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    Hecate

    3.6 (147 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Georgette P.

    Dope speakeasy in Back Bay. The bartender was so creative and knowledgeable we stayed for all 9 of his signature drinks the vibe was dark and magical. No food, just perfectly crated cocktails with a story to tell. 10/10 recommended in you're in the area.

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    Lorena G.

    It was truly a speakeasy. We arrived at the general area and saw many people walk away because they didn't think they had it right. (I'm glad they had a 30---to 120-minute wait.) We threw our name on the list and sat in the very small, very Cavey-looking waiting area. The dark and mysterious environment adds to the drama. Our hostess was excellent and not only kept us entertained but also did a magnificent job explaining how it works to everyone coming in and offering us a couple of cocktails. Made the time go by very fast, she gave us amazing bar seats and we had a few. Really complicated and high end, inventive cocktails Loved the cocktail slingers, the hostess and everyone around us. No Wonder It had win Best cocktail places in the world.

    Nightmarch
    Drashti T.

    Located in a hidden alley way perfect for a speakeasy. The restaurant was witch themed so the decoration and ambiance was accordingly. We put our names down at 7 but didn't get our seats until around 9:30. The place was very small with limited seating. We got the nightmarch and hagalaz. The nightmarch had a fruity pinapple taste and my favorite part was the foam. The hagalaz had a creamy nutty flavor and was my favorite. They had very unique flavors in their cocktails which made me reach out of my comfort zone. The bartender was very friendly and helpful with the menu selection. The drinks were pretty expensive for Boston pricing. Overall, I did have a good time but the wait and the price was a lot.

    Secret Commonwealth
    Tiffany V.

    5/5 Malleus Maleficarum 5/5 Secret Commonwealth -- loved the touch of toast and jam on this fruity cocktail 4.5/5 Weights and Measures -- much more spirit forward than the other ones we ordered. This is a really small space with a lovely ambiance, where the bartenders are all very friendly and attentive. Would recommend trying to come on the earlier side (~5pm) to avoid a wait!

    Kirsten B.

    Listen... $20 per cocktail is a bit out there, but stay with me. These, as cheesy as it sounds, were works of art. The presentation, the preparation, the flavors- all of the cocktails we tried were nearly damn perfect and specialities I know for SURE I can't recreate at my home bar. Not to spoil it for you, but getting there is a true speakeasy experience (no password required- just hard to find). The ambience and decor is BEAUTIFUL and holds true to the theme, along with the menu itself. Service was impeccable. Shoutout to Andy for the great conversations and recommendations. Hoping to come back one day soon!

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    Khanh-Chau M.

    Super cute speakeasy and had a great bartender. We had to join the waitlist to get it so we waited maybe around 20-30 min before we were able to get in. Bartender was super friendly and the drink I had was tasty alongside its display. I really liked the theme of this spot!

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    Brooke C.

    I loved it here. After 3 failed attempts, I finally got in at 5:30pm on a Wednesday. The place is tiny, so I understand why seating can be so difficult. Our waitress had a great understanding of the menu and guided our choices perfectly. I was interested in whichever drink they'd consider their "showiest" so I got the Clarks 3rd Law drink. The preparation included a dramatic pour of the drink as well as glitter spray. I absolutely loved it. I would have ordered it for the presentation alone but it was actually delicious as well. I very rarely enjoy a whiskey based cocktail but it was truly excellent. Also the dark ambiance was very cool I loved it so much overall.

    Undertow
    Evelyn W.

    Loved this spot! Everything was extremely well thought out from the decor to the menu to the glassware. I was lucky to have shown up just after open, so we were able to snag 2 seats at the bar (best seats in the house, btw) and watch the bartender do their magic. The bartender was extremely kind and held a crazy wealth of knowledge about the menu. Took a hot minute for my eyes to adjust to the darkness inside the dungeon, but no biggie Tl;dr: it as a very very cool experience with beautiful drinks with complex flavors. Nerd's paradise!

    Ruben M.

    Come to Hecate for a very New York-style cocktail speakeasy experience, hidden right in the heart of Boston! Deliciously unique drinks, excellently curated atmosphere, and knowledgeable bar staff set this place apart. There was a short wait when I arrived, but they got people in as quickly as possible. Drinks felt appropriately priced for the level of craft and precision that I'm sure went into each one. I hope they consider adding some small bites down the road! Will definitely have to come back.

    May H.

    Great experience. Service was extraordinary! Newish speakeasy that's pretty hard to get into. Drinks are creative and delicious but quite pricey. It's dimly lit inside and seating is fairly limited and tight. I would go again for the experience!

    Bifrost (left), moon mansions (right)
    Kylie B.

    Hecate is an intimate, cool, and cozy speakeasy that was the perfect spot for a girls night. The bar had a witchy theme with unique themed drinks versed in urban legends. Our favorites (as two girls who don't like alcohol that tastes like alcohol) were the moon mansion and bifrost. Our server was fantastic - so friendly, attentive, festive, knowledgeable about the drinks, and versed in the lore of Hecate. Such a fun experience I would definetly recommend if you are lucky enough to find this place :)

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    Been a few times. Cool vibes, but not worth the 25$ cocktails, especially when dealing with an insanely annoying / rude hostess.

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    My favorite bar in Boston! If you like unique cocktail bar experience, Hecate is a must-try!

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