We dined there last night and ordered the mussel entree, three people in our group did and when the entrees arrived- the dishes smelled like a septic tank/sewage. The smell was so strong, it ruined other peoples appetites at the table. When we spoke to our server, we were told that is normal for mussels this time of year as it is "mating season"! This is absolutely FALSE... the mussels were rotten/dead and should have never been served. If we had eaten those mussels everyone would have been deathly ill!!!!! After speaking with the manager, who did take the entree off the bill, but wasn't apologetic at all. The drinks were also made incorrectly, and even the soda gun was out of CO, and the server didnt offer to correct the drinks. "Oh ya, something is up with the gun tonight!" was the response we were given, when we asked about . Avoid at all cost!!! Save your money!!!! read more

The worst experience I've EVER had at a restaurant. The food is disgusting and the service is just as bad. DO NOT ORDER THE MUSSELS, they are rotten and will claim the smell is due to them being in mating season read more

Thank you, Beehive! My friend and I came from CT on a Friday night to Beehive and we were 30 minutes past our reservation. Beehive was so accommodating and kind about it. I was supper appreciative about it. The food was wonderful as were the drinks. The waiters were so kind and conversational as well. The ambiance was fantastic and there was a band that started playing at 10pm. They even brought out a little dessert for my birthday. Thanks for making it a special night! read more

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Such fun vibes outside for drinks with friends! I've been a few times for food, but I'm honestly never amazed which is why I won't give it 5 stars. I prefer to come for cocktails and catching up with pals. The live music downstairs is also always fun read more

The Beehive is a quirky little place tucked into Tremont under an unassuming sign. We got a warm greeting when we entered and they hostess was kind enough to take our luggage so we didn't have to drag it around We were seated at a very small table. It would have been appropriate for drinks during a show but made eating dinner a bit of a balancing act. I'll call the space "boho" which feels generous. Things feels a bit tattered and old, which it fine for a music venue but not great for a restaurant We had the arancini, a scallop special, little gem salad, lobster gnocchi, and short ribs. The appetizers were very tasty, well cooked, and well presented. The entrees were generous portions and I can attest that the gnocchi was delicious and creamy. The salad was over dressed, but not inedible The service itself can only be described as awkward. Our server seemed to be trying hard, but forgot information, kept repeating himself, and rambled fairly endlessly before leaving us to eat. It made the dining experience itself a little strange and uncomfortable I would come back for the food, but I'm not sure the food is good enough to overcome some of the other shortcomings read more

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We had a wonderful dinner celebrating a birthday! The food was really awesome. Loved the live music. The bar was standing room only when we left. read more

Advertised salsa/bachata dance night. Did not have any space to dance to live band that was also clearly bringing dance energy, had one small ripped off area but did not move tables etc.... Even at 11pm. read more

The food, ambiance, and live music were all incredible! We had the Kofta Meatballs, the Mussels Marinara, and the Fish and Chips, and we loved everything. 110% recommend. read more

Wow such a wonderful night. Jordan was excellent and had great recommendations, and was very personable. Definitely need to come back! read more

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The overall experience is why I will be returning. There was a stoppage on the MBTA that made me late, I called ten minutes before my reservation and let them know I was at least half an hour away and they were pleasant and were able to push out my reservation. Every member of the staff was pleasant, professional and efficient. The food was very good and we enjoyed the music. read more

The atmosphere and jazz was the best part of our visit. The featured cocktails were not that great. They need some fresh juices to round out the flavors. The food was ok, but nothing special. I would return for the ambiance, cool venue, and Jazz. I recommend the bar area and skip dinner. read more

This place is such a gem!! We went here for our anniversary, and wow! Loved it. The jazz was so good, so fun, and just elevates the whole place. The decor, and the lighting is so warming. The staff were exceptional. Our waiter was kind, attentive and helpful. I wish I got his name!! The food was delicious! I had the pesto gnocchi with shiitake mushrooms and my boyfriend had the fusilli pasta with Italian sausage. Both were devoured. The drinks were wonderful. Perfect balance of strong and tasty. We loved every moment here. Thank you for the perfect date night, Beehive!! read more

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A good nearby bar for almost any occasion. I've been here for jazz brunch, a surprise birthday party, and a casual drink. The only reason for this being 4 stars is that the brunch food could be better, and we were sat right next to the stage in an empty restaurant (so kind of loud, but great music!). They were very accommodating for a surprise party and let me in to set up early! read more

The Beehive - Surprise Party Set Up in Private Area - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Ambience is fun and the restaurant's feel is unlike any other. Service is kind and quick. However, the food is very pricy for what you get (ex. $24 for 3 shrimp). Not sure it's worth it. read more

just had the worst service experience I have had in a long time. Wait person was terrible and did nothing but make excuses and blame the kitchen for the poor service. Manager was unresponsive. read more

