A quirky and tiny pub/bar in Inman Square with lots of character everywhere you look. We unfortunately missed the kitchen as by the time we got there at 10:30pm, they had stopped serving food (on a Tuesday). But we grabbed a drink and enjoyed conversation. They had a lot of local brews and my cider was local too from MA--it was really good and refreshing. It was busy for a weeknight, so I think this is a good spot for locals! We will definitely come back for food another night as we wanted to try their fish and chip. read more

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I came here on a Friday, probably around 2 PM, when it wasn't as busy, but most tables and barstools were occupied. The service was very warm and friendly, and I felt very well taken care of. The fish and chips were pretty good, with the added charm of being wrapped in newspaper. The portion was pretty big, and the server offered a takeaway container for my leftovers, and I opted for a plastic bag instead since the newspaper already made it quite convenient. Would definitely go back here again, especially to check out the live music for myself. read more

Food is pretty good and a nice place. I liked the oysters because they were big and meaty. I haven't been able to go back since it's always so packed full of people. Would most likely need a reservation if you want a drink or something on a Friday/Saturday night. read more

This is a great Irish pub. Lamb stew was Wonderful and the beers were cold. It is a little small and cozy inside, so you may want to call ahead. read more

Long skinny Irish pub - tasty seafood stew and Guinness constantly flowing being hammered into form. Quick enough service given how jammed it is all day on weekends. read more

The Druid - Guinness - Irish Pub Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I've been going here off and on over 15 years and their food has always been great Their Guinness steak is amazing. You get delicious sides with it and it's only a little bit more than $20. They also do great fish and chips or any really fish menu item depending on what their specials are my old favorite used to be on the weekends when they would do lamb they would make lamb poutine, which was phenomenal It's a very small homely quaint feeling inside where everybody kinda knows who you are. They also do live Irish music and is located in Inman Square. Definitely go to. read more

My favorite spot in Inman Square. Irish breakfast on Sundays, outdoor patio that runs deep into October, best poor of Guinness in the city, friendly staff... my only thought is what if they took over a space next door to expand because it's a tiny spot than can get crowded. read more

Found this place on the best of Boston website. The Druid lives up to the promise. Cool atmosphere, boisterous Irish Pub. Interesting decor.Live music is nice. Fish and Chips are huge insanely delicious!! Park in the back. read more

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A little slice of Ireland, closer to home. Be sure to stop by when they have live music and you will find yourself transported across the ocean. Surprisingly good food and a great spot for a pint after a long day. read more

Best Fish and Chips on this side of the Pond. Service was so friendly and the ambiance made me miss Ireland.

I came here in a large group for dinner and drinks on a Sunday evening. The tables are seated first-come first-served and thankfully one of the window booths was open for us to get seated immediately. I got to try the fish chowder ($16), druid chips ($9), and shepherd's pie ($20). I was a huge fan of the fish chowder! It was creamy but not overwhelmingly heavy, and the clams they used were big and fresh. The pieces of cod and salmon were small but still noticeable. If you are not feeling too hungry, this is a good dish since the portion is pretty solid as a meal on its own. The druid chips were tasty. I liked how the fries were very crispy and seasoned perfectly. Our table was a bit divided on the curry because it had a strong tomato flavor and also happened to be quite sweet. I would recommend getting the curry to try it, but you can also get the fries by themselves for $7 if you don't want the curry. I have both great things and not-so-great things to say about the shepherd's pie. First, the lamb was tender with the perfect amount of fattiness. The pie had a decent portion of lamb which made the dish worth it for its price. However, the mashed potatoes had a grainy texture to them that suggested that the potatoes were previously frozen (either the mashed potatoes were thawed from a frozen batch, or frozen potatoes were used to make them). This ruined the dish a little for me because the potatoes were such a prominent part of the dish. The flavor of the mashed potatoes was great, but unfortunately I could not ignore the texture! I was a little worried that the live music would be too loud for conversation but my table heard each other fine. They were extremely busy that night so the servers didn't check on our table very much. We did not mind this, but if you would like more service then I would recommend going on a weekday or less busy time. read more

