My bf and I decided to try out NEW types of beer at Whiskey's and... boy were we wrong to do that! We probably ordered the worst kinds of beers there were on tap. At least we know now. We ordered one Killian's Irish Red-Woodchuck Cider, and one was a honey type of beer, which tasted awfully disgusting! We had to make ourselves chug down these beers! We got a spot at a table, and just chilled there, people watching in Boston. The place was definitely packed and had a lot of drunk middle-aged people getting kicked out. 2 Thumbs down for them not making jager bombs.
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Warren C.
Good sportsbar, lots of people to talk to. They've got a decent assortment of beers on tap, as well as acceptable mixed drinks. I didn't pay for any of the drinks here, so I can't tell you how pricey it is. Coincidentally, the lady sitting next to me during my flight out of Boston was here at the same time as I was. Too bad we missed each other here I guess.
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Jessica P.
I've been there 4 times. Services were ok. Food was pretty oily and I had to wait very long to get my orders even tho i got there early around noon on Sat. Hope to get improved about this
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Galen W.
Server told us to move because we bought drinks at the bar and not from her. Sorry we gave your bar any business. We're leaving.
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Julia R.
Came in about a month ago and was surprised to see how quickly this place is turning into a total dump. For starters, the servers and bartenders are absolutely awful. Took me 20 minutes to get one of the guy bartenders' attention because he was too busy watching tv and chatting with his buddies. Also, I'm pretty sure he was hammered drunk because he was slurring his words worse than anyone else at the bar and was sweating directly into the ice bin.. Gross. Maybe if this place hired their female staff based on actual hospitality experience, rather than how they look in tiny shorts and a Baby Gap t-shirt, it could potentially be a decent place to grab a drink and some food.. But until then, see ya never Whiskey's.
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Paul S.
I just happened to pop into WFS while walking around looking for something to eat. When I arrived, I saw that they had a lobster roll. So, I though that I'd give them a try. Let me say this,... WFS is really a drinking establishment. You get that feeling right from the moment you enter the restaurant. They have drink specials posted all over the place. So, I was concerned about the food. I did order the lobster roll, and it had a few pieces of lobster rolled into what I thought was imitation crab or tuna. It was okay, but not what I thought a lobster roll should be. All in all, the ambiance is set up for drinkers. If you're just looking to eat, you may be disappointed.
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Tyler W.
I will give this 2 stars because the guys at the door were nice, but don't go here if you have a large group and just want to get some drinks at the bar. We went in and went over to stand by the bar, thinking that we would just order from a bartender. At this point, a server comes over and is very in our face about ordering something. OK, not really into having a server when we are standing by the bar..especially when there are 5 of us. So we walk over to the other side of the bar, and another server is in our face again (neither of them super friendly). She comes up and asks if we want drinks and I basically tell her that we are going to need to split the check 5 ways. I then continued to say that it might be easier for us to just order at the bar (which is what we wanted to do all along since we are standing by the bar). Then she says "well this is my section so I would really prefer it if you order from me". Ok...fair enough I guess...I have had jobs as a server so I understand, but I still think it's dumb and ruins the chillness of standing at the bar having a drink (especially when she seemed slightly annoyed that she would have to split the checks that many ways..that was the whole point of us ordering from a bartender duh). There is a reason why we didn't sit at a table. I gotta say though, I think it is a pretty dumb policy to have server sections at a bar. Whatever though, there are plenty of other places around...
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Ryan W.
It was busy, went right after Boston Marathon tragedy. The food wasn't amazing but it was decent. Not sure if I would stop here again, but it was a nice pub/restaurant for Boston.
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Mimi A.
Been here a couple times, but the last time I was there really just made me never ever ever wanna go back. I will never spend a dime in the place so help me. I was there about 6 months ago, there was a huge bruins game going on, and I am a big bruins fan. There is about 25 different TVs in this place and they refused to put the game on. Everytime I asked someone they were like yep well put it on and they never did. So finally I just got annoyed by the awful service, I didn't even care about the game anymore I planned to go watch it elsewhere, but since I was so annoyed I asked to speak to the manager. She came over in a huff and was EXTREMELY rude to me before I even got to say anything. She said something along the lines of "I have more important things to worry about right now". Not exaggerating that's basically what she said to me, a paying customer. And I hadn't even opened my mouth yet, the person who told her I wanted to see her must've mentioned something about me wanting to watch the game. I was seriously dumb founded. Didn't even finish my drink. Got outta there as fast as I could, never went back. It's also really gross
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Travis M.
Went on a Friday night. Place was busy so we put on name on the list and was told a 30 minute wait or so. Two other groups that came in were seated before my group of just 2. Strike 1. Waitstaff took a long time to come get drink order and even longer to get food order. Food came out after 40 min. wait. Server came back once to give check. Overall service-poor. Strike 2. Food was tasty and well cooked. Overall I would recommend this place just as a bar to grab drinks. Service is well below par for Boylston Street/Coply Sq area. Just grab some drinks and move on to one of the other restaurants on the street for a good dinner.
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Rick M.
I love Whiskey's. Anytime that I am on Boylston or in Back Bay, I somehow end up here. On a weekend night, the bar is pretty saturated with college students. You have to squeeze past a crowd of people to get to the bathrooms, which are dingy. The reason we come here so much is for the $1 pizzas. You will never cease to be amazed that you just ordered 5 pizzas for $5. These aren't microwave pizzas, either. Their kitchen is open and they are schlepping out pretty damn good pizzas. Their drinks are not particularly cheap, but I won't argue when I'm paying $6 for a medium pizza and a bud light. Why does this place only get 3 stars? This place has college plastered all over it. I do at times feel a little old for the venue, and I'm only a couple years out of undergrad.
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Anya S.
Got tired of "Jews eat Chinese on xmas" and instead went here on Xmas day. It was pretty empty, mostly fellow Jews and a few other internationals who do not celebrate the Xmas Had chicken tenders while the man had a burger and some beers. He liked his burger and I was quite found of my chicken fingers, which were not overly breaded or too oily, instead they were quite good. I am not sure what this place is like on a regular day but Im giving it four stars on xmas.
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Parissa S.
This place disgusts me and I'd give them 0 stars if I could. The crowd is unpredictable and the staff are unfriendly. You're better off going to Pour House next door where the crowd is more fun, the staff are friendlier/more inviting, and there's a dance party downstairs.
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J J.
24yo F Came to Whiskey's on a Tuesday around 6p Specials: 20cent wings at the bar! Great deal! The wings tasted very good...buffalo and honey buff flavors. Large pieces. The honey buff was too sweet for my liking. No celery or carrots with the wings (slightly disappointed but Ive been spoiled). $3 bar bites 4p-7p for items such as mozz sticks, clam chowder, onion rings, fried dough and more. Menu: Great array of options (salads, sandwiches, burgers, ribs, etc) and pretty decent prices. Avg $7 Crowd: Looks like a mix of people who got off work in the Back Bay/Boston area. Some college students. Drinks: We just had Bud Light Drafts which were 4.50 or 4.75 (can't recall)...my bf thought it was overpriced for drafts, but I couldn't complain seeing the food was pretty much dirt cheap and oh so delicious! Overall: My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our experience. The crowd was a good mix of after work young professionals and college students towards the end of the night. The food we ordered was really good and cheap...I'll be going back to try some of the other menu items.
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Tony M.
Because I'm old and an admitted townie I feel like Whiskey's is that cousin everyone has that still hangs out at college parties even though he graduated (or dropped out) 3 years ago, changes jobs every year, and wears a tuxedo t-shirt or his nicest Hawaiian shirt to formal events. You want to get mad at him but he's still pretty fun to hang out with. You're just not sure you want to invite him into your fantasy league or loan him $20. When I was a young college kid Whiskey's was like Disneyland. The waitresses were all hot and scantily-dressed, they had cheap beer (at the time I think it was $2.00 Coor's Light or something), and they didn't know the meaning of the phrase "shut off". The place was mobbed almost every night with young people out to have the time of their life every night. It brought in the cool girls, who were still as hot as the club girls but actually preferred the bar scene and wanted to talk. I can only assume they toned it down since the '90's but, not unlike that tuxedo-t-shirt wearing cousin, Whiskey's might not know when to hang it up. Of course, Whiskey's also has the advantage of 800K new students a year coming into the city so to them it's probably the same wonderland it was to me. As I got older and realized I couldn't just chase women and drink for a living Whiskey's offered me solace in my enlightened years. Also $.10 wings. Solace and $.10 wings. And still pretty cheap beer but by then I could afford to move down the tap bank to the IPAs. But you realize that after work drinks with co-workers isn't the end of your social life, it's the beginning of a new chapter of trying to meet girls and eat $.10 wings at the same time. But don't lose track of time. Never lose track of time. Because inevitably your fun but suspect cousin with the tuxedo T-shirt will come barreling through that door to ask you to hide the photo he stole off the bathroom wall in your laptop bag (now where did I put that anyway?) and before you know it it's well past your bedtime and the girl you've been talking to for two hours is closer to your nephews age then to yours. So the moral of the story is: you already know Whiskey's. You grew up with him and you remember him trying to steal you uncles Playboys. It was fun back then, but he's still doing it even though he's quite old enough for his own subscription. For those out-of-towners that were maybe "duped" into going there, that happens. You're the tourist. Sometimes you get the tour and sometimes the tour gets you. If you've lived here for a while, why blame Whiskey's for being Whiskey's? He's not gonna change now. Just wish him well and tell him you'll see him at Gramma's 80th birthday, wearing his tuxedo T-shirt.
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Mrs. M.
The girls who work here are young, pretty, and scantily clad. When you go to a bar in the dead of winter and the waitresses are wearing shorts it's a little much. I'm sure the fellas like it, and that's all that matters. The drinks are made correctly, but way over priced, as are most bars in the middle of Boston. As far as generic overpriced bars go this place is ok for the occasional after work cocktail, nothing special.
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Ellie W.
My friends and I love Whiskey's for an occasional Trivia Night/15 cent wings night. Of course, trivia night now usually consists of a bunch of people hopping on their iPhones to find answers via Wikipedia, but anyways... It's a really casual hang out if you drop by after work. I don't think I'd ever go to Whiskey's on a weekend, though. I don't know why, but I feel like it'd be crammed with belligerent drunks who got kicked out of all the other bars in the area.
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Lisa H.
Great Atmosphere lively music and great staff!! Food was delicious and beer was cold!! A definite repeat place
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Christina C.
I liked coming here to watch any games on TV, and for Trivia night, but that's about it. Their prices aren't bad, and the service is alright. The food is decent, but nothing that really stands out...just typical bar food. However, there is always an interesting crowd, and the door guys are really friendly.
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Alexis J.
The first time I went to Whiskey's, I'll admit I really liked it. We went on a Friday night and the place was packed. The food was good and came out fairly quickly, our waiter was knowledgeable and really good at handling some drunk and disorderly customers that were sitting in our section. The wings were outstanding though I wasn't impressed with my turkey club. Due to all of this, we decided to go back a few weeks later on a Monday night and boy did we regret it. Our waitress was knowledgeable though left us sitting for a LONG time between check ins even though there were only a handful of other people there. Our wings were mushy and came out cold after waiting 20 minutes for them. I got the pulled pork which was not good at all. Instead of the pork being tossed in the sauce, the sauce was just poured on the top so it wasn't very good. My boyfriend got the hot dog sliders and couldn't even finish three of them because they were so bad. The whole rest of the night we both felt sick because the food was just terrible. Next time I'm looking for a bar in the neighborhood, I'll just go to Lir or Pour House instead.
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Angela Y.
This place has a huge menu...too much to choose from. They have BBQ, wings, steaks, pizzas, salads etc. They had different BBQ sauces on the depending what you want for your wings/BBQ sandwiches. Food is okay. The BBQ sandwich was okay. My husband got a BBQ with Mac and Cheese Sandwich which was tasty. Didn't have a draft beer menu which was kinda of annoying when sitting in the restaurant cause they have tons of beer on tap but you can't see the taps from where you are sitting. They could have had my favorite unique beer on tap and not even know it. I asked what was on draft and the waitress said oh we have tons I can't name all of them. The restaurant got really noisy due to the bar being in the middle so it was kinda of hard to have a conversation without yelling across the table. They do have a lot of TV's for sporting events but all the TVs where on the same college football team...(not even a Boston team) Being a West Coast visitor I would have appreciated some PAC-12 action on at least one of them. The bathroom is down the stairs in a creepy hall...kinda of scary!
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Jeff W.
I don't know how to review this. This was an effected reasturant. We came here for lunch and a few 3-4 rounds of drinks. It was a beautiful Boston afternoon and the place was packed and lively. I love Boston
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DJ D.
Dirty, clean the place. Not exactly appetizing hygiene. I only had a beer, then I just had to leave before I got their cooties.
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Ginny S.
Whiskey's is my after work hangout. The food is pretty good and there is a lively crowd. Service can be a bit slow unless Patrick is the bartender. My only other complaint is that I sometimes see tables in the back with "reserved" on them but when I called ask if they could reserve tables for a party I was flat out told no even after I asked about seeing the reserved sign before.
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Alexa D.
Went to Whiskeys on a wednesday night. The food prices were excellent and the portions were huge. Theres no need to order a large nacho order unless there is at least 8 people. I found the beer prices bearable, but to the high side. C lintel is what it is. Frat boys with big biceps and too-small shirts.
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S K.
Went here a couple weeks ago for brunch. I ordered scrambled eggs with potatoes and my friend got the omelet. The food was literally horrible and I couldn't even finish it. The eggs didn't taste like eggs (I'm still skeptical as to what it was) and the potatoes were super salty. My friend's omelet didn't have any cheese---which he asked for and tasted pretty awful as well. The only thing edible was the toast so that's basically all I ate for breakfast that day. Maybe the drinks and bar food is better but I would definitely not come here for brunch!!
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Marcel R.
I come here a couple of times a week to watch sports and enjoy some of the good appetizers. I tried those atomic wings or whatever they called and almost died. The service here is good as well cause they always change it to the game that I want to watch.
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Samara M.
I am a stickler for Southern Fare and Whiskey's is said to have a reputation for great Southern BBQ. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed just the way I like it! The menue is basic yet extensive. I ordered ther "BLACK n BLUE" burger. I have a thing for burgers and blue cheese. We got an appitizer the guiness book of world records buffalo wings... FANTASTIC!!!!! the second time around. The first batch was burnt however, when my burger arrived it was well done and not medium well like I requested. The waitress was nice and they made it again....It was still well done!! I figured since the chef couldn't get it right the first 2 times why ask for it to redone a 3rd time. I ordered the "Lemonrazz Margarita" AWESOME!!! This should be a signature drink. All in all the service is prompt and helpful, and the drinks are amazing but they don't know how to properly grill burger.
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Judy H.
Hay it is what it is. .25 wings ? yes please ! Pretty tasty and a decent glass of Pino. I don't think my old ass will be hanging out here late with the kids but for after work and decent buffalo wing it filled the bill !
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Melissa M.
My fiance threw up and it slid down the front of the bar. He walked out and no one was the wiser. No one is the wiser because this is a dumb bar that I haven't frequented in quite some time. But, my fiance was wearing a rather tacky tie last night and I asked him where he got it. His reply, "Whiskey's". I said, Whiskey's?? Whiskey's?? The bar you puked down the side of? His reply, "Yeah. A guy took off his tie and threw it down on the bar and threw his cell and left. I got the tie, and Matt got the cell." Whiskey's is not a hidden gem. It should be hidden from anyone who has a mind and wants to drink. Do not go.
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August G.
It just occurred to me that a place named Whiskey's should, technically, have really good whiskey. Not that I'll ever try it here, because this place is dirty and the service is, well, let's just say you don't come for the service. Beer's pricey too. Yeah I know, why come here then? 20 cent wings is all you need to know. Alllll you need to know. Sun-Thurs to 11pm. (Nachos are not any sort of quality but are tasty too) I will say that the waitress said rather bizarrely that everyone at the table would have to order a round of drinks in order to get the wings deal, which makes it a ripoff if you think about it. But my friend has gone multiple times here without that being a policy, so not sure if it's a new thing or the waitress was making things up.
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Rob C.
All along, i had no idea Whiskey's was a barbecue place. i'd walked by it for years, tried to get in one night only to be rebuffed at the door because a friend wasn't really standing up straight anymore, and i never knew. On a windy and cold night, looking for food, my companion had had enough of the weather so i summarily picked Whiskey's because i'd never eaten there and it was nearby. The tables are tiny, and festooned with nonsense you don't really need. The music was absurdly loud for a Wednesday night (late dinner, around eight). The food was deeply mediocre; my date poked at a steak salad, and while i scarfed down a pulled chicken sandwich, it should be noted that i have extremely low standards. Actually, their barbecue sauces are very tasty, and they get a star for that. The beer was a bit on the flat side, the waitstaff was in a hurry to get rid of us (although the host and bouncer were very friendly), and overall it was just weak. So now i can keep walking by.
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Christine S.
TWO LOBSTERS FOR $18.95!!!!!!!! I seriously gained 3249023 pounds during my visit to Boston and Whiskey's is partly to blame. Luckily, I was able to work off some of it by going down the bagillion stairs to get down to the bathroom.
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Tom K.
This used to be one of my favorite go-to places in college. Now, almost 10 years later, I can barely stand to walk into this place. I find myself coming back here mainly due to its location. The place almost always seems to be packed and, as such, I've never actually had anything to eat here (save for some shared apps while hanging around the bar). Everything here is super expensive, not very good, and if you're looking for a place to hang out and have a conversation with a group of people, this is not your place. With so many other establishments up and down Boylston, I don't understand how this place is still in business, forget packed with people night in and night out.
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Sarah G.
Meh....just meh..... This bar will make you feel like you have been transported instantly back to a college party, only now this party has all of the drop outs at it, instead of current students...It just kind of felt dirty in here...and it kind of just made me feel way more mature than I usually feel too....strange...the floor is sticky....there was some remnants of vomit it looked like on the bathroom floors....i am shuddering a little right now thinking about it! The beers were pretty cheap, we were able to get a table to sit at, and they have waitress service at the tables, and i hear their kitchen stays open pretty late for food too, so I will give them that, and they have flat screen tvs to watch the games, but they pack so many people in here that you cannot possibly escape without getting a drink spilled on you.....Maybe if I came here really drunk already it would be okay, but coming here sober??? Not for me ;)
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Mike G.
Not really sure why so many people only give this place 3 stars...The service was great, the menu selection was huge and the food was good and priced well. In this area of the city the prices were cheap! Great place for drinks and beer too.
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Roni E.
When 30 people come pouring into a bar on Tuesday night, most bars open up their arms and spaces with gratitude. Well... here at Whiskey's it was quite the opposite. What's one way to piss off 30 Yelpers? Basically, telling them they can't serve you and to leave. Yep. A few had arrived earlier and had scored a table before the rush came in. Some had ordered drinks, but weren't given any menus. Fine. A couple more of us came in, still not quite crowded yet, but busy. Not one person came by to ask if we wanted drinks or even menus. What we got when someone finally came after 20 min... "Are you going to be ordering food?" My response, "No," as were a few others as some of us were still rather full from the event. But... his response, "Well you can't sit here if you're not ordering food". Not... "Can I get you a drink?" or "Would you be interested in ordering a drink or anything else?" So... while you were in a tizzy about us not ordering food, you've also lost out on 30 yelpers ordering drinks ALL NIGHT LONG!!!! Which would have been more $$$ than your friggin' food order. But c'est la vie you lost out when you demanded that we get out of the booths. Mind you, there was no one waiting for tables. If there were, I can see your argument for needing tables for people that were eating. Who knows, I may have asked for a menu later as I was getting my libation on, as I usually tend to have a need to nosh later on in the evening. Instead, we went somewhere else that appreciated our business. And for that I wish I could seriously give you no stars. Least now I know to never come back and judging by your already 2.5 star rating, looks like you guys need to do some major over hauling anyway.
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lauren s.
We jumped into this restaurant to grab an early lunch when the heavens opened up and started pouring. I ordered a fajita chicken burrito expecting very little. It was still way worse than my already low expectations. My friend ordered the buffalo chicken pizza, took two bites and gave up. Most disappointing was when we excitedly convinced our Australian friend to order waffle fries. Whiskey's shanked all our hype with their limp, lukewarm and not even remotely seasoned version. I'm 99% sure they bought some generic frozen ones and warmed them under a lamp all day. What a way to ruin the greatness that is waffle fries for a foreigner. This seems like a cool place to sit and have some beers but if I could go back and have a choice between food and walking in the rain, I'd brave the monsoon for some real lunch.
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Olayemi A.
Don't care for it for the nightlife, but it still gets 4 stars for the food. They have great cheap tasty bar food, i love it! The wings, cheesesteak rolls, burgers, and onion rings are delicious. The 99c pizza is decent too. Need to go back to try their brunch, heard it's also really good.
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Merry M.
This is food for drunk people. It's very loud. Probably very fun for an after work drinks/apps time out with the gang. Not really a place for dinner, especially if you want to have a conversation. The food is really not that great. The fajitas were awful. BBQ seems to be their specialty. That would probably have been a better choice. It's cheaper than some other nearby restaurants.
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Becki W.
Thanks, but no thanks I write it that way for 2 reasons. First of all, it is to say, I have had your food, and have had your drink, and you are nothing special to me. while i have not had food poisoning, you would by no means be a place i would recommend. Secondly, I went there after the Elite event down the street at max brenners. Good event, and Whiskeys seemed a good place for an after party. The first few through the door managed to grab a corner table. Great. it was crowded when the rest of us got there. It was SRO, so we chose to stand by the table. the table at which no one was really being serviced. We were told that we couldn't stand by the table as we were in the way and causing a hazard. That would have been fine, but there was nowhere by the bar to stand either. You were not going to wait on us, and we were clearly in your way, so Thanks, but no thanks, we are going to the Pour House. Ta!
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Jason F.
Some of the best wings in Boston. I am not a fan of the bartenders who think they are the hotest piece of ass this side of Mississippi. Overall decent food and a good place to watch sports. As for the bar, it can get quite crowded Friday/Saturday nights and you may have to push some over served 21 year olds out of the way to hit the head. Summary: Come for the wings, try not to get annoyed by pompous bartenders.
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Dustin L.
This place has the absolute worst service of any bar on Boylston Street and arguably in the city. The waitresses have THE worst attitude constantly and seem like they could care less about your even existence at their tables. Not to mention they rarely ever come to check on the table, fill the waters or even ask for more rounds. My friends and I will never give this business another dollar as they hold the torch of the worst service at a bar. DO NOT GO HERE!
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Monique S.
What you see is what you get. You can tell from the outside that you are not going to get gourmet food here. The place is what it is, bar food. That being said, my out of town guest and I had a good experience. It was obvious that our waiter was new, but he got everything right and double checked to make sure. We appreciated that. The food is junk food. If you're on a diet, this probably isn't the place to go. They have a pretty good selection of beers all around $5. So that is pretty decent. Overall, a decent place. What you see is what you get, hooters lite.
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Jane R.
It's a pretty standard sportsbar in Back Bay. Good burgers, good drinks, lots of tvs to watch the game. However, on some nights, it gets super packed here. It's definitely a place to hangout and drink and maybe get some snacks!
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Ross P.
This place sucks. Went midday Saturday, terrible service, poor food. It took 30 min+ to get a side salad, nachos and a cheese pizza. Nachos were a stale brick, pizza flavorless, and how do you screw up a salad?... Stale cornbread croutons. FAIL
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Sara M.
My friends and I went in here Saturday night, and this is not the place to keep your new year's resolutions The menu reads starchy, salty and sugary. I had a pulled chicken sandwich and fries, good, but the roll was too bready (sounds strange but you know what I mean) and the "fire and ice" cucumbers are too spicy to be palatable. My friends had grilled chicken and chicken fingers, they looked good, but standard bar fare. The last time I had the wings, they were so spicy we could barely finish them, and we were never asked how we wanted them. We were there pretty early in the night, so we missed the crowds, but I have been in later on the weekends, and the bar is a crowded, hot mess of people. If you are on Boylston, go somewhere else
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Johnna M.
Whiskey's typically stresses me out. The line is always very long yet the place is always over crowded with yahoos. Once my entire group was not allowed in because someone we were vaguely associated with jumped over a road block. Once inside it is just a stressful situation, although, with enough booze, a fun one. You have to wait forever, and I mean forever, to get to the bar...but once you do its ok. I think I've probably broken several limbs of strangers trying to push my way to the bathroom-terribly sorry. The top 40 is fun. I really do not like this place in inclement weather-dealing with your jacket, scarf, umbrella, is just way too much stress. Once I came here for happy hour and had some delicious, fattening, barbecue. I enjoyed that. Bottom line, if I have enough booze that I do not care about elbowing yahoos-it is a good time.
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Michelle L.
Classic sports bar for 20-somethings. It's decent for beer, burgers and all that other bar food we deny loving. Good for loud music late at night but it gets super packed with drunkies, for sure. Smart move offering .99 cent pizza after 10pm! It's saved a few people from serious hangovers. And who doesn't love to throw down pizza after a few drinks?
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Peter J.
I am writing a review from my memory of my 1995 experience here while staying in Boston. I am a big BBQ fan so this was one place I had to try. The plates are huge and everything has flavor from what I remember, it was the pulled pork, pork ribs and baby back. I don't remember anything wrong and do remember the great food and mall across the street. I am not sure if it has changed since then but if it;s still around after 17 years it's worth writing about my memory here.
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Amanda G.
I wish I could give this place 2 1/2 stars... but since I can't I will round up for their happy hour wing specials. This place is a good spot to stop on a Sunday Funday or on a random day off. At peak hours this bar is super crowded and super pricey. $6.25 for a bud light... in a bottle? They play pretty good music when no Boston teams are playing, and from what I hear, the food is pretty good too. The location is a prime spot in Back Bay, and compared to surrounding bars the line is always super short.
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Meghan M.
I spent all of 45 minutes at Whiskey's last night and that was plenty. The extra star is for being open until 2am, having nice bouncers, speedy bartenders and a decent draft beer selection. It pains me, though, to give it more than one star mainly because of the crowd. Ouch, it was PAINFUL. Many, many creeps looking to take a girl, any girl, home for the night. It's just really not my scene. I'll try again, maybe, if I happen to be in the area, it's not a weekend, and it's not the end of the night. But then again, maybe not. PS...They don't do shots. Just throwing that out there. I hate them but the people that frequent here likely don't.
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Jeanette Y.
Beer: - Harpoon UFO Entree: - Chicken Ranch Salad: Came with a good avocado ranch dressing. Not enough avocado or chicken, salad was a little soggy and lettuce seemed mostly iceberg - Friends said pulled pork sandwich and steak were not so good - Curly fries were a plus
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Michael C.
If your looking for college eye candy, this is the place. This will bring you back to what you were like in college. Great TV's throughout the bar. Wait staff was "awesome" eye candy and very good at there jobs. When we needed another round of beers, we never waited very long. It was a great place to see the 6 game in the Hockey series. The bruins Lost, back to Boston for a 7th game. If you are looking for "the college expereince" look no farther #in
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Steve H.
Nothing overly special about this place but I never seem to leave disappointed. Pros: Wings are great, especially at 20 cents a pop. Nachos are solid. Surprisingly decent 99 cent bar pizzas late night. You won't leave overwhelmed but should leave with a full belly of pretty good bar food. Worthy of 3.5 stars but can't go to 4. Cons: Hate the bar layout and sometimes the clientele sucks. But I go here to watch sports, drink beer and eat unhealthy food with my buddies. Don't need it to be anything too special.
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Alli E.
I ate here with some friends before a recent Sox game. We were seated right away and greeted by our server, Alexander. He was the overall bright spot of our dining experience- personable, friendly, attentive, and got all of our orders correct. The food itself was good- I had a black bean and mushroom quesadilla which I thought was delicious. My friends had the turkey club, mac&cheese and pulled pork, and a burger- they all seemed satisfied. For the price you pay you get a lot of food. As long as you aren't expecting five star dining, you shouldn't be disappointed.
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Matthew P.
I've been a few times and it's nothing special. It is slightly more roomy than some of the bars around this area, but it can also get pretty crowded. I went during their trivia night and that was fun, though the service was quite slow. The main reason I would come is to get their buffalo wings that are 20 cents each (but you have to buy 10 of them). Let me recommend the honey barbeque. Their selection of beer was decent, but their margaritas were absolutely terrible. Overall, come in for their cheap wings and a beer, then leave for somewhere better!
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Tracy M.
Came here on a Saturday night. A sports bar with Top 40's playing, a great thing in my eyes. Service was quick for the amount of people that were standing around and drinking. Love the marquee fan above the bar. A variety of different ages. Would go back.
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Bailey F.
Brunch is an easy experience here. The wait staff has gotten better since my college years here. You can't go wrong with 20 cent wings or dollar pizzas for late nights out. Its not five star dining but the place is clean, the drinks are cold and fairly priced considering the neighborhood.
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Britt S.
Whiskey's... =\ Sorry to those of you who like this place, but, well, I just don't. There's no standing room and it's impossible to get a booth because they let too many damn people in. The bar is a giant rectangle and takes up the entire place. Everyone crowds around it so good luck getting a drink! It's also impossible to get to the bathroom without getting either elbowed in the face by tall guys (I'm only 5'2") or plowed over by rude, eager, aggressive girls. Can't say I've eaten here so the food could be good. Also, there's never a cover so that's a plus as well. It can serve as a temporary meeting spot, but still, wouldn't recommend staying here for an entire night. There's plenty of other great bars next door (lir, pour house, etc.).
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Mark O.
This place rocks! I had three fantastic things. Chicken in pablano cream sauce for starter. BBQ Chicken Pizza -the best I've ever had. Cookie Nookie for dessert. If you like a hot-out-of-the-oven chocolate chip cookie, baked in a skillet, and then smothered with vanilla ice cream and whip cream -this is your place. Run....don't walk.
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Bryan R.
Eh Good location Good size for back bay bar Just nothing... I don't know It's just where people go to give up Jason H is the shit though
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Jose antonio P.
Perfect nachos and delicious burger. First option when looking for a place to eat/dinner. Just go.
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Sarah S.
I wanted to go to a different place, but that place was packed... sooo we decided on Whiskey's, which had plenty of open space at 12:30pm on a beautiful Saturday. I ordered a bloody mary and the BBQ chicken sandwhich with fries and hot BBQ sauce. Sandwich came with coleslaw on it. Pros - friendly waitress, decently prompt service, BBQ and slaw on sandwhich were good, hot pickles were great! Friends ordered fajitas - huge portions. Cons - weak bloody mary with a piece of celery stuck in it that I would never eat (shriveled on the ends), fries tasted like they definitely needed to change the oil in the fryer, low quality bun on sandwhich. Overall, it was OK and not very expensive - you get what you pay for, eh? PS - ladies bathroom is awkward... one sink, one hand dryer. Because of this, another patron pretty much stood over me as I washed my hands. She ended up skipping the hand dryer because it was one of those ones from the early 90s that pretty much has the equivalent air speed and volume of somebody blowing on your hands.
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Rani P.
I was wary when my friend suggested we meet for drinks here. Working in the back bay, I just never had a desire to cram myself in between the crowded bar to get a drink or be shocked by the clothing choices of the bartending staff. So when I arrived, I was happy we could find a booth and that a cocktail waitress greeted us and offered to get us a drink instead of trying to fight my way to the bar. Finally we sit, have drinks watch the red sox game and I find myself content. Then in midst of conversation, a waiter walks over and reaches his arm in front of me, placing his armpit within inches of my face to grab condiments. Sadly, having an armpit shoved in my face in not a normal occurrence, and only after he successfully interrupted my conversation, offended me and eventually began walking away without even saying excuse me- I said something and he apologized still without taking notice. Luckily, I was able to to laugh it off awkwardly- and went to close my tab. I venture my way to the bar, and after about 10 minutes of waiting, I am told that if I ordered from the cocktail waitress, I have to find her to close my tab..... did I remember what she looked like? Fortunately, my friend remembered (what guy wouldn't with such distinctive outfits..) and I had to hunt her down just to ask to close my tab. After waiting another 10 minutes, she informs me that the computer is running slow... can I just leave- please? I walked out, went home and wished I went to Lir or Dillon's.
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Matt R.
Okay, theres a lot of bad mouthing one of my preferred bars by my school. Yeah, its MAD busy Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat nights. Why do you think? They got to be doing something right.... I am not much for the packed bars, but I've been there once or twice when they were and it was a decent time. But we bar hoped from Whiskeys, Charleys, Lyr, Pour House and McGreeveys. If you hit all these bars on one night I pretty much guarantee you'll have a good time. Whiskey's itself is fun with a group of people at night. If you're solo or with a girl or a buddy, then maybe not so much. I usually hit this place during the day and have a beer or two with the dirt cheap wings. 20 cent wings at the bar ALL DAY. Timing is everything, you can get some pretty good wings at the right time, usually in the early mid afternoon or just around 5 or 6 when work gets out and the bar starts getting busy. But sometimes, in those odd hours, the wings might have been sitting or something. Not that you care when you're six or eight beers deep.
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Autumn Y.
While walking around in Boston our group started to get hungry and wanted a place to get some food and have a drink. A couple people in our group had been here for drinks before, so we thought we would give it a try. The atmosphere is your typical sports bar atmosphere with tvs, a good beer selection, games and a full bar. The food however, was not impressive. Naturally my expectations weren't very high since it was "bar food"; however, this place is known for its wing hot sauce so I ordered the buffalo chicken wrap. The chicken was rubbery and the tortilla tasted like plastic. They drenched the wrap in buffalo sauce and the blue cheese was flavorless. My boyfriend ordered the Italian Stallion which he did enjoy. I may have just ordered the wrong thing. The drinks were also watered down. I am not a lush or anything-but come on- I want to taste the alcohol in which I am paying for. Overall the service was okay and the atmosphere but thumbs down to the food and drinks.
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Vivian H.
Good for some cheap BBQ, just don't have the highest expectations (come on it's BBQ in Boston). Some pretty great happy hour/late night deals too I've noted. I'd totally go back for the Thursday $10 fajita + margarita deal.
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Crystal E.
Been there for a photo booth required for a ID card. So decided to stop to eat. Not too bad. Small place, there are archades around the bar where you can play. It's pretty nice cozy place to kickback or take a shot at the photo booth.
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Anette F.
My review is based on "happy hour" time. I've never eaten food from here. The only thing that we would get is the specials, $1 pizza or 1/2 off app. The beer is very well priced and the pizza (for a $1)/apps. were good for the price we were paying. I've never had bad service and if anything, we've gotten complimentary drinks since we kept tipping well. The only thing I've had trouble with is my out of state I.D. I had a hard time trying to get a drink with one of the bartendars since I had a CA I.D. I guess it all depends on whom you get. Overall, FOR HAPPY HOUR and something casual, it's really not a bad place to go to.
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Richard P.
I've been here before, but tonight, I ordered one beer for myself and they cut me off. The manager, Tim, said I was too drunk and he ordered the wait staff to stop serving me. I have been watching my party (who are celebrating a birthday, a party of +15) as they drink merrily and I have been sitting by idly and observing as other patrons are getting completely messed up. And i mean there were sloppy-drunk local dudes who were stumbling and falling over themselves... you know the ones i'm talking about. Some post-frat-boy sports fans, loud, sweaty, and drunk ... red-faced drunk... and i'm standing there, dressed nicely, with a glass of water... I tried drinking a bud light, but the manager came out and stripped the beer from my hands. I have little patience for this. I am a paying patron and I'm trying to have a good time, but have been hassled for no reason. This place is bunk and I strongly encourage people who are considering this venue to go somewhere else unless you like to be discriminated against. *We also had an international patron with us... since his ID card was not a passport, he was allowed to come-in only if he sat in the dining section. The only seat they had was in the back corner, and he sat there alone.... this is crazy! It'd be different if I was anything else than normal and having a good time. If you are interested in having a fun time, go somewhere else.
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Katie H.
It's hard to pin-point why exactly I like this place - but it is a personal favorite of all the bar options on Boylston. The beer and food is inexpensive and not bad for the price - which is a major bonus. I'm also always able to snag a table in the place, whether it's for Happy Hour on a Wednesday or midnight on a Friday night. The 'decorations' also crack me up. The service is not the best when the place is really crowded but you will eventually get served.
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Clara L.
$1.99 pizza? Good variety of drinks? The ability to find a table for 6 people around midnight? Point for Whiskey's. The service is pretty quick, and people watching is fun. Not sure if the pizza would be as delicious before midnight, but for a buck ninety-nine, it was damn good. the only downside discovered even while pretty toasted, was the $8 shots that were consumed at the table. Really? $8 for a bit of red bull and some jager? Boo.
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Frank L.
First of all the 10 cent wings are small and gross, and they do not give you any celery. Second you have to sit at the bar to get them, which is small and crowded. And now they make everyone eating order a drink, which makes this deal not worth it. Just skip this place and get wings at Spikes and drinks at Roads or someplace else. Don't fill your body with junk.
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Jef S.
#3 on my "Top Ten List of Places to Loot and Burn in Boston When the Revolution Comes". The only good reason to come here is to sit in a corner with other cynical, angry friends and make fun of the stupid yuppies and frat boys around you. That'll entertain you for about 15 minutes and then you'll need to leave. They used to have one of those tank-and-claw games where if you could snag the lobster, they'd cook it for you for cheap. That about sums it all up.
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Alison W.
Two lobsters for $19? Yes please. Only in Boston, right? You could also get one for $13 but since we had a large group, it was well worth it. We even had a few more people join us a bit later in the meal but they ran out of the lobsters by then. Guess it's a popular special. I don't think it's on the menu so they might only have it on select days. Although delicious - halfway through, I was already questioning why we got them. Too much work. It's served with a cool plastic bib, special fork/pick, the pliers to crack the shell, a vat of melted butter, and a wetnap for after. Oh and fries (way too crispy/burnt) and coleslaw (ewww- don't know that many people that like it) on the side. So messy and there's only meat in the claws and legs. Dunno how you're supposed to eat anything from the body and head. Anyways someone else got pasta. And they had this deal for a pitcher and a small pizza for $13 that someone else tried. All in all, a decent and cheap meal. And the place is a bit like Applebees with all their Boston memorabilia but that's kinda the feel of Boston. There is a bouncer that checks your ID when you come in. But you can go without it if you don't drink. I don't remember him stamping you hand or anything so I have no idea how the bartender would know. Great system... The waitress recommended a special concoction that was similar to red bull and vodka. It was kinda horrible in taste but also kinda cool because they put a light-up flashing fake ice cube in it.
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Greenbean O.
We enjoyed the happy hour fare so much that we came back to try the dinner menu. My husband had the hot links, pork ribs, and brisket and I had the ribs and brisket. We also had the fried string beans and the chipotle bean deep for starters.While the service was excellent, the food was not satisfying. The brisket look was not tasty and should have been smoked. It had the consistency of chipped beef (ala $*%T on a shingle). The ribs were not run of the mill. My husband's hot link tasted like a grilled oscar mayer hot dog. Our impression is that while this might be a place for grabbing a drink to watch the game, it is not a great place for dinner. We have experienced real bbq as in Shack on Main in Atlanta as well as Dinosaur BBQ and Hill Country in New York where we would be happy to pay more for the eats. This was clearly a disappoinying experience.
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Marc B.
This place has gone downhill over the past 15 years. At best, the food is mediocre. The place could use a rehab on the inside. Very loud too. Maybe I'm just an old fart. lol
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Natt M.
Nasty bathrooms, food isn't that good either. Reason I'm giving additional star is because of the service
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T N.
the food is AWFUL. we got nachos (very bland) and mozzerella sticks (VERY SALTY). I couldn't even eat more than two. as for the drinks...we could barely taste the alcohol. and on top of that, we had to wait 45 minutes because the "bartender misplaced our order" definitely don't recommend.
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Jonathan C.
This is my first review. I grew up in Boston and have lived my whole life in Boston minus the 4 years I've been in college. As a result, I've been to most of the establishments in Boston. Some are great, some are bad, and yet I've never felt the need to write a review. However, after my recent experience at Whiskeys I felt a need (despite the fact i've been there numerous times before.) Let me tell you, I've been kicked out justifiably so from many a bars. However, when being approached by a bouncer midway through my first beer while sitting at a table of four, and being told I'm no longer allowed to be served, i was pretty surprised. Even more surprised, was being told to leave because i finished the remainder of the first beer that I ordered. The rest of my table, completely surprised at the outcome, asked why i was being asked to leave, they gave a shakey answer that i drank out of a bottle. so I'm curious, why at 9:15 am I asked to leave a bar after ordering my first beer? is it because I'm asian? i had zero interaction with any other person at the bar outside of the people i was with prior to that. seems shady if you ask me...bouncers on a power trip can only explain so much... by the way - this happened 30 mins ago. If i was so drunk would I be able to write this review??
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Scott B.
The bouncers were beautiful men; you know i have to shout out to the hottie boys... this place will go on my Man Hunt list. The service was average... drink prices standard... it was pretty packed. The walls are covered in strange nostalgia -- animal skulls, mounted fish... It's owned by the same owners as Pour House, which is one of my all time favorites... Here's a rule of thumb: If you are going to put Coors Light on SPECIAL... discount the damn price! It's NOT on special if it's the usual price.
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Samer A.
Wings wings wings wings. I didnt like the atomic wings though but whiskeys buffalo wings are amazinggggh. The burger was world class and the place is just perfect. I love it and i will always go when i am in boston
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Daniel B.
I came here just to get a beer or two. I came during St. Patrick's Day weekend so it was pretty crowded.
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Allan F.
Had a late lunch on a saturday afternoon. Huge menu also huge bloody marys. I ordered the spicy and it got the job done. Wife got the traditional and it was a tad toi spicy. The steak and cheese eggroll appetizer was very very tasty and recommended. The pastrami sandwich was very good. My mistake was substituting the fries with onion rings for an extra $1.50. The were greasy and soggy. Wife had a a cheese pizza and rated it a 7 on athe 1-10 scale. Bartender was obviously brand new but tried hard and his partner kept a close eye on things. All in all an ok experience. No real complaints but will not likely crave a revisit
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Sarah C.
Whiskey's has all my requirements for a Tuesday night: trivia, drinks, onion rings.
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C C.
Good wings, onion rings and pulled pork sandwich. Ample seating for weekday lunch. Can be very busy after work. Does NOT accept Amex Card.
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April M.
Gosh, I really don't like Whiskey's. I think if I was still freshly 21 and in college, I'd feel otherwise. But I'm not, and I don't. And so I choose to go elsewhere most nights. Whiskey's is fairly large, they do serve food (kind of bad Mexican-inspired bar food) and they do have a huge bar. Somehow, it ends up being extremely cramped every night anyways, and takes forever to get a plastic cup of some of the worst draft beer in the city. I guess it used to be a good place to start the night out and be silly, after you pre-gamed at your apartment with your friends. But I just can't stomach it anymore. Surly, insecure bouncers overly eager to shine their black light on your ID. Stale Budwesier. Drunk under-age college girls spilling their Long-Island Iced Teas all over the floor. Horny frat boys gawking at the bartender's ass. Creepy dudes who pass by a little too close after eye-f%^&ing you from the other side of the bar. Small, dirty bathrooms which you have to back in and out of. Annoyed 25 year olds waiting to order a semi-decent beer and then get the heck out of dodge, wondering, why did I come back here? (enter, me). I really don't know why I ever go back. We just seem to wind up there every now and then. One thing I will give Whiskey's is there has never, ever been a line. Hmm...I wonder why. Some places just never reach capacity, eh?
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Nate D.
Perhaps the only reason to go to this place is to save a few dollars, as you can get a burger and fries for like $8, which is a steal in the Back Bay. However, the problem is that the food and service are terrible, and you will need to feel like you're revisiting your questionable, sketchy, and sometimes douchey undergraduate college days as if you look under 40 and it's past 6pm, the hostess is required to scan and save your photo ID at the front door. Oh, and did I mention the food is terrible and the beer on tap (if not Bud-Light) was noticeably stale? The place is gross, folks.
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Amanda F.
I too, and surprised by the negative reviews. I would venture to say that this is probably one of the best places to go if you were going to head to that area of Boylston. Not only is their BBQ pulled chicken sandwich amazing, but their beer list rocks. They always have the games playing, awesome music, and their service is great. Yes, on the Saturday nights it gets flooded with college kids... but then again... what bar doesn't? Let alone, it's on Boylston street, next to Pour House, McGreeveys and all those other places... so if you don't like that crowd, the solution is simple - don't head to Boylston on a Saturday night. If you don't like being in a crowded bar... like Steve J. said... go across the street and head over to the Sel De la Terre bar, and enjoy your $12 beer there. 15 cent wings, are also amazing. You can never go wrong with 15 cent wings.
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Chaci C.
This is the first review I've given that is below 4 stars. If I don't like a place, or have a not so pleasant experience, I usually just leave it alone. But my experience there on Saturday evening has caused me to share my displeasure. The majority of the reason that I gave this establishment 1 star, is because I never got in. Not because it was closed. Not because it was during Boston's Watergate of 2010, but because the staff there is made up of giant tools. I'm generalizing based on 2 of the staff members that I encountered, but by reading other people's comments I see it tends to be a trend. Before I further detail my experience, let me briefly describe the type of person I am in order for you not to think my judgment was clouded by my own immaturity. I never drank until I was 21 (I know, I was the life of the party). I'm not obnoxious, belligerent, or confrontational. I've been drunk maybe twice in my life and have only gotten sick once from drinking. In general, I'm courteous, polite, and appreciative of people in service positions. It was late on Saturday evening, and 5 or 6 of us approached Whiskey's. I was last in line, and the bouncer at the front door let us all in. The place was crowded, but the line was short. I had a bottle of water with me which was rightfully taken away. I was a little bit behind the rest of the crowd. This was a little bit past midnight. I had 2 beers all night, starting at 8:30, and I was very much sober. Sober enough to prove it, speak civilly, and explain why I fumbled with my wallet. I suppose I fumbled a bit putting my license back into my wallet, as I keep both my student ID and my license in the same slot. A short (I'm short myself, so I'm not judging) HGH-enthused man approached me right away. He was very official in his 2 sizes too small t-shirt that said staff on it and his headset. He said to me, "Sorry, we can't serve you any more tonight." I responded, "Well, you haven't served my anything at all, I'm just walking in." The man with the Napoleon complex began to argue with me, never making eye contact or paying attention to the words I said. As the man tried to use polite words, his reactions were something he probably learned in TIPS certification class (which I've attended myself) but never actually addressed the things I was saying. He was relatively timid in his responses, but flexed his inflatable muscles at me to prove his self worth. I was not allowed to go in after my friends to tell them that I had not been let in. It took me a while to get in contact with them, as you can imagine the level of noise in a crowded Boston bar. I finally got a hold of my friends. All of them were completely shocked given my reputation as a sober person. They laughed a bit, but were even a bit upset at Whiskey's for having no ability to tell a drunk from a sober person. They had bought themselves drinks already, so I waited outside as they finished their drinks and the drink they bought for me. As I waited outside, I watched the bouncer let in every stumbling drunk that tried. I stood besides him and made comments comparing my soberness with the slurring words of teens with fake IDs he let in. Lance, is the bouncer's name. It's clear that Lance works under my steroid friend. Lance said, "Listen man, I can tell you're sober, but he must have seen something I didn't, so I'm sorry." Instead of Lance being a gentleman and telling hulk hogan that he made a mistake, he stood there as I waited outside for my friends. At this point, I could tell that HGH had also realized he made a mistake. Instead of being apologetic, he could not admit that he was wrong. My friends came out shortly after and found the whole situation ironic. They came storming out pointed at me saying, "You wouldn't let this kid in?! Seriously?!" Also, my friend pointed out the individual sitting at the window table literally rolling a joint. He was very animated and pointing at the man from outside. "There's a guy literally right behind you rolling a giant spliff and you will not say anything to him? You don't know that's going on?" Lance refused to turn around or acknowledge what we were saying. In filling out this review, yelp asks "Is this establishment smoking or non smoking." I was tempted to select that this establishment did allow smoking, but only of marijuana. Rules of Whiskey's -No sober fun -Illegal drugs are OK.
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Steph W.
Oh crap. I think I just walked into a college frat party! This place screams bro...no thank you! Maybe it is my inner-grandma but I am sort of over the whole let's go out and act like frat dudes kind of days. Forgive me. The crowd here is...young. Not that there is anything wrong w that because I was 21 once too but I'm not feeling it. The drinks are okay -- I had a strong one yesterday but it was almost TOO strong (who complains about a drink being too strong? THIS CHICK!). The prices are reasonable for Boston ($7.50 for vodka and a mixer) but I mean it is served in a plastic cup -- hence the frat party thing! Flip cup anyone? Too bad it wasn't a red solo, I would have been ready to play some flip cup or beirut. So, I am this place isn't screaming class but then again I don't think they are trying to so maybe that is fine. The waitresses tend to wear no clothing but I guess if you're a dude then you'd like that -- hey, more tips! I will say that this is a place to go if you want something really low key and crowded but that is it. And they do have Buck Hunter but their machine doesn't function properly because I played w/ a friend and it sucked. Okay now you're thinking, "No, lady it is probably that you and your friend suck at the game" -- wrong! I thought that too except then I'd pull the trigger and nothing really happened. It had like a serious delay -- maybe that is why the TV was off? I did have to turn on the TV it is hooked up to so we could play so maybe that should have been a red flag. Oops. Oh well, I sucked but it was still fun although I def think it wasn't working right (almost a fact). Then I played some golf game and that was hard. I will admit I definitely sucked at that game. So okay the games give this place 1 extra star. Go games.
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Robbie R.
Lookin at the slew of horrible reviews for this place, I am almost tempted to do the same. But then I remember that Yelp is full of bitter mid-30-something's grasping for a piece of their lost youth by throwing themselves into an online community that gives them some sort of a sense of power. I remember that Whiskey's is a typical Boylston bar. It gets crowded on evening's. The bartenders are chicks wearing ill-fitting clothing who, more often than not, should not be wearing ill-fitting clothing. You will find that the clientele gets drunk and obnoxious-- if you are not drunk and obnoxious along with them. Anyways, what spurred my review for this (admittedly) average bar is their ABOVE average HAPPY HOURRRR! I have eaten here before and enjoyed their 15 cent wings. I have enjoyed their half-price crappetizers. But now they've gone and taken it to another level. Now, with the purchase of an alcoholic beverage between the hours of 11 and 4:30pm, and 11 and 1:30 AM, you get a 12 inch cheese OR pepperoni pizza for 99 cents. The pizza is delicious, and the price is nuts. BOTTOM LINE: Go here expecting it to be mediocre, and you will be pleasantly surprised at how good (and reasonable) it is!