SO YUMMY! Came out here for brunch w/ a few friends and we all loooved the Shakshuka with Harissa lamb. All of us DEVOURED it -- per reading past reviews on Yelp, it was noticeable that the Shakshuka was one of the most popular dishes for sure and I can see why. It was perfect, the harissa lamb was also super yum! The polenta was delish too... mmmm definitely will be making Shakshuka next week haha. Ambiance was fun! Bathrooms were clean and pretty, bar style vibes, and great service. Waitress was really friendly, food was also FAST! It's normal price for South End brunch but the area is so fun-- I'd pay here for a once in a while treat. Only detractor is coffee was NOT good haha... the color was seriously lacking and coffee was NOT strong at all lol. Strongly suggest making a reservation before though bc they get filled fast! read more

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I've been to The Beehive on a few occasions to grab drinks, but this time I came for an event. This is the perfect spot to host a party for a large group. Everything was fantastic, from the food, to the drinks, to the waitstaff, to the hosts. At this particular event, there was a charcuterie station, as well as passed hors d'oeuvres, all of which were excellent. The vibes here are unmatched. You can tell the interior was designed with fantastic attention to detail, especially when it comes to the lighting. I don't know of many places in Boston with such a fun decor, as well as quality live music. You're really there for more than just a typical night of dinner/drinks. I'd love to come back soon to try some of their standard menu options and cocktails! read more

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Baby Gem Lettuce Salad, Green Goddess Dressing 3/5 Fall-Off-The-Bone Baby Back Pork Ribs 3/5 Garlic Piri Piri Shrimp, Black Rice, Lemon, Bread 3/5 ~First Impression~ The atmosphere was lively with many people coming in and out of the bar. There was live music playing some jazz, but we were seated in a place that couldn't really see our even hear the jazz well. But the music gave a nice lift to the place. I had a good first date here. ~The Food~ Despite the other reviews I found the food to be just ok. Lots of flavor, but almost unnecessarily? It was pretty expensive for the portions we got. But for a place like this, I wouldn't come for the food. It's another type of bar you go for the vibes, some drinks, and enjoy live music (if you can get a good seat). ~The Logistics~ There is plenty of parking around the area and seating. Although I have heard sometimes when the band is great, it's hard to get a seat at times. My initial experience was pretty subpar, but I can see how with a great band and some drinks, it can get quite lively and enjoyable. read more

The Beehive - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Went there for brunch - live jazz band in the background. While drinks were good. Food was blah. Would not go back for brunch, but drinks sure - why not. Service was great read more

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Honestly I love this place so I'm not here a crash a mood or anything... but if you're ever wondering how many edibles is too many edibles to be able to tend bar, ask the upstairs bartender how many he took before his shift Saturday and do the math. I am floored lol. I got the wrong drink with a brown olive in it. I wanted to get food but with a nut allergy I got a little frightened it'd be death by pistachio. Anyhoo... good luck guys! read more

I loved beehives! This is a cool bar in Boston and I'd definitely be back! There are two floors so it is pretty big and you can use spaces for private events as well. The bars are big and they are fast with all of the drinks. There is a stage for people and bands to play! I'd highly recommend read more

The Beehive - Dessert bar - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Was initially really excited because I LOVEEE restaurants with live music. Was surprised with how much space there is! We booked a reservation in advance for a Friday night and it was pretty packed. I know the walk-in wait was about an hour to an hour and a half. To secure getting a table downstairs where the live music is at would definitely recommend getting a reservation, we got ours the week before. The food was decent and the cocktails were strong. I got the queen bee and it was pretty good. But honestly it was nothing too special, I'd maybe come back again for the later night jazz shows but not to eat, however I heard the brunch food is really good. We also said it was our friends birthday and the serve gave us a chocolate dessert which was really good -- but he charged us?? This was my first time ever getting charged for a dessert when celebrating a birthday... awkward. read more

The Beehive - Grilled Salmon*, Beef Short Rib**, Fusilli Pasta - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The food here is cooked very well. I ordered the grilled brisket with the crispy potatoes and shishito peppers. The meat was very tender and practically melted away with each bite! The overall flavor, however, is quite lackluster. The sauce and seasonings did not help elevate the dish and were in fact, somewhat bland. I think I was expecting more for this price point. Although I will note that all of their ingredients are locally sourced. However, the Bohemian design and live jazz music make this a fun dinner spot! Additionally, service is very friendly and efficient. I would perhaps be willing to try the weekend brunch here sometime, as that seems to be the more popular menu. A more accurate rating would be 3.5 stars. read more

The Beehive - Grilled Brisket, Shishito Peppers, Romesco Sauce, Crispy Potatoes - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Steven was our bartender and he was fantastic!!!! friendly and awesome service. We celebrated our anniversary and couldn't have asked for a better time. Live music was great to match everything else. HIGHLY RECOMMEND !! read more

3.5/5 We went for brunch and the food was mediocre but I could see this as such a cute spot for drinks especially with the live music!! I ordered the eggs benedict - the eggs were a tad overcooked and weren't runny. I left most of my salad untouched as it was the dressing was too bitter and the vegetables themselves did not taste super fresh read more

