50 Best Bars near Wakefield

“Always great food, interactive staff and very clean establishment…. Highly recommend… 😁“

“A very nice experience. The food was delicious and the portions were plentiful. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Terrific meal. Helpful and friendly waitperson (Aimee). Good value. We're first timers here, and we'll be back again when we're in Wakefield.“

“Always a great experience So delicious“

“Clean, considerate, affordable, and professional. Sushi of the highest quality! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 🍣“

“Dylan made our experience so much fun!“

“This place is the bomb. drove 2 hours to try it. service , food , and were phenomenal. Definitely coming back with friends. They even validated our parking.“

“A true hidden gem for cocktail enthusiasts! If you’re passionate about mixology, this place is a must-visit. Saul is an absolute master of his craft—his passion for creative, thoughtfully crafted drinks shines through in every interaction. He not only serves exceptional cocktails but also takes the time to share the stories and inspirations behind them, making the entire experience unforgettable.“

“classy drinks and awsome servers“

“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.“

“Yummy! And dog friendly patio.“

“We went to Warren Tavern 12 years ago. Our family recommends the tavern to anyone traveling to Boston as a “must”. Especially the raspberry crumb pie!“

“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.“

“I don't like to be 'that guy; who makes a mountain out of a mold, so I'm going to give this place a well deserved star rating for the attributes listed on google maps. However, as good as this place is, as an individual who has worked as a bartender for 2years, i judge institutions both on the the basis on their staff in their work hours performance and their post work courtesy. You can be the most excellent bartender during work, but how you conduct yourself a few minutes after work reflects your values as a human being. So, while i wont explicitly express any issues regarding the service during effective operational hours, i am rather disappointed by the response post work hours on a humanistic level, and going off of that principle, Sylvan i am must say i am rather disappointed. it really doesn't cost you anything to offer considerate behavior and a glass of water to a customer who lost track of time and stayed a few minutes beyond closing hours. Nevertheless, i believe in a meritocracratic society and i will give the 4.5 stars for the indubitably admirable performance of the staff during official hours.“

“I love this place! Food is great. Fair prices. The menu is very diverse and inclusive for all dietary restrictions and cravings. The atmosphere is very relaxed and comforting. The owner and staff are very kind and welcoming. 10/10 would recommend for any occasion.“

“Super fun time with me and my friends. Food was phenomenal and the drinks were perfect. Our server was also a gem and 10/10 would come back!!! Thank you for a great night.“

“Went here last night and it was fabulous! Bartender was awesome, the Dog staff was great! As somebody who works with Dogs on the daily, it was nice to bring my dog here and have somebody else pay attention to her while she played with her friends. The dog staff does a great job, controlling the environment and keeping everybody safe. I plan on making this my weekly spot.“

“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.“

“The pork quesodilla WOW, subtle sweetness, great crunch, gooey cheese. Key lime pie AMAZING not to tart, firm texture. The server Bea. Was so NICE and generous. You can play Mario kart at the bar!!! Music Playlist great. TV size and pool placement are perfect. Definitely coming back for the live music and a differnet food choice.“

“Great place! Historical live music acts have played here for decades! great ownership! Great bartenders!“

“Good music and drinks lol“

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

“One of the last true local venues in the Boston area. A Real club for real musicians to lay a solid foundation to create original music, build a fanbase and collaborate with peers.“

“great place to pack all my fans love the staff looking to perform here sometime in the near future“

“Most of the food is very good, but the Salmon meal is awful! It doesn’t taste like fresh Salmon, doesn’t even have the texture of fresh good Salmon. The steak tips are awful too, no marinade.“

“This restaurant is dope. The interior is warm and inviting. It’s modern and chic. Definitely an elevated hipster vibe. A chill spot to hang out after work or nice date night. The food is bomb! For apps, I’ve never had a Chinese-inspired arancini. These crispy delights are addicting with their crack sauce. The sauce is a must have on the arancini. The salad is light and refreshing. The Kokoda is a well made dish. I never had blue fin tuna until I came here. The combo with the fresh fish with the acidity from the lemon juice and smooth finish of coconut sauce - oof, worth a try. There’s also another surprise about the Kokoda - there’s something called sea grapes 🍇 and were bursting of flavor and freshness. A nice addition to the dish. I could go for seconds with the Kokoda because it’s a bit small for me. I wish they made it 2x bigger so it could be more shareable with a date or with company. The Maine Uni was surprisingly delicious 😋. I honestly thought it was too expensive but after having it, it was an amazing amuse bouche (the perfect bite). I couldn’t believe that small bite packed so much flavor and complexity. It was balanced and left me feeling happy. Totally worth it. For mains, the pork belly adobo melts in your mouth. So good! The mushroom raviolis are my favorite out of this menu. The salted duck egg sauce is what makes this dish memorable. I would definitely eat this again. The bitter melon ratatouille is not my favorite because it wasn’t seasoned enough for me. It felt as though it was missing salt. The veggies were perfectly roasted though, but it didn’t quite smack like the other dishes. The ribeye is good, but not my favorite. I might be biased because I’ve had better at other places. For desserts, the pandan sorbet is tasty. I’m not a fan of the pandan taste. It’s definitely an acquired taste, but I enjoyed it because I love avocados and bananas and in ice cream form? No brainer. I wished they had a version without the pandan flavoring. I’m curious as to how it would taste then. The matcha cheesecake is surprisingly well-balanced. Not too matcha where it’s overbearing. The matcha is subtle while the richness of the cheesecake smacks just right and not overly sugary. The late night menu - I only tried the Chicharrón taco 🌮. The combo of crispy pork belly and the acidity from the lime is perf. Nothing else to say. Surprisingly really filling. I probably can’t have more than 2 of these tacos and I’m a pretty big guy. The drinks - I love the names and how they have a play on words. The blood orange and the banana espresso are my favorite. These drinks have enough booze and not too much where it’s offensive. Blood orange is enjoyable to drink and the banana espresso is complex with a chocolate finish. Their nice, clean cocktails. Service was awesome! The servers were friendly and quick. They regularly checked in with my wife and me. I don’t think I even had to do the awkward “please help us” lean at all. They were there when you needed them! Amazing 5 star service! You want a culinary experience. This place won’t disappoint.“

