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- Mead Hall
4 Cambridge Center, Cambridge, MA 02142
617-714-4658
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Mead Hall offers a moderately priced, focused menu with sophisticated freshly prepared
items along with an EXTENSIVE list of craft beers on draft. They are committed to
superior hospitality and an outstanding food and beverage program in a warm and
friendly environment. This is a beer drinker's paradise.
- Lord Hobo
92 Hampshire St, Cambridge, MA 02139
617-250-8454
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Kendall Square has always been a crossroads for Cambridge hipsters and the professional
suits that work in the area. Lord Hobo caters to both with $4 pints from Haverhill
Brewery and craft cocktails like the Angelina (gin, St-Germain, yellow Chartreuse,
fresh lemon, bitters). There are also nightly $5 appetizer specials, and $1 oysters
from 5 to 7 pm, Monday through Thursday. It’s a stellar way to start exploring a
menu that expands into kobe steak tips, burrata pecan pesto crostini and pork belly
with pickled napa slaw. - The Improper Bostonian’s Best 2011: Neighborhoods; Cambridge:
Kendall Square
- Flat Top Johnies
1 Kendall Sq., Cambridge, MA 02139
617-494-9565
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As a six-time winner of Boston Magazine's Best Pool Hall award, Flat Top Johnnys
is one of Boston's best places to shoot pool, relax with a beer, and enjoy some
good food. For 16 years Flat Top Johnny's has been Cambridge's premier pool hall.
We feature 12 tournament sized pool tables, a rotating line up of old school pinball,
dart boards, and Golden Tee golf. Couples, singles, and parties of up to 150 people
will find Flat Tops a comfortable place for nighttime fun. It's the perfect place
for pool-hall junkies to get their fix or a group of friends to unwind and have
a few drinks.
- Cambridge Brewing Co.
1 Kendall Sq., Cambridge, MA 02139
617-494-1994
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Founded in 1989 the Cambridge Brewing Company is the oldest brewery-restaurant in
the Boston area and one of the nations first. As pioneers of new American beer styles
they offer patrons a wide array of hand crafted original beers as well as interpretations
of classic world styles and experimental beers. Over the years their beers and their
brewers have received numerous awards locally, nationally, and internationally.
This adventuresome spirit plays out in their kitchen as well where the finest local
ingredients are crafted into creative American cuisine. Paying particular attention
to pairing food with beer their chefs prepare fresh seafood, meats and produce with
an emphasis on bold flavors and interesting combinations. Their pride and enthusiasm
are as evident in their Butter Brook Farms chicken, Block Island swordfish, and
Pat’s Wellfleet littlenecks as they are in their burgers and pizzas!
Central Sq
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15 minute walk OR 1 Red Line Stop towards Alewife (Central)
- The Middle East
472-480 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139
617-864-3278
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The Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub consists of three live-music performance
rooms, two family-style restaurants with full-service bars, and an elegant restaurant
named ZuZu (the childhood nickname of one of the proprieters). Several of the rooms
also serve as art galleries, offering a fresh showcase for local and international
artists on a monthly basis. Both the staff and the customers are an international
mix of musicians, students, townspeople and professionals.
- Central Kitchen
567 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139
617-491-5599
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This contemporary hot spot anchors Central Square's restaurant revival. The food
is tinged with Mediterranean influences—spice-rubbed octopus and mussels steamed
in white wine and garlic —but runs the gamut, with New England winter fish stew
and steak frites, and the extensive wine list includes a number of up-and-comers.
- Green Street Grill
280 Green Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
617-876-1655
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Located between Harvard and M.I.T. in the heart of Central Square, Green Street
has been serving its neighbors since the Great Depression. Green Street has remained
a neighborhood fixture through the years. Reopened in 2006, Green Street has kept
its neighborhood feel. But don't be deceived. There's nothing ordinary about it.
With its award-winning A to Z cocktail menu, meticulously selected wines, and host
of small craft beers, Green Street has gained both local and national notice as
a place to imbibe.
Featuring a seasonal, local-based menu, Green Street is a place for all occasions
and all size parties. Whether you want a fine dining experience in the upstairs
dining room or a beer and a burger at the bar, you will find yourself right at home
at Green Street. With access to the Central Square T stop, and the Green Street
Parking Garage right next door, Green Street is easy to get to…. but hard to leave.
- The People's Republik
876-878 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139
617-491-6969
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Decked-out with Russian memorabilia from the communist era, the People's is a down-to-business
watering hole (the bartenders are known to get surly if your drink order has more
than two ingredients). Featuring a large bar, plenty of tables, and darts, it's
an excellent place to unwind with a pint either alone or with friends.
