Bars with a low-key vibe in Boston
June 25, 2007 2:55 PM Subscribe
Need suggestions for a grown-up bar/lounge in Boston
I'm celebrating my 20th anniversary this week, and having dinner in Boston. We'd like to go from our dinner (Four Seasons Hotel) to a lounge/bar with good (low key) ambiance, and preferable some (not too loud) music. What's your favorite grown-up place to sit, drink, and talk in Boston?
I'm celebrating my 20th anniversary this week, and having dinner in Boston. We'd like to go from our dinner (Four Seasons Hotel) to a lounge/bar with good (low key) ambiance, and preferable some (not too loud) music. What's your favorite grown-up place to sit, drink, and talk in Boston?
There's the The Bristol Lounge at the Four Seasons and The Bar at the Taj Boston (formerly the original and first Ritz Carlton in the U.S.) -- it's "kitty-corner" across the Public Garden from the Four Seasons.
You might also consider 28-Degrees (1 Appleton Street, South End) -- one short mile from the Four Seasons).
posted by ericb at 3:24 PM on June 25, 2007
You might also consider 28-Degrees (1 Appleton Street, South End) -- one short mile from the Four Seasons).
posted by ericb at 3:24 PM on June 25, 2007
There's also the bar at JerNe | Ritz Carlton Boston Common. It's also around the corner from the Four Seasons (and behind the Loews Boston). I've recently enjoyed RumBa - Rum & Champagne Lounge at the new Intercontinental Boston on the waterfront -- near South Station.
posted by ericb at 3:32 PM on June 25, 2007
posted by ericb at 3:32 PM on June 25, 2007
BTW -- of my suggestions 28-Degrees is 'quite-the-scene,' and is a bit louder than other suggestions so far.
Let me also recommend the bar at Mistral (Columbus Ave. between Berkeley and Clarendon) -- and a short walk from the Four Seasons.
posted by ericb at 4:46 PM on June 25, 2007
Let me also recommend the bar at Mistral (Columbus Ave. between Berkeley and Clarendon) -- and a short walk from the Four Seasons.
posted by ericb at 4:46 PM on June 25, 2007
You might also try City Bar located in the Lenox Hotel on Boylston St - about a 10 to 20 minute walk from the Four Seasons, not to mention a beautiful stroll on a summer night in Boston as it takes you right through Copley Square.
Word of warning: I'm going on recommendation alone on this one. Several friends of mine had some good dates there, but it can be a little boisterous with the after work crowd. I went to the same establishment when it was under another name and found it quite enjoyable and much as you described.
posted by Rewind at 6:37 PM on June 25, 2007
Word of warning: I'm going on recommendation alone on this one. Several friends of mine had some good dates there, but it can be a little boisterous with the after work crowd. I went to the same establishment when it was under another name and found it quite enjoyable and much as you described.
posted by Rewind at 6:37 PM on June 25, 2007
Newest fun place that sort of might meet your requirements is The Beehive in the South End. (Linky and linky.) Jazz bar, large space, usually a very nice mix of people there.
posted by jerryg99 at 7:21 AM on June 26, 2007
posted by jerryg99 at 7:21 AM on June 26, 2007
Depending on what night you go, Jacob Wirth might be a good choice. It's got very attractive, turn-of-the-(last)-century decor and a very low-key vibe on most nights (Fridays are not so low-key, but are a lot of fun too). It's just a couple of blocks from the Four Seasons.
posted by dseaton at 8:15 AM on June 26, 2007
posted by dseaton at 8:15 AM on June 26, 2007
I love the Enormous Room in Central Square. More ideas here.
posted by equipoise at 9:09 AM on June 26, 2007
posted by equipoise at 9:09 AM on June 26, 2007
The Beehive in the South End
The New York Times recently had a review [requires free login] of the Beehive.
posted by ericb at 12:18 PM on June 26, 2007
The New York Times recently had a review [requires free login] of the Beehive.
posted by ericb at 12:18 PM on June 26, 2007
Response by poster: Follow-up:
We ended up at the City Room - it was a bit loud at the outset, but settled down after 10:30. The atmosphere and entertainment were perfect. Great place.
As a side note, our dinner at Aujourdhui was wonderful. When making the reservation, I mentioned that it was our anniversary, and from the time that we walked in, everyone on the staff from the bartender to the waiter that decrumbs the table wished us a "Happy Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Flakypastry." The service was knowledgeable and attentive without being obtrusive. We had a table with a view right on the Common and the view was great. The food was a real surprise - very adventurous, not what I was expecting at all, and prepared perfectly. We even received complimentary desserts with a candle and "Happy Anniversary" written in chocolate on the plates.
Thanks to all for your suggestions. I'm going to have a busy summer checking out the rest of the places mentioned!
posted by Flakypastry at 5:05 AM on June 29, 2007
We ended up at the City Room - it was a bit loud at the outset, but settled down after 10:30. The atmosphere and entertainment were perfect. Great place.
As a side note, our dinner at Aujourdhui was wonderful. When making the reservation, I mentioned that it was our anniversary, and from the time that we walked in, everyone on the staff from the bartender to the waiter that decrumbs the table wished us a "Happy Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Flakypastry." The service was knowledgeable and attentive without being obtrusive. We had a table with a view right on the Common and the view was great. The food was a real surprise - very adventurous, not what I was expecting at all, and prepared perfectly. We even received complimentary desserts with a candle and "Happy Anniversary" written in chocolate on the plates.
Thanks to all for your suggestions. I'm going to have a busy summer checking out the rest of the places mentioned!
posted by Flakypastry at 5:05 AM on June 29, 2007
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