Night Shift Beer Garden at Herter Park 2026
Thu, Sep 17 · 3:00 PM
Lower Allston
Lively Bars in Boston worth going out for.
Half of what's interesting is across the river, and I've never understood treating that as a separate city.
I keep track of lively bars in Boston and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.
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Browse Boston neighborhood by neighborhood, get ideas just for you, or ask me anything.
Top picks
Foxglove Terrace Hot right now
Allston • $$$
Saguaro Garden Bar Pop-up
Thu, Sep 17 · 4:00 PM
Kendall Square
$1 Oysters at Vera's!
Thu, Sep 17 · 5:00 PM
Prospect Hill • $$
The Grove Botanical Oasis
Thu, Sep 17 · 12:00 PM
D Street / West Broadway
Fresh Pond Beer Garden 2026
Thu, Sep 17 · 4:00 PM
Cambridge Highlands • $$
HUE: Bar, Supper Club & Speakeasy
Thu, Sep 17 · 4:00 PM
Prudential / St. Botolph
Brick & Mortar: Hidden Cocktail Bar
Thu, Sep 17 · 3:00 PM
Central Square • $$
$1 Oysters at Russell House Tavern
Thu, Sep 17 · 9:00 PM
Riverside • $$
Grace by Nia | Supper Club & Live Music Up & Coming Artist
Thu, Sep 17 · 5:30 PM
D Street / West Broadway • $$$
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Frequently asked questions
How are these lively bars in Boston chosen?
I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.
Is everything here still happening?
Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.
How do I find something that suits me?
Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.
Do I need an account?
No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.
Is it free?
Yes, completely.