14 Hidden Speakeasies Around Boston
When:
Thursday, Jan 01, 2026 12:00a -
Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 12:00p
Thursday, Jan 01, 2026 12:00a -
Thursday, Dec 31, 2026 12:00p
Where:
Boston
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA 02116
Admission:
$varies
Categories:
Date Idea, Drinks, Nightlife, Photoworthy
Event website:
https://joyraft.com/
Take your weekend underground with these trendy speakeasies around the city. From Back Bay to Eastie, we’ve collected the best (somewhat) secret bars serving up handcrafted cocktails & sultry vibes.
📍Back Bay
An intimate cocktail lounge named for the Greek goddess of witchcraft, Hecate pushes boundaries with unusual ingredients, unique flavors & secretive spirits. Hecate lives below the beloved Krasi, a delicious Greek restaurant & wine bar.
#Protip: If the line at Hecate is long, take it as a sign to wait upstairs with a funky glass of Greek vino. [Photo by Adam Detour]
📍Beacon Hill
A subterranean speakeasy-style cocktail bar inspired by art deco, Gatsby, and old Hollywood, with a cozy, intimate setting that feels like stepping into another era. Expect expertly crafted cocktails, low lighting, and a polished but welcoming vibe perfect for settling in and staying awhile.
📍Downtown Crossing
A redefined yet playful supper club in a handsome hideaway known for its swanky vibes, electric atmosphere, and pristine cocktails. Access "The Gallery" downstairs at Yvonne's by pulling out the right book in the library to unveil a hidden doorway.
📍Back Bay
A swanky, hidden cocktail bar perched high above the city inside Raffles Hotel, where getting in is part of the experience. Head up to the 17th floor, find the tucked-away entrance, and you’ll land in a sleek, two-story space with floor-to-ceiling views and a seasonal, destination-inspired cocktail menu to match. [Photo by Brandon Barré Photography]
📍Downtown Crossing
This cocktail lounge pays homage to its predecessor, a wig shop on Temple Street. Here you can enjoy upscale retro cocktails, but don’t sleep on the Champagne list, which was curated by the bar's wine director and sommelier. [Photo by Brian Samuels Photography]
📍Central Square
Located off the Central Square stop and tucked away upstairs behind an unmarked door, this dimly lit cocktail bar leans into its hidden, late-night energy with a menu of inventive drinks and a space that always feels a little like a party. Think industrial brick, moody lighting, and creative cocktails with names as bold as the flavors.
📍Back Bay
A cozy wine bar tucked below Faccia a Faccia, inspired by the new wave of Parisian spots like Septime La Cave, with a deep, thoughtfully curated list. Expect organic, natural, and biodynamic wines alongside small-batch amaros, vermouths, and mezcals, all in an intimate, low-key setting perfect for lingering.
📍Union Square
An intimate 39-seat cocktail bar hidden behind an orange door in an alley between The Independent and Bronwyn, known for its creative, ever-changing menu and laid-back, neighborhood feel.
📍East Boston
A hidden neighborhood bar serving up innovative cocktails and raw bar favorites in a creative dining ambiance. Don't forget the secret question before you enter.
📍Coolidge Corner
A tiny, intimate cocktail bar serving beautifully crafted drinks with seasonal ingredients and classic technique. You’ll need to ring a doorbell to get in, then settle into a cozy nook or bar seat with a cocktail and a snack and let the night linger. Walk-ins only.
📍Leather District
An intimate speakeasy tucked behind an alley entrance, serving creative cocktails and shared plates in a small, dimly lit space. When you find the door, call, don’t knock.
📍Roxbury
A distillery cocktail bar serving seasonal drinks made with fresh juices, house-made tinctures, and their own spirits, with a rotating menu that keeps things interesting. Wander through to find a barrel room, pinball parlor, and lounge, or grab a drink outside (on nice days) in their tucked-away alley with bistro-style charm.
📍Seaport
An authentic Mexican taqueria up front and a hidden cocktail bar in the back. Come for tacos, then slip through the freezer door into a speakeasy-style lounge for craft cocktails and late-night vibes.
📍Seaport
A hidden speakeasy tucked inside the InterContinental Boston, where getting in is half the experience. Start at Matria, grab the secret password, follow the clues, and you’ll unlock a clandestine cocktail den inspired by colonial-era rebellion, complete with bold, theatrical drinks and small bites in a moody, immersive setting.
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