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Ryles Jazz Club

212 Hampshire St., Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 876-9330
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Ranked #2 of 19 nightlife in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Type: Performances, Jazz Bars
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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Ryles is a Cambridge tradition. If you love live jazz, in a relaxed, fun environment you can't beat Ryles. Years ago I spent many Sundays with the NY Times, a delicious bloody mary, enjoying fabulous jazz. It has gotten bigger but the essence has not changed. If you love jazz........especially live jazz, don't miss out on Ryles. You will keep... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

Find out whos playing and then go - food is secondary though their BBQ is actually quite good.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

Great live music. Very casual. Dancing if you are inspired.

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New Hampshire
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2012

Music was good. Food was good but not great. Lots of food for the $$, but could have used more seasoning.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

We went to the Sunday Jazz brunch to top off our weekend at the Hotel Marlowe. It was a perfect choice.. The music and the food are wonderful. The coffee is delicious and the Strawberry Champagne cocktail was a treat. Before 10:45 we had no trouble getting a table. By the time we left (12:15) there was a line out... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

Went here for Jazz Brunch on a Sunday, we got seated right next to the stage which was a bit much because it was so loud that we couldn't carry on a conversation. However, the Jazz music was good, and the restaurant was packed. The food was just ok, but the portions were large and the waiters were slow- we... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

My family and I went there few times for Sunday Jaz brunch. Great food selection, nice atmosphere, nice music.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

There is live jazz played here during Sunday brunch times. The music was not to loud as to be overwhelming but loud enough for you to stop and listen. The food was excellent and loved the fact the most things came with a small serving of fresh fruit. Oh extra note there is full bar service from 10 am on... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2010

On a Sunday morning, when other places around there run out of seating, Ryles is the spot! Plenty of tables, great food, and some nice live jazz!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2009
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I was a little spektial at first of going dancing at a place that claims to be a Jazz club, however I was wrong. Besides the Jazz club downstairs they have a dance club upstairs with Swing, Salsa, Ballroom and Latin types of dancing. It feels more like a nightclub than a Ballroom type of dance, with food and full... More

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