These stars are all for the beer - amazing selection on tap. Also, b/c I get a kick sitting near the ledge on the second floor, watching all the hipsters (your wait staff will be one of them, for sure) and counting the amount of clashing neon caps and skinny jeans. But if you're just there for a beer, still a wise choice. I wouldn't go hungry - the food is way, way overpriced. We've only had random appetizers, and they didn't even have fries. A bar without fries? Really, hipsters? No, I don't want hummus - that's not even fried. The house Chex Mix was an amusing idea, but only ok in execution, and nothing special. But I may not be trendy enough to really get the irony of eating chex mix in a bar. It's good for groups, small and large, and good for dates. Usually we can get a table as soon as we walk in. I would consider it a good place to stop by for a drink or two, but I wouldn't be a bar fly and I'll only go if I'm in the area. read more

poor beer selection. almost all the beer on tap were craft beers. NO FRENCH FRIES??? WTF??? waiter kind of rude to us and there was no sound to the games we were watching. decent chicken wings though read more

Put in $10 worth into their jukebox only for them to switch the audio to the Bruins game before any of my songs played. Not everyone wants to listen to hockey.. read more

Yelp led me here after searching for a place not too far from my hotel with good beer and food. I was definitely not disappointed! It definitely has a "Cheers-y" vibe to it as previous posts indicate, but not in a way that would make non-regulars feel uncomfortable. It's a totally chill bar. There aren't too many tables, but it wasn't busy at all so it wasn't an issue anyway. Don't expect smiling service- not that service was bad at all- it was actually really good it's just not a "Welcome! My name is XXX and I'll be your server this evening!" type of joint. Beer selection is totally solid- Harpoon and Stone IPA, Allagash White, Guinness and a lager I can't remember at the moment, plus a full bar and what looked like a decent bottled beer selection as well. I had the Cuban sandwich because the bartender suggested anything with the pork that they roast in house was good- and he was right! The sandwich wasn't your typical Cuban sandwich but it was delicious- and enough for 2 to boot. Overall great place- good beer, food and atmosphere. Oh and one last fun fact: Every single dude that works here has a beard. :) read more

I really love this place. The food is amazing and the beer selection is sublime. Fernando is one of the best bartenders in town and his friendliness and attentiveness makes every trip more enjoyable. read more

First time ordering food and it was really fresh and tasty. I got the brisket Reuben, tomato bisque and market salad. I'd go back for sure.

My much younger companion and I went to the Corner Tavern after an afternoon of bar hopping around the Back Bay. The Corner Tavern was on our Yelp list and on our way back to our hotel. We stopped in for a cocktail and my much younger companion asked the bartender for a "dessert" martini. He said he didn't have anything/ therefore loosing my interest and respect for the Corner Tavern. Nothing special and MANY more better options in the area. read more

I found this bar by searching brunch and bloody mary. We walked in right after it opened on a Saturday morning. There were a few people at the bar, but other than that the place was empty. Perfect. Menu was small but the food was good (albeit in smallish portions) and priced right for what you got. Good beer selection. Good bloody marys. Friendly service. Unassuming bar and atmosphere. read more

Went here with a friend to grab a quick bite to eat before going out on a Saturday night. The bar area was pretty packed, but we were able to grab a booth in the back of the restaurant. After perusing through the menu, we decided to split the reuben and the rosalita. Both sandwiches were tasty, though I have to say that the rosalita was my favorite between the two. Each sandwich came with a side--we got pasta salad and a side of greens. The greens were very bland, but the pasta salad was a nice addition. Overall, the food here is quality, very well-priced (under $20 for both sandwiches), and the service is quick and friendly. Worth checking out as a casual dining option/watering hole. read more

Great beer selection and vibe. Locals place with great food and a good place to watch a game. Staff is friendly and attentive.

