Went here before a concert... cool little hole in the wall place!…read more My drink was excellent. service was prompt, place was small. I'd say it's probably 15 seats on a wrap-around bar or so, with a few outdoors and a few by the window. Chandeliers galore. Not my style though, and the chairs all had pretty scratched-up leather. My friend thought the flavors of her drink were overpowering (chocolate shavings on ice and mango) but the "honey" drink was easy and smooth!

Cozy cocktail bar next to Sweet Cheeks BBQ! We went around 6pm on a Saturday evening and I was a…read morelittle worried that it would be crowded. Fortunately, it seems like they are no longer standing room only and there are seats around the bar along with a few high tables. We were seated at the bar immediately. The cocktail selection was pretty diverse and they offered a few small bites. I had the ORCHARD IT and my friend had the PANDAN OF. Both of us enjoyed our selections but as other reviewers said, the drinks seemed slightly under-poured for what we paid. The volume in my drink came up to about halfway of the height of the large ice cubes. Service was quick, the bartenders attentive. Cute decorations and overall nice ambience. I might consider going back!

This hidden gem in the back alleys of Boston will have you questioning your decisions!…read more After a little search we finally found Hecates layer! There was a two hour wait, so we put our name on the list around 730 and this wait was true to the time for a 930 seating This is like walking into an underground layer with candle lit tables. There are only about 10-15 tables, making this the perfect intimate date night or friends night out Big shout out to Jewel the bartender and the staff! We had bar seats, so we had all the action right in front of us. Drink after drink, she meticulously crafted each and every drink with passion and poise and the bar boy topped off waters like it was magic. I started off with the Night March which was a blend of Stiggins' Fancy Pineapple, Kuleana Hawaiian Agricole, and Ten to One rums, toasted coconut, jade oolong & caramelized pineapple soda, salted guava foam. Fused with carbonation, this gold sparkly drink was mesmerizing and very fruity and delicious. I loved the guava foam!! My wife got Snake oil which was vodka, gin, eucalyptus, buckwheat, cedar smoke and tobacco bitters. This drink was earthy and smoky with nodes of the forest The drinks were pretty strong, so we ordered the chips and dip which was spicy feta and crispy pita chips. It was not spicy but it was very good. We stayed about 2 hours, which flew by! A great time and I can't wait to come back. Oh and the menu has a secret feature!! Blacklight stories in every page!! Very interactive I love it!

Probably overhyped. Yes the drinks and ambience are unique but the wait is farrrr too long. We got…read morethere at 5:30PM and waited for 3 hours (we were 15th in line). The staff said people start lining up at 4:30PM (opens at 5pm). The crazy thing is while we were inside we noticed at one point that half the room was left empty for 45 minutes at least - never once was the place fully utilized. It felt that the wait times were artificially inflated due to the poor use of space and turnover. There are few staff so sometimes it was hard to flag down the server as well. My friend and I each had two drinks. In terms of drinks the flavors were all interesting, ranging from nutty to umami to herbal etc, and presentation is fancy. It's fun to try but not also drinks you would want again and again or what you would normally reach for. - Without my friend, I probably would have missed the entrance multiple times. - They really lean into their Underworld theme, so it's very dark but you do get acclimated. - The lady at the front wished my friend happy birthday twice but didn't offer anything.

Bogie's Place is a hidden gem for anyone craving a top-notch steak dinner. The restaurant is cozy…read moreand intimate with just a handful of tables, which gives the whole experience a personal feel. The service was exceptional. Our waiter was kind, attentive, and incredibly accommodating. When the wine I had my eye on was unavailable, he quickly found an alternative from the bar next door. What really stood out was how thoughtfully he walked us through exactly how we'd like our steaks cooked. Food-wise, the mac & cheese was absolutely phenomenal. The Caesar salad great as well. The steak was perfect and cooked exactly to my liking. I rarely go out for steak due to the risk of it not coming out right, but it was cooked to perfection thanks to the care they put in upfront. I would highly recommend Bogie's Place to anyone looking for a special steak dinner experience. It's the kind of place that makes you feel genuinely taken care of from start to finish.

