The ironically named Enormous Room is located in Cambridge at 569 Mass. Ave., but you may still find its entryway elusive. The bar is identifiable from the street solely by the small elephant on the door next to the Central Kitchen restaurant. Once inside, a steep staircase will lead you into a small room lined on one side by a series of sexy booths and on the other by a platform that supports more bohemian seating (aka rugs, low tables and loose seat cushions). A DJ spins in the corner, visible only through a jagged hole in the brick wall that sequesters him from patrons.
Anticipating a night out in Cambridge, one should stop here first if in the mood for a fancy cocktail. Best to try is any champagne and berry combination they offer. Warning: these could leave you with a heady desire for a hookah. The bar is only open from 5:30 until 11, serving the early crowd, so get there early to make the most of your visit. It may be pricey, but the value of watching a group of douchily decked-out dudes seat themselves "casually" on floor cushions in front of you is well worth the cost and time you may have to wait for a drink.
Once you're done schmoozing and ready to really booze, head across the street to the Cantab Lounge for less talk and more action.
Cantabulous
The Cantab Lounge has been open at 738 Mass. Ave. for over 15 years, and has served as a legitimate live music venue since its inception. The vibe here is dive with a twist of old-school charm.The middle-aged bartenders there know how to make a stiff drink and the crowd is as eclectic as the musical performers.
Thursday nights there always feature the Chicken Slacks, a well-known local group whose mix of original timeless funk tunes will having you waving your bourbon-filled dixie cup in the air in no time. Not only are the Chicken Slacks funkalicous, but their lead singer Diamond D is a dead ringer for Samuel L. Jackson with the voice of James Brown. He'll even come offstage and shake it with you if he likes your moves.
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