Have walked by this place for years and finally made it in. Overlooking the highway and inside a parking garage is this tiny bar with a warm atmosphere. We came for dinner and drinks. Loved my vanilla barrel cream ale. Oh ya, no cocktails here, only brews and wine! I liked that tbh. More raw feeling. Started with gold style tenders, sauce was tasty and tangy and the tenders were fresh. I liked it dipped in the blue cheese. I then got the bacon bleu burger which was good but on the smaller side. I got mashed potatoes as a side which was delicious! The server asked if I wanted gravy and then proceeded to charge $2 (I didn't even use it). I always get a little salty when places aren't transparent about up charges but anyway. My boyfriend got an order of the twin chili cheese dogs. He enjoyed them and hit the spot. A lot of people around us were ordering the hot dogs. Was the food amazing? No. Was the vibes and coziness outstanding and I felt like I was living in a movie? Ya. Would I come back? Ya. read more

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An American classic, must visit when in Boston. Greatest vibe. Heads up it's just beer and seltzer. Super cool bartenders and vinyl playing in the background. read more

Bukowski Tavern - Sorry, the only pic I took was a dang selfie. - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Fun atmosphere ! Free samples of beers this day. They also had lord of the rings playing on the TV which was fantastic. Food was yummy too, albeit not that exciting. read more

Bukowski Tavern - Bacon bbq burger and beer - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Decent Bar with good 90's 00's soundtrack. Good beer selection and interesting range of people

Loved the vibes in here. Was staying nearby for a conference and just wanted a beer in a less fancy environment. Was so pleased this spot serves only beer and wine. No frills (unless you want some bar food). We had already eaten so beers it was. The bartender was friendly and helped my friend pick out some sours. I stick with the Hazy and wasn't disappointed. This just be a lore local spot later on in the evening because less than 20 min after we arrived the place was packed. Some good tunes on the speaker and an overall good time. read more

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Visited this cozy pub after a Red Sox game and it was a great way to round out the night. Love the location and how it's built into the side of the parking garage. We found seats at the bar. Service was great and there was a good selection of beers on tap. We also got the White Trash Poutine tots which were smothered in cheese sauce, brown gravy, and scallions. Yum! I would definitely go back just for to have these tots again. Relaxed and non-pretentious atmosphere, good food, great drinks, and fair prices. Will keep this on our "post Red Sox game" short list. read more

My favorite bar in Boston. The staff are all amazing, and the vibes are unmatched. They only play records, and there's always some classic movies on the tvs. Food is great and the beer is cold! My only gripe is that it is definitely on the more pricey side. read more

Bukowski Tavern - Friends - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Had a fun evening with some family members at Bukowski Tavern. We drank a bunch of beer, of course. The selection was pretty good. I enjoyed a winterfest from Jack's Abby. We shared pretzel bites and Kenmare tots that were tasty. I had a Bratwurst Sandwich that was very good. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their meals which included burgers and a Chicken Caesar Wrap. Our server did an awesome job of keeping our glasses full without being intrusive. Would not hesitate to return to this Beer dive bar. read more

Great find on a side street downtown. Nice selection of beers and rail car diner ambience. Friendly bar staff , a great spot for a downtown nightcap read more

Awesome place! We came here after comedy show for a bite to eat mostly but also bit of cider. I got the corn dog thing with fries and portion was large and perfect for a cold evening! I really liked the place too, it was happening with groups of people stopping by (fun to people watch) but still a somewhat narrow / cozy style place and we had a great time here (plus cute bartender of course!). And very conveniently located and nice that it's open late. read more

According to the sign, this is world famous. Cute little bar snugged into a parking deck. Grabbed chicken tenders before shopping at the nearby mall. Beware - They don't have honey mustard! Tragic! Bartender was nice though and gave me more bbq sauce. read more

Service was nonexistent, we sat there for 10 minutes with no acknowledgment, nothing. Atmosphere was not welcoming to new comers. Our group went right next door to El Barco for drinks instead and was immediately welcomed. read more

Gotta make a stop @ the Bukowski Tavern! Crazy local haunt that is unassuming, humble and just a good place to grab a beer with friends! They do serve food but we had already had apps at our last stop. read more

Bukowski Tavern - Us! @ the Tavern! Happy Groday - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Very cool place, if you like local and you like dive bar types with character and their own identity... stop here- tucked away but find it, I don't usually give the fifth star without food but I saw a lot of the food and it looked too notch bar food- in addition to that the patrons and experience were so awesome the food would have to be a 3 to take this place down read more

I love this place! The fact that it's named after the great writer brought me in, but the friendly staff, chill vibe, awesome decor and excellent food are what keep me going back (though I do miss the vegetarian meatball sub!) Bonus, occasionally they'll have a vintage pop up and I got some sweet shirts! Bukowski forever! To All My Friends... read more

Bukowski Tavern - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place is definitely a dive beer bar. There are no other liquors, including wine, but they will carry cider or selzers. They play early 1970's by spinning the vinyl on the record player and changing the album constantly throughout the evening. I had the bacon burger because it was the safe choice, plus the bartender suggested that was the best pick of the menu items. The fries were very fresh, but they are strict on the ketchup they provide in a small paper cup, more like a thimble. Serving was okay. They don't check up on you, and the place fills up fast with toursits looking for a cold brew. No complaints on the burger or fries. It's loud not because of the music but also due to lots of people socializing. I probably would pick another place to hang out in Boston next time. read more

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This is my favorite bar in Boston. It sweetens the deal that they have a veggie dog :) Love the literary vibe also. read more

Great little beer bar! Awesome husband and wife owners. Solid vinyl collection spinning!