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Corey H.
I can't say too much about this place because I was only there for 2 drinks. I can say that I really liked the decor and the atmosphere. Lots of TVs and beers on tap. We went on a wednesday night. It wasn't very busy. There was two bartenders. Neither were very friendly. They didn't really smile or talk. That made me a little mad but it was reflected in their tip.
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TJ D.
Patronizing this place is akin to culinary prostitution, as you will be literally paying to get screwed. I am forced to give a minimum 1-star rating due to Yelp's system, where I want to give it a .7 stars. That rating is based on the fact that the bar is at least enclosed in a safe structure presumably up to code, and that there is oxygen available to breath. I will not be returning to this place, which is ok. With food, you need to experience the "bad" sometimes in order to really appreciate the "good". Please keep in mind as you read the following review that I pride myself on being a patient customer, with an above average ability to perceive other causes of a negative experience. To begin, the waitress (who appears to be the same blonde staff portrayed in another Yelper's review) was aloof and running around the bar area like it was a crazy night and packed to the rafters....the reality is that it was 1:30pm on a Saturday and mildly busy. Either she is inexperienced, had a bad morning, or plain old "don't give a **** because they're all tourists anyway" due to being near Newbury St. The service, being centered on this staff, suffered because of her presence. I saw several other patrons rolling their eye or becoming impatient as the barkeep floundered around. Her attitude was bad and conveyed that she doesn't know square-one about customer service. To boot, an owner-esque woman came to help the barkeep at some point and she gave off an aura being bothered to help. Either way, it didn't help the situation. Our food came late, taking a half hour for honey-buffalo wings and were cold. The waitress actually offered to put in a new order for us, and then never followed up with us to let us know. Our time was tight, so we ate the cold wings and asked to cash out. As we were leaving the new wings came out and the barkeep acted offended that we didn't want them. Well, communicate with your customers.... Really, you guys have a good location and a unique atmosphere compared to the vibe of other Newbury St. establishments. Use it. Smarten up and don't squander it. You're paying the rent on the place.
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Beky T.
Went to Whiskeys past weekend. Students defintely back. They have these crazy pizzas for 1.99 late night. And pichers for only 8.95. Can't beat those prices. Service was good. Not everly eager but friendly. Don't get why so much negative press
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Meridith H.
It smells good in here. I had the brisket sandwich, which was good, and substituted the fries for the garlic smashed potatoes, which were AMAZING. There was probably more butter & cream than there was potato, which is the way it ought to be! The chili with mac & cheese was ok; it's spicy and not overly cheesy, so go for it if that's your thing. Beer selection was decent & service was quick & attentive. This is a great place to go for a few beers & comfort food.
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Tyler F.
Love this place! This is one of my favorite after work hangouts. The beer is way too expensive for what it is but if you are looking for a quick bite after work, this is the place. The have 1/2 price apps and $.20 wings (used to be $.10, but inflation is a bitch). Order the honey hot wings, much better than the regular buffalo wings. Also they are very big for only $.20. I cannot comment on the waitstaff at tables because I am constantly sitting at the bar, but the girls are very good looking behind the bar and are always ready with another cold draft beer when I am ready. Keep it up Whiskeys but lower the price on your draft beer.
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Sam L.
I've been here on two occasions since I've moved to Boston and both times, were unplanned, but I have to say that both times I've ended my nights here have been really good! It's your typical bar: gets pretty loud and crowded, and though it is mostly the college undergrad scene, I find it to be much more tolerable than Lir (you can read that review...my god I would never go back there). It's not a great place if you want to dance, but if you're just chilling with some friends and wanna have a few drinks, this is a decent place to be. Oh and they have decent-looking bar tenders. The one looked kinda like Selena Gomez and the other looked like a mix of Jared Leto + Adam Levine...or maybe just Jake Gyllanhaal. In any case, the servers were good eye candy!
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Rob D.
Hit, miss, hit, hit, miss. If you like being surprised then Whiskey's is the place to go. I've had food that was amazing and a steak sandwich I almost threw out. The crowd could be young old, low key, partying or something in between. The wait staff rocks if you are lucky enough to get a table. This is a great stop for Trivia night, but I wouldn't bank my weekend night plans on it.
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Lauren D.
Oh wow this place! Almost gave it two stars, but than thought about why would this place deserve two... Let's just say I've been here twice and neither have been a very positive experience. 1.) The Waitstaff is not attentive, which stinks for them because the more they pay attention to us the more $$ they walk home with at the end of the night. 2.) Also about the Waitstaff, they are a little trashy, for example the women who served us had a low cut shirt showing off the tattoos all over her chest and really short shorts with slits cut up the side. If you are into eating/drinking at a place where you are served by half dressed people, this is your place. If not, beware! 3.) It took forever to get a beer when sitting at a table from the waitress, which I blame on the bartender. All around...Boooah! I would say if you were coming to this bar you would be going because you had no where else to go OR you were going for the 10 cent wings. I would never wait in line for this place and you shouldn't either!
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Nadia T.
Dang, yo! There's a lotta trash-talking about this bar! Such a shame 'cuz I actually really enjoy Whiskey's. Although, the difference may be that I go during the weekdays. I've never once had a problem with the bouncers. Actually, they've been the nicer ones I've encountered in Boston. And there's this one cute bartender with an accent that calls you "hun." Hehehhehehee. I'm such a girl... I probably go here maybe once every week or two to indulge in their $0.20 wing special. They're actually pretty darn good! I'd probably lick my fingers if I weren't worried about scaring off potential new friends. In short, I order 20 wings + a Blue Moon, and spend the rest of the night happy and satisfied enough to forget my mother's attempts at setting up an arranged marriage. Thanks for showing me a good time, Whiskey's.
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paul b.
This place as really gone down hill. I used to come once a week with a friend for several years. Returned for first time after 6 months and was very disappointed. Servers were not friendly. People across from us got in fight over rules about wings. They ran out of our favorite tequilla. The food was fair (we usually get steak salad, cheese sticks). Just stunning how bad an experience it was. Maybe new management or owner?? This long time customer will not return.
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Tyler C.
Decided to try this place after reading the menu and really liked food/drink selection and prices. I came here with my girlfriend and right after we walked in we knew something was wrong. The hostess just stared at us and said nothing until I spoke. I expected at least a "welcome to whiskeys." We sat down and waited at least 10 minutes for the watress to come to our table. When she finally did I asked about the 1/2 price apps. She told us we had to sit at the table near the bar to get the deal. We moved tables and proceeded to wait another 10 mins to place our order. Keep in mind we had the same waitress. We finally placed our order and waited 15 mins for our drinks to arrive after watching them sit at the bar getting warm and the foam settling. Our app finally came with stale chips and decent spin dip. The ribs brisket and pulled pork were almost inedible as you couldn't even cut the ribs with a knife and fork and the brisket was drenched in bbq sauce. So much you couldn't even taste the meat. All in all we saw the waitress one time during the meal and had to flag her down to get the check. Overall it was disappointing and wouldnt recommend this place to anyone unless you want bad food and terrible service.
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Samantha M.
Ugh. Why on earth was my drink like $15 and where was the alcohol in it!!??
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Steven C.
I adore Whiskeys! Great wings, awesomely priced burgers and good service. Had a lobster roll that could rival most high-end places. I've been going to Whiskeys for 7 years and will continue to do so.
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John A.
You know, women aren't decorations. Last night the bartenders at this joint were wearing jean cutoffs that were so short I could see the bottom part of their ass cheeks sticking out. A woman can be violently attractive without ass all over the place. Have some respect. This place would have gotten one star but they did have an ok selection of seasonal beers on tap. If you're a football jersey wearing, beer guzzling bro-dawg who wants to listen to top 40 hits and chase slutty undergrads, then go to Whiskeys.
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Gary J.
I'm only giving this place two stars because the food is ok here. The staff seems to have a poor attitude, especially the bartenders. I wanted to like this place and came back a few times hoping that maybe it was just an off night. Nope, still bad attitudes and awful service. I also witnessed the manager discipling an employee in the dining room which is unprofessional. I think the whole place needs to be overhauled. I won't be back until I see a sign on the door that says NEW OWNERSHIP, or NEW MANAGEMENT.
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Julie B.
My nights on Boylston Street usually include some time at Whiskeys (e.g. take a lap around Whiskeys, get a hot dog from Pour House at 1, go back to Whiskeys). I really do like this bar and it's a great place to just hang out. Don't come here if you're looking to dance, there really is just enough room to stand. The beer selection is decent and I've heard they have lots of good food deals but have yet to try.
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Kevin C.
New in town but been here a few times already. As noted before, their food is kind of hit or miss - their blackened chicken Caesar salad is retardedly good, but their burger wasn't inspiring. It's definitely got a strong dive bar feel, as evidenced by the dark lighting, low ceilings and very drunk clientele. Bartenders (read: women who probably weren't hired for their personalities) have always been on the ball, which means no time wasted between drinks.
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Karen H.
My manager took me here for lunch as a treat on my first day of work two summers ago. I was really excited to eat my sandwich... until I found a long piece of hair in it. My hair was short at the time. Yuck!!! My manager told our waitress, who was more than understanding about it and even took 50% off from the bill. A few months after that, my friends and I decided to stop by for a drink after work, against our better judgment, and we basically managed to do a loop around the bar bypassing the drunk douchebag bro dudes and girls either falling over us or trying to grab onto us, just in time to exit the place. The floor was sticky from all the beer split on it. I understand that it's going to be crowded on a Friday night on Bolyston St. where all Red Sox fans go to congregate, but I'm just not into it. I give them two stars for the waitress being proactive, but otherwise I have never gone back again.
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Carrie C.
We did not get to eat here. We went on a Sunday afternoon and after noticing empty tables at the front of the place we walked in. We asked to be seated at an empty table at the front so we could enjoy looking at the street. We were told no, they would have to seat us in the back as they did not have wait staff for the front? We walked out, after reading the reviews I think we got lucky!
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Nik B.
Don't come here unless you're already drunk (and it doesn't matter where you go because you won't remember it anyway) This place is lame. It's like the bar equivalent of Hooters (less delicious chicken wings) The only reason it got a second star is because I've seen worse (unfortunately)
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Chocolate E.
I was tempted to give Whiskey's 1 star but then I remember the 10cent wings and the music videos. So, up to 2 we go The thing that kills me about Whiskey's is the layout. Why does the central bar take up 80% of the place? There is essentially no room to walk around it when the place is packed. Its as if the person who designed the place assumed no one would actually come so might as well give the bartenders as much room as possible Also, the place is kind of gross. I think the whole place needs a nice bleach rub down! The 2 (almost) pros that I mentioned before are the 10cent wings served in the bar area and the music videos. The wings are pretty good and for 10cents its a good value. Unfortunately, the deal doesn't work if you're seated at a proper table. The music videos crack me up. When was the last time you watched consecutive music videos? They mix it up with old school tunes so you're able to do the "oh my god remember this song/video?!?" Whiskey's is OK for after work or for a pre-sox game drink... but I would never, ever go here on a Friday or Saturday night
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Damien S.
Lotta lotta lotta hatin' goin up in this piece. Yeah, it can easily be taken as your run-of-the-mill meat market, but can't any hot spot in the Bay? Frat packers in shorts and Ts or elitists in sharp collars and tailored jackets, it's easy to pick out the "goal oriented" bar hoppers. Whatevs dawg. This jam be straight chillin wit cheap azz buhrsss and da bomb wings for what 5 for fitty? Gangsta. Where they can afford to be assholes, the servers and bartenders are super cool. Kate remembered my name last night and I hadn't been for 3 weeks. The place was packed as Friday nights go and yet she never let my cup empty. Kudos Kate. Judge the people if you must but the vibe is low key and laid back. Cheap, delish wings are spot on. Half the TVs play the game, the others spin what MTV used to (Which popular artist has a video resembling a morphing Rorschach inkblot? Hmm. Never knew.) You're a wiener if you don't hit up Whiskey's at least once.
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Stephanie F.
I came here for both for the purposes of eating and drinking at the bar (both were separate occasions). First of all, as a bar, it's your regular "oh it smells like vomit from the night before / they probably spilled so much beer at this place that the odors of the beer are constantly vaporizing in the air of the restaurant." They have a selection of BBQ type food, and their fries are starchy. Like Burger King's.
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Erin O.
Great everyday bar. A little bit of everyone shows up here, and the menu is pretty standard, everything I've eaten is great! They also sell my favorite burger here, mmm. Definitely gets crowded on weekends, but what decent bar on boylston doesn't? No complaints.
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Morris W.
WARNING: If you go into Whiskeys drunk, you will most likely be hungover by the time you fight through crowd to get your beer.
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Miika M.
What could be a more better trip than being deposited in the depths of Boston during the most exciting round of MLB yet? My friends had just finished taking me out to Walden Pond and due to the rather long walk around the perimeter of the pond/lake, we had built up an appetite. As we walked around, a sudden dash of rain and massive wind hurled us into the nearest church where we found another group of people huddled away from the turn of elemental events. Fire and Ice had an hour wait plus I was not really looking forward to a buffet since I've been doing nothing but eating horribly my entire stay here so I actually was looking for a salad. In addition, they had overbooked my flight so I was stuck in MA until Monday (I refused to waste a Sunday on standby) so the boys took me to Whiskey's for a quick bite and Steve was looking for a burrito place. First off, since it is a bar, they verified my old bag age by looking at my id. And the blast of sound and hot air hit me in the stomach. It was loud. And the crowd here was mixed in a pleasing way. A bunch of financial suits lined one end of the bar in their dark navy and bright yellow ties. On the other end, were a bunch of Red Sox fans becoming boisterous in their jeans and sweaters. Seated throughout the banquettes, were families and random people escaping the sudden downpour. Our waiter showed up in a funky wig full of black ringlets and a boxing outfit. I tried hard not to laugh, even though I was on a call trying to obtain reservations at the local Holiday Inn Express for the night. $250. ??? For a Holiday Inn?? Forget about it. I ordered a Midori sour, which appeared in the form of a half pint. Sweet yet potent. And I probably was dehydrated, since I downed the first half within a span of a few minutes. Bad bad. Since I was craving a salad, I ordered the dinner Caesar salad, priced around $8.50. My Midori was $6.00. The salad was a good sized portion, with a good Caesar dressing. I ate the entire thing and left the croutons circling the rim of the plate. We left, feeling a bit warmer and I was on the line with CSAA attempting to obtain a better quote in terms of reservations. I was not inclined to paying $350 for a room at Club Quarters and I just finished telling the representative that the weather was terrible. "Not terrible. You are suppose to say 'wicked'," she laughed. Got it. The weather was wicked. I love Boston.
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Alex S.
grumble. grumble. Another Boston bar in a permanent state of identity crisis that tries to be so many things and ends up being sub par at everything. They have a huge bar which takes up the whole place so there really isn't any where to stand around the bar. There are lots of tables but you have to order from a waitress at the tables but its really loud so its not a place that you would sit down and have a dinner, more of just a drinks and appatizers place. But the loud music kinda goes to waste cause you cant dance or really do anything cause of the limited space. There are TVs but they are small and awkwardly placed. They try to be one of those places that makes the waitresses and bar tenders dress really slutty but cant pull it off since some of them aren't really that attractive. The appetizers and wings are really cheap which is good but it isn't a place you go and are like "Wow that was fun" more of a place that you go and if you are lucky you say "Eh that was ok"
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Madoka K.
On a freezing, windy January night, my boyfriend and I shivered into Whiskey's out of pure desperation. If pure desperation and hunger are your only motivating factors, then sure, you'll be fed, but it's not going to be amazing. My complaints are the usual. For one, very poor interior design. Tiny tables, cluttered with objects, not enough space to move around when it's crowded. Oh, and it was crowded. The table directly behind us decided they needed a five foot radius to themselves in all directions for their horde of friends to stand, drink beers, and glower at us, and that included our table. So we requested our server to move us to a booth, and the group promptly snatched our table and attached it to theirs. Way to be subtle, guys. The service was a bit scarce, but it was pretty busy in there. The waitresses, host, and doorman I dealt with were all very pleasant though. Unfortunately, one waitress, who was not ours, had a very bad case of cellulite and decided the best course of action was to wear short-shorts. As for the food, the french fries are extremely dry. My boyfriend's burger and loaded baked potato were sub-par. I ordered the three meat combo. They mean that quite literally. I ordered it with the hot links, St. Louis ribs, and bbq chicken. I literally received one hot link, one chicken breast, and one rib. Very stingy. The ribs were tastily flavored, but very fatty and the chicken had a strange taste. For dessert I was excited to see they serve a Kahlua and brownie sundae, unfortunately it too was sub-par, it was encrusted in stale nuts, completely overpowering any other flavor it may have had. On the plus side, the trivia game they host sounded very fun, and I appreciated the loud music and music videos on all the screens. Overall, I'd come back to socialize or drink and meet up with people, but never for the food! Never again.
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Tim B.
They don't have no pizzas.
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Sean S.
I love this place, the atmosphere is great, good amount of decent looking girls, interesting guys to talk to, and $2 whole pizzas after 11 PM, and the pizza is actually decent. Friendly bouncers and bartenders. But some of the food is kind of nasty, and they cut me off one time when I wasn't even that drunk. They cut me off by bringing me a box, so not only did they make me stop drinking, they forced me to box up my food and leave. They did tell me they hoped I came back again though, so I'll give them 4 stars, although I'm not sure if they deserve 3 or 4.
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Amanda W.
In ascending order: -Number of stars in review -Number of rude, awkwardly-scantily clad bartenders claiming the extra 5 feet around their gargantuan bar as even more of their space and ordering you to move -Number of times I've tried to learn Buck Hunter just to escape from reality -Number of drunk girls dressed in cleavagey or distractingly glittery ensembles with tp attached to their high heels about to throw up in the grimy downstairs bathroom -Number of guido fights I've seen occur at the entrance
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Steve F.
In defense of some of these negative reviews I'm reading...plain and simple...this isn't a sit down family restaurant. Neither was the bar before it 15+ years ago..."Hunter's" (their food sucked...all of it). Whiskey's claim to fame is the (now) 15 cent wings (last I checked from 11am-11pm?...at or around the bar). When I'm famished, I can usually eat 30 (@ $4.50, not bad). I suggest getting the buffalo sauce on the side, that way you can dip and adjust your lip/ burn ratio. Gotta love the iron hot plate pedestal they're served on and the big roll of paper towels and bone bucket that's plopped right in front of you, too. Get there before the after work crowd and you'll have ample seating and elbow room at the bar. This is a place with something like 20 drafts on tap and is usually packed Wed - Sat nights. So if you're someone that thinks this is a place to bring prospective in-laws for dinner...learn THIS town or go back to Connecticut you Weirdo, this is a DRINKING restaurant ! You're probably one of those "new to Boston" settlers that thinks Southie and the South End are the same place.
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Caroline B.
I feel bad that this place has gotten so many poor reviews. I went the other weekend to watch the World Cup and really can't say enough good things about Whiskey's. We went for lunch, so I got the El Paso Chicken Salad in an attempt to be "good", and my friend ended up with the Pulled Pork Sandwich. We did, however, end up ordering some Mozz sticks to start and by the end of the game (R.I.P. Team USA), we threw caution to the wind and ordered the Kahlua Brownie Sundae. So, how was the food? It was exactly what I expected it would be, in the best way. The mozzarella sticks were tantalizingly breaded, hot, with a yummy marinara sauce. The salad was spicy and the chicken was well cooked. The pulled pork sammy came with a side of cole slaw (a pairing that ranks up there with PB&J, grilled cheese and tomato soup, and bacon and eggs), which, according to him, was fantastic. (He scarfed it down in about 3 minutes, thus preventing me from taking a bite for myself. It's okay, I trust his judgment.) But the real star here is the brownie sundae. I ordered it thinking it'd be your run-of-the-mill mediocre pub dessert meant to be consumed only after several rounds of brew. NOT THE CASE AT WHISKEY'S. The sundae came out in an enormous goblet, overflowing with whipped cream and a little cherry on top shining like a beacon in the night. I ordered mine without nuts, but I imagine that typically the mountain of cream is doused in them, so order accordingly. The sundae is layered such that the brownie sits at the bottom, retaining its warm gooeyness while the generous heap of ice cream melts into it. The tower of whipped cream is just a bonus. You have to dig into it, and it may get messy, but let me tell you this dessert is DIVINE. So divine that I ended up devouring it almost entirely by myself. At 2pm. There are no excuses...except that it was absolutely and totally worth it. Other key points: our waitress was fantastic, the bar scene was hoppin', and the drinks were pretty tasty. I like you, Whiskey's. I like you a lot.
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Pauleena M.
Love the wings! food is cheap and good. I love going here for drinks and appetizers. Definitely recommend this place.
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Jill I.
My hot husband and I came here with out-of-town friends the Saturday before St. Patty's... we met up with a large group of other friends and I would say there were 12 - 20 people in our group at all times. We arrived around 1:30 or 2:00. I got a Blue Moon and Pistol Pete (my better half) got a Guiness and we started socializing. The bar itself was bar-ish ... nothing you haven't seen before. It was kinda crowded, being a big drinking weekend, but it wasn't wall to wall people and there was definitely room to move around. The bartenders provide plenty of T & A for the gentleman (or ladies) who are into that sort of thing... One beer turned into four and with the help of one shot of Jameson, we were feeling good and having fun. Though, when Pete's buddy asked for four car bombs (a shot of Baileys dropped into half a glass of Guiness and chugged quickly), we were told that they don't serve them because they are a "real Irish bar." Ummm...ok...whatever. We did decide to order some apps at that point and we got the steak quesadilla and some wings... the wings were good and the quesadilla was surprisingly tasty, and quite large. Anyways -- Double P and I went outside for a menthol treat and as we were walking out, I let the bouncer know we were heading out for a smoke and he acknowledged me and said, "Cool." Five minutes later, we were walking back in when the bouncer asked to see our ids... we got them out and handed them to him, only to be told that he "couldn't let us back in." I kind of laughed because I thought he was joking... he wasn't. He told us we were too intoxicated to enter the bar and that we were stumbling... I started arguing a bit and in an attempt to lighten him up, I said, "This is not me drunk. I get WAY more wasted than this." He said that he had already asked us to leave once and that if we didn't go immediately, he would call the police. The dude wouldn't even let us go in to close our tab... he had someone bring the cc slip over to us to sign. PS it was 4:15 at this point.... we had been there just over two hours -- so I averaged two beers and half a shot per hour, plus the food. Yeah. Totally inebriated. Give me a break, Whiskey's... here is why I will never enter your establishment again... A. It's St. Patty's weekend. You are going to see way worse drunks than a 30 year old married couple hanging out with other 30 year old couples. B. Our buddy who we met there had been drinking since 8am. Seriously. He set his alarm to wake up and drink. He couldn't form sentences but he wasn't asked to leave. Way to be accurately discerning, Bouncer. C. You are not a hotspot or even that cool of a place. And, this is Boston. I think I can find a million more Irish bars who don't call themselves "real Irish bars," it is just understood. Get over yourself.
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Amanda J.
So I went back the other day... and I need to lower my review ASAP. A friend and I went for burgers at lunch and waited nearly 40 minutes between ordering and getting the food. For burgers? Come on! Not to mention they were overcooked! I ordered medium rare, my friend ordered medium and they were both well, well done! Gross! Not to mention the fact that she never offered refills on drinks, didn't even check in on us and took forever to get the check after we asked. Sorry, but you're not getting a good tip after that...
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Tom D.
I took my dad, my brother, and his girlfriend here before heading to Fenway for a Red Sox game recently. My brother and the lady suggested Fire and Ice, but they go there every time they're in Boston (go ahead, make fun of the country folk who think Fire and Ice is fancy if you must), so I browbeat them into trying someplace different. My father perked up at the mention of barbecue, so we went to Whiskey's. Parts of my time here were ok, other parts, not so good, all adding up to an experience worthy of "meh". We arrived to a nearly empty restaurant for an early dinner/late lunch and were greeted first by a large pirate statue and then by a chickie-poo hostess who brought us to our table. It was very hot in the restaurant and the wooden booth was exceedingly uncomfortable. I will say, however, that the hostess did warn us that it would be rather warm by the windows, but we chose to ignore her advice and sit there anyways. Whoops! Our waitress was very nice, and dealt very well with my dad's brand of flirtatious banter. Service was definitely the highlight of this meal. Beverages were ordered and delivered quickly. I mean, there was no one else here, so if we had to wait a long time that would have been an automatic 1 star. My father was disappointed that the apple martinis are served with a cherry and not with a thin slice of of green apple floating in it. No, my father is not gay, he's just particular about his apple martinis, so he had a beer instead. My margarita was ok, but kind of watery. The food was pretty disappointing. They must use nasty frozen patties for their burgers because the greasy slab of meat they called a burger was this shade of gray all the way through, despite having ordered it medium. Also, I'm all for big burgers, but I actually had to bust out a fork and knife to eat mine it was such a sloppy mess. I tried a bit of someone's pulled pork and that seemd ok. The spinach dip appetizer was actually pretty decent, but damn, Whiskey's, you sure are stingy with it. That was a tiny bowl of dip to be shared among four people. My apologies to my family members for bringing them to such a mediocre place on a rare trip into Boston. To my brother, next time, I promise I'll listen to you and we'll go where you want, even if that is just Fire and Ice.
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Elle W.
I've only been here for brunch. The brunch is delicious! And very inexpensive. I love the atmosphere for brunch, great 80's and 90's music, fast service, and very quiet. I've tried the pricier places in back bay, and for the most part I'm unimpressed. I've been to brunch at Whiskey's about 3 or 4 times now, and I can't believe that nobody seems to know about this place. Great breakfast! I'm going back next weekend!
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Narissa S.
I've been here once before on a Saturday night, had the pizza and soda combo, however I'm not going to rate my experience off of Saturday night with alcohol in my system. I recently went on a Wednesday night. My wings were great , the convo I had with my colleagues was amazing but what really spoiled my appetite was the mouse scurrying around the area of the booths. 1 star rating more than likely wont be going back. They need to take care of the pest control!
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Joanna L.
Good place for meeting friends, doing shots, or bar specials. Food is super cheap, especially if you do the bar menu specials - but you get what you pay for. Not much better than a regular chain restaurant, but packs a bunch of young people and rowdy, fun atmosphere.
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Bill M.
Food was great, prices quite reasonable, but the service was not so good. We went twice on this trip to Boston, figuring the first server was new to the profession. She got some of the order wrong trying to do it by memory. The second time the server was far more concerned with flirting with some other customers than taking care of us. She blamed the kitchen for losing our appetizer order, brought out the entrees stone cold, then the appetizer and had to be reminded about the salads. The manager was kind enough redo the meals and to comp the whole meal after hearing how messed up it was.
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Lauren V.
This is probably my least favorite bar on Boylston. The service is slow if you are sitting and you will probably have to chase or stare down the waitress for the check. Minus one star. If you are standing and it is a weekend night you most likely can barely move it gets so cramped. Personally I hate being touched and the full-on contact with strangers as I try to sip a beer is not my idea of a good time. Minus one star for making drinking at the bar a full contact sport. Since you are so crammed in, getting to the bar is also tough. And once you are up there, getting the bartender's attention is about as likely as winning the lotto. Minus another star for making it so difficult to get a beer. If you do get a beer (and mind you, you are doing well at this point) chances are you will stop to block out the world and take a sip. That's when you will hear the trash playing on the speakers? She's my cherry pie? Awww..hell no. Minus yet another star for accosting my ears. So basically if you endeavor to be a teetotaling sardine, Whiskey's is your place. If not, go elsewhere.
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Elaine M.
I'm surprised how abysmal the ratings are for this place... but then again, I don't really go here for the night life. Actually, the only thing I go here for is the 10 cent wing special (I think it's Sun-Thurs before 11pm, Fri-Sat before 6pm... or something like that), and that, in itself, is quite awesome. Not only are these 10 cent wings ridiculously cheap, but they're actually pretty tasty. FYI, if you or someone in your party is out-of-state, be prepared to show a credit card as a second form of ID. My boyfriend showed his military photo ID as his second form of ID, and they wouldn't even take that -- they insisted it had to be a credit card. Strange rules, I tell ya.
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Alan W.
Not a bad place decent drinks and good vibe. I mainly come here when I'm with people from work because it's close to the convention center and an easy walk.
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Doug W.
Ehhh. It's a last resort kind of bar. The food isn't particularly good, the layout of the place is terrible, the staff is very hit or miss depending on who you get (in fairness, some of the spotty service is due to the layout), the bathrooms are miserable, and the crowd can be extremely annoying. It always feels like a glorified Hooters to me. Basically the only real thing that this place has going for it is the fact that it stays open until 2:00 and you can usually show up at 1:00 without having to deal with a line. With that said, you're MUCH better off going to either the Pour House or Solas- the Pour House will still serve you food up until 1:30, and Solas always seems like it serves drinks right up until 2:00 on the dot.
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Tom E.
Who was Whiskey? Why does he own a place selling tex-mex crap and beer? Does anyone actually come here for the Whiskey? (btw.. whiskey is the Irish spelling, whisky is the Scottish one). I came here for the steak. Mistake. Big, fat, stuck in my belly making feel unwell mistake. I should've known not to trust my steak-loving friend when he ordered his medium-well done. It wasn't good, it certainly wasn't cheap and the place is full of dicks. Maybe that's why the staff were so surly too. It was Saturday night so I had to declare two forms of ID to be let in and was given the full "dick we're watching you" look from the doorman. Who was a dick. ----------------------- So, this is a pretty scathing review - can I be at least constructive? Well, you could change the menu, sack the chef, lower the prices and portion sizes, serve better beers than Bud light, cut down on the OTT security, change the decor, cheer-up the waitresses, turn the volume down on the TVs, put buck hunter into a corner away from the dining, and buy better beef. But why bother? You are probably doing very well just now. I'm just not your target audience.
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Shelly A.
$2.50 apps from 4-7 M-F. These are really generous portions, too. Awesome nachos, mozzarella sticks, pig skins... fresh and yummy too. All cooked to order, rather than being premade and tossed in the microwave. It's pretty loud in here and gets warm because of the large crowds.
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Matthew K.
I only remember some of my time at Whiskeys. However, what I do remember was the drinks were good. That being said, the food certainly was not. I am not one to be picky about food, but cold food is bad food, sorry. Also, the bathroom wasn't clean, but I am not sure I really expected a clean bathroom in a bar.. haha Would I go back? Not my immediate choice, but I am sure i will at some point. The fact that its close to the convention center is a big draw to the group that I went with.
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Maria S.
Why this was rated as Boston's #1 Bar by Maxim magazine to this day puzzles me. It's sweaty, gross, and smelly. The crowd is as unattractive as it gets and mostly college students. I have been here at most twice (obviously not memorable). The food I think was decent, but nothing special. They do have wing specials which might be its saving grace, but since I'm not much into wings, that does nothing for me. I think I'm being very generous by giving it 2 stars. The place earned one, and the entertaining homeless guys that hang around the vicinity the other.
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Natasha A.
Great place to spend a weekend night drinking away. The place gets very packed, the music is just the right volume. Boylston street in general is very condusive to bar hopping as there are no covers. Whiskeys is definitely a staple and often the place where we end up staying for the entire night. Let the spirits flow!
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Jason O.
Horrible experience. Food takes forever and it's not even good.
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Fiat V.
Ok, I came here on a date and I ordered the Steak Tips. THE BEST STEAK TIPS TO HAVE!!!! That's what I ordered now. $11 for nice rare steak tips? You can't get that anywhere else!!! Service: Nice and friendly... super attentive and really worked well because my date had food allergy. Super accommodating! Food: I ALWAYS get the steak tips! Great price. Cost: (See Above) hint.. hint... I love beef! Ambiance: Loud towards the end of the night. A fun crowd with friends to go drinking and ample space if you want food and drinks. I'm a fan. Period!
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Tristan B.
Hey hot-shot, it's Friday night, are you in college (or want chicks that still are)? Do you wanna talk about the Sawx, drink bud light out of bottle cans, wear a white hat, get bizzay with hotties to the latest Jam'n 94.5 hits? If so, this place is for you! Totally not my scene, but somehow more tolerable than Daisy Buchanan's or the Foggy Goggle. Cheap booze, funny people, but it's typical meat market stuff later on.
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Kitty C.
went for the half-price deal at the bar recently. there were a lot of rules around the half-price apps and the wings deal, I just couldn't keep up. and they weren't posted anywhere either, so everything was just a surprise. the service was ok. drinks came quick but the tiny bar table we HAD to sit at was packed full and the empties were just hanging around for a while the beers on tap were all GROSS, like the lines hadn't been cleaned in a while. stick with the limited selection of bottles. the place is still sticky - tables, bathrooms, chairs, ugh EDITED TO ADD: The buck hunter game is all F'd up. don't waste your money
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Matt E.
Your typical Boylston bar grub beer hole. Except its just boring. Their menu is boring, burgers, chicken, things with bbq sauce on them. They could have done something ANYTHING to make them a tad different. I'm not looking for amazement here, I realize they aren't trying for that but a little effort. And the prices aren't that low for what you're getting. The interior is nothing special. Both times I've been there the waitress has sat us down only for another waitress to ask us to move 5 minutes later. It's simply disorganized. Their beer menu isn't that cheap and offers nothing aside from Bud, Sam, Harpoon. They had a small craft beer from Wisconsin called LeininKugel's which is about the only redeeming thing about the place.
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Mark I.
This rating is primarily for the wings. I had been here years ago for a few drinks and had seen their wings and they looked delicious. I finally was able to eat some of those wings this past weekend and they were great. Some of the best in boston, the hype is real. The rest of my food and drinks were good. Nothing super great about them, but nothing bad. A solid meal. Nice relaxed bar atmosphere with fun videos on the screens, kinda reminded me of clarks. My only issue with the wings was that they did not have a variety of heats. It was a good solid heat, but I like the opportunity to order them hotter or milder if I want. For all those negative reviews, go during a time when it is not so crowded, relax, and enjoy some really good wings.
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David T.
Ya.... NOT SO MUCH. definitely never coming back to this place. There is no room, crappy music, too much of a restaurant/bar combo that you get lost and overcrowded. The bartenders are idiots that were hired neither for their mixocology nor their looks. Yes, I went there. If you're gonna put someone behind the bar that doesn't know how to make a tokyo tea or an adios, they better at least look pretty enough for me to overlook their lack of any sort of skill. mind you, they had some kick-ass long islands there. but the overall combo of shitty bathroom, shitty service, really expensive drinks, lack of space, lack of skill behind the bar, and being full of pimply-faced college freshmen using their first fake... not ever again. and having happy hour from 11am-4pm?! are you frikkin KIDDING me? if you want to waste the time coming here, come here during the day for a meal or something.
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Geoffrey M.
Man, when the Red Sox are in the playoffs, and they are about two games from making the World Series, this is the place. It's one of the establishments that make you realize why Boston sports are so exciting to watch in Boston. Decent beer selection and a good food selection. Not only is this place a great night spot, but you can pop in for a great lunch as well. The service is excellent, even when it's packed to the gills so you shouldn't expect a problem. Be mindful, as Boston is a college town, lots of people are out on a Friday and Saturday night and the place gets packed, people get drunk, and things can get rowdy. I've witnessed a few scuffles while a student in Boston, but it always makes for a good time as long as you're not involved. All in all, I like this place a lot. If you're gonna watch the Sox, or just about any NFL team on gameday, you can expect you'll be able to get it on one of their many TVs if you want it. Enjoy!
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Emily F.
I've only been here to drink. Overcrowded loud sweaty nastiness. Undergrad assholes & those late 20's-30-something year olds still lurking around college girls dominate this place at night. If you want to get trashed and be around a lot of other sloppy drunks (which, lets face it, is sometimes what you want/need), this might just be your bar. **EDIT: It's much more tolerable around the 7-9pm range, you know, when people aren't there. Seems to draw the after-work crowd. Still, the girl's in short shorts working the bar weren't particularly attentive and their drinks were kinda weak.
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Jason F.
the good... the wings are really good, and 15 cents at the bar.. i ordered 10, and they gave me 13 or 14... the bad... they brought out the wings and the appetizers after they had been done cooking for some time, so they were lukewarm... and we didn't see out waitress at all for about 40 minutes. but overall, decent food for really cheap, can't really complain about that!
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JAMES E.
Love Whiskey's!! Every time I'm there the service is AMAZING! And I'm from the south (Mississippi) and this is about as close as you can get to good BBQ without doing it yourself. Love this place. Love the staff. This place would make anyone feel like they are born and raised here.. you never fill like a outsider at this bar. Love it!
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Pinky T.
I consider myself a nacho connoisseur, and the nachos here just weren't up to par. They used to have amazing buffalo chicken nachos, but they took if off of the menu. The chicken they use now tastes really sweet and ruins the whole 'cheesy greasy awesome' vibe that the nachos had going for them before. I won't go here late and night anymore, it's filled with your typical frat guy college kid, people get way too drunk and you can't even get to the bar. I'd probably go back for lunch since they had a huge BBQ menu filled with good stuff and great bar food that looked great, but overall the place is just not my speed.
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Christina K.
This place can be obnoxious at night- agreed. But on a Sunday afternoon I got a pretty decent lobster for $9.95 that came with fries and coleslaw. Yes, I'm a fan of that.
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D S.
It is what it is: a good bar for socializing/getting shitty on Boylston. The food is so-so, as are the drinks, staff, and the general company you'll find here.
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Susan D.
Five stars for the after-work crowd because it's a) not crowded at 5:30pm b) you can hear yourself think & speak c) great $2.50 appetizer specials from Sun-Thurs until 6ish d) 10 cent wings!!!! (on above days, 4ish-11pm) One star for a) carding at the door so early in the day b) not too attractive crowd into the evening I split the rating in half.
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Jorge G.
one of my favorite places after work. cheap wings and app specials are good. the bartenders, bouncers, and staff are always nice. the cheapest beer should be cheaper. you won't find a steal on drinks but they are all reasonably priced.
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Madeline C.
Foods alright - Cocktail list is decent. Halfprice apps during Happy Hour is a good deal. If your headed out on a Friday or Saturday I don't recomend this place because it gets so packed it can take 30 minutes to get a drink. If you go here for dinner i recommended the BBQ everything else is just bar food made poorly.
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Wanda M.
Security tried to get us to go somewhere else when we walked in. Said we would have better luck somewhere else if we were looking to order off the menu. Should have listened to him. Baked potato was cold. Bloody Mary was like drinking tomato soup. Fish and chips were only saved by the delicious tartar sauce. Really loud, not easy to hear the person sitting next to you.
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Sergio M.
I'm only giving 3 starts because they have a really good promotion for chicken wings at 10 cents per wing during off peak times but I had a very bad experience a couple months ago when I went in the restroom. I saw the dirtiest bathroom I've ever been to. It's worse than a gas station restroom in a forgotten town in Mexico. The floor is sticky and dirty. The tables at sticky as well some times. The food is not bad and the service isn't bad either. Good place to drink beer and watch sports.
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Dianne M.
This is always a stop on an afternoon of bar hopping in the Back Bay. Try the hot wings on certain days they are very cheap and good
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Thuy Tien L.
Ew. Boston's decent bars are generally either sketchy but cheap and ridiculously fun for the college crowd or really trendy and overpriced for the local yuppies (which could include college students...). Whiskey's is neither. It's just... kinda gross. Free tortilla chips if you're drinking after 11. Something about serving food with all the liquor.
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Jahan M.
I went for the cheap wings, but they were toothpicks, and the booze was crazy over priced. People seem to like the place though, it's usually busy whenever i go. Save you cash for something cheaper and tastier.
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Edward T.
Pretty much everything hat I was going to say about this place has been said.... just wanted add one more thing. There was some crazy nun-like waitress going around and cutting people off. She even "cut off" someone that wasn't drinking alcohol. Last call at 1:30???? very interesting. only gave it 2 stars because they serve alcohol..... sometimes.
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wsl l.
I agree with Katia M. "This is a bar that I should probably hate - but I dont." Its a great place to chill after work -(earlier in the week) with friends and have a few beers and .. yes.. their .10 wings night. They play music videos for the cable deprived and they used to have that game machine that was stupidly addictive and fun.. BRING that BACK!! In short, stick with your friends and dont expect great service. Eat your wings, drink your beer and dont talk to the strangers!
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A M.
First thing that comes to mind is .....are you f-in kidding me?????? What a joke this place is. I went there to catch the Pats game thinking great place to watch a game....right? WRONG!!!! We walked in and stood at the door for about 5 minutes wondering where to sit. I'm still not sure if it is a seat yourself establishment as there was no sign indicating such. We decided to grab a bar table. We proceeded to sit there for another ten minutes with no acknowledgment whatsoever. There were at least 3 servers standing around and not one came over to the table. Hello.....don't you work on TIPS??? Finally, as one was walking by I asked her if we could order some drinks and food. Apparently the bartenders are responsible for the bar tables and they are too busy to come over so she told us to go to the bar to order. No problem. I ordered the nachos and was asked for my credit card to hold the tab. I couldn't help but asked the bartender if the nachos would be delivered or would I have to pick them up! The nachos were in fact delivered and never once were we acknowledged after that.....not for drinks, to ask how things were, NOTHING. Believe me I wasn't looking for 5 star service but c'mon.
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Mathieu B.
We get in, we needed a place to get a cheap lunch. We ask if they got a beer-menu. They don't So the girl tells us all the beer they got without posing between each beer. SamIPAUFOCoorsLightBudLightBudweiser...I hardly joke and say: If I was slightly an asshole i'd ask you to repeat. Which all my friend found funny 'cause them too hardly understood anything with the jukebox music and the crowd speaking as loud as possible. In Montreal we got some places like that called La Cage aux sports (it's a franchise) which is a family version for kids too. The difference is that it's cheaper, crowded with adults but still feels like a place for teenagers. I just knew this was the kind of place annoys me more then gives me little fun.
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Lanoi P.
yet another standard boylston bar with the usual mixture of suits, college kids, and lazy back bay residents. 10...wait wait 15 CENTS wings are deliciously bad for you. I will like to note however the difference good service makes, don't know her name but there was one bartender who despite dealing with drunks all day long manages to keep a smile on her face. hell it was weird to even see a bartender smile and say a simple "sure definitely!" ooohhh be still my weak jaded Boston heart. sometimes all it takes is some good service!
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Mihir P.
This place USED to be good - in my day. Very good drinks, friendly staff, decent food (especially the spicy calamari), cool crowd and a clean space. I enjoyed my first post 21 years here but now I don't know what happened. I can try to figure it out though. They renovated the place in the late 90's and put the bar in the center of the room and somehow everything else went down hill. Sticky floors and bar, dirty and sticky glasses for your drinks, bartender putting his fingers in your shots to pass them to you. This obviously upset the customers and then the staff since no one seems to give a shit anymore - hosts, bartenders, waitstaff etc. And of course customers still tip for the fear of not getting served or stared down. The only reason I gave this place two stars is that I am in hopes that someday Whiskey's will clean up its act - pun intended.
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Ryan D.
I just got back from Whiskey's for dinner and, to be honest, it wasn't a very good experience. Doesn't explain why I'm giving the place four stars, does it? Well, anyone who follows me on FourSquare knows that I spend at least 2 nights a week supping at Whiskeys. Yes, I usually order the same 5 or 6 items, and I've never bothered ordering anything other than Blue Moon to drink - except the one time they had Pumpkinhead around Halloween last year - but I'm rarely disappointed. The waitresses probably recognize my father and I by now, and i'm fairly on a first-name basis with the doormen, but I can't say I'm upset about that. The chances that my dad and I get better service than some other clientele might be pretty high due in part to the facts that a) we always tip well and b) 49 times out of 50, we're waited on by cute girls who are just trying to improve their keep for the night. This is par for the course. Whiskey's employs almost entirely women, and depending on when you go, they may or may not be appropriately dressed (tonight, they were; Friday night at 11, they won't be). The only reason tonight wasn't great was because there was a large party hooting and hollering and making general fools of themselves, taking up the attention of the wait staff and really cramping the atmosphere - I appreciate a monday night party as much as the next grad student, but when everyone in your group of 30 is laced at 6 on that monday night, you don't have a party, you have a group of AAs in training. Anyhow, as with any restaurant, large parties showing up unannounced slow the service down. It happens. It's not a big deal. They slow the kitchen down. It happens, it's not a big deal. They might even cause some of the kegs to need changing. Again, it happens. Nothing that happened tonight was particularly poorly-done, it just didn't click the way it usually does. No big, I just decided now would be a good time to tell the world about it. If you're looking for beer, the selection at Whiskey's is solid, draft or bottles. If you're looking for margaritas, this is one of many right places along Boylston street. I will admit that the Red Bulls and Grey Goose are a little pricey, but if you're ordering something that top-shelf, you deserve to pay a lot for it - it's the treasury's way of teaching you a lesson. If you're looking for quality bar food, there's no reason to look elsewhere. Fried, Starched, BBQed, Salted, Cheesy, Spicy, name it, they've got it. The nachos are particularly good, and the pulled pork sandwich - they do pride themselves on their BBQ, after all - is pork perfected. The Steak tips are another signature item, but don't be distracted by the more mealy items. From 4-7 during the week, they have half-price appetizers at the bar. Take advantage of this. And don't stop. From 10-1 Sunday through Wednesday, they have 99 cent 12-inch pizzas with the purchase of an alcoholic drink. You might think a 99 cent pizza late at night wouldn't be that good - you're wrong. It's absolutely delicious, and it's a shame they don't serve it in the dining room during normal mealtime hours. I digress. There are a lot of good things about Whiskey's, and its atmosphere on the weekends and during Sox and Celtics games is great. The staff is always friendly. The food is always tasty, if imperfectly done. The beer is always cold. The TVs always have a great game or great music blaring from them, and there isn't a seat in the house where you can't see them. And if you don't agree with me, step around the block to Daisy Buchanan's on Newbury Street. It won't take long for you to see what you're missing.
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Kathleen A.
I always have a great time here, drinking a beer or two or three and eating 15 cent wings! I've tried the buffalo chicken quesadilla too and it was pretty good. Very chill place, fun crowd..great for watching sports games.
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Erica D.
I don't know what our servers problem was. We came in for a birthday party / patriots game. She nagged us 4 times about ordering food when we told her each time that we DEFINITELY WERE going to be ordering we just needed a minute to look at the menu. She was a rude, miserable little thing that ignored us, then baggered us, then completely forgot when we did askfor something. Note to Whiskey's - there are PLENTY of other bars in Bboston with pub grub, beers and TVs.
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Hailey T.
Despite some of the less than flattering reviews, I saw nothing wrong with this place whatsoever. No, it's not an upscale bar, but no, it doesn't fit the definition of bar. In my opinion, if they serve food that is safe for consumption, it's just not a dive bar to me. On that note, the chicken tenders were good, as were the nachos. A friend had the shrimp and he said that was pretty solid, no, not as great as an upscale place, but what do you honestly expect from a bar and grill? It was a great place for our group to gather on a busy Thursday night to celebrate a birthday. Yes it was loud, but not so loud we had to scream at each other. Service was prompt and friendly, that's important to me. We had fun and enjoyed it. Give it a whirl!
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Iska B.
I've only been here on a non-weekend night and it was very calm and empty. I liked their fancy martinis which weren't too expensive considering. I've had the same thing for much more at other places. It was a Sunday night and people were just sitting and chatting and watching whatever game was on TV. Totally fine. The reason for the three stars is that there were two really wasted old guys who basically decided that two girls (my friend and I) who were unaccompanied clearly wanted company. It was really annoying and in the end the girl at the bar had to tell them to back off. Kinda ruined the nice drink we were having. Maybe that's just Sunday night...the day when sketchy old dudes come.
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KebShi L.
this place is poppin when the celtics or sox are playing. good chicken wings and friendly servers. the drinks come as hard and as fast as u order them.
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Stephanie J.
I've had a few nights here that I had a tolerable time, which is why this is two stars instead of one. But man. Whiskey's. Each time is worse than the last, and this weekend was no exception. Bartenders and waiters who only had two moods: asshole and crazy. Food that was greasy and terrible (and I ate all of it. Whoops.) and beer. The beer was good. Really, don't go here - unless you're drunk enough that no matter where you are, you'll have a good time.
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Missus F.
they can charge 10 cents for wings because they charge $9 for a small cup of ice with a faint dribble of grateful dead deliciousness. it was sort of alright.
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Meg B.
10 cent wings Sun - Th til 11pm. They were actually pretty good... some places don't really lather a lot of sauce on the wings but my first order of 10 was covered and quite good. At one point I noticed someone sitting at a table with what looked like a strawberry margarita. I thoroughly enjoy margarita action so I ordered one for myself. If I do go back, I'll be all over another one. It was surprisingly good and it looked like it was made with real strawberries not just some strawberry flavored mix. The down side and hence the three star review: Since I wanted some cheap wings, I wanted to sit down... (Note: this was around 830pm on a thursday). Most of my friends were ordering straight from the bar so I tried to sit down at one of the tables nearby. The waitress was adamant about ordering a drink to go along with the wings if i was to sit there. I wasn't going to order wings without a drink, I just was more interested in the wings at the moment of ordering... One my friends tried to sit down too but she insisted that they not sit if they weren't ordering from her. The wings took a long time to get too. I mean I understand that a 10 cent wing night isn't gonna result in a high tip and working a table next to the bar area is gonna suck but you could be a little bit friendlier...
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Jeremy F.
apparently this is also the "hooters" of boylston street. theres really not much else to say, i mean yeah they have golden tee and buck hunter but aside from that it's your standard booze bar + boobs. got some onion rings which weren't bad and my buddy grabbed some wings which were surprisingly good.
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Morgan G.
The only reason I give Whiskey's a 2 is that when you come early in the day, it's not bad... rather, it becomes bearable. Otherwise, it's crowded to over-capacity, you have to struggle to get your drink order to the bar and it's too loud to stop to hear the person next to you without screaming your lungs out, or getting them swept away in a crowd of drunkards. One time I came on a Sunday afternoon for lunch and football with friends and the power went out and they refused to take my food order. Because apparently, walking back to the kitchen to give a handwritten order is too much trouble or too difficult. I left and went to Pour House where I got VERY good bar fare food for MUCH MUCH CHEAPER. If my friends tell me that they're at Whiskey's for the night, 9 out of 10 times I stay home. That 1 time is when I'm already drunk and it doesn't matter anymore.
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jonathan u.
Have you ever been at a frat party where girls are "supposed" to be on their way? Well that's Whiskeys. They have great bartenders, and I think that's there saving grace. I dont know why else to go here, it always crowded but not in a good way its like you constantly feel in the way. Plus I think its the training wheel bar, cause you will never see more barely 21 kids. Honestly I don't know why I've been here as many times as I have...but it strangely compelling so for some reason I end up there hoping it will be good....stay for one beer then leave.
