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Thirsty Scholar Pub
Pub$$$$
Somerville
Ranked #3 for pubs in Somerville
"Decent draft beer selection."(5 Tips)
"Trivia and burgers."(2 Tips)
"Shipyard pumpkin head on tap."(2 Tips)
"Try the potato skins, they're awesome"(3 Tips)
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Rick & Violetta are awesome and the specials are truly a value for the $$! The beers change frequently and there's always a reason to visit.
Karli ScottNovember 15, 2022I've had their "Scholar Bowl" three times in a row and it's always amazing. They marinate the steak to perfection, cook everything really well, and make perfect flavor bombs. 💯
JuanitaJune 23, 2016The "spicy" fries are delicious and not spicy at all. They taste like curly fries and I want to eat them all.
Jenny MackintoshNovember 18, 2014Oh my goodness, is their shepherd's pie the definition of comfort food. Super flavorful; perfect paired with a Guinness on a cold night.
Rick is my favorite neighborhood bartender in Boston. There's nothing like someone who's starting to pour your usual brew when he sees you walk in the door. Also, don't sleep on the nachos!!!
Jake SmithDecember 15, 2012Great beer list that is ever changing and being updated. For food, only three words matter: Sweet. Potato. Fries.
Johanna DeFranciscoJanuary 5, 2013Absolutely LOVE Rick and his wife! Waitresses though, iffy and seem like they talk a lot of shit as I'm right next to the waitress stand... Never a good look!
Really fantastic local taps - ipa’s, dipa’s especially.
Amanda SaterNovember 22, 2012They have a huge beer list, and being a college pub it's quiet during the holidays.
Movie MayorOctober 16, 2010In 2010's "The Social Network," the fictional Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg) has a bad breakup at The Thirsty Scholar that sets off a whirlwind of events, culminating in the creation of Facebook Read more
Helen HuppuchOctober 30, 2011Get the Thirsty Scholar Mussels and ask for an extra basket of crostini
Tell rick to pour you a jack and diet. You will not be disappointed!
Garren KatzNovember 28, 2010NFL Sunday ticket. They have every game, cheap beers. No game volume though.
Packers fans gather here for Packers games. GO PACK GO!
Ben BeckerOctober 12, 2010Meh Guinness. Not horrific, but not great. Planning on switching for beer #2
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26 Beers On Tap. We serve Irish-American Comfort Food with daily food & drink specials. Brunch every sunday 11am till 2pm. Sunday NFL Ticket
Movie The Social Network Was Filmed at The Thirsty Scholar!
Sunday Night Trivia at 8 pm every Sunday.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Thu–Sun
- 11:00 AM–1:00 AM
(617) 497-2294
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar
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Josh Greenstein - 8.2
"The giant pretzel is delicious, and the Estrella Damn Lager is quite possibly the best lager I've ever had."
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