Better known as OPL, this sports bar likes to do live music, though they show a decided preference for jam bands. They've hosted Conehead Buddha, among others. Even better known for reggae shows and they prefer to book national acts. Fairly close to Cornell University and Ithaca College. Intimate atmosphere with small, easy-going staff.
More popular shows can be rather packed.
A former Masonic Lodge downtown that is now a rather large club offering a wide variety of live music, including ska, reggae, punk, hardcore and more. Walking distance from Cornell University and Ithaca College. Known for their great pizza, they're located in the Collegetown area, just outside the gates of Cornell University. Most of the larger acts passing through Utica tend to play at this medium-sized club. While mostly known for rock shows, they also sometimes do ska and have hosted Reel Big Fish, among others.