Emilie H.
4/6/2025
A classically cramped, dim little venue. If you wait long enough, a chair will open along the wall--but beware, the waiter will make sure each person orders a drink! An $18 one at that. Not the...
Wally's Cafe
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427 Massachusetts Ave
Boston, MA 02118
Wally's Cafe, founded in 1947 by Barbadian immigrant Joseph L. Walcott, is the oldest family-owned and operated jazz club in the world, located in Boston, Massachusetts. The venue is renowned for featuring live music 365 days a year, showcasing both original and cover tunes performed by talented musicians.
In addition to its vibrant music scene, Wally's Cafe hosts the Student Music Project, which offers students the opportunity to experience live jazz and learn about the genre in a historically significant setting. This initiative aims to introduce participants to America's music and provide insights into the skills necessary to become musicians.
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4.0354 reviews
Neil N.
8/24/2025
Service could improve. For two proseccos it was 18 dollars each. No prices on the menu. Bartender turning people away just to spite them. If you decide to go, you'll see. Act like a local and ask...
Fadda M.
12/9/2024
Boston's oldest & longest running jazz club. They are open 365 days a year, & HAVE JAM SESSIONS EVERY SINGLE NIGHT nuff said. This place is a national landmark !
Emma J.
7/12/2025
Worst decision ever. The service was incredibly rude, definitely was overcharged for bad drinks. Like previous reviews mention, it felt targeted based on not being regulars. Music was sub-par,...
Socaluv P.
5/4/2024
Amazing jazz sounds of young talented musicians from the local area. We loved the chill vibe and unassuming atmosphere, but had no idea that arriving right before 10pm was late and would be met...
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