Back Bay Ale House
$$ • Bar & Grill, Seafood, BurgersAbout Back Bay Ale House
Customers' Favorites
Ale House Garlic Shrimp
Mussels Red or White
Crab Cake Sandwich
Jerk Chicken Wings
Cream of Crab Soup
Seafood Cobb Salad
Guinness Burger
Fried Shrimp
Fish & Chips
Bob Marley
Back Bay Ale House Reviews
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We went over LDW 2025, totally unplanned, and it was only our 2nd time there. We sat at the little bar on the small porch. My husband and I had the absolute best time! What started out as having a couple of drinks ended with many more and a great, upbeat afternoon! Katie was bartending and she was OUTSTANDING! That young lady was ebb and flowing and never skipped a beat and she never stopped being busy while we were there. Drinks were flowing, music was so fun, Katie handled it...read full review
This is a very fun place with a great atmosphere. The highlight of our lunch was the Bloody Mary’s which were one pint and $12 each. The Half & Half soup was excellent! My wife was not impressed with her crab cake sandwich however. The flavor was lacking and she thought it should have been crispier as opposed to wet. My cheeseburger was just ok. It looked and tasted like a frozen patty as opposed to a good fresh ground beef cheeseburger. The shrimp tacos looked good, so that...read full review
We walked from our condo and thought we would sit outside but it started to rain. Got a seat at the bar and had a wonderful meal. The bar tender was fantastic as was the Old Bay fries, the mussels and especially the jerk chicken wings! A nice selection of local beers too.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
The Back Bay Ale House is a cozy spot with a great atmosphere, offering limited seating upstairs. The service is attentive, with staff willing to meet the needs of all customers. The menu features a range of options, including tuna nachos, Caribbean Korean beef tacos, and garlic shrimp. The drink selection is extensive, and the restaurant provides a relaxing spot to enjoy a drink and some appetizers while taking in the views of the boats and casinos.
Customers praise the personable bartender, Payton, who offers great drink recommendations and creates a friendly atmosphere. The food is consistently good, and the place is described as a great spot for good food, good drinks, and good company, whether it's lively or more relaxed. The kielbasa is a customer favorite. Visitors appreciate the bartender's attentiveness, especially when they need to slow down their pace.