Model Cafe

The Model Cafe is an Allston dive bar on North Beacon Street, with a history dating to 1932. Music is a large part of the draw, from DJ nights to occasional live performances, and the room can turn into a dance floor as the evening goes on. It’s a place for a beer and a loud night with friends, especially if you like a bar that still feels like a neighborhood fixture.

Despite the name, this is an evening bar rather than a coffee-shop stop. Check its current event posts before choosing a night, since the music and programming shape the experience. Bring ID and plan on eating elsewhere if dinner is the main reason for going out. The address is 7 North Beacon Street in Allston’s Union Square.