50 Best Bars near Norwood

“5 STAR TREATMENT!!! We had my husbands surprise birthday party there last night for 40 guests and it went off without a hitch! Jim the manager went out of his way to check all the little details that make an event special from custom menus to an easel for a sign. The waitstaff was wonderful and accommodating! The food was wonderful and the room was comfortable! Nobody left the party early!!! Thank you Olivadi!“

“First time at this restaurant and I was impressed. The food was plentiful and the staff were very friendly. I will definitely be dining there again.“

“Chimichangas! Absolutely love Acapulcos, and this one has a nice charm to it, as it's a little smaller than others that I've visited. You can always tell a Mexican restaurant's worth by their chimichanga, and they do it well.“

“I’ve gone to One Bistro in Norwood again and again for the last couple of years and not only is it my new favorite restaurant because of the best food I’ve ever had but the service is friendly and relatively quick. Absolutely recommend adding this to your list of places to try!“

“Nice place. Good food and good atmosphere.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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. 🚎💚“

“Wicked delicious food and cocktails. I loved the shrimp flatbread and the Crab cakes.“

“Feels like coming home! Very welcoming“

“Food was amazing, ordered the hotdog which was MASSIVE and delicious and a side of taro fries. Drinks were great. Only thing was the bartender who served us was a bit pushy and passive aggressive for us to be on our way, which was weird. Otherwise, it was great and would come back!“

“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!“

“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!“

“The people who are exceptionally friendly professional. The atmosphere was off the chart in a good way.The ambiance was a ten!! Couldn't find a better holding the wall in the hood!! Definitely a casual place in the cut. Out of 1-10 definitely a 10!“

“Come for the food, stay for the music (best 80s playlist in Boston) and great service (shout out to Bo).

This is a perfect place for weekend brunch and I am sure it's great for dinner too. Very enjoyable. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.“

“The best bar in Dorchester! I was visiting the neighborhood on a Sat. night from out of town, and the bartender and clientele were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They even brought in pizza from next door and shared it with everyone. :)

Thank you for your generosity!“

“The Food Is Excellent! Service is Top Shelf! The Whole Restaurant ( Waitresses, bar tenders, cooks etc) is Awesome! Great Place 😉“

“food is amazing breakfast good especially grits“

“Master McGrath's is not your Downtown Boston or Newbury Street gentrified bougie hangout. It's for the blue collars, the working folk, and for a pint and a shot or some simple cocktails.

Nothing fancy but then it doesn't need it either. Great neighborhood spot full of regulars who know how to use TouchTunes.

Trivia nights are every other Thursday (watch their instagram for updates @master.mcgraths). Always a blast!!

For food, they are currently working on getting their brand new pizza oven up and running. For now, you can order food delivered there (tons of places nearby) or bring your own. There's no table service but all of the bartenders are attentive and know what they're doing.

TO NOTE: This is a CASH ONLY bar. There's an ATM on site and several others in the vicinity.

Parking is on River st (FREE street parking) or there are a couple of small lots nearby. If going on the weekend, you can also park at Rockland Trust after 5 without fear of being towed.

Stop by for the best pint of Guiness in Boston, watch the game on their 7 TVs, cozy up by the electric fireplace, or sit at the bar and chat with the locals. They/we've all got stories!“

“they always seem to have fun things to do between eating and entertainment I definitely recommend Patriot Place I did the Santa stroll and it was fun we met people and hopefully we'll continue to meet more and more people“

“The bartender and the great food.“

“Good vibes The music needs to be upgraded“

“this public House feels like a public home. there is a great community of regular customers who are really nice people. they offer a full bar and food. there is an outdoor area with great ambiance and games. they have a lot of fun weekly activities like karaoke and live music. they also just got in a new pool table with beautiful new cloth and balls. I myself don't actually drink anymore so I don't spend a lot of money when I go there but I am treated like I am important, welcome and wanted. this is a great place to hang out. this is a real review. I don't work for this place in any capacity. I found it a couple of months ago and I'm glad that I did.“

“Fun place with a lot of great beer choices“

“DELICIOUS FOOD. Very different food fair with choices for all diets. Excellent, friendly service. Good cocktails. I’ll be back !“

“I was here for a party. It was a fun spot for all. Interesting assortment of cocktails, games for all ages, board games, foosball, retro video games, Comfy spaces to hang out and chat. Lots of interesting facts and history learned on the tour too. There is even parking out back which is a bonus.“

“I've only been there a handful of times, to see some great friends I grew up with there and it's been an absolute pleasure awesome service amazing food and drinks!! best thing to happen to Wrentham Center in a long time!!“

“First time at Cityside last night and it was great! The Nachos were so good I wish we had gotten a large, the buffalo wings had a nice crisp to them which made them amazing. For entrees I had the fish tacos which were good but not all that and my fiancé had the cheesesteaks which can’t be compared to cheesesteaks on the North shore but still good. The drinks were good but pretty pricey. My fiancé liked every drunk he got besides the Mai Tai. It was super nice being on the roof top which made the entire night 💕 I definitely would recommend.“

