14 Hidden Speakeasies Around Boston

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 &amp; sultry vibes. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/underground-cocktail-bar-hecate-now-open-boston-376020">hecate</a> 📍Back Bay <img src="https://i.imgur.com/rKEmtV3.jpeg"> An intimate cocktail lounge named for the Greek goddess of witchcraft, Hecate pushes boundaries with unusual ingredients, unique flavors &amp; secretive spirits. Hecate lives below the beloved Krasi, a delicious Greek restaurant &amp; 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] <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/89-charles-subterranean-cocktail-bar-speakeasy-beacon-hill-boston-boston-1034864">89 Charles</a> 📍Beacon Hill <img src="https://i.imgur.com/qdBRV5x.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/yvonne-s-modern-supper-club-in-downtown-boston-boston-436196">Yvonne’s</a> 📍Downtown Crossing <img src="https://i.imgur.com/aamYcDr.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/blind-duck-speakeasy-at-the-raffles-hotel-boston-456192">The Blind Duck</a> 📍Back Bay <img src="https://i.imgur.com/MJVR4nY.jpeg"> 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] <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/the-wig-shop-boston-396322">The Wig Shop</a> 📍Downtown Crossing <img src="https://i.imgur.com/rPLo0FO.jpeg"> 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] <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/brick-mortar-hidden-cocktail-bar-in-central-square-cambridge-cambridge-1034939">Brick &amp; Mortar</a> 📍Central Square <img src="https://i.imgur.com/bMBmBxh.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/bar-pallino-natural-wine-bar-speakeasy-boston-398378">Bar Pallino</a> 📍Back Bay <img src="https://i.imgur.com/Yl7y3ee.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/backbar-speakeasy-cocktail-bar-in-union-square-somerville-402584">backbar</a> 📍Union Square <img src="https://i.imgur.com/GQzTd8v.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/next-door-speakeasy-rawbar-boston-374725">Next Door</a> 📍East Boston <img src="https://i.imgur.com/MzCXR9l.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/barlette-a-charming-byob-bar-coolidge-corner-brookline-412578">Barlette</a> 📍Coolidge Corner <img src="https://i.imgur.com/vnwDh6w.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/offsuit-valentine-s-day-boston-445939">Offsuit</a>&nbsp; 📍Leather District&nbsp; <img src="https://i.imgur.com/ixgj9AV.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/bully-boy-distillers-boston-456190">Bully Boy Distillers</a> 📍Roxbury <img src="https://i.imgur.com/TzYRNTd.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/borrachito-taqueria-spirits-seaport-boston-411910">Borrachito Taqueria &amp; Spirits</a> 📍Seaport <img src="https://i.imgur.com/2XlOMLq.jpeg"> 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. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/loyall-counting-room-cocktail-bar-speakeasy-at-intercontinental-boston-boston-1009077">Loyall Counting Room</a> 📍Seaport <img src="https://i.imgur.com/ww40EKd.jpeg"> 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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