
Where to drink in Boston right now

by Carley Thornell-Wade
Updated December 15, 2023
Whether you prefer brews, bubbles, wines, or whiskeys, there’s a bar for you in the City on a Hill. After all, Cheers was set in Boston for a reason. An industrial-chic spot in Back Bay boasts one of the country’s largest Greek wine lists. Craft cocktails and a quirky Oz-like scene entice revelers at a Beacon Hill lounge. In Downtown Crossing, a late-night stalwart is all about local draft beers and classic burgers. In Back Bay and beyond, there’s something here to quench everyone’s thirst. Read on for a guide to 11 top Boston bars where you can grab a drink right now.
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$30 and under
Contemporary American
Beacon Hill
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