41 Best Beer Bars near Newton

“never had a bad bite here. Their ramen is killer. Tiny place, but worth waiting for a table!“

“I give this restaurant 5 stars ⭐️ We actually came here to the Four points Sheraton hotel because my husband has doctors appointments nearby. The reason for the five stars is first the ambience of the restaurant was on point and comfortable not to pretentious . We were met by the hostess and she said we could sit wherever we wanted as it was a Monday evening (early ) We started with a Guinness for my husband and I wanted a red wine . The waitress recommended a wine that was very popular Valentines evening and I wanted a Malbec . She brought me a sampler of both and then decided to go with a Cabernet on the menu and thanked her for her recommendation. We started out with the wings that were cooked to perfection along with a mesquite bbq sauce . My husband and I both ordered the Bishop Burgers . He ordered it medium well with Swiss cheese and regular fries and I ordered mine medium with Cheddar and their specialty Rosemary fries which were heavenly . This restaurant is part of the restaurant but separate. It’s a well known restaurant in the neighboring city where all walks of life go to . Jeff the owner also came by to say hello and to make sue everything was to our satisfaction. A+ all around“

“Food and service are excellent!“

“First time there the food was great would recommend to anyone who is in Boston.“

“Simulators are legit and it feels like you are outside playing on the actually course you've selected. It's a nice vibe and a great bar to watch games or golf on and the pizza is amazing. (get the sweet heat, it wont disappoint) They also offer leagues and spots for parties/events. If you're looking for a spot to work on your game this winter, grab a beer and watch some sports I highly recommend Birdie Bar!“

“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.“

“I have lived in the Boston-esque area for twelve years and have eaten so many good meals, but the fish tacos here are the only meal I needed to have before my upcoming move out west(ern MA). Cocktails are fun and creative, service is 13/10, the XL portions of fries that require to-go boxes are the only fries I’ve ever found to reheat well, and if you’re lucky, Steve will be tending bar. I love going at the slightly quieter times but I’ll never gatekeep the euphoria experienced by a meal here. Bonus perks: Max & Chelsea have the best senses of humor, the murals on the patio are always amazing, the beer and wine selection are vast (also the mocktails!), and the decor always feels like your favorite “I Spy” book.“

“Everything was great! Service and food was excellent!“

“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.“

“Wow! This bar is absolutely magnificent. Milkie and Billy have the best, yet vibrant energies around as bartenders! I really recommend it.

Only downside, though, is that fries aren't included with burgers and you would have to pay separately.

Beers are $9-10 per pour, but that ain't stopping me from enjoying a Guinness. Not sure about cocktails. The atmosphere has such 80s-90s vibes that it makes you feel very comfortable. There are regulars here, but that won't even stop you from having a good time.

Milkie and Billy are so kind, and willing to hear you out. Looking forward to coming back again!“

“Amazing how food! Great atmosphere! Friendly staff!“

“Wonderful food and great service in an amazing setting!“

“I don't go to bars much these days but came here for a live music event, the Nirvana tribute band and this place is awesome. The place LOOKS amazing, they had sports playing on a bunch of tvs the food was PHENOMENAL, you order and they text you when it's ready that was pretty wild to me, and the best part of all the amazing staff that was so friendly to me and my family members. Would highly recommend, the concert was AWESOME and would definitely come here again. Really memorable night. THANK YOU“

“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.“

“We had so much! Our instructor was John! He was super chill and informative! We will definitely be back ❤️🪓“

“I just Love the New Republic great atmosphere amazing food great drinks beautiful vibe“

“Lots of fun it was a great time“

“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“

“Great food, reasonably priced!“

“Disappointing is an understatement. Our server was not friendly, but whatever I can live with that. What I can't live with is not checking in on our table for 40 mins. This is no exaggeration, I had to flag down a different server 2x before our server checked in. That said the food was fine and the cocktails were very good. The server did comp my 2nd drink after I waited 15 mins for it to arrive after ordering, but there was no recovering from our disappointing experience.“

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

“I love wicked craft ❤️! I love decoration ! they’re all so kind and they make the best cocktails“

“Good location in Davis Square“

“Los Sugar Kings were fantastic, and the atmosphere at Lou’s was excellent. The music and overall vibe honestly made up for most of the experience, and I would definitely come back.

Unfortunately, our service from Nicole was the weak point of the night. She repeatedly checked in every few minutes asking if we were ready to order, which started to feel pushy rather than attentive. Later, she dropped off the check and, when she came back and saw that I hadn’t put my card down yet, she visibly expressed frustration.

It was only around 9 PM and the night was still getting started, so there really didn’t seem to be any need to make us feel rushed. Instead of being able to relax and enjoy the evening, I found myself feeling anxious, like I needed to hurry so our server wouldn’t get annoyed.

