We had dinner here before a Bruins game. No wait and the service exceeded expectations! If you are gluten-free this place is a must! Separate fryer so you can enjoy fries and tater tots! Top notch, highly recommend!! read more

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Perfect and better than touted!! I'll start with the food. The lamb gyro was made with real lamb and perfectly balanced. The pita bread was very fresh and perhaps toasted slightly. The lamb sliced thin and just flavorful enough. The tzatziki sauce perfect, not over powering. The veggies balanced. Perfect. The service was friendly and prompt. Perfect. The atmosphere was a very small comfortable pub. We sat next to the roaring fireplace. The music selection was excellent mix of old and new Irish PERFECT!! I'll be back. read more

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Burgers were okay but had gristle throughout. Reuben was a bit tough as well. Massive number of draft taps. Parmesan fries had little cheese. Specialty cocktails were$14 as expected. Wait staff were quite pleasant given how busy they were. May choose a different restaurant in the Boston area. read more

I'd walk, I wouldn't run to eat here. Parking is terrible, I had to make loops to find street parking. If you want to avoid headaches and park somewhere there are lots that very from $30-$75 depending where you go it is not cheap and I almost did not eat here because of that; if you're commuting by train/bus that is best case scenario. The service was amazing! Our waitress was attentive, and friendly. It did take time for our food to get to us on what appeared to be a slow night but we got our entrees not too long after our appetizers (starters). The food was bland, we ordered the Burrata, General Tso chicken, and the bayou Pasta. The menu has a bunch of selections available. I will return to try more from the menu but this time around was not good, temp was good, presentation was awesome, taste was bland and a let down. The restaurant is beautiful, they have a bar, booths and high-tops. Taverns don't usually look this great, but this one inviting, cleanly, and pleasant to be in. Despite the terrible parking situation, and blandness of food I would definitely try this spot again, but I'm in no rush to do so. read more

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Loved it after the game serving so many vibes! Great service wait was minimal. Only grabbed apps but was awesome read more

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Very pleasant experience!!!! Waitress was amazing!!!! Drinks are strong. Pretzels were good. Definitely would go again!! read more

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We went to Tavern in the Square without a reservation and we were given a table. (Very unusual for this area!) since it's across the street from TD Garden there is heavy foot traffic around and reservations are highly recommended. This particular time we weren't looking for a big meal just a little something so we wouldn't be hungry later on. We ordered a pizza. We were pleasantly surprised by the taste and happy that it was just the right amount for two of us. Then we also had room for dessert so I had the chocolate chip cookie with ice cream and caramel sauce and my husband had the seven layer chocolate cake. (He couldn't finish it) it's definitely big enough for two or three people to share. I wasn't leaving any of my cookie and ice cream behind. read more

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Great place to stop by for dinner or a drink prior to going to an event at the Garden. Great craft beer selection. read more

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Service was awesome here! We were sat quickly and our server got our drinks fast! We ordered the whipped feta and our server but in extra flatbread without us asking which was great and the perfect amount! We watched both the bruins and Red Sox games here without any issues! Loved the vibes and the staff definitely recommend to sit and watch a game. read more

I was staying nearby and looking for a casual place for a quick dinner. I ordered the fish and chips which was pretty good. FYI, it's a big fish of fish rather than several smaller pieces if you are looking to share. The service was super quick, and this looks like a good place to chill and watch a game. read more

Tavern in the Square - Fish and Chips - Sports Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Tavern in the Square was on my must-visit list while in Boston, and I couldn't recommend it more. My group and I were unable to make reservations but only waited for a bit to be seated. The place was packed even on a weeknight, and I can see why, the food and drinks were fantastic. They have a super impressive gluten-free selection including elusive gf fried foods you normally can't find in restaurants. I loved how many gf and vegetarian options I had to choose from and share with the table. The service was great, and we received everything within a reasonable amount of time. My only regret is that I didn't return prior to driving back to Jersey. read more

