Solid beer and food selection. We got the hazy and some clam chowder and enjoyed both. Love the logo design so I had to get a shirt. read more

Brewery 410 We stopped in here for a few beers and lunch after walking around Boston Commons and the Public Gardens all morning. I got my usual flight to start that included 2 hazy IPA's, a pale ale, and a blonde. The beer types were pretty standard. I didn't see anything crazy, but all were solid to really good. My favorite was the One IPA to Rule them all (hazy). For lunch the lady friend and I split a French Fries flight which is parmesan fries with 3 different dipping sauces. What a great idea. One of the sauces was a cilantro ranch (delish) and the other 2 appeared to be something similar to Raisin' Cane's sauce (I don't like mayo so I didn't try). The fries were a little soggy though. I also got an order of Gochujang and lime sauced wings. These were phenomenal! The best wings I have had in a long time, maybe ever! Holy Shit, I want to go back to Boston just to eat these again. Cool atmosphere, very nice bartenders, very good beer and great wings! read more

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Came here for a quick beer. Beer was cold. Service was great. Ambiance was super cool. We didn't try the food so I cannot comment. I will most definitely return for beer and food at a later date! It's worth it if you are in the area. read more

Democracy Brewing - Beer - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The only redeeming thing about this place is the charming waitstaff. The food is meh and the beer is overpriced. Skip it! read more

Democracy Brewing - Brewing vats - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great beer offerings and fantastic wings in the heart of Boston theater district. Great spot for World Cup games (next time) read more

Democracy Brewing - Great wings are served here! - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Stopped in for a couple of brews. Didn't try the food. Bartender was courteous. They had a number of good brews with ABV's running low to high. Nice selection of food on the menu too. read more

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Stopped by as we needed a break from the scorching heat! We were sat immediately and thankful for the air conditioning and chairs! It did take a little while for our waitress to come and take our order byt once she did, things were running more smoothly. Ended up ordering their clam chowder, chicken salad bowl with fries. It was all flavorful. The chowder was very delicious. We had no complaints at all. Big open space with plenty of seating throughout the area. read more

I came here while in town in June, so happened to be there while the Scots were taking over the town. I was surprisingly able to be sat, as most all of the tables were full of people. Service was a bit slow but everyone was scrambling, so it really wasn't surprising and I was just happy to be able to get a drink and some food. I tried the seltzer but personally wasn't a fan - it sounds like the beer was a better choice, though some were sold out at that point (see reference to the Scots having taken over). I ended up eating a couple of tacos and having a fry flight. The food took a little bit to get, but it was really tasty. Overall, I had a good experience in a crazy time and was rooting for the staff trying to get everyone settled. read more

Came to Democracy Brewing for a drag show in the back room. It's a neat lil spot! I love that the big dramatic doors can close & create a private-feeling environment. The rest of the brewery just melts away. There's a satellite bar in the back room, too. That blue raspberry seltzer is really electric. Unfortunately, the night I was there, the kitchen randomly closed kinda early. I hadn't eaten anything & had come from Providence, so I was starving. A little blip in their service, no big deal, but a big blip for me. read more

Democracy Brewing - Stabitha 3 - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Had lunch here and this was our first visit. Started off with a flight, all beers were solid, but no beer blew me away. I had the Crispy Cod sandwich with fries, overall fairly good sandwich. My wife had the ultimate burger and she really enjoyed it. The place inside is done very well and is a nice spot to dine and drink near The Commons. Service was good throughout our visit. read more

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Democracy Brewing is conveniently located along the Freedom Trail (near Granary cemetery where John Hancock, Sam Adams, and Paul Revere are buried) The facility itself is long and rather narrow, moderate amount of seating and a long bar to drink at. I'm a basic girl when it comes to beer and I believe you can tell a lot about a brewer by testing the most basic of brews- a simple lager. Democracy did not disappoint on that front! Service was fast and friendly, the beer was crisp, clean, and tasty. I did find the setting itself a little spartan, but this is a personal aesthetic thing- I was itching to grab a paintbrush and some wall hangings to be honest. Would I go back again? Totally! read more

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Great spot to grab a bite and a refreshing beer in the downtown Boston area! Lots of beers on tap to choose from, super quick and friendly service, and a variety of delicious options on the food menu to choose from if looking for a shareable plate or some dinner with friends! The place is pretty large with ample seating, it can be a bit loud but overall great for families, big groups and the like. My tacos were absolutely delicious!! I was so pleasantly surprised. read more

Democracy Brewing - Tacos - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Walking around Boston one very cold evening, I came across Democracy Brewing. Empty. No one present. Not a soul. Just two ladies near the front door waiting to seat you. Where I would typically be taken aback, I was more shocked that they were still open with the whole city seemingly shut down because of the cold and piles of snow. I was welcomed warmly and when asked if I could make an order to go warmed even further as they smiled and happily took my order. I asked for no ketchup with my order to which one of the ladies immediately paused, and asked for any other food restrictions that I might have. She explained all that was included in the meal that could potentially irritate my restrictions. She told me it would be about twenty-minutes, so I took the opportunity to run down the street to the grocery store for some post-meal goodies. When I returned she greeted me quickly at the door and asked if a specific ingredient was included in my restrictions - I responded that it was and her smile spread far across her face in a matter of relief. She replied - oh good, I thought so, I had the cook make a second burger without it just in case. Are you kidding me?! So yes, the food, way better than expected for a brewery, but the service? All Star~!!! read more