“Great please save service“

“Quiet during the day, good place you have lunch. Their pizza is great. I love bar pizza but that's not what this is. It's like pizza you'd get at a really good pizza place. I'm not talking about fancy pizza places, I'm talking about good pizza places.“

“Great service and drinks and food are amazing lots of tvs for when games start back up“

“My niece and nephew graduation celebration was held there at Unity. The place is nice, especially after my family and I decorated the tables and chairs. My family and their father's family made some good food. I took some food home. I enjoyed myself, thanks, everyone.“

“A bar with live music in JP. Remember to bring cash - no credit cards! They've been at this for a while, and the place looks tired, but we need more live music venues to help bands start out. The drinks are not expensive for Boston - worth a look if you find a band who plays the type of music you like.“

“Always a great time at Sports Connection. Great prices, cold drinks, and the perfect spot to watch the game. Love the local crowd and relaxed atmosphere. It feels like one of those places where everyone knows each other. Definitely one of my go to spots in Boston.“

“Amazing food, great service!“

“Had a wonderful experience at this restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious, everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.
A special thank you to Myriam, our hostess, who was truly amazing. She was welcoming, attentive, and made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Her friendly attitude and excellent service made the whole experience even better.
Highly recommend this place, and I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“it was a real plesure working for matthew mcconaughey at chubbs of dorester bartender joco john Collins showed me a video of a what might have been a man or might a women giving a blow job on his phone, bartender tom say snitches get stitches, microphone check drink thanks for the psychosis. manager keys learned her management skills at combat zone in scollay square, my grandfather and dad got guns pulled at union Hall in the 80's, I wonder why chose to cross the picket line, my dad got hit in head by a mixer and bleeding out of his eyes, ears and nose and cousin told him to go sit on the tailgate of truck instead of telling him to get a ride to the hospital he quit working for his father and uncle to take a job at union construction compqny Spillane construction. PS Why do your hats not say maverick, @ maverick Hospitality maybe you open a place next middlebeast next.. I wonder the dos equivalent reps buddy who just just came from sox game was its so hard to make a comeback its really not though“

“Came to Amelia’s for Easter dinner. This was my first time there and I was not disappointed! Everything was wonderful, from the cleanliness of the restaurant, to the decor, to the food to the cappuccino. But what brought it to perfection level, was our server, Kayla. She was on point, friendly, patient and an all around lovely young lady. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!“

“Excellent vibe, great food selection and cold Guinness 👍🏼👍🏼“

“Very nice place to enjoy good bbq food and watch the different sports games that are showing on TV. They have multiple pickle ball courts for groups to play on, a lounge area to relax with a party and two dining area to relax and eat at. So far my experiences have been great.“

“Fabulous simple basic delectable food! Wonderful homey and comfortable atmosphere. Excellent friendly waitresses. Amazing prices. I love going there.“

“Pizza is just getting better it was terrible for a while but the last few months best ever. Whoever improved and made it the way we always have known thank you. We have been having this pizza since way back in the 80’s when it was at the railroad station when every pizza was perfect. Glad too see that same quality again. As long as the craft is perfected you can never go wrong love this pizza always have and with the quality old school only good things can happen. 😊😊“

“Blue On Highland is hands down my favorite restaurant in New England. Food is always top notch, drinks are top-tier, and service is impeccable. going back again soon!“

“We always enjoy our meals at Buttonwood! Delish food, clever cocktails and fab service 🤩 special shoutout to Emily 👏“

“It is what it is check it out for yourself The food is delicious.“

“This is the Tri Fecta. Awesome food. Incredible service. Thank you Colleen! And great atmosphere. I think the ricotta pistachios pie was the best thing I've ever eaten!! Already planning my visit back.“

“food is fresh and good!!!!“

“Not only was the Baba , Peach Gazpacho and chicken Shastish delish , but Chef David took the time to chat with us in 100 degree weather and served us a sample of his staffs lunch he was preparing for them today ...his moms fav dish when he was a kid... THE MESSY SANDWICH ! Homemade Crispy BLT , heirloom tomato with a hit of peanut butter . Hope he puts it on the menu someday but more importantly know he's "the real deal" born and raised New England cool, creative and genuine - cheers to you Chef David !!!“

“A hidden gem that opened last year and now our weekly go-to for Japanese - sashimi, sushi, ramen and poke bowls. The staff is very friendly and the owner, Anna, makes you feel so at home. The sashimi/sushi are fresh, delicious and prepared beautifully. The cocktails are creative and well made - mai tais, pistachio martinis, you name it. The kids (and adults) enjoy various fruit teas/slushees with optional boba. They also offer Chinese and Thai food on the menu. Staples like beef teriyaki sticks, sichuan fried rice or tangerine beef are must haves and often added to our meals with lots of leftovers to go home with. Highly recommend Wasabi Asian Bistro&Bar to anyone looking for great Asian food.“

“Had excellent food and service for a late lunch on Saturday. Staff were friendly and the environment was welcoming“