50 Best Bars in Boston

“the oysters are out of sight! delicious bravo! bouillabaisse was amazing! I did like my server. I do suggest they get some sleep nobody was smiling.“

“Attractive room. Great cuisine and wine list. Service was excellent, including host, who graciously sat us when we mistakenly arrived an hour earlier than our reservation. We will gladly return.“

“Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend.“

“Great location great food“

“Yummy! And dog friendly patio.“

“The Best in Boston especially when a certain bartender you all know is working“

“all the food was delicious. French onion soup the best I had. service was excellent. staff couldn't do enough for us. would definitely go back“

“If you’re looking for a place that’s clean, safe, and FUN to go highly recommend. Awesome food and drinks ($5 sandwiches during happy hour!), lovely outdoor patio dining, and there are still games available to play sanitized between people! So happy to come back here again and get the same great service.“

“If you are looking for a local "dive bar" this would be it. Crowded, great service, noisy and exactly what you would expect. A FUN place to hang out and should at your friends while drinking and listening to music and other conversations.“

“Fate made us unexpectedly arrive at this wonderful place. The experience was unforgettable. I hope that one day it will be repeated, to once again feel the tranquility and pleasure with which every drop of beer was enjoyed. Recommended.?? Let yourself be carried away by each sensation that your senses perceive, it will be unforgettable. The comfort of the bar and the good atmosphere will make you forget all the bad things you have been through and find the meaning of life, so you will toast with emotion for everything, especially for being alive and being happy. Health!

And don't forget that you can play pool billiards.“

“The food is delicious. The service is professional and friendly. Love, love love Deuxave. The atmosphere is great. Very attractive and you can hear the other people at your table but the tables are spaced well enough that you’re not hearing other tables.“

“Great place. Good ambiance and friendly bartenders and staff. Can’t wait to go back!!“

“This is an excellent restaurant 100% Greek food and drinks Excellent menu and service Nice vibe and atmosphere- tables inside and out (with heaters) Our daughter is coeliac and therefore cannot eat gluten. The staff were 100% up to speed with a marked up menu and awareness of cross contamination etc Well done p.s One tip for the owners - you have done all the work on GF - why not put the GF menu on the website or mark up the main menu and get the extra custom“

“I came the day before my birthday and I found out that on your birthday there is a promotion for free lobster.
Unfortunately the promotion did not apply because it must be the exact day of your birthday.

So those who are on time... take advantage.“

“We wanted to eat upstairs but didn't have reservations so we ate downstairs at this bar. It has fewer options than upstairs. The servers were nice but seemed distracted, there one moment and then you never see them again. I would have had another drink but never saw our server after he dropped off our food. Food was decent, we shared the farmers market salad and some fritters (which were good but rich and a bit greasy).“

“Let me tell you something: this short rib was so good, I almost wrote it a love letter. Seriously, I took one bite, and the clouds parted, angels sang, and my entire life made sense. I didn’t know meat could taste like this. It was so tender I thought it might actually be apologizing to my teeth for needing to chew it. I was convinced I’d died and gone to a magical beef heaven where this rib was the only thing on the menu.

If I could legally marry this short rib, I would. If I could adopt it, raise it as my own, and send it off to college, I would. This isn’t just food, it’s an emotional experience. So, if you’re not sprinting to this restaurant right now, rethinking your life choices, then honestly, I don’t know what you’re doing with yourself.“

“The food was excellent, they had a Pulp Fiction tribute burger which was phenomenal. I would go back just for that and also their pumpkin cheesecake is a must try if you ever stop by during the fall. Steak frites was also delicious. Best place to go eat at before going to watch the Celtics!!!“

“Inside the beautiful new Fellini bar at the Intercontinental this speakeasy is a dark oasis. Each drink tells a story. Who doesn’t love history and drinking! The drink menu is in a leather bound book full of interesting stories about the revolution and the drinks that fueled it. Bartender was excellent and definitely passionate about his spirits.“

“A bit expensive food but we went here for breakfast and the service was high quality. Great atmosphere. It definitely can be difficult to get a spot because they don't want it crowded but it adds to the atmosphere. If you want to treat yourself to breakfast come here“

“The place to go for bruins and Celtics pre game“

“We had brunch there this morning. The staff was amazing. And I would literally fly from Tennessee back to Boston just for that Fried Shrimp Eggs Benedict. It’s the top 5 meals I’ve ever eaten.“

