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The Haven
Categories: Nightlife Bars Pubs Restaurants Canadian (New) Restaurants Gastropubs Pubs, Canadian (New), Gastropubs
2 Perkins St(between Centre St & Huntington Ave)
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Neighbourhood: Jamaica Plain
(617) 524-2836
- Nearest Transit:
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Centre St @ Barbara St (41)
Centre St @ Paul Gore St (41)
Centre St @ Sheridan St (41)
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 12 pm - 3 pm
Mon-Sun 5 pm - 1 am
Sat-Sun 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Music:
- Background
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Dogs Allowed:
- No
173 reviews for The Haven
Review Highlights
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"The Scotch Egg and Salmon & Ramp Scramble were both..." In 30 reviews -
"Then came the pièce de résistance: deep-fried mars bar." In 14 reviews -
"He had the fish & chips and I had the beef and ale pie." In 11 reviews
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173 reviews in English
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Review from Matt L.
Newton, MA
5/14/2012
Belated check in....came here for mother's day brunch. Such a great vibe in the place. The food was ridconculous. The staff was friendly, genuine (NOT like the British Beer Company where nothing nor no one was British), and welcoming - and did I mention the chef is a genius??
Upon completion of my delectable feast, felt like taking down a castle with Braveheart and his clan. 5 stars - well done. -
Review from Brad H.
Brighton, MA
3/24/2012
One of my favorite restaurants in the Boston area. Every time people come to visit I take them out here and I always recommend it to my friends. It may not be what a lot of people expect but be adventurous and you'll probably surprise yourself.
My first time here with my fiance, we went right for the haggis. I had never had it before, the descriptions of what it was usually put me off. However, it is one of the tastiest items on the menu. It's tender, hearty, always warms you up and as my old folks would say it "sticks to your ribs." The neeps are pretty good too.
Best items: haggis, any of the sausages and the scotch egg for brunch.
The only con would be that the space is a bit small, so going late, it might get a bit tight for tables. -
Review from Meg R.
Cambridge, MA
3/10/2012
Ever since Murphy's in Brookline went south, I've been looking for another place to enjoy fish and chips. The Haven, tucked away on Perkins, may just be the antidote!
They have an extensive list of Scottish beers and some signature cocktails. I tried the Fernet Bru, which was Fernet Branca, bitters, and the "other" national drink, a bubblegum-orange soda called Irn Bru. It was definitely interesting! The woman next to us got several glasses of the mulled wine, so I'm guessing that it was pretty delicious.
We started with the bridies (puff pastry stuffed with squash and goat cheese), which were tasty, but not worth $8. My husband got the Sassitch & Mash which he ate every last crumb of and raved about the entire time (he is not generally effusive with his praise). I got the Fish Dinner--battered/fried fish, thick chips, and minted mushy peas. The fish was incredibly fresh and flaky, the batter crisp, and the serving generous. I am not a fan of thick-cut fries, but I used them to sop up as much of the homemade ketchup as possible.
I was too full for dessert but the mars bar, mince pie, sticky date pudding, and scotch coffee are all on my list of things to try. There's also a weekday tasting menu. I can't wait to go back and try everything else! Be sure to make a reservation because it's impossible to get in on a weekend without one. -
Review from Joe K.
Jamaica Plain, MA
5/23/2012
Brunch is amazing! If you're looking for something different from your typical brunch this is a must try! Scotch Eggs, porridge, scottish sausage and egg sandwich. Everything is fresh and made in house. We will be going back for sure!
Lunch/dinner menu looked excellent too. -
Review from Maureen D.
Boston, MA
5/13/2012
The Haven is a great, cozy neighborhood pub with Scottish-themed decor and food, but plenty of modern updates that make it worth returning. There are traditional options like the Haggis, but there are also ample vegetarian options, and interesting beers and cocktails. The place is small, so it does require some advanced planning or patience, even on a weeknight. Go on Monday for the super fun trivia, run by burly Brit.
