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4.0 (111 reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
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Liz J.

No hard feelings but I just wasn't impressed with this place. We got stuck sitting right by the door which meant we were freezing especially every time someone came in. The drinks are very overpriced ($18) and I would be fine paying that if the drinks were amazing but it seems like they spend more time on the presentation than the taste. And finally the menu was completely different than what's posted online. For someone who has food restrictions, that's a little annoying. Overall, it's a nice place, great little speakeasy in an easy to get to location and even has parking. Service was great too. I just don't think it's worth the price and the drinks won't make me come back.

Queen of Hearts & Walter White cocktails
Emerson Claire Dlugosinski

The best, most creative, delicious, and beautifully/originally presented cocktails I've EVER had. Gorgeous interior with the perfect vibes for a speakeasy. A must visit bar for anyone in Boston! Service is always great and while the drinks can be pricey, they are seriously worth every penny. A great spot for a romantic date night or fun night of cocktails with the girls. Can't say enough good things about this place.

Kristie L.

Such a fun time! I feel like this place was actually a speakeasy, hidden and with a password. I made a reservation for a large party and we were promptly seated. Inside is big enough to fit a couple tables and bar seating. Kitchen closes at 11pm and last call was around 10:45pm. We got there for our 10:30pm seating and ordered almost the entire menu! Everything tasted sooo delicious! I was surprised at the quality of food given it was a speakeasy bar. The drinks were also very special and we even shared the fishbowl at the end! Some of the drinks came with a show, some came with a nice presentation. Their music selection was also on point! Overall, we had a great time and I would definitely come back with friends!

Walter white (left) , queen of hearts (right)
Kylie B.

Next Door is the perfect spot for your next date night or girls night out! Nextdoor has a classy, intimate , and sexy ambiance that makes it a fun late night spot. I love the elevated decor and that you feel like you're in a hidden cellar. The cocktail menu is very unique and playful - you can tell a lot of thought went into the drinks. My first round was the starboy which was fruity and a bit sour - the dry ice presentation was fun as well. My second was the Walter white which tasted like a fruity soda and was even served with a little blue bag of rock candy to resemble breaking bad. Very fun experience and both drinks were not strong but had a kick. Service is very attentive!

Serenade, Starboy, Walter White
Ashley C.

A bit out of the way from the regular Boston area, but well worth it for a fun experience! The vibes were really fun! Make a res, check the res for info beforehand, and have a fun time!! Really chill yet lowkey fancy vibes inside. The drinks are really really fun! With a fancy presentation. Good ol speakeasy vibes Got the - Catch Me If You Can (fun presentation) - Serenade (seasonal but not super special imo) - Walter White (would get again) - Starboy (really yummy)

Kirtana S.

Wow! Loved this speakeasy. Drinks and ambiance were so pretty. Service was awesome and we sat next to the bar. The bartender was so open to help guide us through the menu and made me my own drink based on what i liked! Loved coming here and will be back.

Neley M.

The drinks here are out of this world. The flavor combination and balance is mind blowing. Super cute vibes and very good, friendly service. I was so lucky to find it when I went to visit Boston. Can't wait to come back again

Bread and butter
Megha U.

If I could recommend only one bar in Boston, it would be this! Refer to my earlier review! Been here SO MANY TIMES! Best speakeasy, great drinks and wonderful time! Good vibes!

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Katie H.

This was so much fun, and definitely worth the visit. The atmosphere is swanky yet cozy, without being pretentious. This was an impromptu trip, and neither of us had fancy outfits which made me a little nervous, but our "business casual" attire didn't leave us sticking out too badly. I felt like the Tier 2 shellfish tower was a worthy splurge, and I love places that essentially serve snacks to share, so this was right up my alley. That being said, the cocktails were the star here, so even if you just go for a drink, it's a lovely experience.

Lia M.

I really enjoyed Next Door. I thought the food and drink were great, even if service was a bit off. You enter through Pazza on Porter and advise the staff you are there for Next Door. We were a bit early and they wouldn't take us until our reservation time, which is fine. But since they wouldn't seat us early, they then didn't take us to Next Door until after our reservation. Instead, they took those who arrived later than us and with later reservations. And then we get in there and the place was not at all full. Make it make sense. Anyway, once we get to Next Door, the staff is really friendly. It's so pretty inside. Their cocktail selection is really awesome. Food selection is super curated and there were definitely a few dishes I liked. I loved my cocktails, especially La Ultimate Vez. In another make it make sense moment, I asked for no aioli on my tuna tacos, so they added roe, which doesn't come on the tacos? I had to send it back. My friend and I were so confused. Clearly, not the brightest here, hence the three stars. Though it wasn't our server's fault--she was amazing. But once they got it right, it was delicious. And so was the ceviche. The fish was fresh and tasty. I'd return but pray for better service.