I used to love-love this place, now i think it has all the makings of a great place, but the crowd has changed quite a bit for it to hold the same place in my heart. great food, but AMAZING drinks. Aldo is one of my favorite bartenders in Boston-- the only one whose name I remember... but better yet, he remembers my name and my bf's name every time we come in, even after months of being away! Aldo has made Corner Tavern a favorite locale for me and almost all of my friends. It's kind of a shame that the crowd has gotten so much louder, rowdier, and ruder... but I'll go any time before 9ish now! have I mentioned how great the drinks (made by Aldo) are?? Ask for the "horny tequila" drink (made with Hornitos Tequila, but obviously catchy for another reason, haha!) read more

Came here on a Thursday night with a group of 5. It wasn't particularly packed but there was a couple of good sized groups already there around 10ish. We found seats at one of the few high table tops available. The bartender came promptly thereafter and took our drink orders. He kind of rushed us and gave us a smidge of attitude, but maybe he was having a bad night or something..? (It was only 10 though!). In the few hours we were there, we had a few rounds of drinks and every time that bartender would come around, he was so attitudey! Annoying since we were patronizing them and still left a decent tip! Overall, cool little bar that was nearby my gf's place. Would def come back for the chill factor and it being a nice little spot to hang out in a happening area with definitely options around to peruse when this weather gets warmer! read more

Me: not a bar person at all, recovering from an illness so not supposed to be drinking heavily, yet preferring mixed drinks to beer (I'll own it. I'm not afraid.) My friend: a huge fan of this bar, heavyweight, realizing she should drag me out of the house for my own good Corner Tavern: perfect laid-back, friendly atmosphere, no need to pull strange maneuvers to get the bartender's attention, refreshingly lacking the meat market feel. The bartender: mixes well-balanced drinks, takes in stride both my friend specifying 'the cheapest vodka you have' and me being in a bar when I'm not supposed to be drinking, finds me a Twisted Tea so I'm not just nursing a water all night! read more

Incredible brunch - waffle sandwich and eggs benedict. So reasonably priced!

Absolutely one of my favorite places we visited on our mini vacation to Boston, we only got to go twice, I wish we could have gone again for the food. GREAT atmosphere, good music and excellent food. The bar tenders are not the friendliest of people, we interacted with three different ones over our two visits and they were all consistently mediocre. The drinks were average, nothing spectacular but the food...was amazing. The tater tots with sriracha mayo, the duck confit sandwich, the pasta salad, omg, everything is delish! read more

Tried the food: Chicken wings - fantastic! Cobb salad - fresh and tasty. read more

We've been back here a couple times and without the special deals before 8 pm, its not as worth it anymore.They also changed the turkey they use in their turkey sandwiches which are now no longer as delicious. If this place wasn't so close to my apt I probably wouldn't make the effort to go back, but since it is, I will still be frequenting this place. ps- brunch is decent. read more

Drinks are good, atmosphere is really fun. What else can you ask for? Oh yes, the whole bar singing along to your music selections. That was pretty awesome. Prices were pretty standard for what they were offering. They had a good selection of liquor, and their drinks were very well made. We were in too late for food, but I would definitely come back to try it. The jukebox was fun and a bit of a dollar suck, once you've had a couple of drinks it gets addicting scrolling through the songs and putting random crap on! This is definitely on my list of places to drink at on evenings when I'm looking for someplace comfortable. Great neighborhood bar! read more

yummy yummy yummmmmmmmmmmy!!!! this is kind of our go-to place... we come here often and i have never eaten anything here that wasn't FANTASTIC. the white bean dip is so creamy dreamy delicious and good lord the reuben couldn't possibly be tastier. I BEG please corner tavern make the carpaccio and steak tartar something from the regular menu... i find myself daydreaming of it while i should be doing other things. the service here is fantastic, so friendly and they are always on top of everything. plus they have shipyard pumpkinhead on draft this time of year. thank the good good lord i live 1 block away. yes i reeaaalllly like this place. read more

Great, casual bar. On the smaller side, but perfect meet-up spot when you don't care about windows. Blueberry ale on tap is excellent. Eager to go back and try the food. Maybe when it gets colder and I'm looking for a cozy spot to hang out. read more

I enjoy coming here. It's a very cozy bar with overall good service and yummy food. I live right around the corner (haha) and it's one of my favorite local places to grab a meal with friends. For a bar in Back Bay, I'm pleased to say that it's not too expensive compared to other restaurants in the neighborhood. Also the food is great. Not your typical bar menu. Their pulled pork sliders are DELISH! Though they don't have the best beer selection. read more

