Izod Center

I went there for the first and only time in December of 2009 for a knicks vs. Nets NBA game and it a nice experience we a had floor seats and the place looked new except the inside design of the stadium looked outdated eventhough it wasn’t the ushers were helpful the concession stands were well kept I’m surprised it was closed down so quick original Giants stadium was closed down too quick.

Fantastic arena to say the least. Reminds me of Disney’s Epcot with its lovely 70’s futuristic charm. I went to an event here before it closed, and I’m going to say it will be sad to see such a great arena go. The staff was super friendly, and the arena was huge. I wish I saw this place sooner, as I would have taken the 3-​hour drive here to see more events and experience more of what the venue has to offer.

We reached iZod center 1 hour 30 mins before our event and we were able to get parking instantly. There was no line at the ticket counter as well. After the show, we got straight out to our parking. Overall it was a great experience!

I’m two months too late, but I just found out the Izod Center is closing. I-​sad? No, not really (if you didn’t dislike me for that lousy pun, you won’t like me as I’m about to disclose that I’m a Duke fan).
Yes, the only time I visited this fine arena was to watch Duke play (and beat) UConn, Dec. 2014. Having also visited Madison Square Garden and Barclays Center for other events (including, of course, Duke games; the perks of living in the Tri State), I can say this place really fell short compared to its peers.
Both MSG and BC are integrated into the neighborhoods they’re in, with businesses around the arenas supporting fans, and are well intertwined with regional public transit. You can get to a game by subway or Long Island Railroad AND you can have a good meal before your game.
You couldn’t do that at Izod. It’s in the middle of nowhere. It’s one of those arenas surrounded by parking lots with nothing around it.
It’s also very user unfriendly. Just figuring out which entrance to go through is a pain, and walking around the arena is a desolate process. Plus, the thing is downright ugly.
Getting to the Izod was a pain in the butt. NJ Transit train of thought (PUN!): «Hey, we’ve got a fancy rail line from Secaucus Junction. I hear there’s a big basketball game coming up. How about we not use this rail connection? I hear people just can’t get enough of our bus system!»
That’s right, I spent a good while figuring out the most optimal way to get to the arena while avoiding traffic. NJT was running buses from Secaucus Junction to the arena, but my friend and I spent a good 20 minutes just waiting in the bus before it left. Fortunately, NJT had an arsenal of buses waiting outside the arena after the game to take myself and the rest of dissapointed UConn fans back to Secaucus Junction.
All in all, Izod Center was a relic of the past. I’m glad it’s gone, so most of these events can actually take place in locations that are convenient, easy to go to, and entertaining for fans.

Really nice place to come to for many different type of events for kids and adults for little events on nice. And concerts too! Their prices seem a little low as compared to main events in quite sure they change it pre event. The staff was friendly and kind enough to help you to your seat if needed. Place is clean and maintained.

I went to the slipknot and korn concert this saturday and to be honest perhaps it was the music or maybe the fact that i was feeling saucy but I loved it. The venue itself is so ugly, they carry the crappy kind of beers (coors thats you) and I would never buy food there.
The great thing about it was that although i had nosebleed seats i was able to easily get into the lower level… the staff is very kind. the security gaurds were both very attentive and cute so as a girl i cant really complain..

Came here in September for the SLAM Tour. The parking was expensive ($ 20) we even had to catch a shuttle which was way overcrowded to reach the arena. Seats are comfortable but food tastes plain. Once the concert started, all the staff in each section left and no one was there to make sure everyone was in their seats (what the heck?) It’s okay, definitely not extravagant or special.

Arrived at 7:45 for Uconn vs Duke — didn’t park until about 8:30. Missed 10 min of 1^st half. At the break tried to get a beer, made it to the counter to find out it was cash only. Seriously?! After getting cash I rejoined a much longer beer line. Ended up spending $ 20 for two beers and missed 5 mins of 2^nd half. After the game I came back to my car and waited an hour to leave. I hate this place so much. Figures the Jets play next door. Would give 0 if I could…

Came here for an NCAA basketball game and could not have had a better experience. Realized when I pulled in that I had left the tickets at home (3+ hours away), stressed out and feeling like an idiot we walked up to the box office and within seconds had fresh tickets printed and in our hands. No lines at the box office or while going through security! We sat in section 104 and had a great line of sight. Felt bad for the people in the suite right behind us as they would have to get up to see over us every time we stood up (and I know those suite seats cost a fortune). Only complaint I had was the very hectic parking situation. It seemed a little unorganized but we got in and out safely so can’t say too much. Over all very pleased and will definitely return to this venue.