That aside, Los Sugar Kings were great and the atmosphere was excellent, which is why I’m still giving Lou’s four stars.“

“Came here pre-concert upon the recommendation of friends who live in the West End. Perfect suggestion! Great pizza options - you can see the pizza oven from your seat. The four of us light eaters shared the pear arugula salad (excellent - the balsamic dressing was fantastic.) followed by a large pizza. We were able to get half margherita half salsiccia to satisfy all tastes. OMG the sauce is some of the freshest I've had in the North End. Service was great - got us in and out in plenty of time. If planning to go before a game or concert, a reservation is a must. A short walk from home, so we'll definitely be back!“

“Four Piece Suit is what makes it worth visiting! We have been following them since the 90s, when they were playing music in Tam O’Shanter pub in Brookline, MA. They gathered a huge crowd the day we saw them for the first time. We were fortunate to get in the pub because they were so famous.“

“A very cool dive bar of the highest order. Oldschool (Cash Only!), cool bartender (sorry I forgot your name, dude - 09/11), with a great jukebox for good measure. If you want to avoid the hipster joints, give them your money!“

“I’ve been here many times, and last night was great. I was served by Vee. he was very welcoming, helpful, and always smiling. I accidentally pushed my glass off the bar, and he handled it so professionally and didn’t even charge me for it. I really appreciated his kindness and positive attitude.
However, my experience the week before was different. The female bartender (with the big glasses) served me with a bit of an attitude. never introduced herself! You can’t feel that she doesn’t like the job…When I asked if I could borrow an iPhone charger since my phone had died, she told me to go to the front desk. The response felt a little dry and not very friendly. no problem if no charger is available, but I think it’s a good idea to leave one or two chargers at the bar since most of the people have an iPhone.

Overall, I enjoy coming here, but service consistency definitely makes a difference“

“Great beer and fun atmosphere great bar tender Phil!“

“3.8 rating is criminal...4.4 at least! Ordering both food and beverages is as soon as many other places, however, where do you know what time you get your drinks much quicker here than most. The beer selection is on point and the staff is always current on what's available or 86'd. Bonus it's great to show up here when there's a band playing next door.“

“Came here prior to a night out and so glad we found this place. Quality food and incredible cocktails at a reasonable price. Vibe and service is outstanding. Cassie and Kyle made our nights! Will definitely return any time we’re back in Allston.“

“Came here with our small group. Service was wonderful. Beer selections - Awesome. I went with the Staff's Selection Beer Flight - it didn't miss! We shared the blue cheese burger, which was cooked perfectly and a Ceasar Salad. The later was good, but different. I've never had a Ceasar with olives and hard boiled egg. Will definitely be back!“

“Great music, great food and the perfect late night atmosphere!“

“Solid food, generous portion sizes, and excellent service (even during the busy hours). That said, their floor space is poorly designed with very little space at the front of the restaurant and the waiting area/countertops by the bar. Be prepared to wait and rather uncomfortablly during busy hours, as people often need to use the restroom while passing you by, so you have to lean back often to give space 😂“

“If I could give 10 stars for customer service, I would! Matt and Kevin (Bakes) are fantastic bartenders. Bakes, especially, was professional, welcoming, and knowledgeable. He knew the customers by name and they knew him. This superior service made overpriced hotel food worth it, lol. Also, the cobb salad with salmon was divine!“

“The place had a great ambiance, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The food was exceptional – I tried the pizza, pasta, and salad, and each dish was delicious. The pizza had a perfect crust and flavorful toppings, the pasta was cooked to perfection, and the salad was fresh and crisp. I highly recommend this restaurant for a delightful dining experience.“

“Wow! I am no vegetarian but this place is great! The impossible burger was great and the fries were delicious (especially the dill pickle sauce). I'm gonna have to try other sauces next time!
Located in Bow Market so the courtyard is super nice in the summer.“

“Decided to come here for a game. Definitely didn’t disappoint. The atmosphere was good and the service was better than expected especially because of how busy it was. The food was good and came out relatively quick as well. I would recommend anyone around the area to come here to enjoy some tacos.“

“Stayed in Brookline for the week and ended up here by happenstance my first night there. One of the best pubs I’ve ever been to and some of the best food I’ve had in a long time! A big shoutout to Greg’s mom for the beef stew🤌 Whether you’re there for a great pint, to catch a game, or just some good craic, Hamilton’s is the place to be. I’d fly back to Boston in a heartbeat just to eat here again.“

“Very good food nice and fresh“

“Main issue was the service. Waited 40 minutes for our drinks, then when arrived, 1 was wrong. Server less than apologetic then took another 10 minutes for a replacement. Ordered 4 apps, 1 came out in a reasonable time, others all came separately after a long wait. Apparently Server was having issues because manager did come over to ask how things were going......not well. He did end up compensating is with 2 rounds of drinks. Food however was excellent. Many other staff also confused, walking to tables, trying to give food that they patron didn't order.“