The Yard Charlestown

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New beautiful beer garden and event venue in Boston. Amazing live entertainment and great drinks!

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So Much for Salsa Night...

Billed as a vibrant evening of rhythm, flavor, and cultural flair, “Salsa Night” turned out to be more of a slow shuffle in an empty room. The energy was flat, the crowd nearly nonexistent, and any promise of lively dancing felt like a forgotten afterthought. A handful of guests milled about, looking just as confused as I was. What was meant to be a celebration of culture ended up feeling more like a dress rehearsal no one showed up for. A missed opportunity—and a forgettable night

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Great venue. Decent beer. No real food options other than a few snack shack selections. Music did not fit the vibe at all. Bunch of families with young kids running around while club music was being blasted. To whoever is DJing - your playlist appeals to nobody except you. We don't need to hear bad bunny's entire album and nobody knows what he is saying.

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Great vibe. Lots of options. Found some cool stuff

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Really enjoyable experience if you’re looking for something fun to do in Boston please come down to the yard.

Urban Wild Boston

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Came with the office for a bowling night. The place had a great atmosphere and looked really cool, I really enjoyed the overall experience. The food wasn’t as good as I expected. Great place for big groups.

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Came here on a weekday for some team bonding with my group and I was so glad we came! Theres a visual appeal thats gets you so excited before you even start playing. Theres art all over and the lighting is nice and warm and it sets such a comfortable vibe. Everything is so cool there and the staff is really accommodating! Even the bathrooms are cool to look at lol. The alley is interactive and we had no tech issues when playing. Really good seating there as well. Always get the smoky mayo sauce thingy with your food too its so good. Its overall a good place to be, you couldnt be disappointed

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Where’s the Steak? A Nacho Mystery

I ordered the steak nachos with anticipation—visions of sizzling, seasoned beef atop a generous bed of chips, smothered in all the expected indulgences. What arrived, however, was more of a culinary riddle: a meager handful of tortilla chips, scattered with a whisper of toppings and not a meaningful trace of steak in sight. If there was meat, it must have been hiding. For the price, I expected a showstopper; instead, I got what could only be described as the most overpriced bag of chips I’ve ever encountered—minus the steak, minus the satisfaction.

Unsettling and Inconsiderate bathroom set up!

There are few things more jarring than stepping into what’s meant to be a private space and instantly feeling exposed. The open-concept restroom—with no real division between men and women—felt deeply uncomfortable and, frankly, unsafe. Privacy isn’t a luxury; it’s a basic expectation. Whatever the intention behind this design, it missed a crucial mark: respecting the comfort and boundaries of all guests

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Awesome *modern* bowling alley! Devoured the corn dip with chips and electric lemonades, the food was yummy and the bowling was fun. Cool interactive game options to display on the lanes or other bowling games are available to try. Service was friendly and fast.

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I drive around here almost every day and never would I have guessed that such a fun place was tucked away down the street! Came here for a night out with my girl and we had a blast! They have a variety of activities to do, some at no cost, and the layout is definitely conducive of a good time. I’ll be coming back soon and glad I found this spot. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a new place to try!

Night Shift @ Herter Park

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This beer garden is a pretty cozy spot with a relaxed vibe, perfect for hanging out with friends in the evening. The beer selection is a bit limited. Definitely worth a visit if you're looking for a chill place to enjoy some drinks with friends!

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Awesome location to enjoy some refreshing brews, tantalizing food trucks, and play some lawn games surrounded by friends on the weekend. Much less crowded than the Esplenade location, and fewer bugs to annoy you. If you're local, it's the perfect spot for afternoon gathering and lawn games. Make sure to take advantage of it while it's open in the summer.

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Great chill spot for hanging out and having a few drinks. Staff were super friendly and helped us pick some beers (we went with the Steinbier and the lactose sour), the spot was super relaxing and lovely. Portaloos available, and would recommend shoes that are flat since the ground is just grass/dirt. Oh, and when the path forks go the left! We walked all the way past the venue before realizing where the entrance was 😅 Would recommend bringing food if you think you’ll get hungry! Pretty sure we found our new favorite spot to meet up with friends :)

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Expected this place to be swamped on a Saturday evening and was more then pleasantly surprised - what an awesome spot. Right on the river, next to community garden with free flowing beer this place is a little hidden oasis. Can't rave enough about the relaxing atmosphere and chilled out vibes, I'll be frequenting here all summer.

