Rough-and-ready venue for entertainment such as live music, poetry slams, open-mike nights & beer.
At a glance
#7 of 17 Bars in CambridgeLocalGuideWorld score: 4.40
Rating breakdown
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5 ★60%
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4 ★25%
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3 ★9%
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2 ★2%
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1 ★3%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of The Cantab Lounge?
- The Cantab Lounge is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 561 reviews.
- How does The Cantab Lounge rank in Cambridge?
- The Cantab Lounge is #7 of 17 Bars in Cambridge by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is The Cantab Lounge located?
- 738 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139 — 0.5 km from the center of Cambridge.
- How can I contact The Cantab Lounge?
- Phone: (617) 714-4278 · Website: thecantablounge.com
Easy to get to, one block from redline. Don’t need an Uber. Cheapest drinks I’ve seen around, solid beer selection and two floors of entertainment. I’m coming back no doubt. Btw - They only have snacks but Nbd bc they let you BYOF! Lastly, staff were good people 👍
Amazing place to catch some music any night of the week you can’t really miss. 💚👏🏼🎉
So much fun!
We visited the Cantab Lounge for the Stand-Up Comedy event on Saturday and it was such a funny evening. The Bartender was very nice the drinks delicious and the Comedy was eeally good. All workers there have been so lovley very courteous and we had overall a lovley evening and will be back!
Furthermore I unfortunately lost my hat and gloves at this Lounge said evening and they found it and kept it safe until I picked it up!
We visited the Cantab Lounge for the Stand-Up Comedy event on Saturday and it was such a funny evening. The Bartender was very nice the drinks delicious and the Comedy was eeally good. All workers there have been so lovley very courteous and we had overall a lovley evening and will be back!
Furthermore I unfortunately lost my hat and gloves at this Lounge said evening and they found it and kept it safe until I picked it up!
What a fun place to drink, dance and listen to live music. Highly recommended.
Cantab is a neighborhood gem! Soulful live music, reasonably priced drink options, free coat rack in the back, friendly staff and always a fun crowd.
Chicken Slacks (featured in the video here) perform most Thursday nights @ 10–highly recommend!
Chicken Slacks (featured in the video here) perform most Thursday nights @ 10–highly recommend!
The positive parts of Cantab include that it’s typically less crowded than 730 Tavern, is near Central Square metro stop, available tap water, modest size, and live music. The negative parts are the entry cover even on an early weeknight, sticky floors, overly loud music, and adults who ask for tips for their dancing. The cover is not even in whole dollars; it’s $10.50.
Small bar with live music. Apparently it gets quite busy, but on a Saturday night in July it was quite dead. The band playing was okay but the sound setup was pretty terrible. There was a chill vibe, no fee to get in. Got a couple of drinks and enjoyed the music. It was really hot inside.
Deserves more than 4 for sure. There’s an entry charge (which they call cover for some reason) if you come in late, but the live music is well worth 6 bucks. All cash place, but there’s an ATM inside or so I’ve been told. Come here with a bunch of friends, you’ll have a great time!
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