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SOMERVILLE. Namesake John DeLellis, a retired police officer, opened this live music club way back in 1969. Though he's...

SOMERVILLE. Namesake John DeLellis, a retired police officer, opened this live music club way back in 1969. Though he's passed, his family remains dedicated to providing their loyal customers with opportunities to catch some of the city's best root musicians in an intimate, old school setting. The weekly line-up ranges from jazz to Cajun, rock to country, blues to folk, so you can always count on cool goings-on here. Sunday's jazz brunches are popular affairs, and the daily dinner menu features hot numbers like fried calamari, Southern-fried chicken, shrimp scampi and panini. Reservations are suggested on nights when big-name performers take the stage.

Hours: Mon-Fri 3:30pm-1am; Sat-Sun 8:30am-1am

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SOMERVILLE. Located in Somerville, this area Irish pub is a standing favorite with the Cambridge crowd. It delivers...

SOMERVILLE. Located in Somerville, this area Irish pub is a standing favorite with the Cambridge crowd. It delivers plenty of dark Guinness, popular weekend brunches, and all the charms-n-trappings of a traditional brogue bar. The eats are quite good, and their heartier dishes like Guinness beef stew, bangers and mash and shepherd's pie are, indeed, worthy of song. A nice mix of draught and bottled beer, wine, and cider is also available. Best of all, the Burren features live traditional Irish music every night. You'd be hard-pressed to find better ­ and 'tis free, laddie.

Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-1am; Fri-Sat 11am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Diner's Club

CAMBRIDGE. From blues to folk to bluegrass, live bands perform every night at this cozy neighborhood bar. So, if you're...

CAMBRIDGE. From blues to folk to bluegrass, live bands perform every night at this cozy neighborhood bar. So, if you're looking for a good time on the weekend or just need a spot to chill after work, join this congenial crowd for a pint of ale and the quirky lineup of musicians. On busy nights, patrons sit elbow to elbow, but you won't mind ­ there's not a stranger in the house. Helpful, efficient service.

Hours: Mon-Wed 5pm-1am; Thu-Sat 5pm-2am; Sun 3pm-1am

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CAMBRIDGE. This chic, golden-hued establishment attracts a good contingent of upscale patrons within its comfortable...

CAMBRIDGE. This chic, golden-hued establishment attracts a good contingent of upscale patrons within its comfortable environs. The clientele relish rustic, Mediterranean cuisine, which pays heed to texture as much as it does to flavor. You'll often see patrons perched at the bar with friends, nursing drinks and chatting into the evening. Many times, they come for the bar scene and end up hanging out for dinner, or vice versa. Terrific ambience and a great neighborhood mainstay.

Hours: Mon-Wed 5pm-Midnight; Thu-Sat 5pm-1am; Sun 10:30am-Midnight

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CAMBRIDGE. Casual and comfortable, Cambridge Common's the place to come for a drink and a simple bite to eat (like a...

CAMBRIDGE. Casual and comfortable, Cambridge Common's the place to come for a drink and a simple bite to eat (like a cheese-laden bacon burger!). The place boasts a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere that appeals to students and professionals alike, and everyone is welcome. For entertainment, head downstairs to catch live acts performing at the Lizard Lounge.

Hours: Mon-Wed 11:30am-1am; Thu-Sat 11:30am-2am; Sun 10:30am-1am

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CAMBRIDGE. Elegant, fashionable Regattabar, tucked away inside the Charles Hotel, features a hushed ambience and low...

CAMBRIDGE. Elegant, fashionable Regattabar, tucked away inside the Charles Hotel, features a hushed ambience and low lighting, making it a perfect place for a quiet rendezvous. A variety of local, national, and international jazz and R&B acts can be found performing throughout the week, and a full bar helps guests unwind as well.

Hours: Event Dates and Times Vary

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CAMBRIDGE. Folks pack out this below-ground music club for live concerts and weekly poetry nights. The space is cozy and...

CAMBRIDGE. Folks pack out this below-ground music club for live concerts and weekly poetry nights. The space is cozy and inviting, embellished with Oriental rugs, red lighting and bar, where patrons flock for a luscious mai tai (Bacardi, Cointreau, pineapple and orange juice), margarita or beer. Dependable eats, such as nachos with chicken or chili, sweet potato fries, burgers and sandwiches, keep hunger at bay.

Hours: Sun-Mon 7:30pm-1am; Tue-Wed 8:30pm-1am; Thu-Sat 8:30pm-2am Event Dates and Times Vary

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CAMBRIDGE. Grendel's gained notoriety in 1982, when it won an historic court case in the US Supreme Court that enabled...

CAMBRIDGE. Grendel's gained notoriety in 1982, when it won an historic court case in the US Supreme Court that enabled them to use their liquor license and changed existing laws in 9 states. Now, it's a hot spot for the Harvard set, who flock here to hang out with friends and wile away the hours. Enjoy Grendel's happy hours, when the cost of the already reasonably priced menu items is cut in half. Selections are varied and interesting and cater to vegetarians and meat lovers alike. And the great selection of beer helps make Grendel's a keeper. Outside seating available as well.

Hours: Daily 11:30am-1am

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CAMBRIDGE. With an unwieldy moniker like this pub has, you'd think it would get lost in the crowd. But, just the...

CAMBRIDGE. With an unwieldy moniker like this pub has, you'd think it would get lost in the crowd. But, just the opposite has happened in Cambridge--folks remember this spot and spread the word to friends and visitors. Maybe it's the reasonable prices, the tasty pub grub, or the outstanding selection of home-brewed beers. Who knows, but the young, mostly collegiate crowd returns time and again.

Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-12:30am; Fri-Sat 11:30am-2am; Sun 11:30am-Midnight

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CAMBRIDGE. This festive Irish pub offers, along with a full bar, an outstanding array of appetizers, including Blarney...

CAMBRIDGE. This festive Irish pub offers, along with a full bar, an outstanding array of appetizers, including Blarney puffs and lobster-and-chive rangoons. A full dinner menu includes steaks, seafood, pastas, pizzas, and sandwiches. Plus, the place happily stocks Leffe, a fine Belgian beer that can be hard to find. An interior of dark woods, low lighting, and windows that open onto the street calls out to Harvard students, and the bar makes for a great place to watch the hustle and bustle of busy Massachusetts Avenue.

Hours: Sun-Wed 11am-1am; Thu-Sat 11am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club