Toad

"The revival of a live music landmark in Porter Square." - Erika Adams

"Toad reopened in February 2022 after a long hiatus. The intimate 21+ bar never charges a cover, and proof of vaccination is required." - Rachel Leah Blumenthal

"When you stop going out, you usually find that you have a lot more money on hands - money you become pretty reluctant to part with. That’s why places like Toad in Porter Square, one of the few places in the city where you can hear live music without paying a cover, are so essential. Even if you don’t come here for the music, you’ll have a great time at this tiny little living room of a pub that has a small food menu to go along with beer, wine, and liquor." - dan secatore

"Porter Square’s Toad is the neighborhood bar you wish your neighborhood had (unless you, uh, live in Porter Square). It’s a comfortable little spot with a small food selection, craft beer, wine and liquor, and free live music every night of the year. Don’t be surprised if you go in for one drink and end up staying all night." - dan secatore

"Tucked next to Christopher’s in Porter Square, Toad is a great little bar with free live music and small selection of burgers. If you live in the area and the bartender doesn’t know your name yet, you should fix that." - Dan Secatore