The Sinclair is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

1. The Sinclair

8.9
52 Church St (at Brattle St), Cambridge, MA
Rock Club · Harvard Square · 79 tips and reviews

John R.John Ruggiero: For a Concert Hall-- it's got some great beer...Smuttynose IPA, Rogue Dead Guy, Notch Session etc. I'll be back.

Ronald T.Ronald Thompson: Great new venue for anal shows, and a small but exclusive collection of whiskies and bourbon in the main bar. I'd go back again for sure!

Boston.comBoston.com: Drink a Kentucky Luau: bourbon with hints of cinnamon, pineapple, and best of all, a floral scent that will leave you craving for more. Try it on the new roof deck. Read more.

Sanders Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

2. Sanders Theatre

9.3
45 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA
Theater · Mid-Cambridge · 12 tips and reviews

Christine M.Christine Murphy: Very nice venue for a concert; we just saw A Celtic Sojourn here. Great time!

New England ConservatoryNew England Conservatory: NEC Philharmonia crosses the river on 2/4 for a concert at Sanders. Tickets available now. Read more.

Michael B.Michael Baskin: absolutley gorgeous space, rich wood and always great performances (except of course the economics 10 lectures...but they shouldn't count)

The Middle East Downstairs is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

3. The Middle East Downstairs

7.3
480 Massachusetts Ave (at Brookline St.), Cambridge, MA
Rock Club · 69 tips and reviews

Jessie V.Jessie Van Amburg: Such a funky concert venue! Great place for a night out.

Simon & SchusterSimon & Schuster: Steve Seabury, author of Mosh Potatoes heavy metal cookbook, has his world rocked by the Beef Shawarma sandwich and Shrimp Shish Kababs. Save room for the Chocolate Baklava to turn your meal to 11. Read more.

Matthew T.Matthew Tilleard: See a band

Multicultural Arts Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

4. Multicultural Arts Center

8.2
41 2nd St (at Thorndike St.), Cambridge, MA
Art Gallery · East Cambridge · 6 tips and reviews

Bridesign Wedding FlowersBridesign Wedding Flowers: Are you an engaged couple getting married here? We deliver pre-arranged wedding flowers directly from the flower fields: you receive fresher flowers at a lower price right at this venue! Bridesign.com

LauraLaura: Saw School For Scandal here; while it is a small venue, it was well set up and comfortable for the duration of the play

Al C.Al Chase: Beautifully restored.

@ZuZuBar & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

5. @ZuZuBar & Restaurant

7.1
474 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Gay Bar · 36 tips and reviews

Rob H.Rob Havasy: People don't come here for the food. Great atmosphere later in the evening. Convenient if you're catching a concert downstairs.

The FeastThe Feast: Go on Monday night for the Night of the Living Deadhead concert series & say hi to bartender Johnny - he's also the booker. Read more.

Maarten M.Maarten Markus: Awesome events and nice concerts.

Club Passim is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

6. Club Passim

8.4
47 Palmer St (Brattle St), Cambridge, MA
Music Venue · Harvard Square · 22 tips and reviews

Connor F.Connor Ferguson: A Cambridge folk music institution. Some of the best in the world have played here. You have to be pretty "crunchy granola" to like the food. I go for the Safe & Sound pizza with spinach added.

The FeastThe Feast: Legendary folk joint. A slightly older crowd holds court here most nights, but also expect to see plenty of music-nerds.

Secret B.Secret Boston: Coolest music vibe in town, man. 60s

@MidEastClub Upstairs is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

7. @MidEastClub Upstairs

7.5
472 Massachusetts Ave (at Brookline St.), Cambridge, MA
Rock Club · 31 tips and reviews

TicketWebTicketWeb: This Boston Landmark is legendary! The upstairs is a bright and intimate affair! Grab a bite before the show! TW ♥'s The Middle East Upstairs! Read more.

adam f.adam fullerton: The mixed drinks are too small and too expensive, stick with the PBR tall boys for $3.75

BU TodayBU Today: With four separate venues, live music and tasty Middle Eastern food are always on tap. Read more.

