50 Best Bars near East Boston

“Everything about this place is perfect! Every member of the staff was genuinely kind and friendly to all patrons- regardless of whether they were regulars or tourists, and the food was fantastic. We went there 2 meals in a row and I’m still thinking of the food a month later. Next time we go to Boston we will only stay somewhere walking distance, and if you’re not nearby, it’s absolutely worth a journey!“

“Visited Harpoon after receiving rather gruff service from the Bruins Bar across the terminal. Luisa our waitress was more than happy to serve us with a smile and respect. The drink options are better, as there are actual options, and the food I cannot attest to but again, WAY more options. Overall, Harpoon has it down.“

“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.“

“Had dinner at Lucy's while adventuring and it was hands down incredible! Everything was outstanding. The staff, the food, the environment, right down to the ice cold water and beer! 🤣 I will definetly be going again, because I wanted everything on the menu! Thank you Lucy's!“

“Walked in Saturday lunchtime, our party of two got in faster than they predicted, maybe within 10 minutes. Great food and service. Large parties were getting hour plus wait times, so beware.“

“Yummy! And dog friendly patio.“

“Dylan made our experience so much fun!“

“Delicious food, I recommend the chowder!“

“Got to have a good cold beer and some great food this past Friday before Participating in the 250th Anniversary of The Battle of Bunker Hill. We came all the way from Roxboro North Carolina. People were friendly, don’t know if it was my Southern Accent 😁 but either way I had a great time relaxing at the Tavern.“

“A wonderful tiki bar! We loved the food and creative cocktails.“

“Delicious food and beautiful atmosphere“

“classy drinks and awsome servers“

“Went here to celebrate a friends birthday and it was pretty awesome! Definitely a fun time! It’s a very intimate experience and the drinks take a while to come out but with the amount of time and effort they’ve put into concocting them it’s understandable. Food was decent I wouldn’t rant and rave about anything in particular it wasn’t bad that’s for sure just not standing out as much as the drinks do!“

“Great Food , Good atmosphere“

“The combination of refined cuisine, attentive staff, and an elegant setting made our visit exceptional. An ideal choice to enjoy a sophisticated meal with clients.“

“Words don’t accurately describe the best chowder I’ve ever had. And doing so in a cozy dockside spot by a window overlooking a snowy bay and pier. You’ll have to experience it yourself, and do so frequently!“

“Dining in a cozy yurt surrounded by freshly fallen snow was fun winter experience for our family. Great ambiance, and the food and service were exceptional. Highly recommend for a unique and memorable outing!“

“Random drop-in made our night.“

“What a great night! We thought we were going to a fundraiser, but after checking the ticket it’s next month🤦🏼‍♀️ So since we were ready for a night out we ventured to Swampscott to check out G Bar! Reservations highly encouraged, but our timing worked out perfectly and we got two seats at the bar! Had a delicious meal starting with crispy shrimp with sriracha, lemon garlic aioli, cilantro then we shared a Caesar salad, lightly dressed and not too garlicky and had Wasabi tuna and NY Strip steak for our entrees! Yummo!! Patrons were so nice, as was all the staff! Andrew was a great bartender and seemed to know everyone there! Great vibe, great food! We’ll definitely be back! — eating dinner with my love with Joe Florentino at G Bar and Kitchen.“

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

“Wonderful place to eat on our trip to Boston. Went with my dad and then took my wife there 3 days later for a different experience. Owner was kind and friendly. Birthday party was in the middle room and the whole restaurant sang along.“

“Holy moly! Rainy first night in Boston staying up the way at the Commonwealth we visited the Kenmore. Nathan took great care of us. Solid pour at the bar. Can I say enough about the K Burger? Likely not other than the first bite blows your mind. Quality over everything else. Great spot, will be back tonight and tomorrow night looking for Sturgill Simpson fans.“

“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 LOVE THAT PLACE, THE WORKERS, THE OWNERS ARE AMAZING PEOPLE. Also food 10/10“

“Depends what you are looking for. If it is traditional Cuban food, go elsewhere. If you are interested in latin american food wirh a Cuban flair, you will like this place. I am a native born cuban and I will approach these type of restauranrs wirh a Cuban Nouveu cuisine mentally so I am not immediately disapointed and can approach it more open minded. So think of hispanic food with a Cuban flair. If so, I was impressed with their small plates and entrees. Tasty and well thought out dishes. Nice cocktails with Cuban flair but some standards are available. See photos for their original Hemingway Daiquiri which was quite good. Service was friendly but could have been better but place was packed on a Friday night. Deserts were interesting. The Tres Leches was differnt and recommended. Prices were not cheap but reasonable and much cheaper than Mariel
Nice neighborhood too. Street parking.“

