This hidden bar is best found by looking for the disoriented would-be patrons wandering the parking lot between neighbors Bronwyn and the Independent. Once you find yourself inside, you’ll be treated to outstanding service and meticulously crafted cocktails while seated at low-key wooden block tables. Show up early or make reservations—staff will make people wait rather than letting them crowd the space.

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- Address
- 7 Sanborn Ct
- Somerville
- 02143
- Cross street:
- Union Sq
- Transport:
- Red line to Harvard Square, then bus 86
- Opening hours:
- Mon-Thu 5:30pm-midnight; Fri-Sun 5:30pm-1am
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