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Review from Eliza W.
Jamaica Plain, MA
5/15/2012
I love the owner, he is always there serving and having a grand ole' time. It is so nice to be able to ask questions about what you are going to consume. The people and the decor make you feel so welcome. Dinners or drinks start with these tasty little oat cakes. And the food is so incredible. With the help of good friends, I am working my way through all of the apps and mains and have loved everything. You can come here alone and read or come here with a group. It is an amazing place.
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Review from jelly b.
Brookline, MA
5/6/2012
I'm new to Jamaica Plain, and the idea of a Scottish Pub intrigued me.
Stuck my head in this past week since I was in the area, and I LOOOOVE it!
The bartender, and I think the owner is a lovely Scottish guy, and was made to feel ever so welcome by him.
While I cannot claim to brave some haggis, my scotch egg was yummy, and my friend's burger was perfectly cooked and out of this world good.
Beer list has some interesting picks as well.
I'm eager to sample some of their other offerings, and I see that they do brunch (!), will be back soon!! -
Review from Chas K.
Updated - 4/18/2012
Jason and crew still get five stars. Went again on Good Friday with my wife and son (can't believe it took so long to get back there) hankering for delicious fish & chips, and I wasn't disappointed. The Mrs. and I had the fish supper. Junior had a special fish plate that included cured salmon and one of the best white fish salad's I've ever tasted served with a peppery cress salad. He finished the meal with the deep fried Mars bar. The house-made ketchup is so good I eat it with a fork. The beer choices are exotic and excellent. I love The Haven!
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/14/2011
This is a long overdue review. I went to The Haven for the first time the Friday after Thanksgiving… Read more »
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Review from R. M.
Cambridge, MA
5/5/2012
Yummy haggis, great scotch eggs, good rabbit pot pie. Friendly service. Definitely worth the trip. It's a pretty small space, so I'm guessing it gets crowded on the weekends. I'd suggest going during the week to savor the dinner.
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Review from Susan S.
Boston, MA
2/28/2012
My boyfriend and I went to The Haven last night for the first time. We live less than 1/2 mile away, and were so excited to discover such an amazing restaurant/pub so close to us!
My boyfriend ordered the lamb pie - I do not eat meat for the most part, but he convinced me to try it. It was amazing! The meat was perfectly cooked, and the crust was rich and buttery.
I had the wasabi salmon, which was fantastic. My only complaint is that it came with a huge side of mashed potatoes, which were really heavy, and no side of anything green. However, the fish itself was perfectly cooked and delicious.
I read another review stating that the service was less-than-stellar - I completely disagree. Our service was fantastic, and our waitress was very pleasant.
We went on a Thursday night, when they have live music - another great treat!
Everyone that lives in JP needs to try The Haven - it's awesome! -
Review from Jess M.
Boston, MA
4/17/2012
Great trivia that is always morphing into a better and more fun version of itself. Free deep fried mars bars for trivia endurance. Delicious beers. All in all AWESOME.
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Review from Ben H.
Boston, MA
Updated - 4/16/2012
Went back and had a really good breakfast. The "full scotch breakfast" I think. Black pudding is surprisingly good there. It is black, but there's really no reason it should be called pudding using either the American or English version of the word.
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2/26/2012
Pretty good food. The beer I had was not all that great. Definitely a nice atmosphere. They had a… Read more »
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Review from Becky D.
Allston-Brighton, MA
4/26/2012 Seated via OpenTable
Really love the Haven. It's the best combination of delicious food, quirky decor, and great atmosphere. Don't forget about the extensive list of beer and other wonderful cocktails.
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Review from Angela A.
Somerville, MA
1/28/2012
They've got a corner on the "adorable Scottish pub" market. And that's a good market to be cornering.
