50 Best Cocktail Bars near Reading

“HANDS DOWN the best Italian food I've ever eaten! Even the drinks were to die for, and I rarely drink. I had a Key Lime Pie martini, and a Pistachio martini...SO good! I drove down from Concord, New Hampshire for a girls night. We're planning another here soon! Give Venetian Moon a try, and be sure to ask to be seated in Louise's section. He was outstanding!!“

“Love assembly row…this is a fantastic, yummy and fun addition! Great ambiance… staff is friendly and attentive. Definitely recommend! :)“

“We stopped by for a quick bite, and the place did not disappoint. While the food menu was limited, the drink menu offered a great selection. The ambiance and decor inside the restaurant were lively and enjoyable, adding to the overall experience.“

“Love the vibe! Great place to just get a drink, or eat to your heart's content. I have been holding Twisted Networking- Somerville, MA for a while in the side room- awesome! #askjo“

“Amazing evening with delicious food and tasty drinks! Everything we ordered from the table side guacamole, Brussels sprout salad, tacos, margarita and sangria flights and dessert were incredible!
It’s also set up so beautifully inside so I’m already planning another dinner there next week.“

“Our favorite local Italian spot! Pastas and desserts are outstanding.

Dietary restrictions: They handle dietary restrictions very well! I have a tree nut allergy and was easily able to navigate the menu with little limitation. They do not have GF pasta FYI.“

“Thank you for hosting our book launch! Tambo is our favorite restaurant and an amazing culinary experience!“

“I just had the hottest meal I’ve ever had. The waiter said “That is very very spicy”…I told him to say “very” three times to warn customers. The meal was AWESOME!!! Thank you 👍“

“We love this style of Asian fusion cuisine so we came by for dinner and were not disappointed. Staff are helpful, attentive, and super friendly. The cocktails are great, and the food was incredible. It's a higher end spot in a wealthy area so you have to expect costs to reflect that.“

“Having a good friend who is Greek and a fabulous cook, I am very critical of Greek food. Everyone loved their meals, there were 5 of us. I had the lamb, which was delicious, and I couldn't say anything negative. We will definitely go back again and this has now become one of our favorite restaurants!“

“Upstairs the atmosphere is 5 stars and I’m really knit picking here but downstairs in the dining rooms (not near the bar) it can be hard to hear your party due to the other patrons. This restaurant is amazing though, the food, the drinks and the staff are top notch. The building is a historical piece of art as well. Highly recommend the flip fantasia drink (upstairs) and the eggplant.“

“always excellent meals and sides“

“Innovative and delicious.“

“Todo muy bueno y la atención de primera“

“Food and service are excellent!“

“Tashan is delicious Indian restaurant in New England area in Bedford. It was my 50 th birthday I celebrated at Tashan. It was amazing food with best complaints from the owners of the restaurant and staffs. Thank you so much to owner and staffs.?“

“Excellent experience. The food and service was great. I will definitely recommend Premiere to my friends“

“Outstanding food. Great beer choices. You have to try this place. Get the owner to tell you her story. Definitely will be going back“

“Great food and the service is fantastic.“

“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!“

“Great local bar with solid drinks and great food.

Among the bars near Harvard Square, Abbey is my first pick for a laid-back drink on a patio. It’s just far enough from the noise, with reasonably priced drinks and, best of all, seriously good food. While the menu doesn’t push creative boundaries, they do the American bar comfort food done right.

Small bites like the Bacon Deviled Eggs and Pulled Pork Egg Rolls were tasty, but the entrée department was where Abbey excelled. Both the Salmon and Cod were outstanding—honestly, some of the best entrées I’ve had at a bar in recent memory. Each had an impeccable texture, almost as if delicately poached. The Salmon, paired with heirloom tomato risotto and a basil pesto vinaigrette, had a pleasant touch of acidity. Meanwhile, the Cod came with a potato scallion pancake, perfectly crisped and soaked in a shallot cream sauce, which added just the right crunch and salty punch to elevate the dish beautifully.

The crowd at The Abbey skews a bit older compared to some of the livelier Harvard Square bars, but it’s worth a visit f you’re after a more laid-back, cozy bar vibe. It’s popular among the locals, so if you’re hoping to snag a patio seat, I’d recommend going during off-peak hours.“

“500 Ocean is a beautiful property with some amazing amenities. It is in a great location, surrounded by ocean views, restaurants and very accessible to the T, literally right below the building. My husband and I had a great experience living here and had rarely any issues. The main issue we had at move-in was addressed and we were even offered a small gift for the inconvenience. I love the maintenance staff and they are always so pleasant and helpful. One of my favorite parts of living here was having an in-house fitness coach/ personal trainer- Cienna Jade! She is so amazing to work with and has really helped me along my fitness journey. It was so convenient having her come to the 500 Ocean gym, which is one of the best gyms I've seen in an apartment home. She conducts 1 on 1 sessions and will literally work with you on scheduling a time that's convenient for you as well as offering group or couple sessions! Overall, very pleasant experience!“

