One of my favorite bars in Boston. Visited for the first time with my husband and we made…read morereservations in advance. There is no bar seating only couches and bathroom is downstairs. Ambiance is very chill and great music. Our server was Lou and she was great. Idk what people are talking about in other reviews but she was great. She gave us recommendations on drinks and food and our service was on point. We tried 4 drinks and for the hummus ans everything was delicious. We will be back!

Interesting ambiance, though it's really hard to visit as a single person, since everything is set…read moreup in little clusters of couches, and there's no bar seating. Cocktail menu is ambitious but doesn't deliver on the ingredients and vision promised in the description, and certainly not for the price.

The entire experience at Offsuit is effortlessly cool from the moment you arrive. There's a…read morespecific way to get in (IYKYK) that isn't a hassle at all -- it just perfectly sets the tone and leans into the speakeasy vibe. Once inside, the space is cozy and dimly lit, with bartenders spinning vinyl and the current record displayed above the bar. The seating is close enough to feel intimate whether you're on a date or with a small group, but the music is dialed in just right -- loud enough for atmosphere, quiet enough to still have a conversation without overhearing the tables next to you. The cocktails are outstanding. What really stands out is how creative they are -- unique flavor combinations that feel thoughtful and well-balanced. If you're someone who actually appreciates craft cocktails (and not just ordering a Jack and Coke), this place will absolutely hit. Perfect for a date when you want to look cool, or a small group of four you want to impress. I'd come back in a heartbeat.

Go find the alley where this place is located. It will be worth your time! Great service and…read morebeautiful and delicious cocktails. The vibe is also perfect for close friends and special nights.

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 absolutely love backbar for their creativity and excellence in execution with all their drinks!…read moreEspecially with the recent Studio Ghibli themed menu. Had the Howl's moving castle and Kiki's themed drinks which were both perfection. I like coming here near opening time 5-6pm to beat the line (walk in only). Service and vibes are A+ as well

Been here for drinks quite a bit and always enjoyed it but!! Yall!! I got the sliders this last…read moretime. Let me tell you they've ruined sliders and maybe burgers in general for me forever. Tho I've never really liked full size burgers so always been a slider fan. Damn. Let me repeat, damn. Again, damn. Super simple but so so juicy and whatever sauce they are saucing on it? My mouth waters at the memory. They are decent sized and you get 4, plus a massive tower of also very good onion rings. The onion rings were good no complaints but after the sliders nothing was going to compare so I kind of forgot any opinions I had on them. Inside is cozy, staff are fun and great, reasonable prices and good vibes anytime I've gone in. And I'll be going in again soon bc damn. A few days later I was out with friends somewhere else and we got sliders and I was so disappointed now that I've known 21st's.

Stumbled on this little place for lunch after visiting the State House and Athenaeum past lunch…read moretime the wife and I were hungry and thirsty! Place was not super busy and our server Izzy was on it...she seated us immediately and took our drink and food orders. We snacked on spinach dip which was pretty filling and ordered some cups of clam chowda! The chef put some southwestern flavor which I thought was fabulous, since we are from TX! We finished by ordering the plate of sliders and by far, the best pub sliders I have ever had! Everything we ate was amazing. Izzy was energetic and never let our glasses go empty! The building was historic and it felt like you walked back in time! We would go back in heart beat for sure!

The good news first: had a great time overall. Waited outside in the cold for only about 15 min…read morebefore the hostess took our number and said she'd text us. That freed us up to go get some dinner nearby. Once we got in, we were ushered to a cozy table. decor and vibe were fun, service was attentive and polite. Drinks were very enjoyable and rather pricy, but I get that we were paying for the experience as well. The experience was fun -- no spoilers here, but there were some nice little surprises. Only bad news: your experience to some extent depends on your neighbors, and boy howdy the table next to us got filled with the loudest college students in Boston. Otherwise, had a blast. Would return.

While the ambiance felt inviting and exclusive, the waitlist was excessive and ultimately not worth…read moreit. After nearly an hour, we were offered a spot that didn't even accommodate our party of four, leaving one person to stand the entire time with a "seat" on what appeared to be a bookshelf. It felt disorganized and awkward. We would have preferred not to be seated at all, especially since we left another spot (that sat all 4 of us) around the corner once we got off the waitlist. The $22+ cocktails were "pre-batched" (aka, pre-made), which further diminished the experience. While the atmosphere is stylish and fitting for a night out, the overall experience didn't justify the wait or price. I also genuinely didn't enjoy a single drink. I wouldn't return, and I wouldn't recommend it for groups larger than two.

Chef Valentine Howell's current residency at Wink & Nod is outstanding and worth the visit. All of…read morethe food we had was delicious and bursting with flavor. The griyot was nice and crispy, and the pikliz added just the right amount of spice and brightness. The djon djon fried rice had a lot of textural components to it that made it interesting. The fish was my favorite of the night, perfectly cooked and the broth it was sitting it was very flavorful. The dark, swanky vibes were spot-on - the chairs were super cushioned, the service was fast and attentive, and the drinks! What a great cocktail program, the base of Wink & Nod's excellence. Will definitely be back again for another date night!

There is an Afro Caribbean pop Up shop at Wink & Nod by…read moreblack cat eatery, Chef Valentine. The food was so good. We really enjoyed the oxtail ragu, cabbage and diri djon djon (black Haitian rice. Jesse was our waiter and he mixed great cocktails for us. This speakeasy is beautiful inside. I will be back!