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Elvis N.
great spot for a chill night in Boston, regardless of whatever day of the week. you can find the bars to be close to impossible to get a drink on a friday and saturday, but so is any other good bar in Boston.
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Pramee M.
15 cent wings! nuff' said. But, the service on the other hand is a different story. We gave up a table where we would be the only table in the section for a high-top. Our waitress was in the middle of training someone, which being a former waitress, I understand the game, but still. Every bone-filled plate on our table was picked up, except one (not sure of the logic behind this). But when we asked to get a new plate after the second set of wings came, the waitress picked up the plate that was dirty, but didn't replace it with a clean one and my friend was left holding a wing in his hand while we waited another 10 minutes for her to bring another plate. Then we ask for another beer and a refill on a coke. The beer took about 10 minutes, and my coke another 20 minutes after that. Getting the bill was another challenge. Not to mention taking off the Bombay Sapphire and Tonic that noone ordered.... I will try going back, only for the wings, but I would suggest that the waitstaff learn how to efficiently wait tables. There is no reason that at any given point, we either see all 20 waitresses huddled around or none at all for minutes on end. AND when it was not that busy.
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Stephanie T.
i mean, if you just left fenway and are wearing a red sox jersey and are wicked hyped on being surrounded by 7493274893274983272 who also fit that description.... have fun! beers are averagedly priced (i think the draft light beers were like $4), we were told chips & salsa were free, then that they were $2.50 and then as we were being served that they were $5.... for a TINY condiment sized plastic container of salsa and a plate of (i will admit... ridiculously delicious) chips. but apparently they have cheap, yummy wings - but so does everywhere else in boston. so, if you are looking to hang out on boylston and enjoy SPORTS, you will probably enjoy whiskeys. i, personally, will be found elsewhere!
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Andrew C.
This may be the worst bar in Boston. Went there on a Saturday night with a few people and was not impressed one bit. The bartenders looked like they hated their life, and would not serve us 4 beers and 2 shots because "we didn't have enough people." I have never known a bar to turn down money for drinks but apparently this bar doesn't care about that. The crowd as a bunch of melvins who thought they were on top of the world when in reality they were just punk college kids. It was extremely crowded, couldn't move around, the bathrooms were disgusting. One of the so called "bouncers" came up to us and told us we had to sit down instead of standing up next to the table. It must be important to not be standing up in a bar on Saturday night when there were about 100 other people doing it. We made sure to leave our mark when we left and I can assure you we will never be back there again. The worst bar in Boston by far. I do not recommend it.
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Angie G.
everytime i go to whiskeys, i forget how average and not awesome the food is. drinks = meh. whatevs. extra point for having lobster. thats it. reasons why whiskeys hasnt won my heart over: nachos are lame. ive had much better. how hard is it to have a plain steak? can someone PLEASE consistently stock your veggie of the day? i hate it when im told its broccoli and instead i get green beans. space = cramped bathroom = downstairs = asking for a drunk slip, fall, and break neck.
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Lindsay D.
Some people really like Whiskey's. I'm not one of them.
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Lisa O.
Whiskey's might bear the distinction of being the only Boston bar that I refuse to return to. I'm not generally a picky person when it comes to bars, but the horrible service I received from the staff was unparalleled. First off, don't come here with an out-of-state ID unless you're prepared to cough up at least one other form of ID. Even if you're 30 and look it (I'm not, thankyouverymuch) the bouncers will look you up and down distrustingly as they scrutinize your ID and credit card. Once in, the bar is PACKED with sorority-type girls and the grossest of white-hat frat boys I've ever seen. It's nearly impossible to get around the bar. This all would have been okay (and they might have hung on to three stars) if the following situation hadn't occurred. My roommate and I decided to hit up Whiskey's for a few drinks before meeting friends a little bit later. I ordered 2 drinks and handed the bartender my debit card for the bill ($15 for 2 weak drinks). Instead of putting the slip and card on the bar like a normal person, she tried to hand me the slip, card and a pen, all with one hand. Since this is almost impossible, she dropped my card behind the bar. I went ahead and signed the slip while she looked for it, certain that I'd be getting my card back a few seconds later. Nope. She can't find it. And isn't really willing to look since there's tips to be made elsewhere. She glanced around for a minute or two and called the manager over. He told me I could call back around 3:30 after they closed to see if anyone came across it while cleaning. No apologies, no comped drinks, and no way for Lisa to pay for the rest of her fun night out. Even though I was seething a little, I did in fact let a friend buy my drinks for the night and called back at 3:30 like instructed. No card. They can't find it. Now, if you've seen the bar at Whiskey's, you'll know there's only a limited place it could be! So why the hell can't anyone find it? They told me to call back in the morning, just in case. So I did. And they couldn't open the register to tell me if it was there, so they told me to come in in a few hours. Since I was headed that way anyway, I did. Still no debit card and no way to pay for ANYTHING ALL WEEKEND. Where the hell could this thing have gone?!?!? I spoke to another manager who couldn't explain where my debit card could be residing and still didn't offer an apology for my inconvenience. This is completely unacceptable. I understand accidents happen, but I don't understand treating your customers like they're disposable. I had to cancel my card and get a new one, and I'm pretty sure my old one is still hanging out behind the bar at Whiskey's. Hopefully that shitty, bitchy bartender isn't. Either way, I won't be back.
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Jennifer D.
My coworker and I had a fun time at this bar. It gets really crowded, but the bartenders were fun and they've got decent beers on tap. We got to know the manager, and he played Journey for us. I sent my other coworkers to this place and they complained that there were a lot of dudes at this joint. However, I have to add that they have really hot female waitresses that work there to make up for it.
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Lily H.
I think Whiskey's might exist solely to feed the conventioneers across the street, but they have weekly specials that get people riled up: 15 cent wings at the bar. There are also pizza specials Sat/Sun/Mon. I can't say too much about the setting, either, because it reminds me more of a chain restaurant than anything else. BUT, if you are out with people who want some decent American food that's not crazy Back Bay fancy or expensive, this place might be worth checking out.
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Charoline D.
I think my first real visit to whiskeys, can be summed up in one sentence: "Are you wearing any underwear?" Yes, it's hard to believe that men actually say these things, hoping to evoke a positive response. But what IS the positive response? Do you want me to say "no"? Do you want me to describe them to you? Whatever my response, I was sure to make it unsatisfactory. "Yes" *looks back into drink, stirs ice cubes, checks email via phone, looks off into the mountains*. This is the event that pretty much epitomized my typical experience with men in Boston, but lo! These were Princeton graduates! Classy! We didn't have a hard time getting in, there was no line, and the doorman liked my hair. Can you blame him, a fresh trim and a dye job, I mean fuck! Thanks, lovey. Our bartender took the pleasure of earning herself a 25% tip by not bringing us back our change back from our twenty dollar bill. Like what? Did you forget? Man, I don't even know what's going on. The cocktail waitresses are wearing sequined santa hats and jean cut off shorts. Again, what? May I remind you that its December 22nd? Is this a Christmas in July sale, just a wee 5 months too late? Do I get a free printer when I purchase a powerbook? Free snow tires and rust proofing? The crowd wasn't too douchey surprisingly, but I'm going to assume that many of the college locals probably went home for the holiday, and hall-e-fucking-loo-yah that they did, I'm finding myself longing for the summer months when I could run free through the bar unhindered by bro dudes asking me about my major and girls with DB bags, Uggs, and Northface Jackets. But for now, I'll just be setting myself on fire and frolicking towards the back, the scent of burning hair left lingering on your clothes. DESTROY.
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Kree K.
good stuff for good price.
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I D.
This place is good compared to the other bars around that side of Boylston st. I came here on a Saturday night with a group of 7, and we were lucky enough to not be squished around the bar area and got a booth. I was not pleased when the waiter brought out my vodka soda water without the vodka!!!!! Although he was really nice when I told him and didn't question it and got me a new drink. He also gave us chips and salsa on the house because of the mistake....sure, they were cold and not great, but it was free and soaked up the vodka and the tequila shots.
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Antonio Z.
Never seen 15 cent wings before, they were probably worth all 15 cents, but I'm not too sure. Spinache and Artichoke dip was good. They had a good selection of beers, though kinda pricey, but not outrageous for Boston. Waitresses are cute, but slow, so I guess it evens out, or not. Do yourself a favor and head down the block to the Pour House.
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Diane I.
i'm kind of embarassed that i've been here twice. it feels like all the tourists who just got done shopping at the prudential center head over here to end the night. but for good reason...its probably the cheapest beer you'll find within a half mile radius. not to mention they have video games. some schmuck left 2.50 on the moose hunt game. SCORE. i kicked some butt - as usual (i'm southern... we shoot guns for fun).
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Sara B.
I have never liked Whiskey's, yet at midnight you'll see people standing in a line that wraps around the corner. Don't go to this bar if you want to have a conversation with the people you're with, listen to good music, or have easy access to reasonably priced beer - because the place is loud and way too crowded, the music stinks, and there is one bar staffed with four bartenders who barely look at you, let alone serve you their overpriced beer. It takes 20 minutes to get a beer, and even then it requires pushing. On the other hand, if you're looking for a crowd full of college girls/guys, young tourists, and people who drove in from the suburbs, then this might be the place for you. My suggestion in general: don't go there unless you've already had more than a few drinks. Otherwise, you'll be disappointed.
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Benny D.
Good for the really cheap FIFTEEN cent wings. They WERE 10 cents and then my friends from work would get out every night at 10 and head over there... we must have had about 90 wings a night and only 2 beers. Needless to say they were losing money so after about 3 steady weeks of this and gaining 5 pounds Whiskeys officially increased the price! Well I've only back once since the dramatic increase and I ordered dinner plus the wings just to have them. I smuggled them from the bar to my table because you are supposed to eat them at the bar and a waiter actually came over and told me the manager was going to get mad. DO i care? Whats he going to do kick me out for not eating the food at the bar??? Get outta my face! Git! uGH YOU JUST LOST A STAR! AND WHATS WITH THOSE RANDOM BLACK CHICKEN WINGS?? SHOULD I NOT EAT THOSE??
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Megan W.
Food? They serviced food there. I only remember drinks....and boys.... and the good ol college days. OH and their light up plastic ice cubes....those deserve a star alone!
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Dana L.
If you like to watch the games with 3,000 of your closest friends (packed so tight that its hard to move), come to Whiskey's. They have some pretty nice plasma screens, and if you position yourself just right, you can be semi-comfortably in front of one without being in the line of traffic. Also a decent place for drinking with friends, although the ambiance is more in the B-/C+ range than anything higher. There are lots of places on Boylston Street - this place doesn't really distinguish itself, but its not too bad of an attempt either.
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Lori I.
Lets just say I was a regular at Whiskey's for years when I lived in Boston. It was my works after work bar and I lived next door on Gloucester street for 3 years. So normally during my wedding week I wanted to take my wedding guests there after a sox game to show them where I used to have all fun my when I lived in Boston. Not only did I not know a soul who worked in the joint I was just totally shocked at how much this place had changed and not for the good. First of all it was a Wednesday night and the bar was dead. I brought in close to 30 people to celebrate our upcoming nuptials and this bar staff couldnt have been any ruder to me and my guests. We were questioned on buying shots. Like who they were for and that they could only serve four at a time. I have NEVER in my life heard such a thing. They even cut a friend off who barely drinks and who had one beer the whole night. When I questioned them I got complete attitude from every waitress, bartender and even the manager. I was totally disgusted and embarrassed by how poorly these people were acting in this place. Their whole attitude was unreal. I dont know who those lil girls think they are with their little tight outfits on. I wasnt impressed and neither were any of my friends. They wouldnt allow any of us to order shots or drinks at this point so I exchanged some words with both the bartender and their manager and let them know how poorly they were portraying Boston. I took my party and went to the Pourhouse who was happy than heck to have us there and we ordered as many drinks and shots as we wanted. So I am just letting you know if you want to go there this is what you are in for! So disappointed by this bar considering how much business I had given them in the 3 years I lived there. I hope their owner knows all of their staff is a bunch of rude people who are not welcoming to any of their customers.
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Charlene L.
You don't go here for quality food, let's face it. You go here because it's cheap, there are lots of peeps here, and it's centrally located for everyone to get started on a night out. Bartending? Hrm. Had to teach bartender how to do a raging bull. Ghetto.
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Sean L.
Checked this place for a Beer and a burger for lunch the other week. Honestly, it was probably the best burger I have ever had. Good selection of beer, I had a Newcastle of course :-) Only thing was I couldn't tell if my waitress was being sassy or just a bitch, either way it was hot, and so was she.
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michael m.
A step up from a college bar, this place is still mildly frat party-esque. It can take forever to try to bust through the bar line, so don't even bother -- grab a cocktail waitress. The place can get really crowded, really fast. I've never had a problem grabbing a place to sit, whether at a dinner booth or a bar table. The bar tables are a lot harder to get on wing nights, though (Sunday -- Thursday). Standard 10 cent wings, but they are amazing here. Also try the jack skins with bacon -- yum. There's a pretty good selection of beers -- I think 18 on tap. UFO, Magic Hat #9, IPA, Sam & Sam Seasonal, plus your obligatory Bud & Bud Light. As far as the bouncers go, I've never had a problem at the door. ID and usually a back up, but they don't take more than a few seconds to look at it. I've never been hassled or inconvenienced at all, and I barely look 18, let alone 21.
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Erin A.
I don't know why the majority of reviewers have such an issue with this place. It's perplexing at the very least. Every time I have come here there has been at least one amazing, friendly and knowledgeable bartender. Yes they employ more than their share of mindless women but I normally eye the one competent bartender and they are my go to guy or girl for the rest of the night. And they are always amazing. Super friendly, have no issue chatting with you and always offering up a new drink or beer to try. AND they always let you try a beer before you order a pint. Most places in Boston would look at you like you were crazy if you asked to try first. The doormen have always been polite. My guess is if you're not an asshole and not looking to cause trouble, how much interaction other than "ID Please" and "Have a nice night" are u having with the door staff? 15 cent wings are delicious and HUGE. Honey buffalo? I'm in love. We had 5 beers and 10 wings last night and our bill was 25 bucks. Not bad, beers anywhere in Boston run 5 bucks. It's expected and the norm. I like the staff, the atmosphere and the fact that it's like MTV circa 1989 on the TV's where they always play the video for the song that's playing in the bar. FUN. Don't let the reviews deter you, give Whiskey's a shot. My guess is if you're not a drunk idiot, you will like the place.
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Natalie K.
whiskey's holds a special place in my heart. it is where i celebrated my 21st birthday and where i met my husband! good selection of beers and great wings!
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Amanda G.
I'm scoring it based on what whiskeys is, a big loud (mostly college) bar. I think it's an ok place to meet up with some friends. There is a bunch of seating, but it's hard to get late at night. There are always lines and once you get in it's so crowded you can't really move anyway. The actual bar is huge but there isn't enough space around it. Crowd is college to professionals and mostly your typical american.
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Beth M.
Oh Whiskey's....how I loved you when I was 21! This is another one of those places I loved so much and keep going back to it, but its just never the same. The last time I was there I think I was literally the oldest person in the bar and I'm only 25! I think I am just past the age of body shots and fake ID's. However, my sister and I did trick the bouncers into believing that were we twins and that I was 21, and one other time having them believe my sister was 24. Both time my then younger sister was not of legal drinking age and would just use my ID...the same ID I would then show 10 minutes later. So for all of you under 21 year olds with a fake...this is the place to be!
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Brenda K.
love this place! My son goes to berklee college of music and we were looking for a place to take him to lunch..very good food, no complaints!
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Sean B.
I have to agree with the most recent poster. Whiskey's used to be a must visit on any back bay put crawl, but last night I was there for the first time in years and the staff treated everyone like criminals. It seems every man working there has a serious chip on his shoulder and is looking to start a fight. After closing we were standing on the street outside the bar and the waitstaff were still yelling insults and being rude. What was once a good bar and a great grill now seems to be staffed by coke-addled perma-dicks who don't know anything about making drinks or providing good service. A sad decline for what passes as an old institution on Boylston St.
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Melissa B.
Headed here after HK to find people in my demographic box. I guess, I found it? Not quite sure. Lots of randomness going on. It was packed and lots of imbibed, friendly people. That's always a good thing. I like all the plasmas but the music videos distracted me from the happenings around me. Perhaps I wanted to be distracted since I wasn't on the same inebriated wave length. It was a long night that needed to come to an end. Didn't hate it but no love either. I'm guessing there's better bars on Boylston. I certainly hope so.
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Bella and Aleksey R.
My husband wants to give this place four stars. Ok. But I would say this is mostly so if you are a college student and your priority is to get your top dollar for chicken wings. Boy, are you in luck here, because Monday-Thursday are 10 cent wing days, yes, each wing is only 10 cents. It is a typical sports bar place, to me. Zzz.
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Patrick K.
Great place. Perfect for a game. Solid beer and cocktail list and good food. Great service. Just an all around great place.
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Eric S.
Only been here at night. Gets crowded easily. Lots of college kids. Staff's alright, no problems with the bartenders.
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Sue W.
I haven't been to Whiskey's since I was in college but the place hasn't changed much since then. I met up w/ some friends after work for the 10 cent wings deal and some drinks. Beware that the wings can get really hot after eating about 5... but I guess that's why you wash it down w/ some beer =D The place wasn't too crowded during the time we were there but I did notice that at every table, everyone was pretty much munching on the cheapo wings (deal on Sun-Thurs 4pm-11pm only). Great (cheap) place to hang out after a stressful day at work...
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patrick w.
expensive frat party. do I need to say more?
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Katia M.
This is one of those bars that I should probably hate, but for whatever reason, I don't. It's generally a younger crowd, and on weekends it gets packed. As long as I've got a place to sit, I'm a happy camper. Oh, and ten cents for wings? Yeah, can't really beat that, can you? Best for happy hour during the work week, but I'll do a weekend night occasionally.
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Jen R.
Place is ok. Food is ok. Its pretty much a bar that serves some food. Very young crowd. Lobsters are surprisingly good- and their price can't be beat.
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sunny n.
Pretty Average Bar...Lots of plasmas which is cool for a game...I tried the Nachos and that said it all to me about the food here...ughhh....It can get pretty busy here around the weekends ....the restrooms are in the basement which is a bitch!!! Decent selection of drinks and reasonable...the decor is a mix bag of ur american - irish - texmex...feel..whatever the hec that means..ya so no theme there..don't mind swingin by here once in a while for a drink..or game cheer!!
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Irene F.
I like this place a lot! Great location to booze it up with your friends. It gets loud and crowded, but usually in a good way. The best thing to do is to try to grab a table (there are usually a bunch empty) and flag down a waiter or waitress...that way you don't have to fight your way to the bar! It's a good place to stop off on your way down boylston, or to sit and drink heavily at all night. I highly recommend the grape crush shots, they're rather fabulous...or maybe that's just my fuzzy memory...
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Chase W.
Whiskey's makes me sick to my stomach. Reeeeallly? Really. It's a freakin meat market sweat shop with people pouring booze down their throats as quickly as possible. Crowd is the college/just out of college crowd, and you're gauranteed to see somebody get into a fight. Food Sucks too. I throw a tantrum everytime somebody says we're going here. If I'm going to go somewhere sucky, it should at least suck in good ways, and this place doesn't. I'll give it 2 stars just cuz you know if you walk in here, you're going to see some funny poeple make asses of themselves. Man am I in a bad mood today or something!? ;)
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Kristina G.
Not the best veggie burger I've had, but I can't go in here as a vegetarian with any expectations. Our waitress was very nice, prompt, and helpful. The menu has lots of carnivore-type food for all you meat lovers out there.
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John B.
My friend and I went to celebrate him leaving for Afghanistan ... and the bartenders were very unfriendly and rude. I will never go back. Take the stick out of your ... girls. And the food was terrible.
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Timmy S.
I've never been through their doors where I wasn't hassled by the bouncers. I understand wanting to run a tight ship and being uber-careful on the age/approriateness of the evening's patrons, but the authority-abusive bouncers employed by this establishment ruin a good evening before you can say "lets get this party started."
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Mike M.
If ever there were a restaurant that could benefit from the use of those vibrating pagers that tells you a table is available, Whiskey's is it. After the hostess told me and my girlfriend to wait in the bar for a few minutes, we watched at least three other parties that showed after we did get seated. Nothing makes patrons feel welcome like having to remind the staff that you're waiting for a table. There is also an extreme frat-party vibe. Maybe it was due to the baseball game that was on, it being a Saturday night, or the impending return of the college folk to Boston, I don't know. Lots of loud groups of meatheads pounding down Coors Light and the occasional holdover from the metrosexual revolution, complete with pencil-thin chinstrap "beard". Anyhow, I got the "Smokehouse Chicken BBQ", or some variation of those three words. It was around $10 and it was delicious. It was half a chicken, corn on the cob, fries, and baked beans. The chicken was juicy, the corn wasn't dessicated, the fries were good, and the beans were amazing. It took maybe two bites to realize that what made the beans so good was bacon. My lady got the pulled chicken sandwich. After a few bites of my meal, hers tasted like a hot dog to me. Weird. We also got honey BBQ wings as an appetizer, they were also very good. I think if we had gone earlier, it would have been less populated, and therefore a more enjoyable experience.
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Andres M.
If you are looking for a place in nice area of town with loud MTV music playing, a very traditional menu and not-so-exciting food then this restaurant is for you.
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Lauren W.
I don't know what I can say about a place that has 38 reviews already that hasn't been said before. So, I'll try to sum up my experiences. What I liked about Whiskey's is that their BBQ is very good for Boston and the prices aren't too bad. What I don't like, and this is going to make me sound old, but it's a bar first. You get carded when you first walk in, by a huge bouncer, and it's super loud. My final decision with this bar is that this will be a great place to watch a game and munch on some BBQ. Otherwise, it will be too loud to enjoy anything, both the food and a conversation.
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Anna P.
Meat-market galore...and no, it has nothing to do with the ribs and wings.
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Alex G.
I'm not sure this place is worth checking out on the weekends. Crammed, the crowd surrounding the bar eerily paralleled a frat keg line plus 5 or 7 years. Pushing my way through to the bar, I got what was easily one of the worst vodka and club sodas in my life. I heard they have great burgers, but no food after 11. The staff was not particularly friendly, welcoming, or timely; but alot of the waitresses were hot. Good location if you feel like crawling on...
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Alan N.
in nyc, whiskey's would be like, hmm...mercury bar on a thursday or saturday night. let's see. it's overly packed, the bartenders are wearing very unflattering cut off shorts, and there's a lot of over-the-top PDA going on in here. miller lite bottles are $4.50. i hear the wings are good here, but i've only been to whiskey's during the packed nights. there are four other nearby bars, i would recommend going there.
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Tom D.
I'm not sure why I still let my significantly more wealthy/employed friends drag me to this hole. As most of the previous reviews indicate, it is ridiculously noisy and you feel like you've been suddenly crammed into a WWI circa U-boat. The one time this wasn't the absolute last place we ended up at and I was therefore relatively sober, they kicked me out at the door. I twisted my ankle playing soccer earlier, and as I limped in the Backstreet Boy reject at the door said I was stumbling and therefore too drunk to be let in. I politely told him that this was an unreasonable conclusion as I was speaking without the hint of a slur and actually showed him my bandaged ankle. Besides, I'd been way drunker and gotten in before. The last part may not have been the best point to argue but the bouncer insisted on being a right bastard. May this place be turned into a Christian Science Reading Room or something equally obscure. May that bouncer develop erectile dysfunction or at least a stutter.
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Kristen G.
This bar is pretty standard. Food is good. Drinks are good. I often times find it overcrowded, which makes getting a drink at the bar difficult and awkward. It can also get pretty loud, so if you are looking to hang out and have a conversation, I would suggest a quieter place in the area.
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Katherine W.
While I've had issues with the doormen I still enjoy Whiskey's a lot. Out of MA ID holders beware - they will require back-up ID most of the time. This place is packed with an after-work crowd as well as local college students... so it's almost always busy. Fridays, can be especially busy - so if that's not your scene - don't go here. I've never eaten here but the drinks are average. Whenever I go, I almost always run into someone I know...
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Michael G.
This is a very lively bar that sometimes has a line outside to get in on busy nights. On quieter nights, you can find great deals on appetizers at the bar. In particular, go for their 10 cent wings, which are served until 11 PM. They have a good beer selection, and it's a must to stop by as you walk up and down Boylston. This is the type of place that is even busy on a Monday.
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Anne B.
I don't like this bar a whole lot. I have had problems with the wait staff and they have wierd rules about where you can do what (you have to be in a certain section to qualify for 10 cent wings, etc.). The beer is about 4 bucks a bottle and the food is fantastic. It's alright for lunch, not really as a bar, though.
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Julie F.
Was here on a Saturday night and was not at all impressed. Too loud to hear yourself talk, let alone have a conversation. Total meat market, very frathouse-esque. Definitely NOT the place to go to relax with a beer and good company. I'll never understand why there's always a line to get into this place. The big TV screens with the music videos are a nice touch, though, as are the nifty little light-up ice cubes they put in the drinks.
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Brenden L.
I've only ever been here for the food so I can't say I've ever had a problem with bouncers but the waitress did eyeball my ID for quite some time. The food here is pretty good. I think I got a steak tip sandwich and enjoyed it. The drinks are drinks, nothing special but not bad either.
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Ruth P.
Whiskey's is pretty hit-or-miss. I was there last night (wednesday night) and it was a pretty good crowd for 10pm-1am on a Wednesday... They have a good selection of margheritas and mixed drinks (ranging from $6-$9) in addition to a decent selection of beers. This is the kind of place you can go to with a bunch of friends, squeeze into a booth table, and sing and laugh and have a good time without feeling like an asshole about it. I'm not as fond of this place on a Friday or Saturday night though when it is packed to the gills.
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Michelle I.
so i did quite a bit of drinking here... hmm, i think i have a theme going on here.(i should be thankful i don't live here fulltime i guess) anyway, so maybe this big boisterous bar reminded me a lot of a City Tavern here in SF, but i had a great F*cking time anyway! the crowd is young, loud and rowdy which i like when i'm on an excessive Boston drinking binge.... hey, and so what if the guy i met here was only 22, the important point is that he insisted on buying me drinks. cool! after one of the guys in my group came over to rescue me from peril, we made a mad dash for the door and escaped this zoo.... somehow managing to stumble back to the hotel in one piece. whew!
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Ashley M.
went here once - reminded me of bars from college in central PA. i'm over 21, thankfully i don't need to sit in loud, crowded places that reek of stale beer anymore. if that's your scene though, its not a bad place.
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bex g.
although this is the exact spot i became a vegetarian, while eyeballing the mounds of chewed up 10 cent wings around the bar, i do remember they were yummy. the drinks are all that expensive and there is always a crowd, which sometimes just makes the night more fun. the grilled cheese is my personal favorite now that the cheapo wings aren't an option. tables, bar, booths, even when it gets packed you can find a place that suits you. weeknights are best, but on the weekends it gets a wee bit too crowded and therefore not as fun. oh, I would stay away from the flavored martinis (well the jolly rancher one at least) a bit too sweet and sickly for my taste, and all the sugar leads to one heck of a hangover.
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Melissa B.
I too have been hassled by the oversized bouncers here about my ID & I am well over 21. Food is eh, so-so & the waitresses are ok. This place can get hopping after work, so it's good to meet people.
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Jill M.
Yuck. Not as bad as the roxy, but yuck nonetheless. This bar is awful. Unless you live in a frat house, in which case it's utter perfection. First of all, the set up is awful. No matter when you go, there's about a 2 foot space between you and the wall, and you find yourself pressed against an 18 year-old with a bad fake ID. I've been there several times and never enjoyed myself. But the good news is that there's several good bars just down the street.
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Jen P.
The food is better than the bar itself. A bunch of us went out and all fell in love with our meals. However, once the big hand strinks 12, its all down hill from there. Its way too crowded, you have to fight your way to get a drink and even to the bathrooms. I will give out some cool points to the flat screen tvs that show videos that coincide with the music.
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Karina L.
What's up with the hate? I've never been here late at night, but my friend and I had a solid meal full of burgers here. We came here at 9, and the bar was already reasonably crowded. My ID was scrutinized and then fed through this crazy machine. The hostess was nowhere to be found but a waiter seated me at a fairly quiet table and didn't complain when I ended up waiting 15 minutes for my boyfriend to come. The bar food is insanely solid. I got a Big Dawg Burger, which had bacon, cheddar, bleu cheese chipotle dressing (!) and fried onion strings (onion rings but a lot thinner and lot more fried). It was easily the best burger I've had in months. My friend got a monster burger (a 3 patty burger with bacon and a bunch of other delicious crap). Both burgers were under $10. We got a pitcher of beer for a couple of dollars and left very happy! The crowd was loud, but not in a terrible makes-me-want-to-stab-my-ear way. Come here for a good time, good service, and cheap wings/pizza/burgers. My only complaint is that the food takes a while to come out.
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Dustin M.
Came here twice during a visit to Boston, both in the evening. The service is ok, a little slow, but the food is excellent and they have a great variety of beers on draft. I am really into hot wings (I go for the hottest I can find) and this was the first time I encountered an opportunity to try wings made with Ghost peppers. Not only were they the hottest, they were some of the best wings I've had. I like the vibe in this place, seems like a great dive bar and the crowd is a little rowdy during Monday Night Football which is fun.
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Kathy N.
A whole pizza here for as low as $4.95? Uhm, YES. Nice place to go to at night with friends if you don't care about a busy and loud atmosphere. Although the buffalo wings were delicious, my stupid self couldn't handle the heat and go through eating one wing without gulping down my entire glass of water. The waiter generously offered to switch the dish to honey buffalo wings which were less spicier. I also really liked the fries I had. If you want cheap food and a few nice drinks on a casual night, come here!
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Mitch W.
If you want to arm wrestle, this is not the place for you. I've met kittens less soft than this place. The male manager has a cleft pallet and is uncircumcised
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S M.
This place was tons of fun. The crowd was great (really young though). A friend of mine started dancing and the bouncer told her she was not allowed to. Then an hour later, everyone was dancing. The bathrooms are absolutely disgusting, but I guess can't expect anything for a bar bathroom.
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Karen M.
They have a variety of drinks. No Coca Cola products. Typical bar food. Recommend steak fajitas, they were tasty. Service is good during AM and early PM hrs. During late hrs gets busy ... so it may take a while to get served right the way. I would come back. We tried other bars nearby and we liked this one the best.
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Khoa N.
Whiskey's holds a special place in my heart, where by chance it became the spot of my first date that one brisk night a few years ago. Whiskey's, where hours of laughter passed in a split second. Whiskey's, where butterflies filled my stomach as we drank one blue moon after another. Whiskey's, the first time I knew we'd still be here today. So you see, I can't not like Whiskey's. Even if the food is just regular bar food like many others around the area. Where drinks are the same ones you can get anywhere. I've never had a better time else where. Never a better first date. You can't blame me for saying this bar is as good as it gets, if it makes me smile every time I pass by that same table where once sat two nervous souls. I might be biased. But I am human.
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Robin Y.
Two definite bonuses: the giant cookie sundae, and the super cheap pizzas late at night. When you've been drinking, they are the best things that you have ever tasted. The downside to this place is that it gets unbelievably crowded on weekend nights with college students. It once took me ten minutes to walk from one side of the restaurant to the other. You actually have to fight to order a drink from the bar if you don't get a table. You won't be able to hear anything, either- I've tried actually having a meal here on a few occasions and you can hardly hold a conversation in most parts of the restaurant. Also, the bathrooms are in the basement and a little creepy. I like Pour House a little bit better.
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Corey G.
It is what it is, and doesn't try to be anything it's not. Friendly staff, cheap food and drinks - you can definitely do worse. Gets rowdy at night, with a slightly younger crowd than Pourhouse/Lir/Dillon's next door.
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Jeff M.
Stopped in on a Thursday afternoon for lunch. Had a couple of orders of wings with an associate, and they were good. Sat at the bar, and the bartender kept our glasses full. Typical bar food with a good location. The windows were open on a warm but nice day. I would come back for the wings again ($2.50 for 10 wings).
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W S.
When visiting Boston, Whiskeys was an easy walk from our hotel. They have a terrific selection of beers on tap. My wife and I each had a steak. Reasonably priced compared to some of the other steak places in the area. Service was terrific, and so were the steaks. The music was a tad loud for my tastes, but that is part of the funky vibe of the place. Nonetheless, I would definitely go again.
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Joanna F.
I'm too old for this shit. And somehow I was too old for this shit before I turned 21. At least they have a lot of beer.
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Katie C.
Whiskeys is one of those places that I know what to stick to -- wings and beers. From prior experience (with and without copious amounts of alcohol), anything out of that range may or may not end well. At any rate, we were in the area running errands on a Saturday afternoon leading in to Halloween weekend and wanted to grab a few drinks and watch college football. So Whiskeys it was. I broke my cardinal rule and ventured off the "safe" menu to go with a chicken sandwich, mostly because I wanted the spicy curly fries. Overall, the sandwich wasn't half bad. It wasn't the best barbecue chicken sandwich, but it wasn't the worst, either. All the servers were dressed in halloween costumes that ranged from a vampire clown, a monkey (ours), the Black Swan, and Ronald Reagan. However, to the bartender dressed as a sexy firewoman ... no one liked to see your ass hanging out of the back of your shorts. I guess if you can't work at Hooters, this will be second best. Back to sticking with beers and wings (so ladylike, I know...)
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Quita C.
Terrible. The prices for the margaritas aren't listed, they're around $9.50 and worth maybe $3. They use a disgusting mixer. Food was awful as well. Had to drown my pulled pork sandwich in BBQ sauce to try to eat it. Our waitress kept forgetting about us, we saw our drinks sitting on the bar for a good five minutes before she brought them. It was ridiculous. It was a terrible experience and I will never go back.
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Peter W.
I've been here a number of times late night and it's busy, crowded, and ok for drinks. This time I came after work and it was a bit slower and calmer, so I got to look around a little more and try the food. We had the wings, nachos with chilli, and poppers. There were decent. Service was good and there are a lot of TVs in the place. I would come back for a couple of rounds when it's not busy.
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Kelli W.
Went yesterday before the Red Sox game. There were 4 of us. They asked us to wait about 5 minutes for a table. We waited about 5-10 minutes and sat down. Our waitress came over and we each ordered a drink from the bar and a water. She brought 2 waters (there were 4 of us) and no bar drinks. After a few more minutes the bar drinks arrived (2 "personal pitchers" of beer, a glass of wine and a margarita). The glasses that the waitress brought for the pitchers were both filthy- sticky, and had visible white beer reside in them as if they had been used. We asked her for new glasses and she just said "uh. Ok". After about 10 minutes she had not returned. We noticed our waitress near the front door chatting with a friend who had come in. We flagged down a manager and asked for clean glasses. She brought them right away and took the first round of drinks off of the bill. Our waitress continued to serve us during our stay but seemed highly annoyed. The food was ok- the buffalo wings and nachos were luke warm at best. With all the options on Boylston, we won't be back.
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Angela L.
Hold to your purses ladies. Purse was under my friends coat and was stolen. The worst part - the bars management did NOTHING to help us!!! This is a last visit for us.
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Dean C.
Typical bar food...not great, but not horrible.
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Brian L.
When I think Whiskey's, I think dollar pizzas. Dollar pizzas and also trying to navigate my way through a sea of people who are packed into a very narrow area, obstructing my path to the bathroom. Brags (+): You can get personal pizzas for a buck each after 11 pm. I think this is 95% of the reason why we go to Whiskey's. The waiters are usually pretty nice and provide good service even if the pizzas do take a while to cook. Beats (-): Super loud, crowded, and not much room to stand near the bar. Luckily we are usually sitting in the booths eating our pizzas. Variance (~): Did I mention they have pizza for a dollar?
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Briana G.
Went here with a couple friends to watch the Red Sox in the World Series and we all loved it! It's a great spot to watch a sporting event, there are TVs EVERYWHERE. You would have to make an effort to no see a TV while sitting at the bar. We all got the bacon cheeseburger sliders and they were delicious. It was not too expensive and only 75 cents to add fries. Our bartender, Alicia, was amazing. She was super friendly and attentive the whole night. I ordered my sliders without pickles, but when they came with the pickles no one was more apologetic than Alicia. She offered to get them sent back but I told her not to worry about it. For the rest of the night she kept apologizing about the pickles and was really genuine with everyone. Great place and I can't wait to go back!
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Sara D.
Food poisoning and poor service!! Went there since its in the neighborhood and it was overall a bad experience that lingered for days. First off the staff is awful and no one greets you at the door or let's you know where to sit. When my girlfriend and I were finally able to order, someone else brought out a random dish and asked who ordered it at our table. We replied that we didn't order what she was asking about so she shrugged and walked away. Seconds later our original waitress brought the same dishes back and set the mistaken dish in front of me. When she passed by a couple minutes later we were sure to wave her down to ask for silverware and to clarify what dish she brought me. She admitted to being so confused and wondered out loud why she brought that out when I told her what dish I had actually ordered. I didn't want to cause trouble and the mistaken dish was similar to what I had ordered so I kept it instead of causing the hassle of making a new dish. When we got the bill, nothing was changed and the waitress apologized for nothing. That night and next day my girlfriend and I both had symptoms of food poisoning. Not too sure I'll ever go back there or recommend it.
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Thomas C.
My wife and I went in today at 1:30 pm. Not exactly a busy time of day. We were told they had no pulled pork or pulled chicken. This is a BBQ place and those two items make up a good portion of their menu. We told the waitress those were what we wanted to order and that we were going to find somewhere else to eat. At this point I was mildly annoyed. We had ordered sodas to begin and hadn't taken our first sip yet when we told the waitress we were going elsewhere. So instead of just understanding, we were charged $6 for our 2 sodas. I will not be going back here to eat when there are so many options in the Boylston area.
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Emily R.
Every time I go to Whiskeys I regret it. The last time in particular. I went about two weeks ago on a Saturday night with a group of about 10 friends. It was around 9pm and we were standing around the bar. A few of us, myself included, were starving and wanted to eat. So we go and sit in some booths by the windows....WELL..the hostess freaked...and didn't stop freaking out the whole time...She was this African American girl, sloppily dressed, and RUDE. (I dont usually want to throw in descriptions like that but she refused to tell me her name..she knew I was unhappy and she was wrong). First she comes up to me and my table and tells us we need to move. So i told her I wanted to see a menu, and she wouldn't give me one! she said we couldn't just sit there....I tried to explain that I was STARVING to her...my friends tried to explain we needed NOURISHMENT..but she wouldn't let it go. Then she proceeded to tell me that I was "probably just going to order an app and that was not good enough..we need to order a meal or at least 3 apps." ....HOLD ON...I didn't see a sign with a requirement of how much you HAVE to order and what type of food. now i was pissed. So we moved because she was getting loud with us...we don't want any violence here.....we sat at the bar tables and ordered food from our nice cocktail server =). She was so much more pleasant..I think she knew we were just treated like SHIT by the hostess. You'd think it would stop there...but it didn't she continued to point at us and tell her coworkers (loudly, I could hear her) about how we were trying to take their tables and how she had to make us move..... Whiskeys....she has GOT to go....if I ever do decide to come back here and she is working I will promptly leave. I don't even know how someone like that got hired. Please hire more people friendly staff members..please.
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Yasa E.
Seriously, the only thing this place has going for it is the location and the cheap wings. I've been here quite a few times and left the place wondering why i came back. Takes a million years to get a drink. If you have a server, they are usually nowhere to be found. The bathrooms are all the way downstairs??? Wtf? Way to plan that out so people can get drunk and break their arms and legs in the process. Oh and last time i went i saw a mouse running around. And tried to let one of the servers know, to which she just kind of shrugged and said "I didn't see anything". That's just the icing on the cake.
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Joelle K.
I would only consider going back to whiskey's if it was for drinks only. I made the mistake of having lunch once and won't make that mistake again. To start, the service was horrendous. The food was mediocre at best. I'm not sure how you mess up bar food/sandwiches, but they did. I had a chicken sandwich that made McDonald's look gourmet. I have heard the wings are good.
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Matthew C.
The wings are awesome. There are only two flavors - buffalo and honey hot. Both are amazing. They used to be a flat rate of .20 per wing which was pretty awesome but now they've changed it to 10 wings for 0.20 each with a purchase of a drink. So if you plan to order 30 wings for $6.00, you have to accompany it with three beers which will cost you an additional $15+. That part is kind of bull....but overall I think they are the best wings I've had in Boston. As for everything else, decent beer selection, decent atmosphere. Can get very loud there and very packed. Beers are around $5 each. Not great but not terrible. And the one time I had the pulled pork sandwich for lunch it wasn't too bad. There's a lot of much better bars in Boston but this place isn't terrible.
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Lisa B.
First visit to Whiskey's last night with the fiance. I have no idea how we haven't been here before! Let's be clear - I'm giving this place four stars, not because it's a four star joint, but because I think I should compensate for some of the yelp haterade. We (soberly) stumbled upon Whiskey's while celebrating the nice weather with a stroll down Boylston. $5.95 for a Chicken Caesar wrap in Back Bay? Sure, I'm game. The wrap was a-ok (especially since they gave me shrimp instead of chicken to accommodate my pesce ways), and our server was friendly and attentive. My fiance got the jalapeno poppers and was fairly unimpressed. They aren't fried (-1) but they have buffalo chicken and blue cheese (+1). He also got the house salad which was huge but not exceptional. Picture iceberg lettuce + a few veggies + dressing. So yeah... your basic house salad. Drinks were cheap ($5.25 for Harpoon and Sam drafts) and people seemed to be enjoying themselves. Three stars in my book, four stars to bump up the yelp rating.
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Elisabeth F.
I came to Boston with my boyfriend so he could relive his college glory days, and this place was the first stop on his list. Here's the gist: I give 5 stars to the service. The guy who served us was seriously the spunkiest, happiest guy! He asked us if we were going to have shots when we sat down, we said "ah what the hay, we're on vacation" and he proceeded to do a victory dance for our submission to his will! Honestly, he was the highlight of the restaurant. The food was pretty good. We had wings which were pretty average bar wings. Good, but not awe-inspiring. The part that receives a 1 star rating was the overall cleanliness of the place. I went to use the bathroom and there was a, a-hem, feminine product sitting on top of the toilet paper dispenser. And let's just say it wasn't in new packaging. Overall it reminded me of any other dirty college bar one would find in the farthest corners of their collegiate memories.
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Alice C.
after spending hundreds of dollars on drinks and food someone spilled a full margarita all over me and our table. while asking for some leniency from the service staff for the spilled drink a burnt ass, dirty, slutty girl working there kicked out our group of 8 who had an over 200 dollar tab because she was embarrassed by her ugly pimple filled face and couldn't give a single extra drink to us. fuck this place and their terrible service and hideous staff.
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Mister M.
Most days Whiskey's has a very mixed crowd: young and old professionals, white and blue collar, college students and businessmen. It's a very even mix. All in all, it's a dive bar, sports bar, and meat market all rolled into one. The servers are all very pretty girls wearing tight T-shirts or football jerseys and tight asses in short-shorts. Sort of like Hooters except these are better looking girls. However, some girls wear grey T-shirts with ratty cut-off jeans (think ugly hanging threads) which give an unattractive, "unwashed" stale-beer feeling. Advice: having the cute waitresses wear clean looking (not grey) T-shirts and shorts with a sharp, clean edge would upscale this place DRAMATICALLY! The menu is surprisingly good, I've never had a bad lunch here. The prices are low and sometimes they even have nice half-price specials. The 99¢ bar pizzas after 11pm, which used to taste like cardboard, are now delicious and well worth it. I can sit, have a couple of beers and a burger, and be surprised at how low my tab is! This isn't a "friendly neighborhood bar", most people keep to themselves. Sports are always on the many wide screen HD televisions and during Football season they have all the games on satellite. Good, solid hangout during the afternoon and early evening. As t he night wears on there are more parties of five or more, and as the hour gets later the bathrooms get dirtier and smellier, and some of the guys become drunk douches looking to start trouble. Also there is a big manager, big Irish looking guy that always looks unhappy, somebody should get him to snap out of it. All in all, you've got cold beer at a good price, good food at good prices, and good-looking girls in T-shirts and shorts. What's not to like?
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Adrienne T.
Horribly disgusting. Aaaaack! I stopped in here on my way to a class at the nearby Apple store. They had a sign out front advertising the "Best Brunch on Boylston". The prices looked reasonable, and I figured since Pour House is a bar with a decent brunch, that this bar might have a decent one, too- the whole competition thing, you know? I should've left before sitting down. It looked like a bar, smelled like a bar, and it was filled with young hockey fan type college kids on a Saturday morning. I was truly out of place. I ordered the breakfast, and the food was as disgusting and bad tasting as the appearance and smell of the place. Just say no. Better, just say never.
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Samuel L.
We waited hella long tonight. They copy your drivers license just to get in. Service was lame and slow. The tri tip tasted like rubber and the tortillas were cold. I don't pay professionals to "try". I will never eat here again.
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Mai H.
I came in past 11pm. So only bar is open. The music was blasting. Our watress, Clare, was awesome. She was very good looking and very attentive. The waitress said they only have pizza for $1.99. So we ordered two slices, so we thought. our pizza arrived and boy our eyes just about popped out. She served us two 12 inch personal size pizza...LOL...needless to say, we packed two togo boxes..lol...we had alot to drink and had a very good time..
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Todd L.
The location is great! The food and service are just mediocre. This is a place to maybe have a drink during happy hour. I don't recommend this place as a "steakhouse" unless you're on a budget. Everything is really cheap and it seems to attract a very young crowd. The staff seem irritated that you actually chose the place. There are a lot better choices...
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Lucia D.
Never again. It stunk, our food was literally GROSS and soooooooooooooooo salty, and how do you serve COLD mozzarella sticks? We left.
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Sara S.
The place is a damn joke!! First off, it took forever for our server to come to our table and introduce herself and ask us for drinks. While waiting for her to come to our table, my friends and I encountered toooooo many mosquitoes under the table, biting at us!! FINALLY comes our server, literally running as she took our drinks& food order and THERE WAS NO CROWD IN THE RESTAURANT !!!!!!! My friend and I had the veggie pizza with beer which was really really good. Another friend had the cheese burger that came with onion rings&curly fries and he really enjoyed his food.... the service was super bad& that made the entire experience just a drag. And that DUH! cut her tip in half! 2 stars only because our food was delicious and the price is super cheap.
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Emily W.
Love this place for their cheap chicken wings and pizzas. Wednesday themed night was always a blast and they have good beers on tap.
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Simon H.
Me and my boss visited Boston last year and found Whiskey´s by co-incidence when strolling the streets of this beautiful city. I can honestly say that we both agreed on that the burgers we had here was the best we've ever had! We thought food here was so good that we actually went here again and again. You simply cannot find burgers like this back home in Sweden where we're from.
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Kristen F.
99 cent 12" pizzas after 1 am 7 days a week! Woooooo! How have I not reviewed this place yet? This used to be an old stomping ground for me... back when I was young and frequented the street of bars known as Boylston St. Now, not so much but I did find myself in the back bay late on Saturday night. We were all set to leave a bar to go to Lil Stevies to get greasy slices when an all knowing member of our party told us about the pizza deal from 1am-130am. We went and not only was it true... the pizza was pretty good! Absolutely a reason to start coming out in the area again... even if I do feel a bit too old for it. Who care!? Pizza for a buck!
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Lind R.
This place is one of those bars that needs a good cleaning!!! We went here with some friends on a very slow Wednesday. We were just bouncing about a few bars grabbing a few drinks. It was about midnight when we got to Whiskeys. We ordered and stood off to the Boylston street side of the bar. The counters were sticky, which isn't really a big deal but when one of the girls saw a mouse running across the floor I think that about put a nail in the coffin on this place for us. I've eaten here before for a few games but I can't remember the food being above or below par. Regardless, rodents in the bar...that's a bigger issue. Get it sorted!
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Kendall M.
Great sports bar. We came here to watch the PGA Championship and have lunch. A few vodka lemonades (which happen to be delicious here) later, we ate delicious food and enjoyed the golf. The guys couldn't get over the $7 price for a pizza - it was huge and a great value for the money. I had the nachos, but could barely finish 1/4 of them - it was a lot of food. We got there early Saturday afternoon and by the time we left (about 4pm), it was packed!
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Dianna M.
so i came to Boston on a business trip, and after work hours we decided to take a walk and stop by at this bar. so i gave the bouncer my ID card and since in my photo i look darker (i had a tan) and had black hair , which now i died it blonde they did not let me in!!! she was staring at my ID and me for a while and then asked for something that had my name on it, so i gave her my debit card which had the same identical name and still did not let me in. like are u serious??? ITS ME!! its my same face. why would u ask for something that has my name and still not let me in?? that was sooo ridiculous, that has never happened to me in my life ever!!! i would rate this place a 0 stars if i could for the poor service. so STUPID .
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Matt I.
Julian was our waiter and was top notch! I was there the other night with two friends and my father-in-law who is blind and they were extremely accommodating. Food was great, service was fast and friendly and Julian was an A+ waiter. Please pass along our gratitude!
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Maryam H.
"This is the BEST GATDAMN BAR IN BOSTON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Not really, but after a couple fast drinks Whiskey's will trick you like the slut that she is into thinking so. Gotta love checkin' out those photo-booth pics the next day. Such sweet memories...
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Jack K.
I like this place because there's always somewhere to sit after a day of work or on the weekend. I enjoy the ambiance because I usually can hear myself talk. There are enough TV screens to watch any game that's on. Also, the big booths are my favorite when you have a lot of people. The service is okay. Usually I get an attentive server. Only a couple times it has been questionable, but usually everyone is friendly and attentive. The food is fairly good and the prices are extremely good. The drinks are average and higher priced given the area the bar is in, but it's not too bad and much different than any other bar. I go here definitely for the food and the proximity to work and the T.
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Ave D.
I'm making this three stars instead of two because the food was mostly good (bbq pulled pork sliders and curly fries - great, fried mac and cheese - bland, spicy marinara for the fried mac and cheese - not spicy... and not really marinara?). Otherwise, it's really just two stars. The layout of the place is weird. The people that showed up were also weird (lots of backwards baseball caps and dudebros that love to talk just to hear themselves, if you're into that). We had good service but my friend has had really poor service in the past. The menu/decor/noise-level are a complete sensory overload. This was our third Boylston St choice after Lir and The Pour House were too packed... and I'm going to find another #3.
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Patricia M.