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I have to say Boston is a very unnerving kind of place but this place offered me great food drinks and service. Steak tips w broccoli and fresh mash while watching 3 basketball games a football game and the weather updates...yeah nice place to revisit... read more

Tavern in the Square - Steak tips with broccoli and fresh mash - Sports Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Was visiting Boston and needed a quick bite and walked in for dinner. It was a weekday evening and there were some folks but also enough space at the bar so was able to get a seat right away. Service was friendly and in line with other similar spots. Food was pretty good. Across a few days I tried both the chicken and bolognese and found that both were enjoyable. Good flavors overall. All in all, good spot to visit if you're staying by the area. read more

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I like this restaurant it's really good. It has reasonable prices good food great servers.

We stopped in to grab a quick bite to eat before grabbing a show and really enjoyed a great burger. The Tavern burger was a rather large burger ( not complaining), served with sweet potato fries. My girlfriend had the black and bleu burger. They were cooked perfectly and were very good. We were anxious to get in and out in I order to get to our show and they were able to take care of us. We stopped in to grab a quick bite to eat before grabbing a show and really enjoyed a great burger. The Tavern burger was a rather large burger ( not complaining), served with sweet potato fries. My girlfriend had the black and bleu burger. They were cooked perfectly and were very good. We were anxious to get in and out in I order to get to our show and they were able to take care of us. read more

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Just across the street from TD Garden - prepare for a lively atmosphere and wait on game nights. Bar seating is first come, first served. We stopped in around 4pm ahead of a 7pm game and were able to grab a bar spot while we waiting. For tables, they'll take your cell number and text when the table is ready. The bar staff was helpful and attentive. Lots of taps and they have plenty of varieties available for all beer tastes. The cocktail menu is also extensive. We got a table pretty soon after ordering drinks and service was great here as well. Our server had some great recommendations for this pescatarian. The quinoa bowl was a good portion and great flavor combinations. I absolutely love roasted beets so this was a favorite meal on our trip. Hubby had the Goddess Garden Burger - primarily sweet potato. He also liked the flavor, but it was lacking some texture and the burger fell apart easily - it would benefit from quinoa in the patty or some extra crunchy toppings. Overall, the food and service made this a good experience. I would certainly return to try out other menu options! read more

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My wife and I have been here a handful of times back in 2021 when staying close by, but finally revisited it. We were staying in a nearby hotel and visited after the concert at the Garden finished. Which I assume they get a large crowd after show/game just due to being open late and location wise. We anticipated many having the idea we did so tried getting there quickly. Unfortunately, when we got there some medical emergency was occurring with a patron so we formed a line until that was dealt with. Staff were friendly about this reassuring it would be solved quickly so kudos to them for handling this with a large volume of people showing up. Once inside the bar was first come first served so we snagged two seats at the bar. Handed drink menus and their late night food menu which did have a good variety despite its small size. They had a lot of bartenders to deal with the late night crowd and they seemed friendly but I sensed a little annoyance likely dealing with many already intoxicated people. Drink wise with fall around the corner I grabbed the pumpkin espresso martini and my wife grabbed their non-alcoholic watermelon margarita. The pumpkin espresso martini was good with just enough flavor to make it feel different than a typical one but enough of a classic espresso martini that makes it a crowd favorite. My wife's drink was decent but she would pick something else next time. We have certainly had much better mocktails before, but appreciate that they some NA options. Even as people who drink we like to have mocktails just as much. Food wise we settled on their nachos and added chicken for an extra $4. Size wise it was a good portion for splitting and was a good late night meal for us. I do wish they layered the toppings a little bit more as quite a few chips had nothing. The chips were salted just right though and overall taste was pretty good especially as a late night option. Overall a good after concert meal with decent drinks. It has sports bar vibes and I can only speak for late night for this review but worth stopping in for drinks and food after a game or show at TD Garden. Just don't expect to be the only one with this plan due to location. read more