Amber J.

It's definitely an experience. Don't go without a reservation. If you can find it (good luck *giggle*) you'll have to wait to be taken back. Once you're being escorted, prepare for the experience. It's actually really cute if you like that kind of thing. The cocktails were lovely, but I didn't care for the wines. The food was nice, but missed a little on flavor. The presentation, however, was top notch. Overall a good experience.

Tuna Tartare
Lauren J.

I had the pleasure of visiting Next Door on opening night. I had to check into the restaurant because they didn't even have a Yelp account yet! Anyway - I was fortunate to reserve a seat at the bar day-of. They wouldn't let me get bar seats or a table for 2, but I could have reserved 2 individual bar seats at the same time... The bar seat to my right was unoccupied the whole time I was there, so it was disappointing that I couldn't bring someone to enjoy the night with me. BUT - now, I feel like I can game the system with two separate bar reservations?? Anywho - I'm only disappointed because this place was BOMB and I had to do it alone. Ha I walked into the restaurant on a rainy Thursday night. I told them I had a bar reservation and the host called to someone at the bar over a tablet/earpiece to let them know he was bringing me in. We went outside through the covered patio section and to a door hidden in the wall. Oooo! The host told me to knock on the inner door once the outer door was closed. I did so, and the window slot immediately opened. I was asked for the password of the day (which I happened to look up in advance on their website) and was let in. I'm sure they would have let me in without it, but it's part of the fun. BTW: the question on the website was "Which group was Beyonce in?', so when I was asked for the password, I promptly replied "Destiny's Child". Love it! The hostess in the bar was dressed beautifully and she was really friendly as she led me to a bar seat. There were menus at the seat and I was greeted by the bartenders. Having read about Next Door for the last few months, I had an idea of what I wanted to try. This is what I ended up getting: Drinks: Citrus & Smoke: Four Roses Bourbon, Yellow Chartreuse, Combier Liqueur D'Orange, Lemon Juice, Citrus Smoke Bubble (so fun) ($16) Take Your Time: Michter's Rye Whiskey, Toasted Sesame Maple Syrup, Black Walnut Bitters, Applewood Smoke ($17) After Hours Espresso Martini: Tito's, St. George Coffee Liqueur, Borghetti Espresso Liqueur, Espresso, Vanilla Cinnamon Espresso Whipped Cream ($16) The 3 drinks I went with were all amazing. Citrus & Smoke was fun with the smoke bubble, but also citrusy and light. The Take Your Time was more spirit forward and a nice take on an old fashioned - it also had an entertainment element with the smoked wood. The After Hours Espresso Martini was a great end to the night as it was desserty, but still strong enough to make me feel like I got my $$ worth. Food: Tuna Tartare (Yellowfin tuna, mango, avocado; $24) 24 month Parmesan ($4 single plate from Charcuterie menu) Prosciutto Di Parma ($4 single plate from Charcuterie menu) The tuna tartare was very fresh. The sauce on the plate was a nice complement with a bit of spice. It was a good portion and I would order it again. While they do a charcuterie board with 3 meats and 3 cheeses, I knew I couldn't eat all of that alone. I was very pleased when they let me order the individual side plates of parmesan and prosciutto. The bartended recommended that I go with the Smoked Prosciutto over the regular since I was drinking the smoky Take Your Time cocktail, but I didn't listen. I should have. Next time, friend! I will say that I also ordered the Blossom & Bubbles cocktail ($16) and didn't like it. It seemed too thick for a French 75 riff and that turned me off (even though the blue color was amazing). The bartender was totally cool and took it back, which is when I got the After Hours Espresso Martini. No regrets! I was there for about 2 hours and the place filled up during that time - especially the tables. It's a smaller speakeasy, so it makes sense that they try to stick to table limits. I was lucky that the bar wasn't super crowded, so no one rushed me out. They do have a dress code, so take the chance to get a little fancy. It was nice seeing guys come in with nice jackets and ladies with pretty tops, dresses and nice jewelry. I was only "business-style" dressed up because of the rain and I was by myself. Ha. Next time, I'll be a bit more stylish. I love speakeasies and cocktails and nice bars. This had all of the above, plus friendly service, a cool entrance, etc. The hostess walked me out of the exit which she mentioned was "part of the experience". It really was - it brought me out to the street to a faux entrance I didn't even realize was there! I already know I'm going back next week when one of my fellow cocktail-loving friends visits Boston. As long as Next Door continues to deliver the type of experience I had on opening night, I will continue to come back and bring allll my peeps! Great job, y'all!