Small, dark bar near the Prudential. Definitely a dive bar that locals frequent. Good selection of beers on tap. Friendly bartenders. Good place to chill before, during, or after the game if you want a fun atmosphere. read more

I came in here with a few friends on a whim! We were looking for a place to get drinks but didn't want to go somewhere too fancy in the area. Thankfully, this place fit the bill! It's a beer and cider-only joint, and they definitely have something for everyone here. The beer list is rad with tons of super cool and unique ciders and sours. There's of course your classic Guinness on the menu, too. I really enjoyed the vibe of this place, especially. It's quite small and packed with tons of character. There's stuff all over the walls, and hilarious chalkboard writing. The bathroom is decked out in tons of stickers. It's just a really fun bar with a divey vibe and great drinks. As I was sitting with my friends, I noticed they were playing a lot of Sufjan Stevens. I turned around and noticed they had a fully-functional vinyl record player behind the bar. So cool! Definitely, something I'm not used to seeing. All in all, this is a great spot to check out if you're a fan of beer and cider and are looking for something more low-key. read more

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We are big fans of Charles so of course we had to stop into this dive bar. Cash is preferred and they have a great selection of beers. The food looked great but we didn't order any bc we had just eaten. We love a hole in the wall. The bartenders were nice and the music was good. read more

Bukowski Tavern - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Was extremely disappointed by the poutine tater tots which came highly recommended. But other than that, got exactly what I was looking for: good beer in a divey atmosphere. Loved the rock and punk music. Loved the wood everywhere and the low lights and being cheerfully served but mostly left alone. Also had a delightful chat with the bouncer (whose name I've now forgotten ). read more

Was looking for a place to get food after 9pm. This establishment popped up, as it was near my hotel. And, not that I was looking for it, one thing that was highlighted was that they had a peanut butter burger. One of my favorites. So, of course I had to come here. The place is small and kind of dark. Luckily, it wasn't busy at this time at night and there was plenty of bar seats. Food wise, I knew what I was going to order (as stated above). I figured I would have a beer while I was here, too. They had a unique cider on tap, which was Blake's Caramel Apple Cider. I took a shot with it. I was not disappointed. As soon as the glass arrived you could smell the caramel. But, it wasn't overbearing in the taste. Again, a unique taste. Now, on to the burger. IF you never had a PB burger, you are missing out. You have a few side options to choose from and I went with a side salad for a $2 up charge. And it is a small portion. Worth the up charge? Probably not. The burger, itself, I think was a frozen patty. Didn't really taste that fresh. I got mine with bacon, and the bacon was cooked perfectly. And it had a perfect portion of peanut butter. The main downside about this experience was the customer service. It looked like there were 2 guys working, not counting the guy in the kitchen. But, they were more concerned about looking and playing vinyl than taking care of the customer. Oh well. Someone else's mileage may vary here. read more

Bukowski Tavern - Peanut Butter Burger with bacon & a side salad - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Bukowski Tavern is a great hole-in-the-wall bar in a great location. It is easily accessible via the T. The menu includes a nice selection of beers, including several local beers, and they also have an extensive food menu. I tried the Hermit Thrush and Winter Hill beers. The Hermit Thrush is a delicious sour, and I highly recommend it. The prices of the beers are fairly average. We shared an order of tots and they were so good that they were gone before I could snap a picture. Needless to say, that is a must-order if you're looking for a snack alongside your beer! This bar doesn't seem to be very busy most of the time, so it is a good place to visit for some social activity during the pandemic without being around too many people. read more

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Not the same place I used to know. Definitely changed for the worse post-pan. Subjective: Blasting loud house music at 3pm. Odd choice. Narrow selection for a "Beer Bar". Objective: long hairs found in two dishes. $14 for a 1/2 size back yard dried chicken sandwich. Freeze-burnt fries. Room temp chili. cheesy/protein-y dirty PRB tap lines. Not goin back any time soon- sad! read more

No hard liquor license when I went, but they will do their best to accommodate beer, cider, and wine to your taste (I had an awesome Moscow Mule Cider). The "White Trash Cheese Dip" is a queso-adjacent hidden gem. Beyond packed on game days. Cute hole in the wall bar vibes. read more

Stopped in twice during the marathon. Fast service, fine beer selection, tots were good. Very happy to visit this gay bar with a literary theme read more

Fun "hole in the wall" tucked away in Boston! Youthful service, good beer and pub food! If you are a Bukowski fan you will love the quotes displayed on the walls. Enjoy! read more

