Nice place and great food. But foods was pricey.

Such a cool place, obviously a local favourite because it was packed! Pretty small but if you get there early enough you might be able to get a spot close to the stage. There are also small tables and seats as well. Bar has a nice cocktail menu, highly recommend the Nirvana! Great music, great atmosphere and had a fun night.

Great music. The funk band that played for us that night was awesome. It is incredible to see a full live band - of such high music quality - in a place that small. It feels like walking inside your living room and having a private concert! If youre in Boston looking for good music, definitely check Wallys out.

Tiny, Tiny, Tiny Jazz Club... Latin Jazz Night.... Authentic. A great time, not enough room for dancing. Beware no cover, but made up in the drink prices. I would give this place 5 stars, if it had a dance floor, and a stage. The band was awesome, talented, but unable to see band from the rear. People stand in the floor and block the view. So come early, find a table, dont expect to see the band... Enjoy some super fine live music.

I have been stoping in at this spot for over 35 years. I frequented it as a regular for most of the 80s as a college student and grad student and its always consistent. Service with a smile, great jams and good people. These days I stop in a couple times a year for a beer and some social discourse. Still love it.

Fantastic jazz club that I wish existed in other cities. There needs to be more places like this where the young and older can connect. The atmosphere is unmatched. Get there early so you get a seat. Although on some nights the dance floor is where to be.

No frills jazz joint. The jams are out of this world. The staff is super friendly and efficient. You know that little gem, hole in the wall that you find by surprise in some of your travels? This is it.

Great local spot for jazz, was able to see lots of talented student musicians playing some sets. Got here around 8:30 on a Thurs night and was able to grab a table and stay there while the 9:30/10pm band started and the small venue really started to fill up.Great history, cheap drinks, good cool jazz. Whats not to love.

Music is great. Atmosphere is fun and casual. Had an old fashioned because the waitress talked up the bar tenders version. Tasted like rocket fuel. Rest of the drinks looked way too sweet.

Good vibes Good times just go and enjoy yourself

The music was truly a treat, and if one could go and simply enjoy the music it would be rated five stars. But the bartender was extremely rude, the second you walk in the door he barks at you go pull out an ID and Credit card. Charges a drink MINIMUM which is fair since they dont charge a cover charge, but then proceeded to kick us out after we didnt buy a second drink. That was the line for us, and we found the place to be extremely unwelcoming. Not to mention the lack of space and slow bar service because they are exceptionally understaffed. I would not recommend this place at all, and would rather go to a place that charges a cover charge since it would be cheaper than the expensive and small drinks they serve. In addition, the signs and the website says they open at 6, and theres a group of people waiting in the rain at 6 for them to open, only to be informed that they werent going to open til 7 after standing there for 20 minutes past 6.

Love the vibes here! Ive never been to a jazz club but a friend took me here and I loved it!

Great music and ambience, kept going by a friendly crew in a long family tradition.

Very local place for jazz lovers. You will find variety depending on the day you go. Highly recommended

Great spot to listen to jazz and have a drink. Drinks are on the pricey side but no entrance fee!

Hole in the wall, but great music, everyday. Recommend to get there early to talk and potentially get a seat, and stay for the main act for music. A very genuine spot.

Perhaps the only remaining jazz joint around. Wonderful music. Classic atmosphere.

Awesome small and comfy bar! I went 5 days in a row and had a blast. Meet the bartenders Lloyd and Frank. Even the bouncer was cool! Every day a different band played, you can feel an awesome vibe. I got my Wally’s shirt on my last night there. Definitely will be back when in Boston again.Two weeks later I traveled again to Boston and stop by to say hi to Frank and meet Paul. They are three awesome brothers. My puertoricans friend’s loved the place too. I took new videos this time and hug Frank at least twice because of his great hospitality in that bar.

Cozy place to meet friends and enjoy a high quality jazz.

This place is a gem. Super small but the musicians are top top notch. Saw an excellent jazz funk band on a Tuesday night. You arent going to get funk like that just anywhere on a Tuesday night. Trust.

Bartender is one the rudest in Boston (even to sober music goers) Music is good but I would recommend they replace the bartender.

