Fodor's Expert Review Harvard Gardens
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Beacon Hill and Boston Common
American
A Beacon Hill legend, this was the first bar in the city to get its liquor license after the repeal of Prohibition. It opened in 1930, and was owned by the same family until the 1990s. Patrons sit at the dark-wood bar and high tops to watch a Celtics game and dig into a menu of tasty burgers, sandwiches, and a scrumptious brunch, including a spectacular Bloody Mary. The place is often packed with doctors and nurses from nearby Mass General enjoying post-shift drinks.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- A killer, house-made Bloody Mary mixed with the bar's own peppercorn vodka
- A Reuben sandwich stuffed with corned beef that's made in-house
- Casual, comfortable vibe that's a little bit different from a typical Beacon Hill experience
