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Mother's Day Brunch

Upstairs
May 12th

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Tickets Now Available
On-Line For

The 1947 Eddie Stellerman
Night Club Show

May 25, 2013

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32 Taps at The Grog

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Beer Menu here

For over forty years, The Grog has been the place to meet and to enjoy in Newburyport.  The tradition of presenting fresh food, refreshment and entertainment continues - ever changing as we strive to keep things lively for you.

2011

"Best Bar"
 North of Boston

After returning from The Civil War, Alfred W. Thompson, the great-grandfather of Newburyport Yankee Whit Kimball, opened a "Ladies and Gents Eating and Oyster House" serving Newburyporters, sailors, statesmen and travelers until prohibition.  After repeal, Spud Leary opened the Pilot House, serving the public until 1964, when the McCarthys assumed stewardship. 

In 1969 the business was rechristened "The Grog" after the English Navy's traditional ration of rum and water.  This tradition was started by Admiral Vernon, whose nickname was "Old Grog", so called for the cloak he wore made of grogram.  We continue to salute you, Admiral Vernon!

circa 1900

2011 & 2012
"Best Burger"

2009
"Best Live Music Venue"
"Best Pub Food"

2008
"Best Live Music Venue"