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Tavern In The Square is centrally located in downtown Boston. The Boston Celtics Stadium is across the street. Let's just say it's in the right spot. Let's jump right into this review. What did I have? 1. Pineapple Crush - $6.00 - pineapple puree, lime, soda - Quite delicious! It wasn't what I expected but it was refreshing. Refills are not free. 2. BBQ Chicken Pizza -$16 - [gf] bbq sauce, sharp provolone, fire roasted corn, bacon, caramelized onions [gluten free cauliflower crust available +$2] (sub plant-based cheese +$1) - Taste was ok. Not bad. Not great. Just ok. Something was missing. What that something is/was - I dunno. Pros 1. Great location. I stayed at the Marriott across the street. Tavern was a 2 minute walk from door step to door step. 2. Service was good - no complaints. 3. Clean environment. 4. Indoor and outdoor seating. Cons 1. Given prices I expected my food to taste better. 2. Menu is limited. Suggestions 1. Consider a reservation. 2. Keep parking in mind. First time in Boston and the first restaurant I tried. Wasn't a bad experience but I'm giving three stars due to overall taste of the food. I was able to try many restaurants while in Boston and there are spots serving up delicious bites. For convenience in the area, Tavern In The Square isn't a bad option. Maybe I just stopped in on an off day. If I'm back in Boston, I would give this place a second try. read more

Tavern in the Square - Pineapple Crush - Sports Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Cudo's to the staff! Hockey night and crazy but they were awesome! I'm a big Nashville hot chicken fan but I didn't have big expectations! Man was I wrong! Great sandwich ! read more

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Bartender with the long black hair was an absolute star and so sweet!! I've been going to TITS around Boston since I was a teen and it has barely changed here. The baked tortellini was TO DIE FOR. Just...just goddamn perfect. Baked so some had some crispy to them but perfectly cooked pasta and it was creamy and fab. Give me 10 right now. I didn't finish and took it to go and in my rush left it at the bar which I didn't realize until I was on the T so that's sadly on me but I can't say enough! Good vibes, good food! read more

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Beer list was excellent, service was on point, and the fries were exactly what you hope for. Easily on track for 4, maybe even 5 stars for the kind of casual dining you pay for. Then the burger arrived... ordered medium, but what I got looked like it had entered witness protection. Not a hint of pink, just a dry slab cooked so far past done it had forgotten its identity. The seasoning and toppings actually showed up for work, but there's only so much they can do when the main act has tapped out. Every bite felt like an endurance test powered by pints. The vibe works, kind of a Yard House that finally edited its phonebook of a menu. That said, if the kitchen asks how I want it cooked, the least they can do is be within shouting distance of the answer. 3/5 is generous if I could do 2.5/5 that's closer to the truth. read more

Tavern in the Square - "Medium" Tavern Burger* ** - Sports Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Ordered the dumplings, one espresso martini and their chicken sandwich and gotten food poisoning. Had to leave a concert I was at early do to being on the verge of puking. read more

Great place to grab lunch. Plenty of places to sit so we didn't have to wait. Server was nice, prompt. Food was hot and good. The Mac n cheese was the Star, so good! The restaurant was clean, no issues just not out of this world. read more

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Mediocre food. Service was pretty good. It was a gameday so it was loud which is expected. I ordered a chicken sandwich, chicken was dry, but the flavor was good. Its hard to judge when its a complete show for a game. read more

Closed Early! So frustrating! Arrived at 12:18 AM, well before the stated 1 AM closing time (both on the door and online), only to find you locked up. People were still inside! Update your hours or stay open as advertised. Unacceptable. read more