- The Plough & Starts
912 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139 617-576-0032
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The Plough and Stars Irish pub and restaurant in Cambridge has become a favorite
of locals and visitors alike. With it’s warm cozy atmosphere and great music scene,
The Plough has become a staple of the Cambridge community. The Plough offers delicious
food with a wide variety of fine beers on tap and a full bar. Our menu features
both innovative and traditional dishes. There is live music nearly every night.
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Beacon Hill
10 minute walk OR 1 Red Line Stop towards Downtown (Charles/MGH)
- Hill Tavern
228 Cambridge Street, Boston, MA 02114
617-742-6192
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Since 1995, The Hill Tavern's bustling bar scene and classic pub menu has been a
neighborhood favorite. They have been named "Best Neighborhood Bar" multiple times
by The Improper Bostonian and take pride in making everyone feel like a regular
patron the first time they walk in the door. Catering to local residents, tourists,
and the downtown business community, The Hill always offers great food and drink,
fun people, and friendly service. They are open for lunch, dinner, and late night
food seven days a week, as well as brunch on Saturday and Sunday.
- The Red Hat
9 Bowdoin Street, Boston, MA 02114
617-523-2175
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One of the oldest establishments in Boston, The Red Hat continues to grow as one
of Boston’s friendliest and finest local traditions. Whether stopping by for a couple
drinks to wind down after a hard days work or grabbing a bite to eat on your way
to the garden, or if you just need a relaxing hot spot party late night, The Red
Hat is the place to be. With daily food and drink specials, The Red Hat offers delicious
traditional pub fare as well as specialty items to tempt your taste buds. Wash that
down with a pint of your favorite beer or choose from our diverse wine and drink
list.
- Artu Beacon Hill
89 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02114
617-227-9023
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Nestled in the quaint and scenic Beacon Hill, Artu has proven to be a favorite among
neighbors and international travellers alike. An open kitche, home-style Italian
dining and accomodating wait staff creates a unique and inviting atmosphere for
guests. "Delicious, traditional cusine crossed with new age flare" is one way Chef
Eduardo Guzman has been described. The authentic rustic decor, exclusivity and aromas
of Italy make Artu a wonderful place for familieas as well as a romantice night
out for two.
- Alibi Bar & Lounge @ the Liberty Hotel
215 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02114
857-241-1144
Exceptionally hip, Alibi Bar & Lounge is a loungy space inside Boston's Liberty
Hotel, once the Charles Street Jail. Alibi plays up to its former life, with floors
that have the original markings where the cells used tp be, and solid brick walls
that alternate with prison bars. Despite the dark motif, the space is well lit and
cozy, with big open windows facing Charles Street. {p[u;ar orders include the sweet
Jail Bait, a pomegranate mojito, and truffle french fries with Parmesan-- a fidne
late nigt nosh'.
Harvard Square
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30 minute walk OR 2 Red Line Stops towards Alewife (Harvard)
It is home to the oldest university in America, George Washington took command of
the Continental Army here, in the 19th century it was a center of abolitionist fervor,
and in the 20th century it was famous for anti-war protests. One thing that has
remained true through all these periods of time is the connection between Harvard
Square and the printed word. Nearly from the beginning, Harvard Square has been
a home and a gathering place for authors, poets, publishers, printers, teachers
students and booksellers. Three hundred and seventy one years ago the first printing
press in this hemisphere was carried across the Atlantic with the first American
printer, Stephen Daye. Where did they set up shop? In Harvard Square, of course.
When Governor John Winthrop crossed the Atlantic on the Arbella, one of his shipmates
was Anne Bradstreet, who would later become a Harvard Square resident and the first
published American poet. The Daye Press was replaced by the University Press and
Bradstreet was followed by giants of 19th and 20th century American poetry such
as Longfellow, Lowell, T.S. Eliot and e. e. cummings all of whom lived through and
loved the books of Harvard Square. The archival pages of the Harvard Square Business
Association reveal many different chapters in the History of Harvard Square. Many
roads, many lives, and many authors have interstected at the area we now call the
"Super Crosswalk!" We invite you to view these pages and send us your own contribution
and experiences of business in Harvard Square over the last 100 years. - harvardsquare.com
Harvard square has many, many resturaunts, shops, books stores, and historical landmarks.
It is an excellent place to stroll around in the evening, if you're feeling like
a night out in a very busy & cosmopolitan neighborhood. Visit
HardSquare.com for more info.
