Aside from this issue, the line was Extremely long just getting through bag check! There was some time wasted during the bag check process too. Came to find out that it took an additional 1/2 hour Just to turn Into the parking lot. I had to be extremely patient Just to enter into the Venue's parking lot for a VIP. I was overly excited for the Andre Rieu concert they hosted here only to find out that Just getting into the parking lot was a Complete nightmare & disaster. Additionally the Area needs it's own off ramp from the 5.Don't bother visiting this venue: it's not upscale as the Hollywood Bowl truly is. (The staff was nice however.) This arena, and surrounding neighborhood to the north needs to be demolished.

I have absolutely no desire to go to the Valley View Casino, ever again. Given the substandard facilities, any price is too much.) Note: There is a Chick Fil-A across the parking lot to the south. The food and beverage at the concessions is not surprisingly, over priced.(A previous response by the management maintained that their pricing is consistent with other venues. Then there is the usual security screening at the entrance which adds to the aggravation factor. To add insult to injury they charge $20.00. The parking lot is not well marked and is disintegrating. Not a place I would want to visit day or night.) Parking is also difficult. (Adult books stores, massage parlors,etc. The arena is located next to what appears to be San Diego's red light district. 2.As an alternate I would suggest getting off a Sea World Drive, going down to Midway (towards the ocean), turning left on to Midway, over the canal, then a another left onto Sports Arena Blvd. The traffic going in was terrible with cars backing up on to the 5 Freeway.

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