The Cantab Lounge is a vibrant and iconic music venue located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Known for its cozy atmosphere and eclectic entertainment lineup, The Cantab Lounge has been a beloved gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Whether it's live music, open mic nights, or poetry slams, there's always something exciting happening at The Cantab Lounge. With a reputation for showcasing a wide range of musical genres, from bluegrass to funk, the venue has become a cornerstone of the local music scene. Patrons can also enjoy a diverse selection of drinks and a welcoming community of music enthusiasts. Whether you're a longtime regular or a first-time visitor, The Cantab Lounge offers a unique and unforgettable experience for all who walk through its doors.
Reviews
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!
What a fun place to drink, dance and listen to live music. Highly recommended.
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.
Great bar. It has kind of an old-school vibe that's very welcome, especially in a city as expensive as Cambridge. The prices are super reasonable, and the music and performances are usually solid. Depending on the night it can be very crowded or very chill, but it's always worth checking out.
A must go to if you are in the area and want a real feel of the way things used tobe in Cambridge. Great live music is often here and actually reasonably priced drinks especially for the area
I was recently back in Central Square for the first time in years. Was delighted to find that the Cantab Lounge hasn't changed a bit! Great vibe, live music, cheap beers, a tinge of diveiness (in a good way). Keep on rockin ⚡
I did not eat at this location, but the bar was very friendly. LGBTQ+ friendly, poetry night was incredibly fun, environment was very inviting. Bathroom could be slightly cleaner.
4.5/5 (I did not eat here.)
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.
Location
738 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139, United States
Hours
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Monday
05:00 AM - 01:00 AM
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Tuesday
05:00 AM - 01:00 AM
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Wednesday
05:00 AM - 01:00 AM
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Thursday
05:00 AM - 01:00 AM
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Friday
05:00 AM - 02:00 AM
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Saturday
03:00 AM - 02:00 AM
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Sunday
05:00 AM - 01:00 AM