“Visited this cool bar with friends to kick off our Boston visit after coming up on the train. Appreciated the flexibility in the whiskey flights, and the cocktails were strong. I think we just came on the wrong night, as the DJ was impressively loud and set up right next to the bar so we couldn't hear each other. Would come back on a chiller evening.“

“What a great meal! Service was awesome! Chicken Parmesan egg rolls….OMG. Steak tips….OMG SANGRIA! It’s all great!“

“My friends and I had a great time at the tavern. The service, food, atmosphere and the host the best.“

“Was staying in Medford, working in Boston for 18 days. The food was so good I ate there 16 of the 18 days I was there.(tried some Italian restaurants while I was there the other 2 nights). Everything I ate was great! The chili was the best I’ve ever ate, the wings were awesome, the loaded nachos, the steak tips, the meatloaf, sweet potato fries, the brussel sprouts, the collard greens, were all great and some of the best southern food I’ve ever ate and I’m from South Alabama! And the drinks were great also. It was my home away from home for 2 1/2 weeks. The atmosphere was very welcoming, Scott, Erin and Sylvia took great care of me. We don’t have places like this down here. 12 out of 10 rating for me! Hope I get to come back and visit. Thanks for making a fella from Tanner Williams, Alabama feel welcome.“

“Food and atmosphere is outstanding. Lobster Mac and Cheese, Clam Chowder, Fish and Chips, Lobster Roll and great desserts!!“

“Really nice atmosphere. Proper place to have a beer with friends or watch a game. The bartender was super friendly and conversational. Me and my friend just sat down to get two diet cokes, and he let us have it on the house so thats automatically a 5-star review.

You should go here (don't expect any free cokes tho)“

“I feel like an absolutely lute turd if I get her name wrong but Vicky rocked our socks off. Absolutely the most knowledgable bartender i’ve ever had in the drink craft and she made us feel like family. Wagyu is fire and the rest of the nomz also slap. 11/10 do it and do it again.“

“What the menu lacks in variety, it makes up for in quality. We had the kebabs, chips & salsa and the chicken sandwich, and every single one blew away our expectations. Flavors were complex and robust, food perfectly prepared, and the worst part of the meal was when the decent portions were gone.

Service was fantastic. The atmosphere was exactly what we wanted after a 7.5hr car ride in dense New England traffic, and truly, this nerd-bar scratched every itch after a long, stressful day.“

“Will never go there just by reading reviews how they treat customers with disrespect, that behavior is not tolerate in Little Italy NYC Mulberry Street stop by Cafe Palermo if you in New York“

“Hi! I am the new owner here and it is now Cafe Martin West Street and we are open every day at 11am. So glad to here of the great reviews of late (we opened here Feb 2022) and sorry for some of the not as great ones - we do have an off night here and there. Hope to see you soon and feel free to pop over to our google page for more info!“

“Great little space, good food, loved the beer selection, fabulous jukebox .. staff were engaging and polite and funny“

“Voted best Dive Bar. Locals were very friendly! We had a great time.“

“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!“

“The best Mexican food & margaritas I’ve had in a long time!“

“Great atmosphere and quick service. Walked in the door and it was packed, was greeted by a fella in a scaly cap who promised me a table in a couple mins and he was not wrong. Food portions were goood size.“

“All the bartenders at center bar are very personable, but the crown goes to Brandon. He seams to know all the customers by name and drink of choice. Very impressive, and also handsome ?

Parking: I believe there are three or four floors for parking. Parking is free. Valet is also available!“

“Small little hole in the wall for years in old Maverick square in "Eastie" East Boston of course. Nothing fancy just a good ole hangout for years. No Food, Basically beer wine and popular old fav's.

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: No“

“Try the awesome wings or you're missing out“

“The staff was AMAZING!!! As someone who worked in the restaurant business for 28 years I was completely amazed at how the staff handled the crowd at the Freezin for a Reason fundraiser on Jan 1st. The place was completely jammed and they were so calm and accommodating. Someone was always there to take a drink order or whatever else you needed. We were there for the fundraiser, but we will absolutely be back to visit again! Thank you all so much for the great experience!!“

“Chef Erin Miller's food has rightly been singled out as some of the best in the country, with a well-deserved James Beard nomination for Best Chef Northeast. General Manager Abigail Taylor leads a front-of-house team who provide a warm, personalized experience that will turn any occasion into an unforgettable event. We'll be back!“

“great bar. cash only. located between Harvard and Central.“

“The oysters were fresh and i enjoyed the ambience!!!“

“Food was wonderful — we had a boatload of tapas, no entrees. Service was impeccable — friendly, timely, kindly. My first time sitting in the basement level. They've squeezed people into every nook and cranny down there, which could lend a festive air to the experience but mostly just feels too crowded and noisy. It was early Saturday evening and the party was just getting started. Overall, a great place to go for excellent food and a fun time — don't go for an intimate dinner :)“

“Great place for drinks after work. Great selection of cocktails. Or even better for a huge salad at lunch. But our most recent visit featured the chicken Milanese and it was delicious. Perfectly cooked. And this place has a terrific vibe in the evenings.“