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Saloon
Whisky Bar$$$$
Davis Square, Somerville
"Devils on horseback is a must -try!"(3 Tips)
"The speakeasy feel and classy drinks make for a great atmosphere."(8 Tips)
"If you like absinthe, get the corpse reviver no. 2. Delicious!"(3 Tips)
"Bartenders with suspenders & ties."(3 Tips)
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Aaron BellOctober 27, 2015The speakeasy feel and classy drinks make for a great atmosphere. The bar food is tasty and you can actually carry on a conversation. The fact that cell phone don't work inside adds to the experience.
I don't usually opt for whiskey, but Saloon is a place where I do because the drinks are so tasty. Bartenders will also make something off menu if asked! Be warned: almost always crowded.
Literally any cocktail is amazing. My most recent try was the Corpse Reviver, and while the cheese plate is solid if you wanna spoil yourself definitely try their Poutine!
Kelsey SnyderJanuary 26, 2013Collin is my favourite bartender. He liked my smile and he was just 100% friendly and professional. Ask for him- and tell him a Girl with a nice smile off to London recommended him.
Sidd TasticMarch 30, 2013The Oaxcan Old Fashioned is wicked awesome. But don't get it as the first drink unless that's the only drink you intend to savor.
Carrie BevisJanuary 19, 2015Inconspicuously situated between Found and the Burren, this speakeasy styled bar serves up fantastic spirits and vintage cocktails!
Good place for a date if you both like fancy cocktails, but go before weekend evening prime time to ensure seats & to avoid shouting.
Rachel PowersDecember 9, 2015A big fan of the speakeasy vibes. Haven't had much in the way of food, but you're always sure to get a great cocktail.
Jake SmithDecember 21, 2011Try the "Ward 44," a delicious blend of grenadine and pork belly whiskey. The mixture of savory pork and sweet cherry flavors is equivalent to a party in your mouth.
Mike CallahanAugust 18, 2014Saloon is know for it's whiskey selection, but I was also pleasantly surprised by a good beer selection and great atmosphere.
Stephen BarnesMay 18, 2015The entry is nondescript and hidden, so look hard when coming here. Try a cocktail from the drink list, you won't be disappointed.
Ramona is queen of Bourbon and will hook you up with a flight, often including off-menu selections. My nominee for best bartender in Boston.
Lily KAugust 7, 2014Come for the craft cocktails, stay for the atmosphere. Or is it the other way around?
Vambah SillahDecember 6, 2014Great selection of whiskeys tat you can't find elsewhere (ever heard of Slieve Foy single malt? I hadn't either!).
Rebecca AponteAugust 17, 2015Very knowledgable staff with a laid back cool environment. For something like and refreshing try The Green Thumb.
Rachel O'h-Uiginn EstapaApril 14, 2013Great for night-caps & trying new cocktails, but skip the food -- not as yummy as you'd want it to be
Jacob MulliganFebruary 7, 2015Walk slowly, it's easy to miss the entrance. Cool vibe, massive whiskey menu.
Shannon VosslerApril 16, 2012The KY Bourbon Barrel Ale is amazing and they have Jameson AND Caol Isla! Staff also is super-knowledgeable on all their whiskeys.
- Kavita ArumugamFebruary 8, 2013Devils on horseback is a must -try! The whisky selection is great! Awesome staff !
p baruaFebruary 24, 2019Staff is ridiculous. Went here on a busy Friday night, 15 min to order...bartender forgets about our order...10 mins later we ask about our drinks and guy doesn’t even apologize! Don’t waste ur time
April MembrenoApril 26, 2012Good place for good strong drink. Try the preakness! The bartenders are awesome too! tip then well!
KarinJanuary 9, 2012This place is for the whiskey lover - peruse the extensive list of bourbon, scotch and rye and order a manhattan.
The Ploughman's Platter is a great choice to pair when you just want a few little bites between a friend while imbibing.
Boston.comFebruary 25, 2013Bringing a splash of 1920s glamour to pub-filled Davis Square, Saloon’s bartenders wear suspenders and ties, while waitresses sport jazzy cocktail dresses.
Dan FogartyMarch 12, 2015Good booze. The bartenders are fancier than the crowd. Three tophats out of five 🎩🎩🎩.
Connor FergusonApril 1, 2012Lots of excellent cocktails— try anything and you'll be pleased. Desserts are good and not too large, too.
- Sunil DoshiFebruary 14, 2012What a great place. Blues playing. Bartenders with suspenders & ties. Extensive bourbon list. Wonderful.
Cecilia GutierrezFebruary 18, 2015Get the Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale for a delicious beer that packs a punch.
Eric AndersenDecember 13, 2013Underground, so your signal may be weak. But there's free WiFi! Password is "Foundry255"
Martin ClintonMay 21, 2012The fish and chips is fried perfection - big pieces of haddock and served in a paper bag.
AndreaJuly 2, 2012Great great cocktails, the waitress was very knowledge about the drinks and the vibe was amaizing
Pietro Di LegnoJanuary 24, 2014One of our favorite bar/restaurants, set up like a 1920s speakeasy /Rachel
Meg FrazierJune 7, 2012Go for the punch. It may look like a small drink for two, but man, it packs a punch
The bartenders are hot and cold, some are awesome and some will ignore you
Kevin SkobacMarch 1, 2015Good selection of whiskeys here but disappointed they didn't make a good Manhattan.
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Nice wood walls, 105+ kinds of whiskey, 1920s music, horseshoe bar.
Closed until 5:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
(617) 628-4444
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
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Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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