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The food was AMAZING!!! Alright so we were put on the waitlist for two. Within moments of waiting a gentleman came up and asked if we wanted to sit at the bar. We sat at the bar and it was nice. The tv's are in the perfect position. We went there for All Star Saturday night. Perfect! Okay, now for the drinks and food. The Long Island iced tea was PERFECT!! The buffalo wings....omg!!!! Absolute BEST!!! We got the steak, which was tender. The green beans were cooking to perfection! The herb parmesan french fries were good. I will be going there again tomorrow! It's a must if you are in Boston. I'm totally sold. read more

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My favorite neighborhood spot! I live in the West End, so this is my go-to for takeout or meeting up with friends before a game or concert at TD Garden. I've worked my way through pretty much the entire menu, but my absolute favorites--and constant go-tos--are the Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Chicken Quesadilla, Cornflake Fried Chicken Tenders, Tavern Burger (when they have an Impossible patty), Chicken Avocado Club, and the Quinoa Bowl. If you're debating sides, do yourself a favor and get the Garlic Mashed Potatoes--hands down the best I've had anywhere. Honorable mention to the Steak + Avocado Salad, which is my twin sister's favorite! The vibes here are always great, especially on game nights, and the staff is super friendly with quick service. I've also been for brunch a couple of times and really enjoyed it! Highly recommend this spot. read more

Enjoy it here very much. Food is yummy and reasonably priced. Service is great and very friendly. Very nice large bar. Big beer selection, good drinks. Restaurant area is clean, pretty, and cozy. Working force, families, couples, singles are all found here. I have never been disappointed here. read more

Stopped for a no fuss brunch on Sunday. The restaurant was pretty empty and we were sat immediately. I had the eggs Benedict and really enjoyed the potato's and the Benedict but I wish there was more Hollandaise sauce on it. The eggs were cooked well and the English muffin was crunchy. Our server was good and was quick with the coffee refills. read more

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I dont usually write the reviews while O am on a date but THIS RESTAURANT DESERVES IT!!! The food was on another level! We started with the Bang Bang Broccoli which was recommended to us by the hotel front desk. It is difficult to describe just how incredibly delicious this dish was! Tempura friend broccoli in a sweet and spicy chili sauce they make here. The first bite had both me and my husband say WOW! It is an explosion of flavor!!!! We also got fried pickles as an appetizer and they were exactly what you would want from a fried pickle with the perfect amount of breading. It was also served with secret sauce which was yummy and not spicy at all. For dinner my husband got a burger which he said was cooked just to his liking and delicious. He also loved the tots he got as his side. I got the chicken barra sandwich which was phenomenal! The fig jam added just the tight amount of sweet. I also upgraded my fries to the garlic herb parm fries. They are the best ones i have ever had!!! Not greasy yet had the flavors you would hope for. Also came with a white colored dipping sauce that was garlic parm too!! Now that we have covered our food lets talk about the service. KEVIN OS AMAZING!!! He was so attentive and offered recommendations. He is friendly and kind and what you would want in a perfect server! The restaurant itself is super comfortable. Being a heavier woman i am sometimes squished in yhe booths. Tonights has plenty of room and lots of cushioning. As for ambiance it has a tavern feel which is a great thing since its a tavern. IF I COULD GIVE MORE THAN 5 STARS I WOULD!!! Highly highly HIGHLY RECOMMEND TAVERN ON YHE SQUARE!!! read more

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hi this was the best The waiter was amazing. They gave us free cake and she said happy birthday to all of us even though it wasn't our birthday like what is so like oh my you have to give a five star and a tip girl was amazing. read more

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Really great atmosphere and drinks. My Mac and cheese was so bland though :(. I've heard great things so I am a little disappointed. Might have to try something different next time. read more

Tavern in the Square - Mac Cheese - Sports Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We ate here yesterday before the Red Sox home game and very much enjoyed it! We were able to get seated immediately without a reservation, which was nice. As for the food, it was all delicious. The chips and guac was solid, and my fiancé and I each enjoyed our respective chopped Greek or berry & burrata salads. The restaurant had a nice atmosphere, with TVs everywhere too. It was a fun time and we would come back. read more

