Opening hours
Closed · opens 11:30 AM
| Monday | 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM |
Local time in Cambridge: 10:54 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (617) 491-1160 to confirm.
Location & directions
89 Winthrop StreetCambridge, MA 02138
About Grendel's Den
Located at 89 Winthrop Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Grendel's Den is a pub. Our Cambridge guide covers 317 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Grendel's Den is open daily, 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM.
Available service options are outdoor seating.
You can reach the team at (617) 491-1160.
Quick facts
- Category
- Pub
- Address
- 89 Winthrop Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
- Phone
- (617) 491-1160
- Hours
- Open daily, 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 2 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for pubs and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Grendel's Den’s weekday schedule with 44 other pubs in Massachusetts. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:30 AM, close to the local norm of 11:30 AM and closes at 1:00 AM, in line with the typical 1:00 AM.
In total it is open about 94.5 hours a week, 5 hours more than the local median of 90. 89% of pubs in Massachusetts open on Sundays, and Grendel's Den is one of them.
Compared with 44 other pubs in Massachusetts that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for pubs across the US
Based on 12 menus with 259 priced items from pubs across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.75 and $15.95.
We don’t have Grendel's Den’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what pubs across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Dog | 50% | $5.00 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 42% | $6.00 |
| Chicken Tenders | 33% | $6.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 33% | $5.00 |
Calculated from 12 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Grendel's Den there are 63 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 137 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bakeries & Desserts (26), Cafes & Coffee (23), Pizza (9), and Burgers & Fast Food (8).
Competition is healthy: 3 other pubs are within a mile and 24 within three miles. The closest is Cambridge Common, 0.7 mi away.
56 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodShake Shack< 0.1 mi
- Indian & South AsianThe Maharaja< 0.1 mi
- KoreanBonchon Cambridge< 0.1 mi
- AmericanCharlie's Kitchen< 0.1 mi
- ChineseToo Hot< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a pub
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Grendel's Den's opening hours?
Open daily, 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM. Monday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM; Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM; Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM; Thursday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM; Friday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM; Saturday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM; Sunday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM.
Is Grendel's Den open on Sunday?
Yes, Grendel's Den is open on Sundays: 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM.
Where is Grendel's Den located?
Grendel's Den is located at 89 Winthrop Street, Cambridge, MA 02138.
What is the phone number of Grendel's Den?
You can call Grendel's Den at (617) 491-1160.
Does Grendel's Den offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Grendel's Den. Listed service options: outdoor seating.
Is Grendel's Den open late?
Yes – Grendel's Den is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Grendel's Den?
There are 137 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Grendel's Den. Nearby options include Shake Shack (< 0.1 mi), The Maharaja (< 0.1 mi), and Bonchon Cambridge (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other pubs near Grendel's Den?
3 other pubs within a mile. The closest is Cambridge Common, 0.7 mi away.
How much do pubs across the US cost?
Based on 12 menus with 259 priced items from pubs across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.75 and $15.95.
Nearby places
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