Beer Bar Review: The Kirkland Tap and Trotter, Somerville

The Kirkland Tap and Trotter is the brand new restaurant from Tony Maws (Craigie on Main) that recently opened in the Union Square neighborhood in Somerville. The theme of the restaurant is a rotating menu of fresh dishes, focusing on local, fresh and seasonal ingredients, with many making use of their hardwood grill. The price […]

Beer Bar Review: Five Horses Tavern, South End

When I first moved to Boston about ten years ago (and it makes me feel really old writing that), there were few bars that prided themselves on extensive beer selections. You would usually find a selection of macro-brewed light lagers, typical imports, and a few selections from Sam Adams and Harpoon. The explosion of New England microbreweries and interest in craft […]