The parking is not too bad if you get there early I mean that’s just common sense. The food is overpriced but that is just supply and demand at work. You cant bring any food or drink into the arena so they can charge what they want for what they have. I can’t really say many bad things. I went to Disney on ice, saw the show, and enjoyed it. What else can I ask for.

Brendan Byrne, Continental Airlines, Izod, the names have changed, but this arena has not at all. Sure they’ve reupholstered the chairs over the years, but that’s about it.
The food options are terrible. The acoustics for concerts are abysmal. The layout is as vanilla as an arena can be.
That being said, it serves its purpose. The sight lines are decent enough from most seats, even if the sound is not so spectacular.
The parking can be tough, as they’ve eliminated a bit due to construction projects over the years. If you find yourself parking by the stadium and having to walk though the bridge tunnel, be prepared to moo like cattle.
It’s fairly easy to get in and out, both in terms of parking and access to the venue itself.
This place is in serious need of a facelift, and in dire need of some edible food options.
Of course, with no major sports teams anymore and only the occasional concert circus or special event, I suspect very little will be done to upgrade this joint.

Have seen concerts here over the years… Got the vip parking this time which worked out…
The wifi service at Izod Centre was not working at all… Not sure why.

There’s something sad and depressing about the poor, old Izod Center. Maybe it’s that sense of soullessness pervading its interior since the Nets and Devils long ago abandoned their one-​time home. For me, it began losing its luster sometime after they renamed it from the Brendon Byrne Arena, which it will forever remain known to me. It’s only saving grace is that its intimate enough that there really isn’t a bad seat in the house in terms of a view.
I have only been here twice in recent years. Once several years ago with Marc N. to see Van Halen play with David Lee Roth helming the mike. And last night with my son to catch WWE Live. For these events, the Izod Center gets the job done and it beats going all the way into Manhattan to see shows at MSG. The newer Prudential Center beats it by a mile though, obviously.
Thanks to the influx of nicer, more upscale arenas and stadiums around the country, I’ve come to expect better food and concession options at these places. Alas, «the Zod» (as it is loving known) delivers nothing in that regard. It’s all the same olé crap they were serving when they opened back in the 70s.
This old lady could really use a makeover…

Ive only been here for music concerts, so this is a review of the venue with that in mind.
Its well organized to get into. Tight security, so be prepared to be «felt up». Its not a huge place, compared, for example, to Giants Stadium. But it is covered. Large parking lots make parking possible, but you may be far away. Mass transit is a good idea here.
Concerts here are often bands who are also playing in Madison Square Gardens, and sometimes it can be better here. Not always sold out in one second flat.
The food and drink here is quite expensive, if you can avoid it I would. I like this venue though and find it fine for larger shows.

I went here today for my cousins graduation. There was plenty of parking and very spacious seating, however there were only 800 people there to pick up their deploma. There was a lot of outlets to the seating.
For a place for graduation, it is an ideal place.

I was here for the Justin Timberlake concert. #JT2020Tour and I had the best time ever. I had tickets to the floor section which was so easy to get to. The floor area offers bathrooms which cuts the lines tremendously and also for the concession stands. The arena isn’t so big and I realized that most seats probably had a good view of Mr. Timberlake.
I may be wrong but the trains don’t run to the Izod Center? I heard they only run on weekdays? If this is the case I hope they change that quick. It was hell like any other event to get out of the parking lot. This is why I prefer going into the city and using public transportation. When I go to football games I always take the train to MetLife Stadium now so I hope the Izod Center offers the same.

