50 Best Pubs near Waltham

“I recommend anything but the calzones. I’ve ordered food a bunch of times from Franco’s, a few times in person and 3 times via Grubhub. All 3 times I ordered through Grubhub I chose a calzone. The first time the calzone was cooked fantastically, but the last 2 times it was raw dough in the middle where the folds are. The last time I ordered a calzone which happened to be raw in the middle I just threw it away because I didn’t have time to make a complaint. I ordered another calzone tonight hoping it was just a fluke (New cook? Just super busy and overlooked? Whatever, we all make mistakes NBD) since everything else in my order was perfect. When it arrived I checked the calzone and it was raw again. I made the decision to call the restaurant to let them know and to see if I could send it back for something different. The man on the phone told me I was wrong and that he cooked it himself and it wasn’t raw because “he checked”. I told him it most certainly was raw and that I was hoping for an exchange. He said he couldn’t do anything for me and I’d have to call Grubhub about that. He said I’d have to go in person to exchange it. I said “okay fine I guess I’ll call Grubhub” and then he said something I couldn’t understand and hung up on me. I’m really disappointed. I frequent Franco’s for karaoke and spend money at the bar and restaurant often enough to expect a fair exchange and some decent customer service when I need it. I asked for his help and he offered me nothing. Order anything else but the calzones unless you like your dough to be raw, I guess? I HIGHLY recommend the jalapeño poppers though. They’re always perfect and a surprisingly good size.“

“Nice place and amazing. 😀“

“Excellent vibe, great food selection and cold Guinness 👍🏼👍🏼“

“The Dooliner has a wonderful neighborhood atmosphere, great food and friendly service. Highly recommended!“

“Small beer selection, wine and a bar. But they were great, super friendly, and the food was good.“

“We had the Biria chicken tacos, ordered a 2nd round cuz they were so good! I had a strawberry margarita - was delicious. Vibe was great around 1100 after a concert at the House of Blues. Will def be back !“

“Taylor was beyond professional tonight. what was a very calm, civil election night turned into chaos for a second because of one patron. Taylor was beyond patient and very professional when this man was being very disruptive and she gave him a fair warning as he had been kicked out before. After he escalated by causing more trouble, Taylor calmly told him to leave and he grabbed another patrons purse and threw it at her, thankfully missing, but having things fly from what he hit. Thankfully he did leave and I cannot express how professional Taylor was with this whole situation. I hope he has a perma ban because nobody-especially an employee-should have to deal with this. I will return because of her professionalism and warmth as a barkeep.“

“everything was wonderful!“

“Best wings and ribs I have ever tasted!!“

“Love the Town Tavern! The atmosphere is relaxing & comfortable! The staff is knowledgeable & attentive! The food is DELICIOUS! (And the portions are large). Highly recommend this restaurant!!!“

“Great atmosphere,great food,reasonable“

“Such a nice and cozy bar! Great warm lighting, good drinks on tap and solid prices. I've come here for bar trivia on Tuesdays a couple of times and always have a blast!This bar makes me feel like I'm in the intro for How I Met Your Mother and that's everything to me.“

“Great atmosphere. Fun place to have drink and meet nice people.“

“Roger's Pub is on the Babson College campus so it's a small out of the way place that I think you will like. The food is a step above your everyday pub food. The staff is great and it's a really great place to hold a catered event. Check it out. You will be surprised.“

“Love the vibe! Great place to just get a drink, or eat to your heart's content. I have been holding Twisted Networking- Somerville, MA for a while in the side room- awesome! #askjo“

“I enjoy going to Costellos with my Fiancée“

“Thank you for the lovely evening! A vibrant place in Bergamo Well done“

“I liked the burger. Truffle Gorgonzola fries were ok— I liked the fries, but didn’t really like the sauce. Stomach felt a little funny after, but not sure if that was the burger or fries.

Food came quick. Space was clean and small but not crowded.

Parking lot out back had multiple spaces available and was $1.35/hr. There’s some 2 hr free spots a few blocks down but you have to parallel park. Some 1 hr free spots closer to the restaurant but those were almost all taken Saturday lunch hour.“

“Get those awesome skins back…..“

“Randomly chosen as I was working an overnight in Cambridge and was more than pleased!

Sat at the bar and had the charred Caesar, the cheese pimento bites and both were DELICIOUS!

Rachel was amazing and even served this old single non-drinker a hot yummy coffee on the house.

How lucky was I?“

“Cooks made the most amazing, delicious mango coconut cod special ever with perfectly pickled cabbage! Great balance of flavors. Thanks. Great service, fun atmosphere as always. Also love fresh Maine Lunch on tap.

