Matt Murphy's

02/15/09

No credit cards - ?! Let's join the new century, Matt's !

by ciaoletseat at Citysearch

This place has above-average food, good ale selections, homey & friendly atmosphere.

Only one thing wrong, and it's a vital one . They refuse your credit card.

Worse still, on the night that I went, they did not notify us that this was their (totally misguided) policy. But hey, who minds gathering up their half-dozen winter items of clothing, leaving your friend at the table, and venturing out into the 25o weather (this is January, folks) to trudge down the road to the ATM?

Well, my son and myself minded, and I'm guessing that a whole lot of other folks would mind too.

It's bad for the customer, and it's bad for your business. Get smart !

• Cons: NO CREDIT CARDS

05/17/07

Great Food, atmosphere, and beer...a bit pricey

by kentuk at Citysearch

I love Matt Murphy's and I've taken many friends here for drinks and to listen to the local bands that they often have playing. However, the food is quite expensive, but then again it is pretty good. Try the the fish and chips! The decor has a really warm feeling and makes you really feel like you are in an traditional Pub. The room can get quite crowded on weekend nights, but that makes the experience all that much more fun. I've had many very random conversations! If you are in Brookline Village or are looking for a truly relaxed Pub with a semi-upclass feeling give Murphy's a try.

• Pros: Food, atmosphere, drinks
• Cons: Price of Food

09/15/06

comfortable casual atmosphere, excellent food, friendly help

by phylte at Citysearch

I've been a Matt Murphy fan since it opened and have found the food, whether casual or more complicated always good and sometimes surprisingly so. It's convenient and offers a fine selection of nibbles to have with a great selection of beers. Frequently crowded, it doesn't have the ambience for a romantic dinner but is great for pals getting together. The staff is always helpful and lots of fun. My only complaint is that the kitchen isn't open past 10 pm during the week! Brookline Village could use a good late night kitchen guys and this one would be ideal.

Musical acts are a terrific plus and table sharing makes for some interesting conversations.

Lunch here is quiet and pleasant and I always recommend it to folks from outside the neighborhood.

• Pros: Great location, excellent food surprising for a bar, great staff
• Cons: Lots of noise, can be a long wait for a table, kitchen closes at 10 pm