The Lower Depths

(617) 266-6662

476 Commonwealth Ave (Kenmore Street)
Boston, MA 02115 42.3488 -71.0943

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Neighborhoods: Fenway/Kenmore, Kenmore

Hours:

Daily 11:30am-1am

Parking:

Street

The Lower Depths

The Lower Depths

What People Are Saying About The Lower Depths

The Editor

Eric Grossman

Citysearch

In Short – A pleasant alternative to Kenmore Square's sporty nightlife options, the Lower Depths serves as a relaxed spot for enjoying rare microbrews and souped-up bar food. The sleek environs and eclectic tunes provide a bit of an edge, and friendly servers do their best to describe the rarer of the 16 brews on tap (dozens more are available by the bottle, including 40s of Colt 45). Hardly anything on the menu tops $10, and inviting items include crab and rock shrimp crostadas, jerked fish tacos, and a flat iron steak sandwich.

1 Star Rating: Poor

09/03/09

Worst service ever

by msboston09 at Citysearch

Where to start...the servers were incredibly rude and ignorant...there's a reason why they only take cash at this bar and I would not trust these people with my credit info if my life depended on it...their beer list is completely unexciting...and seriously...hot dogs? if this is all this place has got to offer, eat hot dogs at home. I will never, ever go back to this bar.

  • Pros: none
  • Cons: poor service, unappealing beer list, greasy food
1 Star Rating: Poor

09/03/09

SKETCHY bar

by fenres2009 at Citysearch

this is the worst bar I've ever been to and will NEVER go back. the waiters there are sketchy as hell and charged our party twice for drinks and were rude and sketchy when asked about it. if they were rational, intelligent people, the matter could have been resolved...but they are totally sketchy and i would never, ever go back there. their draft list blows...there was nothing on it worth ordering and their bottled beer selection was even worse...

  • Pros: none
  • Cons: poor beer list, bad waitstaff, greasy food
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/15/08

My favorite bar in Boston

by Pema007 at Citysearch

Not only do I come here at least once a week, I've made bar-friends. The regulars all know each other. They are interesting, but the most you can say about this place is that it is absolutely perfect. You will not find Coors Light here, which thankfully, drives away "that" kind of crowd. GREAT beer, poured in the correct glass, served at the correct temperature, paired with delicious, down-to-earth food, served by friendly, smart, down-to-earth people. It's clean, the bathrooms are clean, the patio is great in the warm weather. I love Bukowski's, the sister bar to this one, but this is so much cleaner and fresher, and just delightful. I've finally found my "cheers." I highly recommend it, but don't come in asking for Apple-tinis, or for a Guinness - they don't serve that here! Just tell the bartender what type or style of beer you like, and you will begin to learn so much more you've been missing out on. I hesitate to write a good review because I don't want this place getting any more crowded. (I used to love the Delihaus - way back in the day, and those who remember know of its greatness, but the Tap room ... just perfection in a neighborhood bar.)

  • Pros: Beer selection, location, service, food, cleanliness
  • Cons: gets crowded before and after games, on Friday nights...

The Details on The Lower Depths

Where to Sit:

When the weather allows, patrons fill the tiny, sunken sidewalk patio.

Save Money:

Fenway Franks are $1 at all times.

Know Before You Go:

Like its sister operations (the Bukowski Taverns), the Lower Depths accepts cash only.

When to Go:

The kitchen is open until 12:30am nightly.

Category:

Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs

Payment Methods:

Cash

Bar & Pub Special Features:

Bar Menu

Bar & Club Special Features:

Late-Night Scene, After Work

Smoking Permitted:

No

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