The music and sound quality is out of this world. That’s definitely a 5-star.However the bar service is extremely slow. They only make money off of drinks which is great but it’s frustrating to have to wait by the bar for 15 minutes, bothering people sitting there while you wait for the bartender to finally decide to get your order. I went on aSunday so maybe there is less staff then.Apart from that small hiccup this place is a true gem

Whole in the wall but such great jazz. The drink menu is on the short side. The place is tiny and tends to get over crowded quickly. But its the type of place you feel like a regular even if youre not.

Perfect place to hear talented musician erase away your stresses. Small venue with limited seats but the vibe is on point!! Enjoy!!

Cool place for a relaxing exciting jazz atmosphere in the middle of Boston that almost feels like a secret hideout.

The best local jazz club in Boston. It is a great place to relax with a great music and drinks

The best jazz spot in Boston.

Cool, intimate little jazz bar! Gr8 vibe. Gr8 music!

Great Place to have a good time with Friends. E little bit tiny but worth it.

This is HANDS DOWN the best bar in Boston! live band and good service equals a great experience. It was packed but not too hot and the music is better than what you listen to on the radio. I highly recommend going Thursday nights everybody knows thats the best night for bars.

Best music venue! Kind of a hole in the wall type place but the music cant be beat. Go in any night of the week and you will listen to the most amazing jazzy/bluesy type music you will ever hear. I have never been disappointed going g there and always make a point to go there at least one night when I am in the city. I moved out of Boston recently and havent found anything close to it since.

This place is small, but awesome the band playing Motown Monday was great, the crowd was awesome and the drinks were good

Went for Latin jazz night and it rocked! Shout out to the Timba Messengers. Drinks may seem a little pricey but remember you are paying for the music. Dont forget to tip the band!

I paid $11 for a ginger ale here and it was worth every penny! This place rules.

Motown on Monday . Great band , great singers , terrific staff .Ive loved this place for 30 years .

Good hole in the wall for music but its standing room only.

I’ve been here before and I’m usually annoyed by the hostile and inhospitable bartender. But this time, he really took it far. My friend was in front of us and didn’t understood why he was asking for a credit card in addition to his ID (the place was loud and the bartender was not willing to explain why the driver license wasn’t enough). And then the bartender just said he is not gonna serve us and basically kicked us out!!Not going back with that attitude!

The best bar in Boston!Live jazz music from great performers. The place has been around for a while and although it is very small it has a big history behind it.If you like jazz, show up early and talk to the barman about the place. He will recommend you the upcoming performers and you will learn a lot from Boston, jazz and the neighborhood. Very interesting people.The performers are great. The place is so small it gets very crowded, so make sure you get a seat and enjoy the show.Strong drinks and great service.Totally recommended if you like jazz.

Now this place is something! You gotta know what youre getting yourself into when you come here and need to have a very open mind. The ambiance is absolutely amazing and helps you have a really joyous time. Great environment!

This was a great recommendation! Great music, drinks and people.

I’d give this place five stars if I was only rating the artist. I’ve been here twice, the first time was amazing the second time they had some waitress who was extremely rude and pushy as soon as I got in the door. Apparently you cannot go to this place and just enjoy the music, you have to buy something. Had she not been so distasteful I probably would have. Check your staff.

Love it! Live music calms the soul in a very unique way.

Defiently my favorite jazz club eVer! :)

Bartender is awesome. Good vibes good music

A lot of fresh, young and creative energy. Wonderful musicians. Jam session was also good as concert after.

Great music, but kinda crowded, also no draught beer. Good place overall.

Quaint small jazz bar with great live music!

Nice Relaxing environment and Drinks were made well.

Wednesday 09/12/2018. At dinner our waiter recommended Wallys for music and drinks after dinner. We arrived and, at first, were skeptical because of the small crowded space which was standing room only. We decided to stick it out and give it a chance and it turned out to be the right decision. We eventually got 2 seats at the bar and had a WONDERFUL experience. The music was incredible, some of the best jazz we have heard in years (and we are serious jazz fans). The bartender was also great. He was kind, attentive, knowledgeable, personable, and one of the hardest working bartenders we experienced. We live in Tampa, FL and we would (and we WILL) fly back to Boston just to go here again.

