The best bars & nightlife in Lowell

20 draft lines pouring pints of housemade suds plus facilities available to outside craft brewers.

1250 Massachusetts Ave (Boston)

Speakeasy-inspired eatery offering Italian small plates & custom cocktails with a whiskey emphasis.

230 Hanover St (Boston)

Shared plates & creative cocktails served in an intimate speakeasy that has an alley entrance.

5 Utica St (Boston)

Polished joint offering classic sandwiches & cocktails, plus a large selection of board games.

1478 Tremont St (Boston)

Swanky bar at the Ritz-Carlton serving up martinis & craft cocktails amid midcentury-modern decor.

10 Avery St (Boston)

Sandwiches, cocktails & craft beers served in an easygoing, plant-filled hangout with a terrace.

54 Salem St (Boston)

Stylish, intimate bar serving creative cocktails, snacks, and small dishes.

5 N Square (Boston)

Relaxed venue for craft beers on-tap, pizza and gourmet sandwiches, plus outdoor seating.

1 Lovejoy Wharf #101 (Boston)

Specialty cocktails, wines by the glass & unique pub snacks offered in a hip, retro setting.

1377 Boylston St (Boston)

Clerys is that easy yes when the group chat asks where to meet, a one stop destination in the historic South End for a quick bite, a quick…

113 Dartmouth St (Boston)

Casual eatery & bar offering American favorites like steak, burgers and pizza.

440 Middlesex Rd (Tyngsborough)

Sophisticated outpost offering a range of seafood dishes, global wines & draft brews.

129 Columbus Ave First Floor (Boston)

A swanky 1920s-inspired setting, including a separate lounge, for upscale New England fare & drinks.

11 Beacon St (Boston)

Neighborhood nook with typical American & some Irish grub, plus beer on tap & cocktails.

29-31 Central St

Sports bar with pool and an arcade featuring karaoke, live music, and drag shows.

105 Market St

Cool, brick-lined bistro with a small patio featuring seasonal American eats & local beers on tap.

45 Palmer St

Creative wine program offering tastes to full bottles with small plates & entrees in a modern space.

581 Washington St (Boston)

Stylish, intimate wine bar with light menu of cheese, crudo & imported varieties of tinned fish.

45 Province St (Boston)

Romantic spot serving tapas including ceviche and tacos alongside craft cocktails and beer.

397A Chelsea St (Boston)

Intimate concert venue featuring live music, a bar and beer from the brewery next door.

110 Western Ave

Small production & natural wines served with elevated light fare in a buzzy, stylish setting.

186 Brookline Ave (Boston)

Extensive array of Spanish-centric small plates & wine in an intimate setting; open late nights.

525 Tremont St (Boston)

Casual pub offering pool, darts, and TV sports, plus cocktails, beer, and home cooking.

14 Cabot St

Venerable family-run pub serving eclectic bar bites & cocktails in an 1834 Americana-filled space.

141 Worthen St

Casual restaurant featuring burgers and veggie plates, along with a wine list focused on natural varieties.

615 E Broadway (Boston)

Cool destination supplying contemporary Greek specialties & wines in industrial-chic surroundings.

48 Gloucester St (Boston)

Wine bar with Mediterranean eats, plus an on-site winery, retail shop & acclaimed live music space.

80 Beverly St (Boston)

Dimly lit, cozy speakeasy, specializing in imaginative cocktails and fresh seafood dishes.

103 Porter St (Boston)

Flights & pints of housemade beers, plus casual bites, in a vaulted room with a cozy, historic vibe.

35 Temple Pl (Boston)

Eatery specializing in innovative American comfort food, also serving beer, boozy shakes & drinks.

21 Temple Pl (Boston)