Was staying in Back Bay and looking for a neighborhood brewery. Democracy brewing popped up so I wandered over. The taproom was larger than I expected. I ordered a flight, two of their hazy IPAs, a lager and their key lime pie sour. All the beers were really good but I especially liked the hazy IPAs. Staff was friendly and service was quick. If you're near the Boston Common and looking for a beer, give this place a chance. read more

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Came here for a drink since I had a reservation for dinner shortly after. I got a beer flight as well as a boozy lemonade. I was impressed by the waitress being so through with explaining the details about each beer in my flight. The boozy lemonade was okay. Nothing to write to home about. The ambiance was peaceful for a bar. There was a private room near the back if a single party wanted to get rowdy. The themed decorations inside were nice too. read more

Cool little place located just off from the Boston common area. Their tap selection offers a little bit of everything and this is a great brewery because it offers food as well. Service was top-notch and the location is absolutely beautiful. read more

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Came here for dinner around 5 on a Friday before seeing The Nutcracker at the Boston Opera House and it was pretty empty, food was decent. Vibe: Good sized bar, one large table in the middle but lots of smaller tables around, event space. Bathrooms downstairs were pretty grungy. Service: Very good, our server was super attentive. Drinks: They have beer, seltzer, and mocktails. I tried a mocktail and it was way over the top sweet, otherwise the flavor was alright. Food: Bao buns - tasty filling, buns cracked and a little dry in spots Fish taco - very good Mac n' cheese - sauce was a bit watery but it was DELICIOUS Accessibility - Like 10 feet away from Downtown Crossing and close to Park St. stops. Value: Prices were fine for the food quality and quantity Overall this was a solid place to grab and meal, would recommend the fish tacos. read more

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This was a great brewery stop in Boston! Inside is super clean and the staff was amazing. The so pitted beer is fantastic and we enjoyed trying several others too. read more

Democracy Brewing - Beer flight - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Pretty fun place to meet friends after work or enjoy a beer with coworkers. I love that they have their own selection of beer to pick from. Service is fast but it does get busy later towards the night even on a weeknight. read more

Lots of walking throughout the city left us a bit tired and thirsty and we happened upon Democracy Brewing! It was a little after lunch time, so the place wasn't too busy. Grabbed a couple spots at the bar and chatted up the friendly bartender. I went with a sampler, which also allows you to select an in-house seltzer, which I did of course. All the drinks were good. The smoked beer was very interesting and not something I could drink a lot of; it's like liquid smoked pork! Nice spot to rest our feet and quench our thirst. read more

I've been here a few times and am always impressed by their menu and food! I can't speak to the beer but the seltzer cocktails are good - the Blueberry Bestie is my favorite. This time I had the tofu dish off their new menu, I thought it was pretty good, but I could have done with more cucumber slaw and teriyaki sauce. Either way I would definitely go back! read more

Democracy Brewing - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

A nice little brewery near Boston Commons. The drinks were solid; Fade To Black was my favorite. The food was good. I had the lobster roll and fries. The bartender was fast and friendly enough. Prices seemed a little high but I'd go back again. read more

Democracy Brewing - Flight. Nov. 2024 - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

None of the beers or the food blew me away. But it was a good spot to hit after a show at the opera house! read more

Democracy Brewing - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We stopped at democracy for dinner and a drink before a show. The restaurant is very clean, welcoming, and spacious. A couple of the beers were out, so alternatives were suggested. They also have seltzer cocktails for people who don't like beer. The food was honestly better than expected. My husband and I really enjoyed the wings. We got the chef sauce on it, and it came with a homemade ranch dressing. I would try that again. Mac and cheese was very filling and tasty. Chicken kebab tasted fresh and fries well done. Churros also were very tasty (pictured after we had two). Our server was excellent. Very attentive and bubbly. The only downside here was the male server working with the table next to us left a sour taste in my mouth. A couple, clear English second language, came in confused about seating and were directed to a table. The woman asked about stouts, the server just said "we don't have stouts" then walked away. Her partner tried to talk to a bartender about the beers and the server came back over asking what they were doing. She explained that she wanted someone to offer an alternative, he again said "we don't have a stout". She asked what they have he would suggest... he suggested a mocha stout. Not sure what his attitude was about, but it was clear there was one. Otherwise really good experience. read more

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The beer here is pretty good, the food is not the best. I got the fried fish tacos, they had corn on them, and there was way too much corn. I also got fries, which was good. Overall wouldn't get food here. The service was okay, overall difficult to know when they would come back around after we ordered food. read more

Charged me automatic gratuity to makeup for Europeans in town who don't tip, and they had the nerve to pour my cup only half way. Rip off!

