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Middle East Downstairs
480 Mass Ave, Cambridge, MA
617.864.EAST
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- Neighborhood: Central Square
- Directions: Central Square (Red line) at Douglass St.
- Hours: Mon-Sat 11 am- 10 pm, Sun 11 am- 9 pm
The largest of the four Middle East rooms, the Downstairs is a converted bowling alley that plays host to national touring indie bands and regional acts enjoying cresting local fame.
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