Whiskeys seems to be the place to be any day of the week. I wouldn't say that based off my experience but I definitely wanted to see what the hype was about. I like the environment. I cant say I enjoyed my food because it was too hot but thats what my meal entailed so thats entirely on me (I had the buffalo wings). The menu definitely had a variety and I loved that but of course that left me undecided. It's really cheap here. I was sad that they didn't offer any smoothie drinks such as Pina Coladas (which is my fave) but if you're a hard drinker, I think you'll enjoy it.
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Chelsea C.
I first came here one hungover morning when I was desperately in need of a brunch of shame. I got some sort of spicy chicken omlette that really hit the spot. The home fries were the most delicious thing I've ever put in my mouth. Or maybe I was still drunk. Either way, it was good. They also serve a ridiculously large spicy bloody mary, which is my spirit drink. And to top off the huge portions food and drink, the bill was SO low. It was like I died and went to heaven. I also came here one night for trivia, the trivia wasn't that great and the waitress never came over to drink my drink order (I showed up a bit late), so I wouldn't endorse trivia night at Whiskey's. Finally, I stumbled here from a Saint Patrick's Day rooftop party in Southie to find a fellow Chiver who bought me and my friend drinks, which was so nice of him. And even on Saint Patrick's Day, the service was up to par, we didn't have to wait too long for our drinks or food. Overall, Whiskey's is a pretty solid place. The crowd of people is pretty mixed, some young professionals, some non-professionals, some old, some young, some douchey frat bros, some drunk girls who cry in the dirty bathroom...whatever you're looking for, you'll find it here!
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Rachel K.
"you make me want to do push-ups" "do you want to know my best quality as a man? I go to Northeastern and study psychology and listen to women" expect these type of (or exact) lines from college guys if you come here. This bar is meant for the 21-23 year old age-range. Ended up stumbling in here last night for the first time in maybe 5 years. It's definitely a good spot if you're in or just out of college to meet other people, eat good bar food (great menu selection), and drink beer--especially during a game. Not really my scene anymore but that doesn't mean it's a bad place.......just keep in mind the crowd. Also door guys seem to be more strict than they need to be. Have had friends who haven't even had one drink been told they were too drunk to come in...on a few occasions, and they wouldn't even listen to them to prove their sober case.
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Kristine A.
This bar is not really set up for large groups because of the logistical nightmare that the layout is. You have to not be in the way when people are walking by which is really hard since there isn't alot of room. Then to stand in front of someone is almost impossible, so you have to stand next to them which makes conversing even harder. Unless you're sitting down somewhere there's no point in going on the weekend when it is very meat marketish.
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Alexandra M.
Came here for a drink and could actually taste the vodka in my vodka tonic which is amazing for any bar! Service was fine and fast.
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Rory L.
Great food for cheap. Service is quick and the staff are very friendly. This is a great place to hang out and watch a game with friends. Huge Windows slide open on nice days for a nice breeze
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ash l.
I walk by this place almost everyday.... and shudder. It's like the Twilight Zone of college bars..... somehow everyone magically goes in there and acts like it's Animal House, regardless if they're aged 21 or 41. I have to say, I'm amazed at how busy this place gets, which I suppose is indicative of the closet teenager/angry drunk many Bostonians are. During the day, it's actually like a warzone during peace talks. Food really isn't too bad, but maybe it's because I lowered my standards and expectations so much. The pluses? Beer. Cheap beer. And lots of beer guzzling ho's that definitely get better looking with each order. The negatories? Waking up with said ho and realizing she looked nothing like the girl you thought you picked up.
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Cindy B.
Whiskey's is your basic "go to" bar - good drinks, good food, reasonable prices. We stayed in Boston for five days and had three meals there. The outside tables are fun for people watching. They have very good creamy clam chowda (wish it was a little chunkier though) and good jalapeño poppers filled with buffalo chicken (love it - will try to do on my own at home). We had Sunday Brunch there, the only day they serve breakfast (so disappointing!). They have a limited selection of breakfast food, so I chose the corned beef hash, which I try almost everywhere. Although not the best I have ever had it was way better than I expected. Everyone else loved their egg dishes, so it was a hit. The have a huge and tasty "Saucy Bloody Mary" - just the right spice and very good homemade mix. Many other Bloody Mary options, from regular to extra spicy. On another night, we watched game 3 of the Stanley Cup at the bar with Alexis. She is an attentive and fun bartender and much to my surprise, makes a very decent Manhattan (the best I had in my entire trip, even better than the Marriot). Typically younger bartenders don't make them well, but Alexis knows her stuff!
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H T.
Can only comment on the beer and sports atmosphere. It's was a fun place to visit to watch Boston sports, but it was pretty packed (standing room only). They have a ton of TVs so you can always catch the game regardless of where you're standing/sitting. The service was a bit annoying/uncomfortable. Lots of beer on tap and ice cold bottled beer. Don't think I'd return, seems like there are better Boston sports bars in the area.
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Deep S.
Worst place ever. Racist bouncer. Never go there. Ever! It was my girlfriend's birthday and the bouncer didn't let me in.
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Nikki I.
Great Wings!
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david c.
Not crazy about the loud rap music. Steak & lobster only good, but that is hard to mess-up. This seems like a drinking establishment.
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Jeremy K.
What is the draw that brings the huge crowds to Whiskey's on a daily basis? The 20 cent wings deal that they have running most (if not all) week days? The convenient location? I'm not really sure I'll ever find out but my multiple experiences there have left me wanting a lot more. The place itself is extremely generic. It looks like every bar. It feels like every other bar. It's almost always packed, there's always food residues on the floor, the bathrooms are cramped and dirty and the service is hit or miss. With the music blaring in the background, which seemed to feature a lot of Ke$ha sadly enough, I returned there last night to take advantage of their cheap wings with a couple of buddies. From the second I tried to order a beer from our inexperienced waitress, I knew that the evening would be a drag. When asked what I wanted to drink, I asked what their craft beers were and got this lovely response: "What are craft beers? You mean like... bud light and PBR?" Oh god. Seriously? Are you kidding me? I settled for Rapscallion on tap and awaited our first batch of 30 wings which were actually not bad at all. Wish I could have said the same about the second batch which we ordered thirty seconds later and which tasted completely different and was undercooked. Apparently the owners of Whiskey's are the same as the ones of the Pour House but it doesn't seem to show. I find the Pour House cleaner and much better somehow and I'm not sure I'd ever want to return to Whiskey's. Not a fan at all. PS: To however designed the bar and the layout of the place: you sir, have failed. That bar takes up 80% of the available space making for a very cramped experience for us patrons. Seriously, you might want to remodel.
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Chris L.
Great Bar specials- 25 cent wings and 2.99 pizzas were very good...Bartender was very attentive and friendly, I would definitely recommend this place for a good affordable lunch.
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Jennifer J.
Okay. Just came in yesterday afternoon. Was really appealed to the .25 wings. FYI you have to buy a drink non alcoholic or alcoholic for every 10pc of wings. It comes in either honey buffalo or traditional buffalo. Me and my best friend came here for the cheap wings and a good laugh. We've been here last year an I vaguely remember what the food was like...although I specifically remember the $2.99 pepperoni pizza was gross. But this time around we just got wings and beer. Both pretty awesome. I don't drink beer but this girl told me about this angry orchard apple cider that was good, and I asked the waitress at whiskey's about if they had it she said no but suggested a similar beer called the woodchuck cider which was really good. Overall I enjoyed myself but beware it gets crazy busy after 5:30 because obviously the business people from prudential and surrounding area came in like roaches and luckily for us we were almost finished because it was so packed. I'll give it 4 stars.
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Thomas L.
Stopped in the other night after work for some .20 wings and a couple of "1/2 price apps". Of the 20 wings ordered, half had no sauce or a very small amount. And when we got the bill, it was significantly higher than expected. Why? Because only a select few apps are actually 1/2 price. The bartender must have been too busy oogling his counterpart to bother to tell us that the apps on the actual menu aren't the apps that are 1/2 price. All in all a decent stop for a few beers and some pre-packaged frozen appetizers.
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Anna K.
I've been here before and it's typical Boylston bar scene. Not stellar, but manageable for a good time with friends. This past weekend was different. Went on a Saturday with a couple friends. Got drinks at the bar. It was pretty crowded so we found a corner to stand in, which was right by the front door about 20 feet away from the bouncers and in plain view. Some guy who is disgustingly drunk lecherously approaches and starts talking to us. I immediately ignore. He continues to try to talk to my girlfriend for a while, but then she goes to the bathroom. He then refocuses attention on me and starts saying gross pick up lines and won't take any hint or direct instruction to "go away." He proceeds to caress my inner thigh and that's when I lost it. My friends and I tried to get him to go away but he would not listen. I escalated my word choice and put my hands up defensively to keep him away from me. My back was to a wall so I could not back up any further and he kept trying to lean in closer. He finally went over to the bouncers to say I was trying to fight him. Ridiculous since he was trying to touch and mess with ME. He proceeds to come BACK over to us explaining that he is being asked to leave. He still would not leave us alone. Why didn't security escort him to the bar and then back out so he would stay away from us?? After he left, security approaches me and says if I have another problem "I should tell them instead of handling it myself." Are you freaking kidding me?? Two security guards were standing 20 feet from me and saw EVERYTHING but did NOTHING and then proceed to tell me that it's MY job to have them do THEIR job?? Screw this place. There was also this guy sitting at the bar who was wasted and fell off of his barstool knocking it and himself to the ground. This happened right in front of security and he was not kicked out. I'm never coming back and I pray all other women take my advice and steer clear because you are not safe here. They should be protecting their customers, especially women, and cutting people off at the bar when they're too drunk. This place is unacceptable. End of story.
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Tom D.
Small-- Almost no where to walk or hang out. Bathrooms are smaller than most closets Trashy-- Always trashy people here Not cheap-- They serve 9 dollars 32oz pitchers like there some sort of CRAZYYYYYYYYYYYY deal. These same pitchers are 3 bucks across town at Jose Macs Only plus I can think of its right on boylston street. If it was anywhere else I would not have been here more than once
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Lisa R.
This place is pretty gross and it is always sardine-packed BEYOND belief. The ONLY reason this place gets 2 stars instead of 1 is because of the ridiculously cheap pizza deal when you buy beer. With all the other decent bars on Boylston St, I would not waste my time on this one.
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JD D.
Went in on a Sunday to watch the 2nd half of the Patriots game. It was crowded but we were able to get a booth and ordered up beers, nachos, and wings. I didn't love the wings like some other reviewers on here; I enjoyed the nachos but I would skip the chili add-on next time. Our waitress, Leah, was very attentive and friendly and not dressed like a self-absorbed stripper referee, which I appreciated. Prices also were reasonable given that this neighborhood is tourist central. I'd go back to watch a game but I wouldn't make it a regular hangout.
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Jennifer D.
I guess if you have one bad experience, it sticks with you forever and that's how I feel about Whiskeys. The only thing this place has going for it is location. I went here with my husband to hit some local bars and do the touristy Boston thing. I didn't have a sip of alcohol in me when we arrived and order a Coors Light. After milking this beer for almost 45 minutes and quietly talking amongst ourselves in the corner, we decided to order another drink at the bar and I was told the manager said to "cut me off". Shocked by this, I knew there had to be a mistake as I had the most watered down beer possible and asked to speak to this manager for clarification. He explained to me very rudely that I "stumbled" when walking from one side of the bar to the other side when I went to go to the bathroom. Really? You mean when I was trying to get around the loud, ridiculously drunk people packed like sardines walking in my heels? I had a full conversation with this idiot, clearly not even slightly intoxicated and he continued to be a jerk. I've heard this to be a common problem here too many times now and I refuse to ever spend a penny here again.
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Javi K.
Bar staff is literally retarded I think. I walked over there with 0 alcohol in me and was told I can't go in because I was visibly intoxicated (not sure how that works without drinking anything). Anyway bar staff is aweful - in particular Anthony and Frank. I would recommend they go back to elementary school for some English comprehension courses.
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Lise K.
Dear Whiskey's, I wanted to like you, I really did. I had high hopes that we'd be good for each other but in the end I think it's best that we go our seperate ways. At first glance it was love at first sight, a lively crowd, two dollar pizzas, an impressive variety of beers on tap, good music, the signs all pointed to the start of a beautiful thing. I felt let-down however when one of your waitresses insisted that my friend's Irish coffee was rimmed in cinnamon sugar when it was most definitely salt. The coffee was passed around the table and the complete consensus was that the glass had been accidentally rimmed with salt. I appreciated your insistance that it was cinnamon sugar, but I couldn't help but be insulted that you'd question my ability to tell the difference between sugar and salt. Maybe if your waitress hadn't refused to send the drink back and correct the complaint, I would've shrugged it off as a simple mistake. A bit miffed, I forged ahead in our relationship, despite it already being less sweet (pun intended). Our party ordered another round of drinks and waited patiently. Upon arrival of the drinks, I noticed perched on one of the beer glasses was an orange slice proudly wearing a produce sticker. Now Whiskey's, I understand that your bartenders are undoubtably busy serving up drinks and good times, but to ignore an entire produce sticker stuck to a fruit slice is just tacky. Between the two incidents mentioned above and the unimpressive mixed drinks that all tasted like crystal light, I couldn't see this relationship working out. You can keep your produce stickers and margarita salt, I can find cheap pizza elsewhere. I think it's best that I see other bars and you see other people. Don't get me wrong; it's not me, it's you. Hope all goes well, Lise
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Jackie C.
The food is great!! And the service is Ok to pretty good. I think they forget about you sometimes but you can't beat the prices.
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Max R.
I used to come to Whiskey's every Sunday for sports, wings, and a good beer. I think there is a new manager who is running this place into the ground. They got rid of the HD sports!!!! WTF! Seriously it's like the manager is trying to cut every corner he can to save money. I can't watch hockey, baseball, football, or basketball on 20th century TV technology. The new manager works shifts at the bar and treated me and my friends poorly when he told us about the new rules for wings (now $0.25/wing which used to be $0.20/wing). The bartenders other than the new manager (big Irish looking guy) have been fantastic. They get you drinks quick and know and ask if you need a new one. My problem with the place is that all these new changes have been for the worse! If you're going to change something, make it better than before, right? Bottom line, a sports bar should let you watch sports. They use at least one TV for random slide show crap; shouldn't they have sports on a primely located TV? The wings are good, but the manager who's there on Sundays makes me feel uncomfortable. He told me and my friends that he loses money on the cheap wings deal. And then told us he makes his money off beer sales. 2 weeks later guess what happened? Instead of being allowed to order 10, 20, or 30 wings at a time for $0.20/wing with a drink, now you have to order a drink for every 10 wings and now it's $0.25/wing. Why the hell would you change a deal that has historically created a following and regular customers? Now I can't watch sports there, I have to balance my drinking to save money ($8 for 20 wings and a beer vs. $17 for 20 wings and two beers with today's wing rules), and the manager has replaced a hot girl at the bar with his pompous self. I literally buy less alcohol now because of the changes in wing rules. I use to be like, "It's Sunday! Lets go to Whiskey's and get some beers!" Now I'm like, "Ehh... I don't know if I want to go there," and then I buy as few beers as I am allowed, to eat my damn wings. This place used to be a good sports bar with a good atmosphere for getting drunk on a Sunday, but now I will only buy two beers tops and leave slightly upset because there is no HD, and there are increased prices on a promotional wings deal that used to be my reason for coming here! Something needs to happen because this new manager has destroyed my loyalty.
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Devon A.
They let me come in even though I wasn't 21 yet so that's pretty cool. They have good ass food for cheap! I got this chicken quesadilla and fries for like $10 or $11. I was pretty satisfied with them. Plus it was the first Sunday of football so it was exciting to eat and watch my Giants play the Cowboys, even though they lost -_-. But good place to go eat if you're 21 and up and in certain of some $2 pizza deal on Thursdays at like 11 or something like that. So head over there with some friends if you're in the Back Bay area around the Prudential center
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Chris B.
OK - a solid 3 stars, maybe even 4. This is exactly what I picture a Boston bar to be. A cool place to meet up with friends, watch a game, hang out... It's a "good times" kind of place. Entertainment was provided by a zoot suited gentleman (ok gentleman is a strong word for what this guy is) hollering at the Celtics game. Our waitress informed us that he is a regular - and is pretty intense - all the time. All in all, a great place for a diet pepsi. My colleagues had beers. Oh - and WTF with the diet pepsi everywhere? I can't find a diet coke in this town to save my life!
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Kyle P.
Good neighbourhood place, I live literally two blocks form there, and its just a great place to hang out. Bartenders are fast, get what you need, they can do table service also if you end up sitting at the tables for food after the kitchen is closed. They do have $1 pizzas, and its pretty good for a dollar. It is always crowded, so if you are claustrophobic, not a place for you. OK music, but there is no room to dance so who cares. You definitely should circle the bar once just in-case you bump into someone you know, you always will. This place is usually full of university students and recent grads, so it get pretty loud, not a place for a date night. Overall, go, and you will have a good time.
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J. E.
frozen lobster... sold as "fresh," wings that are obviously frozen before being cooked... GM with a god complex... miniature bouncers who behave like they are gigantic, and a zero tolerance policy for fun... think i will go to their sister bar Pour House and actually have a good time... P.S. DO NOT ever order the cheese steak. P.P.S. no one who works there looks like the hot chicks on their website.,
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Todd O.
This used to be my absolute favorite place to get chicken wings. It was here that I reached my personal best of 53 wings and 3 margaritas. However it is too inconsistent to be anything other than middle of the road. From time to time the wing sauce was far too tomatoey which throws off my ability to put them down. The wings used to be 10 cents during happy hour and some other times, then they increased it to 15 cents! I know. You're thinking big deal. But imagine your gas increased 50%! It's a ballsy move. When's it's good it's great, but be wary chicken wing lovers.
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Koko R.
Terrible service. made me sick because the server assured me there was no gluten in my steak and low and behold it was soaked in it. Was sick as a dog later. The manager was rude as well when I tried to explain to her. It's a college bar- if your a college kid then go for it
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Tarah H.
I know, I know. I'm committing some sort of Yelp sin by not giving this place one or two stars. But hear me out. No, it's not really my favorite crowd Thursday-Sat night. But just because it's not my ideal doesn't make it bad. The staff is friendly and tries to be as helpful as can be. The bartenders are pretty good and wait staff ranges from good to the sometimes awesome. It's not fine dining, but the food's decent. They make their own cole slaw and BBQ sauce, that I happen to like a lot. Burgers and chicken sandwiches are good. The Turkey Reuben is worth a try and Gator Eggs not to be missed. The Kahlua Brownie Sundae is sinfully good. Also, their wings are some of the best I've had in town. Tuesday night trivia adds to the appeal. So no, Whiskey's may not be the best in town, but it's a pretty reliable meal and a decent spot to chill after work or watch the game.
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Brendan M.
Nice bar good atmosphere great prices for the area. Buffalo sauce was tasty good looking girls bartending. Cant ask for more from the bar.
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Erin P.
WORST DINING EXPERIENCE EVER!!!! HORRENDOUS!!! Please, don't even bother going here. Our server was awful. She impatient for us to order and then once we did she disappeared. Our food was very cold by the time we actually got it. But neither of these things could be considered the worst part. At the end of our meal, one of the people I was with mentioned how poor our time at Whiskey's was. He said it loudly, and he shouldn't have, but the response we got from this was APPALLING! Soon after, our table was suddenly surrounded by staff members. They were YELLING at the person I was with and claiming he was a racist! One of the women yelling claimed he called her a racial slur, yelled "white boy" at him several times, and then literally threw our bill at him. She demanded he pay his bill and, "Get the hell out!" It may have been one of the most embarrassing moments of my life... and it was all completely undeserved. I will NEVER go back and I hope this deters other from doing so too! HORRIFIC!
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Ivan R.
Visiting Boston, I found myself eating some Texas BBQ - really! Upon arriving, I found myself being carded at the door. It wasn't hard to find a table on a Thursday night but I could definitely picture this place getting crowded on a Friday or Saturday night, during happy hour etc...TV's everywhere to watch the game, good crowd! Only 3.2 Miles from the Sam Adams Brewery, you know you're getting some fresh stuff! Ooooh, I love Boston!! Ordered the buffalo wings, 1 pound (10 wings) for about $6.95 or 2 pounds (20 wings) for $9.95...good stuff!, good quality wings...plenty of meat on them, good texture, good taste (although the spicy wasn't - wish they could deliver some heat!). Seeing the menu was filled with attempts at Mexican food like burritos & fajitas, as well as BBQ like ribs, etc, the BBQ Brisket seemed pretty safe...and it was, no better or worse than that though. The portions where huge, even for a guy like me who usually cleans his plate. My buddy got the fajitas, which arrived on 3 plates...yeah, that was too much food too... Service wasn't great, and trying to pay the check wasn't good at all...we met some friends there later in the night who wanted to split their part of the check..."Please put the Blue Moon and the margarita on this card..." - so the waitress brought another blue moon and another margarita, took my cash to cover the entire bill and couldn't fix it without 30 minutes of waiting and headache...she blamed us because SHE didn't understand, that's really bad customer service. After all that, we still ended up losing money on the transaction, we just gave up and checked out McGreevy's on the next block. Speaking of the service, some of the waitresses there are dressed in daisy dukes and tight t-shirts...its just a shame none of them are attractive :( the bartenders were pretty cute though, wearing fitted tank tops which were just as seasonally inappropriate as their tans :) Bottom line, follow the rules...have some beer, have some wings, don't make the bill too complicated...you'll have a great night!!
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Sara M.
We used to come here a lot for the 10 cent wings deal, which was always a good time. The wings were large and plump, with a good amount of sauce. The beers were cold and plentiful. The only thing you had to do was get there early enough to grab some tables in the bar area. The clientele seemed to be alright, maybe bordering on preppy/cocky but we did see some cuties. That could have just been when we went though so don't quote me on that. I haven't frequented this place often enough for either food or drinking but it seemed just okay to me.
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Bob G.
A few of my co-workers and I went there twice while working at PAX east. The first night was crowded and crazy (Thursday) but I cannot fault the restaurant with that as we were promptly seated. The second night was Sunday and though it wasn't super busy they had only 2 people working the floor and it took forever to get a seat.... but the bouncer was cool and got someone to help us. As far as food goes, the portions were huuuuge and the prices were very reasonable. Being from the Bay Area, California most restaurants in big cities jack up the prices. I had pulled pork the first night and it was really good. The second I had fish and chips and it was not too bad. In conclusion, yes it's bar food but very good bar food especially for the price. I'd totally go there again.
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Nikki I.
Great place to watch games while having some good food. I went on the Saturday of St. Patty's Day weekend, crowded and a bit of a drunk crowd, as expected. Oddly, they had a mariachi band perform on behalf of Corona, not necessarily basking in Irish pride. Then went to watch the Elite Eight games and our waitress was incredibly enthusiastic in all aspects of her job. It was funny for the most part, at some points we weren't sure how to react. Pulled pork sandwich was underwhelming. The pork wasn't cooked as much as I would normally like and the sauce didn't make up for it. Thankfully, the fries were very good. I was not expecting the Fire and Ice cukes. They were original! The Blackened Steak Sandwich was so good! The meat was perfectly cooked, the bread was wonderful and the sauce complimented the whole sandwich well. There is alot of food in that one sandwich so be prepared to reorganize the goodies to actually be able to eat it without making a complete mess. The fajitas were flavorful and filling, they come with alot of sides and the options for the sides are flexible depending on what you want. The margaritas were tasty as well. The strawberry one was a nice start to the evening while the Rasperry-Lemon margarita was quite strong but also a great way to get a buzz on for the rest of the night. As for going there for a Boston bar experience, I wouldn't recommend it. It is a bit cramped and hot. The bathroom is not fun to go to and the crowd is very blah and collegey. A good pregame spot though :)
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Taja R.
I tried to like this place. I really did. But the things that tainted my experience put the nail in the coffin. The last time I dined there, they almost food poisoned someone in my party. We asked the server several times if they had pork in one of their dishes, because my friend has an intolerance/allergy to it, as evidenced by the last time they tried pork for the first time. The last thing I wanted that was another hospital trip and stomach pump that evening. Anyway, we asked her several times before the food arrived if it contained pork. She rolled her eyes and assured us that there was no pork in the dish. When we got the food and tasted it, it clearly tasted and smelled like pork. We said to the server "We really hope you checked with the kitchen, because he has an allergy to pork and I would hate for this to be pork." Her eyes got really wide, and she ran back to the kitchen. She came back with a "manager" that looked no older than 15, who apologized and told us that it was in fact pork! We asked the girl 5 times before the food arrived that we could not have pork, and she clearly didn't care until we told her about the allergy after the fact. We left that restaurant and didn't even finish our drinks. Poor customer service and total disregard for the guest have officially made me an ex-customer.
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nomo c.
Can I give this place ZERO stars? Maybe it deserves 1 star since the wings are 15 cents and most of the waitresses are decently nice. BUT the bartender "PAT" is a jerk. 1.He was only concerned about flirting with booty shorts girl. 2.My friends and I saw him sticking his hands under her pits then serving beers to other patrons. 3.He never checked on our food, we had to ask another waitress to find out if our food was ready. 4.Whenever we'd try to get his attention, we saw him mouthe "what does she want now..." 5. I saw a waiter bring back a drink b/c there was a bug in it. One waitress fished it out with her finger. They told the bartender about the bug and make a new drink. He told them he wasn't going to and to put a new straw in it and send it back. I watched with anticipation and horror hoping they wouldn't give back the SAME drink with the BUG fished out with a FINGER. But that's exactly what happened. If you ordered a margharita on a Thursday night, sorry, that was the same drink buddy.. This bartender violated so many health codes, he should be terminated.
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Gerardo F.
Frankly, this place is a poor man's Pour House (which is located barely a minute away). The staff members are not friendly at all (well, with the exception of one waiter who seemed ok), the food portions are surprisingly small, the food is poorly cooked (I had breakfast twice and lunch once there) and the majority of the clientele are either drunk/rude college kids, wannabe tough guys in their late 20s and construction workers getting drunk.
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Aditi R.
It was a pretty nasty day out on Saturday but considering it's one of the last days of summer we decided to end our night at a bar on boylston and this happened to be the place all my friends ended up being in. It was PACKED! Thank god I'm relatively small and can weasel my way in front of the bartender, otherwise getting a drink seemed like a nightmare. It's your typical bar on boylston, nothing special. Drinks are relatively cheap and there is ample enough room to mingle, but the bar does take up a significant portion of the space so once it's crowded, it's slightly difficult to move around. The music is alright, nothing special. I didn't have the food there so can't really comment on that, but definitely did end up having a good night, but that I can attribute mainly to friends, not to the venue. At the end of the day though, I won't mind going there again. Cheap drinks and good friends make me happy :)
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Bryanne R.
I end up here usually after a long night of partying. If you're people hunting, I'd suggest this place. You can meet some very legit...and some very sketch here. I once started dancing with a guy (they do not have a dance floor here ps) by the bar who then disappeared. I saw him after I left the place...singing on Boylston for some change. Classy Bryanne, classy. They have reasonable drinks...are tolerant of the intoxicated crowd...and will put up with you starting your own dance party. The one thing I'm not a fan of (which some guys might like) are the skanky outfits the female bartenders have to wear. **Make sure to have a credit card or some other form of ID if you're from out of state.
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Andrew T.
I'm no dreamboat or anything, but holy hell, 95% of the crowd is a 5 or lower, no matter what sex. And let's not forget that it's mad gross, crowded, and composed 50/50 of college students and swarthy older people who can't afford to prowl at Abe and Louie's. Maybe if I was tryin to knock boots with some not-so-fly honeys Special K style, I would consider coming here. My "n" is only 2 visits, but it's been exactly the same everytime I've been, which are Saturday nights. For what it's worth, I'd rather go to the Pour House if I wanna slum like a college student. One star for bouncers/bartenders who aren't complete dicks.
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christopher c.
Whiskey's is the mecca for douchy tourist and douchier college kids in Back Bay. Save yourself some time and skip this one. I have heard they have good wings...
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Jonathan P.
We arrived in the afternoon before first night. We decided to sit on the bar, but were consistently ignored by the bartenders... After waiting a few minutes, had to stand up and wave in order to get noticed. Two stars for the service.
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Arestia R.
Whiskey's is such a meat market. And I love it. This was stop 5 on our Boylston Birthday Pub Crawl (clearly we skipped Lir. Ew. It wishes it was an Irish bar and locals tend to stay away and so should you). I always talk to strangers here, which is the best reason to come here. The bartenders are fast and attentive and the music videos they play on their tv screens at night are awesome/hilarious. You have to realize what you're stepping into. Get your drafts in a plastic cup and get out there and make some friends.
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Dan B.
Way too loud to have a conversation: the music is loud and the people are louder. Brisket was way too fatty -- even after you think you cut it all away. And this was just a typical Thursday evening with music videos playing. Won't be going back.
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Brian W.
Whiskey's has some great food. I stopped by here a couple weeks ago and had some steak tips ordered rare. They were perfectly cooked-- the definition of rare-- and tasted awesome. They didn't skimp on the food and I was stuffed after scarfing it all down my fat mouth. Nice drink selection, pretty nice bar and atmosphere, but typically way too crowded on late nights. I must admit, though, waiting times aren't bad at all. I went with a group of 5 at 7:00pm on a Friday night and only waited ten minutes for a table.. with no reservation. Tell me a freaking Wendy's where that's possible. Chea.
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Claire S.
One of my favorite places in Boston, as a student I am really sensitive to price and whiskey's is very affordable! $25 for a dinner for 2 with beers! They have wide range of burgers and the pizza are incredible. It's a casual place where I like to hang out, watch sports with friends...
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Courtney H.
This bar is good, but nothing spectacular. It can get kind of loud if you just want to relax and have a few beers, especially with game crowds. The food is decent and the drinks are good also. It's just that it's so close to the Pour House, all I think about is how I could have had a much larger beer for the same price two doors down. Another odd thing is that if you sit by the window, people are constantly stopping and looking at the TV screens that face the outside for game scores. While I've done this myself while walking down Boylston, it definitely feels like people are staring right at you for a few minutes. Just a bit awkward!
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Alan L.
This is another typical college bar with a less TVs but serves better food than The Pour House. Another hang out join for local business people and college students.
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L And T S.
Place was packed and we figured wings and beer would be good. Service is slow and wings are eh. Beer is good, but I prefer good food with my beer.
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Sam T.
This place is my little piece of Florida in the city of Boston. I walk in, sit at the bar, I am surrounded by televisions with college football (instead of the Red Sox game) and the bartender tells me they have half off on wings and cheap beer. Sold!!! You can't beat 20 wings, fries and 4 beers for less than $30. I have found my Saturday college football bar. Go Gators!!!
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Luke C.
I feel like Whiskey's gets a bad rap. It has its pitfalls like most bars, but I feel that they are outweighed by the positives. Friday and Saturday nights can get a bit crowded here, so I would try to go either early those nights, or stick to the other 5 nights. Why do I give it 4 stars? Because I've been here many times and have always had a good time. Also, the drinks are cheap, the girls are cute, and the bartenders wear small jean shorts. Oh yea, Monday night has 15 cent wings, which makes for a cheap dinner.
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Hannah W.
Nachos and Fajita was filling and edible, but nothing so good about it. nothing special, nothing stands out at all. it w
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Jeffrey K.
Take a. . . Sports bar Irish bar Dive bar College dudes and chicks going to drink for the first time, 30something dudes trying to bang those chicks A creepy 50something dude trying to look cool Overpriced drinks complimented by poor service and a long ass line for no apparent reason, and you have Whiskey's. Enjoy.
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Diane D.
"Meh, I've experienced better", as the two star mark decidedly notes, EXACTLY expresses my feeling toward Whiskeys. Whiskeys isn't awful...it's not a place I complain about if friends want to meet there or avoid if I'm in the neighborhood - but I also never have thought to myself "yeah I think I'd really like to go to Whiskeys tonight." Everything about it is entirely average - and on some nights - just plain sub par. The drinks are usually pretty weak, the food is blah, and the set-up of the interior with the big bar in the middle isn't great for mingling or hanging out with a group of friends. Whiskeys. Specializing in "Meh".
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Jeffrey H.
This place is like the epicenter of Boylston nightlife that I detest. As if they were cattle, the clientele is corralled into the center of the venue, enclosed in between the main bar and some surrounding counter tops. Within the enclosure, you'll find some of your stereotypical MTV wannabe failures who guzzle liquid dreams and drown their liver probably because their fifth REAL WORLD OMAHA tape submission was sent back with a REJECT stamp. Bouncers will hold the line in order along Boylston Street and remain oblivious to the people who hop the cigarette rope line to sneak inside. I witnessed a very disappointed Iraq War veteran get declined admission after insufficient identification (he only had his military I.D.). I gladly obstructed the bouncer's view when the veteran jumped the rope. Inside waitresses run around crazy and will do their best to ignore you, even when you're seated a table. You'll also find more bouncers who will order you to find a seat if you're outside the corral--I'm sorry you miss the glory days of being high school football captain and champion beirut player but if I'm going to be in here for another minute, I'm going to need a nice tall glass of beer and for you to calm the hell down. I only come here when I'm dragged here. Clearly the only reason they make money off of me is because I'll spend the cash to blackout as fast as I can. At least there's no cover or dancing. For that two stars.
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Alan B.
This place adheres to the typical Boylston bar formula. Stock a bar, charge average prices for drinks (read: not expensive). Add a kitchen with incredibly bad-for-you food, charge next to nothing for it. Apply people liberally. Shake and pour. But here's where it goes wrong. Ever see those cartoons where a character does a high dive from a ridiculously high diving board into a glass of water? That's kind of what happens when Whiskey's tries to serve up its take on the Boylston bar concoction. See, Whiskey's has this monstrosity of a bar placed right in the middle of the already small space. Then, there are stools all around the bar. Even if the bar's empty, it's impossible for two people to walk side-by-side anywhere in the place. But it's never empty. On the contrary, I don't think the owners understand the word "capacity". And even with the gigantic bar, they only have two people manning a bar that could easily use an extra 2 or 4 hands.
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Kristin N.
Go here to drink at the bar for about 2 beers then leave, do not sit at a table, do not expect to get served promptly, go directly to Lir or The Poor House. We sat at our table for about 15 minutes trying to find our waitress for the check. It was hard because they all look the same (tiny, blonde and bitchy) I've been lucky enough to hit the bar early and with big groups of people so I've never had issues there. But once in a while, I'll definitely come in contact with the bar tender who thinks she's the shit and will not serve you because you also have boobs.
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Tarun D.
If you're bored in Boston and feel like having a drink, and see alcohol abusive college kids, this is the place to be! There are tons of attractive people!...around the vicinity of this bar, not in it. There slogan should be: 'Whiskey's... Standards Are Overrated"
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Festher C.
Here's a confession. I love and hate this place all at once. TEN CENT WINGS ARE TO DIE FOR. The wings are succulent, spicy, the perfect combination of cripsy and juicy and they are so dirt freaking cheap. My friends and I come here almost every week. We love their skinny fries. Their nachos are overwhelming and not that good but the wings and fries never ever let us down. I don't really like beer so I wash the wings down with a nice, cold, large bottle of Magners or sometimes, a Cuba Libre. I have become so proficient at wing eating, that in one quick sudden movement, I can break the wing at the perfect spot and get all bones on the right hand and all meat on the left. No I'm not kidding. Drinks are regular price, which sucks. They also do half off appetizers before 7pm. Wings are Monday through Thursday til 11pm and I believe 15 cents on game days or when the Pats play. Waitstafff are HORRIBLE, I think about 99% of the waitresses are super bitches that are about 19 years old and think they're the hottest things to hit sports bars since the eighties. Not cute. Plus they're very rude. I've also seen the guy bartender take a drink complaint from a customer who said there was a bug in her margarita. Then saw the bartender stick his finger in the margarita and pull the bug out and re-serve it to the unknowing customer. Gross. Otherwise, Whiskey's is my Boston staple. I have a love hate relationship with anything I am dependent on.
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Greg D.
This place use to be pretty good, but not anymore. This place has gone down hill in the last few years because of their price point. Management needs to get that back in control. Over $6 for a Bud Light is just to much for this type of place. The way this place is designed, it is completely packed in some areas and empty in others. They should really re-model Whiskey's to make it more user friendly. Pretty easy to meet people here. More lower to Mid-twenties crowd. Good location on Boylston, but there are other bars that are better here. Be prepared to wait in line even if it is not busy. They like it that way.
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M -dot W.
The Good : Its a choice on Boylston St. if you want to pre-game before the club or just have some quick , not-that-expensive drinks amongst tipsy, sleep-deprived college students ( and their family visiting them) and Boston tourists that just want to get effed up The Bad : On weekend nights, (especially if theres a graduation or alot of tourist in Boston for whatever reason) there is usually a long line outside to get in and then bar is crowded , depending on what you are looking for there are other choices in area. The Ugly : On some nights you might have a wait to get inside and bartenders are usually overwhelmed so more wait to weave through the crowd to grab a drink.
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Tom M.
Great cheap wings. Good food. beers ok prices. Hot waitresses. Only issues is it gets too crowded and the waitresses I have are idiots. I typically choose to stiff their tips cause they have so many mess ups. They also chose to not accommodate my need to have pulled pork on my nachos! About every place would accommodate that
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Tin T.
Yesterday was my first time going to Whiskey, I heard the steak here was really good. So my friends and I went out for dinner and the steak was ehhh... It was overcooked and there was no flavor to it. It was the texas T-bone steak, and boy was it big. I wanted to order the twin lobster but they ran out. The service was good, the waiter came back and checked up on us each time she passed by. I gave it a 3 stars because the service was good and the wings was good too. My friend ordered a few mixed drinks, I had two beers. I would come back and eat here again, I just wouldn't order a steak.
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Heather O.
Pretty average bar food (although I wanted a grilled cheese and it wasn't on the menu). The drinks were fine in regards to alcohol content and price. Our waitress was pretty attentive and all the hostesses wore little denim bootie shorts. Your all-around average Boylston Street bar... My two favorite parts of the evening were: 1. The music accompanied by the video for whatever song that was playing. Even got to see NKOTB's "Right Stuff" video. Only the boys from NKOTB can make driving over the Tobin and running around abandoned buildings in Chelsea in the year 1989 look so cool! 2. As we were leaving we noticed at least two tables with kids at them on a Friday night around 8:30pm. Our friend says to me, "Who brings their kids to a place called "WHISKEY'S"? Isn't that way they have TGI Fridays?" Very good point Heath...
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Caroline P.
Nothing bad about the bar, was crowded though and hard to find a place to stand. The 99 cent pizza was really good though, except on our pepperoni pizza THERE WAS A PIECE OF CHEWED GUM ON THE BOTTOM OF A SLICE. Like between the plate and crust, it was disgusting. They replaced it for free obviously, but how does one serve a pizza with chewed gum on the bottom? Besides that my night was fun, but the idea of accidentally eating that gum...disgusting.
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T W.
I arrived here to meet a friend at 11pm on Friday night. The bar was crowded, it was full of a mixed crowd, but the common thread was casual (2 guys in button down shirts seemed out of place). I found the staff to be slow, most likely because it was so crowded, but nonetheless I had to wait 5 minutes to get served. The beer selection was all right, but nothing special. The decor was all right, but nothing special, nor did there seem to be any 1 reason people come here. I did not try the food, but would not come back for the atmosphere.
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Jaclyn N.
The stars are for the $.10 wings only. The beers are average and all over $5 apiece, their music is 50/50 decent/unbearable, and they have non-erotic photo hunt. Seriously, is this a family establishment? If you're going to have that machine, put something good on it! Buckhunter is there though, and fortunately for Whiskey's, not hard to get wrong. I've been on weekends when it's packed and a sausage-fest (not that I have a big problem with sausage festivals, but more the quality of the sausage). The real problem is that it takes me ages to get a drink, and none of the bartenders ever seem to have a clue about what planet they're on. Just eat the wings, skip the beer, and move on!
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David H.
You know what's sad? This place really does have the potential to be a great bar. The atmosphere is great, the music they play is good, and its a nice big place, so there's plenty of space to move. So I know what you're asking: then why would you review this place 2 stars? I'll tell you why, skipper. The place is overflowed with college kids and ugly people looking to get drunk and act like shmucks, that's why! The crowd just doesn't mix well together. It's like going to a pig pen overcrowded with chickens and horses: they don't mix! The bouncers don't know the meaning of "quota" and "demographics". They'll let the first person with a douchebag grin on their face right in! There's never any lines waiting to go inside, because everyone is automatically let in! For god sakes, I don't know what the point is for having a bouncer. More like a butler to me: opens the door for all patrons. Secondly, this place is really cheap. And why is that a bad thing? I'll tell you why, captain. Because it's on Boylston Street! If this bar were located in Brighton, Chinatown, or anywhere near those areas, then it would be highly appreciated to have a cheap bar. But since it's in the classiest section of Boston, you get a bunch of college kids in a place where that's the very last thing you want to see. Go to Comm Ave, assholes. And finally, the service is terrible. They have turtles working for them. It takes forever just to get a drink. After barely squeezing in to grab a spot at the bar, it took the guy 30 minutes to serve me one damn beer! I definitely needed that beer to calm down. In short, if you feel like mingling with drunken frat boys, or maybe just looking for a grimey joint in the Boylston area, then check this baby out. But if you're sensible, I suggest you keep walking down and not waste your time in there.
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Chris A.
I have never been here on a Friday or Saturday night. So let's get that out of the way. I have been to this bar a half dozen times.... for Sunday afternoon, games on weeknights or after work happy hour.... and I couldn't ask for more. The wings are solid under any circumstance, much less for 20 cents. The pizzas, while not the highest quality, are still only $2 during happy hour and well worth it. The only things keeping this from being five stars: 1) prices for single beers are a bit steep. 2) It's extremely annoying that I can be sitting in one seat and am eligible for the food deals but not the tower of beer special.... and the table directly next to me is available for the tower of beer special, but not the food deals. A 3.5 rather than a 4, but can't do half stars, so I will give the benefit of the doubt due to the friendly staff.
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EricaLynn J.
Long lines and average service, hit or miss food - depends on the day. Inexpensive, sure, but I'd rather have better service and food for the extra few bucks. The drinks aren't bad at all - and there's usually some good specials going on... but the ambiance and shoddy service is enough to keep me away usually and seek out good brews elsewhere.
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Amanda L.
This is a great place to stop by when you can't get to a Red Sox game. The girls here are really sweet and all decked out in game gear! They always have creative new cocktails that they are advertising and have specials on which I love! I am always a fan of some cheap bar grub when I am out on the town and Whiskey's definitely has it. I recommend the pizza. It is cheap and will soak up any unwanted toxins for your drive home!
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Liam D.
I generally don't like bars with red hue lighting because it makes me feel like i'm entering hell. Often times, I've found that bars that have red lights DO in fact make me wonder if I entered hell. But i'm willing to give it a shot. Enter Whiskey's and you notice a few things: 1) The red "hell-like" lighting; 2) It's about 120 degrees; 3) there are 500 people crammed around a square bar interior, while booths around the outside of the square bar, I suppose where people eat during daytime, are empty. Well the inner square of Whiskey's is hellish. We opted to sit in the outer square though, where the waitress reminded us we'd need to pay through her. I had no problem with that - let her deal with the sweaty, immovable crowd. All in all I could see how this might be a good place to get the night started, but unless you like being in moshpits at metal concerts, don't bother with Whiskey's past 11:30 or 12pm, and certainly not after 1 when all the bars who close at 1 let out and everyone runs like mad to get another hour of drinking in at Whiskey's. Quite frankly, they should have a "day-name" of "whiskey's" and then pitch themselves as a hotspot at night. They should name that hotspot "sardine's".
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Dessa R.
My horrifying experience at Whiskey's included bleh food, a bitchy waitress, and crowds of people who embodied what I hate about the Bostonite college crowd. I am a forgiving reviewer, because 1) I love food and 2) I worked as a waitress many years ago, so I tend to be sympathetic to the industry, but my experience at Whiskey's was just unforgivable. Our server was rude, incompetent, and impossible to track down when needed. The food was mediocre, could have easily been from a cheap highway diner in Virginia. Save your time, money and frustration by going to one of the many superior competing restaurants in the area.
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Jess C.
Really easy fun option to go watch a game or be social with friends in a college-y sporty atmosphere. I usually find myself here on big holidays like Cinco de Mayo or most recently St. Patrick's day. The line usually moves faster then it's neighbors on Boylston which is a plus. They have dollar pizzas sometimes too, not sure which nights. So basically, no frills, pretty cheap, good option for groups and drinks.
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Carolyn G.
We visited Whiskey's late on a Sunday night. We were there for one thing, and one thing only... drinks. We also felt the need for some munchies, so we ordered onion rings and drunkin' shrimp. Our server, Nick, was great! He brought our food and drinks quickly, and kept the drinks coming. The music was a weird mix of 90s and current music, accented by music videos and distorted slide shows on the wide screen TVs, but that was pretty entertaining given our state of intoxication.
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Anthony M.
We were here in a Sunday afternoon and the place was pretty busy. We grabbed some seats at the bar and hung out and watched football for all of the 1 o clock games. This place has a ton of TVs and I think every game was within sight, so I never missed a thing. All the fans gravitated to the TV that had their game and it created a fun atmosphere of trash talking and collective rooting for players and team. I took points off because we sat at the bar that had 2 bartenders for about 12-15 people, and we had to wait a while to get refills. We ordered food and it was pretty good, but again took a really long time to get an order in and even longer to get our food, and all we got were sandwiches and fries. My friend added onion rings to his sandwich and it came out with 2 onion rings, but we couldn't get anyone's attention to complain so we just let it go. Cool place to watch a game, but the service isn't great.
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Karina L.
What's up with the hate? I've never been here late at night, but my friend and I had a solid meal full of burgers here. We came here at 9, and the bar was already reasonably crowded. My ID was scrutinized and then fed through this crazy machine. The hostess was nowhere to be found but a waiter seated me at a fairly quiet table and didn't complain when I ended up waiting 15 minutes for my boyfriend to come. The bar food is insanely solid. I got a Big Dawg Burger, which had bacon, cheddar, bleu cheese chipotle dressing (!) and fried onion strings (onion rings but a lot thinner and lot more fried). It was easily the best burger I've had in months. My friend got a monster burger (a 3 patty burger with bacon and a bunch of other delicious crap). Both burgers were under $10. We got a pitcher of beer for a couple of dollars and left very happy! The crowd was loud, but not in a terrible makes-me-want-to-stab-my-ear way. Come here for a good time, good service, and cheap wings/pizza/burgers. My only complaint is that the food takes a while to come out.
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Dustin M.
Came here twice during a visit to Boston, both in the evening. The service is ok, a little slow, but the food is excellent and they have a great variety of beers on draft. I am really into hot wings (I go for the hottest I can find) and this was the first time I encountered an opportunity to try wings made with Ghost peppers. Not only were they the hottest, they were some of the best wings I've had. I like the vibe in this place, seems like a great dive bar and the crowd is a little rowdy during Monday Night Football which is fun.
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Kathy N.
A whole pizza here for as low as $4.95? Uhm, YES. Nice place to go to at night with friends if you don't care about a busy and loud atmosphere. Although the buffalo wings were delicious, my stupid self couldn't handle the heat and go through eating one wing without gulping down my entire glass of water. The waiter generously offered to switch the dish to honey buffalo wings which were less spicier. I also really liked the fries I had. If you want cheap food and a few nice drinks on a casual night, come here!
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Mitch W.
If you want to arm wrestle, this is not the place for you. I've met kittens less soft than this place. The male manager has a cleft pallet and is uncircumcised
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S M.
This place was tons of fun. The crowd was great (really young though). A friend of mine started dancing and the bouncer told her she was not allowed to. Then an hour later, everyone was dancing. The bathrooms are absolutely disgusting, but I guess can't expect anything for a bar bathroom.
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Karen M.
They have a variety of drinks. No Coca Cola products. Typical bar food. Recommend steak fajitas, they were tasty. Service is good during AM and early PM hrs. During late hrs gets busy ... so it may take a while to get served right the way. I would come back. We tried other bars nearby and we liked this one the best.
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Khoa N.
Whiskey's holds a special place in my heart, where by chance it became the spot of my first date that one brisk night a few years ago. Whiskey's, where hours of laughter passed in a split second. Whiskey's, where butterflies filled my stomach as we drank one blue moon after another. Whiskey's, the first time I knew we'd still be here today. So you see, I can't not like Whiskey's. Even if the food is just regular bar food like many others around the area. Where drinks are the same ones you can get anywhere. I've never had a better time else where. Never a better first date. You can't blame me for saying this bar is as good as it gets, if it makes me smile every time I pass by that same table where once sat two nervous souls. I might be biased. But I am human.
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Robin Y.
Two definite bonuses: the giant cookie sundae, and the super cheap pizzas late at night. When you've been drinking, they are the best things that you have ever tasted. The downside to this place is that it gets unbelievably crowded on weekend nights with college students. It once took me ten minutes to walk from one side of the restaurant to the other. You actually have to fight to order a drink from the bar if you don't get a table. You won't be able to hear anything, either- I've tried actually having a meal here on a few occasions and you can hardly hold a conversation in most parts of the restaurant. Also, the bathrooms are in the basement and a little creepy. I like Pour House a little bit better.
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Corey G.
It is what it is, and doesn't try to be anything it's not. Friendly staff, cheap food and drinks - you can definitely do worse. Gets rowdy at night, with a slightly younger crowd than Pourhouse/Lir/Dillon's next door.
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Jeff M.
Stopped in on a Thursday afternoon for lunch. Had a couple of orders of wings with an associate, and they were good. Sat at the bar, and the bartender kept our glasses full. Typical bar food with a good location. The windows were open on a warm but nice day. I would come back for the wings again ($2.50 for 10 wings).
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W S.
When visiting Boston, Whiskeys was an easy walk from our hotel. They have a terrific selection of beers on tap. My wife and I each had a steak. Reasonably priced compared to some of the other steak places in the area. Service was terrific, and so were the steaks. The music was a tad loud for my tastes, but that is part of the funky vibe of the place. Nonetheless, I would definitely go again.
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Joanna F.
I'm too old for this shit. And somehow I was too old for this shit before I turned 21. At least they have a lot of beer.
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Katie C.