TT the Bear's Place is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

8. TT the Bear's Place

10 Brookline St (btwn Green St. & Mass Ave.), Cambridge, MA
Rock Club · 28 tips and reviews

BU TodayBU Today: This nightclub hosts up-and-coming local and out-of-town music acts in a cozy space. TT’s has live music most nights and no cover charge plus a poolroom and bar featuring a number of local microbrews. Read more.

Mizz T.Mizz Tea: Heroes with Chris Ewen! x x

AskMenAskMen: At Gong Show Karaoke there’s a panel of judges from local bands & a gong, & hilarity shall ensue. If the singer sucks, they get gonged unless it's so bad it's amazing! Mondays @ 8:30pm Read more.

Charlie's Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

9. Charlie's Kitchen

7.8
10 Eliot St (at Winthrop St.), Cambridge, MA
American Restaurant · Harvard Square · 168 tips and reviews

P M.P Mendes: Get the burger! Went here before a concert and I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised. We were pressed for time and the service was good and quick. I've been thinking about the burger ever since!

Panther GoldPanther Gold: Get the steak tips, medium rare, and ask for them with rice and red sauce. Do it.

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Sit down, get a shot and a beer, order the famous Charlie's double cheeseburger, and shoot the shit with your buddies. Read more.

Toscanini's is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

10. Toscanini's

9.3
899 Main St (at Sidney St.), Cambridge, MA
Ice Cream Parlor · 279 tips and reviews

Carrie B.Carrie Bevis: Make this your go to spot for espresso and creative gelato flavors. Earl Grey, Bourbon Ginger, and Salted Caramel!

PepflyPepfly: Get over to Toscanini's and try one of their unique ice creams!

GQ MagazineGQ Magazine: Most fantastic flavor: Pink- Grapefruit sorbet. Concentrated, tangy, unusually creamy.

Oleana is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

11. Oleana

9.3
134 Hampshire St (btwn Elm & Norfolk), Cambridge, MA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Inman Square · 129 tips and reviews

Justin O.Justin Overdorff: Fav restaurant in Boston area, get the Lamb Chops, it is the signature dish

Boston MagazineBoston Magazine: If it were up to us, we’d craft our entire meal here out of the first courses; they’re just that satisfying. Read more.

susan z.susan zellmann-rohrer: Sultan's delight. Sultan's delight. Sultan's delight. Sultan's delight. It is the alpha and the omega. As close to chocolate as meat gets.

Harvard Yard is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

12. Harvard Yard

1 Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA
College Quad · Harvard Square · 48 tips and reviews

Abby R.Abby Russell: This park is well kept and clean. It is really pretty, especially in fall. There are a lot of tours and tourists that can clog up the sidewalks which is annoying.

Rosa S.Rosa S.: Do not rub John Harvard's foot for luck....bad things happen to it at night.

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Established in 1636, America's first college is also one of the world's finest. Use the garden chairs available on the Yard to take in the beautiful architecture and foliage. - Green Guide Editor

Puritan & Co. is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

13. Puritan & Co.

8.6
1166 Cambridge St. (Prospect St), Cambridge, MA
New American Restaurant · Inman Square · 63 tips and reviews

Derek W.Derek Wilson: Farmers Cheese with pickled veg and pumpernickel toast drizzed with honey and chive was amazing simple and delicious.

EaterEater: The single most essential Boston restaurant of the moment, in that here chef-owner Will Gilson is more thoroughly tackling a fresh perspective on New England cuisine than anywhere else in the world.

EaterEater: Chef-owner Will Gilson is more thoroughly tackling a fresh perspective on New England cuisine than anywhere else in the world. [Eater 38]

Brattle Theatre is one of The 15 Best Places for Concerts in Cambridge.

14. Brattle Theatre

8.9
40 Brattle St (Harvard Square), Cambridge, MA
Indie Movie Theater · Harvard Square · 37 tips and reviews

Dana V.Dana Villmore: Fun place to see old movies on the big screen. Concessions are reasonably priced, too. Don't skip the popcorn with real butter :)

Joshua G.Joshua Green: Now serving beer

Harvard UniversityHarvard University: Independently owned/run, this single screen rear-projected theatre since 1953 (built in 1890) is known for foreign, independent and classic films, and especially repertory programming. Read more.