The Bowery Bar

Name: The Bowery Bar
Address: 2261 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA, United States, 02124
Telephone: (617) 698-2261
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

986 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 40 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Great for brunch
Great for creative cocktails

Located in historic Lower Mills in Dorchester, The Bowery Bar is a neighborhood tavern focusing creative modern comfort food, a whimsical cocktail program, and local craft beer offerings. We are committed to our guests’ experience and being an integral part of our local community. Our indoor dining space and bar is cozy and warm; the vintage décors hand-picked to encapsulate a space that makes you feel transported to simpler days. In the warmer months, come experience our spacious outdoor patio with an outdoor bar and lounge area for mingling, appetizers & cocktails. In the cooler months, watch our beautiful patio transform into a Winter Wonderland with our unique Yurts available to be booked for small private gatherings and group reservations.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri 11:30 am–2:00 am Sat 10:00 am–2:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(617) 698-2261
Website
http://www.bowery-bar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
2261 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124
Neighbourhood
Dorchester
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

MONDAY - FRIDAY • LUNCH • YURT ($100 MINIMUM)
US$50.00 per party
Prepaid
Nov 4, 2024 - Apr 4, 2025
• $50 DEPOSIT PER YURT. • 2 HOUR MAXIMUM PER BOOKING. • EACH YURT CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO 8 GUESTS. • THE RESERVATION REQUIRES A $100 FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM SPEND ON DINE-IN FOOD & BEVERAGES. • DEPOSIT PAID WILL BE APPLIED TOWARD FINAL BILL. • PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY IF YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR RESERVATION. • WE ALLOW A 48-HOUR WINDOW FOR CANCELLATIONS. ALL REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO 6.5% CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEE. • EXCLUDES TAX AND GRATUITY.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY • BRUNCH • YURT ($200 MINIMUM)
US$50.00 per party
Prepaid
Nov 2, 2024 - Apr 6, 2025
• $50 DEPOSIT PER YURT. • 2 HOUR MAXIMUM PER BOOKING. • EACH YURT CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO 8 GUESTS. • THE RESERVATION REQUIRES A $200 FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM SPEND ON DINE-IN FOOD & BEVERAGES. • DEPOSIT PAID WILL BE APPLIED TOWARD FINAL BILL. • PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY IF YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR RESERVATION. • WE ALLOW A 48-HOUR WINDOW FOR CANCELLATIONS. ALL REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO 6.5% CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEE. • EXCLUDES TAX AND GRATUITY.
SUNDAY - THURSDAY • DINNER • YURT ($150 MINIMUM)
US$50.00 per party
Prepaid
Nov 3, 2024 - Apr 6, 2025
• $50 DEPOSIT PER YURT. • 2 HOUR MAXIMUM PER BOOKING. • EACH YURT CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO 8 GUESTS. • THE RESERVATION REQUIRES A $150 FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM SPEND ON DINE-IN FOOD & BEVERAGES. • DEPOSIT PAID WILL BE APPLIED TOWARD FINAL BILL. • PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY IF YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR RESERVATION. • WE ALLOW A 48-HOUR WINDOW FOR CANCELLATIONS. ALL REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO 6.5% CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEE. • EXCLUDES TAX AND GRATUITY.

What 986 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Boston
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Bowery Bar offers a lively atmosphere with its standout outdoor patio described as "an outdoor oasis." Guests praise the "amazing" service and "great drinks," complemented by a diverse menu with commendable gluten-free options. The yurt dining experience is "awesome," making it a unique choice for brunch or dinner.

986 Reviews

D
Dan
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My French dip was way below their usual standard. Arghh!
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Alyssa
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brunch was excellent - the blueberry pancakes were the most perfect pancakes Ive ever seen, or eaten. We also got the beet salad and chicken sandwich - 10's across the board. The staff was also able to accommodate someone in our group who has a gluten allergy. Our waitress was very kind and the food came out quickly. Highly recommend!
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William
VIP
Greater Boston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I go here on the regular with a friend. It’s super festive right now for the holiday season. They did an amazing job decorating the place for the season they have these amazing little igloo huts in the back patio that I booked for later this month
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Anna
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, great interior of both the yurts and indoor bar
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Alison
VIP
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Bowery is the best! Service, food and atmosphere are always great. Our kids’ love it too ☺️
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Jessica
VIP
Greater Boston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience in the yurt. Only suggestion I would have is pipe in Christmas music.
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Alyssa
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great vibes for Christmas! I love this place. Atmosphere is great- crowded and vibey but music isn’t too loud. Service is great.
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Emma
Greater Boston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great for the most part, but we found two hairs in one of our appetizers after we had eaten the majority of the plate. We weren’t offered the option to have the appetizer taken off of our bill, and they instead brought us another plate. This would have been fine had we not already nearly finished the original, as nobody really wanted more at that point. This is not the first time I have found hair in my food at this restaurant. Additionally, the server cleared the table at the end of our lunch before everyone was done with their food. As a result, someone was not able to finish their food. Other than these things, the food and drinks were delicious and the restaurant was beautifully decorated for Christmas!
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Douglas
VIP
Orlando
22 reviews
2.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
This place is highly rated, so perhaps they’ve had some turnover or they were short staffed, but it was a gigantic disappointment. Food was mediocre at best. Wings were chewy and tasted like a dirty grill. Bacon on the sandwich was fried, which is the hallmark of a lazy kitchen staff. Even the table next to us commented that their food (potatoes) tasted like an old fryer oil. Service was kind but ineffective. Drinks went dry twice, never came back to ask how the food was, and our entrees came 5 minutes (I don’t know how this is possible unless they’re par cooking things) after we ordered, well before we were even half way finished with our appetizers. Maybe it was an off day, but I would strongly advise against Bowery.
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Ashley-Kate
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lydia was amazing, the whole experience was wonderful, food incredible and the yurt is so fun!
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FAQs

The Bowery Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 698-2261.

The Bowery Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 986 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 40 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

2261 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Dorchester
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri 11:30 am–2:00 am Sat 10:00 am–2:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bowery-bar.com/
Phone number
(617) 698-2261

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The Bowery Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Experiences

MONDAY - FRIDAY • LUNCH • YURT ($100 MINIMUM)

SATURDAY & SUNDAY • BRUNCH • YURT ($200 MINIMUM)

SUNDAY - THURSDAY • DINNER • YURT ($150 MINIMUM)

Menu

What 986 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Bowery Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Bowery Bar restaurant rated?

Is The Bowery Bar currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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