Best Live Music Restaurants in South Boston

74 restaurants available nearby

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1. Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar - South Boston

4.7

Exceptional(379)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • South Boston

Booked 44 times today

LOCO TAQUERIA & OYSTER BAR is a funky neighborhood joint located on West Broadway in South Boston that specializes in tacos, raw bar, and tequila.

2. Beehive

4.6

Exceptional(7138)

Price: Expensive

• American • South End

Booked 85 times today

The Beehive is an underground Bohemian eatery and bar featuring fabulous cuisine, libations, artwork and world class live music. Nestled below the Boston Center for the Art’s historic Cyclorama in Boston’s South End, we are conveniently located to local theaters, the Calderwood Pavilion as well as Boston's Theater district. The Beehive serves the eclectic fare of Chef Ryan Skeen - rustic comfort food infused with American and Mediterranean influences. Join us for dinner, weekend brunch, patio dining, great cocktails at our bars and next level live music. If you like the Beehive you'll love our sister restaurant Cosmica Mexican Food & Bar for elevated Mexican cuisine and cocktails located two blocks away.

3. The Bebop

4.5

Awesome(336)

Price: Moderate

• American • Back Bay

Booked 11 times today

From the owners of The Burren, one of the most unique and thriving music venues in the Boston area comes The Bebop. Situated at the intersection of Boylston and Mass Ave, next to the beating heart of music that is Berklee, The Bebop is primed to be a premier destination for musicians and fans alike. Whether you are going to a show at the Berklee Performance Center, Symphony Hall or a game in Fenway Park, The Bebop is a great place to start and finish the night. Enjoy our Guinness Lamb Stew or vegetarian Shepherd's Pie while listening to our live nightly entertainment. Offering a full dinner and lunch menu from 11am-11pm daily, a brunch menu on weekends from 9am-3pm, and speciality cocktails, beer, and wine until 1 am every night of the week.

4. Shore Leave

4.7

Exceptional(228)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • South End

Booked 23 times today

Shore Leave is our interpretation of a tropical escape through the lens of our love for Boston’s rich dining scene. Named after a sailor’s leisure time on dry land, Shore Leave’s tropical cocktails take you away from the hustle and bustle. This space, music, and most importantly, our Shore Leave team, make every moment here feel like watching the sun go down with your feet in the sand. Off the main drag, just below the street in Boston’s South End, Shore Leave brings you along on an everyday vacation. Options are available for regular dining or the OMAKASE at SHORE LEAVE EXPERIENCE. We do not take reservations for "just drinks", so cancellation fees will apply. Just drinks-walk in for bar seats! We ID at the door. Underage guests are permitted but not permitted at the bar. Stop by for live entertainment! Shore Leave hosts The People's Karaoke most Fridays beginning at 10pm and surf rock band The Electric Heaters Thursdays beginning at 8pm. Entertainment varies so call for details!

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5. Eddie V's - Boston

4.8

Exceptional(1276)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Back Bay

Booked 54 times today

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

6. Hunter's

4.6

Exceptional(278)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • South Boston

Booked 47 times today

Bringing Southern comfort food to the heart of South Boston, Hunter's Kitchen + Bar is brought to you by the same team as neighborhood staples Lincoln & Capo. Executive Chef Lambert Givens serves up southern-inspired classics like his signature gumbo, chicken & waffles, and smoked meats. Behind the bar, Hunter's has a wide range of beers, whiskeys, and craft cocktails.**Please note: Patio tables are on a first come first serve basis and by request only. Please note your reservation if you would prefer to sit outside and we will do our best to accommodate**Hunter's has live music Sunday - Thursday beginning at 9 PM, and Friday at 5pm, Saturday at 3pm, and Sunday at 2pm.

7. Grill 23 & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(8752)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Back Bay

Booked 136 times today

Brandt family beef, New England seafood, seasonal produce, decadent desserts, a world-class wine list, outstanding service and warm hospitality. A truly American experience. Boston’s top steak and seafood grill for more than 30 years. Consistently named Boston's Best Steakhouse by The Improper Bostonian Magazine and Boston Magazine. A 2000+ bottle wine list that encompasses wines from around the world and is the only Boston recipient of Wine Spectator’s Grand Award.

8. Dona Habana

4.6

Exceptional(1411)

Price: Moderate

• Cuban • South End

Booked 16 times today

Doña Habana is a tropical paradise in Boston! From the moment you step inside Dona Habana you feel as if you've been transported to the Old Havana, Cuba. Beautiful murals, Latin music, delicious food, and the best mojitos and nightlife in Boston are waiting for you!Lunch - Dinner - Cocktails - Lounge - Catering - Private Events - Private Room

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9. Terra - Eataly Boston

4.3

Awesome(3784)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Back Bay

Booked 144 times today

Located on the third floor of Eataly Boston, Terra is a unique restaurant inspired by earth and fire. The dining room centers around a wood-burning Italian grill, where the Terra culinary team cooks raw ingredients over burning flames, allowing the simple flavors to shine.In every earthy dish, the fire’s smoked warmth rekindles our fundamental connection to the elements. Plentiful and playful, the grilled plates are perfect to share around the restaurant's rustic tables, especially when paired with seasonal drinks.

10. The Playwright

4.8

Exceptional(167)

Price: Expensive

• American • South Boston

Booked 30 times today

From the minds behind the original Playwright Bar and situated on its familiar grounds, emerges the reimagined Playwright of 2024, epitomizing the ever-changing South Boston scene.Step into a new era as The Playwright undergoes a transformation, embracing the spirit of a classic pub while infusing it with contemporary flair. We seamlessly blend the charm of traditional hospitality with the sophistication of upscale comfort cuisine. Immerse yourself in our live music scene every Wednesday through Sunday. Experience emerging artists on Wednesdays, a cover band on Thursdays, DJs on Fridays and Saturdays, and unwind with country music on Sundays.Join us as we raise our glasses to the next chapter of The Playwright.

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Robert
South Carolina •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Music from the bar is too loud in main dining area
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Eddie V's - BostonPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Back Bay
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4.8
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Aubrey
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
We were early for our reservation and offered to sit at the bar until our table was ready. They forgot about us and ended up seating us at the same empty table that was empty when we arrived. Food was good, music and ambiance were lovely.
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BeehivePrice: Expensive• American• South End
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4.6
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WalidVIP
Greater Boston •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
Everything was great! The dandan noodles and crab wrangons are something I'd come back for! The place is also super festive and decorated. Amazing service too.
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Shore LeavePrice: Expensive• Sushi• South End
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4.7
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sue
Greater Boston •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 Dec 2024
Our waiter Liam was terrific. The entire service he provided was great. The food was very good and prices were excellent. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
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The BebopPrice: Moderate• American• Back Bay
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4.5
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Jason
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 Dec 2024
The food was really awesome and our server was awesome. Music was fantastic
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Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar - South BostonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• South Boston
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4.7

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74 restaurants available nearby

1. Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar - South Boston

2. Beehive

3. The Bebop

4. Shore Leave

5. Eddie V's - Boston

6. Hunter's

7. Grill 23 & Bar

8. Dona Habana

9. Terra - Eataly Boston

10. The Playwright

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