In Our Lounge
The Perfect Nightcap
In the words of the inimitable George Gershwin, “Life is a lot like jazz… it’s best when you improvise….” This sentiment captures the essence of Top of the Hub’s jazz lounge. It’s the place to unwind. A true sense of style and relaxation, Top of the Hub offers delightful jazz ensembles every night—a perfect way to sooth the soul. No cover charge. No tickets required. Just an appreciation for the spontaneous spirit and fluid imagination that is jazz. Join us for cocktails or partake in delicious late night dining.
NOTE: There is a $24.00 per person minimum in our lounge after 8pm. This is only for lounge tables,
and does not include seats directly at the bar.
| Sunday & Monday | 8:00pm–12:00am | |
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| Tuesday–Thursday | 8:30pm–12:30am | |
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| Friday & Saturday | 9:00pm–1:00am | |
Under 21 welcome
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| A smart destination for the perfect nightcap is Top of the Hub,
followed by some entertaining live jazz. |
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| —Newbury Street and Back Bay Guide | |
Now Playing:
April |
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| 4/30 | Marty Ballou Trio | 8:00pm–Midnight | |
May |
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| 5/1 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/2 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/3 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/4 | The Bob Neiske Group featuring songstress Maggie Galloway |
9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 5/5 | The Bob Neiske Group featuring songstress Maggie Galloway |
9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 5/6 | Lee Childs Group showcases the best in Jazz during Sunday Brunch & Family Supper | Noon–3:00pm | |
| Marshall Wood Trio | 8:00pm–Midnight | ||
| 5/7 | Marty Ballou Trio | 8:00pm–Midnight | |
| 5/8 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/9 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/10 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/11 | The Bob Neiske Group featuring songstress Maggie Galloway |
9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 5/12 | The Bob Neiske Group featuring songstress Maggie Galloway |
9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 5/13 | Celebrate Mom’s Very Special Day at the Top! Lee Childs Group showcases the best in Jazz during Sunday Brunch & Family Supper |
Noon–3:00pm | |
| Mother’s Day Family Supper Jane Potter Trio |
6:00pm–10:00pm | ||
| 5/14 | Marty Ballou Trio | 8:00pm–Midnight | |
| 5/15 | Jane Potter Trio | 8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/16 | Jane Potter Trio | 8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/17 | Jane Potter Trio | 8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/18 | The Jane Potter Quartet | 9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 5/19 | The Jane Potter Quartet | 9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 5/20 | Lee Childs Group showcases the best in Jazz during Sunday Brunch & Family Supper | Noon–3:00pm | |
| Marshall Wood Trio | 8:00pm–Midnight | ||
| 5/21 | Marty Ballou Trio | 8:00pm–Midnight | |
| 5/22 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/23 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/24 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/25 | The Bob Neiske Group featuring songstress Maggie Galloway |
9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 5/26 | The Bob Neiske Group featuring songstress Maggie Galloway |
9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 5/27 | Lee Childs Group showcases the best in Jazz during Sunday Brunch & Family Supper | Noon–3:00pm | |
| Marshall Wood Trio | 8:00pm–Midnight | ||
| 5/28 | Marty Ballou Trio | 8:00pm–Midnight | |
| 5/29 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/30 | The Bob Nieske Trio featuring Bob Tamagni & Joe Mulholland |
8:30pm–12:30am | |
| 5/31 | The Steve Soares Trio | 8:30pm–12:30am | |
June |
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| 6/1 | The Bob Neiske Group featuring songstress Maggie Galloway |
9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 6/2 | The Bob Neiske Group featuring songstress Maggie Galloway |
9:00pm–1:00am | |
| 6/3 | Lee Childs Group showcases the best in Jazz during Sunday Brunch & Family Supper | Noon–3:00pm | |
About the Musicians
Heralded by the Boston Phoenix for “airy, intimate, and lyrical free jazz,” the Bob Nieske Band is a favorite of many Top of the Hub regulars. Known for playful, captivating improvisation, Nieske’s compositions have been performed around the world by his own groups, the Either/Orchestra and Jimmy Giuffre 4.
Marty Ballou is a sought-after session man, performing on recordings in all genres of jazz, blues, folk, and pop, including Sax Gordon’s “Have Horn Will Travel,” David Maxwell’s “Maximum Blues Piano,” and Greg Piccolo’s “Homage.” He’s recorded with jazz legends Jay McShann, Jimmy Witherspoon, and Herb Ellis, and performed at the Monterey Jazz Festival and San Francisco Jazz and Blues Festival. His trio now performs regularly at Top of the Hub.
Jazz pianist Steve Soares has performed in the Greater Boston area since 1987. His popular trio appears regularly at the Top of the Hub and features drummer Jackie Santos and bassist Ron Mahdi who both serve on the Berklee College of Music faculty. Steve toured internationally with Grammy-winning recording artists Tavares during the ‘70’s and ‘80’s.
Few things are as American as traditional jazz, and nobody plays it quite like the Lee Childs Group. When the music starts, spirits rise! Nationally recognized for his unique drive and exuberance, Lee plays with skill, warmth and style. Featured regularly with Lee is the extraordinary Kurt Wenzel, former Professor of Piano at Boston’s renowned Berklee College of Music.