This place completely lives up the hype. They run the same drink menu for a few months before switching it up. Each time is different and almost always excellent. I've not only had many of the best drinks I've ever had in Boston here, but some of the best drinks I've ever had. The bartenders are also great at explaining things. The only cons are that it's hard to get tickets -- they do a prix fixe drink menu for which you buy tickets online, all included. But ti's hard to get them because they're so good! You should come expecting to drink perhaps more than you usually do (or at least than we do) -- say 3.5 drinks. So a taxi, rideshare, or public transit it the way to go. And the accompanying food is meant as a sidelight -- it accompanies the drinks, which are the focus. If you like inventive cocktails, this is the top place to try in Boston. Just don't expect a full meal (it's snacks) or great decor -- it's a small counter bar and that's about it. But the drinks, again, are always good and often amazing. read more

Totally worth the hype! Came here for drinks with friends and was blown away with the creativity of the cocktails and the warmth of the staff. This place is tiny and you need to fight for your life for a reservation but it makes sense why it's so popular. The drinks are spectacular and the staff are extremely knowledgeable and will guide you through the whole experience. Will definitely be returning! read more

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We had a wonderful visit to Farmacia for the Korean chapter. The cocktails were masterfully formulated and Susie was such a delight throughout the evening, being able to chat while also preparing the drinks. The other couples during the seating were lovely as well. Things I loved: *pay in advance--you pay when you make the reservation so you can just leave at the end *the cocktails--among the best you can find in boston. You can taste the care that goes into the menu preparation. *the service--we had such a nice evening that flew by Things of note: *the seating goes by pretty fast--for the volume of alcohol (3.5 drinks), the 90ish minute seating is too short. We ended up having to drink faster than we wanted to *the bar snacks--while tasty, they were teeny tiny. See my photo of the banchan--meant to be shared among two people. I was anticipating slightly more volumous snacks All in all, I totally recommend this experience and would definitely go back read more

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Came for Chapter 15, which was a Korean theme. The drinks here are so good, really on a level with anything else you can get in Boston. Worth the hassle of getting tickets, but I would pick your menu. This one skewed a bit sweet, which makes sense with Korean flavors, and they did a great job making sure the bites were accessible and delicious. Kayla was amazing behind the bar--it felt like your comfortable neighborhood bar just decided to start pouring the most incredible crafted cocktails. I wish it were easier to get in, but genuinely one of the best drinks you can get in Boston. read more

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What a fun concept and great drinks. It definitely feels rushed, so I'd love to see them add on more time for the experience. Our bartender/server didn't seem very engaged with our group. I know she was busy, but she seemed like she didn't want to talk or converse. That I think made the experience a little awkward and set the tone for us. She was nice but kind of short and seemed very preoccupied. Hopefully, that makes sense. I'd go again, but I'd like to sit with a different bartender to see if we get a different experience. Don't come hungry - they give 2 small bar snacks that are good, but don't expect full-size apps :) You up front when you book and its very limited seating so plan ahead! read more

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While a reservation is definitely recommended, we were able to get a walk in seat! The restaurant is adorable and our server was so friendly. We tried a couple of cocktails and both were amazing. I'd love to come back for a full meal! read more

Such a lovely spot- it's a pain in the butt to get reservations but I finally snagged one! The bar wasn't full when we were seated, so a few people were able to walk in. They were told that they could have one drink but would need to leave by the next seating. We received little dried fruit, a small soup to share, and ice cream as our snacks throughout the tasting. The drinks were delicious- after our first drinks, we could pick from the menu for the next 3. The drinks were super unique and I loved the glasses they chose! The spicy drinks were a little too intense, but I loved the others. It was fun chatting with the bartender and other guests. Definitely a good plan to come here after dinner - it's a lot of alcohol! read more

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Love this place and i try to come to every single chapter! Great creativity on all the drinks and the snack/pairing. I love having the set/prepaid menu experience. Solid ambiance and service every time. You will need to eat before or after your seating as there's no true food here..but it's the North End and Italian restaurants are in abundance. read more