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It was a bleak and cold Saturday afternoon when I entered The Druid. I really needed lunch. The place was doing good business. Good vibes as well. I asked for a table. The host/waiter said that tables were reserved for parties of two or more, but I was welcome to sit at the bar. Makes sense to me. But I took a look at the bar, and it's three deep with folks. I'm never going to get a stool. I caught the host's attention. "Can I tell you my tale of woe?" I said. "I'm jet lagged, my daughter's in the hospital, and I am starving." (All true.) "Can I please have a table?" He looked me in the face and saw the state of things. "Of course. Just a minute." In a short time I was enjoying seafood stew and a Guinness. And soon I was restored. read more

Stopped by here on a Saturday night on a complete whim - was visiting Cambridge for an event in Boston. Looked up "good chowder near me", type thing, with no real idea what'd pop up. Short version: This place rocks, food's great, can't wait to come back! Longer version: Google told me that one of the best Irish pubs in the area was a 7-minute walk from my tiny Airbnb. So I headed over hoping to snag a spot at the bar. Figured I was being clever by going there on the early side, around 6 - 6:30 pm... ...but since this is clearly a popular spot, especially on a weekend, the place was already jam-packed with cheerful customers by the time I arrived. Not a single seat free in the house. But that's always a good sign to be honest, beats the heck out of stepping into an empty bar with 1-2 other customers max. Even better, they had (good) live music playing from a band sitting around a table in a corner, a bartender working fast to pour about a dozen Guinness's for sitting and standing customers, and I only had to wait about 10 minutes until a seat opened up at the bar. Got served promptly and given a quick look at their specials; had a cider, a solid Guinness, and ordered their Fish Chowder (Clam + Salmon). Food came out at just the right time - not so fast that I felt rushed, not so slow that I'd gone through more than a single drink first. I'm not some foodie or Chowder connoisseur, but dang if this wasn't the tastiest Chowder I've ever had so far. Filling too, big healthy portions here - and coupled with a good beer and good music, I could not have asked for better. I even struck up a conversation with 3 guys at the bar next to me while I chowed down. From one of the most introverted dudes on the East coast, that means a lot - this is a spot where it's genuinely hard not to feel comfortable in. There's plenty more on the menu worth trying out, I'm kinda bummed I live about 4-5 hours away. Next time I'm in town I'll be coming here no matter how far out it is from wherever I'm staying. read more

The Druid - Fish Chowder - one of the best I've been served - Irish Pub Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Love this spot!! Crowded and fun environment, exactly what you'd want from an Irish Pub. Got a classic Guinness and an espresso martini which had Kahlua and was very sweet, exactly how I like it! The food was great, fish and chips were delish and served in newspaper, which was fun! Side note, make sure to get the curry to dip your fries in. We also got the burger and also really enjoyed that! read more

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There were a few Irish pubs we were choosing between when visiting the Boston area. We landed on this one because it had great reviews for food, lots of live music options and most importantly it was family friendly. We were traveling with our two daughters 11 & 12. It was a small and lively restaurant in a cute Cambridge neighborhood. Our waiter and the bartender were the only two tending to the patrons. They both did a great job and for how busy it was they were very attentive. Our food was delicious!! My husband and oldest daughter got the fish & chips which was delicious, but omg the rosemary fries that came along were so good! I got the Shepard pie and my younger daughter got a cheeseburger lol. My Shepards pie was so good it was like a cross between Irish stew and Shepard pie but had great flavor. It was hearty, savory and the mash potatoes on top were a light with chives and complimented the stew underneath. We were disappointed we missed the live music on Sunday which is at 12. We were there for dinner around 8pm. However, we were in for such a treat! This adorable newly wed couple came into celebrate at the bar shortly after we sat down. Them and their musician friends played Irish music, while we were there. The fact that it was totally spontaneous made it even better. It made for a fun unexpected party in a cute crowded Irish bar. It was everything I wanted in an Irish bar. read more

The Druid - Shepards pie, fish & chips, cheese burger - Irish Pub Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Arguably the best fish and chips we have had in the greater Boston area. Served in traditional newspaper, the portions are generous. The only concerns we had were parking and the small capacity. One our favorite places to enjoy fish and chips with a pint of Guinness in pleasant surroundings. read more

I love my Irish pubs. The waiter at Druid was kind and playful. I got my spice bag (curry fries), and my girls got their sangrias. Perfect for a girls night out. The wait time was a little long but they decided that we were worth it and gave us a table as soon as they could. read more

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Every time I have been to the Druid it has been an amazing experience because of the great service, the great pours and delicious food. I highly recommend the burger and fish and chips. Always coming back for more food and Guinness! read more