Purple rain
Priya B.

Next Door is a welcome & fun addition to the fancy cocktail scene in Boston. Make no mistake - this place is a bit pricey, is the kind of place you need a reservation to go to, and involves the rigmarole of using a password / accessing a secret door / knocking a certain number of times to get in that can turn some people off the swanky cocktail scene, BUT... They pair that with just an incredibly fun atmosphere, amazing and above and beyond service, and drinks that are TRULY some of the best I've ever had, and the whole experience is just really special. A heads up: the reservation system still needs some work, and plan to call them if you want more than 1 person in your party. The system only allows you to book a table for 1 person, so my friend and I made individual reservations at the same time and then she called during business hours to make sure they combined our reservation and we could sit at the same table. That said, keep in mind this space is small and it really is ideal for parties of 1-2, maybe 3 max if you sat at the bar. To get in, arrive at Pazza on Porter and check in with the host. Ours immediately guided us through their back entrance, where there is a hidden door that will take you to the speakeasy. After the hidden door, there's a little waiting room where you give the password for the evening (which is a riddle given in the online reservation) and you wait to be let in. I've been to so many speakeasy-style bars across the country with a password/hidden door situation and the one at Next Door is just so fun. They fully lean into a bit of the silliness and it helps set the tone. The hostess inside immediately let us in and seated us, with a waitress informing us patrons have a 90 minute limit because they want to be able to accommodate people cycling in and out throughout the night. I love that they are up front about this and love that they do this, rather than stuffing the small space with people (given these pandemic times). My friend and I tried A LOT of cocktails on the menu. From the presentation standpoint, they just get an A+ for fun. The Lock & Key comes out from a smoky locked box, the Citrus & Smoke has a bubble-like appearance that pops when it gets to your table, the Take Your Time comes with a fire-torch situation, and the Good Idea comes in a glass shaped like a light bulb that flashes different colors. Taste-wise, the Citrus and Smoke and the Take Your Time (smoky old fashioned) were two of the best drinks I've ever had -- perfectly balanced, smooth, unique, and drinks I'll be thinking about for a long time after this visit. Drinks are pricer here ($14-17 range), but I was impressed with their spirit use. You are definitely getting your money's worth in their use of quality spirits, and I loved the Bozal mezcal tiki drink I ended my night on. For food: this place advertises itself as a raw bar, but the standout here was the charcuterie plate with some cheese favorites (midnight moon, aged parm, and the absolute LICK-THE-PLATE delectable truffle burrata), a selection of prosciuttos, & apricot jam. We also enjoyed the tuna poke (poke to wonton ratio was a bit off, though, prepare to order more wonton) and an EXCELLENT selection of oysters (the PEI were perfection.) All that said, our server, Bridget, was the absolute highlight of our experience and helped make it a fun & low key evening exploring their menu. She let us know when we were winding down our 90 minute time period, but connected us to free tasty shots from the bar at Pazza on Porter before we left. Come for a fun, relaxed time with people who really understand the art of a cocktail, don't take yourself too seriously, and you'll really, really enjoy this gem of an addition to East Boston!

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Such a fun restaurant! The theming and decorations are like gothic Mexico. Dark and colorful. Since…read moreI was alone, I sat at the bar. There was a wait for tables even on a weekday evening. I ordered calamari and griddled cornbread (based on reading reviews) yeah I know too many carbs. And because I heard that the drinks are so good here, I wanted to try something, but I don't drink tequila. The bartender asked me if I liked coconut and made me what I think was a coconut lemonade drink which was delicious! And both dishes were really good too. Would be a great place to go with a group of friends for a nice evening out. And yes, I'd go there again when I'm in town.

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