Boston - Nightlife - BlackBook Guides

967 Commonwealth Ave., Boston 02215
617-562-8800

Paradise Rock Club and Lounge

Venerable rock club has played host to just about every band worth seeing over the years. Back room is multi-leveled venue, with state of the art sound and lights. Regular mix of international indi... read more

290 Northern Ave., Boston 02109
617-728-1600

Bank of America Pavillion

Outdoor music venue has changed names so many times its hard to keep track. Locals still call it Harborlights, which is an apt description of its seaside locale. Beautiful sights of city line and w... read more

1 Hamilton Pl., Boston 02108
617-679-0810

Orpheum Theatre

Stately old theater built in 1852 serves up sense of history along with its big name touring rock and comedy acts. Majestic, old world charm, and the same cramped level of comfort you'd expect from... read more

160 Commonwealth Ave., Boston 02116
617-266-1122

BarLola

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92 Hampshire St., Boston 02141
617-250-8454

Lord Hobo

Nerdy hipsters and neighborhood locals flocks to Central Square newcomer in the former B-Side Lounge space. Large beer selection with roughly 40 choices including several imports from Belgium and G... read more

148 State Street, Boston 02109
617-227-5100

McFadden's Saloon

No Irish jigs here, just a dark basement blasting hits prime for grinding. Happy hour crowd is actually happy. Nightly drink specials, ample bar space, this faux-Irish pub keeps the successful twen... read more

8 Westland Ave. , Boston 02115
617-267-1200

Prohibited

This faux speakeasy is actually part of the restaurant and bar complex Symphony 8, but this is the room you want to be in. The clandestine cocktail lounge thing is nothing new, but Prohibited takes... read more

237 Elm St, Boston 02144
617-623-9561

Sligo

If it ain't broke, don't break it. Too many dive bars get an influx of college kids and decide it's a good idea to remodel the joint to please their new clientele. Oops, now you've ruined the reaso... read more

585 Somerville Ave, Boston 02143
617-623-9784

Razzy's

The best dives are the ones that look like they propped up an old bar in the middle of your grandmother's basement, then raided a yard sale for the most random décor they could find. That pr... read more

63 Chatham St., Boston 02109
617-367-6172

Trinity

Multi-floor bar offers three different rooms to party in. Or three levels of hell, depending on your tolerance for wasted college kids. Dance to top 40 amidst the sweaty crowd of young revelers, or... read more

400 Soldiers Field Rd., Boston 02134
617-562-4111

Scullers Jazz Club

Since it opened in 1989, Scullers has been consistently voted the best jazz club in Boston. That probably has a lot to do with the slew of big timers who've sauntered and crooned across the stage l... read more

45-55 Union St., Boston 02108
617-227-2098

The Bell In Hand

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101 Atlantic Ave., Boston 02110
617-892-4313

The Living Room

With its VIP lounge and private dining areas, waterfront spot aims for a sort of high-end exclusivity. Boozy after work crowds and late night shit-show party atmosphere find it landing more in me... read more

355 Congress St., Boston 02210
617-892-4224

Lucky's Lounge

Speakeasy style in the Seaport. No sign, but follow the steps down to find welcoming scene. Curved bar is the center of the action, with live music five nights a week in the back. Big Blue Eyes fan... read more

166 Canal St, Boston 02114
6179630457

The Four's

Coined the #1 Sports Bar in America by Sports Illustrated, The Fours is the go-to Boston bar for all games, wings, and debauchery. A tradition since 1976, The Four's is centrally located in th... read more

181 Newbury St., Boston 02116
617-536-4200

Joe's American Bar & Grill

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2 Broad St., Boston 02109
617-523-2081

The Place Boston

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17 Union St., Boston 02108
617-367-0033

The Tap

Tap into Boston! Faneuil Hall fave for casual nights. Live music, sports on HDTV, two dozen brews on tap. Wings for a quarter during happy hour: jackpot. Sip on a Burnt Out Bitch (vodka, rum, tequi... read more

180 Lincoln St., Boston 02111
617-426-0180

District

Leather District lair. Long hallway leads to bar, lounge, and dining spaces. White leather banquettes for kicking back under mishmash of exposed brick, floral patterned ceilings. Club-standard bite... read more