Whiskeys is one of those places that I know what to stick to -- wings and beers. From prior experience (with and without copious amounts of alcohol), anything out of that range may or may not end well. At any rate, we were in the area running errands on a Saturday afternoon leading in to Halloween weekend and wanted to grab a few drinks and watch college football. So Whiskeys it was. I broke my cardinal rule and ventured off the "safe" menu to go with a chicken sandwich, mostly because I wanted the spicy curly fries. Overall, the sandwich wasn't half bad. It wasn't the best barbecue chicken sandwich, but it wasn't the worst, either. All the servers were dressed in halloween costumes that ranged from a vampire clown, a monkey (ours), the Black Swan, and Ronald Reagan. However, to the bartender dressed as a sexy firewoman ... no one liked to see your ass hanging out of the back of your shorts. I guess if you can't work at Hooters, this will be second best. Back to sticking with beers and wings (so ladylike, I know...)
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Quita C.
Terrible. The prices for the margaritas aren't listed, they're around $9.50 and worth maybe $3. They use a disgusting mixer. Food was awful as well. Had to drown my pulled pork sandwich in BBQ sauce to try to eat it. Our waitress kept forgetting about us, we saw our drinks sitting on the bar for a good five minutes before she brought them. It was ridiculous. It was a terrible experience and I will never go back.
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Peter W.
I've been here a number of times late night and it's busy, crowded, and ok for drinks. This time I came after work and it was a bit slower and calmer, so I got to look around a little more and try the food. We had the wings, nachos with chilli, and poppers. There were decent. Service was good and there are a lot of TVs in the place. I would come back for a couple of rounds when it's not busy.
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Kelli W.
Went yesterday before the Red Sox game. There were 4 of us. They asked us to wait about 5 minutes for a table. We waited about 5-10 minutes and sat down. Our waitress came over and we each ordered a drink from the bar and a water. She brought 2 waters (there were 4 of us) and no bar drinks. After a few more minutes the bar drinks arrived (2 "personal pitchers" of beer, a glass of wine and a margarita). The glasses that the waitress brought for the pitchers were both filthy- sticky, and had visible white beer reside in them as if they had been used. We asked her for new glasses and she just said "uh. Ok". After about 10 minutes she had not returned. We noticed our waitress near the front door chatting with a friend who had come in. We flagged down a manager and asked for clean glasses. She brought them right away and took the first round of drinks off of the bill. Our waitress continued to serve us during our stay but seemed highly annoyed. The food was ok- the buffalo wings and nachos were luke warm at best. With all the options on Boylston, we won't be back.
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Angela L.
Hold to your purses ladies. Purse was under my friends coat and was stolen. The worst part - the bars management did NOTHING to help us!!! This is a last visit for us.
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Brian L.
When I think Whiskey's, I think dollar pizzas. Dollar pizzas and also trying to navigate my way through a sea of people who are packed into a very narrow area, obstructing my path to the bathroom. Brags (+): You can get personal pizzas for a buck each after 11 pm. I think this is 95% of the reason why we go to Whiskey's. The waiters are usually pretty nice and provide good service even if the pizzas do take a while to cook. Beats (-): Super loud, crowded, and not much room to stand near the bar. Luckily we are usually sitting in the booths eating our pizzas. Variance (~): Did I mention they have pizza for a dollar?
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Briana G.
Went here with a couple friends to watch the Red Sox in the World Series and we all loved it! It's a great spot to watch a sporting event, there are TVs EVERYWHERE. You would have to make an effort to no see a TV while sitting at the bar. We all got the bacon cheeseburger sliders and they were delicious. It was not too expensive and only 75 cents to add fries. Our bartender, Alicia, was amazing. She was super friendly and attentive the whole night. I ordered my sliders without pickles, but when they came with the pickles no one was more apologetic than Alicia. She offered to get them sent back but I told her not to worry about it. For the rest of the night she kept apologizing about the pickles and was really genuine with everyone. Great place and I can't wait to go back!
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Sara D.
Food poisoning and poor service!! Went there since its in the neighborhood and it was overall a bad experience that lingered for days. First off the staff is awful and no one greets you at the door or let's you know where to sit. When my girlfriend and I were finally able to order, someone else brought out a random dish and asked who ordered it at our table. We replied that we didn't order what she was asking about so she shrugged and walked away. Seconds later our original waitress brought the same dishes back and set the mistaken dish in front of me. When she passed by a couple minutes later we were sure to wave her down to ask for silverware and to clarify what dish she brought me. She admitted to being so confused and wondered out loud why she brought that out when I told her what dish I had actually ordered. I didn't want to cause trouble and the mistaken dish was similar to what I had ordered so I kept it instead of causing the hassle of making a new dish. When we got the bill, nothing was changed and the waitress apologized for nothing. That night and next day my girlfriend and I both had symptoms of food poisoning. Not too sure I'll ever go back there or recommend it.
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Thomas C.
My wife and I went in today at 1:30 pm. Not exactly a busy time of day. We were told they had no pulled pork or pulled chicken. This is a BBQ place and those two items make up a good portion of their menu. We told the waitress those were what we wanted to order and that we were going to find somewhere else to eat. At this point I was mildly annoyed. We had ordered sodas to begin and hadn't taken our first sip yet when we told the waitress we were going elsewhere. So instead of just understanding, we were charged $6 for our 2 sodas. I will not be going back here to eat when there are so many options in the Boylston area.
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Emily R.
Every time I go to Whiskeys I regret it. The last time in particular. I went about two weeks ago on a Saturday night with a group of about 10 friends. It was around 9pm and we were standing around the bar. A few of us, myself included, were starving and wanted to eat. So we go and sit in some booths by the windows....WELL..the hostess freaked...and didn't stop freaking out the whole time...She was this African American girl, sloppily dressed, and RUDE. (I dont usually want to throw in descriptions like that but she refused to tell me her name..she knew I was unhappy and she was wrong). First she comes up to me and my table and tells us we need to move. So i told her I wanted to see a menu, and she wouldn't give me one! she said we couldn't just sit there....I tried to explain that I was STARVING to her...my friends tried to explain we needed NOURISHMENT..but she wouldn't let it go. Then she proceeded to tell me that I was "probably just going to order an app and that was not good enough..we need to order a meal or at least 3 apps." ....HOLD ON...I didn't see a sign with a requirement of how much you HAVE to order and what type of food. now i was pissed. So we moved because she was getting loud with us...we don't want any violence here.....we sat at the bar tables and ordered food from our nice cocktail server =). She was so much more pleasant..I think she knew we were just treated like SHIT by the hostess. You'd think it would stop there...but it didn't she continued to point at us and tell her coworkers (loudly, I could hear her) about how we were trying to take their tables and how she had to make us move..... Whiskeys....she has GOT to go....if I ever do decide to come back here and she is working I will promptly leave. I don't even know how someone like that got hired. Please hire more people friendly staff members..please.
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Yasa E.
Seriously, the only thing this place has going for it is the location and the cheap wings. I've been here quite a few times and left the place wondering why i came back. Takes a million years to get a drink. If you have a server, they are usually nowhere to be found. The bathrooms are all the way downstairs??? Wtf? Way to plan that out so people can get drunk and break their arms and legs in the process. Oh and last time i went i saw a mouse running around. And tried to let one of the servers know, to which she just kind of shrugged and said "I didn't see anything". That's just the icing on the cake.
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Joelle K.
I would only consider going back to whiskey's if it was for drinks only. I made the mistake of having lunch once and won't make that mistake again. To start, the service was horrendous. The food was mediocre at best. I'm not sure how you mess up bar food/sandwiches, but they did. I had a chicken sandwich that made McDonald's look gourmet. I have heard the wings are good.
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Matthew C.
The wings are awesome. There are only two flavors - buffalo and honey hot. Both are amazing. They used to be a flat rate of .20 per wing which was pretty awesome but now they've changed it to 10 wings for 0.20 each with a purchase of a drink. So if you plan to order 30 wings for $6.00, you have to accompany it with three beers which will cost you an additional $15+. That part is kind of bull....but overall I think they are the best wings I've had in Boston. As for everything else, decent beer selection, decent atmosphere. Can get very loud there and very packed. Beers are around $5 each. Not great but not terrible. And the one time I had the pulled pork sandwich for lunch it wasn't too bad. There's a lot of much better bars in Boston but this place isn't terrible.
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Lisa B.
First visit to Whiskey's last night with the fiance. I have no idea how we haven't been here before! Let's be clear - I'm giving this place four stars, not because it's a four star joint, but because I think I should compensate for some of the yelp haterade. We (soberly) stumbled upon Whiskey's while celebrating the nice weather with a stroll down Boylston. $5.95 for a Chicken Caesar wrap in Back Bay? Sure, I'm game. The wrap was a-ok (especially since they gave me shrimp instead of chicken to accommodate my pesce ways), and our server was friendly and attentive. My fiance got the jalapeno poppers and was fairly unimpressed. They aren't fried (-1) but they have buffalo chicken and blue cheese (+1). He also got the house salad which was huge but not exceptional. Picture iceberg lettuce + a few veggies + dressing. So yeah... your basic house salad. Drinks were cheap ($5.25 for Harpoon and Sam drafts) and people seemed to be enjoying themselves. Three stars in my book, four stars to bump up the yelp rating.
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Elisabeth F.
I came to Boston with my boyfriend so he could relive his college glory days, and this place was the first stop on his list. Here's the gist: I give 5 stars to the service. The guy who served us was seriously the spunkiest, happiest guy! He asked us if we were going to have shots when we sat down, we said "ah what the hay, we're on vacation" and he proceeded to do a victory dance for our submission to his will! Honestly, he was the highlight of the restaurant. The food was pretty good. We had wings which were pretty average bar wings. Good, but not awe-inspiring. The part that receives a 1 star rating was the overall cleanliness of the place. I went to use the bathroom and there was a, a-hem, feminine product sitting on top of the toilet paper dispenser. And let's just say it wasn't in new packaging. Overall it reminded me of any other dirty college bar one would find in the farthest corners of their collegiate memories.
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Alice C.
after spending hundreds of dollars on drinks and food someone spilled a full margarita all over me and our table. while asking for some leniency from the service staff for the spilled drink a burnt ass, dirty, slutty girl working there kicked out our group of 8 who had an over 200 dollar tab because she was embarrassed by her ugly pimple filled face and couldn't give a single extra drink to us. fuck this place and their terrible service and hideous staff.
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Mister M.
Most days Whiskey's has a very mixed crowd: young and old professionals, white and blue collar, college students and businessmen. It's a very even mix. All in all, it's a dive bar, sports bar, and meat market all rolled into one. The servers are all very pretty girls wearing tight T-shirts or football jerseys and tight asses in short-shorts. Sort of like Hooters except these are better looking girls. However, some girls wear grey T-shirts with ratty cut-off jeans (think ugly hanging threads) which give an unattractive, "unwashed" stale-beer feeling. Advice: having the cute waitresses wear clean looking (not grey) T-shirts and shorts with a sharp, clean edge would upscale this place DRAMATICALLY! The menu is surprisingly good, I've never had a bad lunch here. The prices are low and sometimes they even have nice half-price specials. The 99¢ bar pizzas after 11pm, which used to taste like cardboard, are now delicious and well worth it. I can sit, have a couple of beers and a burger, and be surprised at how low my tab is! This isn't a "friendly neighborhood bar", most people keep to themselves. Sports are always on the many wide screen HD televisions and during Football season they have all the games on satellite. Good, solid hangout during the afternoon and early evening. As t he night wears on there are more parties of five or more, and as the hour gets later the bathrooms get dirtier and smellier, and some of the guys become drunk douches looking to start trouble. Also there is a big manager, big Irish looking guy that always looks unhappy, somebody should get him to snap out of it. All in all, you've got cold beer at a good price, good food at good prices, and good-looking girls in T-shirts and shorts. What's not to like?
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Adrienne T.
Horribly disgusting. Aaaaack! I stopped in here on my way to a class at the nearby Apple store. They had a sign out front advertising the "Best Brunch on Boylston". The prices looked reasonable, and I figured since Pour House is a bar with a decent brunch, that this bar might have a decent one, too- the whole competition thing, you know? I should've left before sitting down. It looked like a bar, smelled like a bar, and it was filled with young hockey fan type college kids on a Saturday morning. I was truly out of place. I ordered the breakfast, and the food was as disgusting and bad tasting as the appearance and smell of the place. Just say no. Better, just say never.
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Samuel L.
We waited hella long tonight. They copy your drivers license just to get in. Service was lame and slow. The tri tip tasted like rubber and the tortillas were cold. I don't pay professionals to "try". I will never eat here again.
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Mai H.
I came in past 11pm. So only bar is open. The music was blasting. Our watress, Clare, was awesome. She was very good looking and very attentive. The waitress said they only have pizza for $1.99. So we ordered two slices, so we thought. our pizza arrived and boy our eyes just about popped out. She served us two 12 inch personal size pizza...LOL...needless to say, we packed two togo boxes..lol...we had alot to drink and had a very good time..
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Todd L.
The location is great! The food and service are just mediocre. This is a place to maybe have a drink during happy hour. I don't recommend this place as a "steakhouse" unless you're on a budget. Everything is really cheap and it seems to attract a very young crowd. The staff seem irritated that you actually chose the place. There are a lot better choices...
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Lucia D.
Never again. It stunk, our food was literally GROSS and soooooooooooooooo salty, and how do you serve COLD mozzarella sticks? We left.
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Sara S.
The place is a damn joke!! First off, it took forever for our server to come to our table and introduce herself and ask us for drinks. While waiting for her to come to our table, my friends and I encountered toooooo many mosquitoes under the table, biting at us!! FINALLY comes our server, literally running as she took our drinks& food order and THERE WAS NO CROWD IN THE RESTAURANT !!!!!!! My friend and I had the veggie pizza with beer which was really really good. Another friend had the cheese burger that came with onion rings&curly fries and he really enjoyed his food.... the service was super bad& that made the entire experience just a drag. And that DUH! cut her tip in half! 2 stars only because our food was delicious and the price is super cheap.
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Emily W.
Love this place for their cheap chicken wings and pizzas. Wednesday themed night was always a blast and they have good beers on tap.
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Simon H.
Me and my boss visited Boston last year and found Whiskey´s by co-incidence when strolling the streets of this beautiful city. I can honestly say that we both agreed on that the burgers we had here was the best we've ever had! We thought food here was so good that we actually went here again and again. You simply cannot find burgers like this back home in Sweden where we're from.
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Kristen F.
99 cent 12" pizzas after 1 am 7 days a week! Woooooo! How have I not reviewed this place yet? This used to be an old stomping ground for me... back when I was young and frequented the street of bars known as Boylston St. Now, not so much but I did find myself in the back bay late on Saturday night. We were all set to leave a bar to go to Lil Stevies to get greasy slices when an all knowing member of our party told us about the pizza deal from 1am-130am. We went and not only was it true... the pizza was pretty good! Absolutely a reason to start coming out in the area again... even if I do feel a bit too old for it. Who care!? Pizza for a buck!
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Lind R.
This place is one of those bars that needs a good cleaning!!! We went here with some friends on a very slow Wednesday. We were just bouncing about a few bars grabbing a few drinks. It was about midnight when we got to Whiskeys. We ordered and stood off to the Boylston street side of the bar. The counters were sticky, which isn't really a big deal but when one of the girls saw a mouse running across the floor I think that about put a nail in the coffin on this place for us. I've eaten here before for a few games but I can't remember the food being above or below par. Regardless, rodents in the bar...that's a bigger issue. Get it sorted!
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Kendall M.
Great sports bar. We came here to watch the PGA Championship and have lunch. A few vodka lemonades (which happen to be delicious here) later, we ate delicious food and enjoyed the golf. The guys couldn't get over the $7 price for a pizza - it was huge and a great value for the money. I had the nachos, but could barely finish 1/4 of them - it was a lot of food. We got there early Saturday afternoon and by the time we left (about 4pm), it was packed!
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Matt I.
Julian was our waiter and was top notch! I was there the other night with two friends and my father-in-law who is blind and they were extremely accommodating. Food was great, service was fast and friendly and Julian was an A+ waiter. Please pass along our gratitude!
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Maryam H.
"This is the BEST GATDAMN BAR IN BOSTON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Not really, but after a couple fast drinks Whiskey's will trick you like the slut that she is into thinking so. Gotta love checkin' out those photo-booth pics the next day. Such sweet memories...
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Dianna M.
so i came to Boston on a business trip, and after work hours we decided to take a walk and stop by at this bar. so i gave the bouncer my ID card and since in my photo i look darker (i had a tan) and had black hair , which now i died it blonde they did not let me in!!! she was staring at my ID and me for a while and then asked for something that had my name on it, so i gave her my debit card which had the same identical name and still did not let me in. like are u serious??? ITS ME!! its my same face. why would u ask for something that has my name and still not let me in?? that was sooo ridiculous, that has never happened to me in my life ever!!! i would rate this place a 0 stars if i could for the poor service. so STUPID .
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Jack K.
I like this place because there's always somewhere to sit after a day of work or on the weekend. I enjoy the ambiance because I usually can hear myself talk. There are enough TV screens to watch any game that's on. Also, the big booths are my favorite when you have a lot of people. The service is okay. Usually I get an attentive server. Only a couple times it has been questionable, but usually everyone is friendly and attentive. The food is fairly good and the prices are extremely good. The drinks are average and higher priced given the area the bar is in, but it's not too bad and much different than any other bar. I go here definitely for the food and the proximity to work and the T.
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Ave D.
I'm making this three stars instead of two because the food was mostly good (bbq pulled pork sliders and curly fries - great, fried mac and cheese - bland, spicy marinara for the fried mac and cheese - not spicy... and not really marinara?). Otherwise, it's really just two stars. The layout of the place is weird. The people that showed up were also weird (lots of backwards baseball caps and dudebros that love to talk just to hear themselves, if you're into that). We had good service but my friend has had really poor service in the past. The menu/decor/noise-level are a complete sensory overload. This was our third Boylston St choice after Lir and The Pour House were too packed... and I'm going to find another #3.
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Dean C.
Typical bar food...not great, but not horrible.
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Patricia M.
Whiskeys seems to be the place to be any day of the week. I wouldn't say that based off my experience but I definitely wanted to see what the hype was about. I like the environment. I cant say I enjoyed my food because it was too hot but thats what my meal entailed so thats entirely on me (I had the buffalo wings). The menu definitely had a variety and I loved that but of course that left me undecided. It's really cheap here. I was sad that they didn't offer any smoothie drinks such as Pina Coladas (which is my fave) but if you're a hard drinker, I think you'll enjoy it.
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Chelsea C.
I first came here one hungover morning when I was desperately in need of a brunch of shame. I got some sort of spicy chicken omlette that really hit the spot. The home fries were the most delicious thing I've ever put in my mouth. Or maybe I was still drunk. Either way, it was good. They also serve a ridiculously large spicy bloody mary, which is my spirit drink. And to top off the huge portions food and drink, the bill was SO low. It was like I died and went to heaven. I also came here one night for trivia, the trivia wasn't that great and the waitress never came over to drink my drink order (I showed up a bit late), so I wouldn't endorse trivia night at Whiskey's. Finally, I stumbled here from a Saint Patrick's Day rooftop party in Southie to find a fellow Chiver who bought me and my friend drinks, which was so nice of him. And even on Saint Patrick's Day, the service was up to par, we didn't have to wait too long for our drinks or food. Overall, Whiskey's is a pretty solid place. The crowd of people is pretty mixed, some young professionals, some non-professionals, some old, some young, some douchey frat bros, some drunk girls who cry in the dirty bathroom...whatever you're looking for, you'll find it here!
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Rachel K.
"you make me want to do push-ups" "do you want to know my best quality as a man? I go to Northeastern and study psychology and listen to women" expect these type of (or exact) lines from college guys if you come here. This bar is meant for the 21-23 year old age-range. Ended up stumbling in here last night for the first time in maybe 5 years. It's definitely a good spot if you're in or just out of college to meet other people, eat good bar food (great menu selection), and drink beer--especially during a game. Not really my scene anymore but that doesn't mean it's a bad place.......just keep in mind the crowd. Also door guys seem to be more strict than they need to be. Have had friends who haven't even had one drink been told they were too drunk to come in...on a few occasions, and they wouldn't even listen to them to prove their sober case.
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Kristine A.
This bar is not really set up for large groups because of the logistical nightmare that the layout is. You have to not be in the way when people are walking by which is really hard since there isn't alot of room. Then to stand in front of someone is almost impossible, so you have to stand next to them which makes conversing even harder. Unless you're sitting down somewhere there's no point in going on the weekend when it is very meat marketish.
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Alexandra M.
Came here for a drink and could actually taste the vodka in my vodka tonic which is amazing for any bar! Service was fine and fast.
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Rory L.
Great food for cheap. Service is quick and the staff are very friendly. This is a great place to hang out and watch a game with friends. Huge Windows slide open on nice days for a nice breeze
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ash l.
I walk by this place almost everyday.... and shudder. It's like the Twilight Zone of college bars..... somehow everyone magically goes in there and acts like it's Animal House, regardless if they're aged 21 or 41. I have to say, I'm amazed at how busy this place gets, which I suppose is indicative of the closet teenager/angry drunk many Bostonians are. During the day, it's actually like a warzone during peace talks. Food really isn't too bad, but maybe it's because I lowered my standards and expectations so much. The pluses? Beer. Cheap beer. And lots of beer guzzling ho's that definitely get better looking with each order. The negatories? Waking up with said ho and realizing she looked nothing like the girl you thought you picked up.
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Chris L.
Great Bar specials- 25 cent wings and 2.99 pizzas were very good...Bartender was very attentive and friendly, I would definitely recommend this place for a good affordable lunch.
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Cindy B.
Whiskey's is your basic "go to" bar - good drinks, good food, reasonable prices. We stayed in Boston for five days and had three meals there. The outside tables are fun for people watching. They have very good creamy clam chowda (wish it was a little chunkier though) and good jalapeño poppers filled with buffalo chicken (love it - will try to do on my own at home). We had Sunday Brunch there, the only day they serve breakfast (so disappointing!). They have a limited selection of breakfast food, so I chose the corned beef hash, which I try almost everywhere. Although not the best I have ever had it was way better than I expected. Everyone else loved their egg dishes, so it was a hit. The have a huge and tasty "Saucy Bloody Mary" - just the right spice and very good homemade mix. Many other Bloody Mary options, from regular to extra spicy. On another night, we watched game 3 of the Stanley Cup at the bar with Alexis. She is an attentive and fun bartender and much to my surprise, makes a very decent Manhattan (the best I had in my entire trip, even better than the Marriot). Typically younger bartenders don't make them well, but Alexis knows her stuff!
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H T.
Can only comment on the beer and sports atmosphere. It's was a fun place to visit to watch Boston sports, but it was pretty packed (standing room only). They have a ton of TVs so you can always catch the game regardless of where you're standing/sitting. The service was a bit annoying/uncomfortable. Lots of beer on tap and ice cold bottled beer. Don't think I'd return, seems like there are better Boston sports bars in the area.
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Jeremy K.
What is the draw that brings the huge crowds to Whiskey's on a daily basis? The 20 cent wings deal that they have running most (if not all) week days? The convenient location? I'm not really sure I'll ever find out but my multiple experiences there have left me wanting a lot more. The place itself is extremely generic. It looks like every bar. It feels like every other bar. It's almost always packed, there's always food residues on the floor, the bathrooms are cramped and dirty and the service is hit or miss. With the music blaring in the background, which seemed to feature a lot of Ke$ha sadly enough, I returned there last night to take advantage of their cheap wings with a couple of buddies. From the second I tried to order a beer from our inexperienced waitress, I knew that the evening would be a drag. When asked what I wanted to drink, I asked what their craft beers were and got this lovely response: "What are craft beers? You mean like... bud light and PBR?" Oh god. Seriously? Are you kidding me? I settled for Rapscallion on tap and awaited our first batch of 30 wings which were actually not bad at all. Wish I could have said the same about the second batch which we ordered thirty seconds later and which tasted completely different and was undercooked. Apparently the owners of Whiskey's are the same as the ones of the Pour House but it doesn't seem to show. I find the Pour House cleaner and much better somehow and I'm not sure I'd ever want to return to Whiskey's. Not a fan at all. PS: To however designed the bar and the layout of the place: you sir, have failed. That bar takes up 80% of the available space making for a very cramped experience for us patrons. Seriously, you might want to remodel.
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Jennifer J.
Okay. Just came in yesterday afternoon. Was really appealed to the .25 wings. FYI you have to buy a drink non alcoholic or alcoholic for every 10pc of wings. It comes in either honey buffalo or traditional buffalo. Me and my best friend came here for the cheap wings and a good laugh. We've been here last year an I vaguely remember what the food was like...although I specifically remember the $2.99 pepperoni pizza was gross. But this time around we just got wings and beer. Both pretty awesome. I don't drink beer but this girl told me about this angry orchard apple cider that was good, and I asked the waitress at whiskey's about if they had it she said no but suggested a similar beer called the woodchuck cider which was really good. Overall I enjoyed myself but beware it gets crazy busy after 5:30 because obviously the business people from prudential and surrounding area came in like roaches and luckily for us we were almost finished because it was so packed. I'll give it 4 stars.
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Thomas L.
Stopped in the other night after work for some .20 wings and a couple of "1/2 price apps". Of the 20 wings ordered, half had no sauce or a very small amount. And when we got the bill, it was significantly higher than expected. Why? Because only a select few apps are actually 1/2 price. The bartender must have been too busy oogling his counterpart to bother to tell us that the apps on the actual menu aren't the apps that are 1/2 price. All in all a decent stop for a few beers and some pre-packaged frozen appetizers.
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Deep S.
Worst place ever. Racist bouncer. Never go there. Ever! It was my girlfriend's birthday and the bouncer didn't let me in.
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Warren C.
Good sportsbar, lots of people to talk to. They've got a decent assortment of beers on tap, as well as acceptable mixed drinks. I didn't pay for any of the drinks here, so I can't tell you how pricey it is. Coincidentally, the lady sitting next to me during my flight out of Boston was here at the same time as I was. Too bad we missed each other here I guess.
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Jessica P.
I've been there 4 times. Services were ok. Food was pretty oily and I had to wait very long to get my orders even tho i got there early around noon on Sat. Hope to get improved about this
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Galen W.
Server told us to move because we bought drinks at the bar and not from her. Sorry we gave your bar any business. We're leaving.
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Julia R.
Came in about a month ago and was surprised to see how quickly this place is turning into a total dump. For starters, the servers and bartenders are absolutely awful. Took me 20 minutes to get one of the guy bartenders' attention because he was too busy watching tv and chatting with his buddies. Also, I'm pretty sure he was hammered drunk because he was slurring his words worse than anyone else at the bar and was sweating directly into the ice bin.. Gross. Maybe if this place hired their female staff based on actual hospitality experience, rather than how they look in tiny shorts and a Baby Gap t-shirt, it could potentially be a decent place to grab a drink and some food.. But until then, see ya never Whiskey's.
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Anna K.
I've been here before and it's typical Boylston bar scene. Not stellar, but manageable for a good time with friends. This past weekend was different. Went on a Saturday with a couple friends. Got drinks at the bar. It was pretty crowded so we found a corner to stand in, which was right by the front door about 20 feet away from the bouncers and in plain view. Some guy who is disgustingly drunk lecherously approaches and starts talking to us. I immediately ignore. He continues to try to talk to my girlfriend for a while, but then she goes to the bathroom. He then refocuses attention on me and starts saying gross pick up lines and won't take any hint or direct instruction to "go away." He proceeds to caress my inner thigh and that's when I lost it. My friends and I tried to get him to go away but he would not listen. I escalated my word choice and put my hands up defensively to keep him away from me. My back was to a wall so I could not back up any further and he kept trying to lean in closer. He finally went over to the bouncers to say I was trying to fight him. Ridiculous since he was trying to touch and mess with ME. He proceeds to come BACK over to us explaining that he is being asked to leave. He still would not leave us alone. Why didn't security escort him to the bar and then back out so he would stay away from us?? After he left, security approaches me and says if I have another problem "I should tell them instead of handling it myself." Are you freaking kidding me?? Two security guards were standing 20 feet from me and saw EVERYTHING but did NOTHING and then proceed to tell me that it's MY job to have them do THEIR job?? Screw this place. There was also this guy sitting at the bar who was wasted and fell off of his barstool knocking it and himself to the ground. This happened right in front of security and he was not kicked out. I'm never coming back and I pray all other women take my advice and steer clear because you are not safe here. They should be protecting their customers, especially women, and cutting people off at the bar when they're too drunk. This place is unacceptable. End of story.
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Tom D.
Small-- Almost no where to walk or hang out. Bathrooms are smaller than most closets Trashy-- Always trashy people here Not cheap-- They serve 9 dollars 32oz pitchers like there some sort of CRAZYYYYYYYYYYYY deal. These same pitchers are 3 bucks across town at Jose Macs Only plus I can think of its right on boylston street. If it was anywhere else I would not have been here more than once
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Elle W.
I've only been here for brunch. The brunch is delicious! And very inexpensive. I love the atmosphere for brunch, great 80's and 90's music, fast service, and very quiet. I've tried the pricier places in back bay, and for the most part I'm unimpressed. I've been to brunch at Whiskey's about 3 or 4 times now, and I can't believe that nobody seems to know about this place. Great breakfast! I'm going back next weekend!
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Narissa S.
I've been here once before on a Saturday night, had the pizza and soda combo, however I'm not going to rate my experience off of Saturday night with alcohol in my system. I recently went on a Wednesday night. My wings were great , the convo I had with my colleagues was amazing but what really spoiled my appetite was the mouse scurrying around the area of the booths. 1 star rating more than likely wont be going back. They need to take care of the pest control!
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Jennifer D.
I guess if you have one bad experience, it sticks with you forever and that's how I feel about Whiskeys. The only thing this place has going for it is location. I went here with my husband to hit some local bars and do the touristy Boston thing. I didn't have a sip of alcohol in me when we arrived and order a Coors Light. After milking this beer for almost 45 minutes and quietly talking amongst ourselves in the corner, we decided to order another drink at the bar and I was told the manager said to "cut me off". Shocked by this, I knew there had to be a mistake as I had the most watered down beer possible and asked to speak to this manager for clarification. He explained to me very rudely that I "stumbled" when walking from one side of the bar to the other side when I went to go to the bathroom. Really? You mean when I was trying to get around the loud, ridiculously drunk people packed like sardines walking in my heels? I had a full conversation with this idiot, clearly not even slightly intoxicated and he continued to be a jerk. I've heard this to be a common problem here too many times now and I refuse to ever spend a penny here again.
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Javi K.
Bar staff is literally retarded I think. I walked over there with 0 alcohol in me and was told I can't go in because I was visibly intoxicated (not sure how that works without drinking anything). Anyway bar staff is aweful - in particular Anthony and Frank. I would recommend they go back to elementary school for some English comprehension courses.
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Lise K.
Dear Whiskey's, I wanted to like you, I really did. I had high hopes that we'd be good for each other but in the end I think it's best that we go our seperate ways. At first glance it was love at first sight, a lively crowd, two dollar pizzas, an impressive variety of beers on tap, good music, the signs all pointed to the start of a beautiful thing. I felt let-down however when one of your waitresses insisted that my friend's Irish coffee was rimmed in cinnamon sugar when it was most definitely salt. The coffee was passed around the table and the complete consensus was that the glass had been accidentally rimmed with salt. I appreciated your insistance that it was cinnamon sugar, but I couldn't help but be insulted that you'd question my ability to tell the difference between sugar and salt. Maybe if your waitress hadn't refused to send the drink back and correct the complaint, I would've shrugged it off as a simple mistake. A bit miffed, I forged ahead in our relationship, despite it already being less sweet (pun intended). Our party ordered another round of drinks and waited patiently. Upon arrival of the drinks, I noticed perched on one of the beer glasses was an orange slice proudly wearing a produce sticker. Now Whiskey's, I understand that your bartenders are undoubtably busy serving up drinks and good times, but to ignore an entire produce sticker stuck to a fruit slice is just tacky. Between the two incidents mentioned above and the unimpressive mixed drinks that all tasted like crystal light, I couldn't see this relationship working out. You can keep your produce stickers and margarita salt, I can find cheap pizza elsewhere. I think it's best that I see other bars and you see other people. Don't get me wrong; it's not me, it's you. Hope all goes well, Lise
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Jackie C.
The food is great!! And the service is Ok to pretty good. I think they forget about you sometimes but you can't beat the prices.
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Max R.
I used to come to Whiskey's every Sunday for sports, wings, and a good beer. I think there is a new manager who is running this place into the ground. They got rid of the HD sports!!!! WTF! Seriously it's like the manager is trying to cut every corner he can to save money. I can't watch hockey, baseball, football, or basketball on 20th century TV technology. The new manager works shifts at the bar and treated me and my friends poorly when he told us about the new rules for wings (now $0.25/wing which used to be $0.20/wing). The bartenders other than the new manager (big Irish looking guy) have been fantastic. They get you drinks quick and know and ask if you need a new one. My problem with the place is that all these new changes have been for the worse! If you're going to change something, make it better than before, right? Bottom line, a sports bar should let you watch sports. They use at least one TV for random slide show crap; shouldn't they have sports on a primely located TV? The wings are good, but the manager who's there on Sundays makes me feel uncomfortable. He told me and my friends that he loses money on the cheap wings deal. And then told us he makes his money off beer sales. 2 weeks later guess what happened? Instead of being allowed to order 10, 20, or 30 wings at a time for $0.20/wing with a drink, now you have to order a drink for every 10 wings and now it's $0.25/wing. Why the hell would you change a deal that has historically created a following and regular customers? Now I can't watch sports there, I have to balance my drinking to save money ($8 for 20 wings and a beer vs. $17 for 20 wings and two beers with today's wing rules), and the manager has replaced a hot girl at the bar with his pompous self. I literally buy less alcohol now because of the changes in wing rules. I use to be like, "It's Sunday! Lets go to Whiskey's and get some beers!" Now I'm like, "Ehh... I don't know if I want to go there," and then I buy as few beers as I am allowed, to eat my damn wings. This place used to be a good sports bar with a good atmosphere for getting drunk on a Sunday, but now I will only buy two beers tops and leave slightly upset because there is no HD, and there are increased prices on a promotional wings deal that used to be my reason for coming here! Something needs to happen because this new manager has destroyed my loyalty.
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Devon A.
They let me come in even though I wasn't 21 yet so that's pretty cool. They have good ass food for cheap! I got this chicken quesadilla and fries for like $10 or $11. I was pretty satisfied with them. Plus it was the first Sunday of football so it was exciting to eat and watch my Giants play the Cowboys, even though they lost -_-. But good place to go eat if you're 21 and up and in certain of some $2 pizza deal on Thursdays at like 11 or something like that. So head over there with some friends if you're in the Back Bay area around the Prudential center
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Kathy D.
My bf and I decided to try out NEW types of beer at Whiskey's and... boy were we wrong to do that! We probably ordered the worst kinds of beers there were on tap. At least we know now. We ordered one Killian's Irish Red-Woodchuck Cider, and one was a honey type of beer, which tasted awfully disgusting! We had to make ourselves chug down these beers! We got a spot at a table, and just chilled there, people watching in Boston. The place was definitely packed and had a lot of drunk middle-aged people getting kicked out. 2 Thumbs down for them not making jager bombs.
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Paul S.
I just happened to pop into WFS while walking around looking for something to eat. When I arrived, I saw that they had a lobster roll. So, I though that I'd give them a try. Let me say this,... WFS is really a drinking establishment. You get that feeling right from the moment you enter the restaurant. They have drink specials posted all over the place. So, I was concerned about the food. I did order the lobster roll, and it had a few pieces of lobster rolled into what I thought was imitation crab or tuna. It was okay, but not what I thought a lobster roll should be. All in all, the ambiance is set up for drinkers. If you're just looking to eat, you may be disappointed.
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Tyler W.
I will give this 2 stars because the guys at the door were nice, but don't go here if you have a large group and just want to get some drinks at the bar. We went in and went over to stand by the bar, thinking that we would just order from a bartender. At this point, a server comes over and is very in our face about ordering something. OK, not really into having a server when we are standing by the bar..especially when there are 5 of us. So we walk over to the other side of the bar, and another server is in our face again (neither of them super friendly). She comes up and asks if we want drinks and I basically tell her that we are going to need to split the check 5 ways. I then continued to say that it might be easier for us to just order at the bar (which is what we wanted to do all along since we are standing by the bar). Then she says "well this is my section so I would really prefer it if you order from me". Ok...fair enough I guess...I have had jobs as a server so I understand, but I still think it's dumb and ruins the chillness of standing at the bar having a drink (especially when she seemed slightly annoyed that she would have to split the checks that many ways..that was the whole point of us ordering from a bartender duh). There is a reason why we didn't sit at a table. I gotta say though, I think it is a pretty dumb policy to have server sections at a bar. Whatever though, there are plenty of other places around...
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Ryan W.
It was busy, went right after Boston Marathon tragedy. The food wasn't amazing but it was decent. Not sure if I would stop here again, but it was a nice pub/restaurant for Boston.
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Mimi A.
Been here a couple times, but the last time I was there really just made me never ever ever wanna go back. I will never spend a dime in the place so help me. I was there about 6 months ago, there was a huge bruins game going on, and I am a big bruins fan. There is about 25 different TVs in this place and they refused to put the game on. Everytime I asked someone they were like yep well put it on and they never did. So finally I just got annoyed by the awful service, I didn't even care about the game anymore I planned to go watch it elsewhere, but since I was so annoyed I asked to speak to the manager. She came over in a huff and was EXTREMELY rude to me before I even got to say anything. She said something along the lines of "I have more important things to worry about right now". Not exaggerating that's basically what she said to me, a paying customer. And I hadn't even opened my mouth yet, the person who told her I wanted to see her must've mentioned something about me wanting to watch the game. I was seriously dumb founded. Didn't even finish my drink. Got outta there as fast as I could, never went back. It's also really gross
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Travis M.
Went on a Friday night. Place was busy so we put on name on the list and was told a 30 minute wait or so. Two other groups that came in were seated before my group of just 2. Strike 1. Waitstaff took a long time to come get drink order and even longer to get food order. Food came out after 40 min. wait. Server came back once to give check. Overall service-poor. Strike 2. Food was tasty and well cooked. Overall I would recommend this place just as a bar to grab drinks. Service is well below par for Boylston Street/Coply Sq area. Just grab some drinks and move on to one of the other restaurants on the street for a good dinner.
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Ellie W.
My friends and I love Whiskey's for an occasional Trivia Night/15 cent wings night. Of course, trivia night now usually consists of a bunch of people hopping on their iPhones to find answers via Wikipedia, but anyways... It's a really casual hang out if you drop by after work. I don't think I'd ever go to Whiskey's on a weekend, though. I don't know why, but I feel like it'd be crammed with belligerent drunks who got kicked out of all the other bars in the area.
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Anya S.
Got tired of "Jews eat Chinese on xmas" and instead went here on Xmas day. It was pretty empty, mostly fellow Jews and a few other internationals who do not celebrate the Xmas Had chicken tenders while the man had a burger and some beers. He liked his burger and I was quite found of my chicken fingers, which were not overly breaded or too oily, instead they were quite good. I am not sure what this place is like on a regular day but Im giving it four stars on xmas.
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Parissa S.
This place disgusts me and I'd give them 0 stars if I could. The crowd is unpredictable and the staff are unfriendly. You're better off going to Pour House next door where the crowd is more fun, the staff are friendlier/more inviting, and there's a dance party downstairs.
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J J.
24yo F Came to Whiskey's on a Tuesday around 6p Specials: 20cent wings at the bar! Great deal! The wings tasted very good...buffalo and honey buff flavors. Large pieces. The honey buff was too sweet for my liking. No celery or carrots with the wings (slightly disappointed but Ive been spoiled). $3 bar bites 4p-7p for items such as mozz sticks, clam chowder, onion rings, fried dough and more. Menu: Great array of options (salads, sandwiches, burgers, ribs, etc) and pretty decent prices. Avg $7 Crowd: Looks like a mix of people who got off work in the Back Bay/Boston area. Some college students. Drinks: We just had Bud Light Drafts which were 4.50 or 4.75 (can't recall)...my bf thought it was overpriced for drafts, but I couldn't complain seeing the food was pretty much dirt cheap and oh so delicious! Overall: My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our experience. The crowd was a good mix of after work young professionals and college students towards the end of the night. The food we ordered was really good and cheap...I'll be going back to try some of the other menu items.
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Lisa H.
Great Atmosphere lively music and great staff!! Food was delicious and beer was cold!! A definite repeat place
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Johnna M.
Whiskey's typically stresses me out. The line is always very long yet the place is always over crowded with yahoos. Once my entire group was not allowed in because someone we were vaguely associated with jumped over a road block. Once inside it is just a stressful situation, although, with enough booze, a fun one. You have to wait forever, and I mean forever, to get to the bar...but once you do its ok. I think I've probably broken several limbs of strangers trying to push my way to the bathroom-terribly sorry. The top 40 is fun. I really do not like this place in inclement weather-dealing with your jacket, scarf, umbrella, is just way too much stress. Once I came here for happy hour and had some delicious, fattening, barbecue. I enjoyed that. Bottom line, if I have enough booze that I do not care about elbowing yahoos-it is a good time.
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Michelle L.
Classic sports bar for 20-somethings. It's decent for beer, burgers and all that other bar food we deny loving. Good for loud music late at night but it gets super packed with drunkies, for sure. Smart move offering .99 cent pizza after 10pm! It's saved a few people from serious hangovers. And who doesn't love to throw down pizza after a few drinks?
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Peter J.
I am writing a review from my memory of my 1995 experience here while staying in Boston. I am a big BBQ fan so this was one place I had to try. The plates are huge and everything has flavor from what I remember, it was the pulled pork, pork ribs and baby back. I don't remember anything wrong and do remember the great food and mall across the street. I am not sure if it has changed since then but if it;s still around after 17 years it's worth writing about my memory here.
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Amanda G.
I wish I could give this place 2 1/2 stars... but since I can't I will round up for their happy hour wing specials. This place is a good spot to stop on a Sunday Funday or on a random day off. At peak hours this bar is super crowded and super pricey. $6.25 for a bud light... in a bottle? They play pretty good music when no Boston teams are playing, and from what I hear, the food is pretty good too. The location is a prime spot in Back Bay, and compared to surrounding bars the line is always super short.
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Meghan M.
I spent all of 45 minutes at Whiskey's last night and that was plenty. The extra star is for being open until 2am, having nice bouncers, speedy bartenders and a decent draft beer selection. It pains me, though, to give it more than one star mainly because of the crowd. Ouch, it was PAINFUL. Many, many creeps looking to take a girl, any girl, home for the night. It's just really not my scene. I'll try again, maybe, if I happen to be in the area, it's not a weekend, and it's not the end of the night. But then again, maybe not. PS...They don't do shots. Just throwing that out there. I hate them but the people that frequent here likely don't.
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Jeanette Y.
Beer: - Harpoon UFO Entree: - Chicken Ranch Salad: Came with a good avocado ranch dressing. Not enough avocado or chicken, salad was a little soggy and lettuce seemed mostly iceberg - Friends said pulled pork sandwich and steak were not so good - Curly fries were a plus
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Michael C.
If your looking for college eye candy, this is the place. This will bring you back to what you were like in college. Great TV's throughout the bar. Wait staff was "awesome" eye candy and very good at there jobs. When we needed another round of beers, we never waited very long. It was a great place to see the 6 game in the Hockey series. The bruins Lost, back to Boston for a 7th game. If you are looking for "the college expereince" look no farther #in
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Steve H.
Nothing overly special about this place but I never seem to leave disappointed. Pros: Wings are great, especially at 20 cents a pop. Nachos are solid. Surprisingly decent 99 cent bar pizzas late night. You won't leave overwhelmed but should leave with a full belly of pretty good bar food. Worthy of 3.5 stars but can't go to 4. Cons: Hate the bar layout and sometimes the clientele sucks. But I go here to watch sports, drink beer and eat unhealthy food with my buddies. Don't need it to be anything too special.
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Alli E.
I ate here with some friends before a recent Sox game. We were seated right away and greeted by our server, Alexander. He was the overall bright spot of our dining experience- personable, friendly, attentive, and got all of our orders correct. The food itself was good- I had a black bean and mushroom quesadilla which I thought was delicious. My friends had the turkey club, mac&cheese and pulled pork, and a burger- they all seemed satisfied. For the price you pay you get a lot of food. As long as you aren't expecting five star dining, you shouldn't be disappointed.
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Matthew P.
I've been a few times and it's nothing special. It is slightly more roomy than some of the bars around this area, but it can also get pretty crowded. I went during their trivia night and that was fun, though the service was quite slow. The main reason I would come is to get their buffalo wings that are 20 cents each (but you have to buy 10 of them). Let me recommend the honey barbeque. Their selection of beer was decent, but their margaritas were absolutely terrible. Overall, come in for their cheap wings and a beer, then leave for somewhere better!
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Tracy M.
Came here on a Saturday night. A sports bar with Top 40's playing, a great thing in my eyes. Service was quick for the amount of people that were standing around and drinking. Love the marquee fan above the bar. A variety of different ages. Would go back.
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Bailey F.
Brunch is an easy experience here. The wait staff has gotten better since my college years here. You can't go wrong with 20 cent wings or dollar pizzas for late nights out. Its not five star dining but the place is clean, the drinks are cold and fairly priced considering the neighborhood.
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Britt S.
Whiskey's... =\ Sorry to those of you who like this place, but, well, I just don't. There's no standing room and it's impossible to get a booth because they let too many damn people in. The bar is a giant rectangle and takes up the entire place. Everyone crowds around it so good luck getting a drink! It's also impossible to get to the bathroom without getting either elbowed in the face by tall guys (I'm only 5'2") or plowed over by rude, eager, aggressive girls. Can't say I've eaten here so the food could be good. Also, there's never a cover so that's a plus as well. It can serve as a temporary meeting spot, but still, wouldn't recommend staying here for an entire night. There's plenty of other great bars next door (lir, pour house, etc.).
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Mark O.
This place rocks! I had three fantastic things. Chicken in pablano cream sauce for starter. BBQ Chicken Pizza -the best I've ever had. Cookie Nookie for dessert. If you like a hot-out-of-the-oven chocolate chip cookie, baked in a skillet, and then smothered with vanilla ice cream and whip cream -this is your place. Run....don't walk.
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Bryan R.
Eh Good location Good size for back bay bar Just nothing... I don't know It's just where people go to give up Jason H is the shit though
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Jose antonio P.
Perfect nachos and delicious burger. First option when looking for a place to eat/dinner. Just go.
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Rick M.
I love Whiskey's. Anytime that I am on Boylston or in Back Bay, I somehow end up here. On a weekend night, the bar is pretty saturated with college students. You have to squeeze past a crowd of people to get to the bathrooms, which are dingy. The reason we come here so much is for the $1 pizzas. You will never cease to be amazed that you just ordered 5 pizzas for $5. These aren't microwave pizzas, either. Their kitchen is open and they are schlepping out pretty damn good pizzas. Their drinks are not particularly cheap, but I won't argue when I'm paying $6 for a medium pizza and a bud light. Why does this place only get 3 stars? This place has college plastered all over it. I do at times feel a little old for the venue, and I'm only a couple years out of undergrad.
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Tony M.
Because I'm old and an admitted townie I feel like Whiskey's is that cousin everyone has that still hangs out at college parties even though he graduated (or dropped out) 3 years ago, changes jobs every year, and wears a tuxedo t-shirt or his nicest Hawaiian shirt to formal events. You want to get mad at him but he's still pretty fun to hang out with. You're just not sure you want to invite him into your fantasy league or loan him $20. When I was a young college kid Whiskey's was like Disneyland. The waitresses were all hot and scantily-dressed, they had cheap beer (at the time I think it was $2.00 Coor's Light or something), and they didn't know the meaning of the phrase "shut off". The place was mobbed almost every night with young people out to have the time of their life every night. It brought in the cool girls, who were still as hot as the club girls but actually preferred the bar scene and wanted to talk. I can only assume they toned it down since the '90's but, not unlike that tuxedo-t-shirt wearing cousin, Whiskey's might not know when to hang it up. Of course, Whiskey's also has the advantage of 800K new students a year coming into the city so to them it's probably the same wonderland it was to me. As I got older and realized I couldn't just chase women and drink for a living Whiskey's offered me solace in my enlightened years. Also $.10 wings. Solace and $.10 wings. And still pretty cheap beer but by then I could afford to move down the tap bank to the IPAs. But you realize that after work drinks with co-workers isn't the end of your social life, it's the beginning of a new chapter of trying to meet girls and eat $.10 wings at the same time. But don't lose track of time. Never lose track of time. Because inevitably your fun but suspect cousin with the tuxedo T-shirt will come barreling through that door to ask you to hide the photo he stole off the bathroom wall in your laptop bag (now where did I put that anyway?) and before you know it it's well past your bedtime and the girl you've been talking to for two hours is closer to your nephews age then to yours. So the moral of the story is: you already know Whiskey's. You grew up with him and you remember him trying to steal you uncles Playboys. It was fun back then, but he's still doing it even though he's quite old enough for his own subscription. For those out-of-towners that were maybe "duped" into going there, that happens. You're the tourist. Sometimes you get the tour and sometimes the tour gets you. If you've lived here for a while, why blame Whiskey's for being Whiskey's? He's not gonna change now. Just wish him well and tell him you'll see him at Gramma's 80th birthday, wearing his tuxedo T-shirt.
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Mrs. M.
The girls who work here are young, pretty, and scantily clad. When you go to a bar in the dead of winter and the waitresses are wearing shorts it's a little much. I'm sure the fellas like it, and that's all that matters. The drinks are made correctly, but way over priced, as are most bars in the middle of Boston. As far as generic overpriced bars go this place is ok for the occasional after work cocktail, nothing special.
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Marc B.
This place has gone downhill over the past 15 years. At best, the food is mediocre. The place could use a rehab on the inside. Very loud too. Maybe I'm just an old fart. lol
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Natt M.
Nasty bathrooms, food isn't that good either. Reason I'm giving additional star is because of the service
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T N.
the food is AWFUL. we got nachos (very bland) and mozzerella sticks (VERY SALTY). I couldn't even eat more than two. as for the drinks...we could barely taste the alcohol. and on top of that, we had to wait 45 minutes because the "bartender misplaced our order" definitely don't recommend.
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Jonathan C.
This is my first review. I grew up in Boston and have lived my whole life in Boston minus the 4 years I've been in college. As a result, I've been to most of the establishments in Boston. Some are great, some are bad, and yet I've never felt the need to write a review. However, after my recent experience at Whiskeys I felt a need (despite the fact i've been there numerous times before.) Let me tell you, I've been kicked out justifiably so from many a bars. However, when being approached by a bouncer midway through my first beer while sitting at a table of four, and being told I'm no longer allowed to be served, i was pretty surprised. Even more surprised, was being told to leave because i finished the remainder of the first beer that I ordered. The rest of my table, completely surprised at the outcome, asked why i was being asked to leave, they gave a shakey answer that i drank out of a bottle. so I'm curious, why at 9:15 am I asked to leave a bar after ordering my first beer? is it because I'm asian? i had zero interaction with any other person at the bar outside of the people i was with prior to that. seems shady if you ask me...bouncers on a power trip can only explain so much... by the way - this happened 30 mins ago. If i was so drunk would I be able to write this review??
