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    4.6 (196 reviews)
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    Amanda V.

    I fell in love with the bottled old fashioned when Bully Boy began shipping it during COVID. Because a lady doesn't tell, you'll never know just how many bottles traveled to my house on the west coast. This past weekend, I had the opportunity to tour the distillery, ahead of a late night flight out. As luck had it, I was the only person on the tour. I had a great time with my guide, Margaret, as she walked me around the production floor, discussed BB's process, and talked about the three samples I tasted. The distillery has a beautiful bar with a great selection of signature and classic cocktails. Although I took an Uber, it looked like there was plenty of street parking in the area. If you want to play the odds to be in a smaller group, book the 1 PM time.

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    Andrew G.

    Among the best cocktail spots in the city and easily the best prices. There's a couple of cool lounging areas and couches in the back outside of the bar with retro pinball machines. Definitely a unique spot worth the visit and an awesome staff too

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    Leslie L.

    Came by with friends for drinks on a Friday night - great time. The layout is great and has multiple spaces - bar up front, middle space with barrels to walk around, room in back has tables, couches and pinball machines (bring cash!). There's no food, but the menu says you can bring your own if so inclined. Great drinks, friendly bartenders, and the ambience is laid back and not rowdy or loud. Highly recommend!

    Jeremy S.

    First time to Bully Boy Distillers and it did not disappoint. We came in late night for some drinks, it was a little hard to find, very much a speak easy vibe. I loved the door with the formula, basic meaning to make ethanol/ alcohol. The cocktails were perfectly made with the distilled products. I also enjoyed having the American whiskey neat, very nice flavor and well balanced, would buy a bottle if I could find one. I'll definitely be back when in town.

    Carol S.

    Went for a distillery tour and had a fantastic time and have gone back many times since for events that they host.Our tour guide was fantastic and gave us the history of bully boy! There is no food but you can order delivery. During events they do have food trucks and vendors. I love the decor it's set in an old mill building with a history of its own. The barrel room has beautiful chandeliers great for a bachelors/bachelorette party. They also have bottles for purchase / coasters etc.. I put together a basket for a Yankee swap. Have a Bully of a day!

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    Jonathan R.

    Bourbon distilled in Boston?? Don't tell the Brits or they might come back. Yes, dear readers not only is it true but it is right up there with all the browns Bourbon County Ky puts out for a fraction of the price. Go with the straight American whiskey ( Blue label). It has a hint of sweetness and a spice in the aftertaste. Seriously delicious! And at 84 proof let's make it a double. Enjoy!

    Megha U.

    Went on a Friday evening and the place was popping, Good drinks, try their flight of alcohol. No food but there was a taco truck right outside. Classy ambience but really loud. Good fast service.

    Kim M.

    So fun! We did the distillery tour. Learned a lot and tour included free samples and a glass to take home. We also stayed for the unique cocktails - those were delicious too! Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. I'd come back! Fair warning, parking might be difficult.

    Suha L.

    My boyfriend and I did a whiskey tour here recently and we had the best boozy time! Our tour guide was super knowledgeable and funny and gave us a few samples of their whiskey. Some of it was super strong but still great. With a ticket for the tour, you also get a souvenir glass to take home. During the tour, they give you a rundown on how the alcohol is made and they show you the barrels that they age the whiskey in, too! Afterward, there's a bar on site that has the most amazing cocktails. Our tour was less than an hour but we ended up spending almost 2 hours there!

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    Andrew C.

    Low key and local distillery that is making great stuff straight out of Boston. Drinks here are excellent and not pretentious. Reserve tours in advance to pop in for a nice cocktail or two. Knowledgeable staff and superb service.

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    Dominique D.

    Went here for the first time on Friday the 13th and had a great time! Got there at 7and glad we did because tons of people showed up around 9. We sat inside the barrel room and first ordered the whiskey flights 10/10 recommend. I love whiskey/whiskey and trying different types so this was great for me and even better for someone wanting to try like my roommate. We were given complimentary shots which was amazing and made us feel very welcomed. Only complaint was the amount of fruit flies and gnats in the barrel room. They were all over the place and even got in our drinks. We were able to switch the drinks out for new ones, but would have rather not experienced that. Other than that I'd go again, but hopefully there are some fruit fly catchers next time.

