44 Best Bars in Worcester

“my favorite spot in town“

“Great little local pub. Friendly atmosphere and great vibes. I had a great time.“

“I don’t know why I waited so long to go here. This place is phenomenal. It’s so worth the over one hour drive from N.H. I will definitely be back! Great atmosphere and friendly people.“

“Stopped on my way through to New York and had a bowl of spicy beef noodle soup. Set me right all the way home. Since March I have dreamt, and spoken of this soup often. I had not had some of the things in the recipe before, like banana flower, and it was a joyous and unforgettable learning experience. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. I like that they kept the old Irish pub decor from the previous incarnation, it is a pleasure to eat here.“

“Incredibly fun, so many games, great drinks. It was a great choice for date night. Was really impressed with the game selection, a lot of throwbacks. Had so much fun with the pinball machines - you can play to have fun and not worry about having a pocket full of quarters!“

“Everybody is so friendly, Rob the owner always makes you feel comfortable and welcomed, fun games and different events all the time where everyone is encouraged to participate, bands sometimes, dancing if you want .. just an all around great place!“

“Cigars ordered Wednesday the 25th, tracked by Canada Post, were supposed to be delivered Friday the 27th. But the same day I received a message from Canada Post saying they made a delivery error and don't know when they will deliver my package. Well done, Canada Post, and thank you to Victory Cigars for the 5-star service! 👍“

“the irish sessions on the second and fourth sundays each month! right now the queen of hearts drawing“

“love it - and the new food being offered - amazing, authentic“

“Fantastic spot. John is s throw back to an old school Irish bar keep — smart as a whip and a wonderful conversationalist. Go seek out John and enjoy the spirit. P.S. John, there’s nobility, no matter your profession, in working hard and trying to make a better life for your children. You sir, are royal.“

“Looking forward to a visit when out that way! That name GAMBRINO rings a bell!“

“Food is always great and staff is very friendly and polite.“

“beautiful atmosphere pleasant place to go to enjoy meet up with friends“

“Cool spot good for a drink“

“Reopened with a new manager. Absolutely awesome. Very cool vibe with incredible craft cocktails made with fresh ingredients. Also offer many food items. Tons of parking behind the building. If you're looking for a new place for drinks check it out now. You will not be disappointed.“

“I came here the night before my sons funeral. A friend of mine who was like an uncle to my son was with me. We had a great time. The bar tender was great. The drinks where strong, but enjoyable. This was my first time in this bar and must say I had a good time. I would definitely come back. It was a peaceful atmosphere.“

“The place to be for bikers and friends.“

“amazing food great atmosphere“

“Calamari app is AMAZING 😎🤩“

“I go to the Galaway bay every once in awhile with some friends of mine and i highly recommended them the bartenders are great and the drinks are just the way I like them ice cold“

“This is my mom and I's favorite place to go to play pool. I live out of state but still travel once in a while when visiting mom and we always make a stop here. All of the customers know eachother, its a very close group. The new owner is doing great things with this place!“

“I finally had the Smash Burger and it was off the chart!! Sooooo Good👍“

“It's a Friday night at 107 Tap, and the energy is buzzing with excitement. The karaoke night is in full swing, and people are lining up to showcase their singing talents. You and your friends decide to join in on the fun and put your names on the list. As you wait for your turn, you cheer on the brave souls who take the stage, belting out their favorite tunes. The atmosphere is filled with laughter, applause, and the occasional off-key note. Finally, it's your group's turn, and you all step up to the mic with confidence. Whether you're singing a classic ballad or a catchy pop hit, the crowd cheers you on, creating an incredibly supportive and inclusive environment. You laugh, dance, and sing your hearts out, creating unforgettable memories with your friends. The night flies by in a blur of music, laughter, and camaraderie. It's a karaoke night at 107 Tap that you'll always remember as a blast! 🎤🎶“

“This is what you call a neighborhood bar! The place where everybody knows your name and they buy you a drink or order food for the pub once in a while and vice versa. All the bartenders are great on any night! Cold beer, popcorn machine, keno, lottery scratch tickets, video games and certain game night leagues.“

“expectacuiar rico muy buen ambiente“

“Real review of a real situation. But I’d like to mention one thing before getting into it: the half pound lobster roll was absolutely delicious. The bread, lobster quality and quantity, and flavor were all high marks. Probably the best lobster roll in the region. I’ve tried them all. Or at least most. This lobster roll is delicious. And it has a true half pound feel. That aside… I ordered takeout. Half the order was incorrect and a clam chowder was missing. It happens. This place is so fantastic, however, they wanted to go way above and beyond to rectify the situation. I’m so impressed with Sole. And very thankful we have a super solid (actually excellent) seafood place right here in the Wu tang.“

“Excellent rock ’n’ roll venue!
The Raven has just the right amount of grit that a true rock club should have. It regularly features both local and national acts, making it a great spot to catch up-and-coming bands as well as established names. The staff is always friendly, and the owner’s deep knowledge of rock ’n’ roll history makes the place feel authentic and connected to the music.

One of the highlights is the massive mural on the side of the building, featuring New England legends like Nuno Bettencourt, Hugo Ferreira, and Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler. Inside, you’ll also find an impressive rock ’n’ roll collection that adds to the atmosphere.

