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Lord Hobo
(Now Closed)Gastropub, Pub, and New American Restaurant$$$$
Cambridge
Has a stamp of approval from Men's Health Mag and Boston.com
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Best beer bar in Cambridge. Amazing selection and all that, but really the reason to come here is that the food is excellent. Perfect truffle fries and also get the chicken lollipops.
Just found they have this thing called Cheese Grits which literally is the best thing I've ever tasted. So, get that, and if you're there for brunch get the biscuits 'n' gravy. Breakfast of champions.
Peter HowlandApril 9, 2017Had the Box lunch for brunch, sandwich and a their Glorious pale ale - delicious. Staff was warm and friendly. No wait just stepped in and had a great meal.
Men's Health MagJanuary 29, 2015A beer connoisseur’s bar with 40-plus ever-changing taps from local faves (Pretty Things Beer and Ale Project) to national breweries (San Diego’s Green Flash). Read more
thoughtbotAugust 31, 2013Lord Hobo is the old B-Side Lounge. Situated in a residential neighborhood a 15 minute walk from Kendall or Central Squares on the Red Line you need to want it to get here. It's worth it.
Boston.comDecember 13, 2012There are 40 rotating taps, and, boy, do they rotate, with great rare beers. The bottle list is just as much of a treasure trove. The wait staff is knowledgeable and welcoming. Read more
Leah VarneyNovember 4, 2012Go on Sunday for brunch. It's catching on fast as it used to be my little secret. It's getting busier these days. I always get the bisquits and gravy. It is to DIE for! Grapefruit mimosa -also yum
Matt BarberSeptember 23, 2016Like a kid in a candy store. Great menu if you love craft and different styles
Aaron WheelerSeptember 11, 2017Get the veggie burger! They call it something else but it's so tasty. The seasonal halloumi is also divine, albeit untraditionally prepared.
Great craft beer selection and pretty good food and service. They know their beers too and will get some gems once in a while too.
Boston PhoenixJuly 29, 2010The food at Lord Hobo is very good, but don’t go if you don’t love fresh, extreme draught beers, because the beer is the uniquely wonderful thing here. The friendly servers are there to aid newbies. Read more
One of the best beer bars in Cambridge. Great draught selection, food is good but menu is slim. The truffle fries are the go to appetizer and $1 oyster deal is a good decision.
Lee AllenAugust 8, 2014The burger was great. The bartender was awesome. The draft list was amazing. I would frequent this place regularly if I lived in Boston.
Great beer selection and great food! Not your average bar food! Try short ribs sandwich, it is heavenly.
Jennifer LeMayJuly 9, 2012Only went once, opening night. Line down the block. I had Cantillon (framboise and gueuze) on TAP! was in an earthly heaven. Don't remember the food as I was too focused on my Cantillon. 50 craft taps- Tera AndrianoffSeptember 3, 2014There's food available as long as they're open, even substantial stuff like sandwiches. And the beer selection is always top notch, but that's almost a given.
I thought that the menu read to sound amazing. After 3 visits, however, I have yet to be thrilled by any of the items I've tried. The beer (and cocktail) list is impressive, but expect to wait.
KyleAugust 13, 2017The beer list was great and the people were fun. The ceviche tasted unconventional but delicious. A little loud.
Laura WongDecember 12, 2016Pretty divey place, very dark inside but they have a huge beer list. The menu is fairly small but the food is pretty good, it's comfort/bar food.The portions arent huge but it is filling.
UntappdSeptember 21, 2012Just steps away from Meadhall, this little spot has a great selection to wet your taste buds. Has a good wine selection as well, if your into that thing!
Craft beer selection, overall drink selection. Various delicious options
Great food and an excellent rotating taplist. Best beer bar in the Boston area. Only downside is parking can be difficult and it's a long walk to the Central or Kendall T.
Cole TOctober 20, 2017The house beers are good but they really shine with their guest tap list. Only drank here but man is it pricey--be prepared to drop some coin if coming here for a couple drinks.
CityRover MediaJanuary 5, 2011Not to be outdone by the drinks, the food menu features comfort foods like fried calamari, steak tartare, mac & cheese with applewood smoked bacon, & a massive veggie burger with loads of toppings. Read more
I've spent time in Boston, NYC, Europe and Lord Hobo remains one of my favorites for amazing / creative entres and a top-notch selection of beer and liquor
Lori-Jo SAugust 21, 2014Awesome beer menu and really cool vibe - great 'out of the way' stop for beer lovers.
Great draught beer selection. Fair warning: it gets pretty loud in here on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights
The Ad ClubJanuary 29, 2011A favorite "dive" in Cambridge. Kitchen is open late, food is great, but make sure you get there early if they have a favorite beer on tap. Best kegs get kicked early.
Christopher MarkJanuary 27, 2016Best beer in Boston. Huge tap list, including many fun and rare beers.
Jacob SloanSeptember 27, 2013Great selection of sours and beers in general. Get the spicy fries. You won't be disappointed.- Nate BeattyMarch 17, 2015The brussels sprouts are exceptional. Great atmosphere for groups or a date ;)
Enrico SApril 12, 2015Great spot for nightlife. Lots of good beers and drinks. Very crowded on weekends.
Melis RodriguesDecember 22, 2014Awesome beer selection, great truffle fries, and yummy homemade veggie burger
Are you going for the mug club but can't pick a beer?
Brian BatchelderJuly 9, 2011Excellent beer list on par with American Craft and Publick House. Only drawback is it's kinda far from a T stop...but worth the trip.- Marcus HarrisonJuly 2, 2016One of the best beer bars in the city, top 5 for sure if you're willing to drop $$$$ on beer. Probably the worst service.
Get a goid Italian Negroni. Ask Erin to make it for you and she'll make it about perfect
Mark LoganNovember 3, 2013Impressive beer selection. The fries with truffle aioli was also quite tasty.
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From moody atmosphere to carefully crafted beer, cocktails and cuisine, time spent at Lord Hobo is always memorable.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- 4:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Thu–Fri
- 4:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–1:00 AM
(617) 250-8454
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Excellent food and extremely friendly staff. Great for vegetarians!"
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"Great beer (sample for $2 a try- many choices) and great brunch menu in particular (4 of 4 petals via Fondu)"
Dean Browell - 9.3
"Baked Alaska is absolutley fantastic, great couples desert, enjoy with a glass of Port Wine"
Tom Pistone - 8.7
"Great Monday brunch if you are up for it. Awesome cocktails. Crazy chocolate covered bacon."
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