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Grafton Street Pub & Grill, Cambridge, MA

Grafton Street Pub & Grill

4.7
4.7
1281 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
20:30
Booked 15 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for outdoor dining
*New Address: 59 JFK Street, Cambridge MA*
Originally opened in October of 1996, Grafton Street Pub & Grill has been a beloved institution of Harvard Square for over 25 years. Located at 59 JFK Street – the Gateway of Harvard Square – this neighborhood hot spot is named after the spirited cobblestone-lined shopping district near Dublin’s famed Temple Bar area. Grafton Street deftly combines a traditional Irish pub’s warmth and coziness with a contemporary and comfortable full-service restaurant. Formerly located at 1230 Massachusetts Avenue, Grafton Street relocated in March of 2022. The new location is on lower JFK Street just steps away from the Red Line MBTA stop and the Charles River. Grafton Street offers free parking for all guests that enter the Harvard Square parking garage after 5pm Monday thru Thursday, and all day Sunday.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:45 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 714-5954
  • Website
    https://graftonstreetcambridge.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Thomas Borgia
  • Private party facilities
    From intimate dinner parties to festive cocktail receptions, the events team at Grafton Street Pub & Grill awaits your next private function. In the heart of Harvard Square is the perfect for any special occasion. Please email events@graftonstreetcambridge.com or visit our website for more information https://graftonstreetcambridge.com
  • Location
    59 JFK St., Cambridge, MA 02138
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Cross Street
    Eliot Street
  • Parking details
    FREE Parking validation all day Sunday and after 5pm Monday thru Wednesday directly above the restaurant in the Harvard Square Parking Garage (20 Eliot Street) with the purchase of 2 brunch or dinner entrees.
  • Public transit
    We are located just two short blocks from the Harvard Square T Station on the Redline.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Offers

  • $1 Oysters: Monday - Friday (5pm - 7pm)

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 17:00 - 22:45
    Monday through Friday from 5pm to 7pm, we will be shucking fresh local oysters for only $1!

    $1 Oysters: Monday - Friday (5pm - 7pm) photo

  • Free Parking: Sunday - Thursday

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 17:00 - 22:45
    Grafton Street offers guests free parking Monday through Thursday after 5pm and all day on Sundays at the Harvard Square Parking Garage. Garage entrance at the intersection of John F. Kennedy St. and Eliot St.

Menu

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What 1,281 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grafton Street Pub & Grill offers "fantastic oysters" and "outstanding food" that keep patrons returning. The vibrant atmosphere and "great vibe" make it a staple for gatherings. Located near Harvard Square, it boasts excellent service and a cozy, inviting setting. Don't miss the $1 oyster hour!

1,281 Reviews

  1. James

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service is always top notch and the variety on the menu is creative and provides something for all. Whether one chooses to grab a quick drink before an event, or have a night out for dinner, you can’t go wrong.

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  2. Brooke

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    GREAT!! Great service. Great food. Cool atmosphere!! Food recs: moules frites, burger, spinach dip, salmon

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  3. Jonathan

    Phoenix

    38 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is quite good but our server mysteriously disappeared half way through service at 7pm. Another server took over after we had been ignored for 20 minutes without a word about what happened.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a busy Harvard Square place with fun atmosphere. The food was surprisingly really good. Staff are busy so you need to call them Over. Oysters were great and all our dishes were too. We will definitely be going back.

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  5. Robert

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Grafton St Pub! Good food and convenient location

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  6. Laura

    New York City

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We were seated immediately and waited a good 20 minutes for a drink order. We gave out complete order food included. Everything was at a snails pace. The stout pie resembles the trader Joe pie. The spinach dip was amazing. Dinner was acceptable. Very long wait to get table cleared and get check. Overall it’s was nice restaurant but not attentive at all

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  7. Alex

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food in an outstanding atmosphere! You would never think such a cool spot is down those stairs under the garage

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  8. Vicki

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service in addition to the $1 oyster deal. Amazing! Can't wait to return.

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  9. Ellen

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe — Nick was a great server! The fish and chips are delish!

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  10. Glauber

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently dined at Grafton Street Pub and was thoroughly impressed. The atmosphere was inviting and intriguing, setting the stage for a memorable evening. Our waitress was a standout—wonderful and charismatic, she made us feel right at home and added to the overall experience. The $1 oysters were simply scrumptious, fresh and brimming with flavor. As for the fish and chips, they were exceptional; the batter was perfectly crispy, and the accompanying slaw was a delightful surprise. I detected a hint of cinnamon or perhaps vanilla extract, which elevated the dish to another level. Overall, I highly recommend Grafton Street Pub for anyone looking for great food and a warm, engaging atmosphere.

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FAQs

Grafton Street Pub & Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 714-5954.

Grafton Street Pub & Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 1281 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
20:30
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Grafton Street Pub & Grill

59 JFK St., Cambridge, MA 02138

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Eliot Street
  • Area
    Cambridge
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:45 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    FREE Parking validation all day Sunday and after 5pm Monday thru Wednesday directly above the restaurant in the Harvard Square Parking Garage (20 Eliot Street) with the purchase of 2 brunch or dinner entrees.
  • Public transit
    We are located just two short blocks from the Harvard Square T Station on the Redline.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Thomas Borgia
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Website
    https://graftonstreetcambridge.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 714-5954
  • Private party facilities
    From intimate dinner parties to festive cocktail receptions, the events team at Grafton Street Pub & Grill awaits your next private function. In the heart of Harvard Square is the perfect for any special occasion. Please email events@graftonstreetcambridge.com or visit our website for more information https://graftonstreetcambridge.com
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