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The Enormous Room has got to be the most chill, hip lounge I have ever been to. Located in Central Square in Cambridge, one must first find Central Kitchen and then go through the door with the red elephant on it. Sounds like a treasure hunt, but that's actually exactly what it is (perhaps I should have put this under 'off the beaten path'). Once you reach the top of the stairs you have entered the Enormous Room.
Not exactly "enormous" but open enough to lounge away from others. Huge carpeted platforms line the black, brick walls with throw pillows and dim hanging lights and a touch of dark Moroccan decor. Even the sunniest of days leave the Enormous Room a hip cave to chill.
Light fare is served, I highly recommend the grape leaves and hummus, as well as a slew of drinks. It is easy to waste away a night, lying down, drinking, talking, listening to trippy electronica or whatever else the DJ is in the mood for. There are also occasional live performances.
This is more a hip hangout spot for twenty and thirty-somethings, but anyone is welcome.
Remove your shoes should you pick a platform to lounge on. Leave a Comment Theme: Eating and DrinkingAddress: 567 Massachusetts Ave, Central Square, CambridgePhone: 617.491.5599Directions: Located above Central Kitchen - Central Square T stop on the Red Line.
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There is no sign, just a door with a red elephant on it right next to Central Kitchen. Upstairs you'll find a corridor of a room that is dark, rich, and alluring. Several platforms line the walls where you can kick off your shoes and lounge with friends amidst the moroccan decor. They have a pretty interesting drink selection most of which will cost you about $9. They also offer some light dishes, the hummus plate is delicious. The quality of the waitstaff is wildly varied and they seemed to be understaffed the last couple of times I stopped in. Still it's a pretty laid-back spot to get the evening started.
Everytime I have gone I have enjoyed it up to a certain point....11pm. This is the time to make a decision. Depending on the type of person you are, you can either leave while the vibe is still mellow or stay to get your dance on when the freak switch gets flipped and the volume goes up. There will be a DJ if you go from Wed - Sat, or you may catch the occasional live show. A lot of people will probably be "shaking it" in your face if you happen to be lounging.
Also be prepared for a line or even a small cover charge if you get there late or go on a friday or saturday night.
There's really no dress code but you'll find yourself amongst 20 - 30 something hipsters, young professionals, and students. To blend, your best bet is to just dress up jeans. Theme: Eating and DrinkingAddress: 569 Massachusetts Ave (Cross Street: Pearl Street)Phone: 617-491-5550Directions: Central Square T stop (off the redline), near the blockbuster above Central Kitchen
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People come here mostly for the music. They feature different DJs every night of the week and for the most part they are excellent. It can actually be quite the event and can have a really artsy vibe. Some of the best nights can be found the second and fourth Tuesday of every month for Hearthrob, or the last Wednesday of the month for SoSoLimited. Go to the website for upcoming events and descriptions.
When you walk in you’ll find a square room with minimal décor and high exposed ceilings. The tables and benches are low and on wheels so you can “create your own space.” Mostly it serves as an easy way for people to open up a dance floor. Oh and they WILL dance. The clientele is a strange mix of hipsters, super-nerds, college kids, and average folk. You can easily wear a tank top and high-heels or a t-shirt and ripped jeans and fit in all the same.
On Fridays and Saturdays there is a $5 cover after 9 pm and a ridiculous line. I don't think waiting in line, it’s not worth it. Get a drink next door instead.
Pros: music, food, a cool space to lounge if you get there at the right time. Drinks are reasonably priced for Cambridge ($6 for a vodka & soda). I’d go on a Thursday.
Cons: lines, few beers on tap, the vibe of the night depends on the crowd.
*SoSo is currently on hiatus working on other projects* Theme: NightclubAddress: 315 Mass Ave (cross street: state st)Phone: 617 868 6739Directions: Between Central Square and Kendall Square. There is no big flashing sign. Find it across the street from Atlantis gym and next door to Miracle of Science Bar & Grill.Website: www.middlesexlounge.com Other Contact: http://sosolimited.com/
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The Middle East has been THE live music spot in Cambridge since they opened their doors in 1970. I have seen *countless* performances here, from friends in local bands all the way up to big name headliners from all over the world...if a band is coming to town, more often than not they are playing the Middle East.
