Nophone
149 Charles St
(Cambridge Street)
Boston,
MA
02114
42.3605
-71.0707
Neighborhoods: Back Bay, Beacon Hill
Hours:
Mon-Sat 11am-2am
Sun 12pm-2am
Parking:
Street
Beacon Hill Pub
Last updated 8.24.09
What People Are Saying About Beacon Hill Pub
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
The Scene – The Beacon Hill Pub's status as one of Boston's pre-eminent dive bars owes something to the contrast of its unlikely address on classy Charles Street. Ridiculously low drink prices attract a few down-on-their-luck types, but on most nights recent college graduates and young State House workers pack the pub's two rooms with enough hormones to fuel an MTV special. Bartenders give all patrons the same gruff, straightforward service. – – The Draw – Thanks to the smoking ban, the BHP isn't nearly as filthy as it used to be, but it's still a dump. Sticky floors,…
05/25/08
best dive bar in Boston
by MattOBrien2 at Citysearch
I went to college in the area and lived at this bar. I have some of the best memories there. If you're a fan of dive bars, this is the place for you! the service is what you would expect from a dive, but the bartenders have charisma and character. great spot
- Pros: if you like dives, this is the place for you!
- Cons: none
03/02/08
The Best Dive Bar In Boston
by CamWalk1130 at Citysearch
The Beacon Hill Pub sure gets its fair share of negative reviews but the truth is, if you're young and looking for a good time without damaging your wallet, it's not the worst place in the world! Look at it this way: with beers no more than $5 and a Vodka-RedBull at $6.50 (with cheap vodka, with Grey Goose its $8.50!), the place is a steal. I've never had a bad pour (since they typically overpour anyway.) The crowd can vary: students like typical frat boys (from BU) to intellectuals (from Harvard and MIT), young professionals , and local residents. Video games in the back corner get pretty busy and try and avoid the back bar as much as you can (since thats where mostly everyone congregates). Music is played out of a jukebox and count on hearing "Don't Stop Believing" at least once. The staff aren't typically rude, the bouncers aren't pretentious and typically don't question customers unless absolutely necessary, bartenders do a good job getting drinks, just keep in mind it gets busy around 11:00 on weekends... or any day for that matter. Don't be surprised to catch several Under 21 year olds in there since bouncers don't really look at ID's. It's a dive bar and they're proud of it. Yes, they use plastic pints and cups, the floor can be sticky, and the bathrooms are highly questionable (Guys, there isn't a stall so hold your number two if you gotta go) but its one of the best dive bars in Boston and if you're looking for the snobby "Seen and Be Seen" place, the BHP isn't it. Its a true Boston bar with one goal in mind: gettin' drunk and having a story to tell later on. BHP you rock!
- Pros: Cheap alcohol, a varied crowd
- Cons: Questionable bathrooms
12/15/07
Best dive in town
by zissoutfloppenkee at Citysearch
So far, this has been my favorite place to unwind. I walked across the street from Clink to this place and it was like going from night to day. . . or the other way around. It's dark, doesn't smell awesome, and is filled with middle-20-somethings all looking to tie one on. They had pop-shot (which was broke and not keeping score) that our entire group huddled around playing for hours keeping our own score while drowning ourselves in bottled beers. Go in jeans, ripped shirts, backwards hats, whatever you want and don't concern yourself with getting bumped into or beer spilled on you. If you approach it with the right mind-set it's one of the more fun places to go get your drink on.
- Pros: Cheap drinks, unpretentious crowd
- Cons: broken video games, kinda smelly, a little crowded
The Details on Beacon Hill Pub
Save Time:
If you're lucky enough to grab a waitress, tip her well and save yourself the hassle of trips to the crowded bar.
Know Before You Go:
Make sure you bring cash: No other forms of payment are accepted.
Parking:
This being a hard-drinker's bar, most patrons wisely take public transportation to get here. Remember that the nearby red line stops running around 12:30am.
Where to Sit:
To avoid a constant stream of patrons entering and exiting for a smoke, set up camp in the back.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Sports Bars, Bars & Clubs, Neighborhood Bars, Singles Bars, Dive Bars
Bar & Club Special Features:
Minimum Age:
21
Smoking Permitted:
No
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