Even if you’re just passing through, it’s worth a stop for the mural, the history, the vibe, and of course the music 🎶🎸“

“Great food, amazing mojitos, and awesome service! We’ve been to Green Island a handful of times and have zero complaints. The dollar oyster happy hour is something we’ve been missing in Worcester. Bradley is an awesome server, so kind and attentive. Definitely recommend!“

“The most delicious sushi 🍣 Staff are friendly. New place has beautiful decor. My fav is the Kai roll. Drinks are fab too. Can’t wait to go back!“

“Really upbeat fun atmosphere Zach, our server, made excellent drinks and recommendations for food. My new favorite place!“

“I was in your establishment for the very first time today. The atmosphere was very pleasant, service was excellent and the food was delicious and the prices were very reasonable! I plan on returning sometime in the near future! 👍🏻“

“Festive holiday drinks last night were delicious and made us very merry. Fantastic staff, service and dinner too. Just what my elf and I needed.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We celebrated our 35th anniversary and my husband’s 56th birthday at Joey’s Bar & Grill in Worcester, and it was perfect from start to finish. The staff went above and beyond — multiple people came by to thank us for coming, especially when they learned we had driven two hours to be there. That kind of genuine hospitality is rare and made the night extra special. Dinner started with warm homemade bread and oil for dipping. Scott had the braised short ribs, I had the steak tips with grilled veggies — both were absolutely delicious. We ended by sharing the most incredible strawberry shortcake with homemade grilled biscuits, lemon curd, strawberries, ice cream, and whipped cream (with a candle, of course!). 🍓✨ In a city with so many options, Joey’s was truly the best choice. We’ll definitely be back — even though it’s a two-hour drive, it’s absolutely worth it!“

“What a great Italian experience! One of Worcesters finest restaurants it has to offer.

VIA's location can easily be seen by its big golden lit up sign that can be seen at the highway. It is also on a street that is commonly known for it's restaurants in Worcester. The parking is good as long as you ate going after work hours and even if so there is street parking.

VIA's atmosphere feels authentic and modern Italian as it has dim lighting with candlelit atmosphere. This gives away to the brick and mortar style of the building which gives it more of a city Italian restaurant. The music was a bit all over the place from EDM to todays hits. Nothing vulgar but didn't set the mood properly. There was plenty of seating but understandable to have a reservation as the dining room (and outdoor 4 season porch) filled up very quickly. The booths were a bit small but can be moved for better adjustment. The bathrooms are in the kitchen walking past the fresh and housemade display of the gelato giving you a glimpse of what the kitchen is like.

The service was attentive and took care of every thing that made the experience that much better. Our server was friendly and didn't mind to have a small chat that wouldn't have impeded others experience. There was another server that went through and asked us if we needed things that our original server had already asked us. The servers were nice, respectable, and relatable.

Our drinks we had was the Old Fashioned Sweet Potato and the Raspberry Mojito. Both were good and not too strong so that the flavors came through nicely. The thing that made it a good experience for me was the asking of what bourbon I would like with my Old Fashioned. That is next level customer service without any additional cost for substitution.

The food we had was pretty good and worth going back again to try other items. We started off with the house made Ricotta with local honey. The ricotta was creamy, smooth, and easily spreadable. With a local dab of honey all on top of homemade bread toasted on one side made it perfect for a starter to the evening. The main course was pretty good also with the Chicken Parm and Chicken Piccata. The Chicken Parm had a perfect amount of sauce and cheese topping with the chicken itself being perfectly fried that the chicken was still moist. The Chicken Piccata was cooked all little to long and had a slight chew to it with the breading not being to present. The piccata sauce was not too buttery but didn't have to much lemon zest either. The sauce was good if you were able to get some from the bottom to have on the chicken. The capers and grape tomatoes are always a touch on the piccata that is needed. As for the noodles, they were fresh and tasted fantastic. For our dessert we had (of course) Tiramisu and Affagato. The Tiramisu was a good (little bit too much after dinner) portion. The lady fingers were not over soaked and the marscarpone was creamy. The coffee and rum flavors were very present throughout the dessert. As for the Affagato, 2 wonderful vanilla Gelato scoops with crumples of biscotti and with the Pirouline sticking out of the Gelato made the presentation amazing. With the espresso nice and warm and smells controlling the air around made a wonderful pour over the Gelato. The combination was nothing short of being a great affagato.

Overall, I will definitely be coming back to try other dishes and wines as VIA is what it means to have an Italian experience in the city of Worcester.“

“Went out looking for dessert after a disappointing dinner and found this place, it is just fantastic. We had boozy cocoa drinks and some lovely pastry. The couches are very comfortable too!“

“I arrived close to closing time but the cashier was really friendly and even offered to prepare meals, but I chose from what was already ready. Really good flan, although the area isn't really inspiring safety (maybe that's a Worcester problem in general).“

“Love the event space. I did not eat at the restraunt, but I did attend a show. Although the Mansion is huge, the show room I attended was intimate. It seems to have potential to open up to become a larger space. The details of the Bull Mansion were intricate and very authentic. The house has been kept up very well. The bathrooms are pretty and clean. Fancy! If you enjoy old architecture, you will enjoy this space.“

“I came in with a group for a birthday and the food and service were great. We ordered everything from Guiness Pie to Chicken Pot Pie. No complaints from anyone and our waitress, Bridget deserves a raise for putting up with us! We'll be back!“

“Always great service and great food!“

“Excellent food and service!“

“First time here St.Patrick’s W/E really fun atmosphere & great food, value & service. This Irishman got Polish food & my Polish friend got steak tips ! Cool band playing. Bostonians like us prefer Worcester & Providence! ☘️“

“My wife and love this place. Awesome! Food!“

“Me and the Mrs had a very nice dinner Ribeyes are excellent , Adam was very personable. Everything tase very good portions could be a bit bigger , and maybe expand the menu abit. That's my only reservation, we will be going back to try lunch , Highly recomended Paul and Maria.“

“10/10! The staff make you feel like family and are truly the best!! They always go above and beyond and the food is amazing!!“