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A remarkable experience. Every time I thought it couldn't get any better, it absolutely did. This concept - complex, quirky, & unique cocktails curated to broaden & challenge your palette in a small intimate setting - is the dream. It was such a joy to watch the bar staff work their magic as we sat back & allowed it to happen all around us. The theme of the night: An Exploration of the Elements. Each cocktail related to either air, water, fire, or earth. We were allowed to choose 3 cocktails out of the 9 available throughout the night. My choices: 1 - In a Pickle 2 - Traditional Absinthe Service 3 - Roots I'm not surprised that the pickle cocktail was my favorite (it's right up my alley), but I was blown away by just how good it was. It was dill pickle infused Chopin, tomato water, lime, & an amalgamation of the most delicious savory spices. It was garnished with a pickle, of course. STELLAR! I would drink 5 if I could. Alongside our drinks, we were also served small plates & little treats. Imagine my excitement when I realized that cotton candy was one of the pairings. Imagine the shock of everyone at the bar when I announced it was my first time trying cotton candy in my life. Such a fun touch! The staff was also very accommodating to allergies/food sensitivities. Phil, the bar director, was a great presence behind the bar. A true professional, but also just a pleasant guy to be around. Jovial & a little cheeky. As past reviews have mentioned, it's very difficult to secure a reservation. Tickets become available 60 days in advance at noon sharp on the first of the month. Be quick to reserve your spot! Payment is required when you confirm your reservation. We absolutely can't wait to go back. Thank you, Farmacia! read more

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I had an excellent time at this cocktail experience. I was here for the summer camp chapter and it was excellent. I had the mezcal snowcone, berry ice tea cocktail, melon martini, and snores espresso martini. Each were really excellent! There was more food included than I expected. They have solid allergen free alternatives to the preset food (I got Burrata instead of a hot dog). The snow cone was my fav. I'd come come more if the reservations were easier to lock down! read more

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Amazing experience Great drinks Amazing personnel Highly recommend. Book early. read more

Absolute must on the Boston experience bucket list if you're a cocktail connoisseur (if you can get a reservation!) - the price might seem steep but you definitely get your money's worth for a 4 course cocktail menu + some small bites. The atmosphere is intimate with ~10 bar seats and no tables - you'll likely end up chatting with strangers while trying an array of carefully curated cocktails. The bartender is knowledgeable and friendly, happy to answer questions and tell you more about the drinks if you're curious. I'll definitely be back to try the next menu! read more

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I came to Farmacia on a Friday night in January at 5pm, just as they were opening. We made our reservations far in advance. Just as many other have noted, it's pretty hard to get a reservation, so be sure to book as soon as the openings become available. I'm not really a big cocktail person in general, so this was definitely a treat for me. I could tell the drinks were of high quality, which I appreciated. When I visited, the theme was tropical, so the whole menu of drinks and snacks was based around that, and the bartenders even worse Hawaiian shirts. I enjoyed all the drinks I tried, with the exception of the espresso martini, which included pineapple (per the tropical theme), but I didn't like the flavor combination. If I could make any improvements, I wish they provided some more food and it would be nice not to be limited to 1.5 hours. We were a party of three and they only gave us two soups and two ice creams, which I thought was a bit odd, especially given the price tag. Towards the end, we had to rush to finish our drinks. To me, this was fun for a one time thing and the drinks were definitely nicely crafted, but I would prefer to go elsewhere where there are more food options and would rather not be limited to a given theme. I would recommend it if you're looking for an intimate spot, maybe to celebrate an anniversary or splurge for a fancy date night! read more

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A little late posting this review from the late summer menu but wow was this such a great experience! This place is a small 9 person bar top which lets you chat while enjoying your drinks and get to know the people sitting next to you. The bartender is great and really knowledgeable and comes up with some awesome cocktail creations. Make sure that you sign up for the mailing list to make sure that you can get reservations though. Tickets are the only way to get a seat but it's so worth it and if we can will definitely be going again! read more

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Reservations basically required. Very good cocktails. Excellent service in my opinion. Operator doesn't seem very friendly towards yelp.

