50 Best Cocktail Bars near Watertown

“Muy delicioso todo muy buena atención“

“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.“

“Had an absolute delicious meal with my boyfriend today. Our server Karens was exceptional and kind, and got us everything we needed. Drinks were great, The steak was delicious with their signature sauce & fresh cut fries. Salad and bread were fresh & just what we needed. We absolutely loved it and we will definitely be back when we are in the area.“

“I like this place recently i had my best hospitality experience because of on person,
Saba was absolutely amazing! She was warm, attentive, and incredibly professional throughout our entire experience. Her service was outstanding, and she made sure we felt welcomed and taken care of from the moment we sat down. She was knowledgeable about the menu, checked in at just the right times, and made everything feel effortless. You can tell she genuinely cares about her guests and takes pride in what she does. Saba truly made our visit special, and we would absolutely come back because of her! Branchline is lucky to have someone like her on the team. Highly recommend asking for Saba if you visit!“

“This is the second time in one week my friend and I have chosen this restaurant as our destination for food, drinks, and merriment and we were not disappointed.The staff is a delight, both times we were greeted with a warm smile and they were very knowledgeable recommending dishes and levels of spice. The naan bread is delicious and the appetizers and entrees we ordered were amazing as well bursting with so much flavor. The cocktails were crafted with precision and so much passion from the wonderful bartender. The live music is great! We definitely recommend Chulo restaurant and plan on returning again and again!“

“Excellent food, service and welcoming space! This was probably our 5th time eating at Condesa and it is consistent. Plenty of free garage parking. Greeted warmly, seated quickly in a buzzing atmosphere with nice decor. There's a bar, high tops, booths and tables by the windows. We've had Diego A. as our server multiple times and he is fabulous! Plenty of cocktails or beer to choose from - excellent margarita's btw. The food is delish - nice menu of options and if you have a question or special food requirement, it's not a problem at all. Very reasonably priced too. It's definately part of our restaurant rotation when we want a nice dining experience and terrific food. Kudos to the entire management and staff!“

“The food was fresh and fantastic! Service was excellent !“

“The Dungeon Master Roll the Dice“

“I've been to the one in Lisbon so I was very excited to experience a different location! It is very new and looks to be a secret still. It was the perfect mix of chill and just on the brink of busy. My food was great, I went to Poe-lenta and my husband got the wood-fired pizza from the pizza location!“

“Kyle was so lovely!!! We came in for our friends birthday just for a drink and some oysters and he overheard us talking and brought us free dressed oysters!!! And he took into account that our friend was pescatarian so he removed the bacon on them. So attentive we never even asked. The swordfish pastrami was so so so good and very shareable. The oysters were fresh and the oceanic was able to be made for 3!“

“food was amazing. ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥“

“Had an amazing time last night! We loved the duck wing special as well as the seafood linguini special. Dishes were prepared so meticulously that were just mouth watering. We also ordered the duck breast which was so fresh and not overwhelming. Matt took great care of us at the bar and was so knowledgeable in the menu. His attentiveness and service made the night special. We will be back!“

“We came to Cactus Club Boston to celebrate my best friend’s birthday and had such a great time! The atmosphere was so fun and beautiful, the food was really good, and the drinks were amazing. Everything was perfect for a birthday celebration and we had such a fun night together. The staff was also so friendly and attentive. Definitely a great place for a celebration or a night out with friends!“

“Great tapas / quite filling“

“A wonderful tiki bar! We loved the food and creative cocktails.“

“We had an amazing experience! This is one of the best and most special kosher restaurant we have ever been to!! What a unique and special place. We had the cochin white fish, fried fish, and salmon pkaila. We also had the pickles, two great cocktails, and the napoleonka. Everything was unbelievably delicious. They have fabulous flavors and creativity and we loved how all of the dishes had explanations and connections to Jewish tradition. Our service was also excellent! Mike the server explained everything clearly and was very conscientious about allergies. My one complaint would be that portions of the appetizers could have been a little larger because I wanted more!“

