Upscale comfort fare combines with a lively bar scene to yield one of Brookline's most popular restaurants.
(617) 963-0503
714 Washington St
(Beacon Street)
Brookline,
MA
02446
42.3391
-71.1352
Neighborhood: Aspinwall Hill
Last updated 4.16.09
What People Are Saying About Washington Square Tavern
The Owner
Washington Square Tavern
Owner
The Washington Square Tavern is where the key to happiness is just an order away. T.W.S.T. has grown to be a foodies' favorite and a late-nite hoppin' hangout. Come to the Tavern and discover very affordable gems on our excellent wine list or quench your thirst with one of many T.W.S.T.ed cocktails. So come join us before that game or night on the town at The Washington Square Tavern where the service is friendly, the atmosphere is pleasantly laid-back and the food is second-to-none in freshness and preparation. Come see what you might be missing out on at Brookline's home away from…
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
The Scene – Facing the square after which it's named, this beloved neighborhood bistro is a magnet for in-the-know foodies and area 30-somethings. With communal tables, dark woods and tall bookshelves, the restaurant yields a mildly Irish vibe. With no separation between the bar and dining areas, the room can get quite noisy. An impressive drink selection includes inventive house concoctions (pear martinis) and a well-chosen wine list. Harried waiters do their best to keep everyone happy. – – The Food – Loyal customers keep returning for the kitchen's modern comfort…
05/29/09
Great place for everything
by CSMobileUser
This is one of my favorite places for both food and drink. You cant go wrong at the WST
08/07/08
Best Place in Boston for a Drink
by Linebrook
Some background: I'm from Europe, and I've lived in Boston for two years. My observation: Even though people around here vote Democrat, their lifestyles can be very conservative or uptight---good citizen types. Then, you have college students, and a smaller number of "hipsters" (who you could mistake for being artsy or trendy, but don't be fooled). On top of that Boston is not as cosmopolitan as someone on the outside might imagine. The city is about careers, business, research, and universities---that's about it. It can be fairly segregated by these "types", and it becomes hard to find a good pub or bar that stands away from all of that.
Enter Washington Square Tavern: My favorite bar/pub in the Boston metro. Food is excellent, beers are excellent, atmosphere is great. It's the sort of bar where you can drink merrily and chat with the people next to you, or you can read and enjoy the surroundings, at least early on in the evening. Service is hospitable, warm, and friendly. I live locally and come here all the time.The pub
Re. the bad service--I've seen it on occasion, and it's fair. It is not bad service, it is about being firm with people. The pub is in an upscale part of town called Brookline. You get staid business people on occasion who are put-off by the forwardness of the bar staff and then treat them like servants. Or, you get fresh-out-of-college New England types, who are young people dressed up like my grandparents at their 25th wedding anniversary in 1958 (pearls and everything). They sip beer as though they were 'sinning', sit around cluelessly, and again can be rude to the staff. If you don't live in New England, and if none of this makes sense to you, then don't worry----you'll have a good time!
- Pros: Service, Friendliness, Food, Beer, Wine and other Spirits
- Cons: No outdoor seating
12/07/07
Hidden gem
by thebarefootconsumer
Washington Square Tavern is a complete hidden gem! The food is consistently fabulous. The menu is changed every two months or so but always has a little something for everyone. The bartenders are unbelievably entertaining and cute (who doesn't love an Irish brogue?!) and the restaurant embodies quaint, busy, home style and gourmet all at once.
I have eaten here over 20 times and have never had a bad experience. Get there early on weekends though as the dinner crowd is steady and the bar going crowd beings piling in around 10.
- Pros: hot bartenders, great ambiance, fabulous food
- Cons: no dessert
The Details on Washington Square Tavern
The Extras:
Those craving a sweet finish can cross the street to Athan's, an excellent bakery that serves cake and coffee.
Save Money:
Budget-minded diners skip pricier entrees in favor of fresh crab cake sandwiches and blue-cheeseburgers.
When to Go:
Reservations aren't accepted--on weekends, arrive early or expect to wait.
Know Before You Go:
No takeout food.
Category:
Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Taverns
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Late Night Dining, Brunch, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
Message from Washington Square Tavern
- Reserve wine list
- Brunch (except during summer)
- Warm environment
The Washington Square Tavern is where the key to happiness is just an order away.
T.W.S.T. has grown to be a foodies' favorite and a late-nite hoppin' hangout. Come to the Tavern and discover very affordable gems on our excellent wine list or quench your thirst with one of many T.W.S.T.ed cocktails.
So come join us before that game or night on the town at The Washington Square Tavern where the service is friendly, the atmosphere is pleasantly laid-back and the food is second-to-none in freshness and preparation.
Come see what you might be missing out on at Brookline's home away from home.
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