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In a lovely neighborhood along the Freedom Trail, this triangular building stood out immediately and it's the home of a cozy, welcoming pub called The Point. We felt right at home immediately and the staff (shout out to Sophia and Kristen) greeted us with smiles and great service. The bartender made excellent cocktails for us (our usual margaritas and old-fashioneds). Our Point Burger (cooked perfectly medium rare, as requested) and crispy chicken sandwich (with coleslaw & fries) were hot, delicious and served promptly. We only regret that we didn't get to go back for another meal during our time there. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there, and plan to go back on a subsequent trip to Boston! read more

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Caroline W.

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The owner is so nice! My favorite bar we hopped around for sure. It's the best of both worlds with a dance bar upstairs and live music downstairs. The musician was very good- think he was Ryan? Will be back for sure read more

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Rob P.

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The amazing staff consistently creates a fabulous environment. One of my favorite spots for drinks, great pub food and wonderful live music on weekends. read more

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Awesome little bar, great vibes and service. Tanner and Chris were especially helpful. Will definitely be back!

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Lost my wallet and got it back with ease :)) also great live music. Solid drink options and never had to wait in line for the bathroom

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Visited on a Sunday at 7:30 PM and was given a warm welcome by Jay and John! Music and drinks are great! Service was quick and friendly! read more

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Not impressed. I went to The Point to catch the Patriots AFC championship game. I figured the Point was the place to go. I was wrong. They played club music during the pregame, half time and post game. Then, when the second game was going on, they kept with the club music. I went upstairs where there was no music. That bar closed early because the bartender had to go downstairs to help out. If you are a true sports fan, and want to watch a game, I'd go somewhere else. Not the best place read more

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Bella T.

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What a fun spot. Whether you're bar hopping, need a quick bite, want to dance or even have some live music, they really have it all. I usually end up here getting a few drinks with the girls and the nachos are also our go-to due to the portion they give you and they're only $15! Super tasty, drinks are great too. Strawberry Basil has my heart and I hope they never remove it. The people here are super friendly too. You get to seat yourself and then there's always like 3 servers always walking around and checking on people. One night, we even got a free round of shots! read more

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Adam R.

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Best bar in the world! Great service, great staff, always a great time. Tanner who works at this wonderful establishment might be the hottest man in Boston! read more

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This is my second time here with my bestie girl and it is soo fun!!! The food and drinks are great and cheap! Andrea was our server and she is gorgeous and super sweet! If you are in the area definitely come here. :) We got the super nachos and the mango margaritas 10 out of 10! read more

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Fawn S.

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I love this place, especially the staff. From the bartenders to door guys to kitchen crew, everyone is here to make sure you have the best time possible. If you're having a bad time here, you're clearly doing it wrong. read more

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Great service and bartending. Girl at the bar had phenomenal recommendations. Would come back again!

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This place was such a treat. We stumbled across it and we were looking for somewhere to watch the Bears bar. How lucky are we to find a bears bar?!? I wanna give a shout out to Bryan and Jimmy. What great customer service. Bryan, at the door and also helping everywhere he could. Jimmy is excellent and the entire operation of this spot. The wings looked heavenly and smelled delicious. I love the large space and though the game was rough to watch, I loved being amongst my people. Thankful for this bar! read more

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The place an ambiance was great!! Decent selection of beers but the honey Sirracha wings were OUTSTANDING!!! The service was certainly above average to say the least. We were greater by the bouncer who gave us a run down of the place then our bar tender (Jerry) was extremely courteous and made is feel at home. My wife and I felt like locals! Definitely going again!! read more

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Suha L.

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This is such a fun, energetic spot for a night out or just an exhilarating meal! My friends and I went on the night of a football game and it was packed! They also have live music most nights for more fun! We got a few appetizers like mozzarella sticks, ginormous nachos, and buffalo wings (including gluten free!). Mozzarella sticks had good pull, the nachos were huge and had sooo much stuff on it, and the wings were decent but not as buffalo-heavy as I like. The entrees were also good but i would go for the appetizers first! I got the steak and it wasn't bad for the price but wouldn't get again. Out of everything I got, I would get the buffalo wings and the nachos again. Come for the food, stay for the drinks! read more

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Janelly T.

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Stopped by for beer only. We were on our way to a comedy show. Beer was nice and cold and they had a country music singer. We had a great time and everyone sang happy birthday to my husband. Nice spot. Friendly people. read more

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Luke DeWitt

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Dom was goated kept my high life's full at all times and knows how to have a good time. 10/10 would return

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Chris R.

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Best bartenders in Boston! Live music is always amazing. Great vibes at the bar. Food is always great, especially the nachos and wings. Regulars are a great group as well! read more

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We enjoyed our meal at The Point. Ask about their specials, they had wings and brunch specials when we were there. Probably the best priced meal for what we got in all of Boston. read more

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We held our first-ever nonprofit event with The Point. Adam and Chris were incredible hosts, planning the event beforehand, and being on "point" with the food, beverages, room set-up, and audio support. I couldn't recommend this place enough. It is an incredible location for a feel-good event with awesome energy. We are so happy with everything! read more

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Steven T.

