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Five Horses Tavern - Davis Square, Somerville, MA

Five Horses Tavern - Davis Square

4.7
4.7
988 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
Five Horses Tavern is conveniently located in Davis Square, walking distance of the Red Line, Somerville Theater, Tufts University, Davis Square Theater and Porter Square.

Our mission is to serve modern American comfort food, incorporating locally sourced ingredients, with many vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options. Our friendly staff will make a memorable experience whether you join us for lunch, dinner or our highly acclaimed weekend brunch.

We are a fantastic venue for hosting large groups and intimate dinners. Our Bar offers a wide variety of craft beers from around the world, boasting 37 draft beers, 120 bottles, signature cocktails and a thoughtfully selected wine list.

Join us on the patio or saddle up to the bar and admire our selection of over 150 bourbons and whiskies from around the globe.

Reservations are recommended, however walk-ins are always welcome!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 764-1655
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Anne Moynihan
  • Private party facilities
    For information on Private Events, please contact rebecca@hawkeyehospitality.com
  • Neighborhood
    Somerville
  • Cross street
    Grove St
  • Parking details
    There is a variety of parking options in Davis Sq., from metered on-street parking and three convenient public metered lots: Rite Aid Lot (right across from restaurant) Grove St. Lot Herbert St. Lot All meters are free on Sundays and end at 8pm Monday-Saturday.
  • Public transit
    Five Horses Tavern is in the heart of Davis Sq, directly off the Red Line stop. A close walk from Porter Sq. and accessible by several bus routes.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 988 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Five Horses Tavern in Davis Square offers a "great food" and "excellent service" experience with a diverse menu that pleases various tastes. The lively atmosphere, especially in summer with open windows, and the outdoor seating are highlights. While some mention slow service, many praise the "terrific" staff and enjoyable ambiance.

988 Reviews
  1. Mark

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff were exceptionally pleasant and patient.

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  2. christine

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Poor communication between host, waitress and other waitstaff

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  3. Jennifer

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I booked this for my daughter’s 17th birthday with friends. They thoroughly enjoyed themselves and the food - and the waitstaff was very attentive. Thanks for making it a special night!

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  4. Sheldon

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent cuisine and service. A little noisy but that’s Somerville on Saturday night.

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  5. david

    Greater Boston

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Disappointed the farro salad had such little farro but the spinach, beets and dressing were good

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  6. Kathy

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Things quieted down as the brunch crowd started to leave. It was nice that there was no pressure to leave. We sat and chatted for a long time after lunch. Service was great.

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  7. David

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Carolyn did a great job. Easy to make reservation on line.

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  8. Paola Michelle

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was lovely, the food was the best brunch we’ve had for a while, and the seating spacious and comfortable. I had the huevos rancheros and the balance of salt and tang was perfect for this dish. Our kids dish was a straight up cheese and red sauce pizza, which was delicious with cheese that stretched. The mimosa had the right balance of bubbly to OJ, and diner style steaming black coffee made us all smile. Definitely an experience to repeat!

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  9. Maricel

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Great location at Davis Square. Near the theater where we saw a show afterwards. Fast and friendly service. We’ll definitely return 😊

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  10. Matthew

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice atmosphere. Table beside the fireplace. Good variety of food, choices, and beers. There is public meter parking close to the restaurant.

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FAQs

Five Horses Tavern - Davis Square does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Five Horses Tavern - Davis Square is rated 4.7 stars by 988 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Five Horses Tavern - Davis Square

400 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Grove St
  • Neighborhood
    Somerville
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a variety of parking options in Davis Sq., from metered on-street parking and three convenient public metered lots: Rite Aid Lot (right across from restaurant) Grove St. Lot Herbert St. Lot All meters are free on Sundays and end at 8pm Monday-Saturday.
  • Public transit
    Five Horses Tavern is in the heart of Davis Sq, directly off the Red Line stop. A close walk from Porter Sq. and accessible by several bus routes.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Anne Moynihan
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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