    William B.

    Their honey maple tables, spacious rooms, and plush seats are a haven for anyone who appreciates a genuine speakeasy for enjoying a good drink with friends. As someone who doesn't drink, their juniper belt is my go-to, and it is zesty. The distillery itself is in a pleasant part of town, as the staff is so friendly and wants you to truly enjoy yourself.

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    Ambiance. Tour was great insight into how spirits are made. The cocktails after were sublime.

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    The distillery tour was so fun and interesting. A perfect rainy day activity - drinks after in the tasting room were delicious

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    Cool hole in the wall bar. Terrible neighborhood but cool once inside. Went here for comedy night highly recommend

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    Favorite bar in Boston! Drink menu is always changing and it's a small, quiet space. Can bring your own food as well.

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    The Wig Shop - Bar

    The Wig Shop

    4.4(184 reviews)
    2.1 mi•Downtown

    I asked an LLM for a bar, open on a Monday, that would satisfy someone who laments the…read moredisappearance of Fort Point's bar Drink. It responded right away that it would optimize for a place that appeals to cocktail nerds and is open on Mondays. I directed me to Wig Shop, and said that Wig Shop even has a cocktail named in honor of John Gertsen, Boston's much-missed (he's in SF, last I knew) founding bartender at Drink and Number Nine Park. Wig Shop did not disappoint: fabulous cocktails, an easygoing vibe (my two buddies and I were able to chat without yelling from 8pm until 11:30), comfortable banquettes (with, incidentally, backs that are high enough to be supportive but low enough that you can spread out your arms on them), and wonderful service. The service, in particular, lives up to the "cocktail nerd" aspect that the LLM highlighted: our server knew the drinks backwards and forwards, and knew exactly what I was talking about when I mentioned the drink in Gertsen's honor. I'd recommend this place to cocktail nerds, and to anyone who wants to have a drink and chat with friends. We'll be back soon.

    On our way to Boston, on the plane my fiance read an article about the trending speakeasies…read morenationwide at the moment. The Wig Shop was on the list... what a coincidence we were just going to be there. So, obviously, we made it a point to check it out. It was very last minute, so we had no reservations, but we checked opening hours and were there almost on the dot. Thankfully we were able to get in. The way they are setup is that if you are a party of 2, they sit you with another "couple" to maximize space. This is fun, it makes you have conversations with strangers that for the time you are there become "friends". Hopefully you have the same good experience we did and not have anti-social people in front of you. The drinks are fun and strong, and they have a full bar for those who want something more classic or have a drink of choice. They also have food, which looked really good.

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    backbar - Bar

    backbar

    4.4(461 reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    As per usual 10/10 Greeted in door way…read more Clean well stocked bathrooms Welcoming to everyone 80s 90s 2000s knowledgeable stylish Mushroom app and burger were nice treats to add to the awesome studio ghibli themed menu from the BB guide so clever top notch cocktails Cocktails Drinks Music and kikis delivery service on the projector good vibes

    I am a lover of everything studio ghibli so when I saw Backbar was doing essentially a month of…read moredrinks based on the movies I knew I had to go! The bar is really funky fun which I loved. There is literally fun everywhere you look from the panda stuffed animal riding a tiger on the wall to the hilarious shrek pillow. Coming right when they open I was able to see these things that you would likely not see in the evening. But to be fair I came right when they opened since it is first come first serve. A majority of the drinks were more on the savory side which was very interesting like "may all your bacon burn" with bacon bites at the top of the drink. The drinks my friend had were all stunning with the use of egg yolk to elevate the drink. We ended the evening by walking over to Bow Market and trying Viet Citron which was so DANG GOOD my gosh. The to go orders were insane but looks like they are doing very well despite recently opening in. I got the grilled lemongrass pork ribs bowl and youtiao and the side sauce was so good. The ribs were all very meaty. It looks small but I was surprised how full I was after having it. Nice night of drinks and food. What we got Kiki's marmalade buns Castle in the sky Milk Punch May All your bacon burn

