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The Bowery Bar, Dorchester, MA

The Bowery Bar

4.7
4.7
979 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
Located in historic Lower Mills in Dorchester, The Bowery Bar is a neighborhood tavern focusing creative modern comfort food, a whimsical cocktail program, and local craft beer offerings. We are committed to our guests’ experience and being an integral part of our local community. Our indoor dining space and bar is cozy and warm; the vintage décors hand-picked to encapsulate a space that makes you feel transported to simpler days. In the warmer months, come experience our spacious outdoor patio with an outdoor bar and lounge area for mingling, appetizers & cocktails. In the cooler months, watch our beautiful patio transform into a Winter Wonderland with our unique Yurts available to be booked for small private gatherings and group reservations.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri 11:30 am–2:00 am Sat 10:00 am–2:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (617) 698-2261
  • Website
    http://www.bowery-bar.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    2261 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124
  • Area
    Dorchester
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • FRIDAY & SATURDAY • DINNER • YURT ($200 MINIMUM)

    USD 50.00 per party

    Prepaid

    1 Nov 2024 - 6 Apr 2025
    • $50 DEPOSIT PER YURT. • 2 HOUR MAXIMUM PER BOOKING. • EACH YURT CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO 8 GUESTS. • THE RESERVATION REQUIRES A $200 FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM SPEND ON DINE-IN FOOD & BEVERAGES. • DEPOSIT PAID WILL BE APPLIED TOWARD FINAL BILL. • PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY IF YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR RESERVATION. • WE ALLOW A 48-HOUR WINDOW FOR CANCELLATIONS. ALL REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO 6.5% CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEE. • EXCLUDES TAX AND GRATUITY.
    FRIDAY & SATURDAY • DINNER • YURT ($200 MINIMUM) photo

  • SATURDAY & SUNDAY • BRUNCH • YURT ($200 MINIMUM)

    USD 50.00 per party

    Prepaid

    2 Nov 2024 - 6 Apr 2025
    • $50 DEPOSIT PER YURT. • 2 HOUR MAXIMUM PER BOOKING. • EACH YURT CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO 8 GUESTS. • THE RESERVATION REQUIRES A $200 FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM SPEND ON DINE-IN FOOD & BEVERAGES. • DEPOSIT PAID WILL BE APPLIED TOWARD FINAL BILL. • PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY IF YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR RESERVATION. • WE ALLOW A 48-HOUR WINDOW FOR CANCELLATIONS. ALL REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO 6.5% CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEE. • EXCLUDES TAX AND GRATUITY.
    SATURDAY & SUNDAY • BRUNCH • YURT ($200 MINIMUM) photo

  • SUNDAY - THURSDAY • DINNER • YURT ($150 MINIMUM)

    USD 50.00 per party

    Prepaid

    3 Nov 2024 - 6 Apr 2025
    • $50 DEPOSIT PER YURT. • 2 HOUR MAXIMUM PER BOOKING. • EACH YURT CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO 8 GUESTS. • THE RESERVATION REQUIRES A $150 FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM SPEND ON DINE-IN FOOD & BEVERAGES. • DEPOSIT PAID WILL BE APPLIED TOWARD FINAL BILL. • PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY IF YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR RESERVATION. • WE ALLOW A 48-HOUR WINDOW FOR CANCELLATIONS. ALL REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO 6.5% CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEE. • EXCLUDES TAX AND GRATUITY.
    SUNDAY - THURSDAY • DINNER • YURT ($150 MINIMUM) photo

Menu

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What 979 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Bowery Bar offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing outdoor patio" and friendly service. Known for its inventive cocktails and diverse gluten-free options, it's perfect for brunch or dinner. The lively atmosphere makes it a "Dorchester hidden gem," ideal for families and gatherings.

979 Reviews

  1. Emma

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great for the most part, but we found two hairs in one of our appetizers after we had eaten the majority of the plate. We weren’t offered the option to have the appetizer taken off of our bill, and they instead brought us another plate. This would have been fine had we not already nearly finished the original, as nobody really wanted more at that point. This is not the first time I have found hair in my food at this restaurant. Additionally, the server cleared the table at the end of our lunch before everyone was done with their food. As a result, someone was not able to finish their food. Other than these things, the food and drinks were delicious and the restaurant was beautifully decorated for Christmas!

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  2. Douglas

    Orlando

    22 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    This place is highly rated, so perhaps they’ve had some turnover or they were short staffed, but it was a gigantic disappointment. Food was mediocre at best. Wings were chewy and tasted like a dirty grill. Bacon on the sandwich was fried, which is the hallmark of a lazy kitchen staff. Even the table next to us commented that their food (potatoes) tasted like an old fryer oil. Service was kind but ineffective. Drinks went dry twice, never came back to ask how the food was, and our entrees came 5 minutes (I don’t know how this is possible unless they’re par cooking things) after we ordered, well before we were even half way finished with our appetizers. Maybe it was an off day, but I would strongly advise against Bowery.

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  3. Ashley-Kate

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lydia was amazing, the whole experience was wonderful, food incredible and the yurt is so fun!

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  4. KarenL

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yurt was awesome, thank you for continuing to open them!

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  5. Kerry

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely brunch! Food was amazing! We had great service as well.

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  6. noreen

    Naples

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Sandwiches were good, service excellent, but music so loud it was difficult to have a conversation. We will continue to have dinner here on occasion.

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  7. Adam

    Greater Boston

    30 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 3 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Both dishes we ordered had issues. The eggplant dish had little to sauce on it and the grilled cheese/tomato soup dish was obscenely over spiced. Almost every time we come here, our experience is just average to poor for the food while the service is always excellent.  It’s just mediocre pub food, which we get lured into going to again when they update the menu and the food is still mediocre.

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  8. David

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First I would like to say my wife and I knew about this location when it was known as another eatery. We rediscovered it shortly after the Bowery Bar opened. If haven’t been, I would recommend make a visit. Bowery Bar has a really nice, clean atmosphere. The drinks are great and the menu is interesting with plenty to choose from without being overwhelming. The staff if friendly and can help to make suggestions. From the outside you wouldn’t know it but I think the best part of this restaurant is the outdoor patio that makes you feel like you’re sitting in an outdoor oasis. In the winter they set up plastic bubble igloos so you can sit outside if you want.

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  9. Ian

    New York City

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and experience as always. I had the truffle burger and tater tots, and both were incredible.

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  10. Lavigne

    E. Tennessee

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service! Food was quick and absolutely delicious with awesome seasonings.

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FAQs

The Bowery Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 698-2261.

The Bowery Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 979 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Bowery Bar

2261 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124

Additional information

  • Area
    Dorchester
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri 11:30 am–2:00 am Sat 10:00 am–2:00 am Sun 10:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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