Don't miss some of the best musicals, and theatrical presentations of the season. Check the calendar to see what's playing today.

This classic bistro in the seaside town of Salem offers a casual dining experience for all ages. The lunch menu includes filling soups, salads, sandwiches and panini, while the dinner menu has plenty of seafood, pasta and natural meat options. Sunday mornings, stop by for brunch which includes some of the tasty menu options of the week along with some classic breakfast dishes for any hour of the day. You can enjoy live music upstairs at The Loft on select evenings.

The Salem Theatre Company Theatre is one of Essex County's finest performing arts venues, hosting regional productions of popular plays, musicals and children's productions throughout the year. There are also performances of new plays from local writers staged here as well. In addition to the theatrical productions, there are also theater courses and concerts held year round.

When it comes down to chilling out, there is no better place than Precinct. Located close to the city of Boston, this one has something for everyone and disappoints none. Sport lovers can catch live action on the mounted televisions, while music aficionados are delighted about the eclectic music line-up featuring local artists/bands. You can cozy up inside and enjoy the great atmosphere or sit outside in the lovely beer garden offering views of the busy streets. And, while sipping chilled beer, do not forget to gorge tasty dishes like Ginger Soy Tenderloin Skewers, Pappardelle Bolognese pasta or Grilled Sweet Italian Sausage pizza. In a nutshell, Precinct is all about good food, great gigs and loads of fun.

The Blue Ocean Music Hall at The Pavilion is one of the best places to enjoy a concert. Located right at the Salisbury Beach, overlooking the pristine blue waters, with the calming sound of the waves crashing against the rocks permeating through the walls, this music venue offers a truly memorable experience. The facility is itself commendable, appointed with state-of-the-art equipment, it offers an overall space of 6000 square feet (557.4 square meters), an incredible sound and light system, two bars, and an excellently extensive food menu. See the website to know more.

A coffeehouse that is dedicated to bringing great music and great desserts to the folks of Franklin, MA, the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse welcomes one and all to partake in the deliciousness that is on offer. Founded in 1990, the coffeehouse is an initiative of a few members of the First Universalist Society of Franklin, and provides a venue where people can enjoy live music by upcoming artists in a respectful atmosphere. Do call to plan your visit.

The name implies it all, the Good Bar is quite good indeed! With cheap drinks and no frills pub cuisine, this bar is a great place to hangout any day of the week. Patrons fill the two story Good Bar for their signature USD1 Bud Light and fish bowl drinks that are popular among the ladies. Catch the latest game on one of their 13 televisions, take in a round of darts, or show off your best dance moves downstairs at this fun and friendly establishment.

Located in the Beacon Hill neighborhood of Boston, Guilt nightclub is the place to be for a fun night out on the town. Oozing an old Hollywood glamor ambiance, Guilt is decked out in rich velvet fabrics, beautiful dark wood wainscoting, ornate tin ceiling tiles,  and soft leather couches. Various events are held throughout the month and can be viewed on their website. The club is also available for private parties.

Offering over 30 different kinds of beer on tap and rotating them often, Cambridge Common sure knows a thing or two about quality beer. This friendly neighborhood bar and restaurant is located in Cambridge and draws in the crowds throughout the week. Their cuisine is more than just your typical pub fair, with delicious items like mac n' cheese bites, grilled meatloaf, deviled eggs, tofu curry and more! Brunch is also quite notable, pumpkin waffles being the local favorite.

If you want to enjoy BBQ, look no further beyond the Firefly's restaurant. The chef-cum-owner Steve, the winner of Massachusetts State BBQ Championships and other similar awards offers excellent BBQ and Southern food to his guests. Everything is prepared from scratch and only the choicest and fresh ingredients are added to the preparations. The lovely menu features dishes like Buttermilk Tenders, The Yard Bird, Jamaican Bird Chicken; burger varieties are on offer too. While you are savoring the tasty dishes do keep some place for the delectable desserts as they are too good to resist. Firefly is also home to the music club Dante, that hosts live music concerts on a regular basis. For complete details, check website or call ahead.