It’s actually unfathomable how bad the cocktails are. If you’re going to charge $90 for 4 drinks, you better make sure they taste better than 70% isopropyl alcohol. Seriously, if I went and bought rubbing alcohol from CVS and poured it into a martini glass and served it with some olives, it would taste better than the monstrosities we were given. The vibes are overall generally good when we go. But wow the drinks were shockingly awful.
Mary Clare Ricci
The bouncer lets people in if he knows them or if they pay him. We waited in line for about 40 minutes and saw several groups cut the line, slip him some cash, and walk right in. Kind of annoying that this is just accepted. Once you're inside, it’s honestly not worth paying to skip the line. It was super crowded, but we eventually found a corner to take over and dance in. The drinks and overall vibe are pretty good once you find your spot and it stops feeling like you’re stuck in a hallway. That said, it’s really not worth waiting in line—and definitely not worth paying to skip it—especially if it’s cold out or you’re too sober to deal with the wait.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
Vanessa Dam
Confused by the low rating. I came here on a Saturday night and it was so fun! The music was amazing and I had a great time.
白凯明
What the other comments say about racist enforcement of dress code might be true; I saw the security guard tell come inside to tell a black man to take his hat off while a white man right across the room was also wearing a similar cap. That being said, the music is pretty decent. Didn’t try the drinks but they seem expensive.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
shahnawaz shaikh
I attended an event at The Kartal and was really impressed — it’s a very stylish, well-designed spot. Highly recommend!
Chester N Zikhali
It’s mid!
michael hofstadt
I’m deeply disappointed and disturbed by my recent experiences at this venue. I returned tonight with my best friend, who was already hesitant to come because of a prior traumatic incident involving Kurt, one of the bartenders. On a previous night, he invited her for drinks at Big Night Live, where she was allegedly drugged and left unconscious. Security had to call me to pick her up, and she was transported by ambulance.
Despite that, we decided to give the venue another chance. Unfortunately, Kurt was working again. My friend went to get us drinks while I held her purse, and although he gave her free drinks, he then licked her face and said, “Do you miss me?” This was not only highly inappropriate, but also a shocking violation of personal boundaries. We left immediately.
This type of behavior is not only unprofessional but potentially criminal. For the safety of others, I strongly urge management to take immediate action. I would advise anyone visiting this venue: do not accept drinks from Kurt, and please be cautious.
We won’t be returning, and I hope this review encourages the establishment to prioritize guest safety and enforce proper accountability before more serious consequences arise.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Connor Sullivan
Bad espresso martini, tasted watered down
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
Lucia Marie
Everything about this place was FIRE! Especially the bartenders, super fun and fabulous!!! This is a Boston must!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Ali Chedekel
bought the same drink three different times from three different bartenders and got charged a different price each time. crowd was bad ratio and uptight vibes.
Lucia was wonderful! She made my friend’s birthday all the more special. Excellent service, ambiance, and drinks. Shoutout Lucia! .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Alan T
Why were you closed at midnight?
Leon Jones III
A manager asked me to leave Kartal this weekend because I had a hat on. The bouncer let me in with a hat on, and many people inside wore hats. Kartal selectively enforced this rule, and my race was the only difference between me and the other people with hats on. If you are Black, I would not go here. They are very prejudiced, and their actions show they don't want Black people there.
Also, the only place Kartal posted the dress code is in their Instagram bio, and the bouncer admitted on the way out that he didn't know it was a rule. The dress code is not posted inside Kartal or on the website. So many people were wearing hats and were allowed to stay; those people were white. It's safe to say they singled me out, and my race played a factor in that decision.