“The wait staff is incredibly friendly. We heard the onion rings were heavenly. We were not disappointed. However the salad we ordered and shared was one of the best salads I have ever tasted. I think it was the Hot Cold Chicken Salad. Absolutely delicious! After 10 pm the sandwiches are half price and they all looked delicious too!!“

“extremely attentive staff, our meal was brought very promptly. bathroom could accommodate my wheelchair easily. we loved spending a special night there, and are already looking forward to our return visit“

“Food and service are excellent!“

“We booked a boat dinner during Head of the Charles weekend for 22 people. Zoe at Sloane's helped me plan the event and she could not have been more wonderful for helping us make it all perfect. She was responsive and understanding. The restaurant staff made us all feel welcome and comfortable. The food and drinks were awesome and we all left very happy. Thank you!“

“An exceptional experience at Parla\! Cas provided some of, if not the BEST customer service I’ve EVER HAD\. Warm, genuine, incredibly attentive, what more could one ask for? Nothing\. Cas was able to successfully tend to all of the customers at the bar, while ensuring each customer’s needs were met\. Cas made sure we felt cared for and was very attentive without being overbearing\. The team truly listens to what each customer wants and goes above and beyond to create the best possible experience while serving responsibly. ALSO THE MUSIC IS PERFECT.

A special thank\-you to Gui, who we believe made a fantastic mini Paper Plane to complement the perfect cocktail\. Between the personalized service, friendly atmosphere, and genuine hospitality, this was a 11/10 experience from start to finish\. If you visit Parla, sit at the bar and ask for Cas—you’ll be in excellent hands.“

“My husband and I had dinner last Sunday night. It was a beautiful experience with impeccable service. I am going to remember my quail dish for a very long time. Highly recommend“

“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“

“classy drinks and awsome servers“

“Had one incredible night this past weekend The management and staff were amazing! A truly fantastic experience. Thank you!“

“Better Sorts is a great spot to hang out. The decor is great, it’s chill, and the drinks and snacks are great. The space is beautiful and the details, like glassware and cocktail accessories, are top notch. Hidden gem I. Downtown Boston!“

“A treasure of a restaurant on busy Cambridge St - walk through the door and you’re in a different world. Servers quickly become friends. Great spot for a romantic dinner for two but still a place where a solo diner feels welcome. Wonderful menu with choices for the adventurous and not so adventurous eater. My new favorite spot for lunch or dinner in Boston.“

“We went to Wink and Nod during Chef Valentine's time, along with it being my honey's birthday! We found parking easily b/c it was sunday! lol

The food was amazing! We had the Curry Goat patty (SO good) the oxtail pasta, jerk chicken and regular fried wings.

Our bartender, was pleasant and made us tasty cocktails!

We hope to make it back before Chef Valentine's menu ends on October 11th!“

“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!“

“Phil’s team always does a fantastic job. Well worth the money for a unique experience, delicious cocktails, and a charismatic bartenders who are experts in their craft. Every menu has a clear vision and creative plays on known cocktails, or just great brand-new ideas. You won’t regret booking a night here (or a season pass)! If you can’t get a reservation, late-night walk-ins are also an option. Huge shout out to Suzae, Trevor, and Skye who always make the night so much fun.“

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

“Service is excellent and my salmon was perfect. Apps are good but smaller in size. Beer is cold. I would recommend you visit.“

“I only had the opportunity to have a single drink here. It was an old fashioned, which is so eady to make, but still usually screwed up. This was definitely a very good one, almost worth the ~$19 price. I will be back.