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    Saltie Girl - The World Is Your Oyster

    Saltie Girl

    4.2(2.8k reviews)
    1.8 mi•Back Bay
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    Came here for a Sunday lunch while visiting Boston--this place was popping outside!!! Although…read moreweather was great, we opted for a table inside, which wasn't as crowded upstairs. Inside decor is cute! Our server Jacob was great, and food was DELICIOUS!!! Highly recommend the Caviar 30g, New England Lobster Roll (both warm or cold, although I preferred the warm more) and Lobster Fra Diavolo (so flavorful OMG!) We also enjoyed the Raw Oysters, Hamachi Tiradito, Caesar Salad, and Day Boat Fish & Chips. Pro tip: try eating an oyster with caviar, it's to die for! For drinks, we got the Mimosa Bar ($200) which came with a huge 1.5L Prosecco bottle & three bottles of different juices--this was enough for five people! For dessert, the Raspberry Caramel Madeleines were okay--we were celebrating a birthday so they put a candle on the dessert for her.

    I NEVER use the word 'delightful' but that's the exact word needed to describe Saltie Girl…read more Is there ANY better way to enjoy Boston than to eat some delicious sea food on the patio while enjoying a perfectly sunny afternoon? If there is, let me know. For now, I'll stick with Saltie Girl, where I relished a fantastic clam chowder with a hint of olive oil, and a plate of moules frites of which I left no shell un-eaten. Thanks to my dining companion's generosity, I was also able to sample their wonderful lobster roll served on a soft buttery bun. Wash all that down with a crispy rosé and you have the makings of a PERFECT afternoon. Thank you SALTIE GIRL!!!

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    Wink & Nod - Zucchini Fritters

    Wink & Nod

    3.9(559 reviews)
    1.5 mi•South End
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    Wink & Nod in South End Boston is a MUST try! They are a speak easy cocktail bar with a pop up…read morekitchen. This season they have the chef from the Black Cat Eatery. Make reservations if you're thinking about going (Which you should!) from the curry goat patty to the oxtail pasta! You'll be licking all your fingers! LOL. We had, the curry goat patty. Griyot, broccolini, oxtail pasta, and the Mac & cheese! AMAZING. Drinks are on point. Food is a fire and Kalani our bartender was a vibe! #Wink&Nod #DohOnTheGo #Boston #GoodEats #TreatYourselfDontCheatYourself

    Last night, y'all... @_valentino_86 did his BIG one at @wink_and_nod, and I'm still thinking about…read morethat meal! The food tasted like pure love and a long hug in every bite. Let's talk about what we ordered: The goat pâté had a perfectly flaky crust, and the meat was tender, juicy, and seasoned beautifully. The mac and cheese was creamy, rich, and packed with flavor.The oxtail pasta was cooked to perfection and bursting with bold, savory flavor.The Haitian style griot with pikliz tasted like somebody's auntie or mama made it. That's how you know it's GOOD! Chef Valentine, thank you for sharing your gift and your kindness with us. It was such a pleasure chatting with you and learning more about your journey and everything you're building. You're incredibly talented, and it shows in every plate. And can we give a shout out to our waiter, Xavier? TOP TIER! He knew the menu inside and out, handled all of my little isms and skisms without missing a beat, and was attentive from beginning to end. The hospitality was unmatched. The entire @wink_and_nod experience was beautiful. The speakeasy is chic, the atmosphere is a vibe, the bathrooms were spotless, and the service was exceptional. Chef Valentine is currently the resident chef, and I'm hoping they keep him there for a long time because he's definitely worth the visit. Y'all, JUST GO! Tell them Leah sent you! And don't forget to follow his business page @blkcateatery. #LeahApproved

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    The Street Bar - The Street Bar | The Newbury Boston

    The Street Bar

    3.6(77 reviews)
    1.9 mi•Back Bay

    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.