I'm not Scottish myself, but I do myself enjoy the accent, the kilts, Ewan McGregor, Scotty from Star Trek, and the most wonderful of Scottish - or perhaps world - holidays: Burns Night. Some friends and I hit up the Haven for Burns Night, and it was a ball. They organized a great little evening of merriment and cheer, mostly including tiny children dancing and reading out Burns poetry. Be still, my heart! Too cute!
Jason the Owner is indeed a major presence, and a happy one at that. He greets you, checks up on you, wears the kilt and everything. My group and I also admired the neat and tasty selection of craft Scottish beers: those tried included the Grozet (gooseberry and wheat), a spruce and pine one (delicious!!!), and the Kelpie (seaweed...). As it was Burns Night, our food was dominating by the mighty, infamous haggis. OK, haggis is admittedly hard to like in the best of circumstances, and these circumstances were pretty good. But we choked it down and had a laugh and toasted Rabbie Burns and generally had a good time. Looking forward to returning again! -
Review from Sandy B.
Boston, MA
4/4/2012
Do ya ever love a place so much that you can't even write a useful review of it? This is that place for me. I can't wait to take my Scottish relatives here and see what they think.
Listed in: JP-ish conveniences.
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Review from Christopher C.
Boston, MA
2/23/2012
As close to Scotland as JP can be! I feel as though I'm sitting in Edinburgh when i'm in the heart of JP.
Great beer selection! The Innis and Gunn Rum Cask, is by far my favorite.
Fav Food:
Fish and Chips! Simply amazing, generous portions. Chips are thick and fried to perfection. They make their own ketchup and tartar sauce. And the surprising addition of mushy peas puts it over the top!
Haven Burger. Only need to say one thing.... Bacon-Onion Marmalade!
Cons: The place is really small so when the bands are playing at the bar it gets a little jammed at the bar and dinning room. Try to avoid sitting hear the kitchen, high traffic and small tables. -
Review from Robert R.
Ithaca, NY
1/1/2012
Everything about this place rules. Their burger rules. The fact that the have chicken tikka masala, the UK's favorite adopted dish, and haggis on the same menu rules. Their beer selection rules. The service rules. The owner is genuine Scot, he's there every night, and he rules. The waitresses are all friendly and sexy, and it rules. The live music nights rule, and they mostly host young bands from the neighborhood, which rules.
It rules. -
Review from Bobby C.
Brookline, MA
Just came for a quick drink after work. Love the Belhaven Stout. Bartenders Andy and Libby are super friendly.
1 Previous Review:
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3/12/2012
Came for brunch. Fresh lemonade was good. The brunch is good but nothing special.
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Review from Evan G.
Boston, MA
12/12/2011
I hate to give a negative review of The Haven, because the food is good and the owner Jason truly is a nice guy, so I really, really want to like this place.
However, I've been there several times now, and each time, the service has been atrocious. As in, no one is assigned to wait on our table, someone dropped off the wrong food, our food showed up 40 minutes after we ordered, no one checked in on us, couldn't find anyone to get me another beer, took literally 20 minutes to get the check after we were clearly done and desperately trying to get ANYONE'S attention to be able to leave. And it wasn't just because they were slammed, because a similar situation happened fairly early on a Tuesday when they weren't particularly busy. Once, we got a free dessert, but then after delivering the (admittedly delicious) fried Mars bar, our waiter disappeared into the ether yet again, and we, again, couldn't get the check to save our lives.
The food is really good- the fish supper is my standby and I really do think it's pretty exceptional. The rotating seasonal vegetarian entree is also good and surprisingly interesting for a place that obviously specializes in things involving meat (thank you for that!). The portion size of the fish, however, has ranged from surprisingly tiny to the sort of small-but-adequate portions you usually see in fine dining restaurants. And the side of minty mushy peas is so unusual and delicious, it really would be nice to get a bit more of that on the plate to complement the salty fish & chips.