Well well well, do the Boston folks want to keep this place top secret? We took an uber from our…read morehotel to bogies and saw no signs of the restaurant even being there. We asked a couple locals and they had no idea what we were talking about - then ahh-ha! We found the secret entry. We couldn't believe how small it was and how quiet it was in there so we were a little nervous. Our waiter was fantastic he gave us the back story and provided great service. THE FOOD. Phenomenal! The steak was cooked perfectly, the creamed Brussels sprouts were delicious, the potatoes and gravy were good but the potatoes were too puréed for our liking. Everything was fantastic.

I've been a loyal fan of haley.henry for years and have recommended this spot to countless friends,…read moreso I was really excited to finally bring a new coworker here. Unfortunately, this most recent visit didn't live up to the high standards I've come to expect. While a few dishes hit the mark, the majority of our order was a letdown: Tinned Octopus: Surprisingly chewy and lacked seasoning. Mushroom Toast: The texture was rubbery, and the flavor was completely drowned out by an aggressive amount of balsamic. Beets: Had a very overwhelming cumin flavor that threw the dish out of balance. Roast Beef Slider: Served cold and felt a bit uninspired. It's such a cute, intimate space, and I've had so many wonderful nights here in the past, but the execution was just off this time around. I'm hoping it was just an off night, but it was definitely disappointing given how much I usually love this place!

Haley Henry Wine Bar is a solid spot for a relaxed but elevated wine night. I went on a Wednesday…read moreevening without a reservation and had no problem getting seated right away for a table of two, which was a great start. The wine selection is excellent and thoughtfully curated -- whites, reds, bubbles, orange wines, and more, so there's truly something for every palate. My friend and I both ordered a red, and it was absolutely perfect. Our server was super friendly and attentive, and she even offered a few samples so we could try before committing to a full glass, which we really appreciated. For food, we shared the hot dog with fried oysters to pair with the wine, and it was surprisingly delicious and a fun, elevated bar bite. Overall, the experience was fantastic -- great wine, great service, and a comfortable atmosphere. Pricing is definitely on the higher end, with wine glasses around $20 and the hot dog at $14, but the quality and experience justify it. I'd absolutely come back for another wine night.

When we were looking for a Hotel for our 1 day stay in Boston(the middle part of our crazy trip), I…read morefound that the best location for a fun night was the Back Bay neighborhood. There was top restaurants, classy bars of many types, and it was all walkable. From checking the internet a bit, it seemed the Fairmont Copley Plaza hotel was a premium stay and it was right in the middle of the Back Bay things. And it had a top of the line bar from what I could see, in the Oak Long Bar. I made a late evening reservation, but we also had time before we started our afternoon escapades so we walked in to see if we could get a spot. It's a called a Long bar for a reason. there were a ton of seats, but actually most were taken. We actually got a 2 person chair at the end of the bar(A romantic touch I recommend). The bartender was quick with our beverages, and they were top-notch as well. We couldn't have skipped the late night stop in but we hit there anyhow. I mean, it's right off the lobby of our Hotel Copley, why not? A fancy spot that's worth stopping in.

We have been searching for good lobster rolls nearby and I think this is the best we found…read more Tasty, sweet and fresh lobster, not too much mayo and a perfectly toasted and buttered roll. Good ratio of bread to lobster and decent fries. I ordered mine with a salad which was also very good. It's expensive but expected for the location.

I came here for breakfast during my stay at The Newbury. Service was quite slow as initially there…read morewas only one dedicated, friendly employee handling the seating, taking orders and busing the tables. My order of yogurt with fruit and granola was fresh, filling and a yummy beginning to my day. My coffee was equally enjoyed, and note that it's $13 for each small coffee pot. Refills are not complimentary. I loved my window table on this rainy morning, and the lovely, cozy ambiance of The Street Bar. It's easy to see why this is such a sought after bar each evening.

