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Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Greater Boston

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Greater Boston? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Offsuit restaurant
4.9
4.9 (209)
$31 to $50
Speakeasy
Leather District
About the restaurant
Offsuit is an intimate cocktail bar. We want everyone to enjoy the Offsuit experience; so visits are limited to 90 minutes. Reservations are only available for 7 days into the future.
Top review
Debbie
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Service was great and so were the espresso martinis!!
A photo of Agoro's Pizza Bar & Grill restaurant
4.9
4.9 (12)
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
Somerset
About the restaurant
This family-owned restaurant on County Street in Somerset, MA has been dishing out Greek style pan pizza, mouth-watering burgers and authentic pasta since 1984. Agoro’s atmosphere is family-friendly, casual and comfortable. They offer a full bar, extensive menu, al fresco dining, delivery, carry out and have free Wi- Fi and several flat screen HD TV’s for you to watch your favorite sporting events. Agoro’s brand new private function room is perfect for your next business or social event. Their friendly staff always serves everything with a smile and they never forget that each person has a choice in where to dine. So come and visit Agoro’s Pizza Bar and Grill. Here, you're family! You can call 508.730.2356 during business hours Wednesday through Sunday to place your take-out order. Agoro's is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Top review
Alex
Dined on Jun 6, 2025
Delicious food and excellent service! The price is also affordable. From the appetizers to the desserts, everything was made perfectly. A must-try!
A photo of Dotty's Kitchen & Raw Bar restaurant
4.9
4.9 (58)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Quincy
About the restaurant
Dotty's is a cozy neighborhood restaurant featuring a bountiful raw bar with oysters from all along the Northeast, along with crispy snacks, chowder, handhelds, and exquisite entrees. The venue offers a diverse menu and a carefully curated wine list, alongside a premium cocktail program with hand-hewn ice. Join us tonight!
Top review
JuliaVIP
Dined 5 days ago
The salmon is one of the best dishes I’ve had at a restaurant!
A photo of Sambalos tapas & Bar restaurant
4.9
4.9 (21)
$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Winthrop
About the restaurant
Welcome to Sambalos, where every dish tells a story and every bite is an adventure! Nestled in the heart of Winthrop, we are dedicated to offering a unique dining experience that blends global cuisines with a local twist.

Our menu features a delightful selection of tapas, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo. From the vibrant flavors of Latin America to the comfort of classic American dishes, our offerings cater to every palate. Dive into our customizable tacos, bursting with fresh ingredients and inspired fillings that you won't find anywhere else.

At Sambalos, we believe that food is a universal language, and our innovative fusion of flavors reflects this philosophy. Whether you're stopping by for a casual dinner with friends, a family gathering, or a special celebration, our warm and inviting atmosphere is the perfect backdrop for your culinary adventure.

Join us at Sambalos, where each visit is a taste of the world right here in Winthrop! We can’t wait to welcome you!

Top review
AndrewVIP
Dined on Jul 1, 2025
Amazing Tapas and drinks ! Service is excellent! Highly recommend Sambalos!
A photo of Warehouse Kitchen + Sports Bar restaurant
4.8
4.8 (496)
$30 and under
American
Financial District
About the restaurant
The concept here is pretty simple. We like to watch sports. We like to drink great beer, fresh cocktails and delicious wine. We like to eat really good food made from scratch. We like relaxed atmospheres with friendly service & warm hospitality.
So, that is what we strive to offer here at Warehouse Boston – an upscale sports bar that offers great food & beverages in a relaxed atmosphere where you might wind up dancing after dinner or the big game.
Our fare is described as fresh, quality, bar food. We make food that we like to eat so we can assure that you’ll like it as well. We make things that go well with beer, cocktails and wine and utilize the freshest ingredients we can find. Our scratch kitchen has something to offer for everyone and our fabulous staff will ensure that all your dietary needs are met.
Warehouse is located at the intersection of the Financial District & Faneuil Hall, just steps from The Boston Aquarium and Boston Waterfront.

