Where To Eat In Brookline On Marathon Monday 2019

BROOKLINE, MA — Sometimes just watching people run 26.2 miles can make a person hungry. And if it's raining like last year, sometimes watching people run in the rain makes a person want to take cover where there's food. Brookline is the place to be when it comes to helping you take care of both on Marathon Monday. Here are a dozen spots along the route that are worth checking out.

Washington Square

Grassona's Italian Kitchen
This family-friendly Italian comfort food joint has a pretty sweet patio and plenty of space inside in case it's raining, so make a point of stopping by this Washington Square standout, which opens early at 10 a.m. The Brookline restaurant will be serving a special marathon brunch until 4 p.m. and then dinner from 5-10 with drinks all day. 1704 Beacon St., Brookline; 617-396-8752, www.grassonasitalian,com

Burro Bar

Burro Bar normally opens at 5 p.m. but on Marathon Monday, this spot couldn't resist opening from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. That means if you can score a coveted spot on their patio you can watch the marathon with margarita in hand — if it's not raining out there. They're firing up the grill for Street Style Mexican Corn, and Chorizo sausages along with the regular items. 1665 Beacon St, Brookline: 617-277-0427 burrobarbrookline.com

The Publick House
This spot is opening before noon to offer its selection of craft beer rarities from Maine Beer Co., Trillium, Pretty Things, and Allagash. They've also got sriracha Buffalo wings, and a dynamite five-cheese mac ‘n’ cheese. 1648 Beacon St., Brookline; 617-277-2880 or thepublickhousebeerbar.com.

The Abbey

This spot may have the best truffle fries along the marathon route. The chickpea fritters with yogurt cucumber sauce rocks, as does the selection of beverages. 1657 Beacon St., Brookline; 617-730-8040

Livite

Get your smoothie or juice or panini on. This is the healthy, quick option if you're in the area and just want to duck in for a quick bite before racing back to catch your pals running through. 1644 Beacon St., Brookline; 617-396-8383, or www.mkt.com/livite

Stoked Wood Fired Pizza

There's a ton of pizza options down the street in Coolidge Corner, but this place has excellent vegetarian and vegan options. Definitely worth a visit. They also have craft beer and cocktails going on. 1632 Beacon St. 617-879-0707, www.stokedpizzaco.com

Washington Square Tavern

It's a party in Washington Square at the tavern. They do it up on the grill, with burgers, dogs, and sausages ($4 to $7) served up from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Inside, they also have special race-day bloody Mary and mimosa bars starting at 11. Washington Square Tavern - Washington St., Brookline, 617.232.8989, washingtonsquaretavern.com

Coolidge Corner:

Anna's Taqueria:

Everyone knows Anna's (burritos). 1412 Beacon St., Brookline; 617-277-7111

Michael's Deli:

It's around the corner on Harvard Street, so it gives you a chance to step away from the race. And they're more of a quick bite spot. This is the 5th year they'll be donating 10 percent of their sales to @TeamMR8 They also will be feeding local 1st responders. Monday - Saturday: 9 am - 5:30 pm, 256 Harvard Street, 617-738-DELI, michaelsdelibrookline.com

Hops N Scotch:

Opening early for Marathon Monday. Expect a "hybrid" brunch-dinner menu for daytime crowds, dozens of brews on tap (including Sam Adams' special 26.2 Brew, available only to pubs along the Marathon route and other select spots) and of course, that massive scotch list. Cheers. 1306 Beacon St., Brookline; 617-232-8808

BAB Korean Bistro

Bab just opened quietly on Beacon Street in late March. The menu has some classics like Bibimbap, some fried chicken dishes and Korean BBQ. 1374 Beacon St., 617-383-5575

Paris Creperie

If you've never had a crepe here. Go. Savory or Sweet they've got you covered. They also make smoothies. 278 Harvard St, or (617) 232-1770, pariscreperie.com

Bonus spot

Union Square Donuts

They are a bit of a walk away from Coolidge Corner situated actually in the JFK Crossing neighborhood, but if you're looking to get away from the crowds they will reward you in tasty donuts. 409 Harvard St, (617) 209-2257, unionsquaredonuts.com

Check this link out for all things Marathon:

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