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The Haven

The Haven

(Now Closed)
Scottish Restaurant and Bar$$$$
Jamaica Hills - Pond, Boston
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  • AskMen
    AskMenNovember 4, 2011
    Dishes include house-made lamb haggis, with truffle honey mashed rutabaga, Drambuie butter & Scotch deviled eggs, & a crispy sausage-wrapped hard-boiled egg with a deviled yolk & an arugula salad. Read more
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    Dan FogartyMarch 11, 2015
    The scotch egg is great. So is the burger. But the deep fried mars bar is truly what will make the bad Tinder date worth it.
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    ChrisMay 22, 2015
    Best Bloody Mary I've found. Fantastic burger. Check out the live music and decent food. Great for small groups.
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    Yu-MeiApril 29, 2021
    The fish supper, burger and vegetarian curry are all great! Save space for the sticky toffee pudding - and a Scotch or Scottish beer, of course.
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    CarolAugust 10, 2020
    Nice Scottish restaurant with outdoor seating. The owner, Jason, is so welcoming and the drinks/ food are class👌🏼
  • Erica A.
    Erica AyotteAugust 17, 2011
    Dark and cozy, this is a great cold weather spot. The blood sausage and scallops were amazing. Every Wednesday they host a fry--don't forget to add your two cents to the deep fried suggestion box.
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    Alexandra SmithFebruary 27, 2017
    Came here for my birthday, and it did not disappoint. The fish and chips were excellent, but I need to go back for the live music!
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    Thaddeus WalcottJanuary 14, 2023
    I’m Scottish and it’s the only place I can get haggis without the hassle of making it myself. Therefore the Haven is forever in my heart.
  • The Next Great Generation (Boston)
    The Haven boasts an impressive beer list, authentic Scottish food (for better or worse), and a packed events schedule: trivia on Mondays, movies on Tuesdays, and music on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Read more
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    Teddy WeinbergOctober 28, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    The burger is fantastic, but so is the rest of the menu. Total gem for the neighborhood.
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    Eye morelandJanuary 21, 2016
    Get the scotch egg!! Chicken sausage and the fried mars bar. Sadly no near scotch here yet as the only have cordial license.
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    Max SaberDecember 22, 2014
    The vegetarian sampler is great! It's a simple dish and I wish it was available at other restaurants!
  • Yeva K.
    Yeva KNovember 10, 2012
    Great cocktails, unique food and awesome atmosphere. They've made really good improvements since their opening 2 yrs ago.
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    Maria SánchezSeptember 3, 2014
    Perfectly balanced sweet and spicy, best bloody mary ever!
  • Boston Phoenix
    Boston PhoenixSeptember 2, 2010
    It's not light, but it can be delicious, even the legendary haggis and neeps,somewhat Americanized here. And it works equally well as bar snacks or a three-course gastropub special. Read more
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    Claire BarrettMay 5, 2014
    Great Scottish style food. Lovely and helpful staff. Loved the fishcakes with eggs (fried not poached).
  • Virginia U.heart icon on user image
    Andy was our bartender and he was great! Gave us great tips on what to order and about Boston.
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    FoodiesprApril 15, 2016
    Paloma and Mule! With some Irish bread and butter
  • Julie H.
    Julie H.February 11, 2011
    Jason makes you feel like you're at home. Stop in to say hi, have a pint and order the Haven Burger. It's the best burger I've ever had.
  • Jason F.
    Jason FairMay 19, 2012
    One of my favorite places..anywhere. A very warm and friendly place. Try the Haddie Croquettes.
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    Raymond StockwellOctober 20, 2013
    Haggis is mhath. If they have the curried rabbit on the menu you have to try it!
  • jason w.
    jason waddletonJanuary 5, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The Burns Suppers are going to be great this year. Craft beer tastings, special menu, piper, singers, dancers, VIBE!!!! Read more
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    James BrownMay 19, 2018
    The fish pie was tasty and had a proper home-made feel.
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    FoodiesprApril 15, 2016
    Scotch Devil Eggs definitely a good one!!!
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    Zack BrittinghamJanuary 29, 2016
    Fantastic burger and awesome drink list!
  • Ray S.heart icon on user image
    Ray StockwellFebruary 3, 2015
    Haggis and if they have it the curried rabbit is delicious.
  • Ben
    BenAugust 27, 2013
    All the food is great. Especially the cider on tap and the deviled eggs.
  • Pat A.
    Pat AddamsSeptember 5, 2014
    If you can drink 5 Belhaven ales in 20 minutes you get a free deep fried Mars bar
  • Mr. N.
    Mr. NealNovember 2, 2012
    Scottish egg. GET IT. Finish it off with the Fried Mars Bar. You'll thank me later.
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    Devinne McCarthySeptember 21, 2015
    Get the burger and if you love Crabbies they have it on the menu!
  • Charles M.
    Charles McEnerneyNovember 3, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    The Haven is now open for coworking, Monday thru Friday after 12 noon. Free wifi. Free coffee.
  • robby c.
    robby choateJuly 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    This place is awesome. Beer selection=fantastic. The fish cakes and breakfast sandwich are just off the chain.
  • Kris E.
    Kris Ellis-LevySeptember 1, 2013
    Scotch deviled egg and the blood sausage are delicious!
  • Jessica H.
    Jessica HiemenzApril 3, 2013
    Only vegan option (and vegetarian entree) is the veggie plate where you pick 3 veg sides for $13.
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    Douglon TseJanuary 12, 2016
    They have Brewdog Tokio beer!!!!!! Such a rare find
  • Lindsey F.
    Lindsey FrancesMay 4, 2013
    Come when it's kilt night! The fish and chips are great too.
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    Matt KarolianFebruary 6, 2015
    They only serve one type of soda, it is weird and awesome
  • mike l.
    mike labellaMay 30, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    The best burger in boston... a million times better then grass fed.
  • Charles M.
    Charles McEnerneyNovember 3, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Great spot for coworking, M-F after 12 noon. Free wifi. Free coffee.
  • Max L.
    Max LuckeySeptember 29, 2010
    Somewhat Americanised haggis, but good nevertheless! Has the standard Scottish beers. Steak and ale pie leaves something to be desired though... Greens in it?! Get the haggis instead!
  • Mike M.
    Mike McGloneMay 24, 2011
    5AM Saint, Scotch Egg and Deep Fried Mars Bar...you will hate yourself the next day but its amazing.
  • Paul B.
    Paul Bidwell-HansonJuly 10, 2013
    Ok, you need the Scottish egg and don't miss the brunch!
  • Daniel T.
    Daniel TewfikSeptember 26, 2014
    Fried mars bar is a must try!
  • Shawn H.
    Shawn HollandJune 16, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    If you've never tried haggis, this is the place to do it! Also, the house made ketchup and mined mush peas are awesome.
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    K NOctober 19, 2014
    Scotch deviled egg is the best!
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    David CarrMarch 11, 2016
    Belhaven on tap!! Get a Scotch Egg.
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    Jesse MorriseyMay 12, 2013
    Where else could you find a picture of Rod Stewart placed lovingly over the bathroom sign?
  • BostonTweet
    BostonTweetAugust 15, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Don't be afraid of the haggis - it's really good. Stop in, order and beer and say hi to Jason behind the bar.
  • Julianne G.
    Julianne GNovember 26, 2011
    The beer selection is awesome and the food is spectacular.
  • Megan S.heart icon on user image
    Megan StokesMay 17, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Best brunch in JP with rarely a wait.
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