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This was a lovely place to enjoy a cold beer on a warm summer day. It wasn't overly crowded, even on a lovely Saturday afternoon, and the river was lovely. Being next to the garden makes for a beautiful view! The people working there seemed friendly and happy to help, and the drinks were great. It was a very nice, relaxing way to spend an hour when visiting from out of state!

Night Shift Esplanade

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Always a fun time at the night shift owl’s nest. They have a great beer selection along with seltzers and non-alcoholic drink options.
Located right next to the Charles river you get an amazing view. Great place to bike or walk up and spend some time drinking outdoors.
Be careful of the mosquitoes after a rainy day.
They have many porta potty’s and hand wash stations making it easy to use to bathroom. There is always a nice foot truck around from when they open to almost close.
If you are taking an uber here it will be hard to stop on the road and find the place.

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The server told us not to move chairs but didn't say anything when they saw others moving the chair. Food truck was great. Don't recommend imusing toilets here.

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We had to run away it smelled so bad. They obviously haven't changed out their toilets in so long that the entire place  smelled like stank. Obviously the management doesn't care but it was bad. It looked like everybody was trying to avoid the smell .  Too bad cuz the place was my a nice Vibe.

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It's always pleasant to enjoy beer, food and the atmosphere by the river during the sunset in the summer.
Be prepared to share a table with nice people 'cause they just had the same nice idea of beer and pizza by the river.

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Beautiful Sunday to take a stroll in the park then stop by Night Shift Brewery to enjoy some cold draft beers. Service was good, atmosphere was great and beer was also good.

Enjoyed several round before continuing the stroll back.

Great option at the park to enjoy the view, day and some good beer with family and friends. Give it a try to do something different.

Harpoon Beer Garden - Boston Common

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beers (16oz) are $10.16, harpoon offering and also spiked dunkin? what is goin on
hot spiced cider avail too! (5 oz)
frozen margaritas….

pretty much every drink was $10.16

music was nice 💃🏻 we need to dance more as a city imo

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Toilets are port a potties. Not designed for people who respect decent Hygiene!

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Nice outdoor Harpoon beer garden in Boston Common. It is in the southeast corner of the park, across from the AMC (correct on Yelp, incorrect on Google). They also have food and live music. It was a different brewery company in 2023 but same vibe.

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Pricey beers, but good hang. Great sound system and live music.

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Beer Garden @ W

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Edit: I brought it up to 3 stars because the food was delicious.

I felt bad for the two servers who had to split the whole place between them.

Original review:

I am still sitting here waiting for my food. Since I ordered, my sister drove down from Gloucester during rush hour, parked, and is now walking over to meet me.

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Best hot honey chicken sliders ever! They also make a really good espresso martini.

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Zamknięte poza sezonem :-(. Ale miejsc na pamiątkowe zdjęcie super:-)

Closed during the off-season :-(. But great place for a souvenir photo :-)

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The Anchor

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Very overrated. The place is not in such cool location to charge what they do. And that would be fine if they'd advertise their prices correctly. I made the mistake of not asking beforehand the cost of a canned beer. I should have. Because no one should pay $14 for a canned beer with no service. They won't even take your order to the table. And they have the audacity to ask for a tip. Everyone is free to run their business as they please and clients can freely decide whether to spend their money on them. But not showing their prices is deception and not fair for the consumer. I am not even sure they're complying with the. Massachusetts General Laws (Chapter 138, Section 15). Nevertheless, I will definitely never go back again.

Follow up to the manager response:

Prices were not clearly displayed in the menu in the screens. That's call deception.

If you actually check my review history you will find it's actually pretty good. You'll find very VERY few poor reviews. And you'll find a huge array of reviews from all over the world.

Table service is not really existing when you wait 20+ minutes and no one shows up to your table when you have an occupancy close to 50%.

Staff is not what one would consider nice either.

Management replies are really the "keyboard warrior" here. No apologies. No taking into account what a customer says. Just check other responses. Just entitlement and condescending tone. I am happy to edit my review to the lowest rating possible 🤭

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The Anchor near Charlestown Navy Yard is a fantastic spot! We were unsure about the fireworks view but were thrilled with the clear, stunning display from their waterfront location. No crowds, just a fun, family-friendly vibe. The lobster rolls were loaded with fresh, juicy lobster, and the clam chowder was hands-down the best we had all night—creamy and flavorful. The service was top-notch, with friendly staff making us feel right at home. Skip the traffic chaos and head to The Anchor for great food and a perfect fireworks experience. Highly recommend

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10/10 would recommend sweating with friends in public again.