The Beehive - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The music was so good! The food was excellent! Highly recommend for any of the above. Perfect for a relaxing evening out. read more

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Went here with some friends. It was a little difficult to find the entrance, but eventually, one of my friends arrived who'd been there and showed me. The ambiance was very fun. Our reservation was early, so unfortunately, there was no live music playing, but we heard that they did that. The tables were very close together. The food was tasty. However, my friend and I ordered the same meal, and both thought that the portions were small. We ordered the desserts, which were also flavorful and decadent. We couldn't finish them Throughout the meal, the wait staff was very friendly and attentive. At the end of our meal, I felt rushed. At one point, the waiter just dropped the bill and said that the next reservation was here. While there is nothing wrong with that, I felt as though there were other ways that it could have been handled, and we weren't even there that long. It make it clear that they just cared about turning over the table/profit and not our full experience read more

The Beehive - Gnocchi - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I found out at the last minute that the show I was seeing at the Calderwood was canceled and since I paid to get to the South End I figured I might as well grab dinner. I walked around a lot trying to find a place that was fitting the mood and ended up going...directly next door to the theater. It was a cold and rainy night so the warm and energetic Beehive was a very welcome respite. I was happy to get a table right away, and despite being a solo diner they gave me a nice corner booth so I had a lot of space. My server was great and helped me parse through the menu. I was most called to the small plates and ordered a few of those instead of an entree. I ended up getting the truffled cauliflower, baby gem lettuce salad, and the frites. The cauliflower was PERFECT. It had just the right crisp without being oily and chewy, and the truffle sauce was great. When I want fried cauliflower this is exactly the dish I'm always imagining. The salad was perfectly dressed and the frites were delicious. Paired with some good wine and a live jazz combo? Perfect evening. Thanks for saving the day Beehive. read more

Food was delish. Drinks were delish. The ambiance was a vibe. Live jazz music started around 8pm on a Tuesday night, which was amazing because nowhere else had live music. There was a good mix of locals and tourists when I went. Service was good. Great time! read more

The Beehive - Roasted Chicken - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Cool, speak-easy vibe! Great cocktails and friendly staff. They have live music and also areas where you can be further away if you're catching up with friends. Haven't had dinner there, but I can definitely recommend the brunch! read more

First time here. wished we were seated by the stage to hear the music as it was muffled by the bar and column we were near. It a little tight so if you don't mind some else sitting a foot from you no problem. The food was delicious as the drinks service was good but felt a little rushed to turn the table I did notice the manager hovering over the staff to turn the tables read more

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one of my favorite spots for the last decade. the live jazz, paired with incredible drinks and food! it's a good spot for a range of events

Came back for brunch and had a very pleasant experience. The place was much less crowded which helped us enjoy the music and ambiance. Our server, Juan, was really kind as well. We ordered the Shakshouka and French toast. Both were good but not amazing. The drinks felt a little watered down compared to what I had tried in previous visits. Overall, I'm giving it 4 stars because the food and drinks felt overpriced for the quality. read more

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Disappointed. We wanted to try the Beehive because of the live jazz and the location to where we were staying. Unfortunately, we were met with a young careless hostess desk. The waiter seemed annoyed to have to wait on us. The performer was great, the food was good and hot. The staff isn't very attentive the ambiance is nice but, a little cold. read more

The vibes here are always high and the service is above and beyond. They are always making sure you are taken care of and happy with your seat or meal or drink. The jazz music is loud so keep that in mind but it's always so much fun! The food is fresh and delicious. The white bean dip is a must! So good. Butternut squash risotto was so creamy, adult Mac and cheese. After dinner we stayed around and got more drinks by the bar in the standing room. All of their cocktails are so good. I come here for dinner or just to grab a drink. Love this place so much! read more

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The actual worst establishment I've ever been. Food and drinks are terrible and staff is so rude. Manager verbally accosted me and my friends multiple times. read more

Came here for brunch over the summer and it was great for outdoor seating. The service was great and the menu was extensive. The mimosa was pricey for the size but, was good. The French toast was amazing!!!! Would love to come back for dinner inside because they have music and a cool interior. read more

The Beehive - Baked French Toast Mimosa - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I had a death in the family and this restaurant still charged me $400 to cancel my reservation. I thought this was super inconsiderate.

Bartenders were extremely rude and arrogant. Drinks were average at best. Would not recommend.

My wife and I dropped in for a cocktail on Dec 20. Our bartender was great and he made us perfect Paper Planes. There was a group of 3 next to us who had dinner. When they left, a bartender scooped up a big hunk of food but never wiped the counter. Another group sat down and they never cleaned the counter top. I thought this was disgusting. Also being cold and flu season and a recent norovirus outbreak in the suburbs, you would think a major restaurant group would have a standard procedure for keeping patrons safe. read more