I could mostly forgive the service and portion sizes if this place were cheap or moderately priced. But it's not- it's actually pretty darn expensive, especially for what you get. So I will definitely hesitate before going back, because such a haphazard and stressful dining experience does not really inspire me to drop quite that much cash on a meal. -
Review from carlos S.
Amherst, MA
3/8/2012 Seated via OpenTable 1 Check-in Here
Wonderful food and service, and even better beer list. This place was fantastic. A great intro to Scottish food
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Review from Jennifer W.
Avondale Estates, GA
2/6/2012
I love this pub! It makes me want to get back to my Scottish roots! (The little that I have ;) Fantastic dinner! I ordered the burger and it was one the best I've had in Boston.
The only minus to my evening was that my girlfriend order the lamb. She wasn't a huge fan but she wants to try some other dishes. Hopefully her experience will be as good as mine next time.
The staff was really on the ball! We will go back! -
Review from Charlie R.
Boston, MA
2/22/2012
I have been here three or four times and I have never had a bad meal. The staff is as friendly and helpful as can be. Love it!
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Review from Mike M.
Saugus, MA
4/21/2012
My partner and I decided to try The Haven last Monday evening. My partner was eager to try The Haven as he is Scottish. When we walked in, we noticed it wasn't that busy at all, but we stood at door for a good 10 minutes. We almost walked out when the bartender acknowledged us. But made us wait another 5 minutes. We were again about to walk out when the waiter came by and seated us. The food was good, but the service was really slow. And as other have pointed out, no checking on us to see if we needed anything else.
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Review from Samuel H.
Boston, MA
3/2/2012 1 Check-in Here
I love this place. If I were to stumble in from the moors and needed to warm my breeks by the fire, this is the place I would want to stumble upon. The proprietor embodies Scottish whit and affability and these traits are eminent in every facet of this establishment. The beer selection is representative of the small island, but--and this is in no way a reflection on the Scotts--expansive. The fare isn't compatible with most new age diets, but it will stick to your bones. Wish I lived closer.
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Review from Damien S.
10/17/2011 4 Check-ins Here
Having (almost) breached a one-year window from hosting an Elite event at this place that I LOVE, and a series of subsequent meals/drinking sessions, it's officially time.
Jason and Chef Wax have something real. A manly, primal, meat- and fry-laden something that will last as long as they'd like it to. If these guys don't offer a welcome, whether with a warm plate or a warmer handshake, I'll eat my haggis.
The bar seats seven, the dining room another 25 or so and the chandelier reach out with antler hands. Hantlers. cHantlerier. My head hurts. Belhaven on tap, or Kelpie in hand, the Scottish brews come out swinging. Keep your hands up, lest you leave with a cavity and/or a mighty fine buzz.
Let me order for you: a Scotch egg (one of the area's first, and arguably the best!), a beef and ale pie and the fried Mars bar just to pop that gluttonous stomach of yours. The egg is remarkable, even more so if you're a salt-craving ungulate, while the savory beef and ale pie passes the lips like meaty ambrosia and sits like a fireplace - warm and tiring. I loved every bite. The Mars bar just because you have to; I mean, it's right there. This is mind, don't dare skip the pre-meal oatcake. It's the heartiest insulation you'll ever think you're eating.
The crew has fun, the guests are never bitter and soccer is always running cross the wee TV. If The Haven were any more homey, it'd be a Wayans clown. With the prime spot on Perkins St being so central to Hyde Square Circle, I bet they could charge their regulars rent. And I know those folks would pay it. -
Review from Andrew R.
9/28/2011
Holy cowballs, batman. That is one good burger! Went here with groupon in hand for lunch (didn't realize it was only for brunch and lunch until the day before it expired - whoops!).
I was disappointed at first because there's hardly anything that seems Scottish on the menu for lunch. No haggis? Really!? I came here for the haggis! and they were out of the homemade sausage. So I was left with little choice but to order the amazing-sounding Haven Burger.