I ordered the bacon and pepperjack grilled cheese sandwich. Came out of the kitchen fresh and hot. Very tasty sandwich. Highly recommended. Paired it with a locally brewed Harpoon IPA (also very good). I capped off my meal with an order of Memphis BBQ wings. There were about 10 in the order. You need to know that it's a dry rub; I was apprehensive, but they were really good. Very hot, as well. In regards to the ambiance, the bar is below street level. You would walk right past it if you didn't know where you were going. I went for a somewhat early dinner on a Tuesday night, so it wasn't that busy. I found a spot toward the back. Lots of (albeit smaller) TVs with ESPN and the local sports channel. There was seating at the bar and also seating toward the back. Music was playing at an appropriate level. Not sure if they turn on the game sound when the Red Sox are playing. I would definitely go back. The menu is limited, but for lunch or dinner with friends at a fair price, I'd recommend it! read more

CONNOR G WAS INCREDIBLE - 10/10 RECOMMEND! The food was great, the service was great, the drinks were great, and the overall atmosphere was perfect! We got buffalo chicken pizza, soft pretzels, and beers. Connor was so accommodating and helpful as we navigated our first visit to Boston. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

I've been coming to Corner Tavern for some time now as it's a go to spot for friends and I to meet up at. This past Friday however I got food poisoning. While I'm a huge fan normally, good food with a great beer selection, I don't think I'll be getting food from here again. As the food was all cooked appropriately it appeared (deviled eggs, rueben and pasta salad) I'm assuming that raw food was touched and then my food was touched or someone didn't appropriately wash their hands after the restroom and then touched my food. Regardless of cause, I'd rather not experience this again as it's wrecked my weekend so I'll likely be shying away from food from here in the future. read more

I personally think their drinks are overpriced, but it's probably because they are located in a prime area in Back Bay. Nevertheless, it wasn't too bad of an experience read more

Great bar! stopped in after walking around Chinatown to get a beer and was treated like I was an old friend! Bartenders were super friendly and served the drinks quickly. We ended up chatting about Denver and the mountains as the bartender had visited there recently. They gave me awesome advise of where to get the best lobster roll in Boston and other tings to see. read more

I'm glad I know about this fun spot, but I hope not too many people find it! So cute, quiet, and had a great selection. I was wary when I discovered the website was "coming soon" but I'm a big fan of hole-in-the-wall spots which this definitely is. The inside has great exposed brick and plenty of seating. Half priced appetizers and a good beer selection made me love it even more. I had the grilled cheese to dip in tomato soup. Yum! The wait staff is definitely attentive and friendly but never rushed us along. I wouldn't go expecting to meet lots of people but this is a great spot to meet up with friends. The music was fun but being able to chat & eat made the Corner Tavern a hit with everyone. read more

Why didn't I discover this place sooner? Been going once a week for lunch for about 2 months...amazing lunch specials and the food is amazing. I recommend the Meat Loaf Burger or Pulled Pork. It's very delicious and well worth the $5 dollars? 5 DOLLARS? really?!?! Yes that's right, amazing price for food that could easily go for more. If you don't want a beer just order a soda or juice with your meal to get the $5 special...it's that simple. I highly recommend the pasta salad as a side...it's pesto delicious! hats off to the chef, what a gorgeous menu. read more

After the Red Sox game was cancelled, we wanted to find a local place to enjoy happy hour before our drive south. Even while sitting at the stop light right next it, we almost missed it as it's in the basement of the building and blends in very well. The interior is warm, inviting and clean. Only a couple people at the bar but the bartender still came out to help us while we sat at a high top table. Beer selection was ok. My buddy wanted a dark non hoppy beer and his only option was Guiness, so they lost out on a sale there. Happy hour good selection was good. I had the prosciutto, bleu chz and balsalmic flat bread and the pork sliders. Good flavor but a little dry for the bread. The sliders were good but could have used a little kick to the sauce. The slaw served with the sliders? I'd say awful, but that would mean it had flavor. You could feel some leafy material with a flavorless cream sauce on your tongue but that was it. My buddy had the meatloaf sandwich which he loved. It came with what seemed like breakfast potatoes which we thought was unusual. Overall not a bad visit, would definitely come back to try other items. The bartender was patient with our indecision which made the experience a 3 instead of 2 stars. read more

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Was a little hesitant to try this place, but after reviewing their menu thought would give it a try. So glad that we did! Sat at the bar, service was great. Started off with the tater tots, perfectly dusted with Parmesan, dipping sauce added a tasteful layer. Main meal was meatloaf sandwich and daily special of lobster Mac and cheese. Not a fan of ketchup, so requested none, very accommodating. A bit on the dry side, but still tasty. Lobster Mac and cheese... The description on the menu of lobster swimming in cheese, hit the nail on the head. Definitely recommend trying this place out. read more