The spice on the chicken was too overpowering for me. The beers and the customer service were good. I think the menu leaned more Mexican then American cuisine. read more

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We came here for lunch before seeing Funny Girl at the Opera House. We have dined here before so knew we would be satisfied. The staff is super friendly and offer great recommendations. It is an interesting space that got louder and as it became more crowded. The menu has changed a bit and offers international fare, which I was honestly a bit dubious about trying. I am glad we tried the newer dishes, however. The Butter Chicken was tender and flavorful. I would have preferred it with rice rather than nan, but it made a satisfactory lunch. The Spätzle Mac n Cheese was delicious if a bit hot seasoning-wise. There should be a note on the menu as it was almost too hot for my daughter. The Arepa Peluga was good but our third favorite of the three. Note, the restrooms are in the basement. read more

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Great seltzer drinks for the non-beer drinkers. The pub food had just the right amount of heat with the sausage on the burger and the wing sauce. read more

There are so many options to choose from in the Boston Commons area, but we got lucky that we landed here. Our food was amazing, the service is great and the beer cold and on-point. Traveling with our 12/14/16 year old kids and they ALL AGREED that this place was one of our favorites. The churros were a favorite and they are still raving about out them 4 days later. read more

Mid-afternoon lunch. A bit noisy because the World Cup was on the TV screens. But not crowded. Had the cod crunch sandwich--really nice fish--and an IPA. All good and friendly staff. read more

Pretty solid beers and service! Added plus, great throwback music. It was a quick walk from the Boston common read more

Democracy Brewing - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Food and drinks were good, server was rude. She was all over us the whole time then pushed the bill on us and then asked us to leave so she could flip the table. We were not done with the last of our drinks and when I asked if there was a reservation on the table, she said no but she had a list. Had I known she was about to ask us to leave, I wouldn't have given a 20% tip. First visit, probably the last visit. read more

Awesome place! Gray bee, love the historical aspect of the building! Nice menu, great staff read more

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Stopped in for a quick beer while hanging out in the area. I love that this was a rooftop outdoor venue. We had amazing weather so it was a great time to sit outside and enjoy a cold beer. I walked up to the serving area and ordered, a lager from democracy brewing. It was crisp and had a good flavor. read more

Democracy Brewing - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great menu, nice atmosphere, and the service was quick for being completely full. The beer was very good and had many options for all

Beers are fine. A bit mediocre to be honest. Food was pretty good, despite taking an exceptionally long time to come out. Coleslaw was too much onion. Worth a skip. Good fries Service was slow. Couldn't for the life of us at a table get more drinks or our check. If visiting? Order at the bar. read more

Had a nice and quick evening at Democracy before a show! Democracy is located perfectly near the Broadway plaza area and it was great. We came in and were seated right away at a cute booth. The menu online did not match the menu in store which was sad. I'm a bit of a picky beer drinker but we came in specifically for a Passionfruit sour on their menu, that they did not have on the updated menu. We both ended up getting the Blood Orange Seltzer and I got the cranberry. The blood orange was good and the cranberry was just alright. I would not say this was like a normal seltzer we are used to. No carbonation and way more of a beer taste. We did drink half of the beers though! (A drink is a drink, right?) Our server was quick and to the point, not very social and friendly but he was precise and fast. We ordered a side of fries and buffalo cauliflower. Both were delicious! I can't believe how fast the food came out, it was outstanding! The bar inside is so cute and cozy! The vibes are HERE! read more

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Genuinely one of my favorite spots to stop for a drink downtown. I haven't had anything to eat or drink that I didn't like. The beers rotate and while I love all their sours most (currently there's a dragon fruit one) the others are also very good. And you can't go wrong with a flight. For food here's my off the dome rundown. They do taco specials sometimes that always change and are 2/$10. They are delicious and if you see the little flyer you HAVE to try. The Mac and cheese is also very good. The mussels and clams were to DIE for. The bao isn't my favorite but that was because it had a lot of hipstery micro greens do just not for me but still tasted good! The bags of popcorn hit the spot just right if you only want q snack The bartenders are all super friendly and so lovely. And the music taste that is always playing (think 2008 punk rock) is perfect. read more

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This is a great spot to grab a drink while meeting up with someone or a group of friends while in downtown Boston. During the summer, they have a few tables available for outdoor seating. The staff are kind and welcoming, which includes the servers, hosts, and bartenders. They have a multitude of beers available, as well as a seltzer. I ordered a flight comprised of four different drinks available at the time (they tend to switch up the menu fairly often!): Pura Vida (sour wheat ale), Bicycle Race (grapefruit shandy), Fighting 54th (farmhouse ale - saison), and A Seltzer (peach). I'm not too much of a beer drinker, so the flight felt like the best option for me. While I am normally a seltzer lover, it was not my favorite. Thinking about it, I think it is because it too carbonated. Out of the beers, the Pura Vida was my favorite. I enjoy sours and it had a great flavor. Since I was meeting a friend for drinks, we did not order food, but I was intrigued by the menu. Will have to check it out sometime. read more