple bars and great service. The architecture inside is phenomenal, very beautiful. I have been here to see Cold war kids and lamb of God, both fantastic experiences. On my last visit, they opened the doors 1 hour after advertised. This created a huge queue of people which took a while to process. Another downside is the entry area is quite packed, it's where you'll find the first bar, the merchandise stands, and the first floor bathrooms. This area is extremely cramped and annoying if you're trying to pass through. The staff is pretty friendly and the drink prices are expensive. Overall the place is Very cool.