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Stop the presses this place is incredible!!! First off service is amazing staff and management were absolutely friendly and attentive!!! But let's talk food! we got these rice balls. I forgot their name, but whoever's grandmama's recipe that was were delicious!!! The marinara sauce was absolutely incredible. How to get two orders. The best ball I ever put in my mouth lol. Definitely try out. The house rubs wings were great, love the flavor. But want to say thanks to the staff for being cool especially during the Super Bowl!!! Thanks you for a wonderful ambiance definitely coming back for more rice balls!!! Oh don't forget that bathroom was the Cleanest bathroom, I've ever seen at a bar was not expecting that lol!! read more

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Allison R.

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food and service 10/10!!! we ordered nachos and fried pickles and they were chefs kiss. The bartenders checked on us a ton and were so nice. I love this bar! read more

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Located in the heart of downtown Boston, this pub offers locals & tourists alike a warm hangout at one of the cities oldest taverns. What lured us in was the upbeat vibe that could be felt from outside. The music was electric and the people inside seemed to be having a good time. Their menu has all the favorites like pizza, burgers, sandwiches, and clam chowder obviously...and more. I ordered a pizza, wings and an IPA which were good. They have live entertainment at night which is a nice plus. The service was quick. Friendly but not as friendly as I'd like but that's Boston for ya. Glad I stopped in. read more

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As a pseudo-regular at The Point in Boston, I can confidently say this place never disappoints. Whether you're craving their crispy Brussels sprouts with honey sriracha or indulging in their hearty chowdah during lunch, the menu offers a delightful range of options. The atmosphere is always buzzing, making it a go-to spot for both game nights and casual meet-ups. But what truly sets The Point apart is the exceptional service, especially from Kirsten. So Special shoutout to Kirsten, who handled everything with ease and a great attitude. She's professional, quick, and knows how to make sure everyone's having a good time without being over the top. It's rare to see someone so efficient yet personable in such a busy spot. Her ability to manage a packed bar with efficiency and genuine warmth is commendable. She remembers regulars, offers spot-on drink recommendations, and ensures everyone feels welcome. In a city brimming with bars and restaurants, The Point is a lot like that hit song by Powerline from A Goofy Movie--it stands out. read more

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We came here for a Saturday night out. A truly fun place with two floors offering different types of music and having fun on stage. The food was well served, and we definitely appreciated the all day happy hour drinks. However! The people that work here - wow! From happy bouncers greeting us on the street, to welcoming waiters who preparing and serving food for us in no time, to staff walking around and taking care of every square inch of this place - they notice and act instantaneously when needed. It was definitely fun to witness them throwing hands in the air and moving their hips with us! And two sharks that just came from Katy Perry's performance to chat with us and dance? Just an additional layer of sugar to this sweet experience. Easily the best spot in downtown Boston! A fun place with great music and dynamic atmosphere, with stellar staff all around. I am really really impressed! read more

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If you haven't been here, you're missing "the point." Great music, had our out of state game playing, and they made the coolest design on my 'spresso tini. Manager is so friendly, wait staff great. Rushing to have some tendies! read more

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Cozy spot! Stopped in for lunch and discovered the best pancakes ever. I got the chocolate chip pancakes which honestly blew my mind. With house made butter that was to die for! My boyfriend had a juicy and delicious burger, with some of the best fries ever. Comfort food heaven. The point was perfect! Kind staff, cozy inside and good food. No complaints here. read more

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So... a group of seven of us got mozzarella sticks and a selection of cocktails. The marinara sauce smelled like actual doodoo and the sticks are just mid. The cocktails taste like a mix syrup and cheap liquor. We are currently stepping out after downing our bad drinks and bad food. Please find somewhere that clearly isn't functioning off of desperate tourists like us read more

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Michael T.

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I came here to watch the Super Bowl while visiting Boston. This is the BEST place in the city to watch a 49ers game all season long. They have two floors and two bars. The place was packed for the Super Bowl. Considering how packed the place was the service was excellent. Bartenders were great and fast. We even ordered a "Pickle Back" not on the menu or common drink but they made it happen. I ordered some pizza while watching the game and it was pretty good. The pizza wouldn't win any awards but for bar food I was happy. I would 100% be back. If you are a 49er fan in Boston, you need to come here!!! read more

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Everyone was wonderful and they hosted Boston Public School Teachers and Staff for a wonderful Happy Holidays Party!

