The Raven — Restaurant in Worcester

The Raven is a fun place to enjoy local live music, play pool, and meet interesting people. It has an urban, gritty feel. You really feel like you are in the city! It is a classic dive bar. We arrived early. We played some pool. There are 2 vintage pool tables. The men at the pool table next to us impressed us with their rhythmic original rap songs. They were good! We saw a few live music acts. Most notable was a band called The Steelface Circus. The lead singer was probably 10 years old, but he really rocked his heart out. The preteen drummer emoted a surprisingly mature ethos of angst coupled with great skill. #thesteelfacecircus The crowd was affable and welcoming. A nice young man with a neck tattoo ordered a big tray of wings from a nearby restaurant to share with the fellow patrons. The bar owner/bar tender was personable. You can tell that music is his passion and that The Raven is his...

Excellent rock ’n’ roll venue! The Raven has just the right amount of grit that a true rock club should have. It regularly features both local and national acts, making it a great spot to catch up-and-coming bands as well as established names. The staff is always friendly, and the owner’s deep knowledge of rock ’n’ roll history makes the place feel authentic and connected to the music.

One of the highlights is the massive mural on the side of the building, featuring New England legends like Nuno Bettencourt, Hugo Ferreira, and Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler. Inside, you’ll also find an impressive rock ’n’ roll collection that adds to the atmosphere.

Even if you’re just passing through, it’s worth a stop for the mural, the history, the vibe, and of course...

Don’t let the lack of outside luster fool you. From the outside, the building looks understated, but step inside, and the place has got it going on… the menu, the music, the vibe … people are having a good time in here, and the food tastes great, and the booze is priced right, so you can have a few. Coming here is like stepping into Oz. Everything goes from black & white Sepia tones into...