Best Live Music Restaurants in Downtown Crossing

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1. Carrie Nation

4.2

Awesome(763)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Beacon Hill

Booked 4 times today

RESERVATIONS ARE FOR THE DINING ROOM ONLY. WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS FOR THE SPEAKEASY OR BAR.A 1920's style speakeasy located on Beacon Hill. For memorable cocktail and cuisine experiences Boston, Carrie Nation Cocktail Club on Beacon Street offers not only an extensive menu of exquisite dishes and drinks, but also a touch of history. Learn about Carrie Nation’s passionate efforts to rid America of liquor while smugly indulging in the very intoxicating delights that this firebrand fiend despised. At Carrie Nation, you can experience one of the best new locations for dining and cocktails in Boston. Those looking for a cocktail club in Beacon Hill with a classy, but comfortable, atmosphere can experience all that Carrie Nation has to offer. Check out the hidden bar in the back!!RESERVATIONS ARE FOR DINNING ROOM ONLY. Speakeasy lounge and bar are first come first serve.

A photo of Emmet's Irish Pub and Restaurant restaurant

2. Emmet's Irish Pub and Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(519)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Beacon Hill

Booked 5 times today

Emmet’s Irish Pub and Restaurant located at 6 Beacon Street Boston is one of the most authentic Irish Pubs in Boston, serving authentic Irish food along with Guinness and a large and diverse beer and wine list to choose from to compliment your meal. And, it's a great place for just a night out for drinks or your next Function or Event !

3. Hobgoblin

4.4

Awesome(42)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Downtown Crossing

Booked 3 times today

Our gastropub, Hobgoblin, features magical elements, like our potions, our gargoyle street lamps and our paintings of medieval monsters, based on sketches by monks and nuns. We offer Asian small plates, various creative cocktails, twenty rotating craft beers on tap, plus a wide range of bottles and cans, selective wine and champagne lists. Moreover, our downstairs bar and dining space features a 7 foot Yamaha C6X; we will present live piano shows and smaller musical acts on weekend nights. *Thursday, Friday & Saturday 1st set: 7 - 8:10 pm 2nd set: 8:30 - 9:40 pm 3rd set: 10 -11 pm*Schedule can be subject to change. Please check our piano schedule: https://www.hobgoblinbar.com/events

4. The Bosworth

4.5

Awesome(50)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Crossing

Booked 2 times today

The Bosworth Restaurant + Bar is located in the heart of Downtown Boston just steps from the historic Boston Common, offers a dining experience that blends New England classics with Mediterranean influences, crafted by Chef Kinan Ibrahim. Begin your day with a flavorful breakfast, relax in the evening with bespoke cocktails or a curated wine selection, or enjoy a thoughtfully prepared dinner in a warm and inviting setting. For special occasions, we provide private and semi-private event spaces, perfect for everything from intimate celebrations to corporate gatherings, with personalized touches to make your event truly unforgettable.The Bosworth is located inside Hotel AKA Boston Common.

5. Beehive

4.6

Exceptional(7227)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • South End

Booked 32 times today

The Beehive is an underground Bohemian eatery and bar featuring fabulous cuisine, libations, artwork and world class live music. Nestled below the Boston Center for the Art’s historic Cyclorama in Boston’s South End, we are conveniently located to local theaters, the Calderwood Pavilion as well as Boston's Theater district. The Beehive serves the eclectic fare of Chef Ryan Skeen - rustic comfort food infused with American and Mediterranean influences. Join us for dinner, weekend brunch, patio dining, great cocktails at our bars and next level live music. If you like the Beehive you'll love our sister restaurant Cosmica Mexican Food & Bar for elevated Mexican cuisine and cocktails located two blocks away.

6. The Bebop

4.7

Exceptional(359)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Back Bay

Booked 11 times today

From the owners of The Burren, one of the most unique and thriving music venues in the Boston area comes The Bebop. Situated at the intersection of Boylston and Mass Ave, next to the beating heart of music that is Berklee, The Bebop is primed to be a premier destination for musicians and fans alike. Whether you are going to a show at the Berklee Performance Center, Symphony Hall or a game in Fenway Park, The Bebop is a great place to start and finish the night. Enjoy our Guinness Lamb Stew or vegetarian Shepherd's Pie while listening to our live nightly entertainment. Offering a full dinner and lunch menu from 11am-11pm daily, a brunch menu on weekends from 9am-3pm, and speciality cocktails, beer, and wine until 1 am every night of the week.

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7. Tuscan Kitchen - Seaport

4.5

Awesome(1946)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Seaport

Booked 6 times today

Originally opened in 2010 as the first authentic Artisan Italian restaurant in Salem, NH, Tuscan Kitchen is now one of the most beloved restaurants in New England. Founder Joe Faro, the son of Sicilian immigrants, had the vision to share his love for Italian heritage with his guests. Tuscan Kitchen has locations in Salem, New Hampshire, Burlington and Boston, Massachusetts.

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8. The Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(477)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Irish • Beacon Hill

Booked 10 times today

Boston’s Premium Irish Pub & Restaurant featuring the best in hospitality, food, drinks, live music & sport

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9. Rooftop at the Envoy

4.1

Excellent(1259)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Seaport

Booked 34 times today

SUMMER IS BACK! Reservations are now open for the Rooftop at the Envoy's award winning outdoor bar. Grab your friends and join us for drinks and light bites while enjoying the best views in the city. We offer seating's for groups all the way from 2 to 20! Minimum spends and time slot information is available under each Experience description. Make your reservation today before your section sells out! Seating is limited but the bar is always open for walk-up guests.

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10. Limani Grille - Seaport

4.7

Exceptional(635)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Seaport

Booked 24 times today

Please email seaport@limani.com for updates and to become a part of our team!Email Lavinia@limani.com for Private Event Inquiries!

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From verified diners like you

C
Casey
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Best atmosphere, awesome service. Food was delicious.
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BeehivePrice: Expensive• American• South End
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4.6
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Jim
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 12, 2025
Great food, we had a very nice dinner, and a great location.
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Emmet's Irish Pub and RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Irish• Beacon Hill
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4.6
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Eric
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 12, 2025
Loved the food and cocktails. Our server was friendly and helpful.
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HobgoblinPrice: Moderate• Asian• Downtown Crossing
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4.4
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Lucas
New York City •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
Went on Mother’s Day service is a little bit slow, but the food was good and atmosphere is good as well. A little strange, I got the eggs Benedict, but the yolks were not running the poached eggs.
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The BosworthPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Crossing
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4.5
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Mei-LingVIP
Greater Boston •351 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 21, 2025
I used to go to Carrie Nation back when the legendary Frank worked there. I hadn’t been in a while and was delighted by the stellar hospitality. We were a group of 6 on a relatively quiet afternoon, and our server happened to be the bartender, whose drinks were fantastic. My friends and I agreed that it was a great hang and we will be returning
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Carrie NationPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Beacon Hill
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4.2

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