The Independent

The Independent The Independent is a comfortable neighborhood restaurant and pub located in the heart of Union Square
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The Independent will be closed all day on Saturday, July 4th for Independence Day. Have a fun and safe holiday and we wi...
07/04/2026

The Independent will be closed all day on Saturday, July 4th for Independence Day. Have a fun and safe holiday and we will see you tomorrow at 11:00 for Sunday brunch!

Next Thursday, join us for the summer kickoff to Thursday Night Daiquiri Club at The Independent! Come drink Planteray d...
05/22/2026

Next Thursday, join us for the summer kickoff to Thursday Night Daiquiri Club at The Independent! Come drink Planteray daiquiris late into the evening as we transform into a summer rum bar. DJ J-Wall will be spinning Havana-inspired beats by the window from 8:00 until midnight!

Every Thursday this summer we will be celebrating one of the world’s most perfect cocktails with a menu of special daiquiris featuring Maison Ferrand and Planteray Rum. Come try a twist on the iconic classic, or see what we’re pouring from our rotating punch bowl. Join the club and fill your passport for special member prizes.

Starting tonight, come satisfy your sweet tooth for a good cause! We are participating in Boston Bakes For Breast Cancer...
05/08/2026

Starting tonight, come satisfy your sweet tooth for a good cause! We are participating in Boston Bakes For Breast Cancer again this year, and 100% of sales of this delicious strawberry shortcake between Friday May 9th and Friday May 15th will be donated to breast cancer research.

Happy May the Fourth!Oyster Monday, it is.At noon, dollar oysters begin...all day, they last.Join us, you will ✨
05/04/2026

Happy May the Fourth!

Oyster Monday, it is.
At noon, dollar oysters begin...all day, they last.

Join us, you will ✨

Sun is shining and the weekend is here! Pub and patio open for lunch at noon.Kitchen until midnight.Drinks 'til 1am.See ...
05/01/2026

Sun is shining and the weekend is here!
Pub and patio open for lunch at noon.
Kitchen until midnight.Drinks 'til 1am.
See you soon!

Ken Kelly believed in the power of community. Whether he was navigating the weirs of the Liffey River in Ireland or work...
04/29/2026

Ken Kelly believed in the power of community. Whether he was navigating the weirs of the Liffey River in Ireland or working to build the heart of Union Square here in Somerville, his persistence was unmatched.

They say that during the Liffey Descent, one of Ireland’s most grueling 30km canoe races, a young Ken Kelly was leading the pack. He won the Cup several times and was on track to win it again. But this time, as he approached the finish, he deliberately slowed his pace. He knew the Captain was behind him, and out of pure respect and sportsmanship, he let him take the win.

Ken brought that same spirit of tenacity, humility, and community to Somerville and our restaurant family.

To honor his legacy, we launched The Liffey Descent cocktail on Ken’s birthday - April 12 - at a very special dinner with good friends here in the pub. Proceeds from the dinner, along with a generous match from one of the dinner guests, were donated to the Somerville Museum. And from now until his next birthday, Ken’s restaurant family will be serving this special cocktail. For every cocktail sold, one dollar will be donated to the Somerville Museum to help preserve the history of the city Ken loved so much.

Come to any of the bars and restaurants listed below and raise a glass to a man who always knew when to lead, always knew how to give back and always kept the team moving forward.










🚨Tonight’s Cocktail Special🚨City Bird 🐦‍🔥La Granja Mezcal, Aperol, Strawberry, Ginger, Pineapple, Lime, Tiki BittersDeli...
04/24/2026

🚨Tonight’s Cocktail Special🚨

City Bird 🐦‍🔥

La Granja Mezcal, Aperol, Strawberry, Ginger, Pineapple, Lime, Tiki Bitters

Delish and ready for patio sipping!

It’s finally here, the patio open for another season! Come bask in the sun and share a carafe of elderflower & white pea...
04/10/2026

It’s finally here, the patio open for another season! Come bask in the sun and share a carafe of elderflower & white peach sangria.

Kitchen open until midnight
Bar until 1:00 AM

See you soon!

Address

75 Union Square
Somerville, MA
02143

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 1am
Tuesday 12pm - 1am
Wednesday 12pm - 1am
Thursday 12pm - 1am
Friday 12pm - 1am
Saturday 11am - 1am
Sunday 11am - 1am

Telephone

+16174406021

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