38 Best Craft Breweries near East Boston

“Perfect cider with no carbonation or added sugar. Love it!“

“I recently hosted a birthday party at Idle Hands and it was so awesome! It was super easy to schedule the rental and plan the event with Darren. The Idle Hands team was great during the event - they made everything run smoothly and made it look easy. Everyone had a wonderful time 🙂 thank you!!“

“Went to get lunch when we got to Boston. Was close by our hotel and I love craft beer so was excited to try something local. Split the burger for lunch which was excellent. Tried three different beers and enjoyed each one. They didn’t do flights but do offer small pours so it made it easy to try different brews.

Venue was nice as well and easy to get to in the Seaport area.“

“Food with something that speaks to your soul“

“Mancini Soul Project definitely recommends night shift brewing. the best people, staff and brews!!“

“This review is based off the cafe portion of Remnant. I started going to Remnant bc Union Square Donuts on the other side had gotten rid of or lost all my favorite peeps (didn't really feel like supporting anymore).

I remember I had seen Remnant served coffee, so my pup and I meandered on over to grab my quad shot Americano and maybe sit in the beer garden. Then I found out my buddy could actually sit inside with me while we stole some of their AC. Then I found out they have wifi and outlets and I could get some work done as well!

(Laptops not permitted Friday-Saturday after 6pm).

The peeps that work there are great and efficient. They move quick even with longer lines and even when they start serving beers and cocktails AND coffee at the same time. They have restrooms in the back that are unisex along with a water station. You can't take your beer into Bow's patio area, but they have the beer garden in the back and a few tables littered right in front of their entrance. You can order food from any of the nearby restaurants and bring it in with you. You cannot order food from a nearby restaurant and use their space simply to post up and eat without ordering something from them - be cool people - don't take up space if you aren't supporting them in some way.

There's so many regulars that you'll get to know a few people if you go often enough. Everyone's super friendly. My dog gets bored as soon as I pull out my laptop to work, but he's made plenty of friends there too, so he still gets excited and pulls me to their doors whenever we're in Bow.

I love their espresso (and I'm picky) and I don't usually do iced tea, but their blood orange hibiscus iced tea is amazing, esp on a hot day. Interested in trying their margaritas at some point.“

“Long long long live overdue visit to the Best Brewery in Boston. All due respect to Sam Adams, Trill, and others these guys are masters of the IPA but don't go to sleep on Merry Dancer (dark lager) or the Frozie Cup Series. If you're hankering for light the Rox Pils and Kolsch are top tier! Beers to make you happy and a great space with parking. What else do you need in Boston?“

“Sunday night dinner … Out-of-town visiting our daughter & her family … tasty & flavorsome craft beer; mouthwatering, wood burning oven pizza; TVs & lots of games for the entire family. The best part was the staff…VERY welcoming, friendly and assisted you so that your visit was a memorable and enjoyable experience. Thank you! 5+ Stars“

“Great indoors and outdoors space. The vibe is really nice and I love the amount of space they have to work with. I'd say the weird part of our experience was that the bartender was struggling to pull their IPA from the tap it was clearing a clogged line or a tapped keg as he was getting mostly foam but didn't try to rectify the situation he just kept letting it pour. So I wasn't too happy with my IPA for that reason. The guava sour was quite nice.

The pricing was EXTREMELY reasonable and would highly recommend this spot.

Outside of the weird IPA experience I wouldn't have any complaints.“

“!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“We had the Biria chicken tacos, ordered a 2nd round cuz they were so good! I had a strawberry margarita - was delicious. Vibe was great around 1100 after a concert at the House of Blues. Will def be back !“

“This place was fun!!!! I've been here twice now, I'm from out of town, and realized I hadn't reviewed it yet.
The outdoor patio is a bit small and can get crowded but it's a nice spot when the weather is cooperative. Inside seating is larger than it looks so walk around until you can find a spot. The beer is very good and there is a wide range of styles to choose from. The food is actually a good compliment to the beer given the weird, off the shelf system they use to make it. Highly recommend.“

“We love Hannah's Brewery in Melrose, MA! There aren't a lot of options for breweries in the Malden, Stoneham, Melrose area, so we consider Hannah's a gem. The staff is super friendly and willing to give recommendations if you don't know what to order. We hosted a private event here and had a great experience working with Jason and his staff. Recommend to all!“

“We had the best experience at Drawdown. The staff there helped talk us through the different things available. Don’t like beer? No problem, there’s other options. There’s also plenty of non-alcoholic options. They serve 4oz pours, which is helpful for folks who enjoy beer but can’t drink much. The options they have are SO tasty, and some are so fun and creative. It’s a great place to spend time, the vibes are lovely.“

“O really loved it. Being a fan of Belgium style of beers, I was very happy to see and drinking the fuzzy logic/luzzy fogic triple and ale duo on tap. It seems like the Mexican food offering is also good. Will try it next time.