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Scott B.
The bouncers were beautiful men; you know i have to shout out to the hottie boys... this place will go on my Man Hunt list. The service was average... drink prices standard... it was pretty packed. The walls are covered in strange nostalgia -- animal skulls, mounted fish... It's owned by the same owners as Pour House, which is one of my all time favorites... Here's a rule of thumb: If you are going to put Coors Light on SPECIAL... discount the damn price! It's NOT on special if it's the usual price.
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Samer A.
Wings wings wings wings. I didnt like the atomic wings though but whiskeys buffalo wings are amazinggggh. The burger was world class and the place is just perfect. I love it and i will always go when i am in boston
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Daniel B.
I came here just to get a beer or two. I came during St. Patrick's Day weekend so it was pretty crowded.
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Allan F.
Had a late lunch on a saturday afternoon. Huge menu also huge bloody marys. I ordered the spicy and it got the job done. Wife got the traditional and it was a tad toi spicy. The steak and cheese eggroll appetizer was very very tasty and recommended. The pastrami sandwich was very good. My mistake was substituting the fries with onion rings for an extra $1.50. The were greasy and soggy. Wife had a a cheese pizza and rated it a 7 on athe 1-10 scale. Bartender was obviously brand new but tried hard and his partner kept a close eye on things. All in all an ok experience. No real complaints but will not likely crave a revisit
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Sarah C.
Whiskey's has all my requirements for a Tuesday night: trivia, drinks, onion rings.
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C C.
Good wings, onion rings and pulled pork sandwich. Ample seating for weekday lunch. Can be very busy after work. Does NOT accept Amex Card.
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April M.
Gosh, I really don't like Whiskey's. I think if I was still freshly 21 and in college, I'd feel otherwise. But I'm not, and I don't. And so I choose to go elsewhere most nights. Whiskey's is fairly large, they do serve food (kind of bad Mexican-inspired bar food) and they do have a huge bar. Somehow, it ends up being extremely cramped every night anyways, and takes forever to get a plastic cup of some of the worst draft beer in the city. I guess it used to be a good place to start the night out and be silly, after you pre-gamed at your apartment with your friends. But I just can't stomach it anymore. Surly, insecure bouncers overly eager to shine their black light on your ID. Stale Budwesier. Drunk under-age college girls spilling their Long-Island Iced Teas all over the floor. Horny frat boys gawking at the bartender's ass. Creepy dudes who pass by a little too close after eye-f%^&ing you from the other side of the bar. Small, dirty bathrooms which you have to back in and out of. Annoyed 25 year olds waiting to order a semi-decent beer and then get the heck out of dodge, wondering, why did I come back here? (enter, me). I really don't know why I ever go back. We just seem to wind up there every now and then. One thing I will give Whiskey's is there has never, ever been a line. Hmm...I wonder why. Some places just never reach capacity, eh?
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Nate D.
Perhaps the only reason to go to this place is to save a few dollars, as you can get a burger and fries for like $8, which is a steal in the Back Bay. However, the problem is that the food and service are terrible, and you will need to feel like you're revisiting your questionable, sketchy, and sometimes douchey undergraduate college days as if you look under 40 and it's past 6pm, the hostess is required to scan and save your photo ID at the front door. Oh, and did I mention the food is terrible and the beer on tap (if not Bud-Light) was noticeably stale? The place is gross, folks.
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Amanda F.
I too, and surprised by the negative reviews. I would venture to say that this is probably one of the best places to go if you were going to head to that area of Boylston. Not only is their BBQ pulled chicken sandwich amazing, but their beer list rocks. They always have the games playing, awesome music, and their service is great. Yes, on the Saturday nights it gets flooded with college kids... but then again... what bar doesn't? Let alone, it's on Boylston street, next to Pour House, McGreeveys and all those other places... so if you don't like that crowd, the solution is simple - don't head to Boylston on a Saturday night. If you don't like being in a crowded bar... like Steve J. said... go across the street and head over to the Sel De la Terre bar, and enjoy your $12 beer there. 15 cent wings, are also amazing. You can never go wrong with 15 cent wings.
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Chaci C.
This is the first review I've given that is below 4 stars. If I don't like a place, or have a not so pleasant experience, I usually just leave it alone. But my experience there on Saturday evening has caused me to share my displeasure. The majority of the reason that I gave this establishment 1 star, is because I never got in. Not because it was closed. Not because it was during Boston's Watergate of 2010, but because the staff there is made up of giant tools. I'm generalizing based on 2 of the staff members that I encountered, but by reading other people's comments I see it tends to be a trend. Before I further detail my experience, let me briefly describe the type of person I am in order for you not to think my judgment was clouded by my own immaturity. I never drank until I was 21 (I know, I was the life of the party). I'm not obnoxious, belligerent, or confrontational. I've been drunk maybe twice in my life and have only gotten sick once from drinking. In general, I'm courteous, polite, and appreciative of people in service positions. It was late on Saturday evening, and 5 or 6 of us approached Whiskey's. I was last in line, and the bouncer at the front door let us all in. The place was crowded, but the line was short. I had a bottle of water with me which was rightfully taken away. I was a little bit behind the rest of the crowd. This was a little bit past midnight. I had 2 beers all night, starting at 8:30, and I was very much sober. Sober enough to prove it, speak civilly, and explain why I fumbled with my wallet. I suppose I fumbled a bit putting my license back into my wallet, as I keep both my student ID and my license in the same slot. A short (I'm short myself, so I'm not judging) HGH-enthused man approached me right away. He was very official in his 2 sizes too small t-shirt that said staff on it and his headset. He said to me, "Sorry, we can't serve you any more tonight." I responded, "Well, you haven't served my anything at all, I'm just walking in." The man with the Napoleon complex began to argue with me, never making eye contact or paying attention to the words I said. As the man tried to use polite words, his reactions were something he probably learned in TIPS certification class (which I've attended myself) but never actually addressed the things I was saying. He was relatively timid in his responses, but flexed his inflatable muscles at me to prove his self worth. I was not allowed to go in after my friends to tell them that I had not been let in. It took me a while to get in contact with them, as you can imagine the level of noise in a crowded Boston bar. I finally got a hold of my friends. All of them were completely shocked given my reputation as a sober person. They laughed a bit, but were even a bit upset at Whiskey's for having no ability to tell a drunk from a sober person. They had bought themselves drinks already, so I waited outside as they finished their drinks and the drink they bought for me. As I waited outside, I watched the bouncer let in every stumbling drunk that tried. I stood besides him and made comments comparing my soberness with the slurring words of teens with fake IDs he let in. Lance, is the bouncer's name. It's clear that Lance works under my steroid friend. Lance said, "Listen man, I can tell you're sober, but he must have seen something I didn't, so I'm sorry." Instead of Lance being a gentleman and telling hulk hogan that he made a mistake, he stood there as I waited outside for my friends. At this point, I could tell that HGH had also realized he made a mistake. Instead of being apologetic, he could not admit that he was wrong. My friends came out shortly after and found the whole situation ironic. They came storming out pointed at me saying, "You wouldn't let this kid in?! Seriously?!" Also, my friend pointed out the individual sitting at the window table literally rolling a joint. He was very animated and pointing at the man from outside. "There's a guy literally right behind you rolling a giant spliff and you will not say anything to him? You don't know that's going on?" Lance refused to turn around or acknowledge what we were saying. In filling out this review, yelp asks "Is this establishment smoking or non smoking." I was tempted to select that this establishment did allow smoking, but only of marijuana. Rules of Whiskey's -No sober fun -Illegal drugs are OK.
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Steph W.
Oh crap. I think I just walked into a college frat party! This place screams bro...no thank you! Maybe it is my inner-grandma but I am sort of over the whole let's go out and act like frat dudes kind of days. Forgive me. The crowd here is...young. Not that there is anything wrong w that because I was 21 once too but I'm not feeling it. The drinks are okay -- I had a strong one yesterday but it was almost TOO strong (who complains about a drink being too strong? THIS CHICK!). The prices are reasonable for Boston ($7.50 for vodka and a mixer) but I mean it is served in a plastic cup -- hence the frat party thing! Flip cup anyone? Too bad it wasn't a red solo, I would have been ready to play some flip cup or beirut. So, I am this place isn't screaming class but then again I don't think they are trying to so maybe that is fine. The waitresses tend to wear no clothing but I guess if you're a dude then you'd like that -- hey, more tips! I will say that this is a place to go if you want something really low key and crowded but that is it. And they do have Buck Hunter but their machine doesn't function properly because I played w/ a friend and it sucked. Okay now you're thinking, "No, lady it is probably that you and your friend suck at the game" -- wrong! I thought that too except then I'd pull the trigger and nothing really happened. It had like a serious delay -- maybe that is why the TV was off? I did have to turn on the TV it is hooked up to so we could play so maybe that should have been a red flag. Oops. Oh well, I sucked but it was still fun although I def think it wasn't working right (almost a fact). Then I played some golf game and that was hard. I will admit I definitely sucked at that game. So okay the games give this place 1 extra star. Go games.
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Robbie R.
Lookin at the slew of horrible reviews for this place, I am almost tempted to do the same. But then I remember that Yelp is full of bitter mid-30-something's grasping for a piece of their lost youth by throwing themselves into an online community that gives them some sort of a sense of power. I remember that Whiskey's is a typical Boylston bar. It gets crowded on evening's. The bartenders are chicks wearing ill-fitting clothing who, more often than not, should not be wearing ill-fitting clothing. You will find that the clientele gets drunk and obnoxious-- if you are not drunk and obnoxious along with them. Anyways, what spurred my review for this (admittedly) average bar is their ABOVE average HAPPY HOURRRR! I have eaten here before and enjoyed their 15 cent wings. I have enjoyed their half-price crappetizers. But now they've gone and taken it to another level. Now, with the purchase of an alcoholic beverage between the hours of 11 and 4:30pm, and 11 and 1:30 AM, you get a 12 inch cheese OR pepperoni pizza for 99 cents. The pizza is delicious, and the price is nuts. BOTTOM LINE: Go here expecting it to be mediocre, and you will be pleasantly surprised at how good (and reasonable) it is!
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Corey H.
I can't say too much about this place because I was only there for 2 drinks. I can say that I really liked the decor and the atmosphere. Lots of TVs and beers on tap. We went on a wednesday night. It wasn't very busy. There was two bartenders. Neither were very friendly. They didn't really smile or talk. That made me a little mad but it was reflected in their tip.
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Frank L.
First of all the 10 cent wings are small and gross, and they do not give you any celery. Second you have to sit at the bar to get them, which is small and crowded. And now they make everyone eating order a drink, which makes this deal not worth it. Just skip this place and get wings at Spikes and drinks at Roads or someplace else. Don't fill your body with junk.
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Jef S.
#3 on my "Top Ten List of Places to Loot and Burn in Boston When the Revolution Comes". The only good reason to come here is to sit in a corner with other cynical, angry friends and make fun of the stupid yuppies and frat boys around you. That'll entertain you for about 15 minutes and then you'll need to leave. They used to have one of those tank-and-claw games where if you could snag the lobster, they'd cook it for you for cheap. That about sums it all up.
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Crystal E.
Been there for a photo booth required for a ID card. So decided to stop to eat. Not too bad. Small place, there are archades around the bar where you can play. It's pretty nice cozy place to kickback or take a shot at the photo booth.
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TJ D.
Patronizing this place is akin to culinary prostitution, as you will be literally paying to get screwed. I am forced to give a minimum 1-star rating due to Yelp's system, where I want to give it a .7 stars. That rating is based on the fact that the bar is at least enclosed in a safe structure presumably up to code, and that there is oxygen available to breath. I will not be returning to this place, which is ok. With food, you need to experience the "bad" sometimes in order to really appreciate the "good". Please keep in mind as you read the following review that I pride myself on being a patient customer, with an above average ability to perceive other causes of a negative experience. To begin, the waitress (who appears to be the same blonde staff portrayed in another Yelper's review) was aloof and running around the bar area like it was a crazy night and packed to the rafters....the reality is that it was 1:30pm on a Saturday and mildly busy. Either she is inexperienced, had a bad morning, or plain old "don't give a **** because they're all tourists anyway" due to being near Newbury St. The service, being centered on this staff, suffered because of her presence. I saw several other patrons rolling their eye or becoming impatient as the barkeep floundered around. Her attitude was bad and conveyed that she doesn't know square-one about customer service. To boot, an owner-esque woman came to help the barkeep at some point and she gave off an aura being bothered to help. Either way, it didn't help the situation. Our food came late, taking a half hour for honey-buffalo wings and were cold. The waitress actually offered to put in a new order for us, and then never followed up with us to let us know. Our time was tight, so we ate the cold wings and asked to cash out. As we were leaving the new wings came out and the barkeep acted offended that we didn't want them. Well, communicate with your customers.... Really, you guys have a good location and a unique atmosphere compared to the vibe of other Newbury St. establishments. Use it. Smarten up and don't squander it. You're paying the rent on the place.
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Christina C.
I liked coming here to watch any games on TV, and for Trivia night, but that's about it. Their prices aren't bad, and the service is alright. The food is decent, but nothing that really stands out...just typical bar food. However, there is always an interesting crowd, and the door guys are really friendly.
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Alexis J.
The first time I went to Whiskey's, I'll admit I really liked it. We went on a Friday night and the place was packed. The food was good and came out fairly quickly, our waiter was knowledgeable and really good at handling some drunk and disorderly customers that were sitting in our section. The wings were outstanding though I wasn't impressed with my turkey club. Due to all of this, we decided to go back a few weeks later on a Monday night and boy did we regret it. Our waitress was knowledgeable though left us sitting for a LONG time between check ins even though there were only a handful of other people there. Our wings were mushy and came out cold after waiting 20 minutes for them. I got the pulled pork which was not good at all. Instead of the pork being tossed in the sauce, the sauce was just poured on the top so it wasn't very good. My boyfriend got the hot dog sliders and couldn't even finish three of them because they were so bad. The whole rest of the night we both felt sick because the food was just terrible. Next time I'm looking for a bar in the neighborhood, I'll just go to Lir or Pour House instead.
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Angela Y.
This place has a huge menu...too much to choose from. They have BBQ, wings, steaks, pizzas, salads etc. They had different BBQ sauces on the depending what you want for your wings/BBQ sandwiches. Food is okay. The BBQ sandwich was okay. My husband got a BBQ with Mac and Cheese Sandwich which was tasty. Didn't have a draft beer menu which was kinda of annoying when sitting in the restaurant cause they have tons of beer on tap but you can't see the taps from where you are sitting. They could have had my favorite unique beer on tap and not even know it. I asked what was on draft and the waitress said oh we have tons I can't name all of them. The restaurant got really noisy due to the bar being in the middle so it was kinda of hard to have a conversation without yelling across the table. They do have a lot of TV's for sporting events but all the TVs where on the same college football team...(not even a Boston team) Being a West Coast visitor I would have appreciated some PAC-12 action on at least one of them. The bathroom is down the stairs in a creepy hall...kinda of scary!
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Jeff W.
I don't know how to review this. This was an effected reasturant. We came here for lunch and a few 3-4 rounds of drinks. It was a beautiful Boston afternoon and the place was packed and lively. I love Boston
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DJ D.
Dirty, clean the place. Not exactly appetizing hygiene. I only had a beer, then I just had to leave before I got their cooties.
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Ginny S.
Whiskey's is my after work hangout. The food is pretty good and there is a lively crowd. Service can be a bit slow unless Patrick is the bartender. My only other complaint is that I sometimes see tables in the back with "reserved" on them but when I called ask if they could reserve tables for a party I was flat out told no even after I asked about seeing the reserved sign before.
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Alexa D.
Went to Whiskeys on a wednesday night. The food prices were excellent and the portions were huge. Theres no need to order a large nacho order unless there is at least 8 people. I found the beer prices bearable, but to the high side. C lintel is what it is. Frat boys with big biceps and too-small shirts.
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S K.
Went here a couple weeks ago for brunch. I ordered scrambled eggs with potatoes and my friend got the omelet. The food was literally horrible and I couldn't even finish it. The eggs didn't taste like eggs (I'm still skeptical as to what it was) and the potatoes were super salty. My friend's omelet didn't have any cheese---which he asked for and tasted pretty awful as well. The only thing edible was the toast so that's basically all I ate for breakfast that day. Maybe the drinks and bar food is better but I would definitely not come here for brunch!!
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Marcel R.
I come here a couple of times a week to watch sports and enjoy some of the good appetizers. I tried those atomic wings or whatever they called and almost died. The service here is good as well cause they always change it to the game that I want to watch.
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Samara M.
I am a stickler for Southern Fare and Whiskey's is said to have a reputation for great Southern BBQ. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed just the way I like it! The menue is basic yet extensive. I ordered ther "BLACK n BLUE" burger. I have a thing for burgers and blue cheese. We got an appitizer the guiness book of world records buffalo wings... FANTASTIC!!!!! the second time around. The first batch was burnt however, when my burger arrived it was well done and not medium well like I requested. The waitress was nice and they made it again....It was still well done!! I figured since the chef couldn't get it right the first 2 times why ask for it to redone a 3rd time. I ordered the "Lemonrazz Margarita" AWESOME!!! This should be a signature drink. All in all the service is prompt and helpful, and the drinks are amazing but they don't know how to properly grill burger.
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Judy H.
Hay it is what it is. .25 wings ? yes please ! Pretty tasty and a decent glass of Pino. I don't think my old ass will be hanging out here late with the kids but for after work and decent buffalo wing it filled the bill !
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Melissa M.
My fiance threw up and it slid down the front of the bar. He walked out and no one was the wiser. No one is the wiser because this is a dumb bar that I haven't frequented in quite some time. But, my fiance was wearing a rather tacky tie last night and I asked him where he got it. His reply, "Whiskey's". I said, Whiskey's?? Whiskey's?? The bar you puked down the side of? His reply, "Yeah. A guy took off his tie and threw it down on the bar and threw his cell and left. I got the tie, and Matt got the cell." Whiskey's is not a hidden gem. It should be hidden from anyone who has a mind and wants to drink. Do not go.
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August G.
It just occurred to me that a place named Whiskey's should, technically, have really good whiskey. Not that I'll ever try it here, because this place is dirty and the service is, well, let's just say you don't come for the service. Beer's pricey too. Yeah I know, why come here then? 20 cent wings is all you need to know. Alllll you need to know. Sun-Thurs to 11pm. (Nachos are not any sort of quality but are tasty too) I will say that the waitress said rather bizarrely that everyone at the table would have to order a round of drinks in order to get the wings deal, which makes it a ripoff if you think about it. But my friend has gone multiple times here without that being a policy, so not sure if it's a new thing or the waitress was making things up.
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Rob C.
All along, i had no idea Whiskey's was a barbecue place. i'd walked by it for years, tried to get in one night only to be rebuffed at the door because a friend wasn't really standing up straight anymore, and i never knew. On a windy and cold night, looking for food, my companion had had enough of the weather so i summarily picked Whiskey's because i'd never eaten there and it was nearby. The tables are tiny, and festooned with nonsense you don't really need. The music was absurdly loud for a Wednesday night (late dinner, around eight). The food was deeply mediocre; my date poked at a steak salad, and while i scarfed down a pulled chicken sandwich, it should be noted that i have extremely low standards. Actually, their barbecue sauces are very tasty, and they get a star for that. The beer was a bit on the flat side, the waitstaff was in a hurry to get rid of us (although the host and bouncer were very friendly), and overall it was just weak. So now i can keep walking by.
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Christine S.
TWO LOBSTERS FOR $18.95!!!!!!!! I seriously gained 3249023 pounds during my visit to Boston and Whiskey's is partly to blame. Luckily, I was able to work off some of it by going down the bagillion stairs to get down to the bathroom.
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Sarah G.
Meh....just meh..... This bar will make you feel like you have been transported instantly back to a college party, only now this party has all of the drop outs at it, instead of current students...It just kind of felt dirty in here...and it kind of just made me feel way more mature than I usually feel too....strange...the floor is sticky....there was some remnants of vomit it looked like on the bathroom floors....i am shuddering a little right now thinking about it! The beers were pretty cheap, we were able to get a table to sit at, and they have waitress service at the tables, and i hear their kitchen stays open pretty late for food too, so I will give them that, and they have flat screen tvs to watch the games, but they pack so many people in here that you cannot possibly escape without getting a drink spilled on you.....Maybe if I came here really drunk already it would be okay, but coming here sober??? Not for me ;)
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Mike G.
Not really sure why so many people only give this place 3 stars...The service was great, the menu selection was huge and the food was good and priced well. In this area of the city the prices were cheap! Great place for drinks and beer too.
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Roni E.
When 30 people come pouring into a bar on Tuesday night, most bars open up their arms and spaces with gratitude. Well... here at Whiskey's it was quite the opposite. What's one way to piss off 30 Yelpers? Basically, telling them they can't serve you and to leave. Yep. A few had arrived earlier and had scored a table before the rush came in. Some had ordered drinks, but weren't given any menus. Fine. A couple more of us came in, still not quite crowded yet, but busy. Not one person came by to ask if we wanted drinks or even menus. What we got when someone finally came after 20 min... "Are you going to be ordering food?" My response, "No," as were a few others as some of us were still rather full from the event. But... his response, "Well you can't sit here if you're not ordering food". Not... "Can I get you a drink?" or "Would you be interested in ordering a drink or anything else?" So... while you were in a tizzy about us not ordering food, you've also lost out on 30 yelpers ordering drinks ALL NIGHT LONG!!!! Which would have been more $$$ than your friggin' food order. But c'est la vie you lost out when you demanded that we get out of the booths. Mind you, there was no one waiting for tables. If there were, I can see your argument for needing tables for people that were eating. Who knows, I may have asked for a menu later as I was getting my libation on, as I usually tend to have a need to nosh later on in the evening. Instead, we went somewhere else that appreciated our business. And for that I wish I could seriously give you no stars. Least now I know to never come back and judging by your already 2.5 star rating, looks like you guys need to do some major over hauling anyway.
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Tom K.
This used to be one of my favorite go-to places in college. Now, almost 10 years later, I can barely stand to walk into this place. I find myself coming back here mainly due to its location. The place almost always seems to be packed and, as such, I've never actually had anything to eat here (save for some shared apps while hanging around the bar). Everything here is super expensive, not very good, and if you're looking for a place to hang out and have a conversation with a group of people, this is not your place. With so many other establishments up and down Boylston, I don't understand how this place is still in business, forget packed with people night in and night out.
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lauren s.
We jumped into this restaurant to grab an early lunch when the heavens opened up and started pouring. I ordered a fajita chicken burrito expecting very little. It was still way worse than my already low expectations. My friend ordered the buffalo chicken pizza, took two bites and gave up. Most disappointing was when we excitedly convinced our Australian friend to order waffle fries. Whiskey's shanked all our hype with their limp, lukewarm and not even remotely seasoned version. I'm 99% sure they bought some generic frozen ones and warmed them under a lamp all day. What a way to ruin the greatness that is waffle fries for a foreigner. This seems like a cool place to sit and have some beers but if I could go back and have a choice between food and walking in the rain, I'd brave the monsoon for some real lunch.
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Olayemi A.
Don't care for it for the nightlife, but it still gets 4 stars for the food. They have great cheap tasty bar food, i love it! The wings, cheesesteak rolls, burgers, and onion rings are delicious. The 99c pizza is decent too. Need to go back to try their brunch, heard it's also really good.
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Merry M.
This is food for drunk people. It's very loud. Probably very fun for an after work drinks/apps time out with the gang. Not really a place for dinner, especially if you want to have a conversation. The food is really not that great. The fajitas were awful. BBQ seems to be their specialty. That would probably have been a better choice. It's cheaper than some other nearby restaurants.
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Becki W.
Thanks, but no thanks I write it that way for 2 reasons. First of all, it is to say, I have had your food, and have had your drink, and you are nothing special to me. while i have not had food poisoning, you would by no means be a place i would recommend. Secondly, I went there after the Elite event down the street at max brenners. Good event, and Whiskeys seemed a good place for an after party. The first few through the door managed to grab a corner table. Great. it was crowded when the rest of us got there. It was SRO, so we chose to stand by the table. the table at which no one was really being serviced. We were told that we couldn't stand by the table as we were in the way and causing a hazard. That would have been fine, but there was nowhere by the bar to stand either. You were not going to wait on us, and we were clearly in your way, so Thanks, but no thanks, we are going to the Pour House. Ta!
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Jason F.
Some of the best wings in Boston. I am not a fan of the bartenders who think they are the hotest piece of ass this side of Mississippi. Overall decent food and a good place to watch sports. As for the bar, it can get quite crowded Friday/Saturday nights and you may have to push some over served 21 year olds out of the way to hit the head. Summary: Come for the wings, try not to get annoyed by pompous bartenders.
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Dustin L.
This place has the absolute worst service of any bar on Boylston Street and arguably in the city. The waitresses have THE worst attitude constantly and seem like they could care less about your even existence at their tables. Not to mention they rarely ever come to check on the table, fill the waters or even ask for more rounds. My friends and I will never give this business another dollar as they hold the torch of the worst service at a bar. DO NOT GO HERE!
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Monique S.
What you see is what you get. You can tell from the outside that you are not going to get gourmet food here. The place is what it is, bar food. That being said, my out of town guest and I had a good experience. It was obvious that our waiter was new, but he got everything right and double checked to make sure. We appreciated that. The food is junk food. If you're on a diet, this probably isn't the place to go. They have a pretty good selection of beers all around $5. So that is pretty decent. Overall, a decent place. What you see is what you get, hooters lite.
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Jane R.
It's a pretty standard sportsbar in Back Bay. Good burgers, good drinks, lots of tvs to watch the game. However, on some nights, it gets super packed here. It's definitely a place to hangout and drink and maybe get some snacks!
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Ross P.
This place sucks. Went midday Saturday, terrible service, poor food. It took 30 min+ to get a side salad, nachos and a cheese pizza. Nachos were a stale brick, pizza flavorless, and how do you screw up a salad?... Stale cornbread croutons. FAIL
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Sara M.
My friends and I went in here Saturday night, and this is not the place to keep your new year's resolutions The menu reads starchy, salty and sugary. I had a pulled chicken sandwich and fries, good, but the roll was too bready (sounds strange but you know what I mean) and the "fire and ice" cucumbers are too spicy to be palatable. My friends had grilled chicken and chicken fingers, they looked good, but standard bar fare. The last time I had the wings, they were so spicy we could barely finish them, and we were never asked how we wanted them. We were there pretty early in the night, so we missed the crowds, but I have been in later on the weekends, and the bar is a crowded, hot mess of people. If you are on Boylston, go somewhere else
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Beky T.
Went to Whiskeys past weekend. Students defintely back. They have these crazy pizzas for 1.99 late night. And pichers for only 8.95. Can't beat those prices. Service was good. Not everly eager but friendly. Don't get why so much negative press
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Meridith H.
It smells good in here. I had the brisket sandwich, which was good, and substituted the fries for the garlic smashed potatoes, which were AMAZING. There was probably more butter & cream than there was potato, which is the way it ought to be! The chili with mac & cheese was ok; it's spicy and not overly cheesy, so go for it if that's your thing. Beer selection was decent & service was quick & attentive. This is a great place to go for a few beers & comfort food.
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Tyler F.
Love this place! This is one of my favorite after work hangouts. The beer is way too expensive for what it is but if you are looking for a quick bite after work, this is the place. The have 1/2 price apps and $.20 wings (used to be $.10, but inflation is a bitch). Order the honey hot wings, much better than the regular buffalo wings. Also they are very big for only $.20. I cannot comment on the waitstaff at tables because I am constantly sitting at the bar, but the girls are very good looking behind the bar and are always ready with another cold draft beer when I am ready. Keep it up Whiskeys but lower the price on your draft beer.
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Anette F.
My review is based on "happy hour" time. I've never eaten food from here. The only thing that we would get is the specials, $1 pizza or 1/2 off app. The beer is very well priced and the pizza (for a $1)/apps. were good for the price we were paying. I've never had bad service and if anything, we've gotten complimentary drinks since we kept tipping well. The only thing I've had trouble with is my out of state I.D. I had a hard time trying to get a drink with one of the bartendars since I had a CA I.D. I guess it all depends on whom you get. Overall, FOR HAPPY HOUR and something casual, it's really not a bad place to go to.
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Sam L.
I've been here on two occasions since I've moved to Boston and both times, were unplanned, but I have to say that both times I've ended my nights here have been really good! It's your typical bar: gets pretty loud and crowded, and though it is mostly the college undergrad scene, I find it to be much more tolerable than Lir (you can read that review...my god I would never go back there). It's not a great place if you want to dance, but if you're just chilling with some friends and wanna have a few drinks, this is a decent place to be. Oh and they have decent-looking bar tenders. The one looked kinda like Selena Gomez and the other looked like a mix of Jared Leto + Adam Levine...or maybe just Jake Gyllanhaal. In any case, the servers were good eye candy!
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Rob D.
Hit, miss, hit, hit, miss. If you like being surprised then Whiskey's is the place to go. I've had food that was amazing and a steak sandwich I almost threw out. The crowd could be young old, low key, partying or something in between. The wait staff rocks if you are lucky enough to get a table. This is a great stop for Trivia night, but I wouldn't bank my weekend night plans on it.
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Lauren D.
Oh wow this place! Almost gave it two stars, but than thought about why would this place deserve two... Let's just say I've been here twice and neither have been a very positive experience. 1.) The Waitstaff is not attentive, which stinks for them because the more they pay attention to us the more $$ they walk home with at the end of the night. 2.) Also about the Waitstaff, they are a little trashy, for example the women who served us had a low cut shirt showing off the tattoos all over her chest and really short shorts with slits cut up the side. If you are into eating/drinking at a place where you are served by half dressed people, this is your place. If not, beware! 3.) It took forever to get a beer when sitting at a table from the waitress, which I blame on the bartender. All around...Boooah! I would say if you were coming to this bar you would be going because you had no where else to go OR you were going for the 10 cent wings. I would never wait in line for this place and you shouldn't either!
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Nadia T.
Dang, yo! There's a lotta trash-talking about this bar! Such a shame 'cuz I actually really enjoy Whiskey's. Although, the difference may be that I go during the weekdays. I've never once had a problem with the bouncers. Actually, they've been the nicer ones I've encountered in Boston. And there's this one cute bartender with an accent that calls you "hun." Hehehhehehee. I'm such a girl... I probably go here maybe once every week or two to indulge in their $0.20 wing special. They're actually pretty darn good! I'd probably lick my fingers if I weren't worried about scaring off potential new friends. In short, I order 20 wings + a Blue Moon, and spend the rest of the night happy and satisfied enough to forget my mother's attempts at setting up an arranged marriage. Thanks for showing me a good time, Whiskey's.
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paul b.
This place as really gone down hill. I used to come once a week with a friend for several years. Returned for first time after 6 months and was very disappointed. Servers were not friendly. People across from us got in fight over rules about wings. They ran out of our favorite tequilla. The food was fair (we usually get steak salad, cheese sticks). Just stunning how bad an experience it was. Maybe new management or owner?? This long time customer will not return.
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Kevin C.
New in town but been here a few times already. As noted before, their food is kind of hit or miss - their blackened chicken Caesar salad is retardedly good, but their burger wasn't inspiring. It's definitely got a strong dive bar feel, as evidenced by the dark lighting, low ceilings and very drunk clientele. Bartenders (read: women who probably weren't hired for their personalities) have always been on the ball, which means no time wasted between drinks.
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Tyler C.
Decided to try this place after reading the menu and really liked food/drink selection and prices. I came here with my girlfriend and right after we walked in we knew something was wrong. The hostess just stared at us and said nothing until I spoke. I expected at least a "welcome to whiskeys." We sat down and waited at least 10 minutes for the watress to come to our table. When she finally did I asked about the 1/2 price apps. She told us we had to sit at the table near the bar to get the deal. We moved tables and proceeded to wait another 10 mins to place our order. Keep in mind we had the same waitress. We finally placed our order and waited 15 mins for our drinks to arrive after watching them sit at the bar getting warm and the foam settling. Our app finally came with stale chips and decent spin dip. The ribs brisket and pulled pork were almost inedible as you couldn't even cut the ribs with a knife and fork and the brisket was drenched in bbq sauce. So much you couldn't even taste the meat. All in all we saw the waitress one time during the meal and had to flag her down to get the check. Overall it was disappointing and wouldnt recommend this place to anyone unless you want bad food and terrible service.
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Samantha M.
Ugh. Why on earth was my drink like $15 and where was the alcohol in it!!??
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Steven C.
I adore Whiskeys! Great wings, awesomely priced burgers and good service. Had a lobster roll that could rival most high-end places. I've been going to Whiskeys for 7 years and will continue to do so.
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John A.
You know, women aren't decorations. Last night the bartenders at this joint were wearing jean cutoffs that were so short I could see the bottom part of their ass cheeks sticking out. A woman can be violently attractive without ass all over the place. Have some respect. This place would have gotten one star but they did have an ok selection of seasonal beers on tap. If you're a football jersey wearing, beer guzzling bro-dawg who wants to listen to top 40 hits and chase slutty undergrads, then go to Whiskeys.
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Gary J.
I'm only giving this place two stars because the food is ok here. The staff seems to have a poor attitude, especially the bartenders. I wanted to like this place and came back a few times hoping that maybe it was just an off night. Nope, still bad attitudes and awful service. I also witnessed the manager discipling an employee in the dining room which is unprofessional. I think the whole place needs to be overhauled. I won't be back until I see a sign on the door that says NEW OWNERSHIP, or NEW MANAGEMENT.
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Julie B.
My nights on Boylston Street usually include some time at Whiskeys (e.g. take a lap around Whiskeys, get a hot dog from Pour House at 1, go back to Whiskeys). I really do like this bar and it's a great place to just hang out. Don't come here if you're looking to dance, there really is just enough room to stand. The beer selection is decent and I've heard they have lots of good food deals but have yet to try.
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Karen H.
My manager took me here for lunch as a treat on my first day of work two summers ago. I was really excited to eat my sandwich... until I found a long piece of hair in it. My hair was short at the time. Yuck!!! My manager told our waitress, who was more than understanding about it and even took 50% off from the bill. A few months after that, my friends and I decided to stop by for a drink after work, against our better judgment, and we basically managed to do a loop around the bar bypassing the drunk douchebag bro dudes and girls either falling over us or trying to grab onto us, just in time to exit the place. The floor was sticky from all the beer split on it. I understand that it's going to be crowded on a Friday night on Bolyston St. where all Red Sox fans go to congregate, but I'm just not into it. I give them two stars for the waitress being proactive, but otherwise I have never gone back again.
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Carrie C.
We did not get to eat here. We went on a Sunday afternoon and after noticing empty tables at the front of the place we walked in. We asked to be seated at an empty table at the front so we could enjoy looking at the street. We were told no, they would have to seat us in the back as they did not have wait staff for the front? We walked out, after reading the reviews I think we got lucky!
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Nik B.
Don't come here unless you're already drunk (and it doesn't matter where you go because you won't remember it anyway) This place is lame. It's like the bar equivalent of Hooters (less delicious chicken wings) The only reason it got a second star is because I've seen worse (unfortunately)
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Chocolate E.
I was tempted to give Whiskey's 1 star but then I remember the 10cent wings and the music videos. So, up to 2 we go The thing that kills me about Whiskey's is the layout. Why does the central bar take up 80% of the place? There is essentially no room to walk around it when the place is packed. Its as if the person who designed the place assumed no one would actually come so might as well give the bartenders as much room as possible Also, the place is kind of gross. I think the whole place needs a nice bleach rub down! The 2 (almost) pros that I mentioned before are the 10cent wings served in the bar area and the music videos. The wings are pretty good and for 10cents its a good value. Unfortunately, the deal doesn't work if you're seated at a proper table. The music videos crack me up. When was the last time you watched consecutive music videos? They mix it up with old school tunes so you're able to do the "oh my god remember this song/video?!?" Whiskey's is OK for after work or for a pre-sox game drink... but I would never, ever go here on a Friday or Saturday night
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Amanda W.
In ascending order: -Number of stars in review -Number of rude, awkwardly-scantily clad bartenders claiming the extra 5 feet around their gargantuan bar as even more of their space and ordering you to move -Number of times I've tried to learn Buck Hunter just to escape from reality -Number of drunk girls dressed in cleavagey or distractingly glittery ensembles with tp attached to their high heels about to throw up in the grimy downstairs bathroom -Number of guido fights I've seen occur at the entrance
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Damien S.
Lotta lotta lotta hatin' goin up in this piece. Yeah, it can easily be taken as your run-of-the-mill meat market, but can't any hot spot in the Bay? Frat packers in shorts and Ts or elitists in sharp collars and tailored jackets, it's easy to pick out the "goal oriented" bar hoppers. Whatevs dawg. This jam be straight chillin wit cheap azz buhrsss and da bomb wings for what 5 for fitty? Gangsta. Where they can afford to be assholes, the servers and bartenders are super cool. Kate remembered my name last night and I hadn't been for 3 weeks. The place was packed as Friday nights go and yet she never let my cup empty. Kudos Kate. Judge the people if you must but the vibe is low key and laid back. Cheap, delish wings are spot on. Half the TVs play the game, the others spin what MTV used to (Which popular artist has a video resembling a morphing Rorschach inkblot? Hmm. Never knew.) You're a wiener if you don't hit up Whiskey's at least once.
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Miika M.
What could be a more better trip than being deposited in the depths of Boston during the most exciting round of MLB yet? My friends had just finished taking me out to Walden Pond and due to the rather long walk around the perimeter of the pond/lake, we had built up an appetite. As we walked around, a sudden dash of rain and massive wind hurled us into the nearest church where we found another group of people huddled away from the turn of elemental events. Fire and Ice had an hour wait plus I was not really looking forward to a buffet since I've been doing nothing but eating horribly my entire stay here so I actually was looking for a salad. In addition, they had overbooked my flight so I was stuck in MA until Monday (I refused to waste a Sunday on standby) so the boys took me to Whiskey's for a quick bite and Steve was looking for a burrito place. First off, since it is a bar, they verified my old bag age by looking at my id. And the blast of sound and hot air hit me in the stomach. It was loud. And the crowd here was mixed in a pleasing way. A bunch of financial suits lined one end of the bar in their dark navy and bright yellow ties. On the other end, were a bunch of Red Sox fans becoming boisterous in their jeans and sweaters. Seated throughout the banquettes, were families and random people escaping the sudden downpour. Our waiter showed up in a funky wig full of black ringlets and a boxing outfit. I tried hard not to laugh, even though I was on a call trying to obtain reservations at the local Holiday Inn Express for the night. $250. ??? For a Holiday Inn?? Forget about it. I ordered a Midori sour, which appeared in the form of a half pint. Sweet yet potent. And I probably was dehydrated, since I downed the first half within a span of a few minutes. Bad bad. Since I was craving a salad, I ordered the dinner Caesar salad, priced around $8.50. My Midori was $6.00. The salad was a good sized portion, with a good Caesar dressing. I ate the entire thing and left the croutons circling the rim of the plate. We left, feeling a bit warmer and I was on the line with CSAA attempting to obtain a better quote in terms of reservations. I was not inclined to paying $350 for a room at Club Quarters and I just finished telling the representative that the weather was terrible. "Not terrible. You are suppose to say 'wicked'," she laughed. Got it. The weather was wicked. I love Boston.
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Alex S.
grumble. grumble. Another Boston bar in a permanent state of identity crisis that tries to be so many things and ends up being sub par at everything. They have a huge bar which takes up the whole place so there really isn't any where to stand around the bar. There are lots of tables but you have to order from a waitress at the tables but its really loud so its not a place that you would sit down and have a dinner, more of just a drinks and appatizers place. But the loud music kinda goes to waste cause you cant dance or really do anything cause of the limited space. There are TVs but they are small and awkwardly placed. They try to be one of those places that makes the waitresses and bar tenders dress really slutty but cant pull it off since some of them aren't really that attractive. The appetizers and wings are really cheap which is good but it isn't a place you go and are like "Wow that was fun" more of a place that you go and if you are lucky you say "Eh that was ok"
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Madoka K.
On a freezing, windy January night, my boyfriend and I shivered into Whiskey's out of pure desperation. If pure desperation and hunger are your only motivating factors, then sure, you'll be fed, but it's not going to be amazing. My complaints are the usual. For one, very poor interior design. Tiny tables, cluttered with objects, not enough space to move around when it's crowded. Oh, and it was crowded. The table directly behind us decided they needed a five foot radius to themselves in all directions for their horde of friends to stand, drink beers, and glower at us, and that included our table. So we requested our server to move us to a booth, and the group promptly snatched our table and attached it to theirs. Way to be subtle, guys. The service was a bit scarce, but it was pretty busy in there. The waitresses, host, and doorman I dealt with were all very pleasant though. Unfortunately, one waitress, who was not ours, had a very bad case of cellulite and decided the best course of action was to wear short-shorts. As for the food, the french fries are extremely dry. My boyfriend's burger and loaded baked potato were sub-par. I ordered the three meat combo. They mean that quite literally. I ordered it with the hot links, St. Louis ribs, and bbq chicken. I literally received one hot link, one chicken breast, and one rib. Very stingy. The ribs were tastily flavored, but very fatty and the chicken had a strange taste. For dessert I was excited to see they serve a Kahlua and brownie sundae, unfortunately it too was sub-par, it was encrusted in stale nuts, completely overpowering any other flavor it may have had. On the plus side, the trivia game they host sounded very fun, and I appreciated the loud music and music videos on all the screens. Overall, I'd come back to socialize or drink and meet up with people, but never for the food! Never again.
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Tim B.
They don't have no pizzas.
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Sean S.
I love this place, the atmosphere is great, good amount of decent looking girls, interesting guys to talk to, and $2 whole pizzas after 11 PM, and the pizza is actually decent. Friendly bouncers and bartenders. But some of the food is kind of nasty, and they cut me off one time when I wasn't even that drunk. They cut me off by bringing me a box, so not only did they make me stop drinking, they forced me to box up my food and leave. They did tell me they hoped I came back again though, so I'll give them 4 stars, although I'm not sure if they deserve 3 or 4.
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Stephanie F.
I came here for both for the purposes of eating and drinking at the bar (both were separate occasions). First of all, as a bar, it's your regular "oh it smells like vomit from the night before / they probably spilled so much beer at this place that the odors of the beer are constantly vaporizing in the air of the restaurant." They have a selection of BBQ type food, and their fries are starchy. Like Burger King's.
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Erin O.
Great everyday bar. A little bit of everyone shows up here, and the menu is pretty standard, everything I've eaten is great! They also sell my favorite burger here, mmm. Definitely gets crowded on weekends, but what decent bar on boylston doesn't? No complaints.
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Sarah S.
I wanted to go to a different place, but that place was packed... sooo we decided on Whiskey's, which had plenty of open space at 12:30pm on a beautiful Saturday. I ordered a bloody mary and the BBQ chicken sandwhich with fries and hot BBQ sauce. Sandwich came with coleslaw on it. Pros - friendly waitress, decently prompt service, BBQ and slaw on sandwhich were good, hot pickles were great! Friends ordered fajitas - huge portions. Cons - weak bloody mary with a piece of celery stuck in it that I would never eat (shriveled on the ends), fries tasted like they definitely needed to change the oil in the fryer, low quality bun on sandwhich. Overall, it was OK and not very expensive - you get what you pay for, eh? PS - ladies bathroom is awkward... one sink, one hand dryer. Because of this, another patron pretty much stood over me as I washed my hands. She ended up skipping the hand dryer because it was one of those ones from the early 90s that pretty much has the equivalent air speed and volume of somebody blowing on your hands.
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Rani P.
I was wary when my friend suggested we meet for drinks here. Working in the back bay, I just never had a desire to cram myself in between the crowded bar to get a drink or be shocked by the clothing choices of the bartending staff. So when I arrived, I was happy we could find a booth and that a cocktail waitress greeted us and offered to get us a drink instead of trying to fight my way to the bar. Finally we sit, have drinks watch the red sox game and I find myself content. Then in midst of conversation, a waiter walks over and reaches his arm in front of me, placing his armpit within inches of my face to grab condiments. Sadly, having an armpit shoved in my face in not a normal occurrence, and only after he successfully interrupted my conversation, offended me and eventually began walking away without even saying excuse me- I said something and he apologized still without taking notice. Luckily, I was able to to laugh it off awkwardly- and went to close my tab. I venture my way to the bar, and after about 10 minutes of waiting, I am told that if I ordered from the cocktail waitress, I have to find her to close my tab..... did I remember what she looked like? Fortunately, my friend remembered (what guy wouldn't with such distinctive outfits..) and I had to hunt her down just to ask to close my tab. After waiting another 10 minutes, she informs me that the computer is running slow... can I just leave- please? I walked out, went home and wished I went to Lir or Dillon's.
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Matt R.
Okay, theres a lot of bad mouthing one of my preferred bars by my school. Yeah, its MAD busy Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat nights. Why do you think? They got to be doing something right.... I am not much for the packed bars, but I've been there once or twice when they were and it was a decent time. But we bar hoped from Whiskeys, Charleys, Lyr, Pour House and McGreeveys. If you hit all these bars on one night I pretty much guarantee you'll have a good time. Whiskey's itself is fun with a group of people at night. If you're solo or with a girl or a buddy, then maybe not so much. I usually hit this place during the day and have a beer or two with the dirt cheap wings. 20 cent wings at the bar ALL DAY. Timing is everything, you can get some pretty good wings at the right time, usually in the early mid afternoon or just around 5 or 6 when work gets out and the bar starts getting busy. But sometimes, in those odd hours, the wings might have been sitting or something. Not that you care when you're six or eight beers deep.
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Autumn Y.
While walking around in Boston our group started to get hungry and wanted a place to get some food and have a drink. A couple people in our group had been here for drinks before, so we thought we would give it a try. The atmosphere is your typical sports bar atmosphere with tvs, a good beer selection, games and a full bar. The food however, was not impressive. Naturally my expectations weren't very high since it was "bar food"; however, this place is known for its wing hot sauce so I ordered the buffalo chicken wrap. The chicken was rubbery and the tortilla tasted like plastic. They drenched the wrap in buffalo sauce and the blue cheese was flavorless. My boyfriend ordered the Italian Stallion which he did enjoy. I may have just ordered the wrong thing. The drinks were also watered down. I am not a lush or anything-but come on- I want to taste the alcohol in which I am paying for. Overall the service was okay and the atmosphere but thumbs down to the food and drinks.
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Vivian H.
Good for some cheap BBQ, just don't have the highest expectations (come on it's BBQ in Boston). Some pretty great happy hour/late night deals too I've noted. I'd totally go back for the Thursday $10 fajita + margarita deal.
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Richard P.
I've been here before, but tonight, I ordered one beer for myself and they cut me off. The manager, Tim, said I was too drunk and he ordered the wait staff to stop serving me. I have been watching my party (who are celebrating a birthday, a party of +15) as they drink merrily and I have been sitting by idly and observing as other patrons are getting completely messed up. And i mean there were sloppy-drunk local dudes who were stumbling and falling over themselves... you know the ones i'm talking about. Some post-frat-boy sports fans, loud, sweaty, and drunk ... red-faced drunk... and i'm standing there, dressed nicely, with a glass of water... I tried drinking a bud light, but the manager came out and stripped the beer from my hands. I have little patience for this. I am a paying patron and I'm trying to have a good time, but have been hassled for no reason. This place is bunk and I strongly encourage people who are considering this venue to go somewhere else unless you like to be discriminated against. *We also had an international patron with us... since his ID card was not a passport, he was allowed to come-in only if he sat in the dining section. The only seat they had was in the back corner, and he sat there alone.... this is crazy! It'd be different if I was anything else than normal and having a good time. If you are interested in having a fun time, go somewhere else.
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Katie H.
It's hard to pin-point why exactly I like this place - but it is a personal favorite of all the bar options on Boylston. The beer and food is inexpensive and not bad for the price - which is a major bonus. I'm also always able to snag a table in the place, whether it's for Happy Hour on a Wednesday or midnight on a Friday night. The 'decorations' also crack me up. The service is not the best when the place is really crowded but you will eventually get served.
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Clara L.
$1.99 pizza? Good variety of drinks? The ability to find a table for 6 people around midnight? Point for Whiskey's. The service is pretty quick, and people watching is fun. Not sure if the pizza would be as delicious before midnight, but for a buck ninety-nine, it was damn good. the only downside discovered even while pretty toasted, was the $8 shots that were consumed at the table. Really? $8 for a bit of red bull and some jager? Boo.
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Lisa R.
This place is pretty gross and it is always sardine-packed BEYOND belief. The ONLY reason this place gets 2 stars instead of 1 is because of the ridiculously cheap pizza deal when you buy beer. With all the other decent bars on Boylston St, I would not waste my time on this one.
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Bob G.
A few of my co-workers and I went there twice while working at PAX east. The first night was crowded and crazy (Thursday) but I cannot fault the restaurant with that as we were promptly seated. The second night was Sunday and though it wasn't super busy they had only 2 people working the floor and it took forever to get a seat.... but the bouncer was cool and got someone to help us. As far as food goes, the portions were huuuuge and the prices were very reasonable. Being from the Bay Area, California most restaurants in big cities jack up the prices. I had pulled pork the first night and it was really good. The second I had fish and chips and it was not too bad. In conclusion, yes it's bar food but very good bar food especially for the price. I'd totally go there again.
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Alison W.
Two lobsters for $19? Yes please. Only in Boston, right? You could also get one for $13 but since we had a large group, it was well worth it. We even had a few more people join us a bit later in the meal but they ran out of the lobsters by then. Guess it's a popular special. I don't think it's on the menu so they might only have it on select days. Although delicious - halfway through, I was already questioning why we got them. Too much work. It's served with a cool plastic bib, special fork/pick, the pliers to crack the shell, a vat of melted butter, and a wetnap for after. Oh and fries (way too crispy/burnt) and coleslaw (ewww- don't know that many people that like it) on the side. So messy and there's only meat in the claws and legs. Dunno how you're supposed to eat anything from the body and head. Anyways someone else got pasta. And they had this deal for a pitcher and a small pizza for $13 that someone else tried. All in all, a decent and cheap meal. And the place is a bit like Applebees with all their Boston memorabilia but that's kinda the feel of Boston. There is a bouncer that checks your ID when you come in. But you can go without it if you don't drink. I don't remember him stamping you hand or anything so I have no idea how the bartender would know. Great system... The waitress recommended a special concoction that was similar to red bull and vodka. It was kinda horrible in taste but also kinda cool because they put a light-up flashing fake ice cube in it.