- Grendel's Den
89 Winthrop St., Cambridge, MA 02138
617-491-1160
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Grendel's Den prides itself on serving high quality freshly made food at great prices.
Their menu includes a variety of dishes that are both familiar and worldly, with
a range of options for the omnivore or those who decline certain foods.
- Shays Pub & Wine Bar
58 JFK Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
617-864-9161
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Cozy and comfortable, Shays Pub & Wine Bar has been in Harvard Square since 1984.
They have been owner operated since 1992. Their wine and beer selections are fantastic.
The atmosphere of the establishment is casual and comfortable. Their menu isn't
huge, but you'll find something you love. More importantly, almost everything is
made from scratch. They make their own salsa, hummus, sauce for their Mexican food,
hand-cut fries, soups and stews. The food is high quality, but the prices are reasonable!
Their menu has burgers, quesadillas, salads, sandwiches, nachos, soups and more!
- Charlie's Kitchen
10 Eliot Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
617-492-9646
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Founded over 40 years ago, Charlie's Kitchen offers three bars, two floors, sidewalk
seating, & a beer garden. Charlie's is a Harvard Sq. institution.
Serving its famous double cheeseburger with a wide assortmant of draught and bottled
beers, you'll see all walks of life in this lively Cambridge eatery. Enjoy a meal
at their ground-floor 50’s-style diner, equipped with several high resolution televisions,
close-captioned and tuned into local sports and news channels. Check out their famous
upstairs lounge, which proudly boasts “the best jukebox in Cambridge.” Weekly entertainment
includes live music, karaoke, and our special Sunday Night Pub Quiz. The Beer Garden
is open year-round (weather permitting) at their regular hours, and offers a full
bar and menu, 18 draught beers, and a beer stand for your convenience.
- Cambridge, 1
27 Church Street , Cambridge, MA 02138
617-576-1111
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City dwellers & travellers looking for refined, adult-like pizzas can find comfort
in Cambridge, 1. The Best of Boston award-winning, thin crust, charcoal-grilled
pizzas are always made fresh to order. They also offer soups, salads, pasta, and
a carefully curated beer and wine list. Take-out is available, but their comfortable,
oversized booths & sleek fireslate bar make it an excellent place to eat-in.
- Border Cafe
32 Church Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
617-864-6100
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Arguably the best Tex-Mex found in the Boston are, their menu also includes excellent
cajun dishes. They prepare and cook our own flour tortillas, their signature salsa
is made fom scratch several times a day to ensure freshness, and their tortilla
chips are cooked to order. Border Cafe as a fun and festive atmosphere, and they
serve more a variety of top-notch margaritas.
- Grafton Street Pub & Grill
1230 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138
617-497-0400
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Originally opened in October of 1996, Grafton Street Pub & Grill has been a beloved
institution of Harvard Square for nearly a decade. Located at 1230 Massachusetts
Avenue — the Gateway of Harvard Square — this neighborhood hotspot is named after
the spirited cobblestone-lined shopping district in Dublin's famed Temple Bar area.
Grafton Street deftly combines a traditional Irish pub's warmth and coziness with
a contemporary and comfortable full service restaurant.
As Executive Chef at Grafton Street, Eric Gregory brings more than a decade of experience
in the kitchens of some of Boston’s finest restaurants, including L’Espalier, Harvest,
Scampo, Sage and Beacon Hill Bistro. At Grafton Street, Chef Gregory describes his
French-American bistro style to be deceptively simple — “three to four main ingredients,
each layered with countless flavors.” They serve lunch and dinner seven days a week
(including a prized Sunday brunch), and the bustling bar boasts an extensive selection
of craft beer, wine, & liquor, and features several signature cocktails conceptualized
by mixologist Diana Morell!
- Ten Tables Cambridge
5 Craigie Street Circle , Cambridge, MA 02139
617-388-8324
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Ten tables is concientious both in its business and its food Any establishment can
define itself as a "neighborhood" spot by its immediate location or surroundings.
But being a true neighborhood place requires that one also be good neighbors, by
supporting the efforts of local partners and by welcoming you to feel as comfortable
as you are in your own home.
During the summer season, try their fish stew that combines ingredients from many
of their farmers. Woodbury Shellfish of Wellfleet provides littleneck clams; garlic,
greens, and herbs come from Allandale Farm in Brookline; the potatoes are from Parker
Farm in Lunenburg. Likewise, during the fall and winter seasons you can bet on delicious
root vegetables from Allandale Farm that they serve roasted and caramelized with
their all-natural, humanely raised, grass-fed beef from select Massachusetts farms.