Bukowski Tavern - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Very small dive looking place located literally under a public parking garage Reasonable prices with a decent local draft list We had their Peanut Butter Hamburger- yup - try - you'll like it! We did read more

As a fan and former collector of bukowski's work, it's very cool to see a bar in his name. Not sure it's a place Hank would visit (it's not a down and dirty dive bar). But it's a nice setup and simple design. read more

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Great spot with a solid beer selection. Vinyl record collection and record player in use and on display behind the bar. read more

Bukowski Tavern - a glass of beer on a bar - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

You get 5-stars for the lights out beer (draft) selection. 5-stars for atmosphere. 5-stars for service. The food (though I did not have any), looks quite, quite tasty. Great location, and reasonably priced. read more

Bukowski Tavern - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Come here you loser. U like beer, right? What else are you doing tonight? Letting life pass you by? Put some shoes on and come out, you jack wad. read more

Bukowski Tavern - Peanut butter bacon burger and Zombie Dust Pale - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This is a local dive bar with the best tater tots!!! I'm not sure what they add to it but it has an extra spice that keeps me coming back. Service is solid, the place is small enough that if you need service your server is never far away. read more

Great beer bar and atmosphere, props to the DJ's spinning vinyl...great times and if you can choose a beer. Spin the wheel read more

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Peanut butter burger was pretty dope. Food was hot and fresh when it came out. Burger patties were a lil sus but the beer was good.

Went for late dinner and drinks on a Sunday in Boston. It's a pretty small dive bar, but it does have plenty of character as you can see from its menu. Service was average. The food is pretty good, and it even features some vegan items. I had the peanut butter and bacon cheeseburger, which was pretty awesome. They even managed to make my burger medium rare as requested. Their white trash poutine tater tots are amazing. The cheese sauce and gravy combo was quite addicting. Strangely enough, they make really good potato products in general. Their fries, tater tots, and mashed potatoes were all perfect. Their beer list is extensive and features more than your run of the mill macro brews. Prices aren't bad but they are unfortunately CASH ONLY. read more

Bukowski Tavern - White trash queso - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I pass through Boston a lot for work. I make it a point to visit a new restaurant/bar every time. First, I check out the Yelp reviews to set my expectations. I note and analyze the good and the bad reviews. I am a "dive bar" connoisseur. It takes ONE thing to make a dive bar "rise" or "dive" : the Service. Being a "dive bar" doesn't mean having "divey" service. Unfortunately, tonight, I didn't get the service that would have kept me there beyond ONE beer. I wanted to try their food- even though the main focus seems to be tater tots. I got a beer quickly. There were two bartenders. Both just appeared somber. One left for a brief while. I got close to empty on the beer. Nobody came by and asked if I wanted to order food. They seemed like they were not wanting to even be there. I don't like having to work. I'd rather be independently wealthy and do other things too! But when i face the public- my boss expects me to help my own paycheck by at least appearing like I'm "OK" and giving the appearance that i would like to see the customer enjoy being there. Now, the place has a "schtick" - it IS known for it's unique quirky/eclectic theme and so forth. But that doesn't let people off the hook for doing a good job. I got tired of being ignored, watching somber faces - and it wasn't busy. They seemed like they were at some work camp vs trying to earn a tip on your experience. I left a tip anyway. I know it's a dive bar. But grimace (if you can't force a smile) once in a while or say "welcome" one time. I was nice, maybe reflect that back? IDK. I went across the street and had a much better warm experience at the same price. So, I'm sorry to say- not coming back. Maybe they didn't like me because only locals are welcome? Now- on to the review for the place I did find that earned more stars.... read more

Best bar in town!! Make sure to visit this pub when in the heart of Boston, excellent service, super fun vibe, wide variety of draft and bottled beers, fun menu. Try the peanut butter burger!! Also the chicken quesadilla and zucchini fries are awesome. Guinness on draft. I can't wait to get back there myself!! read more

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Mongo think Charles like this bar. Mongo say this perfect dive bar. Mongo need all fingers AND toes to count all the beers at here! Mongo think bartender very nice. Mongo raise a glass (or four) to Charles! Mongo very happy at here. Mrs. Mongo no happy at here = Mrs. Mongo have to drive now. Sorry, Mrs. Mongo... "A drink for all Mongo's friends!" ~ Mongo Ishkabibble "Mongo hid in bars, because Mongo didn't want to hide in factories." ~ Mongo Ishkabibble "Mongo don't like jail, they got the wrong kind of bars in there." ~ Mongo Ishkabibble Mongo feel like read poem... there's a bluebird in Mongo heart that wants to get out but Mongo too tough for him, Mongo say, stay in there, Mongo not going to let anybody see you. there's a bluebird in Mongo heart that wants to get out but Mongo pour whiskey on him and inhale cigarette smoke and the whores and the bartenders and the grocery clerks never know that he's in there. (mic drop) read more

Bukowski Tavern - Beer! Beer! Beer! Beer! - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts