I've been to a few events here. It's a big enough venue to get some of the bigger acts/performers but yet small enough that there really isn't a bad seat in the house. Personally I like to sit in what some would call "the nose bleed" seats on the side of stage, because they actually are closer to the performers than the lower level seats at the back of the venue, and cheaper than those seats too.
They always set up a bar or two outside of the venue by the box office, and they allow you to bring your outside drinks in as long as it's in a plastic cup. There are concession stands throughout the convention center where you can get beer on tap, peanuts and even some made to order food items. I've never tried the food here, but their beer prices are actually reasonable.
For in indoor venue, this is a great place to see some of your favorite artists.