There's a lot of Irish pubs in the Boston area, but the Druid is my favorite. You can feel the Irish spirit of the space immediately upon pushing through the heavy wooden double doors as a live music session pumps through the air from a cluster of musicians posted up by the corner window. Sometimes you'll see some Irish step dancing, contributing to the jubilant atmosphere. It attracts all walks of life - regulars, families, businessmen, students, teachers etc. I love it. Everyone who has served me at the bar has been from Ireland and they are quick to take your order. They give a proper Guinness pour, closest to what I've had in Ireland - smooth and silky. Their food is simple but delicious. The beef stew is hearty and the veggies have just the right amount of bite. I love that the broth is a bit thinner and tomatoey, but still flavorful, and not thick like gravy. And the fish n chips are like opening a present, it comes wrapped in a newspaper. When you open it you'll find perfectly fried fish - the fresh cod is properly dredged in seasoned flour batter (it's not thick like some beer battered versions I've had) and sticks well to the fish so you can get a good dip into the house tartar sauce. It's flakey, tasty and not dry. And if you're there M-T before 3pm you can get some clean briny oysters for $1 a pop. I come during odd hours because it can get absolutely packed, and rightly so, it's one of my fav haunts and seems to be for many folks. read more

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They have a reputation for good fish and chips. I have been there twice in the past year and it was horrible. Greasy all over, lousy breading and soggy chips. I lived in London. I know a good chippery. It should be good quality fish, crispy breading and light crispy chips. This ain't it. And they have the audacity to serve it in newspaper to make it "real". Cmon they are that desperate. It's an Irish bar (and a very good one) passing off the food as "authentic " because it's an Irish bar. There are several bar/restaurants that do this better. And some are Irish bars. I have my go to places and some are outside of Boston. read more

This is just a good time with good service and good food. Like others said they do have a really good Guinness pour. No TV which I saw as a positive even though I was missing game 5 of the World Series. Then the Dodgers came back and I missed. Still see the lack of TV as a positive. Great Vibe. We had such a good time the first night we went back the 2nd during Halloween. read more

I had the fish chowder and it was delicious, fresh and healthy! It had an abundance of seafood and the broth was very good. It came with bread that tasted like it was home baked in the Irish countryside. Delicious! Aside from the fantastic food the young men that were waiting on us were terrific hosts, friendly, kind and didn't miss a beat on their service. Definitely had an Irish pub vibe as well, with a fantastic pour of Guinness! read more

The Druid - Fish Chowder - Irish Pub Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Came here on a Saturday for their dollar oysters before 3 and there was only one or two other parties there so it felt very empty. Nonetheless, we were seated quite quickly and got served fast as well so no complaints here! The decor was very Irish with all the posters and such while the space felt very quaint due to the small size of the space. There was only one person working at the time so it seemed like he was super busy unfortunately, but he was kind and friendly enough despite rushing around to cater to everyone in the space. The oysters were pretty solid given they were on a dollar each. The beer we got along with it was also not too bad. Overall, two of us shared 36 oysters and left feeling satisfied! I don't know if I would come back for anything other than their dollar oysters, but the experience was pretty good and I wouldn't mind returning to enjoy the deal another time! read more

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DELICIOUS SHEPHERDS PIE IN CAMBRIDGE =================================== My son asked me to to find an Irish Pub in the area and my husband felt like eating a shepherds pie so I found The Druid on Yelp. I ordered their fish sandwich and it was delicious, but I kept eating my husband's Shepherd's pie. My son ordered the Shepherd's pie too and he loved it. It was amazing. The lamb was so tender and the rest of the veggies and mashed potatoes were delicious. I will definitely go back again when in the area. We parked on the street, but I was worried my son's SUV would get towed. The signs are very confusing. read more

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This was everything I needed in my life from an Irish pub. Great vibe, live music, amazing fish and chips, a proper Guinness pour, the nicest staff, bartender and locals. Also, the fish and chips was a huge serving -- plenty for two to eat! If I lived here, I'd be here often. Can't recommend it more highly. read more

Too crowded for my tastes, but it looks popular! I will try to return on a less busy evening.

