Grog Shop brings in a diverse offering of really great bands. Think "up and coming, we're gonna play Coachella then blow up" kinda bands. A lot of bands I saw there did just that so I'm glad I went to see them in such an intimate setting.
And that's exactly what the Grog Shop is. They offer intimate shows with really good bands on the cheap. An extensive beer list from awful and cheap right on up to the good stuff. And if you get sick of the opener or just aren't feeling the show, the B-Side lounge downstairs is a great place to chill out and offers a smoking patio that's usually filled with a decent crowd of interesting people.