Curious about this new cocktail bar, I booked a pre-paid reservation ($55) to try out 3 cocktails with accompanying snack/pairings. The cocktails all tasted fantastic. The 1st, the Il Dave Avery, consisted of Fernet Branca, Rittenhouse Rye, Mexican Coke Syrup, and Luxardo Cherry. It tasted like an old fashioned without any burn. It tasted sweet without having a syrupy, molasses mouthfeel, and carried black pepper at the front of the palate. It was paired with spiced bar nuts. The 2nd, the Aglio y Pepe, consisted of Vodka, dry Vermouth blend, garlic, pepper, and lemon. It actually tasted like garlic - not in the toasted garlic chip way or the giant raw clove way, but in the diced raw garlic's bit of heat manner. That was paired with chips and hummus. The hummus tasted thick and rich - probably made in house or from a decent nearby shop. I forgot to write down notes for the 3rd, so I'll omit that. If I only considered the drinks, I would absolutely return. However. the overall experience seemed rough around the edges. The bartender (the one and only, as it's his solo op w/support staff) seemed quite overworked. He was constantly running around fulfilling orders, with left little time for inquiries, small talk, and learning about the drinks. When serving drinks, the bartender seemed stiff and robotic, sticking to a script (albeit well-rehearsed) before immediately setting off to fulfill another order. In the rare times where the bartender wasn't scrambling, however, he seemed much more forthcoming in talking about the menu and different drink combos and engaging in general conversation. That may have been a case of nerves, as when I visited, the establishment had only been open for a week. One additional consequence of reading things off of a script and not having much time to explain some details was that the concoctions came off as a bit pretentious and tryhard, with fancy words thrown around to make things sound cooler. Admittedly, that happens in many cocktail bars, but those bars take the time to explain why, say, the establishment used 2 different types of amaro in a cocktail that normally only calls for one. I think that this establishment does have potential. Slowing down the pace of work and making more conversations drastically improve the overall experience and live up to, as the website describes, "the intimate nature of Farmacia". read more

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Ive been trying to get in here for a YEAR! WOW, WOW, WOW! If you like artisan drinks this is your place. That is all. read more

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The cocktail experience was fun, informative and excellent. We met some great couples with the cocktail experience. However, that owner injected himself in the couples conversations multiple times based on his dissatisfaction with the topic that unfortunately derailed the experience. read more

One of the best cocktail bars in the city! With fresh juice mixers and unique flavor, we keep going back!

Amazing! The menu changes seasonally so you can go 4 times a year and never have the same drink. It's definitely worth the effort of trying to get a reservation. And you need a reservation since it only seats like 9 ppl, unless you want to go at 11pm and you might be squeezed in. read more

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This tucked away bar offers a full course meal of seasonal cocktails. You'll have to snag a reservation at 12 noon on the first day of the month to get in, but once in, it is simple and easy. Arrive at your well-timed seating and feast your eyes for an experience. The cocktails were all very heavy, so while I'd suggest eating before you come, don't eat too much. Beyond the cocktails, you'll have three small food plates and a fun interaction with the knowledgeable, sarcastic, and chill bartender. read more

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It's sold as a cocktail experience, and man do you get your moneys worth. But experience doesn't even begin to describe the magic that happens here. A bar built for 9. Cocktails made with talent and the best flavor profiles. Snacks to match. (Ask for more chips, always.) Closed with an espresso martini that leaves you wanting more. Can't wait to be back. Don't tell anyone though- will be hard to get a reservation. read more

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Yeah, this place's time has passed. Phillip Rolfe is nowhere to be found, and even his backup bartender has a foot out the door as she's headed full-time for the new place they're opening. The first thing they served was - your choice of beer or cider- poured straight from the can. They weren't even freshly opened cans! That and a syrupy pumpkin liqueur. Whr was the last time you went out for cocktails and STARTED with something syrupy sweet. Talk about setting the wrong tone! As it turned out, all of the cocktails were cloyingly sweet, resulting in a single note start to finish. And, while inventive, most everything was pre-made, so there wasn't any of the artistry I expected for three $33 cocktails on display. The food? A piece of pumpkin bread with some apple slices, a quarter-bowl of soup and a small scoop of gelato - all of which two people were expected to share! I was super excited to check this out. It was a 'nice' experience, but really not close to what I expected. read more

If you're searching for a unique cocktail experience, you've found your destination! And even better, it completely changes every few months, so you can keep coming back for another new journey. Coming up with such a carefully crafted menu of 10+ drinks all aligned to the same theme is impressive enough, but doing it again and again is even more astounding. There are no gimmicks at Farmacia, just delicious drinks thoughtfully curated, expertly crafted, and masterfully served. Phil has concocted the best cocktail bar you can find. If you've enjoyed the Baldwin Bar, Drink, the Aviary, the NoMad, or Milk & Honey; you will love this concept. Prepare yourself to buy some tickets for you and your friends the moment a new batch is released, you won't regret it! read more

Dope spot. Sure, I desperately miss North Square Oyster, but this replacement will certainly do. All of the cocktails are carefully and meticulously curated; these puppies are well thought out and done with extreme care. Having a martini that tasted like a plate of one of my favorite pasta dishes (cacio e Pepe) absolutely blew my mind. Big tip - this is by reservation only; do not try and walk-in, there are no exceptions. read more

