Saloon

Now open at 255 elm Street in the heart of Davis Square. Saloon is inspired by the iconic New York city pre-prohibition establishment. with a focus on brown liquors and local beers. saloon calls reference to a time when drinks were serious and uncomplicated. the menu is intended for sharing and combines historic american fare with contemporary favorites. the second venture by somerville...

DORCHESTER — Sing along with "evil queens, lovelorn princesses and more than a few animated animals" at dbar tonight, starting at 9 p.m., for Show Toon Tuesday. [FB]

DAVIS SQUARE — Saloon begins a monthly whiskey class series tonight at 7 p.m. with "Whiskey 101," which will include tastings of bourbon, rye, scotch, and Irish whiskey. Beverage director Manny Gonzales will lead the class....

DAVIS SQUARE — On Tuesday, April 29, Saloon is throwing a Jubilee Stomp in honor of what would be Duke Ellington's 115th birthday. For $45, guests can eat a themed three-course meal with beverage pairings. Prohibition-era dress is encouraged, as is dancing. The Lyle Brewer Trio will be on hand to play Ellington classics. Dishes include honey-glazed chicken wings, a short rib pan pizza, and...

"Capturing the essence" of the pre-Prohibition era, this "warm", wood-paneled, "old-timey" "speakeasy" in Somerville revolves around a beer and whiskey list "beyond comprehension" and "stellar", "old-fashioned cocktails" poured by "incredibly trained bartenders" who "dress the part"; the moderately priced American gastropub menu, however, is "worthwhile" in its own right – though "small", it's...

Because things in miniature form are oh-so-cute — and in this case, downright satisfying — here's a map of sliders (based on the broad definition of "mini sandwiches," not just burgers). Perfect for the individual who doesn't want to commit to a whole sandwich or for a group of people who just want a taste, these are 11 great specimens currently being served around town.
— Katie Chudy

Nice wood walls, 105+ kinds of whiskey, 1920s music, horseshoe bar.