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    Gigi - Rigatoni alla Vodka

    Gigi

    4.3(253 reviews)
    1.3 mi•Back Bay
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    This is my second time coming to Gigi!…read more Every time when I'm in Boston it will be a tradition from now on. Our server, Leo, was very friendly, and he helped us pick what to get. We ordered their special of the day: the fried zucchini tempura, cod, and veal vodka spaghetti, as well as the rice meatballs, regular meatballs, and the alla vodka rigatoni. Everything tasted phenomenal. The setting was so cozy and it's always a wonderful time in this space. Make sure to book a reservation, because it's impossible to get a walk in table, even on a rainy day!

    Last night, my friend and I tried Gigi for the first time for dinner!…read more Definitely super busy on a Saturday night so I highly recommend making reservations. They have indoor seating & outdoor "patio" seating. We started off the meal with drinks! We ordered the limoncello spritz & the pistachio martini. The limoncello spritz tasted refreshing & like a sparkling lemon/limeade with a hint of honey. The pistachio martini was very creamy & tasted sweeter at the end of each sip. We shared two appetizers: the arancini and the calamari fritti. We LOVE calamari & always end up ordering it at every restaurant we visit that has it on their menu. We liked the presentation but wished that the calamari was crispier. The batter is thicker + unseasoned & was fried lightly. The two sauces definitely helped here. We enjoyed the arancini much more than the calamari, though that's not to say the calamari was bad haha. The arancini was just a better bite! I loved that they were crispy, cheesy, + quite flavorful. I highly recommend getting the arancini appetizer. As for entrees, we each ordered a pasta. We did the rigatoni alla vodka & chitarra alla vongole. I'm a big fan of white wine pastas with clams & have to say this one was GOOD! Very flavorful actually, while still tasting light. The sauce had a smokey garlic flavor that I really liked! They gave a lot of clams too, so I was pretty happy with my choice in ordering this dish. The rigatoni alla vodka is perhaps their most popular dish and what our server suggested instead of getting the bolognese. We thought it was just okay. It doesn't come with any protein, just pasta + sauce but it wasn't memorable. I'd say, maybe try the other pasta dishes they have before getting the rigatoni alla vodka. Overall, it wasn't a great meal! The highlights for me were the arancini and the chitarra alla vongole. I think I would come back again to try more dishes & although service was a bit slower (with how busy it was), our server was kind & helpful! Prices were on par with other Italian restaurants in/out of the city. Parking: street parking

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    Extra Dirty Cocktail Club

    Extra Dirty Cocktail Club

    4.7(12 reviews)
    2.9 mi•North End

    Such a fun experience and honestly such a deal for how many drinks and food you get! Definitely…read moreneed reservations, even on a weekday. You have to enter the building with a small fox picture, go down a set of stairs and check in at the counter of said restaurant before they lead you into the back where the speakeasy is. The menu is "set" in that they have a particular cuisine focus for the night and the four food dishes are predetermined as well as the first drink. That being said, you get to order three more drinks from their cocktail menu that range from lighter to more spirit forward, ending with more dessert type cocktails. All the drink flavors were so unique and a fun twist. The food was actually very substantial. Good flavors as well. Our favorite dishes were the lamb cigars (large egg roll shape with eggplant and spices) and the whole branzino. Everything was good though. Service was a very friendly and they were open about the fact that if you didn't like a drink they'd make you another one.

    Man I love this place…read more Reservations are a must and it is a little tricky to find. Look for the fox on the outside door and go downstairs. We sat at the bar and Ada was our bartender. She was great! Really enjoyed talking with her and she had great drinks recommendations. The food was delicious and very unique which was refreshing. Its a 2 hour experience with 4 drinks, 3 food courses and a dessert. You definitely wont be hungry after. Highly recommend for a date night.

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