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    Midway Cafe

    3.8 (96 reviews)
    InexpensiveMusic Venues, Bars, Karaoke
    Closed 7:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    MIDWAY CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Live music
    Divey
    Outdoor seating

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    Midway Cafe in Jamaica Plain
    Bruce K.

    Quick stop for a watering hole, I hit up the Midway Cafe for a beer and a quiet table in the early evening to use my laptop. No, they don't have a wifi that I was able to hook on to but I did find a power outlet to charge my phone and tether to it. So that's cool. Cheap beer, I had a UFO white that was $7 with tip for the bartender who poured it and provided the requisite orange wedge. It was quiet while I was here but as I was leaving, the bands were coming in and getting set up. Midway is a small place but I think the music is gonna rock.

    Dana S.

    Has a super blast at their Polynesian pounce. Amazing blue Hawaiians and Labretta Suede and her band were fun too Def be back.

    Adam C.

    First off, I read the review of the "really nice ladies room" and had to laugh. I wouldn't know if it is or isn't. It probably is nice, but I was here this past Saturday in the men's room standing in a 1/4"-1/2" of piss/PBR when I was in the men's room. Whatever, it wasn't a shock for that bar or anything for me. Anyway, I've been here a couple of times and it's been entertaining each time. I ended up there this past Saturday at "Nerd Night" where they have kids get up and dork out on their favorite topics, such as Ham Radio. Anyway, entertaining shit. Also, I've been for the karaoke/dance night thing on Thursday. It's fun and you actually don't HAVE to be a lesbian to attend, just don't be a douche and you'll be fine. It's cheap, zany and fun.

    Rosie Q.

    No food & cash only! It might look a little sketchy from the outside but once you walk inside, it's not a bad spot for a beer! It's an adorable small music venue. The drinks are listed in colorful chalk on the boards on the wall and they have little Christmas lightings around the place. Hey! It adds character! (: Plus, they have a prettay prettay decent selection of drinks and beers to choose from!

    I walked in here for some beer. I decided to try this and it was such a happy moment.
    Robbie P.

    I come here for the beer. Midway has a decent selection and a few that are new to me. I love coming here to try something new. The bartenders are friendly and well mannered. The place is dark, but that doesn't bother me. As for the music, I'm not going to hate on it because I'm really a House/Trance/Techno fan...yet the bands that play here manage to put a smile on my face. When the place brings in a small crowd, it becomes a small show and I can see how the customers enjoy themselves. I'll always come here for a beer and a good time.

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    Local music scene. It was ok.. Cheap good drinks and worth a visit when the venue rocks!

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    I had so much fun coming here. the ambiance is wonderful and my friends and i really enjoyed the cocktails. food was ok

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    13 years ago

    If you want to listen to an epic rendition of 4 Non Blondes' "What's Up" and drink $2.50 PBRs, this is the place for you.

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    16 years ago

    Great place to hear awesome bands and drink. What more is there to be expected? Nothing.

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    13 years ago

    They don't have any AC and gets crowded VERY fast....not my fave. I went there in June and it was SO hot.....ick.

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    Another 10/10 visit to Tonino in the books!…read more It's such a hard reservation to get, but so worth it. I'm actually getting salivating while posting this review and looking back at my food pictures. I get the Eggplant & Ricotta Pizza as my appetizer and the Rigatoni Amatriciana as my entree each time I go - because they're consistently amazing. The service is always warm and friendly, and I also love the music playlist they play. Believe the hype & come to Tonino!!

    People rave about this place being better than the north end; I would say it's definitely more…read moreoriginal, and the approach to food is much more intentional. However, I don't know that it lived up to the hype that I anticipated. We got the pizza Bianca with ricotta with hot honey, which was basically just like plain toasted focaccia and ricotta (wasn't anything to write home about). The taleggio was 100% our least favorite and we didn't even finish half. We had asked the waiter to describe taste profile, which they said was a "little funky" and had asked for clarification if it was closer to blue cheese. Once it arrived, it was like a verrrrrry strong/stinky Brie on the inside. The balsamic didn't really contribute to the taste at all. Sad that we didn't like this/kinda made me feel yucky after eating. The cavatelli was very good- nice light creamy sauce with the sausage and bitter broccolini. Very well balanced. Forgot to take a pic of the tiramisu but it was good, too! It's kinda salty (they add sea salt to the top). Drink menu was limited. Had two different glasses of red wine but wish they had something more full bodied on the menu!

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    4.3(48 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    WOW!!!! A truly Amazing Experience at Karaoke in this high…read moreTech location in Downtown Boston proper! For those who seek a place to show your singing abilities and entertain the audience, then this locale is perfect for you! The Stage is huge along with a Mega Microphone so you can sing to your heart's content without holding one! The light show and massive screen at both ends of the room to see the lyrics for you and those watching you to also sing alongside your Stella performances! Don't be shy cause we are all here to be entertained and have a wonderful time with friends and colleagues. The audience has great tables and the most comfortable chairs to watch who's performing and not only that the full bar is only feet away as to not miss a beat of any song! The Staff is truly First Class and the Bartenders are ready to serve you your favorite beverages! The hospitality of its Staff makes your experience very professional and gives you the opportunity to show case your vocal qualities! They even have Private Rooms to give you and your party guests a place to sing in private and record your selection! The Managing Partner ALEX VICHIENRAT Can be found floating around to answer and questions or concerns to make Karaoke so much better! Today I was invited to attend a group of 30 plus and our Hosts were ESTHER ZEE LEE and WILSON LEE. They organized this Group of attendees for an evening of Connection, Welcoming area Communities for a night of Networking for CHINESE AMERICAN HERITAGE FOUNDATION INC. ! They treated all of us to some tasty light dinner treats while we listened to our attendees on stage and Bringing us all together in support and community compassion! THANK YOU ESTHER ZEE LEE - CHAIR of the BOARD and PRESIDENT and her Husband WILSON! To see both of them greet all of us with open arms and hearts made this gathering at VIVA a time to Remember! All the attendees included many Special Guests all had a special time! www.wing guys.com

    The server was new, and messed up quite a few drink orders. In addition the app that Viva Karaoke…read moreuses for the private rooms kept glitching. The words did not match, sometimes there were remixes to songs that were not recognizable and it took up quite a bit of time. We were only offered 15 extra minutes for the inconvenience. They should utilize another system or find a way to do a systems check ahead of time. It was frustrating. I would also recommend an updated playlist. I was with friends so still had a good time. The main room karaoke was tons of fun though! We went out there once our time in the private room was up.

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