Bukowski's Tavern

(617) 437-9999

50 Dalton St
Boston, MA 02115 42.3463 -71.085

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Neighborhoods: Fenway/Kenmore, Fenway

Bukowski's Tavern

Bukowski's

What People Are Saying About Bukowski's Tavern

The Editor

Eric Grossman

Citysearch

The Scene – In a city full of Irish pubs and characterless pickup spots, locals cherish colorful, eclectic spots like this one. Upon entering the narrow bar, it's easy to see why. Visitors squeeze through a diverse crowd (usually seen nodding along to a unique soundtrack) to reach the bar, which serves one of the area's lengthiest beer menus. The atmosphere is completed by prints and murals of counterculture literary types (Charles Bukowski, Gertrude Stein and Anais Nin), as well as funny, friendly bartenders. – – The Draw – The majority of patrons come here to choose…

3 Star Rating: Average

07/27/09

better have lots of cash, barfly

by FMuler at Citysearch

when i feel like a bigshot and wanna reward myself, i try one of each and swim home

  • Pros: good beer choices, crappy food
  • Cons: expensive
3 Star Rating: Average

05/09/09

Decent Bar

by ElBombero at Citysearch

I went here on the strength of its reputation as a good dive bar. The bartender was friendly, and pretty quick with service. The burger I had was cooked perfectly. The reason I gave three stars...is that while it was a pleasant overall experience...it wasn't what the hype of the other reviews would have you think. It's not outrageously priced...but too expensive to be considered a dive. Food's good...beer selection is good, service is good......but I just didn't see what was memorable about the place.

  • Pros: Beer Selection
  • Cons: too pricey to be considered a true "dive"
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/31/08

Great food, specials, and a Ridiculous Beer Selection!

by harmonyb at Citysearch

This is a tiny, dark, wonderful pub... great for the beer snob. Happy hours offer buck burgers - and they're delicious!

  • Pros: great food, expansive beer selection, food specials
  • Cons: limited seating, cash only

The Details on Bukowski's Tavern

The Extras:

Can't decide among the dozens of beer offered? Bartenders are all too happy to spin the colorful "Wheel of Indecision" to help you make a selection.

Know Before You Go:

The bar doesn't have a full liquor license (beer and wine only).

Save Money:

Cash-strapped students, take note: weekdays from noon to 8pm, plain burgers and hot dogs are $1.69 each (add a buck for cheese or fries).

Save Time:

The bar's cash only--there's an ATM within easy walking distance just down the block.

Category:

Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Brew Pubs, Dive Bars

Bar & Pub Special Features:

Notable Beer List, Happy Hour, Bar Menu

Bar & Club Special Features:

After Work, Beer & Wine Only, 21 & Over

Minimum Age:

21

Smoking Permitted:

No

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