"Grilled 8oz beef chuck, Huntsman cheese, Haven bacon onion marmalade, house pickle sauce, lettuce on a brioche bun" Yeah, yummy. I don't know if you can taste any of these elements individually, but dear Lord, you don't need to. They work together like The Bay City Rollers. And it's juicier than them too. In fact, it's so juicy I almost wanted to make a meat smoothie out of that thing. Yeah, that sounds HOT, right?
Oh, and lest I forget the baconated baked beans. It's even better than it sounds. I must say, that did taste Scottish, though I couldn't say why.
And the Scottish lad who helped us (possibly northern English and not actually Scottish) was top notch.
Alas, I must knock off one star, both for the $14 price of the burger and the lack of haggis! I love haggis, and it just broke my wee heart a bit to not find it. I just suppose I'll have to stumble in one (hopefully) glorious night to test it out. Maybe they'll give a discount to a lad with a Celtic complexion. -
Review from Simon L.
10/1/2011
Pouring cats and dogs and deep red scotch ales. Incredibly polite bar keep even served us food - the scotch egg arrives on a bed of greens with a hearty mustard full of grain and thick with heat. The burger comes perfect med rare - at 1230am, very impressed. Brioche bun, onion bacon marmalade, sharp cheese.
The chips are thick and hearty. Thick beers go great with pouring rain. Such a win. So far away but I can't wait to return. -
Review from Rosa S.
Boston, MA
12/13/2011
I went in for the first time this weekend. I had brunch and ordered the first thing listed on the menu. It had eggs, beans, two kinds of sausage, and grilled pineapple. The eggs were perfect but I didnt like the rest. To be fair, I am not familiar with Scottish fare so somebody else might find it amazing. The service was good. My friends had the fish cakes which were very tasty.
I then returned the next day and ordered their burger. Their burger was flat out amazing. The cheese blend (chedadar/blue cheese) had me at hello. The fries were tasty. My only complaint was their cook gave me a medium burger when I had asked for a well burger. This is my biggest pet peeve. I ordered takeout and was stuck with a pink burger. if I had been there I would have sent it back. I will reorder again but I will not do takeout. -
Review from Josh N.
Boston, MA
10/15/2011 Seated via OpenTable 9 Check-ins Here
The burger is OUT of this world good. The oatcakes they serve at the beginning are also delicious. My friends tell me that the alcohol selection is very good, with a number of recommendations for the haven heather ale. The haggis is actually pretty good as well.
Monday's are trivia nights, and every team gets a free deep fried mars bar. The trivia is the right difficulty and the questions are fun. Come in with a kilt on fridays for a free deep fried mars bar as well! -
Review from Chris M.
Jamaica Plain, MA
11/8/2011
So this is the one (1) venue that my choice to try out a vegan has me really bummed about. I moved to an apartment about five minutes away from the Haven in september, shortly after spending almost a month in Scotland and eating all the scotch egg, haggis, and steak a man can ask for. Upon discovering that this place had recently opened SO CLOSE to me, I was ecstatic. Jason greets you in a kilt and a smile and I fell in love. My pre-vegan experience with the burgers and haggis was very memorable.
Of course now I can't eat any of the food, which I've become accustomed to at most good restaurants. I still go there, though. Why? Because it's a DAMN cool place to be, and because they serve some DAMN good beer. Such few bars have Innis & Gunn among other great Scottish beers, and this place has it all. -
Review from Jennie P.
Jamaica Plain, MA
1/13/2012
Thank god for another non-yuppie flavored addition to JP and Hyde Square, which is much in need of pub soul after the demise of the Milky Way Bar and Lanes. I've never been to Scotland, but The Haven feels quite Scottish to me, its owner is Scottish and they have a fantastic selection of Scottish beer, whisky, and delicious Scottish food. Tiny bit pricey on the victuals but they are well worth it. Don't miss the complimentary oat bread served to dinner patrons. Live music, events and films weekly though you can also go just for a beer as there is the bar room as well as a dining room. A great neighborhood partner to the long standing Hyde Square anchor The Behan across the street, which has a different vibe but is similarly neighborhood feeling.