“Delicious and safe dining experience- the food was unbelievably fresh and creative. All servers went out of their way to be attentive and friendly- the mulled wine was the perfect beverage on this chilly afternoon! We brought blankets- and used them!“

“Honestly, from the outside I had no idea this place was going to be such a vibe! Asian Fusion is a superfly spot with a great atmosphere. The food was absolutely amazing, the drinks were on point, and the whole experience exceeded my expectations. Definitely one of those places you shouldn’t judge from the outside because once you walk in, it’s a whole different story. I’ll absolutely be back!“

“Best pizza I’ve had in Boston. Broccoli pizza was phenomenal and tasted very fresh 👌“

“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.“

“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.“

“Yes I am received very good attention from the people who are working there and the food was very good!“

“I enjoyed the food and drinks very much they did run out of 2 menu items we were looking forward to ordering but Natalia our server was able to make other recommendations and she was able to accommodate a different table that wasn't next to the door.“

“Food is good. Parking is awful. when you get your bill u get a chargé for the kitchen.“

“Fantastic food and service! Stunning atmosphere! Can't recommend highly enough!“

“We came by in a rush before we were going to catch a play because the restaurant we reserved out wasn’t available. I am an ambulatory wheelchair user and there were steps to the entrance. The host Andy met us outside and I told him I can walk a few steps. He graciously helped me inside. I am a fall risk and he was very attentive to that. They stowed my wheelchair and found me a seat immediately. The server got us our order incredibly quickly. Everything was delicious and she got us checked out very fast too. We made it to the show! This will be our go to spot in the future.

Thanks for being so so accommodating to me and making me feel valued and supported.“

“This is really awesome🥰🥰“

“One of my all time favorite spots in Somerville never had a bad meal. Great vibe and service always suggests it as one of the top spots in Somerville.“

“Went only once last night so don't want to knock any stars. But, my biggest suggestion is that please include pictures of sake bottles (even just labels) next to the title on your online menu. Right now, it's paragraphs after paragraphs of many many sakes. I got analysis paralysis after a few seconds.“

“Not only is The Substation in Roslindale perfect for the Workhub Community space, but they also have a full bar and public programming now! You can attend public bar nights, book private events, and work from "home" all in the same beautiful, historically rich space. Could not recommend this place more. 🚎💚“

“Go on Karoke night. The is a woman who sings “green eyes lady” that blew me away.

Reminded me of the Hideout in Chicago and that bar in Starwars.

Great spot, great sign, great talent behind the stick.“

“VERY cool vibes! Even cooler this place is behind a random door in the alley of an alley.
The drinks were good, but $22/drink made us stay for only one. We thought there would be something cool like dry ice or something for that price. One of our drinks came in a horn, which was cool. The other was basically an espresso martini. The bartender put on a neat show.
It felt like there needed to be one more bartender and one less server. It’s a very small room so the servers seemed like they were standing around a bit waiting for the bartender. We waited a pretty long time for our drinks.

Overall, super cool. But it feels like somewhere you either go once, or go back to show your friends“

“we were looking for a place to train and socialize our 4 month old puppy and came across this place. our experience has been nothing but exceptional from the employees to the dog owners. Very friendly atmosphere and clean! I highly recommend checking it out.“

“A regular go to restaurant........fortunate to have locally“

“Once again, another great experience. We will always come back. I'd love to know how the bartender makes the absolute best drinks. I cannot duplicate it, no matter how hard I try. And of course our entrees (veal chop, filet, salmon, and gnocci) were superb. And kudos to our waiter Tommy from NH, he arrived at the table at the most appropriate times.“

“It’s da bomb. If you are ever in the area, don’t miss it ✌🏼♥️😎“

“I'm desperate to get back to Barlette! It's ALWAYS a wonderful experience. I feel like I'm transported into a beautiful movie with all my favorite actors! Plus I get so many compliments and interested inquiries when I wear my fab Barlette rose shirt!“

“Excellent as always. Makings of a fantastic Birthday 🥳“

“The food was A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!!! Perfect for a special occasion.“

“We visited with ~20 friends this past Friday. They handled our group like champs. Food, service and drinks were all fantastic and expedited so quickly. I cannot sing their praises enough. Best nachos I’ve ever had.“

“Food was excellent - a definite step up from “standard” pub fare. Service was prompt and friendly. I’ll make a point to come back!“