This place is super small BUT its DOPE! And so worth it. The talent from the artists that play and sing is so worth it. Just get there early and hang. The drinks are nice and the crowd is always diverse!! Theres no wonder why its been in business for forever! Its amazing! Thanks for keeping true jazz alive!

The one, the only.The legend is alive, breathing out the finest jazz-funk for you to inhale, to imbibe.Get drunk on a note, high on a pitch, fall in love with an alto, or a baritone.Let your self go, home with a melody.Wallys. A night waiting for you to remember.

I have only been there once recently and I absolutely love it. They have live jazz that starts around 9 to 10 pm and some students playing music before that. The place is just the right size, it feels like you are in someones living room. There is a tiny floor if you want to groove to the live music. The beer is also decently cheap and they have a large selection. Definitely will become a regular hangout spot for me.

In town for a special occassion so stopped by for pre-celebration. The jazz band was phenomenal and the place had a great hometown feel. Many thanks to the bartender

Swanky, jazz spot, hole on the wall with full bar. Local amateurs play every night. Great music and cozy feel. A chill and fun place to bring a low-maintenance date. Cons: drinks are pricey, the bartender is not so friendly, very little seating. Went on a Monday and had a great time with my wife.

It is truly amazing what Wallys showcases in terms of music talent. An easy place with talented and serious jazz performers. You will not realize the time passing.

Time for good jazz....super laid back but quality music. Small place but a MUST CHECK OUT. They often host young musicians from Berklee...

Very simple bar, with good music. Could have some draft beers

Great atmosphere. Live jazz music. Chill vibes.

Nice place with live music, at night when I was there, it wasnt so impressive

A very casual, music-focused venue for local jazz performers. The bar is a little underwhelming, the decor is a little sparse, and the night I was there, there was standing-room only. However, this place clearly thrives on bringing in good music and does so with no cover. Ill keep coming back for the music; its a great way to experience the talent in the local community.

Old school jazz bar. Exactly what you are looking for. Will get crowded because of space but great atmosphere. Board games behind the bar also for that in between time.

Great to listen to a sweet jam. Its definitely a place to go. However dont expect courtesy from the waitress and from the bartender. Plus have an ID plus another reference.

Best place for free loud jazzy funk and competent mixed drinks. Tiny place, be prepared to stand. Has not changed since 27+ years when I lived in Boston.

The staff is really rude and they bully people into buying more drinks, or they will just make you leave. It sucks that they operate like this, because the student performers are amazing. I was asked to leave after not buying a second $12 drink in 2 hours

Not much elbow room, bar is dark and dusty, no beers on tap, no food. Exactly what you want an authentic jazz club to be. Decent selection of bottled beers and plenty of cocktail options. The music is second to none.

$5 beers, $12 mixed drinks. The band was great. Audience members can sit in for a tune. It seats probably about 45 people. Not the most comfortable. The bartender is attentive. You dont have to wait to get your drinks.

Excellent spot for locals and tourists alike to enjoy nightly jazz performances and cocktails.

Super cozy and casual- dive bar with amazing music. A great place to soak in ambiance and jazz. Feels very authentic and honest.

Nice nook, pretty great music the night we went. We were lucky to get seats though.

(After reading my original review, I realize I was unnecessarily heavy handed with the rating I gave. In my opinion Wallys is a great establishment and I will continue to go there)Quality of music is always great. However, the band is almost always late to perform at the posted 9:30 pm time on Thursday Latin jazz nights and they dont always adhere to the Latin jazz format. It is very frustrating when you patronize Wallys on Thursday expecting to hear Latin jazz/salsa music and you get something entirely different.

No frills jazz club, buy a drink to get in. Good music.

Basically an old closet, but if youre into raw, great jazz and r&b and cheap beer, this may be one of the coolest places in the planet.

Dive jazz bar love it

Loved the band that was on last night ! Great environment! Good vibes !

Amazing band playing, would go again!

Great place for live jazz music. Some Thursdays they got salsa as well.

Authentic shotgun bar jazz club. A classic!

Packed but still worth going to if youre in the area! Good drinks, good music, and good crowd!

