I came here to watch End of Fashion with my partner, family, and friends. The venue has a great cavern-like aesthetic, and plenty of drinks on tap. The staff are very friendly and approachable, while the security stays on top of rowdy or inebriated patrons. I'd never been to Badlands before, but will definitely be coming back!

One of my favourite bars in Perth! Love the vibe of the beer garden and the Ivy walls, and stepping into the Cave feels like entering another world sometimes. Great atmosphere and awesome lighting. Perfect place for an alternative night out and great staff and security who will take the time to help if you have an issue

Good atmosphere and good music. However staff were very quick to judge friend, unfortunate circumstances, friends accidentally butted in to ask for a glass of water, and was kicked out for it. Bouncer Told him he could come back if he ‘sobered up’ so he sat out the front and went to 7/11 to get water/Powerade in an hour and A half period and was still denied entry after that He had only had 4 drinks throughout the entire night :) It came down to a misunderstanding and I understand they’re just doing their job but it was pretty poor form we had just arrived and he was removed within 5 minutes. Did everything he was told and was super cooperative not causing any trouble and still kicked out. Disappointing

If i could rate this place no stars I would . Great venue and I absolutely love velvet shock. However, the security were horrendous and the management absolutely sucks. They were extremely snarky and rude, kicking my friend with aspergers out. In absolute disgust about the management of this horrible place. All we experienced was discrimination, with my friend being denied entry at the bar constantly. Anyone associated with her was kicked out. Will never return to this place because of the security and management. They need help ASAP!!

It's got a vibe, Not a great vibe, but it's got something. Terrible beer, terrible wine, terrible sound, terrible toilets. I guess that makes it a great music venue? I'm not too disappointed this place is closing. To be honest when they got rid of Henhouse Live that was the beginning of the end for me. Hopefully someone buys it and makes a proper decent music venue.

Went there for an event on Saturday night, it was really good, not my kind of music but the event was pretty good. The design of the venue was really cool, theres a large bar outside where the outdoor area is almost completely covered with plenty of seating, tables and heaters. The inside looks like a cave and is very impressive. Large bar on one side with a sunken dancefloor in the middle with each ring outwards a few steps higher so wherever you are inside, you have a good view, with lots of lounges, seats and tables throughout. There was another small area to the side where a DJ was playing a different style with toilets available there too. There were a few toilets, some inside, some out, but the walls seemed like they needed to be cleaned. Nice variety of small cocktails ($12), shots ($10) and pours however I feel like the shots and cocktails contained less than one standard drink because I didnt feel the burn of some of their shots, or the definition of shot has changed. No food served that night, though they did have a few nibbles at the bar. Shame to hear that such a different venue will be closing. Would definitely come back.

Great little venue. Brilliant for a close intimate gig!

Awesome place for gigs, huge room that looks and feels like a cave, which adds to the fun of a rock or metal gig for sure. Good sound too. Great drinks, well priced and the staff are very active and friendly.

Great location. Great set up. Helpful and friendly staff. Will definitely return!

Really cool bar and the concert area is really cool. Saw Custard on the weekend and it was a very fun evening. Staff doing drinks should be able to know what a customer is asking for but also MIX THE DRINK. When you put the syrup on the bottom of the glass and don’t mix it I’m not getting the drink I was paying for. Same with things like Vodka. Don’t not stir a customers drink

On Friday night I held my own festival for my birthday at Badlands, which had been postponed since April lockdown. My only concern with the delay was going to be the weather. Well, I can confirm that the staff had delivered in making sure the marque was up with lights and heaters and our own smoking section! The bar staff. Brendan, Jordan and the other cool young guy, I’m so sorry I forgot your name. made the night so effortless. I cannot recommend Badlands enough. Ashleigh was very helpful in the leading up to the night. Whilst I can’t say enough about the venue and staff, my DJ and my people, made my special night epic!!

Great for events and always featuring some solid live music. The space itself is very creative with the indoors depicting that of a cave. The outdoor areas have turf and individual bar. A good spot for private functions and celebrations.

Great live music venue with decent drink prices. Full elivated stage and epic outdoor area to chill between bands. Often have food trucks for a late night sneaky snack too ;)

Pitty this place is going to close down it was my 1st time there and if I knew how good it was I'd have gone there more

Def Fx was amazing! Not the greatest beer selection. Then they even ran out of the tap beer I was drinking (only had 2 lol) Person behind the bar was great and very helpful.

Such an awesome venue for live music. Sad that it will be closing down soon! So many great local and interstate bands have graced the stage here. The layout of the club is really good, the atmosphere too. And the beer garden area is very spacious. Badlands, why do you have to close!?!

Best bar in Perth for rock and metal acts. It's a shame they're forced to shut down as we've been going here for years and will miss this place. Hopefully we can get down for the last few shows - I've never seen Def FX so now seems like the best chance I'll get! All the best, Mark and gang.