Top review
geoffVIP
Dined on Jun 21, 2025
Staff was attentive , resturant was clean , food was awesome , owner was friendly
A photo of The Bowery Bar restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1028)
$30 and under
American
Dorchester
About the restaurant
Located in historic Lower Mills in Dorchester, The Bowery Bar is a neighborhood tavern focusing creative modern comfort food, a whimsical cocktail program, and local craft beer offerings. We are committed to our guests’ experience and being an integral part of our local community. Our indoor dining space and bar is cozy and warm; the vintage décors hand-picked to encapsulate a space that makes you feel transported to simpler days. In the warmer months, come experience our spacious outdoor patio with an outdoor bar and lounge area for mingling, appetizers & cocktails. In the cooler months, watch our beautiful patio transform into a Winter Wonderland with our unique Yurts available to be booked for small private gatherings and group reservations.
Top review
KerryVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Food was great, drinks were fun and delicious. Server, Courtney (coco) was wonderful
A photo of The Gaslight restaurant
4.8
4.8 (33)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Asian
Nantucket
About the restaurant
Gaslight is an open concept bar, restaurant, and live music venue serving some of the best food Nantucket has to offer. The cuisine, from Chef Liam Mackey (The Nautilus), has a Japanese Izakaya vibe where you'll find a variety of haute street food style pan-Asian cuisine include noodles, rice dishes, bao buns, raw fish, skewers, dumplings, and more. The bar program, curated by Clinton Terry (The Nautilus) features a variety of fresh ingredient forward cocktails with culinary inspired themes, and rotating craft beers on tap. The wine list leans towards fun, funky, natural w/ a twist of the classic plus the island's only Champagne Vending machine (thank you Moët). The atmosphere is lively, the staff is friendly, the location in the heart of downtown Nantucket can't be beat, and the live music starts every night in the summer around 1030pm, featuring both local and off-island acts with high name recognition. Gaslight is the place to be!
Top review
ChrisVIP
Dined on Nov 2, 2024
It was our first time at the Gaslight. Asian infused dishes were anywhere from solid to excellent. I particularly enjoyed the lemongrass shrimp / pasta dish. The tequila / ginger drink was also excellent. With that said, it is essentially bar food in a bar environment. So, important to be clear on your expectations.
A photo of BLEND restaurant
4.8
4.8 (97)
$30 and under
Gastro Pub
Dorchester
About the restaurant
Blend is a gastro pub that combines the aspects of great food, music, lights and entertainment all into one. Blend "blends" up that neighborhood gastro pub feel where everyone is welcome. Gay owned and Operated, come check us out!

DRAG BRUNCHES ARE 1ST AND 3RD SUNDAYS UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED
instagram handle : blendboston

Please note when booking for a drag brunch to not choose outside. All drag brunches will be held inside.

TUESDAYS ~ Our Normal Dinning Room is closed for our local cornhole league, hightop bar tables are available but please keep in mind those tables are in the bar area and it will be busy!!!











































Top review
Timothy
Dined on Jun 18, 2025
It was my first time at Blend and it was an amazing time the food, the drinks and the staff. It was just a wonderful time and I can’t wait to go back again.
A photo of Chubbs Taco & Tequila Bar restaurant
4.8
4.8 (88)
$30 and under
Mexican
Dorchester
About the restaurant
Chubbs Taco & Tequila Bar is a neighborhood taqueria that blends a So-Cal cool influence with the rich and vibrant culture and cuisine of Mexico. The Chubbs menu will feature a wide variety of Mexican dishes showcasing the season’s freshest ingredients and traditional Mexican cooking techniques. Frrom the bar: expect a selection of house cocteles like margaritas, palomas, and more alongside a well curated agave list and a host of mexican cervezas. ¡Salud!

Top review
ShaleahVIP
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
I had a great experience at Chubbs Taco! I ordered the fried chicken quesadilla and a coconut shrimp taco and both full of flavor. We also shared the dry rub wings, which were absolutely amazing. I'm pretty picky, so I was pleasantly surprised by how well everything was seasoned. The ambiance was relaxed and inviting, with music that was just the right volume and a solid playlist. I loved that they had four different hot sauce options, it was hot sauce heaven! Noah, our server, was kind, attentive, and unbothered by all my little quirks. If I return (and I definitely will), I'm asking for his section. A couple of disappointments: they don't offer bottled water, just tap which in 2025 feels like a major miss. Also, my Shirley Temple arrived with bubbles yet syrup-less, but the ginger ale that replaced it was perfect. Still, Chubbs has earned a return visit from me. Great job to the team, and big shoutout to Noah! See you all soon!
A photo of Drifters Kitchen and Bar restaurant
4.7
4.7 (9)
$30 and under
American
Quincy
About the restaurant
New kid on the block! Neighborhood spot serving pizzas, burgers, cocktails and more. Stay tuned for website, reservations, take-out & late night menu getting added to the rotation soon!
Top review
BillVIP
Dined on Jun 11, 2025
Incredible first experience. Great food great vibe great service very cool decor. Very comfortable high tops with really comfortable stools. Music was good. Bathroom is clean. People were nice. Dollar oysters, huge surprise and they were really tasty. We got a Smashburger and a salad and some arancini. Highly recommend this place. Some nice improvements to that area of Quincy. Haven’t been there for a while two dollar parking garage ticket in a three minute walk to the restaurant. Just a solid experience.
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