Give me a break. Watered-down drinks, inhospitable bartender, and a bunch of college kids playing for no pay is not a jazz club.

Easily one of the best spots for live music in Boston. Top notch musicians and great atmosphere

Went to school nearby, yet never been. Truly impressed!!! Awesome vibes!! Great music!!! Loved it!!!

Certainly memorable. Very busy, packed in, small and run down. Loud. The bartender was haggling everyone to make sure they bought something as there was no cover. So justified. The jazz was very good. It’s cool to pop in but I wouldn’t take your dream date (at least first night out) for more than a drink.

I am beside myself! First impressions are definitely welcoming, but unwittingly this wasnt. I am a hardworking mother with 2 jobs employed by the state. I walk into this establishment to urgently and kindly ask to use the ladies room! Owner Im guessing stated I needed my drivers license! Ok fine I rush to grab my ID , as I return to show identification, he wasnt to eager to see me return. I pleaded! He then looked into my soul expressing no such interest or care in the world. I would never recommend this garbage to anyone I know! Simply because this less than human being only cares about getting people drunk!

Gem of a place in Boston.. Best place to hang out and excellent live music.. ️

The music is great. If you come early, you can get a table and listen. As the night goes on, it fills up really fast and you can hardly push through the crowd.If you want to sober up at the end of the night, they will charge you $5 for a bottle of water, which is bonkers. If you can, bring a bottle in your bag.(Note: This isnt a reflection on the bar, but ladies should definitely use the buddy system leaving at night. It can feel a little sketchy waiting for an uber outside, so its a good idea to stay in eyeshot of the bouncer.)

Outstanding little cozy dive bar with nightly live shows and all of the absolutely free of charge. The atmosphere is on point with some classic jazz tunes playing at all times (before the live shows start or finish), the selection of drinks is on point and prices are definitely friendly for your wallet. The live shows themselves are absolutely mad. The moment I went there the first night I couldnt resist to go back again every other night that I have spent in Boston. It a must for any enthusiast of live music!

The music was amazing and the people there were very friendly but the owner was a total pos. I asked him if he had the wifi password and he replies so shruggishly of course i do then I ask what it is and as hes writing it down he says dont go watching bad sites on it. in a very condescending tone. He is rude and obnoxious and sad that a black person would treat a fellow black person with such disdain. Moreso, he seemed respectful to the other customers.The music was great though. If i didnt have to deal with the owner itd be a definite 5 star.

Good music. Great people watching

Amazing music! I would recommend this place for all of those who like good music. They have different genras every day of the week but funk and jazz are specially good. Be prepared however for a staff that doesnt seem to be friendly specially if you are a new visitor.

Five stars for the music, which never disappoints. The space is a bit cramped, but you can bring in your own food. But hey, youre going here for music. And its always good. So go for that.

This is the best place for live jazz in Boston.

Good vibes and very affordable drinks. Good music selection

Live entertainment, laid back atmosphere

The jazz here is amazing! Yeah its a small venue, but all that means is that every seat is a good seat.

Small place but very cool with live music to get on the stage, very close to the musicians. You must go there for a couple of drinks after dinner.

What a cool little spot. I asked locals about it, and they didnt know it, but I felt fortunate to find the little historic joint Live music was what I wanted, and thats what I got. Average priced cocktails, challenging seating, and service, no AC, dark and narrow! But what a good time!

Wallys is one of the best hidden gems in Boston. Not only do they have live music every night of the week, but the caliber of musician who plays at Wallys is top notch. My favorite times to go to Wallys are from 9 to close (usually on the weekends), when everyone gets packed in the small club space, has some drinks, and gets sucked into the live music experience that few other venues are able to offer. If you like live music, are into jazz, or just want to see a place with a ton of character thats been around since the 40s, this is your destination.

I LOVE live music! Wasnt crazy about how small the place is

Musics great, but the bar service sucks. My friends drink was knocked over by someone that hit the table. Seconds later after ordering I told the bartender, and she said it wasnt her fault and refused to refill it. Anything for a buck at that bar.

Great little hole in the wall bar with lots of soul. Amazing music and atmosphere. Come early, it fills up fast