“The staff was attentive and friendly. Jonathan was my server and not only was he prompt but also made the effort to acknowledge my 6 year old that was on a “date with mommy.” My son had a wonderful time and enjoyed waving hello to the staff that reciprocated too! Thank you to all of them for making our day start off bright and positive.“

“We came here for dinner. Service was good. Staff was helpful and friendly. We tried the Birria Taco, Fish Taco, Shrimp Taco, pork taco, Nachos steak fried, Pupuas and Churros. The Birria taco was juicy and tender. Pupuas was cheesy and delicious. We also tried some tequila and margaritas. Everything was great. Would come back“

“We went on a Friday night and the restaurant was not crowded - I think because it hasn't yet been discovered as it's off the beaten path, tucked behind the Alewife T station amidst the apartment buildings there. They have a lovely ambience with spacious outdoor seating and a fire pit as well as a spacious indoor dining area that doesn't make you feel crowded next to strangers. The restaurant offers a small menu but with very interesting flavor combinations - especially among their house cocktails - and there was something for everyone (vegetarian or carnivore). We ended up splitting several shareable plates and each one was a winner. And all of the servers were pleasant and attentive. It's now on our list of go-to places.“

“Dear Turner Seafood Team, We would like to express our sincere gratitude for the exceptional service provided by your team. Our employees Christmas bonus of local fish was well received and greatly appreciated. The hand-delivered, well-packaged fish showcased the professionalism and customer support we were looking for. Jeff's assistance during this busy season was invaluable, and we look forward to the possibility of working together again in the future. We highly recommend Turner Seafood, especially for large orders. Thank you once again. Best regards, Team Insideout Health and Wellness“

“The food's great! The atmosphere is great! And one of the servers, Maria, is always pleasant company!“

“We had a fantastic meal. We ordered meal for two. Yummy!!“

“Great service and spectacular food including great gluten free pizza!“

“This place was great!! Highly recommend! Awesome atmosphere!“

“Recently had lunch here for the first time and it was soooooo good. Delicious food, warm ambience and really nice staff.“

“I'm originally from just outside New Orleans, LA. Came here with a friend and was all too curious that they had Jambalaya on the menu. I cannot stress this enough. Order the Jambalaya. It reminded me of home.“

“everything wonderful service food atmosphere“

“we come to Lexington every year for a muster and we eat here every time.“

“Everything was delicious, great service, hot food, yummy drinks, clean and great team of workers.“

“Outstanding restaurant. Worth trip from anywhere in the Boston area.“

“Loved the tuna tacos. So fresh!“

“A wonderful restaurant that more people need to know about. Very pleasant ambience , and once seated you are served wonderful rolls with delicious herbed butter. We started with their home made tomato soup. After, My husband had bolognese with chicken meatballs, that was outstanding. I know that for a fact as I keep stealing bits of it. I had the shrimp dish special , also wonderful. Our server, Brian was fabulous, and attended to all our needs. Bazille has a very varied and interesting menu, can't wait to return to try them all.“

“(Translated by Google) The best place in the chelsea area. A friendly environment to spend with your friends, partner, or a hunting night. If you visit the city of Chelsea, you cannot miss going through the hottest bar in the Latinos Falcon area. Good music and a 100% Latino atmosphere.(Original)El mejor lugar en el área de chelsea. Un ambiente amigable para pasar con tus amigos, pareja, o una noche de casería. Si visitas la ciudad de chelsea no puede faltar pasar por el bar mas prendido del área Latinos Falcon. Buena música y un ambiente 100% latino.“

“This was the BEST Mexican food on the planet.“

“Stopped in today around 2 for brunch. Everything was delicious! We had the lemonade and the pineapple mimosas, and a berry smoothie to start. Then two of us had the caramel banana French toast, and one had the Bennies. We will definitely be back!“

“Fun atmosphere , the tables were at least 6’ apart, the Jerk Chicken had some nice heat and the fish was a beautiful dish. Fun drinks and music, I was very happy!“

“AMAZING Marissa THE BEST SERVER“

“Good food, atmospheric; good selection of seasonal beers/ales. Can get very busy during peak dining hours.“

“Excellent meal, nice people, latin music, and they humored me using my limited Spanish. Muy sabrosa la comida! 5 stars.“

“Chill vibes, good food , great sangria“

“Service was incredibly fast & personable. Food was prepared very fast and so fresh that I had to give it a few minutes to cool down. The best part was how exceptionally tasty the food was. My spicy steak tip skewer was cooked to rare perfection with every bite seemingly juicier than the last. My chicken teriyaki rice bowl was also the bee's knees. Prices we very reasonable and quality of our experience was terrific.“

“Our PTO hosted our monthly meeting at Evviva Trattoria! It was a wonderful time, it was so easy to book a room, and order catering. The staff was incredibly accommodating and provided amazing service. The food was EXCELLENT!! Over all we had an amazing experience, we will be back both as a group and as individuals. Great work!“

“The food here is always delicious. But we just went for drinks and to dance. This is a Dominican spot that converts to a club vibe on the weekends. I always enjoy myself at El Molinos. The DJ understood the assignment. It is an older crowd and the music was on point. There aren't enough spots that cater to Gen X. I was happy ?.“