Had some pizza and pepperoni bread while we waited for the Burlesque show to start and was very impressed with the food. Service could’ve been a bit better. Had to go find a menu for food and it would’ve been more convenient if they would’ve had a waitress/waiter checking up on people for drinks so they didn’t have to miss the show. We will be back soon to eat and will be on the lookout for upcoming events.
This place is fuckin' fantastic. Love the pizza, the people, the ambiance, and the beer selection. Only a small handful of places could be considered the best around, Blackthorn is definitely in that small group.
Great pizza, one of the best selections of craft beer in town and fun atmosphere. Staff is full of down-to-earth people who offer great service! Mel does an amazing job booking talented artists and bands and there is usually an awesome show every weekend! A local staple I've been going to for years!
This is the best place for live music in town. There is always something different to listen to. It is nice to be able to go out for the evening and not have to deal with a ton of drunken sorority girls and their drama.
It doesn't take many times going to a show before the patrons and staff all treat you like family. On busy nights be prepared to wait a few minutes for a drink, or be smart and order them 2 at a time ;)
Anyone who even remotely knows me knows I'm a regular at The Blackthorn! Good beer, good music, good pizza, and staff and guests that are like family. AND open 7 nights a week! Always my first choice!
Love the atmosphere and they have fantastic sandwiches and the pizza is to die for! If you get a chance you should try the Mad Greek pizza, it’s so good!
This place is awesome! We stopped last Christmas and enjoyed ourselves and planned a trip back tonight. Unfortunately the kitchen was closed, but you never would have known it. Roger, the owner, felt terrible and offered to go on a pizza run for us. He also invited our dog in and fed our kids quarters for the machines. Various locals also welcomed us. We shared pizzas, beers, and fun! We will be back next year on our annual pilgrimage between MN and AR. Love!
Pretty cool place honestly. Great menu if you're feeling hungry. Lots of drinks for the thirsty folk. Enough music and fun to dance yourself into happiness. Always have fun here. Had my hubby birthday party here. Will be going back many many more times!! Long live The Blackthorn! ��
My cast and I felt so welcome!! It was for real one of THE most fun shows I’ve ever done, and the audience energy was phenomenal!! The pizza was amazing and yay for gluten free options � 10 out of 10, highly recommend ���
Love this venue. I book comedy and do two open mics a month here. And I love it! Melanie bends over backwards to help me book the place and her awesome husband Steve make our badass fliers. The staff and owners are a huge help and an asset to the music, comedy and art scene in Joplin and the surrounding communities. The Pizza is the best in town and they have huge selection of beers, local, regional and abroad.
Great atmosphere, friendly staff, and some of the best pizza I've ever had!!!
Great place and a great owner! Also they have very tasty pizza and beer and awesome live music�
We did a show there a couple nights ago and Mel was absolutely the best host I think we've ever had. She worked for a week prepping the green room and made sure to promote the hell out of our show. The venue is huge and the bartenders were so nice and attentive. We had a blast and would love to be invited back. Thank you for a fantastic first Joplin experience!
Great place to get a beer and pizza, paired with good conversation and atmosphere.
Really fun place with a great atmosphere, and so many taps! This is clearly the place to be in Joplin!
I love coming here for shows, but we always got here after the kitchen closed or just came to play pool. This was my first time eating their pizza. Perfect, crunchy, flavorful thin crust and red sauce. This is definitely on my list of favorite Joplin food spots now! We went with a fairly traditional ham and pineapple and added red onion. So good. And their beer selection is great. I hadn't had Smithwick's on tap for ages. Can't wait for the show to start!
They serve a big pretzel that’s really good. They have 40 varieties of beer on tap along with live music.
such a great venue. have seen many shows here and love it everytime we are there. the staff is amazing and friendly and don't forget the delicious food. this is a must stop place regardless of the time of day
I appreciate the management for allowing my stepsons an their crew to have a venue to put out their musical influence on the universe.
Amazing staff, great atmosphere. Favorite spot to go to in town. Very inclusive, I've been to many shows as well.
Kameron “Panda” Stevens
+5
First time ever wife and I been here. Just moved to the area. Wanted a nice place for dinner and some good pizza. Dustin who took care of us was very polite professional and took the best care of us. Best service and best pizza we have had in a very long time..I've been to Chicago and had deep dish and this place beats Chicago deep dish hands down. Wife and I go to spot from now on for our pizza fix and not to mention the amazing selection of beers they have on tap. Top notch place to go to highly recommend this establishment
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