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Review from Marcus D.
10/18/2011
Very cool place and they serve haggis - probably the only place in the Boston area outside of someone's Scottish grandmothers kitchen that serves this awesome, grossly misrepresented dish.
I am going to plagiarize from a previous yelp review of mine, as well as from William Makepeace Thackeray, with a twist of my own:
"Presently, we were aware of an odour gradually coming towards us, something musky, fiery, savoury, mysterious, -- a hot drowsy smell, that lulls the senses, and yet enflames them, -- the haggis (truffles) was coming."
I've had haggis twice "out" and the Haven serves it the best - in a casing, plentiful, with neepers and tatters. Some HP sauce on the side and you are all set. The price is a little steep - 17 bucks for an entree - but again, where else can you get this?
My buddy got the burger and said it was tremendous.
We sat at the bar and drank some Bengali Tiger - brewed in Brooklyn and the price was right - and then some Skull Splitter from the Orkney Islands - it was like drinking whisky, guarenteed to get you F'd up on a major scale.
Definitely worth a return visit - perhaps for a Burns dinner in January? -
Review from Sarah C.
Boston, MA
8/5/2011
I really dig this place. It's super casual and the food is SO good. For dinner I've tried the curried chicken sandwich and the burger which were both amazing! I also stopped by for brunch and had the Scotch Egg along with the Salmon and Ramp Scramble which were both SOOO delicious. The scramble was packed full of flavor and just so unexpectedly wonderful!
The prices are right on point and they do a fairly good job of getting you seated quickly. They also have a small bar area with a wonderful listing of brews. Definitely worth venturing to JP for.
From their website it looks like they have live music pretty frequently. Definitely another great reason to head back! -
Review from Meeg W.
Boston, MA
11/16/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Eat Haggis? Yeah, riiiight... Until I went there with the in-laws and my father-in-law ordered it. I can't tell you how glad I am. Deliciously spiced meat, had no idea it would be so good, and this from a guy who until then said "no way!"
What else is great? Everything. The owner, Jason, who is always there, is just about the nicest guy on the planet. Offers up incredible advice on food and Scottish beer pairings and knows how to make your entire party comfortable and welcomed.
My advice:
1. Let him pick your beer for you, you'll always be pleasantly surprised.
2. Try the Scotch egg. I know, at $8 it's a bit pricey, but try it at least once.
3. If you're not looking for delicious Scottish comfort food, go here for the burger, one of the best in Boston*.
*Note about the burger: I consider myself a fairly well informed Boston-area burger connoisseur, and trust me, this is one of Boston's best burgers.
Extra note: I just read K. Brooke Z's 5 star review and noticed that they give free fried Mars bars for participating in trivia night. Guess who'll be there next week?!? -
Review from Graham C.
Boston, MA
1/12/2012
I've only been to the Haven once, but the food was outstanding, the beer was good and the service was great. Friendly, funny waitstaff. We walked in without a reservation on a busy night and they pulled several tables together and found a way to seat us.
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Review from K. Brooke Z.
Boston, MA
10/27/2011 4 Check-ins Here
Now, read this as if you are hearing Oprah Introduce it: "IIIIIIIInnnnnnnnnCCCccreeeeeeddddiiiibbbbbllllee"
Love the burger there. It is so flavorful and even just smells like you would want to swim in it. The fries are like potato wedges and you can get them with the vinegar on top. Do it.
My S.O. loves that they have a kilt night (Fridays I believe) and we've been to the trivia night as well. Participation in either will get you a free (delicious) Fried Mars Bar.
Great place, friendly staff, awesome dedicated owner.
Try the Haven Heather Ale! I'm a big fan. -
Review from Katherine D.