Parking: Park out back in lot by the train. Easy restaurant access.“

“Great drinks! Relaxing atmosphere!“

“Consistent, quality pub food with reasonable prices! We only go for Tuesday trivia and it's a great time. Great host and atmosphere. A broad mix of ages but primarily college through 30's. They don't take reservations so you need to get there early to get a table.“

“First visit, so we got two of their specialty flights, each containing four small pours of their local beer, chosen especially for summer time. One flight was IPA focused, and had a range of moderate hoppiness, along with one juicy, in-your-face over hopped wonders. The other flight featured a delicious raspberry sour beer, plus an addictive "brewtini" beer cocktail. Service was so friendly and welcoming, and I liked their outdoor beer garden. We brought lunch from a neighborhood restaurant.“

“great place to pack all my fans love the staff looking to perform here sometime in the near future“

“Great atmosphere and great folks working there!“

“Great food and great service“

“Good food great atmosphere always a lively atmosphere!!“

“This place is awesome.. the food always fresh and the drinks on point.. I just read a comment about Hogan being racist lmfao this guy is way too far from racist.. he has always treat me with respect and this is really what keeps me coming to this place Morgana don't stay behind they both make a great team behind the bar... I recommend this place for a goodnight of drinks,food and some pool...“

“Voted best Dive Bar. Locals were very friendly! We had a great time.“

“Great food cool cocktails“

“Beautiful experience for dinner this evening. Host was friend & welcoming upon our arrival. Lovely beer selection which suited everyone’s tastes in our group of 8. Highly recommend the whipped ricotta and honey flatbread to start. Our table had everything from a Cuban sandwich, fish tacos, shrimp po’boy, roast beef sandwich to ahi tuna and everyone enjoyed their meals. Our server was friendly and professional.“

“was in a last week Food was great and Denice waited on us. She was so attentive and so friendly. Such a great server! I will definitely be back and hope we get her again.“

“Dave Dj'd our wedding on 9th August 2024 he was brilliant and kept our guests up on their feet. Thankyou for your part in our special day 👍“

“Had breakfast here. The building architecture blew my mind. Thick old fashioned adornments round the interior doors were astonishing. Booths seemed to have come from a prohibition era bar. Chandeliers with soft lighting complimented the atmosphere. Can only imagine the feels come night time. Food was good, walked up to the window & told them so before leaving. If you're into Bloody Mary's, their house mix was nothing to write home about. Plenty of parking available & if you feel unsafe to drive, rent a room at the lovely Seacoast Inn across the street.

Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs you guys!!!“

“Fun place with a lot of great beer choices“

“Stayed at the Publik House on a Saturday evening in June 2025, on our way to the Cape for vacation. We were impressed with the historic setting, immediate nostalgia we felt while walking the grounds, the staff were exceptional, kind and pleasant... and the food ... well hands down it was the best meal we have had in a long time! Tender 1/2 chicken roasted slow, savory meatloaf, with the best lemon chiffon cake for dessert! And don't forget their sweet rolls with Pecans on top! Wonderful, wonderful stay, all around!“

“Great service food was super and nice atmosphere“

“Been coming here for a decade. Hands down the best small venue in Boston.“

“Good food, atmospheric; good selection of seasonal beers/ales. Can get very busy during peak dining hours.“

“We went to the 99 post graduation of my daughter today. Angela was our waitress and she was absolutely wonderful! So much care was taken! Very grateful to her for a wonderful experience!“

“Good service! Great food!“

“I can’t explain the experience that my husband and I had here this past Saturday. I have to eat gluten free and my husband found Tavern in the Square had a large selection of gluten free items for me to choose from. Brandon was our waiter. He was very knowledgeable about my allergy. Through a little bit of small talk with Brandon, we shared with him a situation that we were going through. Tavern in the Square in Burlington and Brandon went so far above and beyond for my husband and myself when they didn’t have to. I have not stopped telling people the story of the most thoughtful and kind people we have ever had the pleasure to cross paths with. Besides the amount of kindness shown, it was actually the best gluten free experience that we have ever had. The food was 10/10 💞We will never forget 💞“

“The peopl here are just lovely. Great homestyle food fresh g]fast and reasonable.“

“Loved their nachos. Great cocktails too. Very pleasant staff. The only negative was the air wasn’t working in the room we were in. They did have giant fans to help the air move though. I’d def. go again.“

“Charlotte & Robin do a great job! 👏“

“Never a bad time at this 99. We prefer it to the West Woburn 99, although that is a great selection as well. No frills: always a delicious meal and perfect drinks, especially from everyone's favorite bartender, Peter. He is the best! Always remembers our favorite drinks and food choices. Overall, the East Side 9s is always a terrific time!“

“Easily my favorite bar ever!! The food is always phenomenal, the drinks are delicious & the staff are incredibly friendly, kind and accommodating. My friends & I are here pretty much weekly because we love it so much!“

“Fun place!!! Friendly bartender!!“