WHO IT SUITS
Is this venue right for you?
For concert and electronic-music fans, those hoping to see internationally known DJs up close and anyone interested in an iconic part of Istanbul club history.


Nightclubs
Admission prices vary by event type and program. Reservations can be made by phone at +90 212 249 12 83.
EDITOR'S REVIEW
Operating since 1994, Roxy is a longstanding Istanbul club that brings live concerts, electronic nights and special events to the same stage.
Live bands and DJs rotate through a changing calendar covering electronic music, rock, alternative and jazz. Artists, door times and event types vary by date, so rely on the official schedule.
A red-curtained stage, circular light projections and heavy haze give it the feel of a concert club. In the bar, warm red lighting and exposed brick create a more relaxed place to socialize.
A hybrid of live-concert culture and a club or disco. Also operating as RX since 2018, it hosts electronic music alongside theatrical performances and jazz sessions.
An energetic, music-focused crowd, generally young adults interested in busy dance floors, electronic music and live gigs.
Smart casual suits the club. Crowded dance-floor scenes suggest comfortable, tidy clothing.
Roxy remains popular thanks to its history of clubbing and live music dating back to the nineties, its curated concerts, and a powerful Funktion-One sound system on great nights. Many visitors enjoy unforgettable evenings here, drawn by high-quality artists and a relaxed crowd. However, there are also many who miss the venue's old setup and consistent programming quality. There are recurring, serious complaints regarding door staff behaving aggressively, discriminatorily, or homophobically, as well as charging foreigners different entry fees. On some nights, the sound quality and atmosphere have also been lackluster. The choice of concert is a key factor; it is essential to verify tickets, door policies, and entry fees only through official channels.
WHO IT SUITS
For concert and electronic-music fans, those hoping to see internationally known DJs up close and anyone interested in an iconic part of Istanbul club history.
HIGHLIGHTS
Strong production facilities: a 25-square-meter professional stage, ten screens, two projectors, a 3.5-meter ceiling and capacity for roughly 750–800 people.
NOTE
Check the current announcements for the program, door time, admission and reservation terms.
GETTING THERE
Near İstiklal Caddesi, about a six-minute walk from Taksim Square.