We stayed indoor soaking in the abundant sunlight coming in, but there is ample outdoor sitting for larger groups.

It is a great option for those in the Cambridge/Somerville line.“

“Excelente experiencia! Recomendado!“

“It was a great vibe !! I’m not a beer drinker but these were amazing !! Loved the food, bartenders were friendly and food was delicious !!!“

“Good beer, good times and good friends“

“I was attending the Sandwich Boy event. That was,the,best sandwich I ever,had,in my life The chicken was delicious and juicy and the bread was crispy and fluffy. The Sandwich boys specal sauce was amazing. I also had a delicious beer. Rock star brewing has the best beer I tasted.“

“MBC is a great place to hang with different selections of well crafted brews ! Fun, layback atmosphere . The staff is friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend!“

“Perfect taste discovered this the other day“

“Really good beer, fairly priced, good service and amicable clientele. Sure, my small pour of stout could have been served with less head but maybe the keg was about to kick it? Either way, I was very happy with my selection of beers and had some great conversations with other patrons who were all regulars and love beer. Would definitely recommend.“

“Great beer and outdoor space“

“It is so wonderful to have a local brewing company in town! The beer is delicious, Spy-P-A is my go to at the local liquor stores. The outdoor beer gardens at the Reservoir are the highlight of my summers. We are looking forward to the tap room coming soon!“

“Great open space with a patio area and a rooftop area. The craft brews are great and the charcuterie options were spot on.“

“The best pizza in Boston!“

“Not only is Notch beer delicious and dedicated to putting out European styles you can’t get anywhere else, but their vibe is unmatched. They are dedicated to our community and hosting amazing events. Notch is a true value add to the Brighton community. Can’t recommend enough.“

“Great beer, atmosphere, and food options! I love coming here for trivia and meeting up with friends. I especially love the Bevi machine that they have - one of the few places you can go to find one for public use. It really makes my friends who don't consume alcohol and don't like traditional non-alcoholic options feel more comfortable coming out and having a good time.“

“Visited for the first time to watch the FIFA final and while it was busy, the service was exceptional and the food was amazing. I loved the opened windows and the fresh air. The atmosphere was nice and it's super accessible to everything. Will definitely visit again!“

“I recently stumbled upon Harpoon Brewery in the Boston Seaport, and what a hidden gem! 🍺

There are so many great things to love about Harpoon, but the BIGGEST bonus for me was the FREE customer parking! 🙌 In the Seaport, finding convenient parking can be a challenge, so having free customer parking makes visiting Harpoon that much better.

The brewery itself has an amazing event space that can be rented for private events, celebrations, and gatherings. They also offer Tours & Tastings, which is a great way to experience the brewery and learn more about their beers.

And, of course, the beer and food don’t disappoint! 🍻 They have a great selection of beers along with delicious food options, including pizza, gourmet cinnamon pretzel sticks, and plenty more. It’s the perfect place to meet up with friends, grab a cold beer, enjoy some food, or simply relax and take in the atmosphere.

If you’re looking for delicious beer, great food, a unique event venue, and FREE customer parking right in the Boston Seaport, I highly recommend checking out Harpoon Brewery!

Definitely a hidden gem worth discovering!“

“Very well made beer, nice diversity in styles (NEIPA, sour, stout and even a couple N/As) Relaxing atmosphere.“

“Loved the atmosphere,good food and great beer. Great service!“

“First time here but definitely not my last. Came for lunch with friends and we were all very pleased with our food and drink. Vanilla iced latte, hibiscus refresher, onion dip, chicken sando, Italian sausage sandwich, and the smash burger. 10s across the board“

“The staff, the food, the patrons...all of it! Fabulous. Thank you!“

“Deep Cuts is a great little spot to eat and catch a show. The food is good, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. The live space is small and intimate. There’s even a selection of vinyl records available for sale in the taproom!!!! I highly recommend it.“

“Good location! Good beer!“

“Lots of fun it was a great time“

“Best onion rings I’ve ever had. Convenient to Charles Theatre. Nice selection of their own brews. Fair pricing too! We will go again for sure!“