We visited on January 11th, a few weeks prior to my wedding. This was a day I had planned for…read moremonths with my daughter and future stepdaughter, an important and meaningful occasion, and the experience fell significantly below expectations. In advance, I stopped into the hotel to confirm that a gluten-free guest could be accommodated and was assured this would be handled. In reality, the accommodation was inadequate and, at times, unacceptable. While the rest of us were served scones, my stepdaughter was given cut fruit in their place, and told that was all they had to accommodate.The dessert course consisted of what appeared to be basic gluten-free cookies, misrepresented as something more gourmet - egg nog cookies??? This lack of preparation was both disappointing, upsetting and avoidable. The broader experience was equally concerning. We were subjected to an unsolicited and uncomfortable "lesson" on tea service, which detracted from what should have been a relaxed and celebratory occasion. While trying to enjoy the time with the girls, being a lifelong tea drinker and someone who has been to many times at your establishment and its various incarnations, this is something I have never experienced. The food quality was poor (scones were clearly reheated and stuck to the cloth napkin they were wrapped in), and there were notable service lapses, including being served water in a visibly shattered glass. Additionally, when hot water was added to refresh the tea, my stepdaughter's pot curdled and had to be replaced. It was especially disappointing, as I mentioned that I had stopped in and spoken with the concierge, and was assured, as they had called the kitchen while I stood there that they readily accommodated gluten-free. There are numerous places in the city that could have done this, and if you had just told me that you could not do so, I would have booked us elsewhere. I chose not to raise the multiple issues in the moment so as not to disrupt what was meant to be a special day for the girls and me. However, the total cost exceeded $500, and the experience did not come close to justifying that price point! Do not recommend.

We pre-gamed at the bar for a Monday night game in early April. The bartender was fantastic and the…read moreservice was great. They ambiance of the whiskey bar and the sound of the ice can't get any better. There are so many bottles that I haven't seen or heard of up there behind the sliding ladder. We ordered a couple of craft cocktails with the olives. The olives came out warm and they were garnished with cardamom, citrus, and olive oil. They were tremendous. I ordered the lamb shoulder and was very impressed. Super tender, fall off the bone, and flavorful. Great for a cold day! The gravy was done perfectly, just wish there was some mashed potatoes to go with it. It came with carrot and cabbage. You could tell it was cooking for several hours with love. Definitely worth it! The Bigoni Carbonara was very rich made with thick homemade spaghettoni. It was very guanciale forward in flavor. We added pepper as we ate it. There was none left on the plate at the end, but I would not order it again.

The new Citizen has board games!! We came here for dinner on this cold January night at the start…read moreof a pre-storm weekend! Ambiance is really nice with the wood, and the lighting - feels cozy. We sat at the end of the bar which is like a booth - seating is comfortable. The shelves right above have a bunch of vintage bookshelf edition board games - monopoly, Game of life, Chutes & ladders, etc etc. We opened some of the games and checked them out but didn't really play anything. Maybe next time! I ordered the Atlantic cod - came with a shellfish sauce, edamame and teeny tiny turnips - the tiniest I've ever seen! mint flavors felt fresh and different. Otherwise the cod itself was cooked well but nothing to write home about. I also wish they'd add a side of rice. The hubs ordered the burger which he said was good but he liked the shoestring fries the best. He also ordered the pining for pear drink which was nice and fruity. It was warm and felt nice sitting inside while it was freezing outside! Service was friendly, bartenders were nice. The outside is really nice with the decor and the holiday lights in the background!

This was one of the many recommended rooftop bars of Boston. We were able to get a reservation here…read moresame day so we came here. The patio is nice and the view of the skyline is pretty! We wanted to start with the frozen espresso martinis but they were out so we ended up trying different drinks- I had a spritz that was refreshing and my friends had the coco Rita & the lemon blueberry Tini- we had two rounds of drinks before the frozen drinks were ready again. They tasted like a mudslide/milkshake so was a nice finisher to our night here. We had snack throughout our time here. The mezze platter was OK, the cauliflower was gross and flavorless, the cheese was iffy. Really we just munched on the hummus and the pita bread. The oysters were decent! And the spinach artichoke dip was also fine- not the best but not the worst. I did really enjoy the pita bread. Really people come here for the view and a drink- I would skip the food and eat elsewhere. Sidenote- the bathroom lighting was immaculate lol

I have one of the best restaurants experienced here at Deck 12! We had reserved the gondola table…read moreright on the rooftop. It was a great view of Boston. Highly recommend for a scenic view and pictures. It was very cold the day we went. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we were kept warm. They adjusted heating lamps and brought us very warm blankets. They even were able to move us indoor when it got very chilly. The margarita pizza and truffle fries were great to snack on while we gabbed. We got white wine for the table. I highly recommend getting the chocolate fondue. It came with apples, strawberry, marshmallows, and churros. These dipped in the decadent chocolate tasted amazing and was so fun. Sebastian was a great waiter who kept checking in on us. He even offered to take picture of us outside. Overall, I highly recommend this place.