Among the best of the odd yet delightful pies is Ms. Piggy’s Fig, a whirlwind of blended cheeses, Black Mission figs, prosciutto di Parma, vincotto, and toasted pistachio gremolata. Read more.
Mushroom Brussel sprouts and smoked mozzarella excellent!!
Great selection of beers (I had the tall tale ale) calamari and late bfast steak were amazing!! Definitely worth a visit whether it is for the food or the beer.
An extraordinarily experimental local brew pub. Short rib poutine and a pizza topped with local foraged mushrooms are different from the usual pub fare, and an outdoor patio offers coveted seats. Read more.
Mark your calendar for CBC Pumpkin Fest around Halloween. It's an amazing selection of over 40 different pumpkin beers. Spectacular event!
Best selection of beer on tap in the area. Including elusive black lagers, sours, and more. For food, try the latkes and the chicken wings.
Abig space with a clean, industrial feel, but somehow it manages to be comfortable. Service is terrific, the food (local oysters and housemade bratwurst) is eclectic and there are 100 beers on tap. Read more.
Over 100 beers on tap!
This place used to actually serve all it's drinks in beakers, etc. But people kept stealing them. This is why we can't have nce things.
ditto on burgers. they are amazing. pepperjack. mmm.
Get the steak tips, medium rare, and ask for them with rice and red sauce. Do it.
Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Sit down, get a shot and a beer, order the famous Charlie's double cheeseburger, and shoot the shit with your buddies. Read more.
Old school greasy spoon that really rocks at night with live bands for hipsters and harvard students alike. -Tania Peterson, Top Chef Just Desserts
The burgers are the best! Great shakes too. The mushroom stuffed with cheese is crazy good. Stack one of those on a regular patty for extra absurdity. Good and good for you...
No lines during snow emergencies.
The two-story location is in the heart of Harvard Square, in the former OM space. A few special concretes (frozen custard with mix-ins) pay homage to nearby schools.
The oyster selection is outstanding, and the blackboard specials of grilled fish are worth any price. Read more.
Show your MBTA Charlie Card at any Summer Shack and get a free cup of clam chowdah or a free soft serve ice cream with a purchase of an entree.
Seafood lovers will love this beachy riff on Americana-a “seafood” dog that’s got all the right stuff, including lobster meat mixed with a shrimp mousse. The dipping mayo gives it that kick of summer. Read more.
With a Sandwich Menu that offers a diverse selection of wraps and sandwiches, it is tough to go wrong. Try the Grendel or take advantage of the toppings combos they offer for Chicken Sandwiches.
If Beowulf showed up, [the bartender] would be like, 'Dude, take that metal armor off. It's not OK to wear that in the bar' ... Then he'd say, 'OK, what do you want?' " Read more.
All food at Grendel's Den in Harvard Square is 1/2 price 7 nights a week from 5 to 7:30pm and 1/2 price Sunday through Thursday from 9pm-11:30
Cheap wine and beer, cozy local vibe. Authentic "chips" (fries) and impressive cheese to nacho ratio
Hummus plate gets sarah's "good value"
The chipotle bean nachos will be my final meal
An Irish pub in its truest sense. Great atmosphere, fantastic bangers, and a large selection of British beers. Come during the week (during a soccer/rugby match) for the best experience.
Take car. Go to mum's. Kill Phil ["Sorry!"], grab Liz, go to the Field, have a nice cold pint, and wait for all of this to blow over.
A legit Irish Bar
The cash-only bar maintains a good draft selection, with various New England micro brews for about $5 a pint (sorry, no Baltika here). They serve lunch, dinner, & brunch (“Bloody Trotskys” anyone?) Read more.
Drank my sorrows away.
Cash only.
Definitely try the lobster roll here!
Pizza and a Pitcher. Always.
You can get a large pizza and a pitcher of PBR for $12!!!
Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA