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Lizard Lounge

Lizard Lounge Boston United States 42.382109 -71.119587
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Bar / Live Music Venue / Lounge

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Ratings:

Lucas

Adriana

Jonah

Emma

Party Earth Review: Tucked away in the basement of the Cambridge Common restaurant is The Lizard Lounge, one of Boston’s best live music venues that attracts a diverse clientele of students, beatniks, and alternative types. A staircase lined with press clippings and posters leads patrons into what looks more like a comfortable rec room rather than hallowed musical ground. Crushed velvet curtains and plush red rugs are illuminated by a dim red glow and keep the place homey, a vibe augmented by the fact that there is no stage – instead, musicians perform at eye level with only a Persian rug separating them from the audience. Such an intimate setting can lead to an appreciative hush for solo performers or, at more raucous shows, to lively interaction between bands and audience. Most nights see a young, hip crowd of musicians and Harvard students mixing with older Cambridge beatniks and local music lovers, all come together to enjoy music ranging from rock to folk, blues, and jazz. Round wooden tables on either side of the room offer a place for couples and groups to gather, while lone arrivals tend to congregate near the bar in the back corner, where bartenders work quickly to serve up cocktails with names like Croc and Roll. Offering a little bit of everything, Lizard Lounge is a well-rounded venue where patrons can kick back with cold beers, good friends, and great music.

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Neighborhood:

Cambridge / Somerville

Address:

1667 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
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T Stop:

Red Line: Harvard Square

Phone:

617-547-0759

Links:

Official Website

Hours:

Daily 7:30pm–2am, though may vary by show

Recommended as:

 Night Spot
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Lizard Lounge Videos

Patty Griffin - "Free" Live at Lizard Lounge, Boston 1.30.07

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Patty Griffin - "Free" Live at Lizard Lounge, Boston 1.30.07
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Lady Lamb the Beekeeper @ Lizard Lounge 11/7/09
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"No Bad News" Live at Lizard Lounge, Boston 1.30.07
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Session Americana covers "The Shape I'm In" by The Band - Lizard Lounge, Cambridge, MA 12/8/09
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Dann Russo at the Lizard Lounge
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The Boston Boys - Hypnotized live @ Lizard Lounge
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Lizard Lounge Review

Tip from Jonah:

“Check the website for occasional early evening showcases. These free shows start at 7:30pm and offer a great chance to check out the club as well as some up-and-coming talent without paying a cover charge.”

The Scene

Tucked away in the basement of the Cambridge Common restaurant is The Lizard Lounge, one of Boston’s best live music venues that attracts a diverse clientele of students, beatniks, and alternative types.

Cambridge / Somerville, Boston – Tucked away in the basement of the Cambridge Common restaurant is The Lizard Lounge, one of Boston’s best live music venues that attracts a diverse clientele of students, beatniks, and alternative types.

A staircase lined with press clippings and posters leads patrons into what looks more like a comfortable rec room rather than hallowed musical ground.

Crushed velvet curtains and plush red rugs are illuminated by a dim red glow and keep the place homey, a vibe augmented by the fact that there is no stage – instead, musicians perform at eye level with only a Persian rug separating them from the audience. Such... read more →

Crowd

Harvard students, beatniks, hippies, alternative types, and music lovers, 20s to 40s.

Entertainment/Music

Live music Mondays through Saturdays includes rock, folk, blues, and jazz. Poetry Slam on Sundays.

Food/Miscellaneous

Bar food, burgers, wings, and sandwiches. Dinner menu available till midnight.

Prices

Cover charge $0–$15. Appetizers $5–$9, entrées $5–$10. Beer $4–$6.50, cocktails $6–$13.

Dress

Anything goes, from button-downs and slacks to vintage t-shirts and tight jeans.

Hot Nights/When to Go

Friday and Saturday nights when the most well-known bands usually play.

Close By

For something more substantial than wings, Cambridge Common is a restaurant located directly above the Lizard Lounge.

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