But speaking of backs, none of the seats have them -- those of us with back problems can't sit comfortably for long. Hence the three stars instead of five on atmosphere.“

“Top notch experience from the moment we entered the restaurant and were seated. Excellent service, beautiful decor, delicious food. Everything was perfect. I will return!“

“On the fifth floor of the Lark Hotel is a small Viet fusion restaurant. We sat on the outdoor patio. I think it is mostly a drinking place but the food we had was delicious. We had the steamed Manila clams, the crispy duck Hai Noi Bun Vit which is the standard Vietnamese BBQ with noodles and the Short Ribs with Potato. Everything was so flavorful and reminiscent of core Vietnamese food. These are not standard Vietnamese restaurant prices and if you are from Southern California as we are, be prepared for Cambridge, MA prices. The view is super and we will definitely be back!“

“We had an excellent experience at Extra Dirty. The service was excellent (shoutout Stefan - I hope I’m spelling that right), the cocktails were amazing (our group ordered a variety and they were all great), and the speakeasy element added a layer of whimsy and fun to the whole thing. Walk-in Wednesday was clutch. Also the pumpkin hummus they brought out was delicious“

“Innovative and delicious.“

“It is not my practice to be critical and write a negative review, but I was enjoying my evening until we were asked to vacate our table after being there for only an hour and 40 minutes. My reservation was at 6 PM and at 7:38 we were told that we need to leave the restaurant. This definitely has left me with a very bad experience. I recall a time during Covid when there was a limit on a reservation, and that was quite acceptable but on a Wednesday night in October 2026 I was quite shocked when we were told it was time for us to leave, especially when I noticed some empty tables around us. Very disappointed“

“The tasting experience was incredibly informative. All of the liquor was delicious.. everyone there made us feel so special - we had an amazing time and can’t wait to return! We ended up purchasing two bottles and are so excited to share them with family and friends! Thanks guys! Shoutout to the bartenders and Randy for acknowledging my bday!“

“I'm desperate to get back to Barlette! It's ALWAYS a wonderful experience. I feel like I'm transported into a beautiful movie with all my favorite actors! Plus I get so many compliments and interested inquiries when I wear my fab Barlette rose shirt!“

“Awesome Dumplings!! Great Service!☺️“

“I had a very enjoyable first visit to Toro with a friend. The tapas menu made it easy to share several dishes, and the staff were friendly, patient, and helpful with recommendations. The octopus was tender, and the warm churros with chocolate sauce were the highlight of the meal. The candle-lit room had a lively atmosphere, although the music was a little loud when the restaurant was crowded. We also would have appreciated a brief introduction to the dishes as they arrived. Overall, we enjoyed our visit and would return, especially for the churros.“

“Amazing creativity on the cocktails!“

“Everything from start to finish was lovely. The decor is perfect, the tea choices were well thought out and the food was delicious. We highly recommend and will be back!“

“So much fun! I highly recommend!“

“Wonderful dining experience, top to bottom, with perfectly executed dishes. Can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Just ensure you get the Cappelletti, maybe 2 orders (it’s that damn good and will blow you away) and the Tiramisu. We also got the Pizza Bianca with the trio of dips, the snap pea caesar salad, and the linguine - all top notch and so good. Everything that came out of the kitchen looked incredible. The space is intimate without being cramped and the servers are kind, attentive, and helpful with the menu. As a self-proclaimed NYC food snob, I understand why this place is regarded as one of Boston’s best and I will definitely be returning!“

“Suddenly wanted a drink, so...

Tall Order: The same drink as the shop's name, a very beautiful one, like a crystal-clear sprite in the dark. It has the clean and mild sweetness of a three-star Presson rum, the bright acidity of a ten-year Madeira, and the crispness of pineapple peel and lime—overall very refreshing. It also has clarified coconut milk added, but the effect is rather subtle.“

“They have a long list of cocktails, and they all seem interesting and original.

I got a half-liter Paulaner, that unfortunately was served warm, hence the four stars. For food, we tried the tuna tostados; the portion was surprisingly small, and a bit disappoiting.

Service was great and very attentive. They have a patio by Commonwealth Ave that is great a quick bite in the afternoon.“

“This place is great! I was in Boston last week for a work trip and my coworkers decided to stop at this bar. We literally had the best bartender, his name is Tone and he was great. So nice and super attentive, he made the experience. This was my first time in Boston and it was an incredible time . Will be back with friends. ✨“

“Meri is the real deal. Kind, friendly and the locals really like her and I understand why.
This place is clean and a whole vibe. The drinks, and food was great and they use fresh ingredients. Nothing frozen. Truly a hidden gem. We will definitely be back.“