I have been here for a few concerts. The good thing is that you can drive in and out pretty easily without much of a backup.
The problem is that the parking lot is hella far from the actual stadium. You either need to walk through this long creepy tunnel (I am guessing its at least a quarter mile long?) or take a shuttle from across the way at the Meadowlands/​Giants Stadium.
Last time I went there was a long line to get in, I think they could have done a better job to prevent bottlenecking.
They let you bring in water bottles, but only without the cap. Really can’t come up witha logical conclusion for this one…
The food and beer stands are organized in a horrible way so that it is incredibly difficult to navigate. While there are many bathrooms, the lines get long and because of all the food stands in the way, they are difficult to even figure out where the end is. It’s a bad situation when you have drunk people who really need to pee. A lot of the women around me were cursing and calling each other bitches because no one knew where the end of the line was. Luckily, the line moves fast.
The sound is good and the place is well maintained.
I guess its good if you have a car and live nearby. Oh, and don’t mind paying $ 25 to park. Now I know why the tickets weren’t too pricey. Seems like a bitch. Do yourself a favor, take the train to a more convenient location.

Came here to see Maroon 5. The arena was large and clean, had enough leg room as well. I spent most of the time standing up anyways.
There is a bus from Port Authority that will get you there in about 20min and costs $ 5 (only exact change is accepted). The same bus will take you back once the concert is over.
The only reason I decided to watch the show here instead of in MSG was because it was about $ 100 cheaper. The crowd was mostly 40 year olds and high school kids who came with their parents. Weird.

Although in the middle of nowhere, IZOD Center is decent venue to see a concert. It’s just getting there and back that’s a little big of an adventure, at least if you’re going by rail. Wanting to avoid the hassle and cost of driving and parking, I took the train from Hoboken to Secaucus and then a bus from there, since the rail line doesn’t go up to the Meadowlands for IZOD events. No biggie. The bus was free and they had plenty of them running before and after the show. However, depending on the lateness of the hour and where you’re going, you may have to wait awhile for a train to get back. I know this.
There are four gates into IZOD and if you have a GA ticket like I did, you have to walk around to Gate A for entrance onto floor level. No hassle getting in with the standard pat downs, ticket checks and wristbands. Not a ton of concessions, but enough to buy overpriced water and beer (in plastic bottles, not cups).
I showed up early and got a great spot about 50 ft to the left of the stage and listened to a little reggae by Jimmy Cliff. Then around 8:30 The Dave Matthews Band took the stage and proceeded to crank out one of the best set lists I’ve heard in a long time; a great mix of new and old. The entire venue was packed with rowdy fans and the sound was great from opener to encore.
The smell on the other hand… well, let’s just say there were plenty of intentional (and resulting unintentional) ‘highs’ permeating throughout the crowd. I also think I ripped the soles off my shoes when wading through an endless amount of spilled, sticky and dried beer on the way out. All just part of the fun of being right in the middle of the action!

«I have a surprise for you… meet me at Penn station in one hour and we’re taking the NJ Transit to go see Coldplay at the IZOD Center!» You’re kidding me? Nope. DOPE! :)
I love Coldplay. I think it’s one of the only British pop-​rock groups that tickle my fancy. I find their music to be timeless. And Chris Martin– could he BE more awesome! Well, except that he married that wretched Gwyneth Paltrow– that snobby microbiotic eating thespian, who unfortunately lives in NY. YUCK! Never been a fan… she just rubs me the wrong way. Full of condescension and a «I have this faux accent» and I am so brilliant because I spent one semester studying at UCSB and named my child after a fruit.
I remember watching an episode of Oprah where she was cooking a piece of fish. She literally slathered a huge blob of miso on the fish and called it a day. Oprah was like, «Oh, yum, looks delicious…» NOT.
Anyway, I digress. The concert was totes amaze balls– for those of you, thinking, «what the sam hill?» In British, it means «totally amazing!» We got hooked up to the «meet and greet» prior to the concert and the after party (in W. Village), apparently because SOMEONE (ah-​hem) knew the drummer, Will. :)
Getting to New Jersey is a different story. You have to take the train there. It’s very «Some Like it Hot.»
Not only was this my first real concert in NY/​NJ, but my first time in Jersey. Can I get a hair gel?
I had a fabulous time. I lost my voice. I took lots of pictures. I took vids of the night. See link:
Muchas gracias por otra noche maravillosa! :)