For starters, they shop like Europeans: close to home and in the community. Instead
of an exhaustive, static selection of options that may require ingredients from
far and wide, their smaller, more mindful menu is jam-packed with handmade delectables
that draw upon fresh ingredients from carefully selected local purveyors. Their
menu isn't based upon whim; it's built with deference to seasonal rhythms of what's
locally fresh and available, wild and organic, and consistent with their commitment
to the highest of quality standards.
The beverages at Ten Tables keep to this philosophy as well. They create all of
the ingredients that they mix with spirits. Their wine list constantly evolves,
giving them the opportunity to share the creations of small, family vineyards that
practice organic or biodynamic winemaking. Similarly, they select brewers whose
commitment to their craft creates beers to complement nearly any meal they serve.
They even have their own signature TT Brew, a tasty ale created for them by the
Berkshire Brewing Company in South Deerfield, MA.
They also strive to minimize their neighborhood impact however they can. Rather
than bringing another loud, dirty delivery truck to their sites, their produce and
dairy deliveries arrive daily via Metro Pedal Power, a bike delivery service serving
Boston and Cambridge neighborhoods. They're doing thier part to help our neighbors
breathe a little more easily.
- Noir
One Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
617-661-8010
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At Noir you won’t find any of the standard bar food dishes. Instead, we appeal to
a sophisticated palate with crispy pressed sandwiches, flavorful flatbread pizzas,
fresh salads and several small bites to share. And the best part…you can order food
until 11 p.m.
Noir’s menu changes seasonally and always offers a taste of the latest culinary
musings. Their drink menu changes seasonally too, so there’s always something new:
from the latest in mixology to our rotating wine list or our selection of international
beers.
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30 minute walk OR 2 Red Line Stops towards Downtown (Park Street)
- J. J. Foley's Bar & Grille
21 Kingston Street, Boston, MA 02111
617-695-2529
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Located just off Summer Street in the heart of Boston near Downtown Crossing and
the Financial District , J.J. Foley’s Bar & Grill is one of the most authentic Irish
pubs and grills in this historic city. For over 50 years, J.J. Foley’s has been
proudly serving its customers traditional Irish food and a wide variety of spirits
in a relaxed and amiable atmosphere, and still pours the best pint of Guinness in
Boston.
Serving lunch and dinner daily, J.J. Foley’s Bar & Grille is a local institution,
drawing an eclectic group of regulars from the Financial District and downtown area
after work, and a lively young crowd on weekends. Offering fresh salads, hefty sandwiches
and grilled steaks and tips, J.J. Foley’s is a great place to meet, drink and dine
in Boston. Experience a genuine “Old Boston” neighborhood Irish pub and grill. You’ll
not be disappointed! Great Beer List, Great Wine List, Large Selection of Bottle
and Draft Beers.
- 6B Lounge
6B Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108
617-742-0306
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6B Lounge martini bar and restaurant, located at 6B Beacon Street Boston, MA, is
the place to be for the BEST nightlife and the most delicious martinis in Boston.
They have a creative menu and a terrific vibe, and are located right on Beacon Street
– right where YOU want to be! Visit and experience the best of what Boston has to
offer while you enjoy great food, fantastic drinks, wine bar, cocktails, and good
times with old friends (or new!) at 6B Boston Martini Lounge. Kick back on Beacon
Hill at this casual, cozy lounge. Individual booths and oversized seating make this
a sweet spot to nestle in for a drink and some great food from the bar menu. Sandwiches
and burgers are good options for lunch, or try appetizers in the evening.
- Marliave
10 Bosworth, Boston, MA 02108
617-422-0004
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Henry Marliave, a French immigrant from Paris, arrived in Boston with a collection
of recipes and the dream of finding success in the United States. Henry Marliave
achieved his American dream by opening his namesake: Restaurant Marliave at 10 Bosworth
Street in 1875. Today, it is the 4th oldest oldest restaurant in Boston. The Boston
dining landmark has been reopened by Grotto chef/owner, Scott Herritt.
- Kennedy's Midtown
42 Province Street, Boston, MA 02108
617-426-3333
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An upbeat Irish Pub & Steak House with a lively piano and martini bar that vibrates
with the cheerful banter of patrons. Ideally situated in Boston 's Midtown, Kennedy's
is located at 42 Province Street, between Downtown Crossing and the historic Boston
Common: just steps from Beacon Hill, the Freedom Trail, the Orpheum Theatre, Boston's
Theatre District and Faneuil Hall. One of Boston's best kept secrets, Kennedy's
offers all the comforts of a traditional Irish Pub, with a touch of class. Open
7 days a week from 11am to 1am with brunch served on Sundays.
