With their last ace in a hole, about to get nailed by the cops, Jake and Elwood Blues piled into the Bluesmobile, and Elwood spoke the now-immortal lines, “It’s 106 miles to Chicago, we’ve got a full tank of gas, half a packet of cigarettes, it’s dark, and we’re wearing sunglasses.” And Jake responds, “Hit it.”

This is the kind of free-for-all, feel-good attitude that sparks brunch at the House of Blues, which, complete with a drawn out gospel fest featuring some of the most talented gospel voices around, is a rockin’ good time. The food offerings range from gourmet breakfast treats to a variety of light-bites and lunch options, but the House of Blues has never really been about food.

The sheer atmosphere and entertainment quality has made it immensely popular with all-age crowds on Sunday mornings. They’re packin’ ‘em in as early as 9:00 a.m. Tickets are recommended at least two weeks in advance, and $26 gets you priority seating, a meal, non-alcoholic drinks and a $1 donation to the International House of Blues Fund

Dan Aykroyd founded the House of Blues as a house of great music, great fun and food for the soul. A trip to this staple of Cambridge will wake you up right on Sunday morning, a treat for your ears and a treat for your stomach. The only downside? The house’s physical size is disproportionate to its own popularity, so seating’s a little cramped.