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A true hidden gem. We absolutely loved our experience here. While it is almost impossible to get a reservation, it is worth it when you do. The cocktail menu changes seasonally which is cool. Philip, the bar manager, is so knowledgeable about the cocktails he's making and can answer any questions you have. Experience: First you start off with a taster, then move on to two drinks of your choosing from the seasonal menu and then there is a dessert cocktail at the end. Perfect for a date night out in the city. P.S. Look for the snake logo on the door, it was kind of hard to find. read more

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The most unique and interesting cocktail bar I think you'll find in Boston. The menu of drinks rotates about every two months and you'll need to buy tickets online to score a seat at this 9 person bar. Each reservation is 1.5 hours long and will generally come with a selection of 3 boozy cocktails that follow the theme. With Phil driving the menu and the selection of snacks, I know I'll always have a good time here and possibly stumble home. The service is great and would recommend to anybody who comes to visit Boston to try and snag a reservation here and see what the hypes about. read more

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For my pre-birthday celebrations, my sister brought me here, and it was perfect! This bar is incredibly cozy, and intimate - making it the perfect place for a romantic evening or date night. Reservations are encouraged at this establishment, and I concur. The ambiance is impeccable. Low dim lighting added to the really distinctive and unique decor. All the vibes. We only had drinks, although you can order a variety of snacks. The beverages we received were: Martini de Cafe expresso martini 5/5 Jamaican Negroni 4/5 Melon and Basil 2/5 Lemongrass and Tea cocktail 3/5 read more

We had an amazing time. Delicious drinks, great space and Phillip was incredible. Loved drinking and chatting our way through the menu. We'll be back! (If we can get a reservation) read more

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I wanted to buy gift cards for Christmas. No ability to do so any no way to contact them. I emailed them three times with no response. I decided to reserve the time and pay for it. No availability through February? No thanks. read more

Suzae made the BEST dirty martini of my life. I denounce all Dallas bars in the name of this place. 10/10 would recommend all drinks here.

Amazing experience. Such creative cocktails and great service from Phil and Campbell. The snacks were also thoughtfully curated and matched the theme perfectly. Reservations are beyond difficult to get but totally worth it if you can get in. We saw numerous groups try to walk in and there were no open seats for several hours (on a Thursday). read more

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Farmacia delivers a fabulous cocktail experience. Tasted our way through Chapter 6 - An Exploration of the Elements. The bar itself is a bit intimate, even for the 9 guests they seat at a time, but aside from that it was a great experience. Talented team serving complex and balanced cocktails. read more

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The drinks were good. The atmosphere was cozy, but the man that owns/runs it is incredibly vain. For example, when asked what his favorite drink was on the menu, he responded, "all of them are my favorite, I made them." Perhaps he was having an off day, but his attitude/the costumer service ruined the experience for me and those I was with. read more

The drinks were terrific as was the staff! They made it a personable experience and were very knowledgeable about the spirits. I would definitely go back soon! read more

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I have tried most of the cocktail bars in the boston area and I can confidently say that I had a uniquely amazing experience at Farmacia with my girlfriend! I went at 10:30pm and was served by the co-owner who was friendly, knowledgeable, and a great host. The cocktails themselves were incredible and more importantly unique, I had never had anything like them. There were options for the adventurous cocktail drinker and the not-so-adventurous drinker like my girlfriend who also had a great time. I would highly recommend for a date night or a unique cocktail experience in Boston. read more

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Stellar service, our bartender was thoroughly entertaining. All food complimented the drinks, amazing butternut squash soup & apple sorbet. From the Chapter 3, Flavors of the Fall Harvest series - What I ordered: Warm Welcome (Cider cask whiskey base) Granny Smith & Bartlett Pear Spice Roasted Carrots PSL Martini What I'd order again: Warm Welcome (Cider cask whiskey base) Granny Smith Apple & Bartlett Pear Spice Roasted Carrots PSL Martini read more

Four of us visit Farmacia recently. One word: "'Magical". Such a great experience from the fantastic cocktails to the delicious snacks and non alcoholic pallet cleansers. Theme was Mexico. Great explanations of the origins of the tequila and mezcal. So interesting. Truly a great start to a North End evening. read more

Try it. You'll like it. I promise. They do drinks. They have some snacks. They are phenomenal.

I don't normally write reviews, but had to for this place. Not only was Phil and the service absolutely incredible, but these are some of the best drinks I've had anywhere, not just Boston. Highly highly recommend having a date night here, you won't be disappointed. I shouldn't even write this review so less people know about it, but it's that good. read more