Kennedy's Midtown caters to a busy downtown crowd for lunch, offering a comfortable
meal with efficient service. Our full dinner menu is available from 4pm for theatre
goers, and features aged steaks, seafood, and assorted classic dishes, in addition
to the traditional pub fare.
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace
One Faneuil Hall Sq, Boston, MA 02109
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Sprawling on 6.5 acres, Faneuil Hall Marketplace attracts millions of visitors annually,
locals and visitors of Boston alike! Local merchants and entrepreneurs have always
been the Marketplace’s key attraction. Shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts and specialty
items at Faneuil Hall Marketplace is always an adventure. There is also an assortment
of places to eat and drink adjacent to the Marketplace -- some of the oldest places
in Boston.
- Union Oyster Houes
41 Union St., Boston, MA 02108
617-227-2750
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America's oldest restaurant in continuous service (since 1826), the Union Oyster
House serves tasty, traditional New England fare to visitors following the adjacent
Freedom Trail and savvy locals. They're not looking for anything fancy, and you
shouldn't, either -- classic preparations account for the restaurant's staying power.
At the oyster bar on the lower level of the antique building (a National Historic
Landmark "where Daniel Webster drank many a toddy in his day"), try excellent fish
chowder, oyster stew, or the cold shellfish sampler to start. Follow with a broiled
or grilled dish such as scrod or salmon, or perhaps fried seafood or grilled pork
loin. A "shore dinner" of chowder, steamers or mussels, lobster, corn, and potatoes
is an excellent introduction to local favorites. For dessert, try gingerbread with
whipped cream. A plaque marks John F. Kennedy's favorite booth (no. 18), where he
often sat to read the Sunday papers. --
Frommer's Travel Guide
Porter Square
3 Red Line Stops towards Alewife (Porter)
- Christopher's
1920 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140
617-876-9180
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A Cambridge institution for over 25 years, Christopher’s is known for its warm and
welcoming staff, diverse menu, commitment to all-natural ingredients, cozy atmosphere
(“the biggest, most blazing fireplace anywhere in the Commonwealth,” says Boston
Magazine), and, of course, its award-winning burgers! Christopher’s is also the
home of TOAD, the Improper Bostonian’s “Best Neighborhood Bar,” featuring live music,
with no cover charge, seven nights a week.
- Toad
1912 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140
617-497-4950
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A small venue with great music, a wide selection of beer, and never a cover. The
perfect place to check out good music after a great meal at Christopher's next door.
Davis Square
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4 Red Line Stops towards Alewife (Davis)
Davis Square is well worth the short trip north. The brick-paved square contains
a rich mixture of shops, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, an old-time theater, and
other attractions. It is a vibrant mix of students & young urban professionals,
yet maintains a family-oriented neighborhood vibe. If you're planning on relocating
to the Boston/Cambridge area, Davis Square should be on the top of your list. Check
out the Boston Globe's online
walking tour.
- Johnny D's
17 Holland Street, Somerville, MA 02144
617-776-2004
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This family-owned and -operated establishment is one of the best places in the area
for live music. It draws a congenial, low-key crowd for acts on international tours
as well as artists who haven't been out of eastern Massachusetts. The music ranges
from zydeco to rock, rockabilly to jazz, blues to ska. The veggie-friendly food's
good, too; try the weekend jazz brunch. The club, which opened in 1969, is worth
a long trip, but it's only two T stops past Harvard (about 15 min. at night). Frommer's Travel Guide
- Red Bones BBQ
55 Chester Street, Somerville, MA 02144
617-628-2280
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Redbones is a well established, much loved restaurant located in Davis Square -
Somerville, Massachusetts (click here for directions). RedBones has become a favorite
for many folks over the years, most likely due to its authentic downhome-style Southern
food, its unique ambience, and the genuine friendliness of its staff. Redbones also
offers 24 fresh microbrews on tap and often hosts local Brew Fests.
- The Burren
247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144
617-776-6896
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The expatriate Irish community has found the Burren an antidote to homesickness
since 1996, and you will, too. There's traditional music in the front room, acoustic
rock in the large back room, and good food. Open since January 1996, the Burren's
history reaches back farther than that. It is actually the realization of a dream
shared by two young Irish musicians, Tommy McCarthy and Louise Costello. Tommy and
Louise began playing together nearly 10 years earlier. Today people can gather to
enjoy a drink, the warmth of good friends and the excitement of live traditional
Irish music, in the Burren, a dream come true.
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