Seattle, WA
6/25/2011
Last night my friend and I trekked out to JP for the Sam Adams Summer Open House... only to realize that I idiotically got the dates wrong and it had happened the night before. To salvage our trip we decided we would make the most of our time in the Stony Brook neighborhood and proceeded to walk over to The Haven.
We walked in to a dark yet decidedly friendly feeling space. The antler lighting is incredible, and theres definitely a cool vibe. We snagged the last 2 seats at the bar and said hello to our friendly barkeep.
The selection of beers is wonderful. I consider myself to be an amateur afficionado and I was confronted with many bottles I'd never heard of. I chose an insanely delicious and crisp Grozet gooseberry wheat and my girl got the Skull Splitter based on name alone. It was very fruity, yet heavy, an odd brew. We were impressed with our selections and the reasonable pricing. They don't have a full liquor license although I was pleased to see many bottles of Fernet in the back of the bar.
We had both kind of already eaten, but can't turn up a chance to try some new things so we ordered the goat cheese and potato dumplings to share. These fluffly bites are what I dream gnocchi will taste of without the inevitable disappointment of a heavy rich gnocchi. They were light and flavorful and the accompanying pesto was incredible. I should mention here that we were presented with two full size portions as a "Welcome to The Haven". Incredible service and perks from an already friendly and welcoming staff.
I was completely won over by this place, and even though its a ways out for me by MBTA, I plan on returning. -
Review from John H.
Dedham, MA
7/19/2011
The Haven for hipsters that is. Seriously everyone who was here when I was, was a hipster. Not that I dont like hipsters....
Anyway I went here for sunday morning brunch. Got a Scotch egg as an appetizer and the breakfast sandwich. The Scotch egg was delicious but it came with arugula which I dont think any chef can make taste good. The dipping mustard for the Scotch egg was spicy but I liked it. The Breakfast sandwich came with homemade baked beans which I thought were good. The Breakfast sandwich was very big and very heavy. I ate at noon and I was still not hungry at six. It is stuffed with an egg, a sausage, some kind of patatoe thing with a sause. I thought the sandwich as a whole was too greasy, but I finished it... ALL OF IT!!! -
Review from Meg M.
Boston, MA
9/28/2011
Brilliant beer selection from Scotland. First time I went, I didn't pick any one of the multiple beers I tried. I asked the owner, Jason, to choose for me. He asked what I liked and I was thoroughly happy with what I got! Note: try the Seaweed beer, don't be scared.
Very important - the burger here is phenom. Bacon onion marmalade. Perfect brioche bum. Big juicy, hand patted burger. Really doesn't get better.
Also -- everything *everything!* here is made from scratch. Only exception is the bread, which comes from a local bakery. The homemade butter is worth coming by itself...
I haven't tried the friend Mars bar yet for dessert, but I'll report back!!! -
Review from Juliana C.
Jamaica Plain, MA
If you have dinner plans for 7:30 and you don't end up leaving the restaurant until past midnight, chances are you had a good time -- I certainly did at the Haven.
Will the Bartender totally confirmed my theory that sitting by the taps is the way to go. We got instant drink gratification, food suggestions and bar banter that we might have missed if we'd been seated at a table. Plus the chance to try some oatcakes (super hearty) and delightfully tart currant mead.
The entrees were solid; I got a giant sausage plate (teehee) that was well-balanced and juicy. The chicken tikka masala looked like serious business. Then came the pièce de résistance: deep-fried mars bar! Just as eye-closingly good as I remembered from the Elite event, and I will never leave the Haven without ordering one.
For antler chandeliers, a bathroom covered in clan tartans, beer that allegedly tastes like pine trees, cozy conversation by a roaring (fake) fireplace and the chance to attain mouth bliss, please proceed to your nearest Scottish bar/restaurant. Oh wait, there's only one in Boston. See you there ;).Listed in: Seeing Stars!, JP's the place to be
