The Phoenix Landing

The Phoenix Landing is the oft forgotten joint exactly one pizza spot away from the Middle East in Cambridge, however that is not to say that The Phoenix comes in second by any means. It is an Irish Pub that seeks to fit every one of those niches. First and foremost, you can get one of the best Irish Breakfasts in Boston here as well as solid Shepherd's Pie and Fish and Chips. Add on to that the coverage of damn near every soccer match you could want (I once watched an A-League game here during the middle of the afternoon with no complaints from patrons or bar staff) and a fairly solid whiskey selection and you have all your Irish Pub staples. However as common as Gaelic on a pub mirror and Guinness on tap is a dance floor amongst Boston's Irish pubs. What the Landing lacks in dance space (it'll get crowded in there with less than 100 people) it makes up for in premium low-cost musical acts. Some of the best DJ's in their niche genres come through here including the longest running Drum and Bass night in all of New England each and every Thursday for over a decade. The best (or worst) part? it's 19 plus so the underage crowd cutting their teeth on bar etiquette has some place semi-respectable to throw down and the security staff is just the right blend of friendly and mean spirited to keep those kids in check. Plus I've never seen the cover charge break 10$. Long story short Phoenix Landing is a small little joint full of personality. I wouldn't come here expecting bottle service or a proper hosting of a bachelorette party, but for good food reasonable priced cocktails and great DJ's without judgmental crowds full of bro-tank clad frat boys, I'd rank it high on my list.

Came here for halloween. Very good vibe and good music. Bartenders were super nice and had very quick service despite it being very packed! Good selection of drinks! If you want to dance, this is the place to be. On normal nights the cover charge is only $5 which is super manageable!