The drinks were cold, the outfits were hotter, and the only thing more consistent than the heat was our group’s inability to take a serious photo.

Came for the socializing, stayed for the scenic steps and accidental group cardio. Bonus points for the patio seating and someone’s wildly floral shirt that doubled as event decor.

Would I go again? Only if I can bring my emotional support White Claw and this chaotic crew. 💦☀️🍹

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The spot is excellent in the summer! Great views! Being a Charlestown resident, I love having some outdoor space to relax and drink in warm weather since we have no outdoor space. I will say this spot has a lot of potential to become something really great. I wish there were more options for drinks, such as wines by the bottle or cocktails. It would be nice if food trucks were available. but an easy place to just pop in and have a drink without reservations.

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Greatest atmosphere and staff and entertainment, all for free. Loved it!
Went during Nintendo tournament
Wanted to return yesterday but it was raining too much so we skipped 😔

Dockside Beer Garden

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Best pretzels we ever had! Our server and overall service and experience was great! We here for work/ family time and I cannot wait to be back! We are looking to come back before our trip here is over. I didn’t get the manager’s name- but he was phenomenal! We spend time at the Aquarium the are here and it was 100% worthy! Please give them a try! 💕

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Not a bad option for the area, but they still have a "kitchen fee" in 2025 that is on the bill. Surprise! Your meal is more than you thought. I won't return as I feel this is a dishonest practice.

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Unexpectedly, shout out to the ribs. They may have cheese on them but they are sure tasty, especially for $24!

Furthermore, the frozé (frozen rosé) that was recommended to us was fantastic. The bar staff is top notch.

However, not enough shade for all the benches if it’s too hot.

If my experience wasn’t a one off thing, this place is a hidden gem in the guise of a tourist trap.

Advertise those ribs!

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Solid food, cheap beers, great view. Music was awesome.

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Democracy Beer Garden

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Distraction + Democracy Beer Garden – A True Boston Experience

Ah, just after high noon on a Saturday, we strolled right into the Distraction + Democracy Beer Garden like we owned the place—which we don’t, but that’s beside the point. At first, it was busier than the T at rush hour, but then, like magic (or maybe just typical Boston flakiness), half the crowd vanished in 10 minutes. Sweet.

The walk-up counter was packed with staff—actual human beings ready to serve you, not like some places where you gotta wave your arms around like a maniac just to get a drink. Even though they were outta a couple brews (probably drank ‘em all before we got there), there were still plenty of options—unless you’re that guy who only drinks one obscure IPA from Vermont. In which case, tough luck, pal.

Beer in hand, we snagged a couple seats along the wall, perfect for overlooking the greatest show on earth: Boston streets. If you love the soothing sounds of sirens wailing, tires screeching like banshees, horns blaring like it’s the end times, and good ol’ fashioned Masshole drivers hanging out their windows flipping each other off—then buddy, this is your Zen garden. We sure as hell enjoyed it.

Seating options? You got bar-height tables with stools (for those who like to feel fancy), outdoor chairs (for regular folks), and even couches (for the people who clearly plan on staying awhile—or passing out).

Bottom line? If you want a cold beer, solid people-watching (and let’s be real, in Boston, the people-watching is an Olympic sport), and a front-row seat to the city’s beautiful chaos, then Distraction + Democracy Beer Garden better be on your damn list. Cheers—or as we say here, "youse better enjoy it!"🍻

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Guys, paid $25/pp to get in and they have 3 porta-potties that haven't been cleaned in a week, no TP, awful, graphic conditions. Like the beer is good and the music is 🔥 but this bathroom situation is unacceptable. Please PLEASE figure out your bathroom situation.

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Perfect location for a quick or drink (or a few) when swinging through, out of, or into Boston! Super excited about the boozy slushies and the beer has a nice variety. Staff is friendly too

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Charged for a 16oz pour (as shown on the menu and chalkboard) and served in a 12oz cup. Pointed out to server who hastily erased the chalkboard from “16 oz” to “12 oz” rather than making up the difference. Only had 12oz cups so got the sense it was an intentional rip off scam.

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It's really nice when Boston does something right.  This is a really great way to better use City Hall Plaza in support of two excellent local breweries.  Love the couch seating areas and the balcony chairs over looking Faneuil Hall.

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