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Irish pub with dance nights and events. Karaoke, trivia, and themed parties throughout the week.
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The Vibe
Phoenix Landing is Cambridge's Irish pub turned international soccer headquarters. The narrow Central Square space packs in fans for early-morning Premier League matches, transitions into a proper pub by afternoon, and becomes a dance club on weekends. It's multiple venues in one, adapting to whatever the day demands.
Part of the experience—embrace it
Why It's Great
Cambridge's Premier League Pub and Late-Night Dance Floor
Phoenix Landing has been Central Square's Irish pub since the 1990s, but its transformation into Cambridge's soccer headquarters gives it unique identity. When the Premier League kicks off at 7:30am on weekends, Phoenix Landing opens its doors. The crowd grows as matches progress, creating an atmosphere that rivals any London pub.
The soccer culture is genuine. Irish and English expats gather with American converts, all united by passion for the beautiful game. During major tournaments—World Cup, Euros—the bar becomes a destination. Lines form, songs are sung, and the community that forms around early-morning football is unlike anything else in Cambridge.
But Phoenix Landing is more than soccer. By evening, it functions as a proper Irish pub—good beer selection, decent food, friendly bartenders. Late night, especially on weekends, the dance floor opens and the venue transforms again. DJs play, the crowd shifts younger, and Phoenix Landing becomes Central Square's after-hours destination.
The versatility is the point. Come for 7:30am soccer, stay for a Guinness, return for late-night dancing. Phoenix Landing serves multiple communities, all under one roof.
An early Premier League match: arrive at 7:30am, watch with fellow fans, celebrate goals with strangers, and stay for an Irish breakfast.
Guinness
Properly poured, as expected from an Irish pub
Irish Breakfast
Full fry-up for those early soccer mornings
Fish & Chips
Pub classic done respectably
Draft Beer Selection
Irish, English, and local craft options
Why It's In Our Guide
Phoenix Landing is Cambridge's essential soccer pub and one of its best late-night options. The early-morning match atmosphere is unmatched, and the versatility makes it valuable throughout the day.
“For soccer fans in Cambridge, Phoenix Landing is church on Sunday morning.”
— Boston Globe“The rare bar that works at 7am, 7pm, and 2am.”
— Boston MagazineThe soccer community treats Phoenix Landing as home. During World Cups and Euros, the crowd spills onto the sidewalk. Regulars know each other from early-morning matches.
Insider Tips
Early morning for Premier League matches (especially big games). Late night for dancing.
No reservations. For major matches, arrive 30+ minutes early to secure good spots.
Near the screens for soccer viewing. The back area works for groups.
Guinness is the obvious choice. The full Irish breakfast is legitimately good for early matches.
Street parking on Mass Ave is challenging. Central T is a 3-minute walk.
Ratings & Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions
Phoenix Landing opens early for Premier League and major European soccer matches, typically at 7:30am on weekends. For World Cup and European Championship games, they may open even earlier. Check their social media for specific match day hours.
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Contact Details
512 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Daily: 5PM-2AM
3 min walk from Central
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