Had the pleasure of running an event with the Badlands crew. The attention to detail is like no other place in Perth. Get there while you can. They will be sorely missed.

Great location for series of band performances. Spacious yet intimate, helpful friendly staff from the door to the sound guys. Highly recommended.

Great way to spend a Saturday afternoon. Kids were welcome as well. Crowd favourites "Some Like It Yacht" rockin the house!

Been here twice for two separate emo night events, both times absolutely loved everything about this place. Immaculate energy, brilliant drinks, just good craic honestly.

Had an awesome time, great 80s band Velvet Shock good vibe good for all age groups , we didn't have food

We went for the Beatles cover concert! It’s a fun place!

Nice bar, but will never visit again. Ever. Security pick on people to be removed entirely based on appearance, rather than any sort of behaviour, and are simply *rs*h*l*s. It’s a nice bar, with nice music, but you don’t need idiots running security.

Went to see Pink Floyd tribute band here which was phenomenal! Tickets were brilliant value, drinks were fair prices and the venue was really funky! Bar staff were very helpful and friendly which really helped to make the night perfect!

My Favourite Bar in Perth and the Emo nights are the best i look forward too them most every month , best staff , venue , food and drinks , great beer garden aswell , if I could become a VIP member I would , really love this place and bands live are great too , very comfortable place to hang out with your mates

The bands were amazing! I am only giving 3 stars for the venue though as there was no food trucks. It was constantly advertised that food would be available so we thought we'd have dinner there. On the night we were told sorry...you'll have to order Uber Eats. It would have been nice for an update to be posted so we could have grabbed dinner beforehand!

Absolutely fantastic vibes! Definitely will be going to more events there!

Great vibe here. Lots of good live bands and shows on at this bar that make it awesome. They usually have a nice cocktail essentially on tap for $10 which is almost always a winner. Can get very busy and crowded but still an amazing time. Especially love the Brazilian gigs they occasionally host, crazy cool atmosphere.

Nice place for a gig. Tiered setup allows for a good view. Dance floor is small tho. Booze is cheap.

AWESOME! Can't thank these guys enough. They took a lot of the stress out of organising my sons 21st. They kept me up to date with everything and they made the night go as smooth as it could've gone!! I would recommend this venue for any significant event! LOVE LOVE LOVE!! I need to give special mention and thanks to Ashleigh and Holly👌👍

Really friendly,vibrant crowd staff are excellent and venue is really well set out catering for all walks of life, highly recommend a visit and yes we will most definitely be going back.

Badlands is very unique for live bands the sound, the crowd band interaction is fantastic last night Us and Them belted out Dark side of the moon wow what a performance thoroughly enjoyed as did everyone there. Staff are so courteous efficient made for a very memorable evening will be back

Great venue for live entertainment. Awesome atmosphere and team are fantastic. Always enjoy being there. Wish there were more places like it. But I guess thats what makes it great.

Great night! Saw a Joy Division / New Order tribute night and the band were unreal! Well run comfy venue with cheap booze and an awesome vibe. Would badlands again!

Fantastic bar. Great setup, both inside and out, as well as good drink prices.

Great atmosphere, well laid out small bar, perfect for live music. Cocktails are really well priced and staff are awesome. The only criticism I have is there’s only two stalls in the ladies bathrooms (there’s one inside and one adjacent to the outdoor beer garden). Other than that, perfect for a night out to a gig.

Good vibes, cheap drinks, clean toilets and friendly staff.

Staff were great, the place is a bit of a weird set up, sea containers, fences, marquess, weird but, somehow it’s good. The people the place attracts so weird people as well. Or maybe it’s just me. The older I get, the more I think everyone is weird. The food was quite tasty as well.

Went to listen to two tribute acts for Perfect Circle and Tool. What a unique and fun venue. Totally felt safe and surrounded by fellow music fans. This venue is tailor made for musical experiences for genuine fans.

Attended an Emo Night event here on a Saturday night in June 2022 and had an amazing time. Security before and during the event were friendly and present and we noticed no issues throughout the night. Bar staff were quick and decent despite the loud noise levels in the venue, and bathrooms were clean and well presented even late into the night. We would definitely consider attending the venue again.

Unique tucked away gem for live music. Holds up to 500 people. Good sound and for a smaller venue a number of different vantage points to watch from. Casual beer garden where you can get a drink and a feed before the Gig.

stunning venue! terrible cocktails.. would love to watch another show here but would skip the cocktails.. so small and tasted actually awful.. shame.. we saw the Fleetwood Mac Dreams tribute which was insanely good! loved them so much! ❤️

Hired Ivy 1 for my sons 21st birthday and was absolutely blown away by how helpful, friendly and competent all the staff were. Especially Nick who went above and beyond to make the night a success. Fantastic venue, thoroughly recommend!