If there were a modern-day Green Book, Kartal would be listed as a place for Black people to avoid because they will face prejudice.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Mark Jones
Shocked by the service in this place, can’t imagine why anyone would go back. I’d expect it to be expensive for a late night popular spot but the service was incredibly rude. Ordered 2 peronis and was charged $28 as the waitress set her own tip without returning the card machine
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
Adam Bradshaw
Took over an hour to get a drink at the bar. Very slow service, do not go in a hurry
It’s actually unfathomable how bad the cocktails are. If you’re going to charge $90 for 4 drinks, you better make sure they taste better than 70% isopropyl alcohol. Seriously, if I went and bought rubbing alcohol from CVS and poured it into a martini glass and served it with some olives, it would taste better than the monstrosities we were given. The vibes are overall generally good when we go. But wow the drinks were shockingly awful.
The bouncer lets people in if he knows them or if they pay him. We waited in line for about 40 minutes and saw several groups cut the line, slip him some cash, and walk right in. Kind of annoying that this is just accepted. Once you're inside, it’s honestly not worth paying to skip the line. It was super crowded, but we eventually found a corner to take over and dance in.
The drinks and overall vibe are pretty good once you find your spot and it stops feeling like you’re stuck in a hallway. That said, it’s really not worth waiting in line—and definitely not worth paying to skip it—especially if it’s cold out or you’re too sober to deal with the wait.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
Confused by the low rating. I came here on a Saturday night and it was so fun! The music was amazing and I had a great time.
What the other comments say about racist enforcement of dress code might be true; I saw the security guard tell come inside to tell a black man to take his hat off while a white man right across the room was also wearing a similar cap. That being said, the music is pretty decent. Didn’t try the drinks but they seem expensive.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
I attended an event at The Kartal and was really impressed — it’s a very stylish, well-designed spot. Highly recommend!
It’s mid!
I’m deeply disappointed and disturbed by my recent experiences at this venue. I returned tonight with my best friend, who was already hesitant to come because of a prior traumatic incident involving Kurt, one of the bartenders. On a previous night, he invited her for drinks at Big Night Live, where she was allegedly drugged and left unconscious. Security had to call me to pick her up, and she was transported by ambulance.
Despite that, we decided to give the venue another chance. Unfortunately, Kurt was working again. My friend went to get us drinks while I held her purse, and although he gave her free drinks, he then licked her face and said, “Do you miss me?” This was not only highly inappropriate, but also a shocking violation of personal boundaries. We left immediately.
This type of behavior is not only unprofessional but potentially criminal. For the safety of others, I strongly urge management to take immediate action. I would advise anyone visiting this venue: do not accept drinks from Kurt, and please be cautious.
We won’t be returning, and I hope this review encourages the establishment to prioritize guest safety and enforce proper accountability before more serious consequences arise.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Bad espresso martini, tasted watered down
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
Everything about this place was FIRE! Especially the bartenders, super fun and fabulous!!! This is a Boston must!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
bought the same drink three different times from three different bartenders and got charged a different price each time. crowd was bad ratio and uptight vibes.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Lucia was wonderful! She made my friend’s birthday all the more special. Excellent service, ambiance, and drinks. Shoutout Lucia! .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Why were you closed at midnight?
A manager asked me to leave Kartal this weekend because I had a hat on. The bouncer let me in with a hat on, and many people inside wore hats. Kartal selectively enforced this rule, and my race was the only difference between me and the other people with hats on. If you are Black, I would not go here. They are very prejudiced, and their actions show they don't want Black people there.
Also, the only place Kartal posted the dress code is in their Instagram bio, and the bouncer admitted on the way out that he didn't know it was a rule. The dress code is not posted inside Kartal or on the website. So many people were wearing hats and were allowed to stay; those people were white. It's safe to say they singled me out, and my race played a factor in that decision.
If there were a modern-day Green Book, Kartal would be listed as a place for Black people to avoid because they will face prejudice.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Shocked by the service in this place, can’t imagine why anyone would go back. I’d expect it to be expensive for a late night popular spot but the service was incredibly rude. Ordered 2 peronis and was charged $28 as the waitress set her own tip without returning the card machine
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
Took over an hour to get a drink at the bar. Very slow service, do not go in a hurry
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 1
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