Yvonne's feels less like a restaurant and more like stepping into a production. On a Friday night…read moredate night, the place was absolutely buzzing, but somehow built to handle it. The scale of the room is genuinely impressive, leaning heavily into old-world glamour with dark velvet, chandeliers, gold accents, hidden rooms, and cocktails that feel theatrical. It's loud, energetic, and unapologetically designed for celebration nights. That said, the experience was not quite as intimate as I had hoped for. We were seated in the corner of the two-person table section, and I ended up sitting almost at the "head" of the area looking down the row of tables. It felt oddly exposed and very close to everyone around us. Instead of feeling tucked away on date night, it felt more like being inserted into the movement of the restaurant itself. The service reflected some of that energy too. The staff was clearly trying their best in a packed room, but the pace felt a little slow and chaotic at times. The food, however, was consistently excellent. The Duck Prosciutto was one of the most balanced dishes of the night. Every component stood out individually, from the manchego pimento cheese to the quince syrup and smoked almonds, yet somehow everything came together in what felt like a perfect symphony. The Seared King Trumpet Mushrooms were lighter and more restrained, but still hearty and satisfying. The Mediterranean Octopus was outstanding, easily up there with some of the best octopus dishes I've had around Boston. The Borek Spring Rolls were playful and delightful, with a shell so light and crisp that the dish never felt heavy. The Lazy Lobster Dumplings were dangerously good, rich with black truffle butter but balanced enough that I could have eaten endless plates of them. Even the Bavette Steak delivered exactly what it needed to, especially with the anchovy butter adding that deep savory punch I love. Yvonne's absolutely earns its reputation as one of Boston's premier dining scenes. It is expensive, but the atmosphere, execution, and location all make it feel intentional rather than inflated. Still, I left feeling like it shines brightest as a group-night or celebration restaurant rather than a truly intimate date spot. I would absolutely go back, but next time I'd want a table of four instead of two.

Beautiful ambience, wonderful service and delicious food…read more The moment you walk into this space, you know it's going to be nothing short of mesmerizing. The service was super attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. And then there's the food. The deliciously fresh, perfect presented food that just melts in your mouth. Yvonne's is an absolute must if you're in Boston.

Colette had pretty good drinks! I had the passionista and someone else had the berry basil smash…read more(which was mint instead of basil since they had run out). Both drinks were strong, but still had great flavor! Just taking one star off since the lighting was quite bright when we were there, even though it was a Friday night. The servers seemed very friendly though!

Extraordinary addition to the theater district/midtown Boston…read more Friendly staff, everyone with energy to spare. Great music. I sampled the following drinks: Pimms Cup Fruity liqueur cut with ginger beer and lemon juice, so doesn't taste too sweet, begs for seconds. Louisiana Express Sweet punch, perhaps too sweet, but the guava plays happily with vodka. Whattamelon Bae Perhaps not always on the menu, but if you're in the mood for an ice cold slurry of watermelon and vodka, lemon and rosemary, you're in luck. Finally, and of course, the vaunted mac and cheese should be on every human's bucket list. Gooey and garlic infused. Cozy, great drinks, great music, there's nothing not to like here.

As we never actually got a chance to try any of the food or drinks at this establishment, this…read morereview is strictly based on service and the procedures this place takes to actually get patrons a space inside to be served. I debated describing our interaction in full detail, but really, who wants to read all of that. So here's the nitty gritty: get there early to get in line. When you reach the door do not wait for someone to come out. Walk through and ask for a table. They do not take reservations at this place so if there's entitled people complaining in the line behind you that someone in their party "made a reservation", they don't know what they're talking about. There really doesn't seem to be a very organized process of getting people sat efficiently at this place at all. And if they tell you there's "standing room only", good luck. There really isn't anywhere comfortably to stand without feeling like you're crowding in on another diners space. And furthermore, if you're utilizing "standing room only" to wait for a table there's no one to effectively determine who's next to be sat, where to sit them, etc. Honestly, it's like the Hunger Games of fancy, overpriced cocktail bars. Wild. I gave it two stars for the view and ambiance because who doesn't love a moody vibe with a cool city view. If they got their process and procedures polished up this place would be worth it for the experience. Otherwise, there's plenty of other awesome places in Boston.

Cool speakeasy but it's miserable if you don't have a reservation or bar seat. We went on a…read moreSaturday in December at 530pm without a reservation, but we were hotel guests so supposedly you get priority seating. They were not using the upstairs space which was annoying. There's no good place to stand and hang while you wait for a table. Luckily, it seems to turn over and we did get a table for an hour. We enjoyed the cheese and charcuterie board, it was yummy but of course, pricy.

Great service, drinks and dinner. Our server was amazing…read more The margaritas were delicious. Would definitely head back. A great post marathon dinner

This restaurant is a 10/10. I genuinely hope to visit Boston again one day just to try more items…read morefrom their menu. We walked in without reservations and they were fully booked for the night, but they do have bar seating and a couple of side tables where you can grab a quick bite from the full menu. The ambiance is a 10/10. The decor is insane in the best way. The red chandeliers are stunning, the bar setup is perfection, and the low lighting with the table centerpieces really ties everything together. Even the bathrooms were insanely beautiful which is crazy to say but it stood out. It's rare to find restrooms that are that clean and well-designed. The drinks were great. I can't remember the name of the cocktail I got, but it had red sugar on the rim and it perfectly matched the whole aesthetic of the restaurant. For food, I got the steak taco and the fish taco and both were delicious. We were just stopping by for a quick bite before heading to the movies , but I really wish we could have stayed for a full meal because everything was amazing. Hopefully we'll get the chance to come back again one day.