Boston
Take an hour-long tour ($5) to see how the beer is made and to sample some of the goods. Or just take a seat at the bar in the beer hall and watch the…
Boston
Take an hour-long tour ($5) to see how the beer is made and to sample some of the goods. Or just take a seat at the bar in the beer hall and watch the…
Cape Cod
At this lo-fi cafe, you can buy global beans by the pound or a toasted bagel to accompany your quality espresso, cappuccino or latte. It's a welcoming…
Rhode Island
Jamestown's most popular bar (due to a veritable lack of competition) also tries its hand at upscale Modern American food. Our tip, drink here and dine…
South Shore
No food, just friendly folks, inviting atmosphere and perfectly poured Guinness. You might catch some live music, but the good craic is guaranteed.
Burlington
A popular UVM student hangout with pool tables, oodles of TVs, regular DJ nights, occasional live music and dirt-cheap Thursday drink specials.
Providence
Not as rough as the name implies, the stable caters to a classier, older crowd, with an intimate outdoor patio and an excellent cocktail list.
Rhode Island
Poor People's Pub with its barbecue, beer and bands is a hit with everyone, not just the handful of visitors who actually have a budget!
New Hampshire
The Kapitol Kolsch is a standout at this small-batch craft brewery, where you can play Connect 4 or Jenga while sampling a flight.
Portland
The lounge area at this swank, off-the-beaten-track restaurant is a good spot for 25-year-old scotch or fancy gin cocktails.
Massachusetts
Depending on the night, this gay lounge runs the gamut from casual neighborhood karaoke bar to bass-thumping dance club.
Newport
This rustic waterfront tavern frequently features live music and serves seafood (including a raw bar) and comfort food.
Martha's Vineyard
The upstairs deck at this harborside seafood restaurant is the place in town for drinks with a view.
Vermont
Combines an indoor game-room-bar with live music, burgers, a good beer selection and an outdoor deck.
Martha's Vineyard
Not far from Oak Bluffs' main drag is this all in one new-American bistro, hipster bar and family-friendly bowling alley. It's important to note that this…
Portland
The folks at this painfully hip spot are really into their cocktails – and mocktails. Seasonal cocktails might run the gamut from apple brandy, orange and…
Boston
Boasting all sports, all the time, the Four's makes a great place to appreciate Boston’s near-fanatical obsession with sporting events. The large two…
Boston
West End Johnnies is a grown-up sports bar, with black leather furniture and retro sports paraphernalia adorning the walls. On weekend nights, it's also a…
South End & Chinatown
Whisky Saigon is among the hottest dance spots in Boston at the time of writing, and with good reason. Who can resist bubbles and laser lights on the…
Boston
Boston Beer Works is a solid option for beer-lovers and sports-lovers (conveniently located near the city's major sporting venues). The excellent…
Boston
With Irish bands playing traditional tunes on Monday and Thursday, and a decent list of appropriate beers, Mr Dooley's is one of the most welcoming joints…
South End & Chinatown
Enter beneath the masks of Comedy and Tragedy into the dimly lit interior, where show posters adorn the brick walls. This tiny, theatrically themed tavern…
Boston
If dive bars are your thing, you'll be happy here. In fact, Biddy's is sometimes called the 'best' dive bar in Boston (a town that has no shortage of them…
Portland
Gritty is an apt description for this party-happy Old Port pub, which dates from 1988 – making it Maine's pioneering brewpub. You'll find a generally…
Connecticut
This converted barn-brewery has a down-home vibe, and the Coffee Milk Stout tastes damn fine, too. They fill growlers and sell cans and bottles of about a…
Martha's Vineyard
Steeped in history, this snug brick-and-timber pub is part of the Kelley House, built in 1742. With a fire roaring, it's the perfect place to sample some…
Boston
Keep alert or you'll miss the hidden entrance into this subterranean space, home to a delightful lounge that looks straight out of 1959. Enjoy well-priced…
Cape Cod
Overlooking Falmouth Harbor, the Boathouse is the place to hit the dance floor around here; it packs with the partying 20-something crowd Thursday through…
Boston
Half the fun is trying to find this secret spot, tucked down a pedestrian lane between Washington St and Court Sq, with no sign on the door. This place is…
Portland
Get yourself into the tasting room of this hardworking little brewery and go gaga on imperial brown ale mixed with maple syrup, or traditional Belgian…
Boston
Black-and-white photos and retro advertising posters create a nostalgic atmosphere at this basement pub and grill. The old-fashioned comfort food is…
Boston
The Good Life means a lot of things to a lot of people – solid lunch option, after-work hangout, trivia-night place etc. But the top reason to come here…
Portland
Tucked away off the Lower Exchange Street alley, this European-style beer garden attracts a mixed-age crowd, who sit at communal tables quaffing drinks…
Midcoast Maine
A hoppy IPA or a thick stout does wonders when it comes to warding off the chill winds blowing in from the Rockland docks. Enjoy those beers in the…
Portland
There are a lot of forgettable bars in the Old Port, but Rosie's, with its neighborhood vibe, wood floors and local clientele, stands out by not super…
Boston
An informal crowd of thick-accented guys from the ’hood sit at glass-topped tables and drink espresso and Campari. This is a great place to watch a…
Midcoast Maine
Sea Dog is best known for its wild blueberry wheat ale, but its selection of brews runs pretty deep, from brown ales to thick porters. This brewery-bar is…
Portland
Call ahead to reserve a place on a tour of Maine's pioneering microbrewery, which kick-started the trend back in 1986. It specializes in classic British…
Massachusetts
Part of the Boston Beer Works family, this microbrewery serves 10 brews on tap, as well as a full menu of pub grub, sandwiches and more. The Blue 92 …
Burlington
Founded in 1988 by microbrewing pioneer Greg Noonan, this large pub still produces its specialty and seasonal brews on the premises, including weekly…