Cash only! Great, quiet local spot to grab a drink. Everyone was very friendly and laid back. Not busy on a Tuesday evening but a great place to hang out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anya R
Ralph's is an exceptional venue that my boyfriend and I frequent, particularly for the metal rock shows they sponsor, though they also host open mic comedy nights that bring a fun variety to the scene. The venue has an upstairs and downstairs, each with its own character. Upon entering, the restaurant is on the left, serving delicious classic American fare—especially their burgers, which are a must-try—and offering drinks at the bar. To the right, there’s another bar and a seating area, providing a cozy space for those wanting a quieter atmosphere. Personally, we love the energy of the shows upstairs, where there’s also a bar to keep the vibe lively.
The ambiance at Ralph’s is gritty and dark, the perfect backdrop for hard rock and punk. Despite the edgy atmosphere, the people here are consistently warm-hearted and welcoming. Whether it’s the performers, the patrons, or the staff, everyone brings a genuine friendliness that makes each visit memorable. Mike, the bartender, deserves special recognition because his gentle and kind demeanor exceeds even his skill in mixing drinks. His presence adds an extra layer of warmth to the experience.
One of the best parts of Ralph's is meeting interesting people from all over, including a few familiar faces. We've even run into the guy who works at the music shop where my boyfriend has his instruments tuned up and fixed—having that sense of community here adds so much to the experience. Ralph’s is a place that offers more than just live performances; it’s a spot where great conversations with strangers come naturally and where music lovers can feel truly at home. We always look forward to our visits, knowing we’ll leave with unforgettable memories and connections.
Parking: While the parking lot is free, it does have a few potholes, and the terrain is a bit hilly. For anyone planning to come in heels, just a heads-up to be cautious. It’s definitely worth the visit, though a little extra care getting from the car to the venue can make it even more enjoyable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nataki Romeo
Cool spot. Will definitely go back
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Gabby Schoolcraft
We were walking around Worcester for the day brewery hopping and decided to stop in for a drink. Upon entrance we were accosted at by the bartender for bringing in our owala water bottles (we were carrying them around with us all day). We offered to dump them out and we were continued to be yelled at by the same bartender. Overall the place has a great dive bar feel but will not be returning due to our experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
michael ruggles
came here because of Amanda's bad review.. say she AIN'T GONNA BE BACK! GOOD! because it means I AIN'T GONNA SEE HER!Ralph;'s is great. Barb loved the cat
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda Langevin
I walked in the night before Thanksgiving to have a drink with my friends and husband and the woman behind the bar said that she wasn't going to give me a drink right then and there because it was last call even though it was only 1:00 in the morning and she knew who she had to serve first even though I had patiently been waiting there for about 15 minutes with my money in hand. The exchange that we had verbally took about the amount of time it would have taken her to get two drinks for us. It was ridiculous and I will never go back there again.
Clint Kilmister
10/10 this place is great! Every time I visit MA I go here with all my friends. Hannah and LA are both bartenders and they’re all so friendly and fast. Don’t skip out on this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Belu Aranda
bartender scammed us :/ gave her 20 for a 4.75 and gave 5.25 back. when asked about my 20 dollar bill she said I gave her 10
Good stuff. Quiet and a dive bar. Note: this bar is cash only.
Johnathan Whitcher
This place had the best atmosphere with absolutely the best of drinks
Johnathan Demers
This place had the best atmosphere with absolutely the best of drinks
Luis Fernando Garcia
expectacuiar rico muy buen ambiente
Nicole Nylen
Probably one of the worst bars I have been to in Worcester, extremely hot and the bartender was incredibly rude for no reason at all. Zero customer service skills, I highly DO NOT recommend coming here especially for a girls night out. Plenty of other places in Worcester to spend money.
Cash only! Great, quiet local spot to grab a drink. Everyone was very friendly and laid back. Not busy on a Tuesday evening but a great place to hang out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ralph's is an exceptional venue that my boyfriend and I frequent, particularly for the metal rock shows they sponsor, though they also host open mic comedy nights that bring a fun variety to the scene. The venue has an upstairs and downstairs, each with its own character. Upon entering, the restaurant is on the left, serving delicious classic American fare—especially their burgers, which are a must-try—and offering drinks at the bar. To the right, there’s another bar and a seating area, providing a cozy space for those wanting a quieter atmosphere. Personally, we love the energy of the shows upstairs, where there’s also a bar to keep the vibe lively.
The ambiance at Ralph’s is gritty and dark, the perfect backdrop for hard rock and punk. Despite the edgy atmosphere, the people here are consistently warm-hearted and welcoming. Whether it’s the performers, the patrons, or the staff, everyone brings a genuine friendliness that makes each visit memorable. Mike, the bartender, deserves special recognition because his gentle and kind demeanor exceeds even his skill in mixing drinks. His presence adds an extra layer of warmth to the experience.
One of the best parts of Ralph's is meeting interesting people from all over, including a few familiar faces. We've even run into the guy who works at the music shop where my boyfriend has his instruments tuned up and fixed—having that sense of community here adds so much to the experience. Ralph’s is a place that offers more than just live performances; it’s a spot where great conversations with strangers come naturally and where music lovers can feel truly at home. We always look forward to our visits, knowing we’ll leave with unforgettable memories and connections.
Parking: While the parking lot is free, it does have a few potholes, and the terrain is a bit hilly. For anyone planning to come in heels, just a heads-up to be cautious. It’s definitely worth the visit, though a little extra care getting from the car to the venue can make it even more enjoyable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cool spot. Will definitely go back
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
We were walking around Worcester for the day brewery hopping and decided to stop in for a drink. Upon entrance we were accosted at by the bartender for bringing in our owala water bottles (we were carrying them around with us all day). We offered to dump them out and we were continued to be yelled at by the same bartender. Overall the place has a great dive bar feel but will not be returning due to our experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
came here because of Amanda's bad review.. say she AIN'T GONNA BE BACK! GOOD! because it means I AIN'T GONNA SEE HER!Ralph;'s is great. Barb loved the cat
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I walked in the night before Thanksgiving to have a drink with my friends and husband and the woman behind the bar said that she wasn't going to give me a drink right then and there because it was last call even though it was only 1:00 in the morning and she knew who she had to serve first even though I had patiently been waiting there for about 15 minutes with my money in hand. The exchange that we had verbally took about the amount of time it would have taken her to get two drinks for us. It was ridiculous and I will never go back there again.
10/10 this place is great! Every time I visit MA I go here with all my friends. Hannah and LA are both bartenders and they’re all so friendly and fast. Don’t skip out on this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
bartender scammed us :/ gave her 20 for a 4.75 and gave 5.25 back. when asked about my 20 dollar bill she said I gave her 10
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
It's welcoming, great atmosphere.
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Good stuff. Quiet and a dive bar. Note: this bar is cash only.
This place had the best atmosphere with absolutely the best of drinks
This place had the best atmosphere with absolutely the best of drinks
expectacuiar rico muy buen ambiente
Probably one of the worst bars I have been to in Worcester, extremely hot and the bartender was incredibly rude for no reason at all. Zero customer service skills, I highly DO NOT recommend coming here especially for a girls night out. Plenty of other places in Worcester to spend money.
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