“Great Ports Bar in Boston Mass.“

“Had a great breakfast! Food, drinks, and service were exceptional!“

“Super friendly and fast service right by the Garden“

“Fantastic staff. Great service. Small and personal! Love it!!“

“So, just walking in off the street, it’s a great neighborhood bar with a fantastic selection of beers, a bartender who is friendly, funny and pours a great pint of Guinness. But… Thursday nights are Queeraoke, and it’s as fantastic as it sounds. Great DJ, fantastic crowd and amazing singers. It’s a great time for everyone!“

“This place had the best chicken Parmesan we had ever eaten. I’m so glad we stumbled upon this place that was not too far from our hotel. Our waitress was so kind and attentive.“

“This place was absolutely amazing. We had an amazing night unforgettable. I recommend everyone that I know I will be posting pictures.... Thank you to all the staff all of the workers. The cook's to servers number#1 on my list. Hands ends down,“

“food was great but watch your bill. they sneak a 5% kitchen appreciation charge on it rather than giving their help a raise.“

“My husband and I had dinner here recently and we both really liked it! The salmon was very well prepared, with a great veggie side. My husband had a burger, which he said was good as well. The biggest surprise was the "twinkie" appetizer, which sounded really weird but ended up being very tasty. The staff were nice and prices were reasonable. Also love that they had a cute outdoors patio in the back!“

“Awesome, as always. Moving out of the area soon… but will Make a special trip back Here, for sure!“

“My first time in Boston and this place was definitely a favorite. Great food, great beer and everyone made you feel welcome. Relaxed environment to just hang out. The quesadillas are definitely a top favorite. Highly recommend!“

“Very nice rooftop bar with a great view of the Boston skyline.
The cocktails are very good, the food (chicken quesadillas and Cesar salad) were good. Here you can end the evening with good music. It's a shame that the drinks are served in plastic cups.

Wheelchair accessibility: Elevator“

“Loved it! Uptown downtown with flare.“

“Crazy busy there tonight, but overall was a good experience“

“the service is either ,feeling rushed or non existent, very inconsistent, don't recommend going on symphony nights“

“I celebrated my birthday at Hobgoblin with 15 friends in their basement space. There was live music from some talented Berklee students that night, and I can’t say enough good things about the experience.

I was able to make the initial reservation on Resy, modify it as needed by calling the restaurant, and they even gave me a semi private area so that our big group could mingle while listening to the music.

It’s rare for a place to have great food, amazing drinks, a fabulous vibe/atmosphere, AND live music with incredible service. Hobgoblin was all that and more and my friends couldn’t stop raving about how much they enjoyed it. I can’t wait to go back!!“

“We were there for brunch and the food and cocktails were great!! The staff was very friendly, can’t wait to go back again on my next visit❤️“

“MIMI IS AMAZINGGGG. We’ve been here MULTIPLE times and her service has consistently been incredible. She’s very attentive, kind, welcoming, and overall a joy to be around. LOVE HER!“

“Beautiful hotel bar with attentive staff.“

“We booked the private dining area and had a great experience. Service was great and we were not rushed at all. Food and drinks were good and the overall booking process with Zoey was easy and transparent.“

“Good music and drinks lol“

“Always our “go to” place when in Boston. Never fails.“

“The food... Amazing... The special drinks not so much.. music was great...“

“If you're looking for a simple and easy spot to grab a drink and a bite to eat, this place is for you. I've been here a couple of times after wandering Newbury street for the day and still haven't been disappointed. I loved their bratwurst and their rotating beers are always well picked. I can tell whoever selects them loves beer, which believe it or not is a very important thing to have in this type of place. Will be back!“

“Treat yourself…come experience Serafina’s“

“Good food. Good service. Even kid friendly which was convenient!“

“We didn’t have food just drinks, but they were so good! Each one was very special filled with aromas and flavors although keeping it simple. The place is small relatively but that’s what makes it special and more like a speakeasy. You will wait for a bit of a long time, but the hostess was super nice, she offered us drinks while we waited so time passed by faster. Recommend trying it when you’re in the neighborhood.“

“The bar is huge and the bartender was outgoing and friendly. He was moving quickly and serving many guests at the same time and still made sure he gave everyone attention. The lobster salad was huge and served in a very fresh tasting way. Their specialty cocktails are delicuous and unique.“

“Food was awesome and Zach was awesome with helping suggest us some appetizers and places to visit as out of towners!“