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Good food, nice atmosphere pretty sports bar y. Got this Mac n cheese with chicken was good but needed something more idk read more

Tavern in the Square - Mac Cheese - Sports Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This spot is conveniently located near the Amtrak station so got some food before we left for Maine. Service was good and the place was pretty empty. Had a mimosa which was good and pretty reasonably priced. The breakfast sandwich was not my fave. I just feel like the sandwich and potatoes lacked flavor. I did like the jam on the sandwich but I feel like all the flavor came from the jam only. Cute spot though and definitely nice for some drinks read more

Tavern in the Square - Breakfast sandwich - Sports Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

My wife and I were up from RI to see our son perform and we wanted something reasonable for dinner. This restaurant (located right next to North Station) was perfect. Our server was amazing. Very sweet and attentive. She brought us extra napkins and hand wipes because she knew our sandwiches would be a bit messy. The food came out quickly and was great! We had quesadillas for an app, which were the perfect size. I had the korean chicken sandwich and my wife had the chicken avocado club. They were both very large and delicious. We have a TinS near us so we hope it has similar service and food. read more

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Surprisingly great for a sports bar! Food was hot, fresh and tasty with options for any diet. We had the buffalo cauliflower, and the tuna bowl. I asked if we could substitute the rice for salad, and they easily modify the menu for my dietary needs. Lots of beers on top, and right across from TD Gardens. Huge TVs to watch the games, plenty of space to catch up with coworkers and friends, and the bartenders are on top of your drinks. I'll be back for the bang bang broccoli Hot tip: great place to relax and wait for traffic to open up read more

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Amazing food. Large juicy burger. I was very pleased. Staff was polite, spacious interior.

The gluten free chicken fingers/tenders blew me away. I also had gluten free fish and chips which I thought was amazing and a unique find. read more

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December 13, 2025 My husband and I came to Tavern in the Square on December 13th to celebrate our 12-year wedding anniversary--a milestone that meant everything to us. With three children, full-time jobs, and my just finishing a first semester in an accelerated nursing program-- our time together is incredibly rare. This night was supposed to be meaningful. It was supposed to be special. Instead, it left us shocked and undoubtedly shaken. Our primary server that evening was kind, attentive, and professional. Unfortunately, the experience was deeply damaged by another staff member. Our appetizers were delivered by a server named Abby (red hair pulled back into a braid). From the moment she approached our table, she refused to acknowledge us. She made no eye contact, said nothing, and forcefully slammed the first plate onto our table. My husband and I froze, stunned, waiting for some sort of explanation. None came. She then slammed the remaining two plates down, still without a word, a glance, or even the most basic courtesy. There was no greeting. No "Here you go." No "Is there anything else I can get for you?" Not even a recognition of our presence as paying guests. What made this moment even more painful was what happened next. We watched Abby serve two nearby tables--both made up entirely of white guests--with a completely different demeanor. She smiled. She placed their plates gently. She spoke kindly. She asked if they needed anything else. I am a 35-year-old Black woman, and in all my years, I have never felt so openly disrespected in a restaurant setting. I wish there were another explanation, but there simply wasn't. The contrast in treatment was undeniable. My husband and I were not asked if we needed drink refills, despite both of our wine glasses being empty. We were treated as though we were invisible--or even worse, undeserving. It is heartbreaking to acknowledge that systemic racism is still alive, and even more painful to experience it firsthand during what should have been a joyful celebration of our marriage. We brought this behavior to the attention of our server, who told us he informed the manager. Despite this, not once during our hour-and-a-half visit did a manager come to our table to apologize, acknowledge the situation, or offer any form of accountability or reconciliation. We left that night with a heavy question that still lingers: If we looked different... would we have been treated differently? What should have been a cherished memory is now one marked by disappointment, pain, and disbelief. No guest of any kind should ever be made to feel this way and I am so glad our kids weren't there to witness this behavior. read more