Welcome to McCarthy’s & Toad – Music, Food & Craic in the Heart of Cambridge

At the corner of tradition and good times, McCarthy’s and Toad offer a cozy, music-filled escape right here in Cambridge, MA. Family-run and proudly rooted in the community, we’re a true neighborhood bar where everyone—from longtime locals to curious newcomers—is welcome.

Every night at McCarthy’s, you’ll find the bar alive with traditional Irish music sessions starting at 7 PM—fiddles, flutes, bodhráns, and all the magic that comes with them. Over at Toad, things turn up a notch with live bands playing most nights, from gypsy jazz Mondays to late-night student covers and Friday-night dance floor favorites.

Our menu features classic pub food done right, with a special focus on plant-based options that are just as satisfying as the traditional fare. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or just hungry, you’ll find something that hits the spot.

Behind the bar, we’re pouring top-notch drinks, carefully selected Irish whiskey, and a pint of Guinness that rivals—if not beats—what you’d get back in Ireland.

We’re proud to be part of a bigger family that includes The Burren in Somerville and The Bebop in Boston—each with its own flavor, but sharing the same love of music, food, and hospitality.

Whether you're here for the tunes, the pints, or the people, McCarthy’s and Toad are ready to welcome you in.
Come for the music, stay for the craic.

Hours:

Monday 11.30am - 1am

Tuesday 11.30am - 1am

Wednesday 11.30am - 1am

Thursday 11.30am - 2am

Friday 11.30am - 2am

Saturday 10.30am - 2am

Sunday 10.30am - 1am