Typical Irish bar with a great selection of beers & spirits. Good Irish music and nice ambience. Food was ok but Guinness was poured the right way! read more

2 dollar oysters, great chow , great staff and a fine pint of Guinness! what more can you ask for! read more

We eat at The Druid whenever we're in Boston and love its awesome vibe and great food. Last night our family had seafood stew, fish and chips, and the fish sandwich. In my opinion, the fish and chips are the best in town! Enough for two people, honestly, the fish is thick, light, and crispy. The stew is delicious! Our server, Mark, was kind and attentive. Great night and a lovely dinner! read more

This is the perfect bar. You cannot convince me otherwise. The interior is cozy and warm, with unbelievably kind bartenders. The curry fries are amazing and I honestly haven't stopped thinking about them since I was here last. All the portions here are HUGE. We had fries coming out of our ears when we got fish and chips with the curry fries. Not that I was complaining, because they were some of the best I've ever had. The shepherds pie was delicious -- there were plenty of huge chunks of beef that was so so tender. I went home with a box of fries, and a happy heart. I tried to come back on a Friday night but unfortunately they were so packed we had to go elsewhere. We tried to wait the 30 min that they estimated, but with no luck. There isn't a reservation system, of course, so time your entry smartly if you want to get a seat. I can't even be mad that they are packed because I'm so happy they are getting the business they deserve. read more

10/10 place for a recovery breakfast! Got the breakfast sandwich and it was huge (the Irish sausage and Irish bacon on it are worth getting it for alone!!) and the fries were perfect. We sat at the bar and the staff was incredibly friendly and they even had live music Sunday morning. read more

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What a friendly, hardworking staff! Came from New york JUST for the food. The ambiance is funky and fun.... Food is fresh and SO worth traveling for! read more

one of the best irish pubs in the city. small and intimate with great music at night. food is also very good. outdoor seating the the nicer months. friendly staff. read more

The Druid - Irish Pub Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Best Irish pub in Cambridge. The fish & chips is absolutely why you stop in, outside of a cold pint of course. It is a pretty small pub but worth the wait for a seat. The staff was awesome & the live music was a perfect way to end the weekend. read more

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Had a fantastic time here last night! The food was so delicious and comforting. The server we had was super nice but it was a little hard to get his attention at first. The vibe was obviously amazing- live music, great space with fun decor, and lots of people drinking and chatting away! A perfect way to spend a night!! read more

I adore this cozy pub. They pour a mean Guinness and the food portions are huge. The appetizer fries with curry sauce is a great starter and I usually get the fish stew as my meal. I know it's listed under the appetizer section, but it's large enough for an entree and is delicious. The bar has live music some nights and while it can definitely get busy/loud, it's a great atmosphere. read more

Good food, friendly staff. Get the fish and chips! The oxtail stew was good too. A little divey, but that's something I like.

On a mission from Houston to eat as many East Coast oysters as possible. The Druid was my first stop at 2PM on a Friday. $1 oyster happy hour is until 3PM Monday - Thursday. Although I was a little disappointed Fridays were removed from the special, that didn't stop me from ordering two dozen Wellfleets to slurp on. Smaller than the behemoth Gulf oysters I'm used to, they were clean and full of flavor. Yummy sangria, sweet bartender/server, and very clean restroom. Will make an effort to come back again if I'm ever in the area. read more

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Seeing as I was in a Boston for a mini-getaway, I made it a mission to check out an Irish pub. I'm so glad I was able to find the Druid! I made my way over from Allston, which took me through Harvard on the way to Inman Square (where the Druid is located). It was a great trip and made me even more excited. The Druid's vibes were impeccable! The Halloween decorations they had hung up were totally awesome, especially the giant ghost hung overhead. I sat down at the bar and was able to quickly put in an order for fish + chips and Guinness. The Guinness was super smooth and delicious - definitely one of the best I've had from a tavern in the US. The bartender was also super friendly, and it was cute to see him catching up with locals in between orders. This fish and chips were also excellent. The breading on the fish was a lot lighter than I'm used to - a welcome change for a typically heavy dish. I also appreciated that the fish and chips were wrapped in newspaper, just like back in the day across the pond! You really can't go wrong with the Druid. Though it's a bit small, the vibe is perfect. Their draft list is amazing, with a great selection of both local and imported beers. Check it out! read more

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This is one of my favorite places to go, you can never go wrong. The bartenders and owner give some of the best service. I always have a great fun time. Live music and dancing. If you're looking for an authentic Irish pub this is the best place to go. The Guinness is so refreshing and one of the best pours in town. The fish and chips and Shepards pie is unbelievable. Highly recommend. Definitely a place to go for a good time. Hidden Gem. read more