After winning over New Yorkers with their delectable chicken wings, Crave Mad for Chicken came to Boston with an intention to create the same magic among the locals. Known for their savory Japanese-Korean dishes, this restaurant is perfect for a nice meal with family or even for a dinner with friends. The interior of the restaurant is warm and welcoming, and it is well furnished with ample of seating spaces. Well-lit and decorated with quintessential Asian paraphernalia, the place sets a perfect mood for the fare that follows. Of course their chicken is a superstar of the menu and depending on your preference you can opt for the really hot wings or the milder version. The craft beer selection complements the chicken wings like a match made in heaven. The sushi and Sashimi are equally creative, so are the dumplings and the Seafood rangoon. At the bar, one should try Crave's Alien Hemorrhage Shot. They have a lounge which is a perfect spot to catch a game with your buddies.
Located just a few steps away from the North Station, Tavern in the Square North Station is a cool, fun and casual sports bar with lots to offer. The spacious and well-appointed interiors here are dominated by the 36-seater dark-wood bar, while flat-screen TVs are strewn about the place so that you don't miss out on the action on the field. They have an interesting bar program here - over 50 different brews-on-tap along with some refreshing seasonal beers. To nosh, they have a great range of traditional pub fare - burgers, sandwiches, wings and such that are made fresh on site, everyday, from the scratch! If you have a game to watch and need to dine out with friends or family, while in North End, head to this here tavern!
Bill's Bar is a narrow, sleek bar that hosts some of the best local and national bands. Live reggae is on Sunday, rock is on Monday and Thursday, funk music is on Wednesday and DJs take over Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Radiohead, Kid Rock, Smashmouth and the Smithereens have all played here. Pull up to a tiny table and kick back in the homey yet swanky 60s decor, or head out to the dance floor and join the grooving crowd. Age restrictions and dress codes vary depending upon the night.
During the day, this is a sunny little Cambridge joint that serves contemporary food. And in the evening, Phoenix Landing is a great place to relax with a Guinness and a friend. As night falls, the crowd becomes louder, and the pub transforms into a dance club. On the weekend, start the day with a delicious brunch at Phoenix Landing, where a menu of classic brunch favorites awaits. Indulge in fluffy pancakes, savory omelets, or a hearty Bloody Mary, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the pub. When it comes to the music, it may be acid jazz, techno, funk, reggae, or pop. The cover charge at night is generally low enough to let you enjoy it without worrying about your monthly budget.
The Middle East is not only a moderately priced Lebanese restaurant but also a place to enjoy live bands, CD releases and music shows. The food is delicious and the ambiance is lively. The bar upstairs keeps busy almost every night with events or theme parties. Every Sunday, there is a belly dancing show, the entry to which is free.
The Midway Cafe is a total music haven in the heart of Jamaica Plain. It brings the area alive! There's live entertainment with bands performing every single night at the Midway Cafe. And though this music bar does serve some snacks and drinks to satiate people to be able to pump in more music, there are nights when the cafe screens films and matches being aired on television.