Not only known for their music acts, the Middle East also has two restaurants (which serves among other things, middle eastern food) with full-service bars and a third, more classy restaurant, Zuzu. Art hangs on the walls showcasing local talent and the corner restaurant also has eclectic local performers on a nightly basis by way of belly dancers, jazz musicians and open-mic participants for your enjoyment.
The Middle East pretty much has it all. It is a wonderful support for local artists of all types and a staple to the Boston/Cambridge music scene.
Tickets for shows can be purchased at the door or through Ticketmaster depending on the act. Check with their website for detailed information on upcoming shows.
It's a rock club...anything goes. Leave a Comment Theme: Live MusicAddress: 472 Mass Ave.Phone: 617.492.9181Directions: 472 Mass Ave. T Stop: Red Line - Central Square Corner of Mass and Brookline AvesWebsite: http://www.mideastclub.com/
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Sadly, Man Ray closed its doors over a year ago. While there is talk about re-opening at a new location in the future, as of yet, there are no specific details. We can hope.....
Man Ray proclaims itself as the home of New England's underground scene, which probably says a lot, these days, about how much of the underground is fairly overground. What it is, really, is a great nightclub, friendly to all, with a very mixed, tolerant atmosphere. If you like to dance, this is one of the places to come, but if you have hang-ups about shaking your booty with members of the Boston area's gay and lesbian community, among other groups, then take yourself somewhere more sedate.
Saturday night features regular appearances from the resident drag queen, Rainbow Frite, who likes to describe herself as the 'long lost love child of Divine and Cyndi Lauper'. It doesn't matter who you are, you're liable to get a tongue lashing from this hostess.
The music is loud, and a kind of new-old mishmash, very danceable, and you're encouraged to get up on the mini-stages and make a spectacle of yourself.
They do have a dress code on certain nights, especially Wednesday (Gothic/industrial) and Fridays (fetish) but Wednesday and Saturday are more of a free for all, even if they welcome creativity on Saturdays. Thursday is definitely college-kid night. Leave a Comment Theme: NightclubAddress: 21 Brookline StPhone: 617-864-0400Directions: Central Square area, on the south side of Mass Ave.Website: http://www.manrayclub.com/
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If you in the afternoon, sometimes you’ll be the only one at a movie (which seems amazing, given the Boston area’s 250,000 college students, never mind others with flexible hours!).
None! Leave a Comment Theme: OtherAddress: One Kendall SquarePhone: 617-494-9800Directions: Beware! One Kendall Square is a building complex, and is not at the actual Kendall Square. It's a few minutes' walk from the Kendall T, on the far side of Broadway.Website: http://www.landmarktheatres.com/market/Boston/KendallSquareCinema.htm
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Shay's is my favorite pub in Cambridge. Shay's is small English style pub that is slightly 'sunken' into a small upward sloping sidewalk near Harvard Square. The outdoor patio, which sits between the sidewalk and the building, is almost as big as the inside area and is great for watching the world go by.
Drinking pints while sitting on the 'sunken' outdoor patio at Shay's makes me feel like I am back in college at Ball State skipping classes to drink with friends at Muglys. Whether it's a rainy spring day, a warm summer afternoon or cool fall evening; it just feels comfortable there so drop by for a pint (or two)... Leave a Comment Theme: Eating and DrinkingAddress: 25 JFK Street, Cambridge, MA.Phone: 617.864.9161Directions: About two blocks Southwest of Harvard Square and be sure to keeping looking down at the sidewalk or you could pass right by it.
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Here's a picture of where Boston meets Cambridge at the Longfellow bridge. If you can't find something happening in Cambridge, there's something going on in Boston! Leave a Comment Theme: Theater
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THE CELLAR (Between Harvard and Central Square)(991 Mass Ave.) This is a bar with a good selection of beer on tap. Part of it is actually located in a cellar (not a very deep one, though) with stone walls. It is not too exciting on week nights, but on Friday nights there is an interesting mix of locals, students and a nice international crowd. Leave a Comment Theme: Other
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