Opening hours
Open now · closes 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 | Closed |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Local time in Somerville: 2:25 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (617) 776-6896 to confirm.
Location & directions
247 Elm StreetSomerville, MA 02144
About The Burren
The Burren is a restaurant you'll find at 247 Elm Street in Somerville, Massachusetts. Our Somerville guide covers 190 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
The Burren is open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM (closed Friday). It stays open late, until 1:00 AM on most nights.
Available service options are dine-in.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible. For questions or orders, call (617) 776-6896.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant
- Address
- 247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144
- Phone
- (617) 776-6896
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM (closed Friday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 10 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Burren’s weekday schedule with 8 other restaurants in Somerville. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:30 AM, earlier than 62% of them (the typical opening time is 4:00 PM) and closes at 1:00 AM, later than 75% of them (typical closing time: 10:30 PM).
In total it is open about 85 hours a week, 28 hours more than the local median of 58. 88% of restaurants in Somerville open on Sundays, and The Burren is one of them.
Compared with 8 other restaurants in Somerville that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Massachusetts
Based on 129 menus with 9,386 priced items from restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.70 and $19.65.
We don’t have The Burren’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what restaurants in Massachusetts typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 26% | $12.99 |
| French Fries | 18% | $6.00 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 16% | $11.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $9.00 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $14.51 |
| Caesar | 12% | $12.75 |
| Chicken Wings | 12% | $14.99 |
| Garden Salad | 12% | $9.47 |
Calculated from 129 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Burren there are 74 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 144 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (27), Bakeries & Desserts (21), Japanese & Sushi (12), and Bars & Pubs (10).
Competition is healthy: 7 other restaurants are within a mile and 56 within three miles. The closest is Eat Greek, < 0.1 mi away.
52 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
- Asian & PacificMartsa on Elm< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsSaloon< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsWhen Pigs Fly Breads< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiGenki YA Sushi< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeTen One Tea House< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Burren's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 1:00 AM (closed Friday). 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: Closed; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM.
Is The Burren open on Sunday?
Yes, The Burren is open on Sundays: 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM.
Where is The Burren located?
The Burren is located at 247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA 02144.
What is the phone number of The Burren?
You can call The Burren at (617) 776-6896.
Does The Burren offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for The Burren. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is The Burren wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible.
Is The Burren open late?
Yes – The Burren is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near The Burren?
There are 144 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Burren. Nearby options include Martsa on Elm (< 0.1 mi), Saloon (< 0.1 mi), and When Pigs Fly Breads (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other restaurants near The Burren?
7 other restaurants within a mile. The closest is Eat Greek, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do restaurants in Massachusetts cost?
Based on 129 menus with 9,386 priced items from restaurants in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $8.70 and $19.65.
Nearby places
All in Somerville
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