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Greenbean O.
We enjoyed the happy hour fare so much that we came back to try the dinner menu. My husband had the hot links, pork ribs, and brisket and I had the ribs and brisket. We also had the fried string beans and the chipotle bean deep for starters.While the service was excellent, the food was not satisfying. The brisket look was not tasty and should have been smoked. It had the consistency of chipped beef (ala $*%T on a shingle). The ribs were not run of the mill. My husband's hot link tasted like a grilled oscar mayer hot dog. Our impression is that while this might be a place for grabbing a drink to watch the game, it is not a great place for dinner. We have experienced real bbq as in Shack on Main in Atlanta as well as Dinosaur BBQ and Hill Country in New York where we would be happy to pay more for the eats. This was clearly a disappoinying experience.
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Chris B.
OK - a solid 3 stars, maybe even 4. This is exactly what I picture a Boston bar to be. A cool place to meet up with friends, watch a game, hang out... It's a "good times" kind of place. Entertainment was provided by a zoot suited gentleman (ok gentleman is a strong word for what this guy is) hollering at the Celtics game. Our waitress informed us that he is a regular - and is pretty intense - all the time. All in all, a great place for a diet pepsi. My colleagues had beers. Oh - and WTF with the diet pepsi everywhere? I can't find a diet coke in this town to save my life!
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Nikki I.
Great Wings!
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david c.
Not crazy about the loud rap music. Steak & lobster only good, but that is hard to mess-up. This seems like a drinking establishment.
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Kyle P.
Good neighbourhood place, I live literally two blocks form there, and its just a great place to hang out. Bartenders are fast, get what you need, they can do table service also if you end up sitting at the tables for food after the kitchen is closed. They do have $1 pizzas, and its pretty good for a dollar. It is always crowded, so if you are claustrophobic, not a place for you. OK music, but there is no room to dance so who cares. You definitely should circle the bar once just in-case you bump into someone you know, you always will. This place is usually full of university students and recent grads, so it get pretty loud, not a place for a date night. Overall, go, and you will have a good time.
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J. E.
frozen lobster... sold as "fresh," wings that are obviously frozen before being cooked... GM with a god complex... miniature bouncers who behave like they are gigantic, and a zero tolerance policy for fun... think i will go to their sister bar Pour House and actually have a good time... P.S. DO NOT ever order the cheese steak. P.P.S. no one who works there looks like the hot chicks on their website.,
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Todd O.
This used to be my absolute favorite place to get chicken wings. It was here that I reached my personal best of 53 wings and 3 margaritas. However it is too inconsistent to be anything other than middle of the road. From time to time the wing sauce was far too tomatoey which throws off my ability to put them down. The wings used to be 10 cents during happy hour and some other times, then they increased it to 15 cents! I know. You're thinking big deal. But imagine your gas increased 50%! It's a ballsy move. When's it's good it's great, but be wary chicken wing lovers.
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Koko R.
Terrible service. made me sick because the server assured me there was no gluten in my steak and low and behold it was soaked in it. Was sick as a dog later. The manager was rude as well when I tried to explain to her. It's a college bar- if your a college kid then go for it
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Tarah H.
I know, I know. I'm committing some sort of Yelp sin by not giving this place one or two stars. But hear me out. No, it's not really my favorite crowd Thursday-Sat night. But just because it's not my ideal doesn't make it bad. The staff is friendly and tries to be as helpful as can be. The bartenders are pretty good and wait staff ranges from good to the sometimes awesome. It's not fine dining, but the food's decent. They make their own cole slaw and BBQ sauce, that I happen to like a lot. Burgers and chicken sandwiches are good. The Turkey Reuben is worth a try and Gator Eggs not to be missed. The Kahlua Brownie Sundae is sinfully good. Also, their wings are some of the best I've had in town. Tuesday night trivia adds to the appeal. So no, Whiskey's may not be the best in town, but it's a pretty reliable meal and a decent spot to chill after work or watch the game.
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Brendan M.
Nice bar good atmosphere great prices for the area. Buffalo sauce was tasty good looking girls bartending. Cant ask for more from the bar.
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Erin P.
WORST DINING EXPERIENCE EVER!!!! HORRENDOUS!!! Please, don't even bother going here. Our server was awful. She impatient for us to order and then once we did she disappeared. Our food was very cold by the time we actually got it. But neither of these things could be considered the worst part. At the end of our meal, one of the people I was with mentioned how poor our time at Whiskey's was. He said it loudly, and he shouldn't have, but the response we got from this was APPALLING! Soon after, our table was suddenly surrounded by staff members. They were YELLING at the person I was with and claiming he was a racist! One of the women yelling claimed he called her a racial slur, yelled "white boy" at him several times, and then literally threw our bill at him. She demanded he pay his bill and, "Get the hell out!" It may have been one of the most embarrassing moments of my life... and it was all completely undeserved. I will NEVER go back and I hope this deters other from doing so too! HORRIFIC!
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Ivan R.
Visiting Boston, I found myself eating some Texas BBQ - really! Upon arriving, I found myself being carded at the door. It wasn't hard to find a table on a Thursday night but I could definitely picture this place getting crowded on a Friday or Saturday night, during happy hour etc...TV's everywhere to watch the game, good crowd! Only 3.2 Miles from the Sam Adams Brewery, you know you're getting some fresh stuff! Ooooh, I love Boston!! Ordered the buffalo wings, 1 pound (10 wings) for about $6.95 or 2 pounds (20 wings) for $9.95...good stuff!, good quality wings...plenty of meat on them, good texture, good taste (although the spicy wasn't - wish they could deliver some heat!). Seeing the menu was filled with attempts at Mexican food like burritos & fajitas, as well as BBQ like ribs, etc, the BBQ Brisket seemed pretty safe...and it was, no better or worse than that though. The portions where huge, even for a guy like me who usually cleans his plate. My buddy got the fajitas, which arrived on 3 plates...yeah, that was too much food too... Service wasn't great, and trying to pay the check wasn't good at all...we met some friends there later in the night who wanted to split their part of the check..."Please put the Blue Moon and the margarita on this card..." - so the waitress brought another blue moon and another margarita, took my cash to cover the entire bill and couldn't fix it without 30 minutes of waiting and headache...she blamed us because SHE didn't understand, that's really bad customer service. After all that, we still ended up losing money on the transaction, we just gave up and checked out McGreevy's on the next block. Speaking of the service, some of the waitresses there are dressed in daisy dukes and tight t-shirts...its just a shame none of them are attractive :( the bartenders were pretty cute though, wearing fitted tank tops which were just as seasonally inappropriate as their tans :) Bottom line, follow the rules...have some beer, have some wings, don't make the bill too complicated...you'll have a great night!!
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Sara M.
We used to come here a lot for the 10 cent wings deal, which was always a good time. The wings were large and plump, with a good amount of sauce. The beers were cold and plentiful. The only thing you had to do was get there early enough to grab some tables in the bar area. The clientele seemed to be alright, maybe bordering on preppy/cocky but we did see some cuties. That could have just been when we went though so don't quote me on that. I haven't frequented this place often enough for either food or drinking but it seemed just okay to me.
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Nikki I.
Great place to watch games while having some good food. I went on the Saturday of St. Patty's Day weekend, crowded and a bit of a drunk crowd, as expected. Oddly, they had a mariachi band perform on behalf of Corona, not necessarily basking in Irish pride. Then went to watch the Elite Eight games and our waitress was incredibly enthusiastic in all aspects of her job. It was funny for the most part, at some points we weren't sure how to react. Pulled pork sandwich was underwhelming. The pork wasn't cooked as much as I would normally like and the sauce didn't make up for it. Thankfully, the fries were very good. I was not expecting the Fire and Ice cukes. They were original! The Blackened Steak Sandwich was so good! The meat was perfectly cooked, the bread was wonderful and the sauce complimented the whole sandwich well. There is alot of food in that one sandwich so be prepared to reorganize the goodies to actually be able to eat it without making a complete mess. The fajitas were flavorful and filling, they come with alot of sides and the options for the sides are flexible depending on what you want. The margaritas were tasty as well. The strawberry one was a nice start to the evening while the Rasperry-Lemon margarita was quite strong but also a great way to get a buzz on for the rest of the night. As for going there for a Boston bar experience, I wouldn't recommend it. It is a bit cramped and hot. The bathroom is not fun to go to and the crowd is very blah and collegey. A good pregame spot though :)
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Taja R.
I tried to like this place. I really did. But the things that tainted my experience put the nail in the coffin. The last time I dined there, they almost food poisoned someone in my party. We asked the server several times if they had pork in one of their dishes, because my friend has an intolerance/allergy to it, as evidenced by the last time they tried pork for the first time. The last thing I wanted that was another hospital trip and stomach pump that evening. Anyway, we asked her several times before the food arrived if it contained pork. She rolled her eyes and assured us that there was no pork in the dish. When we got the food and tasted it, it clearly tasted and smelled like pork. We said to the server "We really hope you checked with the kitchen, because he has an allergy to pork and I would hate for this to be pork." Her eyes got really wide, and she ran back to the kitchen. She came back with a "manager" that looked no older than 15, who apologized and told us that it was in fact pork! We asked the girl 5 times before the food arrived that we could not have pork, and she clearly didn't care until we told her about the allergy after the fact. We left that restaurant and didn't even finish our drinks. Poor customer service and total disregard for the guest have officially made me an ex-customer.
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JD D.
Went in on a Sunday to watch the 2nd half of the Patriots game. It was crowded but we were able to get a booth and ordered up beers, nachos, and wings. I didn't love the wings like some other reviewers on here; I enjoyed the nachos but I would skip the chili add-on next time. Our waitress, Leah, was very attentive and friendly and not dressed like a self-absorbed stripper referee, which I appreciated. Prices also were reasonable given that this neighborhood is tourist central. I'd go back to watch a game but I wouldn't make it a regular hangout.
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nomo c.
Can I give this place ZERO stars? Maybe it deserves 1 star since the wings are 15 cents and most of the waitresses are decently nice. BUT the bartender "PAT" is a jerk. 1.He was only concerned about flirting with booty shorts girl. 2.My friends and I saw him sticking his hands under her pits then serving beers to other patrons. 3.He never checked on our food, we had to ask another waitress to find out if our food was ready. 4.Whenever we'd try to get his attention, we saw him mouthe "what does she want now..." 5. I saw a waiter bring back a drink b/c there was a bug in it. One waitress fished it out with her finger. They told the bartender about the bug and make a new drink. He told them he wasn't going to and to put a new straw in it and send it back. I watched with anticipation and horror hoping they wouldn't give back the SAME drink with the BUG fished out with a FINGER. But that's exactly what happened. If you ordered a margharita on a Thursday night, sorry, that was the same drink buddy.. This bartender violated so many health codes, he should be terminated.
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Gerardo F.
Frankly, this place is a poor man's Pour House (which is located barely a minute away). The staff members are not friendly at all (well, with the exception of one waiter who seemed ok), the food portions are surprisingly small, the food is poorly cooked (I had breakfast twice and lunch once there) and the majority of the clientele are either drunk/rude college kids, wannabe tough guys in their late 20s and construction workers getting drunk.
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Aditi R.
It was a pretty nasty day out on Saturday but considering it's one of the last days of summer we decided to end our night at a bar on boylston and this happened to be the place all my friends ended up being in. It was PACKED! Thank god I'm relatively small and can weasel my way in front of the bartender, otherwise getting a drink seemed like a nightmare. It's your typical bar on boylston, nothing special. Drinks are relatively cheap and there is ample enough room to mingle, but the bar does take up a significant portion of the space so once it's crowded, it's slightly difficult to move around. The music is alright, nothing special. I didn't have the food there so can't really comment on that, but definitely did end up having a good night, but that I can attribute mainly to friends, not to the venue. At the end of the day though, I won't mind going there again. Cheap drinks and good friends make me happy :)
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Bryanne R.
I end up here usually after a long night of partying. If you're people hunting, I'd suggest this place. You can meet some very legit...and some very sketch here. I once started dancing with a guy (they do not have a dance floor here ps) by the bar who then disappeared. I saw him after I left the place...singing on Boylston for some change. Classy Bryanne, classy. They have reasonable drinks...are tolerant of the intoxicated crowd...and will put up with you starting your own dance party. The one thing I'm not a fan of (which some guys might like) are the skanky outfits the female bartenders have to wear. **Make sure to have a credit card or some other form of ID if you're from out of state.
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Andrew T.
I'm no dreamboat or anything, but holy hell, 95% of the crowd is a 5 or lower, no matter what sex. And let's not forget that it's mad gross, crowded, and composed 50/50 of college students and swarthy older people who can't afford to prowl at Abe and Louie's. Maybe if I was tryin to knock boots with some not-so-fly honeys Special K style, I would consider coming here. My "n" is only 2 visits, but it's been exactly the same everytime I've been, which are Saturday nights. For what it's worth, I'd rather go to the Pour House if I wanna slum like a college student. One star for bouncers/bartenders who aren't complete dicks.
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christopher c.
Whiskey's is the mecca for douchy tourist and douchier college kids in Back Bay. Save yourself some time and skip this one. I have heard they have good wings...
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Jonathan P.
We arrived in the afternoon before first night. We decided to sit on the bar, but were consistently ignored by the bartenders... After waiting a few minutes, had to stand up and wave in order to get noticed. Two stars for the service.
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Arestia R.
Whiskey's is such a meat market. And I love it. This was stop 5 on our Boylston Birthday Pub Crawl (clearly we skipped Lir. Ew. It wishes it was an Irish bar and locals tend to stay away and so should you). I always talk to strangers here, which is the best reason to come here. The bartenders are fast and attentive and the music videos they play on their tv screens at night are awesome/hilarious. You have to realize what you're stepping into. Get your drafts in a plastic cup and get out there and make some friends.
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Dan B.
Way too loud to have a conversation: the music is loud and the people are louder. Brisket was way too fatty -- even after you think you cut it all away. And this was just a typical Thursday evening with music videos playing. Won't be going back.
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Brian W.
Whiskey's has some great food. I stopped by here a couple weeks ago and had some steak tips ordered rare. They were perfectly cooked-- the definition of rare-- and tasted awesome. They didn't skimp on the food and I was stuffed after scarfing it all down my fat mouth. Nice drink selection, pretty nice bar and atmosphere, but typically way too crowded on late nights. I must admit, though, waiting times aren't bad at all. I went with a group of 5 at 7:00pm on a Friday night and only waited ten minutes for a table.. with no reservation. Tell me a freaking Wendy's where that's possible. Chea.
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Claire S.
One of my favorite places in Boston, as a student I am really sensitive to price and whiskey's is very affordable! $25 for a dinner for 2 with beers! They have wide range of burgers and the pizza are incredible. It's a casual place where I like to hang out, watch sports with friends...
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Courtney H.
This bar is good, but nothing spectacular. It can get kind of loud if you just want to relax and have a few beers, especially with game crowds. The food is decent and the drinks are good also. It's just that it's so close to the Pour House, all I think about is how I could have had a much larger beer for the same price two doors down. Another odd thing is that if you sit by the window, people are constantly stopping and looking at the TV screens that face the outside for game scores. While I've done this myself while walking down Boylston, it definitely feels like people are staring right at you for a few minutes. Just a bit awkward!
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Alan L.
This is another typical college bar with a less TVs but serves better food than The Pour House. Another hang out join for local business people and college students.
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L And T S.
Place was packed and we figured wings and beer would be good. Service is slow and wings are eh. Beer is good, but I prefer good food with my beer.
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Sam T.
This place is my little piece of Florida in the city of Boston. I walk in, sit at the bar, I am surrounded by televisions with college football (instead of the Red Sox game) and the bartender tells me they have half off on wings and cheap beer. Sold!!! You can't beat 20 wings, fries and 4 beers for less than $30. I have found my Saturday college football bar. Go Gators!!!
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Luke C.
I feel like Whiskey's gets a bad rap. It has its pitfalls like most bars, but I feel that they are outweighed by the positives. Friday and Saturday nights can get a bit crowded here, so I would try to go either early those nights, or stick to the other 5 nights. Why do I give it 4 stars? Because I've been here many times and have always had a good time. Also, the drinks are cheap, the girls are cute, and the bartenders wear small jean shorts. Oh yea, Monday night has 15 cent wings, which makes for a cheap dinner.
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Hannah W.
Nachos and Fajita was filling and edible, but nothing so good about it. nothing special, nothing stands out at all. it w
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Jeffrey K.
Take a. . . Sports bar Irish bar Dive bar College dudes and chicks going to drink for the first time, 30something dudes trying to bang those chicks A creepy 50something dude trying to look cool Overpriced drinks complimented by poor service and a long ass line for no apparent reason, and you have Whiskey's. Enjoy.
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Diane D.
"Meh, I've experienced better", as the two star mark decidedly notes, EXACTLY expresses my feeling toward Whiskeys. Whiskeys isn't awful...it's not a place I complain about if friends want to meet there or avoid if I'm in the neighborhood - but I also never have thought to myself "yeah I think I'd really like to go to Whiskeys tonight." Everything about it is entirely average - and on some nights - just plain sub par. The drinks are usually pretty weak, the food is blah, and the set-up of the interior with the big bar in the middle isn't great for mingling or hanging out with a group of friends. Whiskeys. Specializing in "Meh".
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Jeffrey H.
This place is like the epicenter of Boylston nightlife that I detest. As if they were cattle, the clientele is corralled into the center of the venue, enclosed in between the main bar and some surrounding counter tops. Within the enclosure, you'll find some of your stereotypical MTV wannabe failures who guzzle liquid dreams and drown their liver probably because their fifth REAL WORLD OMAHA tape submission was sent back with a REJECT stamp. Bouncers will hold the line in order along Boylston Street and remain oblivious to the people who hop the cigarette rope line to sneak inside. I witnessed a very disappointed Iraq War veteran get declined admission after insufficient identification (he only had his military I.D.). I gladly obstructed the bouncer's view when the veteran jumped the rope. Inside waitresses run around crazy and will do their best to ignore you, even when you're seated a table. You'll also find more bouncers who will order you to find a seat if you're outside the corral--I'm sorry you miss the glory days of being high school football captain and champion beirut player but if I'm going to be in here for another minute, I'm going to need a nice tall glass of beer and for you to calm the hell down. I only come here when I'm dragged here. Clearly the only reason they make money off of me is because I'll spend the cash to blackout as fast as I can. At least there's no cover or dancing. For that two stars.
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Alan B.
This place adheres to the typical Boylston bar formula. Stock a bar, charge average prices for drinks (read: not expensive). Add a kitchen with incredibly bad-for-you food, charge next to nothing for it. Apply people liberally. Shake and pour. But here's where it goes wrong. Ever see those cartoons where a character does a high dive from a ridiculously high diving board into a glass of water? That's kind of what happens when Whiskey's tries to serve up its take on the Boylston bar concoction. See, Whiskey's has this monstrosity of a bar placed right in the middle of the already small space. Then, there are stools all around the bar. Even if the bar's empty, it's impossible for two people to walk side-by-side anywhere in the place. But it's never empty. On the contrary, I don't think the owners understand the word "capacity". And even with the gigantic bar, they only have two people manning a bar that could easily use an extra 2 or 4 hands.
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Kristin N.
Go here to drink at the bar for about 2 beers then leave, do not sit at a table, do not expect to get served promptly, go directly to Lir or The Poor House. We sat at our table for about 15 minutes trying to find our waitress for the check. It was hard because they all look the same (tiny, blonde and bitchy) I've been lucky enough to hit the bar early and with big groups of people so I've never had issues there. But once in a while, I'll definitely come in contact with the bar tender who thinks she's the shit and will not serve you because you also have boobs.
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Tarun D.
If you're bored in Boston and feel like having a drink, and see alcohol abusive college kids, this is the place to be! There are tons of attractive people!...around the vicinity of this bar, not in it. There slogan should be: 'Whiskey's... Standards Are Overrated"
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Morris W.
WARNING: If you go into Whiskeys drunk, you will most likely be hungover by the time you fight through crowd to get your beer.
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Steve F.
In defense of some of these negative reviews I'm reading...plain and simple...this isn't a sit down family restaurant. Neither was the bar before it 15+ years ago..."Hunter's" (their food sucked...all of it). Whiskey's claim to fame is the (now) 15 cent wings (last I checked from 11am-11pm?...at or around the bar). When I'm famished, I can usually eat 30 (@ $4.50, not bad). I suggest getting the buffalo sauce on the side, that way you can dip and adjust your lip/ burn ratio. Gotta love the iron hot plate pedestal they're served on and the big roll of paper towels and bone bucket that's plopped right in front of you, too. Get there before the after work crowd and you'll have ample seating and elbow room at the bar. This is a place with something like 20 drafts on tap and is usually packed Wed - Sat nights. So if you're someone that thinks this is a place to bring prospective in-laws for dinner...learn THIS town or go back to Connecticut you Weirdo, this is a DRINKING restaurant ! You're probably one of those "new to Boston" settlers that thinks Southie and the South End are the same place.
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Caroline B.
I feel bad that this place has gotten so many poor reviews. I went the other weekend to watch the World Cup and really can't say enough good things about Whiskey's. We went for lunch, so I got the El Paso Chicken Salad in an attempt to be "good", and my friend ended up with the Pulled Pork Sandwich. We did, however, end up ordering some Mozz sticks to start and by the end of the game (R.I.P. Team USA), we threw caution to the wind and ordered the Kahlua Brownie Sundae. So, how was the food? It was exactly what I expected it would be, in the best way. The mozzarella sticks were tantalizingly breaded, hot, with a yummy marinara sauce. The salad was spicy and the chicken was well cooked. The pulled pork sammy came with a side of cole slaw (a pairing that ranks up there with PB&J, grilled cheese and tomato soup, and bacon and eggs), which, according to him, was fantastic. (He scarfed it down in about 3 minutes, thus preventing me from taking a bite for myself. It's okay, I trust his judgment.) But the real star here is the brownie sundae. I ordered it thinking it'd be your run-of-the-mill mediocre pub dessert meant to be consumed only after several rounds of brew. NOT THE CASE AT WHISKEY'S. The sundae came out in an enormous goblet, overflowing with whipped cream and a little cherry on top shining like a beacon in the night. I ordered mine without nuts, but I imagine that typically the mountain of cream is doused in them, so order accordingly. The sundae is layered such that the brownie sits at the bottom, retaining its warm gooeyness while the generous heap of ice cream melts into it. The tower of whipped cream is just a bonus. You have to dig into it, and it may get messy, but let me tell you this dessert is DIVINE. So divine that I ended up devouring it almost entirely by myself. At 2pm. There are no excuses...except that it was absolutely and totally worth it. Other key points: our waitress was fantastic, the bar scene was hoppin', and the drinks were pretty tasty. I like you, Whiskey's. I like you a lot.
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Pauleena M.
Love the wings! food is cheap and good. I love going here for drinks and appetizers. Definitely recommend this place.
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Jill I.
My hot husband and I came here with out-of-town friends the Saturday before St. Patty's... we met up with a large group of other friends and I would say there were 12 - 20 people in our group at all times. We arrived around 1:30 or 2:00. I got a Blue Moon and Pistol Pete (my better half) got a Guiness and we started socializing. The bar itself was bar-ish ... nothing you haven't seen before. It was kinda crowded, being a big drinking weekend, but it wasn't wall to wall people and there was definitely room to move around. The bartenders provide plenty of T & A for the gentleman (or ladies) who are into that sort of thing... One beer turned into four and with the help of one shot of Jameson, we were feeling good and having fun. Though, when Pete's buddy asked for four car bombs (a shot of Baileys dropped into half a glass of Guiness and chugged quickly), we were told that they don't serve them because they are a "real Irish bar." Ummm...ok...whatever. We did decide to order some apps at that point and we got the steak quesadilla and some wings... the wings were good and the quesadilla was surprisingly tasty, and quite large. Anyways -- Double P and I went outside for a menthol treat and as we were walking out, I let the bouncer know we were heading out for a smoke and he acknowledged me and said, "Cool." Five minutes later, we were walking back in when the bouncer asked to see our ids... we got them out and handed them to him, only to be told that he "couldn't let us back in." I kind of laughed because I thought he was joking... he wasn't. He told us we were too intoxicated to enter the bar and that we were stumbling... I started arguing a bit and in an attempt to lighten him up, I said, "This is not me drunk. I get WAY more wasted than this." He said that he had already asked us to leave once and that if we didn't go immediately, he would call the police. The dude wouldn't even let us go in to close our tab... he had someone bring the cc slip over to us to sign. PS it was 4:15 at this point.... we had been there just over two hours -- so I averaged two beers and half a shot per hour, plus the food. Yeah. Totally inebriated. Give me a break, Whiskey's... here is why I will never enter your establishment again... A. It's St. Patty's weekend. You are going to see way worse drunks than a 30 year old married couple hanging out with other 30 year old couples. B. Our buddy who we met there had been drinking since 8am. Seriously. He set his alarm to wake up and drink. He couldn't form sentences but he wasn't asked to leave. Way to be accurately discerning, Bouncer. C. You are not a hotspot or even that cool of a place. And, this is Boston. I think I can find a million more Irish bars who don't call themselves "real Irish bars," it is just understood. Get over yourself.
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Amanda J.
So I went back the other day... and I need to lower my review ASAP. A friend and I went for burgers at lunch and waited nearly 40 minutes between ordering and getting the food. For burgers? Come on! Not to mention they were overcooked! I ordered medium rare, my friend ordered medium and they were both well, well done! Gross! Not to mention the fact that she never offered refills on drinks, didn't even check in on us and took forever to get the check after we asked. Sorry, but you're not getting a good tip after that...
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Tom D.
I took my dad, my brother, and his girlfriend here before heading to Fenway for a Red Sox game recently. My brother and the lady suggested Fire and Ice, but they go there every time they're in Boston (go ahead, make fun of the country folk who think Fire and Ice is fancy if you must), so I browbeat them into trying someplace different. My father perked up at the mention of barbecue, so we went to Whiskey's. Parts of my time here were ok, other parts, not so good, all adding up to an experience worthy of "meh". We arrived to a nearly empty restaurant for an early dinner/late lunch and were greeted first by a large pirate statue and then by a chickie-poo hostess who brought us to our table. It was very hot in the restaurant and the wooden booth was exceedingly uncomfortable. I will say, however, that the hostess did warn us that it would be rather warm by the windows, but we chose to ignore her advice and sit there anyways. Whoops! Our waitress was very nice, and dealt very well with my dad's brand of flirtatious banter. Service was definitely the highlight of this meal. Beverages were ordered and delivered quickly. I mean, there was no one else here, so if we had to wait a long time that would have been an automatic 1 star. My father was disappointed that the apple martinis are served with a cherry and not with a thin slice of of green apple floating in it. No, my father is not gay, he's just particular about his apple martinis, so he had a beer instead. My margarita was ok, but kind of watery. The food was pretty disappointing. They must use nasty frozen patties for their burgers because the greasy slab of meat they called a burger was this shade of gray all the way through, despite having ordered it medium. Also, I'm all for big burgers, but I actually had to bust out a fork and knife to eat mine it was such a sloppy mess. I tried a bit of someone's pulled pork and that seemd ok. The spinach dip appetizer was actually pretty decent, but damn, Whiskey's, you sure are stingy with it. That was a tiny bowl of dip to be shared among four people. My apologies to my family members for bringing them to such a mediocre place on a rare trip into Boston. To my brother, next time, I promise I'll listen to you and we'll go where you want, even if that is just Fire and Ice.
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Tom M.
Great cheap wings. Good food. beers ok prices. Hot waitresses. Only issues is it gets too crowded and the waitresses I have are idiots. I typically choose to stiff their tips cause they have so many mess ups. They also chose to not accommodate my need to have pulled pork on my nachos! About every place would accommodate that
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Tin T.
Yesterday was my first time going to Whiskey, I heard the steak here was really good. So my friends and I went out for dinner and the steak was ehhh... It was overcooked and there was no flavor to it. It was the texas T-bone steak, and boy was it big. I wanted to order the twin lobster but they ran out. The service was good, the waiter came back and checked up on us each time she passed by. I gave it a 3 stars because the service was good and the wings was good too. My friend ordered a few mixed drinks, I had two beers. I would come back and eat here again, I just wouldn't order a steak.
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Heather O.
Pretty average bar food (although I wanted a grilled cheese and it wasn't on the menu). The drinks were fine in regards to alcohol content and price. Our waitress was pretty attentive and all the hostesses wore little denim bootie shorts. Your all-around average Boylston Street bar... My two favorite parts of the evening were: 1. The music accompanied by the video for whatever song that was playing. Even got to see NKOTB's "Right Stuff" video. Only the boys from NKOTB can make driving over the Tobin and running around abandoned buildings in Chelsea in the year 1989 look so cool! 2. As we were leaving we noticed at least two tables with kids at them on a Friday night around 8:30pm. Our friend says to me, "Who brings their kids to a place called "WHISKEY'S"? Isn't that way they have TGI Fridays?" Very good point Heath...
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Caroline P.
Nothing bad about the bar, was crowded though and hard to find a place to stand. The 99 cent pizza was really good though, except on our pepperoni pizza THERE WAS A PIECE OF CHEWED GUM ON THE BOTTOM OF A SLICE. Like between the plate and crust, it was disgusting. They replaced it for free obviously, but how does one serve a pizza with chewed gum on the bottom? Besides that my night was fun, but the idea of accidentally eating that gum...disgusting.
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David H.
You know what's sad? This place really does have the potential to be a great bar. The atmosphere is great, the music they play is good, and its a nice big place, so there's plenty of space to move. So I know what you're asking: then why would you review this place 2 stars? I'll tell you why, skipper. The place is overflowed with college kids and ugly people looking to get drunk and act like shmucks, that's why! The crowd just doesn't mix well together. It's like going to a pig pen overcrowded with chickens and horses: they don't mix! The bouncers don't know the meaning of "quota" and "demographics". They'll let the first person with a douchebag grin on their face right in! There's never any lines waiting to go inside, because everyone is automatically let in! For god sakes, I don't know what the point is for having a bouncer. More like a butler to me: opens the door for all patrons. Secondly, this place is really cheap. And why is that a bad thing? I'll tell you why, captain. Because it's on Boylston Street! If this bar were located in Brighton, Chinatown, or anywhere near those areas, then it would be highly appreciated to have a cheap bar. But since it's in the classiest section of Boston, you get a bunch of college kids in a place where that's the very last thing you want to see. Go to Comm Ave, assholes. And finally, the service is terrible. They have turtles working for them. It takes forever just to get a drink. After barely squeezing in to grab a spot at the bar, it took the guy 30 minutes to serve me one damn beer! I definitely needed that beer to calm down. In short, if you feel like mingling with drunken frat boys, or maybe just looking for a grimey joint in the Boylston area, then check this baby out. But if you're sensible, I suggest you keep walking down and not waste your time in there.
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Chris A.
I have never been here on a Friday or Saturday night. So let's get that out of the way. I have been to this bar a half dozen times.... for Sunday afternoon, games on weeknights or after work happy hour.... and I couldn't ask for more. The wings are solid under any circumstance, much less for 20 cents. The pizzas, while not the highest quality, are still only $2 during happy hour and well worth it. The only things keeping this from being five stars: 1) prices for single beers are a bit steep. 2) It's extremely annoying that I can be sitting in one seat and am eligible for the food deals but not the tower of beer special.... and the table directly next to me is available for the tower of beer special, but not the food deals. A 3.5 rather than a 4, but can't do half stars, so I will give the benefit of the doubt due to the friendly staff.
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Liam D.
I generally don't like bars with red hue lighting because it makes me feel like i'm entering hell. Often times, I've found that bars that have red lights DO in fact make me wonder if I entered hell. But i'm willing to give it a shot. Enter Whiskey's and you notice a few things: 1) The red "hell-like" lighting; 2) It's about 120 degrees; 3) there are 500 people crammed around a square bar interior, while booths around the outside of the square bar, I suppose where people eat during daytime, are empty. Well the inner square of Whiskey's is hellish. We opted to sit in the outer square though, where the waitress reminded us we'd need to pay through her. I had no problem with that - let her deal with the sweaty, immovable crowd. All in all I could see how this might be a good place to get the night started, but unless you like being in moshpits at metal concerts, don't bother with Whiskey's past 11:30 or 12pm, and certainly not after 1 when all the bars who close at 1 let out and everyone runs like mad to get another hour of drinking in at Whiskey's. Quite frankly, they should have a "day-name" of "whiskey's" and then pitch themselves as a hotspot at night. They should name that hotspot "sardine's".
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Dessa R.
My horrifying experience at Whiskey's included bleh food, a bitchy waitress, and crowds of people who embodied what I hate about the Bostonite college crowd. I am a forgiving reviewer, because 1) I love food and 2) I worked as a waitress many years ago, so I tend to be sympathetic to the industry, but my experience at Whiskey's was just unforgivable. Our server was rude, incompetent, and impossible to track down when needed. The food was mediocre, could have easily been from a cheap highway diner in Virginia. Save your time, money and frustration by going to one of the many superior competing restaurants in the area.
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Jess C.
Really easy fun option to go watch a game or be social with friends in a college-y sporty atmosphere. I usually find myself here on big holidays like Cinco de Mayo or most recently St. Patrick's day. The line usually moves faster then it's neighbors on Boylston which is a plus. They have dollar pizzas sometimes too, not sure which nights. So basically, no frills, pretty cheap, good option for groups and drinks.
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Carolyn G.
We visited Whiskey's late on a Sunday night. We were there for one thing, and one thing only... drinks. We also felt the need for some munchies, so we ordered onion rings and drunkin' shrimp. Our server, Nick, was great! He brought our food and drinks quickly, and kept the drinks coming. The music was a weird mix of 90s and current music, accented by music videos and distorted slide shows on the wide screen TVs, but that was pretty entertaining given our state of intoxication.
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Anthony M.
We were here in a Sunday afternoon and the place was pretty busy. We grabbed some seats at the bar and hung out and watched football for all of the 1 o clock games. This place has a ton of TVs and I think every game was within sight, so I never missed a thing. All the fans gravitated to the TV that had their game and it created a fun atmosphere of trash talking and collective rooting for players and team. I took points off because we sat at the bar that had 2 bartenders for about 12-15 people, and we had to wait a while to get refills. We ordered food and it was pretty good, but again took a really long time to get an order in and even longer to get our food, and all we got were sandwiches and fries. My friend added onion rings to his sandwich and it came out with 2 onion rings, but we couldn't get anyone's attention to complain so we just let it go. Cool place to watch a game, but the service isn't great.
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Joanna L.
Good place for meeting friends, doing shots, or bar specials. Food is super cheap, especially if you do the bar menu specials - but you get what you pay for. Not much better than a regular chain restaurant, but packs a bunch of young people and rowdy, fun atmosphere.
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Bill M.
Food was great, prices quite reasonable, but the service was not so good. We went twice on this trip to Boston, figuring the first server was new to the profession. She got some of the order wrong trying to do it by memory. The second time the server was far more concerned with flirting with some other customers than taking care of us. She blamed the kitchen for losing our appetizer order, brought out the entrees stone cold, then the appetizer and had to be reminded about the salads. The manager was kind enough redo the meals and to comp the whole meal after hearing how messed up it was.
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Lauren V.
This is probably my least favorite bar on Boylston. The service is slow if you are sitting and you will probably have to chase or stare down the waitress for the check. Minus one star. If you are standing and it is a weekend night you most likely can barely move it gets so cramped. Personally I hate being touched and the full-on contact with strangers as I try to sip a beer is not my idea of a good time. Minus one star for making drinking at the bar a full contact sport. Since you are so crammed in, getting to the bar is also tough. And once you are up there, getting the bartender's attention is about as likely as winning the lotto. Minus another star for making it so difficult to get a beer. If you do get a beer (and mind you, you are doing well at this point) chances are you will stop to block out the world and take a sip. That's when you will hear the trash playing on the speakers? She's my cherry pie? Awww..hell no. Minus yet another star for accosting my ears. So basically if you endeavor to be a teetotaling sardine, Whiskey's is your place. If not, go elsewhere.
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T W.
I arrived here to meet a friend at 11pm on Friday night. The bar was crowded, it was full of a mixed crowd, but the common thread was casual (2 guys in button down shirts seemed out of place). I found the staff to be slow, most likely because it was so crowded, but nonetheless I had to wait 5 minutes to get served. The beer selection was all right, but nothing special. The decor was all right, but nothing special, nor did there seem to be any 1 reason people come here. I did not try the food, but would not come back for the atmosphere.
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Jaclyn N.
The stars are for the $.10 wings only. The beers are average and all over $5 apiece, their music is 50/50 decent/unbearable, and they have non-erotic photo hunt. Seriously, is this a family establishment? If you're going to have that machine, put something good on it! Buckhunter is there though, and fortunately for Whiskey's, not hard to get wrong. I've been on weekends when it's packed and a sausage-fest (not that I have a big problem with sausage festivals, but more the quality of the sausage). The real problem is that it takes me ages to get a drink, and none of the bartenders ever seem to have a clue about what planet they're on. Just eat the wings, skip the beer, and move on!
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Elaine M.
I'm surprised how abysmal the ratings are for this place... but then again, I don't really go here for the night life. Actually, the only thing I go here for is the 10 cent wing special (I think it's Sun-Thurs before 11pm, Fri-Sat before 6pm... or something like that), and that, in itself, is quite awesome. Not only are these 10 cent wings ridiculously cheap, but they're actually pretty tasty. FYI, if you or someone in your party is out-of-state, be prepared to show a credit card as a second form of ID. My boyfriend showed his military photo ID as his second form of ID, and they wouldn't even take that -- they insisted it had to be a credit card. Strange rules, I tell ya.
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Alan W.
Not a bad place decent drinks and good vibe. I mainly come here when I'm with people from work because it's close to the convention center and an easy walk.
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Doug W.
Ehhh. It's a last resort kind of bar. The food isn't particularly good, the layout of the place is terrible, the staff is very hit or miss depending on who you get (in fairness, some of the spotty service is due to the layout), the bathrooms are miserable, and the crowd can be extremely annoying. It always feels like a glorified Hooters to me. Basically the only real thing that this place has going for it is the fact that it stays open until 2:00 and you can usually show up at 1:00 without having to deal with a line. With that said, you're MUCH better off going to either the Pour House or Solas- the Pour House will still serve you food up until 1:30, and Solas always seems like it serves drinks right up until 2:00 on the dot.
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Tom E.
Who was Whiskey? Why does he own a place selling tex-mex crap and beer? Does anyone actually come here for the Whiskey? (btw.. whiskey is the Irish spelling, whisky is the Scottish one). I came here for the steak. Mistake. Big, fat, stuck in my belly making feel unwell mistake. I should've known not to trust my steak-loving friend when he ordered his medium-well done. It wasn't good, it certainly wasn't cheap and the place is full of dicks. Maybe that's why the staff were so surly too. It was Saturday night so I had to declare two forms of ID to be let in and was given the full "dick we're watching you" look from the doorman. Who was a dick. ----------------------- So, this is a pretty scathing review - can I be at least constructive? Well, you could change the menu, sack the chef, lower the prices and portion sizes, serve better beers than Bud light, cut down on the OTT security, change the decor, cheer-up the waitresses, turn the volume down on the TVs, put buck hunter into a corner away from the dining, and buy better beef. But why bother? You are probably doing very well just now. I'm just not your target audience.
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Shelly A.
$2.50 apps from 4-7 M-F. These are really generous portions, too. Awesome nachos, mozzarella sticks, pig skins... fresh and yummy too. All cooked to order, rather than being premade and tossed in the microwave. It's pretty loud in here and gets warm because of the large crowds.
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EricaLynn J.
Long lines and average service, hit or miss food - depends on the day. Inexpensive, sure, but I'd rather have better service and food for the extra few bucks. The drinks aren't bad at all - and there's usually some good specials going on... but the ambiance and shoddy service is enough to keep me away usually and seek out good brews elsewhere.
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Amanda L.
This is a great place to stop by when you can't get to a Red Sox game. The girls here are really sweet and all decked out in game gear! They always have creative new cocktails that they are advertising and have specials on which I love! I am always a fan of some cheap bar grub when I am out on the town and Whiskey's definitely has it. I recommend the pizza. It is cheap and will soak up any unwanted toxins for your drive home!
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Matthew K.
I only remember some of my time at Whiskeys. However, what I do remember was the drinks were good. That being said, the food certainly was not. I am not one to be picky about food, but cold food is bad food, sorry. Also, the bathroom wasn't clean, but I am not sure I really expected a clean bathroom in a bar.. haha Would I go back? Not my immediate choice, but I am sure i will at some point. The fact that its close to the convention center is a big draw to the group that I went with.
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Maria S.
Why this was rated as Boston's #1 Bar by Maxim magazine to this day puzzles me. It's sweaty, gross, and smelly. The crowd is as unattractive as it gets and mostly college students. I have been here at most twice (obviously not memorable). The food I think was decent, but nothing special. They do have wing specials which might be its saving grace, but since I'm not much into wings, that does nothing for me. I think I'm being very generous by giving it 2 stars. The place earned one, and the entertaining homeless guys that hang around the vicinity the other.
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Natasha A.
Great place to spend a weekend night drinking away. The place gets very packed, the music is just the right volume. Boylston street in general is very condusive to bar hopping as there are no covers. Whiskeys is definitely a staple and often the place where we end up staying for the entire night. Let the spirits flow!
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Jason O.
Horrible experience. Food takes forever and it's not even good.
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Fiat V.
Ok, I came here on a date and I ordered the Steak Tips. THE BEST STEAK TIPS TO HAVE!!!! That's what I ordered now. $11 for nice rare steak tips? You can't get that anywhere else!!! Service: Nice and friendly... super attentive and really worked well because my date had food allergy. Super accommodating! Food: I ALWAYS get the steak tips! Great price. Cost: (See Above) hint.. hint... I love beef! Ambiance: Loud towards the end of the night. A fun crowd with friends to go drinking and ample space if you want food and drinks. I'm a fan. Period!
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Tristan B.
Hey hot-shot, it's Friday night, are you in college (or want chicks that still are)? Do you wanna talk about the Sawx, drink bud light out of bottle cans, wear a white hat, get bizzay with hotties to the latest Jam'n 94.5 hits? If so, this place is for you! Totally not my scene, but somehow more tolerable than Daisy Buchanan's or the Foggy Goggle. Cheap booze, funny people, but it's typical meat market stuff later on.
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Kitty C.
went for the half-price deal at the bar recently. there were a lot of rules around the half-price apps and the wings deal, I just couldn't keep up. and they weren't posted anywhere either, so everything was just a surprise. the service was ok. drinks came quick but the tiny bar table we HAD to sit at was packed full and the empties were just hanging around for a while the beers on tap were all GROSS, like the lines hadn't been cleaned in a while. stick with the limited selection of bottles. the place is still sticky - tables, bathrooms, chairs, ugh EDITED TO ADD: The buck hunter game is all F'd up. don't waste your money
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Matt E.
Your typical Boylston bar grub beer hole. Except its just boring. Their menu is boring, burgers, chicken, things with bbq sauce on them. They could have done something ANYTHING to make them a tad different. I'm not looking for amazement here, I realize they aren't trying for that but a little effort. And the prices aren't that low for what you're getting. The interior is nothing special. Both times I've been there the waitress has sat us down only for another waitress to ask us to move 5 minutes later. It's simply disorganized. Their beer menu isn't that cheap and offers nothing aside from Bud, Sam, Harpoon. They had a small craft beer from Wisconsin called LeininKugel's which is about the only redeeming thing about the place.
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Mark I.
This rating is primarily for the wings. I had been here years ago for a few drinks and had seen their wings and they looked delicious. I finally was able to eat some of those wings this past weekend and they were great. Some of the best in boston, the hype is real. The rest of my food and drinks were good. Nothing super great about them, but nothing bad. A solid meal. Nice relaxed bar atmosphere with fun videos on the screens, kinda reminded me of clarks. My only issue with the wings was that they did not have a variety of heats. It was a good solid heat, but I like the opportunity to order them hotter or milder if I want. For all those negative reviews, go during a time when it is not so crowded, relax, and enjoy some really good wings.
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David T.
Ya.... NOT SO MUCH. definitely never coming back to this place. There is no room, crappy music, too much of a restaurant/bar combo that you get lost and overcrowded. The bartenders are idiots that were hired neither for their mixocology nor their looks. Yes, I went there. If you're gonna put someone behind the bar that doesn't know how to make a tokyo tea or an adios, they better at least look pretty enough for me to overlook their lack of any sort of skill. mind you, they had some kick-ass long islands there. but the overall combo of shitty bathroom, shitty service, really expensive drinks, lack of space, lack of skill behind the bar, and being full of pimply-faced college freshmen using their first fake... not ever again. and having happy hour from 11am-4pm?! are you frikkin KIDDING me? if you want to waste the time coming here, come here during the day for a meal or something.
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Geoffrey M.
Man, when the Red Sox are in the playoffs, and they are about two games from making the World Series, this is the place. It's one of the establishments that make you realize why Boston sports are so exciting to watch in Boston. Decent beer selection and a good food selection. Not only is this place a great night spot, but you can pop in for a great lunch as well. The service is excellent, even when it's packed to the gills so you shouldn't expect a problem. Be mindful, as Boston is a college town, lots of people are out on a Friday and Saturday night and the place gets packed, people get drunk, and things can get rowdy. I've witnessed a few scuffles while a student in Boston, but it always makes for a good time as long as you're not involved. All in all, I like this place a lot. If you're gonna watch the Sox, or just about any NFL team on gameday, you can expect you'll be able to get it on one of their many TVs if you want it. Enjoy!
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Emily F.
I've only been here to drink. Overcrowded loud sweaty nastiness. Undergrad assholes & those late 20's-30-something year olds still lurking around college girls dominate this place at night. If you want to get trashed and be around a lot of other sloppy drunks (which, lets face it, is sometimes what you want/need), this might just be your bar. **EDIT: It's much more tolerable around the 7-9pm range, you know, when people aren't there. Seems to draw the after-work crowd. Still, the girl's in short shorts working the bar weren't particularly attentive and their drinks were kinda weak.
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Jason F.
the good... the wings are really good, and 15 cents at the bar.. i ordered 10, and they gave me 13 or 14... the bad... they brought out the wings and the appetizers after they had been done cooking for some time, so they were lukewarm... and we didn't see out waitress at all for about 40 minutes. but overall, decent food for really cheap, can't really complain about that!
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JAMES E.
Love Whiskey's!! Every time I'm there the service is AMAZING! And I'm from the south (Mississippi) and this is about as close as you can get to good BBQ without doing it yourself. Love this place. Love the staff. This place would make anyone feel like they are born and raised here.. you never fill like a outsider at this bar. Love it!
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Pinky T.
I consider myself a nacho connoisseur, and the nachos here just weren't up to par. They used to have amazing buffalo chicken nachos, but they took if off of the menu. The chicken they use now tastes really sweet and ruins the whole 'cheesy greasy awesome' vibe that the nachos had going for them before. I won't go here late and night anymore, it's filled with your typical frat guy college kid, people get way too drunk and you can't even get to the bar. I'd probably go back for lunch since they had a huge BBQ menu filled with good stuff and great bar food that looked great, but overall the place is just not my speed.
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Christina K.
This place can be obnoxious at night- agreed. But on a Sunday afternoon I got a pretty decent lobster for $9.95 that came with fries and coleslaw. Yes, I'm a fan of that.
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D S.
It is what it is: a good bar for socializing/getting shitty on Boylston. The food is so-so, as are the drinks, staff, and the general company you'll find here.
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Susan D.
Five stars for the after-work crowd because it's a) not crowded at 5:30pm b) you can hear yourself think & speak c) great $2.50 appetizer specials from Sun-Thurs until 6ish d) 10 cent wings!!!! (on above days, 4ish-11pm) One star for a) carding at the door so early in the day b) not too attractive crowd into the evening I split the rating in half.
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Jorge G.
one of my favorite places after work. cheap wings and app specials are good. the bartenders, bouncers, and staff are always nice. the cheapest beer should be cheaper. you won't find a steal on drinks but they are all reasonably priced.
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Madeline C.
Foods alright - Cocktail list is decent. Halfprice apps during Happy Hour is a good deal. If your headed out on a Friday or Saturday I don't recomend this place because it gets so packed it can take 30 minutes to get a drink. If you go here for dinner i recommended the BBQ everything else is just bar food made poorly.
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Wanda M.
Security tried to get us to go somewhere else when we walked in. Said we would have better luck somewhere else if we were looking to order off the menu. Should have listened to him. Baked potato was cold. Bloody Mary was like drinking tomato soup. Fish and chips were only saved by the delicious tartar sauce. Really loud, not easy to hear the person sitting next to you.
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Sergio M.
I'm only giving 3 starts because they have a really good promotion for chicken wings at 10 cents per wing during off peak times but I had a very bad experience a couple months ago when I went in the restroom. I saw the dirtiest bathroom I've ever been to. It's worse than a gas station restroom in a forgotten town in Mexico. The floor is sticky and dirty. The tables at sticky as well some times. The food is not bad and the service isn't bad either. Good place to drink beer and watch sports.
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Dianne M.
This is always a stop on an afternoon of bar hopping in the Back Bay. Try the hot wings on certain days they are very cheap and good
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Thuy Tien L.
Ew. Boston's decent bars are generally either sketchy but cheap and ridiculously fun for the college crowd or really trendy and overpriced for the local yuppies (which could include college students...). Whiskey's is neither. It's just... kinda gross. Free tortilla chips if you're drinking after 11. Something about serving food with all the liquor.
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Jahan M.
I went for the cheap wings, but they were toothpicks, and the booze was crazy over priced. People seem to like the place though, it's usually busy whenever i go. Save you cash for something cheaper and tastier.
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Edward T.
Pretty much everything hat I was going to say about this place has been said.... just wanted add one more thing. There was some crazy nun-like waitress going around and cutting people off. She even "cut off" someone that wasn't drinking alcohol. Last call at 1:30???? very interesting. only gave it 2 stars because they serve alcohol..... sometimes.
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jonathan u.
Have you ever been at a frat party where girls are "supposed" to be on their way? Well that's Whiskeys. They have great bartenders, and I think that's there saving grace. I dont know why else to go here, it always crowded but not in a good way its like you constantly feel in the way. Plus I think its the training wheel bar, cause you will never see more barely 21 kids. Honestly I don't know why I've been here as many times as I have...but it strangely compelling so for some reason I end up there hoping it will be good....stay for one beer then leave.