The Corner Tavern is tucked away with an amazing atmosphere. We were the only ones in the place for a late lunch. The service was excellent. I had a Santa Fe wrap with tater tots. I immediately went for the wrap because it included guacamole. I wasn't disappointed. Also, tried the crab cake sandwich from someone else at my table. It was very tasty. My only complaint would be the beer selection but I found something to order. read more

I just love the Corner Tavern. Perfect cozy, neighborhood spot to pop in for a drink with friends or a warm meal. Young, twenty-something crowd, several TVs and pop music fill the comfortably dark, yet mood-lit basement bar. Makes you think of your favorite nook and cranny spot. Highly recommend the grilled cheeses. Thoughtful and tasty combos that go well with either a glass of wine or a pint. Service is quick and no fuss, no muss. Again, great neighborhood bar with tasty food and a solid crowd. read more

We came here while visiting family on comm ave, stopped in for lunch and were pleasantly surprised by this hidden gem. Excellent food and service, not to mention great list of beers on tap. Love this place. read more

Such a friendly place and the food is as tasty as ever. Love the Buffalo chicken wrap, cobb salad and grilled cheese....and of course the tots. Thanks to the friendly staff who always have our takeout ready to go and thanks also to the friendly bar tender who helped me choose a couple of great IPAs to go when picking up lunch today - so enjoying them for Friday happy hour after a long week. Great place! read more

Crashing on the couch of a friend in Back Bay while relocating to Boston during the late summer / early fall of 2009, I was lucky enough to become a neighborhood regular at The Corner Tavern without ever necessarily living nearby. The knowledgeable and friendly staff has a way of making all their guests feel like regulars. Whether it's the first time you belly up to the bar for a beer while watching the game in a relaxed atmosphere or bringing a date for a sit down dinner in the quaint dining area in the back - you're sure to feel right at home. Special compliments need to be paid to Chef Patrick Davis, whose moderately priced menu featuring Friday night specials always hits the spot when you're looking for something a bit more upscale in taste than your run of the mill "pub food". My favorites are the Roasted Vegetable & Goat Cheese Sandwich and the Meatloaf Burger (and I rarely eat red meat). They pour one of the best Guinness in town and I've never been disappointed with a Sunday Brunch Bloody Mary. Also good on a budget as I believe they currently have a $5 sandwich lunch special on weekdays. Great jukebox selection read more

Corner Tavern is comfortable & warm bar, with much to love about it. The staff is one of its best qualities - we are always well cared for by Aldo and the rest of the bartenders. They pour a perfect pint of guinness, have an interesting beer selection, and can make a nice Sazerac. The menu here has always been good - and cheap - but lately it's improved. On our last visit, we tried the Rueben sandwich. It had thinly cut pastrami, mild, tasty sauerkraut, cheese & great rye - one of the best reuben sandwiches in town. The grilled cheese & tomato soup is a great snack, especially in winter. The carbonara mac & cheese is another favorite, as are the meatloaf burger and the turkey panini. Corner Tavern is a great place for weeknights - gets a little packed after 9 pm on weekends - you'll get consistently great food and drinks, and always friendly service. I wish they still had the dart board. read more

My favorite bar in Boston, hands down. It's relaxed, food is good. And the people are always chill here. Buffalo wings are roasted not fried, can't beat that healthy factor! Definately a great spot to catcha game or just hang with your friends! read more

My reason for going the first time was to watch the Celtics game, and I fell in love with the place. Corner Tavern has become the default for an undecided night out or a quick get-together. The atmosphere is laid back and unpretentious (atypical of a nice Back Bay bar). The staff is friendly and welcoming (when will y'all stop carding me? I've been here often enough, and how often do you encounter a Texas Asian??).. Why not a Five Star? Because of their limited bar menu. Where are the french fries and nachos? read more

Really like corner, my wife and friends go all the time. They have good quick food on the spot. Drinks aren't that strong and the service annoys me because they can be very rushed towards you if they want more people in. I take my time and enjoy my food, drink, and friends. This is ok sometimes but they can be pushy. Good weekly spot though, will be back in a few weeks, vacation time. read more

Cozy and inviting, a hidden gem. Honey Sriracha wings, Gyro wrap and meatloaf burger were all tasty. Service was excellent. We'll be back!