Editor’s Note: Adventure Pub has permanently closed.
Massachusetts is filled with creative spots to dine and drink, but this new fantasy-themed gastropub is shaping up to be one of the best. Adventure Pub has just opened in Arlington and you’ll want to head over for a board game and a pint as soon as possible. Here’s what you need to know.
Adventure Pub is a whimsical bar and restaurant that combines great food and drink with pure magic.
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This gastropub used to be an old bank built in the 1920s, which gives it a distinctly grand feeling.
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Here, guests can indulge in delicious bites and beverages while playing one of over 300 board games the pub has on offer.
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The gaming menu includes evening from party favorites like Cards Against Humanity to more complex games that can easily cover an entire table.
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All guests can choose from a list of complimentary games that don’t involve long playing times or a huge learning curve, so you can jump straight into the action easily and for free.
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For more intense board game enthusiasts, the pub requires a $10 cover charge per person, which is valid all day.
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You can also BYOG (bring your own game) and even hang out in The Wizard’s Tower if you want a private playing space.
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Of course, you can also simply stop by Adventure Pub for a tasty meal.
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The kimchi sliders are a favorite, but don’t miss the buttermilk marinated “Chocobo” chicken fingers or the Lembas Croquettes, which are mashed sweet potato pieces that are rolled, breaded and then flash fried for a crispy, creamy bite served with a garlic aioli for dipping.
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Stop by for an expertly-crafted meal and a night with friends at this fantastical pub.
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Adventure Pub is currently open, though the bar is still awaiting its liquor license.
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You can find Adventure Pub at 190 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, Mass. Click here to check out their website, view menus, and see opening hours. For another fairytale spot in Massachusetts, click here.
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