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Besides from the prices and the ambiance being awful on a Friday night thanks to the awful "live music" the servers are insulting and the management does nothing to respond. No hate to the chefs, the food was pretty good and the portion sizes were larger than expected. The first item on my receipt, our server Meg, felt the need to add that we were "mid". I called and left messages as well as dm'ed them on Instagram to no response. Needless to say I won't be recommending this place and we won't be back. read more

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Staff was great! Awesome atmosphere and food hit the spot. I will be going there again read more

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We stopped in for the loaded Bloody Mary mid morning (which was delicious)and saw people eating and decided to come back for dinner. The Caesar Cobb was really good with plenty of bacon, avocado and hard boiled egg. The fish and chips were lightly breaded with good flavor. The waitress was friendly and efficient. It was a very busy dinner crowd. Great pub feel with plenty of TV's for sports viewing. read more

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147 Hanover St
Boston, MA 02108
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(617) 523-7020
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https://www.thepointboston.com

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Hours

What time does The Point open?

The Point opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.The Point opens at 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Point close?

The Point closes at 11:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.The Point closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.The Point closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Sunday.

Mon-Wed 11:00 AM - 11:30 PMThu-Fri 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Sat 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Sun 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does The Point take credit cards?

Yes, The Point takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Point have catering options?

Yes, The Point does have catering options.

Does The Point serve alcohol?

Yes, The Point serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does The Point have TVs?

Yes, The Point has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Point have bike parking?

Yes, The Point has bike parking.

Does The Point have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Point has outdoor seating options.

Does The Point have parking?

Yes, The Point has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does The Point allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, The Point allows outdoor smoking.

Does The Point have free WiFi?

Yes, The Point has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Located in Downtown Boston at 147 Hanover Street. We at The Point take Pride in having hospitality and making our patrons feel comfortable while having a great time. With our energetic staff we are sure to have delicious drinks and a great beer selections all at a fair and reasonable price. Our food menu is Delicious. We have everything from seafood to burgers and even the best pizza around. Tueaday is our Trivia Night and We have live music Wednesday through Sunday. Everyday of the week we have happy hour food specials. Friday and Saturday Nights we have both floors open with live music downstairs and Resident DJ's upstairs. We specialize in hosting private events and have full catering capabilities. What The Point? To have a good time...Relax and Enjoy

History

Established in 1997.

The first Stone Laid in Boston is located in our first floor restroom!

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Review Highlights - The Point

“The food is amazing, the bacon chicken ranch wrap, buffalo tenders and the clam chowder just to name a few things.”

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10.6 mi

I met a friend for lunch at an off time: 1 PM MLK day. So it was quiet which made for good…read moreconversation. The music was at an appropriate volume which also helped. The service was good, and the menu has good variety. I had the grilled shrimp and avocado bowl--it was delicious. I had leftover rice and beans so took those home to enjoy later. I would love to come here on a football Sunday during the season, or to eat and watch another sporting event--plenty of screens around and big central/circular bar which I love in a sports bar.

I've been to Jake n JOES plenty of times but this most recent time was for a Boston Celtics watch…read moreparty event. Jake n JOES was perfect to host this at because it is a New England sports bar with plenty of TVs, a perfect game day menu, and a lively atmosphere to enjoy a game with sports decor surrounding. I'm glad they had this Celtics collab. The event was fun, they had free merch at a table handed out by Celtics cheerleaders and Lucky the Leprechaun. We got there towards the end but scored some merch. We did wait for a table since it was a full house for this, but luckily we scored one with a TV in view. My friends and I got dinner, opted out of drinks this round. I got the chicken quesadilla with a side of spanish rice. The quesadilla was pretty good, but the rice was a little undercooked. They also charged extra for a side of sauce which has never happened before so that was a bummer. I wouldn't have got one if I'd known. Oh well. We then split the cookie sundae which was yummy. Cookie was undercooked and a little raw but it was okay. Still tasted okay, food is always good but nothing to write home about. I like it though. The atmosphere and the shared energy of Boston sports fans being able to come together and enjoy a game makes up for the food being above average. I'll still come back and enjoy a game here.

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Jake n JOES Sports Grille - Braintree

3.3(156 reviews)

11.6 mi

Chicken wings and beers. Asked for wings extra crispy which I recommend! We do it at every…read morerestaurant. Buffalo was our favorite. Friend got the pretzels which were also pretty good. Cinnamon butter was yum!

I am homebound and not able to enjoy the dining in experience. I rely on deliveries. I ordered the…read moreangus cheeseburger with(for an additional fee) sweet potato fries. I asked for a center with a "touch of pink". Unfortunately the container was not properly closed so the (again) additional fee for priority delivery was wasted as the meal was stone cold. The burger was well done not slightly pink center. It was devoid of moisture. The sweet potato fries were sparse at best. There was absolutely zero flavor. They had no taste whatsoever. I was totally underwhelmed by the meal. I also felt unseen by the chef. This meal seemed an afterthought. My hope is that my comments make their way to the kitchen and future delivery orders are handled with the same high standards that a "dining in" customer is afforded.