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Elvis N.
great spot for a chill night in Boston, regardless of whatever day of the week. you can find the bars to be close to impossible to get a drink on a friday and saturday, but so is any other good bar in Boston.
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A M.
First thing that comes to mind is .....are you f-in kidding me?????? What a joke this place is. I went there to catch the Pats game thinking great place to watch a game....right? WRONG!!!! We walked in and stood at the door for about 5 minutes wondering where to sit. I'm still not sure if it is a seat yourself establishment as there was no sign indicating such. We decided to grab a bar table. We proceeded to sit there for another ten minutes with no acknowledgment whatsoever. There were at least 3 servers standing around and not one came over to the table. Hello.....don't you work on TIPS??? Finally, as one was walking by I asked her if we could order some drinks and food. Apparently the bartenders are responsible for the bar tables and they are too busy to come over so she told us to go to the bar to order. No problem. I ordered the nachos and was asked for my credit card to hold the tab. I couldn't help but asked the bartender if the nachos would be delivered or would I have to pick them up! The nachos were in fact delivered and never once were we acknowledged after that.....not for drinks, to ask how things were, NOTHING. Believe me I wasn't looking for 5 star service but c'mon.
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Festher C.
Here's a confession. I love and hate this place all at once. TEN CENT WINGS ARE TO DIE FOR. The wings are succulent, spicy, the perfect combination of cripsy and juicy and they are so dirt freaking cheap. My friends and I come here almost every week. We love their skinny fries. Their nachos are overwhelming and not that good but the wings and fries never ever let us down. I don't really like beer so I wash the wings down with a nice, cold, large bottle of Magners or sometimes, a Cuba Libre. I have become so proficient at wing eating, that in one quick sudden movement, I can break the wing at the perfect spot and get all bones on the right hand and all meat on the left. No I'm not kidding. Drinks are regular price, which sucks. They also do half off appetizers before 7pm. Wings are Monday through Thursday til 11pm and I believe 15 cents on game days or when the Pats play. Waitstafff are HORRIBLE, I think about 99% of the waitresses are super bitches that are about 19 years old and think they're the hottest things to hit sports bars since the eighties. Not cute. Plus they're very rude. I've also seen the guy bartender take a drink complaint from a customer who said there was a bug in her margarita. Then saw the bartender stick his finger in the margarita and pull the bug out and re-serve it to the unknowing customer. Gross. Otherwise, Whiskey's is my Boston staple. I have a love hate relationship with anything I am dependent on.
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Greg D.
This place use to be pretty good, but not anymore. This place has gone down hill in the last few years because of their price point. Management needs to get that back in control. Over $6 for a Bud Light is just to much for this type of place. The way this place is designed, it is completely packed in some areas and empty in others. They should really re-model Whiskey's to make it more user friendly. Pretty easy to meet people here. More lower to Mid-twenties crowd. Good location on Boylston, but there are other bars that are better here. Be prepared to wait in line even if it is not busy. They like it that way.
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M -dot W.
The Good : Its a choice on Boylston St. if you want to pre-game before the club or just have some quick , not-that-expensive drinks amongst tipsy, sleep-deprived college students ( and their family visiting them) and Boston tourists that just want to get effed up The Bad : On weekend nights, (especially if theres a graduation or alot of tourist in Boston for whatever reason) there is usually a long line outside to get in and then bar is crowded , depending on what you are looking for there are other choices in area. The Ugly : On some nights you might have a wait to get inside and bartenders are usually overwhelmed so more wait to weave through the crowd to grab a drink.
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Jeremy F.
apparently this is also the "hooters" of boylston street. theres really not much else to say, i mean yeah they have golden tee and buck hunter but aside from that it's your standard booze bar + boobs. got some onion rings which weren't bad and my buddy grabbed some wings which were surprisingly good.
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Morgan G.
The only reason I give Whiskey's a 2 is that when you come early in the day, it's not bad... rather, it becomes bearable. Otherwise, it's crowded to over-capacity, you have to struggle to get your drink order to the bar and it's too loud to stop to hear the person next to you without screaming your lungs out, or getting them swept away in a crowd of drunkards. One time I came on a Sunday afternoon for lunch and football with friends and the power went out and they refused to take my food order. Because apparently, walking back to the kitchen to give a handwritten order is too much trouble or too difficult. I left and went to Pour House where I got VERY good bar fare food for MUCH MUCH CHEAPER. If my friends tell me that they're at Whiskey's for the night, 9 out of 10 times I stay home. That 1 time is when I'm already drunk and it doesn't matter anymore.
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Pramee M.
15 cent wings! nuff' said. But, the service on the other hand is a different story. We gave up a table where we would be the only table in the section for a high-top. Our waitress was in the middle of training someone, which being a former waitress, I understand the game, but still. Every bone-filled plate on our table was picked up, except one (not sure of the logic behind this). But when we asked to get a new plate after the second set of wings came, the waitress picked up the plate that was dirty, but didn't replace it with a clean one and my friend was left holding a wing in his hand while we waited another 10 minutes for her to bring another plate. Then we ask for another beer and a refill on a coke. The beer took about 10 minutes, and my coke another 20 minutes after that. Getting the bill was another challenge. Not to mention taking off the Bombay Sapphire and Tonic that noone ordered.... I will try going back, only for the wings, but I would suggest that the waitstaff learn how to efficiently wait tables. There is no reason that at any given point, we either see all 20 waitresses huddled around or none at all for minutes on end. AND when it was not that busy.
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Lisa O.
Whiskey's might bear the distinction of being the only Boston bar that I refuse to return to. I'm not generally a picky person when it comes to bars, but the horrible service I received from the staff was unparalleled. First off, don't come here with an out-of-state ID unless you're prepared to cough up at least one other form of ID. Even if you're 30 and look it (I'm not, thankyouverymuch) the bouncers will look you up and down distrustingly as they scrutinize your ID and credit card. Once in, the bar is PACKED with sorority-type girls and the grossest of white-hat frat boys I've ever seen. It's nearly impossible to get around the bar. This all would have been okay (and they might have hung on to three stars) if the following situation hadn't occurred. My roommate and I decided to hit up Whiskey's for a few drinks before meeting friends a little bit later. I ordered 2 drinks and handed the bartender my debit card for the bill ($15 for 2 weak drinks). Instead of putting the slip and card on the bar like a normal person, she tried to hand me the slip, card and a pen, all with one hand. Since this is almost impossible, she dropped my card behind the bar. I went ahead and signed the slip while she looked for it, certain that I'd be getting my card back a few seconds later. Nope. She can't find it. And isn't really willing to look since there's tips to be made elsewhere. She glanced around for a minute or two and called the manager over. He told me I could call back around 3:30 after they closed to see if anyone came across it while cleaning. No apologies, no comped drinks, and no way for Lisa to pay for the rest of her fun night out. Even though I was seething a little, I did in fact let a friend buy my drinks for the night and called back at 3:30 like instructed. No card. They can't find it. Now, if you've seen the bar at Whiskey's, you'll know there's only a limited place it could be! So why the hell can't anyone find it? They told me to call back in the morning, just in case. So I did. And they couldn't open the register to tell me if it was there, so they told me to come in in a few hours. Since I was headed that way anyway, I did. Still no debit card and no way to pay for ANYTHING ALL WEEKEND. Where the hell could this thing have gone?!?!? I spoke to another manager who couldn't explain where my debit card could be residing and still didn't offer an apology for my inconvenience. This is completely unacceptable. I understand accidents happen, but I don't understand treating your customers like they're disposable. I had to cancel my card and get a new one, and I'm pretty sure my old one is still hanging out behind the bar at Whiskey's. Hopefully that shitty, bitchy bartender isn't. Either way, I won't be back.
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Jennifer D.
My coworker and I had a fun time at this bar. It gets really crowded, but the bartenders were fun and they've got decent beers on tap. We got to know the manager, and he played Journey for us. I sent my other coworkers to this place and they complained that there were a lot of dudes at this joint. However, I have to add that they have really hot female waitresses that work there to make up for it.
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Stephanie T.
i mean, if you just left fenway and are wearing a red sox jersey and are wicked hyped on being surrounded by 7493274893274983272 who also fit that description.... have fun! beers are averagedly priced (i think the draft light beers were like $4), we were told chips & salsa were free, then that they were $2.50 and then as we were being served that they were $5.... for a TINY condiment sized plastic container of salsa and a plate of (i will admit... ridiculously delicious) chips. but apparently they have cheap, yummy wings - but so does everywhere else in boston. so, if you are looking to hang out on boylston and enjoy SPORTS, you will probably enjoy whiskeys. i, personally, will be found elsewhere!
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Andrew C.
This may be the worst bar in Boston. Went there on a Saturday night with a few people and was not impressed one bit. The bartenders looked like they hated their life, and would not serve us 4 beers and 2 shots because "we didn't have enough people." I have never known a bar to turn down money for drinks but apparently this bar doesn't care about that. The crowd as a bunch of melvins who thought they were on top of the world when in reality they were just punk college kids. It was extremely crowded, couldn't move around, the bathrooms were disgusting. One of the so called "bouncers" came up to us and told us we had to sit down instead of standing up next to the table. It must be important to not be standing up in a bar on Saturday night when there were about 100 other people doing it. We made sure to leave our mark when we left and I can assure you we will never be back there again. The worst bar in Boston by far. I do not recommend it.
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Angie G.
everytime i go to whiskeys, i forget how average and not awesome the food is. drinks = meh. whatevs. extra point for having lobster. thats it. reasons why whiskeys hasnt won my heart over: nachos are lame. ive had much better. how hard is it to have a plain steak? can someone PLEASE consistently stock your veggie of the day? i hate it when im told its broccoli and instead i get green beans. space = cramped bathroom = downstairs = asking for a drunk slip, fall, and break neck.
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Lindsay D.
Some people really like Whiskey's. I'm not one of them.
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KebShi L.
this place is poppin when the celtics or sox are playing. good chicken wings and friendly servers. the drinks come as hard and as fast as u order them.
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Stephanie J.
I've had a few nights here that I had a tolerable time, which is why this is two stars instead of one. But man. Whiskey's. Each time is worse than the last, and this weekend was no exception. Bartenders and waiters who only had two moods: asshole and crazy. Food that was greasy and terrible (and I ate all of it. Whoops.) and beer. The beer was good. Really, don't go here - unless you're drunk enough that no matter where you are, you'll have a good time.
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Missus F.
they can charge 10 cents for wings because they charge $9 for a small cup of ice with a faint dribble of grateful dead deliciousness. it was sort of alright.
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Lily H.
I think Whiskey's might exist solely to feed the conventioneers across the street, but they have weekly specials that get people riled up: 15 cent wings at the bar. There are also pizza specials Sat/Sun/Mon. I can't say too much about the setting, either, because it reminds me more of a chain restaurant than anything else. BUT, if you are out with people who want some decent American food that's not crazy Back Bay fancy or expensive, this place might be worth checking out.
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Charoline D.
I think my first real visit to whiskeys, can be summed up in one sentence: "Are you wearing any underwear?" Yes, it's hard to believe that men actually say these things, hoping to evoke a positive response. But what IS the positive response? Do you want me to say "no"? Do you want me to describe them to you? Whatever my response, I was sure to make it unsatisfactory. "Yes" *looks back into drink, stirs ice cubes, checks email via phone, looks off into the mountains*. This is the event that pretty much epitomized my typical experience with men in Boston, but lo! These were Princeton graduates! Classy! We didn't have a hard time getting in, there was no line, and the doorman liked my hair. Can you blame him, a fresh trim and a dye job, I mean fuck! Thanks, lovey. Our bartender took the pleasure of earning herself a 25% tip by not bringing us back our change back from our twenty dollar bill. Like what? Did you forget? Man, I don't even know what's going on. The cocktail waitresses are wearing sequined santa hats and jean cut off shorts. Again, what? May I remind you that its December 22nd? Is this a Christmas in July sale, just a wee 5 months too late? Do I get a free printer when I purchase a powerbook? Free snow tires and rust proofing? The crowd wasn't too douchey surprisingly, but I'm going to assume that many of the college locals probably went home for the holiday, and hall-e-fucking-loo-yah that they did, I'm finding myself longing for the summer months when I could run free through the bar unhindered by bro dudes asking me about my major and girls with DB bags, Uggs, and Northface Jackets. But for now, I'll just be setting myself on fire and frolicking towards the back, the scent of burning hair left lingering on your clothes. DESTROY.
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Kree K.
good stuff for good price.
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I D.
This place is good compared to the other bars around that side of Boylston st. I came here on a Saturday night with a group of 7, and we were lucky enough to not be squished around the bar area and got a booth. I was not pleased when the waiter brought out my vodka soda water without the vodka!!!!! Although he was really nice when I told him and didn't question it and got me a new drink. He also gave us chips and salsa on the house because of the mistake....sure, they were cold and not great, but it was free and soaked up the vodka and the tequila shots.
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Antonio Z.
Never seen 15 cent wings before, they were probably worth all 15 cents, but I'm not too sure. Spinache and Artichoke dip was good. They had a good selection of beers, though kinda pricey, but not outrageous for Boston. Waitresses are cute, but slow, so I guess it evens out, or not. Do yourself a favor and head down the block to the Pour House.
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Diane I.
i'm kind of embarassed that i've been here twice. it feels like all the tourists who just got done shopping at the prudential center head over here to end the night. but for good reason...its probably the cheapest beer you'll find within a half mile radius. not to mention they have video games. some schmuck left 2.50 on the moose hunt game. SCORE. i kicked some butt - as usual (i'm southern... we shoot guns for fun).
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Sara B.
I have never liked Whiskey's, yet at midnight you'll see people standing in a line that wraps around the corner. Don't go to this bar if you want to have a conversation with the people you're with, listen to good music, or have easy access to reasonably priced beer - because the place is loud and way too crowded, the music stinks, and there is one bar staffed with four bartenders who barely look at you, let alone serve you their overpriced beer. It takes 20 minutes to get a beer, and even then it requires pushing. On the other hand, if you're looking for a crowd full of college girls/guys, young tourists, and people who drove in from the suburbs, then this might be the place for you. My suggestion in general: don't go there unless you've already had more than a few drinks. Otherwise, you'll be disappointed.
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Benny D.
Good for the really cheap FIFTEEN cent wings. They WERE 10 cents and then my friends from work would get out every night at 10 and head over there... we must have had about 90 wings a night and only 2 beers. Needless to say they were losing money so after about 3 steady weeks of this and gaining 5 pounds Whiskeys officially increased the price! Well I've only back once since the dramatic increase and I ordered dinner plus the wings just to have them. I smuggled them from the bar to my table because you are supposed to eat them at the bar and a waiter actually came over and told me the manager was going to get mad. DO i care? Whats he going to do kick me out for not eating the food at the bar??? Get outta my face! Git! uGH YOU JUST LOST A STAR! AND WHATS WITH THOSE RANDOM BLACK CHICKEN WINGS?? SHOULD I NOT EAT THOSE??
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Megan W.
Food? They serviced food there. I only remember drinks....and boys.... and the good ol college days. OH and their light up plastic ice cubes....those deserve a star alone!
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Dana L.
If you like to watch the games with 3,000 of your closest friends (packed so tight that its hard to move), come to Whiskey's. They have some pretty nice plasma screens, and if you position yourself just right, you can be semi-comfortably in front of one without being in the line of traffic. Also a decent place for drinking with friends, although the ambiance is more in the B-/C+ range than anything higher. There are lots of places on Boylston Street - this place doesn't really distinguish itself, but its not too bad of an attempt either.
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Lori I.
Lets just say I was a regular at Whiskey's for years when I lived in Boston. It was my works after work bar and I lived next door on Gloucester street for 3 years. So normally during my wedding week I wanted to take my wedding guests there after a sox game to show them where I used to have all fun my when I lived in Boston. Not only did I not know a soul who worked in the joint I was just totally shocked at how much this place had changed and not for the good. First of all it was a Wednesday night and the bar was dead. I brought in close to 30 people to celebrate our upcoming nuptials and this bar staff couldnt have been any ruder to me and my guests. We were questioned on buying shots. Like who they were for and that they could only serve four at a time. I have NEVER in my life heard such a thing. They even cut a friend off who barely drinks and who had one beer the whole night. When I questioned them I got complete attitude from every waitress, bartender and even the manager. I was totally disgusted and embarrassed by how poorly these people were acting in this place. Their whole attitude was unreal. I dont know who those lil girls think they are with their little tight outfits on. I wasnt impressed and neither were any of my friends. They wouldnt allow any of us to order shots or drinks at this point so I exchanged some words with both the bartender and their manager and let them know how poorly they were portraying Boston. I took my party and went to the Pourhouse who was happy than heck to have us there and we ordered as many drinks and shots as we wanted. So I am just letting you know if you want to go there this is what you are in for! So disappointed by this bar considering how much business I had given them in the 3 years I lived there. I hope their owner knows all of their staff is a bunch of rude people who are not welcoming to any of their customers.
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Charlene L.
You don't go here for quality food, let's face it. You go here because it's cheap, there are lots of peeps here, and it's centrally located for everyone to get started on a night out. Bartending? Hrm. Had to teach bartender how to do a raging bull. Ghetto.
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Sean L.
Checked this place for a Beer and a burger for lunch the other week. Honestly, it was probably the best burger I have ever had. Good selection of beer, I had a Newcastle of course :-) Only thing was I couldn't tell if my waitress was being sassy or just a bitch, either way it was hot, and so was she.
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michael m.
A step up from a college bar, this place is still mildly frat party-esque. It can take forever to try to bust through the bar line, so don't even bother -- grab a cocktail waitress. The place can get really crowded, really fast. I've never had a problem grabbing a place to sit, whether at a dinner booth or a bar table. The bar tables are a lot harder to get on wing nights, though (Sunday -- Thursday). Standard 10 cent wings, but they are amazing here. Also try the jack skins with bacon -- yum. There's a pretty good selection of beers -- I think 18 on tap. UFO, Magic Hat #9, IPA, Sam & Sam Seasonal, plus your obligatory Bud & Bud Light. As far as the bouncers go, I've never had a problem at the door. ID and usually a back up, but they don't take more than a few seconds to look at it. I've never been hassled or inconvenienced at all, and I barely look 18, let alone 21.
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Erin A.
I don't know why the majority of reviewers have such an issue with this place. It's perplexing at the very least. Every time I have come here there has been at least one amazing, friendly and knowledgeable bartender. Yes they employ more than their share of mindless women but I normally eye the one competent bartender and they are my go to guy or girl for the rest of the night. And they are always amazing. Super friendly, have no issue chatting with you and always offering up a new drink or beer to try. AND they always let you try a beer before you order a pint. Most places in Boston would look at you like you were crazy if you asked to try first. The doormen have always been polite. My guess is if you're not an asshole and not looking to cause trouble, how much interaction other than "ID Please" and "Have a nice night" are u having with the door staff? 15 cent wings are delicious and HUGE. Honey buffalo? I'm in love. We had 5 beers and 10 wings last night and our bill was 25 bucks. Not bad, beers anywhere in Boston run 5 bucks. It's expected and the norm. I like the staff, the atmosphere and the fact that it's like MTV circa 1989 on the TV's where they always play the video for the song that's playing in the bar. FUN. Don't let the reviews deter you, give Whiskey's a shot. My guess is if you're not a drunk idiot, you will like the place.
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Natalie K.
whiskey's holds a special place in my heart. it is where i celebrated my 21st birthday and where i met my husband! good selection of beers and great wings!
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Amanda G.
I'm scoring it based on what whiskeys is, a big loud (mostly college) bar. I think it's an ok place to meet up with some friends. There is a bunch of seating, but it's hard to get late at night. There are always lines and once you get in it's so crowded you can't really move anyway. The actual bar is huge but there isn't enough space around it. Crowd is college to professionals and mostly your typical american.
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Beth M.
Oh Whiskey's....how I loved you when I was 21! This is another one of those places I loved so much and keep going back to it, but its just never the same. The last time I was there I think I was literally the oldest person in the bar and I'm only 25! I think I am just past the age of body shots and fake ID's. However, my sister and I did trick the bouncers into believing that were we twins and that I was 21, and one other time having them believe my sister was 24. Both time my then younger sister was not of legal drinking age and would just use my ID...the same ID I would then show 10 minutes later. So for all of you under 21 year olds with a fake...this is the place to be!
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Brenda K.
love this place! My son goes to berklee college of music and we were looking for a place to take him to lunch..very good food, no complaints!
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Sean B.
I have to agree with the most recent poster. Whiskey's used to be a must visit on any back bay put crawl, but last night I was there for the first time in years and the staff treated everyone like criminals. It seems every man working there has a serious chip on his shoulder and is looking to start a fight. After closing we were standing on the street outside the bar and the waitstaff were still yelling insults and being rude. What was once a good bar and a great grill now seems to be staffed by coke-addled perma-dicks who don't know anything about making drinks or providing good service. A sad decline for what passes as an old institution on Boylston St.
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Melissa B.
Headed here after HK to find people in my demographic box. I guess, I found it? Not quite sure. Lots of randomness going on. It was packed and lots of imbibed, friendly people. That's always a good thing. I like all the plasmas but the music videos distracted me from the happenings around me. Perhaps I wanted to be distracted since I wasn't on the same inebriated wave length. It was a long night that needed to come to an end. Didn't hate it but no love either. I'm guessing there's better bars on Boylston. I certainly hope so.
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Bella and Aleksey R.
My husband wants to give this place four stars. Ok. But I would say this is mostly so if you are a college student and your priority is to get your top dollar for chicken wings. Boy, are you in luck here, because Monday-Thursday are 10 cent wing days, yes, each wing is only 10 cents. It is a typical sports bar place, to me. Zzz.
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Patrick K.
Great place. Perfect for a game. Solid beer and cocktail list and good food. Great service. Just an all around great place.
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Eric S.
Only been here at night. Gets crowded easily. Lots of college kids. Staff's alright, no problems with the bartenders.
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Sue W.
I haven't been to Whiskey's since I was in college but the place hasn't changed much since then. I met up w/ some friends after work for the 10 cent wings deal and some drinks. Beware that the wings can get really hot after eating about 5... but I guess that's why you wash it down w/ some beer =D The place wasn't too crowded during the time we were there but I did notice that at every table, everyone was pretty much munching on the cheapo wings (deal on Sun-Thurs 4pm-11pm only). Great (cheap) place to hang out after a stressful day at work...
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patrick w.
expensive frat party. do I need to say more?
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Katia M.
This is one of those bars that I should probably hate, but for whatever reason, I don't. It's generally a younger crowd, and on weekends it gets packed. As long as I've got a place to sit, I'm a happy camper. Oh, and ten cents for wings? Yeah, can't really beat that, can you? Best for happy hour during the work week, but I'll do a weekend night occasionally.
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Jen R.
Place is ok. Food is ok. Its pretty much a bar that serves some food. Very young crowd. Lobsters are surprisingly good- and their price can't be beat.
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sunny n.
Pretty Average Bar...Lots of plasmas which is cool for a game...I tried the Nachos and that said it all to me about the food here...ughhh....It can get pretty busy here around the weekends ....the restrooms are in the basement which is a bitch!!! Decent selection of drinks and reasonable...the decor is a mix bag of ur american - irish - texmex...feel..whatever the hec that means..ya so no theme there..don't mind swingin by here once in a while for a drink..or game cheer!!
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Irene F.
I like this place a lot! Great location to booze it up with your friends. It gets loud and crowded, but usually in a good way. The best thing to do is to try to grab a table (there are usually a bunch empty) and flag down a waiter or waitress...that way you don't have to fight your way to the bar! It's a good place to stop off on your way down boylston, or to sit and drink heavily at all night. I highly recommend the grape crush shots, they're rather fabulous...or maybe that's just my fuzzy memory...
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Chase W.
Whiskey's makes me sick to my stomach. Reeeeallly? Really. It's a freakin meat market sweat shop with people pouring booze down their throats as quickly as possible. Crowd is the college/just out of college crowd, and you're gauranteed to see somebody get into a fight. Food Sucks too. I throw a tantrum everytime somebody says we're going here. If I'm going to go somewhere sucky, it should at least suck in good ways, and this place doesn't. I'll give it 2 stars just cuz you know if you walk in here, you're going to see some funny poeple make asses of themselves. Man am I in a bad mood today or something!? ;)
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Kristina G.
Not the best veggie burger I've had, but I can't go in here as a vegetarian with any expectations. Our waitress was very nice, prompt, and helpful. The menu has lots of carnivore-type food for all you meat lovers out there.
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John B.
My friend and I went to celebrate him leaving for Afghanistan ... and the bartenders were very unfriendly and rude. I will never go back. Take the stick out of your ... girls. And the food was terrible.
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Lanoi P.
yet another standard boylston bar with the usual mixture of suits, college kids, and lazy back bay residents. 10...wait wait 15 CENTS wings are deliciously bad for you. I will like to note however the difference good service makes, don't know her name but there was one bartender who despite dealing with drunks all day long manages to keep a smile on her face. hell it was weird to even see a bartender smile and say a simple "sure definitely!" ooohhh be still my weak jaded Boston heart. sometimes all it takes is some good service!
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Mike M.
If ever there were a restaurant that could benefit from the use of those vibrating pagers that tells you a table is available, Whiskey's is it. After the hostess told me and my girlfriend to wait in the bar for a few minutes, we watched at least three other parties that showed after we did get seated. Nothing makes patrons feel welcome like having to remind the staff that you're waiting for a table. There is also an extreme frat-party vibe. Maybe it was due to the baseball game that was on, it being a Saturday night, or the impending return of the college folk to Boston, I don't know. Lots of loud groups of meatheads pounding down Coors Light and the occasional holdover from the metrosexual revolution, complete with pencil-thin chinstrap "beard". Anyhow, I got the "Smokehouse Chicken BBQ", or some variation of those three words. It was around $10 and it was delicious. It was half a chicken, corn on the cob, fries, and baked beans. The chicken was juicy, the corn wasn't dessicated, the fries were good, and the beans were amazing. It took maybe two bites to realize that what made the beans so good was bacon. My lady got the pulled chicken sandwich. After a few bites of my meal, hers tasted like a hot dog to me. Weird. We also got honey BBQ wings as an appetizer, they were also very good. I think if we had gone earlier, it would have been less populated, and therefore a more enjoyable experience.
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Andres M.
If you are looking for a place in nice area of town with loud MTV music playing, a very traditional menu and not-so-exciting food then this restaurant is for you.
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Lauren W.
I don't know what I can say about a place that has 38 reviews already that hasn't been said before. So, I'll try to sum up my experiences. What I liked about Whiskey's is that their BBQ is very good for Boston and the prices aren't too bad. What I don't like, and this is going to make me sound old, but it's a bar first. You get carded when you first walk in, by a huge bouncer, and it's super loud. My final decision with this bar is that this will be a great place to watch a game and munch on some BBQ. Otherwise, it will be too loud to enjoy anything, both the food and a conversation.
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Mathieu B.
We get in, we needed a place to get a cheap lunch. We ask if they got a beer-menu. They don't So the girl tells us all the beer they got without posing between each beer. SamIPAUFOCoorsLightBudLightBudweiser...I hardly joke and say: If I was slightly an asshole i'd ask you to repeat. Which all my friend found funny 'cause them too hardly understood anything with the jukebox music and the crowd speaking as loud as possible. In Montreal we got some places like that called La Cage aux sports (it's a franchise) which is a family version for kids too. The difference is that it's cheaper, crowded with adults but still feels like a place for teenagers. I just knew this was the kind of place annoys me more then gives me little fun.
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Ryan D.
I just got back from Whiskey's for dinner and, to be honest, it wasn't a very good experience. Doesn't explain why I'm giving the place four stars, does it? Well, anyone who follows me on FourSquare knows that I spend at least 2 nights a week supping at Whiskeys. Yes, I usually order the same 5 or 6 items, and I've never bothered ordering anything other than Blue Moon to drink - except the one time they had Pumpkinhead around Halloween last year - but I'm rarely disappointed. The waitresses probably recognize my father and I by now, and i'm fairly on a first-name basis with the doormen, but I can't say I'm upset about that. The chances that my dad and I get better service than some other clientele might be pretty high due in part to the facts that a) we always tip well and b) 49 times out of 50, we're waited on by cute girls who are just trying to improve their keep for the night. This is par for the course. Whiskey's employs almost entirely women, and depending on when you go, they may or may not be appropriately dressed (tonight, they were; Friday night at 11, they won't be). The only reason tonight wasn't great was because there was a large party hooting and hollering and making general fools of themselves, taking up the attention of the wait staff and really cramping the atmosphere - I appreciate a monday night party as much as the next grad student, but when everyone in your group of 30 is laced at 6 on that monday night, you don't have a party, you have a group of AAs in training. Anyhow, as with any restaurant, large parties showing up unannounced slow the service down. It happens. It's not a big deal. They slow the kitchen down. It happens, it's not a big deal. They might even cause some of the kegs to need changing. Again, it happens. Nothing that happened tonight was particularly poorly-done, it just didn't click the way it usually does. No big, I just decided now would be a good time to tell the world about it. If you're looking for beer, the selection at Whiskey's is solid, draft or bottles. If you're looking for margaritas, this is one of many right places along Boylston street. I will admit that the Red Bulls and Grey Goose are a little pricey, but if you're ordering something that top-shelf, you deserve to pay a lot for it - it's the treasury's way of teaching you a lesson. If you're looking for quality bar food, there's no reason to look elsewhere. Fried, Starched, BBQed, Salted, Cheesy, Spicy, name it, they've got it. The nachos are particularly good, and the pulled pork sandwich - they do pride themselves on their BBQ, after all - is pork perfected. The Steak tips are another signature item, but don't be distracted by the more mealy items. From 4-7 during the week, they have half-price appetizers at the bar. Take advantage of this. And don't stop. From 10-1 Sunday through Wednesday, they have 99 cent 12-inch pizzas with the purchase of an alcoholic drink. You might think a 99 cent pizza late at night wouldn't be that good - you're wrong. It's absolutely delicious, and it's a shame they don't serve it in the dining room during normal mealtime hours. I digress. There are a lot of good things about Whiskey's, and its atmosphere on the weekends and during Sox and Celtics games is great. The staff is always friendly. The food is always tasty, if imperfectly done. The beer is always cold. The TVs always have a great game or great music blaring from them, and there isn't a seat in the house where you can't see them. And if you don't agree with me, step around the block to Daisy Buchanan's on Newbury Street. It won't take long for you to see what you're missing.
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Mihir P.
This place USED to be good - in my day. Very good drinks, friendly staff, decent food (especially the spicy calamari), cool crowd and a clean space. I enjoyed my first post 21 years here but now I don't know what happened. I can try to figure it out though. They renovated the place in the late 90's and put the bar in the center of the room and somehow everything else went down hill. Sticky floors and bar, dirty and sticky glasses for your drinks, bartender putting his fingers in your shots to pass them to you. This obviously upset the customers and then the staff since no one seems to give a shit anymore - hosts, bartenders, waitstaff etc. And of course customers still tip for the fear of not getting served or stared down. The only reason I gave this place two stars is that I am in hopes that someday Whiskey's will clean up its act - pun intended.
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wsl l.
I agree with Katia M. "This is a bar that I should probably hate - but I dont." Its a great place to chill after work -(earlier in the week) with friends and have a few beers and .. yes.. their .10 wings night. They play music videos for the cable deprived and they used to have that game machine that was stupidly addictive and fun.. BRING that BACK!! In short, stick with your friends and dont expect great service. Eat your wings, drink your beer and dont talk to the strangers!
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Kathleen A.
I always have a great time here, drinking a beer or two or three and eating 15 cent wings! I've tried the buffalo chicken quesadilla too and it was pretty good. Very chill place, fun crowd..great for watching sports games.
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Erica D.
I don't know what our servers problem was. We came in for a birthday party / patriots game. She nagged us 4 times about ordering food when we told her each time that we DEFINITELY WERE going to be ordering we just needed a minute to look at the menu. She was a rude, miserable little thing that ignored us, then baggered us, then completely forgot when we did askfor something. Note to Whiskey's - there are PLENTY of other bars in Bboston with pub grub, beers and TVs.
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Hailey T.
Despite some of the less than flattering reviews, I saw nothing wrong with this place whatsoever. No, it's not an upscale bar, but no, it doesn't fit the definition of bar. In my opinion, if they serve food that is safe for consumption, it's just not a dive bar to me. On that note, the chicken tenders were good, as were the nachos. A friend had the shrimp and he said that was pretty solid, no, not as great as an upscale place, but what do you honestly expect from a bar and grill? It was a great place for our group to gather on a busy Thursday night to celebrate a birthday. Yes it was loud, but not so loud we had to scream at each other. Service was prompt and friendly, that's important to me. We had fun and enjoyed it. Give it a whirl!
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Iska B.
I've only been here on a non-weekend night and it was very calm and empty. I liked their fancy martinis which weren't too expensive considering. I've had the same thing for much more at other places. It was a Sunday night and people were just sitting and chatting and watching whatever game was on TV. Totally fine. The reason for the three stars is that there were two really wasted old guys who basically decided that two girls (my friend and I) who were unaccompanied clearly wanted company. It was really annoying and in the end the girl at the bar had to tell them to back off. Kinda ruined the nice drink we were having. Maybe that's just Sunday night...the day when sketchy old dudes come.
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Meg B.
10 cent wings Sun - Th til 11pm. They were actually pretty good... some places don't really lather a lot of sauce on the wings but my first order of 10 was covered and quite good. At one point I noticed someone sitting at a table with what looked like a strawberry margarita. I thoroughly enjoy margarita action so I ordered one for myself. If I do go back, I'll be all over another one. It was surprisingly good and it looked like it was made with real strawberries not just some strawberry flavored mix. The down side and hence the three star review: Since I wanted some cheap wings, I wanted to sit down... (Note: this was around 830pm on a thursday). Most of my friends were ordering straight from the bar so I tried to sit down at one of the tables nearby. The waitress was adamant about ordering a drink to go along with the wings if i was to sit there. I wasn't going to order wings without a drink, I just was more interested in the wings at the moment of ordering... One my friends tried to sit down too but she insisted that they not sit if they weren't ordering from her. The wings took a long time to get too. I mean I understand that a 10 cent wing night isn't gonna result in a high tip and working a table next to the bar area is gonna suck but you could be a little bit friendlier...
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Michael G.
This is a very lively bar that sometimes has a line outside to get in on busy nights. On quieter nights, you can find great deals on appetizers at the bar. In particular, go for their 10 cent wings, which are served until 11 PM. They have a good beer selection, and it's a must to stop by as you walk up and down Boylston. This is the type of place that is even busy on a Monday.
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Anne B.
I don't like this bar a whole lot. I have had problems with the wait staff and they have wierd rules about where you can do what (you have to be in a certain section to qualify for 10 cent wings, etc.). The beer is about 4 bucks a bottle and the food is fantastic. It's alright for lunch, not really as a bar, though.
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Julie F.
Was here on a Saturday night and was not at all impressed. Too loud to hear yourself talk, let alone have a conversation. Total meat market, very frathouse-esque. Definitely NOT the place to go to relax with a beer and good company. I'll never understand why there's always a line to get into this place. The big TV screens with the music videos are a nice touch, though, as are the nifty little light-up ice cubes they put in the drinks.
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Brenden L.
I've only ever been here for the food so I can't say I've ever had a problem with bouncers but the waitress did eyeball my ID for quite some time. The food here is pretty good. I think I got a steak tip sandwich and enjoyed it. The drinks are drinks, nothing special but not bad either.
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Ruth P.
Whiskey's is pretty hit-or-miss. I was there last night (wednesday night) and it was a pretty good crowd for 10pm-1am on a Wednesday... They have a good selection of margheritas and mixed drinks (ranging from $6-$9) in addition to a decent selection of beers. This is the kind of place you can go to with a bunch of friends, squeeze into a booth table, and sing and laugh and have a good time without feeling like an asshole about it. I'm not as fond of this place on a Friday or Saturday night though when it is packed to the gills.
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Michelle I.
so i did quite a bit of drinking here... hmm, i think i have a theme going on here.(i should be thankful i don't live here fulltime i guess) anyway, so maybe this big boisterous bar reminded me a lot of a City Tavern here in SF, but i had a great F*cking time anyway! the crowd is young, loud and rowdy which i like when i'm on an excessive Boston drinking binge.... hey, and so what if the guy i met here was only 22, the important point is that he insisted on buying me drinks. cool! after one of the guys in my group came over to rescue me from peril, we made a mad dash for the door and escaped this zoo.... somehow managing to stumble back to the hotel in one piece. whew!
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Ashley M.
went here once - reminded me of bars from college in central PA. i'm over 21, thankfully i don't need to sit in loud, crowded places that reek of stale beer anymore. if that's your scene though, its not a bad place.
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bex g.
although this is the exact spot i became a vegetarian, while eyeballing the mounds of chewed up 10 cent wings around the bar, i do remember they were yummy. the drinks are all that expensive and there is always a crowd, which sometimes just makes the night more fun. the grilled cheese is my personal favorite now that the cheapo wings aren't an option. tables, bar, booths, even when it gets packed you can find a place that suits you. weeknights are best, but on the weekends it gets a wee bit too crowded and therefore not as fun. oh, I would stay away from the flavored martinis (well the jolly rancher one at least) a bit too sweet and sickly for my taste, and all the sugar leads to one heck of a hangover.
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Melissa B.
I too have been hassled by the oversized bouncers here about my ID & I am well over 21. Food is eh, so-so & the waitresses are ok. This place can get hopping after work, so it's good to meet people.
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Jill M.
Yuck. Not as bad as the roxy, but yuck nonetheless. This bar is awful. Unless you live in a frat house, in which case it's utter perfection. First of all, the set up is awful. No matter when you go, there's about a 2 foot space between you and the wall, and you find yourself pressed against an 18 year-old with a bad fake ID. I've been there several times and never enjoyed myself. But the good news is that there's several good bars just down the street.
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Jen P.
The food is better than the bar itself. A bunch of us went out and all fell in love with our meals. However, once the big hand strinks 12, its all down hill from there. Its way too crowded, you have to fight your way to get a drink and even to the bathrooms. I will give out some cool points to the flat screen tvs that show videos that coincide with the music.
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Anna P.
Meat-market galore...and no, it has nothing to do with the ribs and wings.
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Alex G.
I'm not sure this place is worth checking out on the weekends. Crammed, the crowd surrounding the bar eerily paralleled a frat keg line plus 5 or 7 years. Pushing my way through to the bar, I got what was easily one of the worst vodka and club sodas in my life. I heard they have great burgers, but no food after 11. The staff was not particularly friendly, welcoming, or timely; but alot of the waitresses were hot. Good location if you feel like crawling on...
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Alan N.
in nyc, whiskey's would be like, hmm...mercury bar on a thursday or saturday night. let's see. it's overly packed, the bartenders are wearing very unflattering cut off shorts, and there's a lot of over-the-top PDA going on in here. miller lite bottles are $4.50. i hear the wings are good here, but i've only been to whiskey's during the packed nights. there are four other nearby bars, i would recommend going there.
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Timmy S.
I've never been through their doors where I wasn't hassled by the bouncers. I understand wanting to run a tight ship and being uber-careful on the age/approriateness of the evening's patrons, but the authority-abusive bouncers employed by this establishment ruin a good evening before you can say "lets get this party started."
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Tom D.
I'm not sure why I still let my significantly more wealthy/employed friends drag me to this hole. As most of the previous reviews indicate, it is ridiculously noisy and you feel like you've been suddenly crammed into a WWI circa U-boat. The one time this wasn't the absolute last place we ended up at and I was therefore relatively sober, they kicked me out at the door. I twisted my ankle playing soccer earlier, and as I limped in the Backstreet Boy reject at the door said I was stumbling and therefore too drunk to be let in. I politely told him that this was an unreasonable conclusion as I was speaking without the hint of a slur and actually showed him my bandaged ankle. Besides, I'd been way drunker and gotten in before. The last part may not have been the best point to argue but the bouncer insisted on being a right bastard. May this place be turned into a Christian Science Reading Room or something equally obscure. May that bouncer develop erectile dysfunction or at least a stutter.
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Kristen G.
This bar is pretty standard. Food is good. Drinks are good. I often times find it overcrowded, which makes getting a drink at the bar difficult and awkward. It can also get pretty loud, so if you are looking to hang out and have a conversation, I would suggest a quieter place in the area.
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Katherine W.
While I've had issues with the doormen I still enjoy Whiskey's a lot. Out of MA ID holders beware - they will require back-up ID most of the time. This place is packed with an after-work crowd as well as local college students... so it's almost always busy. Fridays, can be especially busy - so if that's not your scene - don't go here. I've never eaten here but the drinks are average. Whenever I go, I almost always run into someone I know...
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : No Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner, Late Night Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Very Loud Music : Music Videos Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Kathy D.
My bf and I decided to try out NEW types of beer at Whiskey's and... boy were we wrong to do that! We probably ordered the worst kinds of beers there were on tap. At least we know now. We ordered one Killian's Irish Red-Woodchuck Cider, and one was a honey type of beer, which tasted awfully disgusting! We had to make ourselves chug down these beers! We got a spot at a table, and just chilled there, people watching in Boston. The place was definitely packed and had a lot of drunk middle-aged people getting kicked out. 2 Thumbs down for them not making jager bombs.
(2)Warren C.
Good sportsbar, lots of people to talk to. They've got a decent assortment of beers on tap, as well as acceptable mixed drinks. I didn't pay for any of the drinks here, so I can't tell you how pricey it is. Coincidentally, the lady sitting next to me during my flight out of Boston was here at the same time as I was. Too bad we missed each other here I guess.
(4)Jessica P.
I've been there 4 times. Services were ok. Food was pretty oily and I had to wait very long to get my orders even tho i got there early around noon on Sat. Hope to get improved about this
(3)Galen W.
Server told us to move because we bought drinks at the bar and not from her. Sorry we gave your bar any business. We're leaving.
(1)Julia R.
Came in about a month ago and was surprised to see how quickly this place is turning into a total dump. For starters, the servers and bartenders are absolutely awful. Took me 20 minutes to get one of the guy bartenders' attention because he was too busy watching tv and chatting with his buddies. Also, I'm pretty sure he was hammered drunk because he was slurring his words worse than anyone else at the bar and was sweating directly into the ice bin.. Gross. Maybe if this place hired their female staff based on actual hospitality experience, rather than how they look in tiny shorts and a Baby Gap t-shirt, it could potentially be a decent place to grab a drink and some food.. But until then, see ya never Whiskey's.
(1)Paul S.
I just happened to pop into WFS while walking around looking for something to eat. When I arrived, I saw that they had a lobster roll. So, I though that I'd give them a try. Let me say this,... WFS is really a drinking establishment. You get that feeling right from the moment you enter the restaurant. They have drink specials posted all over the place. So, I was concerned about the food. I did order the lobster roll, and it had a few pieces of lobster rolled into what I thought was imitation crab or tuna. It was okay, but not what I thought a lobster roll should be. All in all, the ambiance is set up for drinkers. If you're just looking to eat, you may be disappointed.
(2)Tyler W.
I will give this 2 stars because the guys at the door were nice, but don't go here if you have a large group and just want to get some drinks at the bar. We went in and went over to stand by the bar, thinking that we would just order from a bartender. At this point, a server comes over and is very in our face about ordering something. OK, not really into having a server when we are standing by the bar..especially when there are 5 of us. So we walk over to the other side of the bar, and another server is in our face again (neither of them super friendly). She comes up and asks if we want drinks and I basically tell her that we are going to need to split the check 5 ways. I then continued to say that it might be easier for us to just order at the bar (which is what we wanted to do all along since we are standing by the bar). Then she says "well this is my section so I would really prefer it if you order from me". Ok...fair enough I guess...I have had jobs as a server so I understand, but I still think it's dumb and ruins the chillness of standing at the bar having a drink (especially when she seemed slightly annoyed that she would have to split the checks that many ways..that was the whole point of us ordering from a bartender duh). There is a reason why we didn't sit at a table. I gotta say though, I think it is a pretty dumb policy to have server sections at a bar. Whatever though, there are plenty of other places around...
(2)Ryan W.
It was busy, went right after Boston Marathon tragedy. The food wasn't amazing but it was decent. Not sure if I would stop here again, but it was a nice pub/restaurant for Boston.
(3)Mimi A.
Been here a couple times, but the last time I was there really just made me never ever ever wanna go back. I will never spend a dime in the place so help me. I was there about 6 months ago, there was a huge bruins game going on, and I am a big bruins fan. There is about 25 different TVs in this place and they refused to put the game on. Everytime I asked someone they were like yep well put it on and they never did. So finally I just got annoyed by the awful service, I didn't even care about the game anymore I planned to go watch it elsewhere, but since I was so annoyed I asked to speak to the manager. She came over in a huff and was EXTREMELY rude to me before I even got to say anything. She said something along the lines of "I have more important things to worry about right now". Not exaggerating that's basically what she said to me, a paying customer. And I hadn't even opened my mouth yet, the person who told her I wanted to see her must've mentioned something about me wanting to watch the game. I was seriously dumb founded. Didn't even finish my drink. Got outta there as fast as I could, never went back. It's also really gross
(1)Travis M.
Went on a Friday night. Place was busy so we put on name on the list and was told a 30 minute wait or so. Two other groups that came in were seated before my group of just 2. Strike 1. Waitstaff took a long time to come get drink order and even longer to get food order. Food came out after 40 min. wait. Server came back once to give check. Overall service-poor. Strike 2. Food was tasty and well cooked. Overall I would recommend this place just as a bar to grab drinks. Service is well below par for Boylston Street/Coply Sq area. Just grab some drinks and move on to one of the other restaurants on the street for a good dinner.
(2)Rick M.
I love Whiskey's. Anytime that I am on Boylston or in Back Bay, I somehow end up here. On a weekend night, the bar is pretty saturated with college students. You have to squeeze past a crowd of people to get to the bathrooms, which are dingy. The reason we come here so much is for the $1 pizzas. You will never cease to be amazed that you just ordered 5 pizzas for $5. These aren't microwave pizzas, either. Their kitchen is open and they are schlepping out pretty damn good pizzas. Their drinks are not particularly cheap, but I won't argue when I'm paying $6 for a medium pizza and a bud light. Why does this place only get 3 stars? This place has college plastered all over it. I do at times feel a little old for the venue, and I'm only a couple years out of undergrad.
(3)Anya S.
Got tired of "Jews eat Chinese on xmas" and instead went here on Xmas day. It was pretty empty, mostly fellow Jews and a few other internationals who do not celebrate the Xmas Had chicken tenders while the man had a burger and some beers. He liked his burger and I was quite found of my chicken fingers, which were not overly breaded or too oily, instead they were quite good. I am not sure what this place is like on a regular day but Im giving it four stars on xmas.
(4)Parissa S.
This place disgusts me and I'd give them 0 stars if I could. The crowd is unpredictable and the staff are unfriendly. You're better off going to Pour House next door where the crowd is more fun, the staff are friendlier/more inviting, and there's a dance party downstairs.
(1)J J.
24yo F Came to Whiskey's on a Tuesday around 6p Specials: 20cent wings at the bar! Great deal! The wings tasted very good...buffalo and honey buff flavors. Large pieces. The honey buff was too sweet for my liking. No celery or carrots with the wings (slightly disappointed but Ive been spoiled). $3 bar bites 4p-7p for items such as mozz sticks, clam chowder, onion rings, fried dough and more. Menu: Great array of options (salads, sandwiches, burgers, ribs, etc) and pretty decent prices. Avg $7 Crowd: Looks like a mix of people who got off work in the Back Bay/Boston area. Some college students. Drinks: We just had Bud Light Drafts which were 4.50 or 4.75 (can't recall)...my bf thought it was overpriced for drafts, but I couldn't complain seeing the food was pretty much dirt cheap and oh so delicious! Overall: My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our experience. The crowd was a good mix of after work young professionals and college students towards the end of the night. The food we ordered was really good and cheap...I'll be going back to try some of the other menu items.
(4)Tony M.
Because I'm old and an admitted townie I feel like Whiskey's is that cousin everyone has that still hangs out at college parties even though he graduated (or dropped out) 3 years ago, changes jobs every year, and wears a tuxedo t-shirt or his nicest Hawaiian shirt to formal events. You want to get mad at him but he's still pretty fun to hang out with. You're just not sure you want to invite him into your fantasy league or loan him $20. When I was a young college kid Whiskey's was like Disneyland. The waitresses were all hot and scantily-dressed, they had cheap beer (at the time I think it was $2.00 Coor's Light or something), and they didn't know the meaning of the phrase "shut off". The place was mobbed almost every night with young people out to have the time of their life every night. It brought in the cool girls, who were still as hot as the club girls but actually preferred the bar scene and wanted to talk. I can only assume they toned it down since the '90's but, not unlike that tuxedo-t-shirt wearing cousin, Whiskey's might not know when to hang it up. Of course, Whiskey's also has the advantage of 800K new students a year coming into the city so to them it's probably the same wonderland it was to me. As I got older and realized I couldn't just chase women and drink for a living Whiskey's offered me solace in my enlightened years. Also $.10 wings. Solace and $.10 wings. And still pretty cheap beer but by then I could afford to move down the tap bank to the IPAs. But you realize that after work drinks with co-workers isn't the end of your social life, it's the beginning of a new chapter of trying to meet girls and eat $.10 wings at the same time. But don't lose track of time. Never lose track of time. Because inevitably your fun but suspect cousin with the tuxedo T-shirt will come barreling through that door to ask you to hide the photo he stole off the bathroom wall in your laptop bag (now where did I put that anyway?) and before you know it it's well past your bedtime and the girl you've been talking to for two hours is closer to your nephews age then to yours. So the moral of the story is: you already know Whiskey's. You grew up with him and you remember him trying to steal you uncles Playboys. It was fun back then, but he's still doing it even though he's quite old enough for his own subscription. For those out-of-towners that were maybe "duped" into going there, that happens. You're the tourist. Sometimes you get the tour and sometimes the tour gets you. If you've lived here for a while, why blame Whiskey's for being Whiskey's? He's not gonna change now. Just wish him well and tell him you'll see him at Gramma's 80th birthday, wearing his tuxedo T-shirt.
(4)Mrs. M.
The girls who work here are young, pretty, and scantily clad. When you go to a bar in the dead of winter and the waitresses are wearing shorts it's a little much. I'm sure the fellas like it, and that's all that matters. The drinks are made correctly, but way over priced, as are most bars in the middle of Boston. As far as generic overpriced bars go this place is ok for the occasional after work cocktail, nothing special.
(2)Ellie W.
My friends and I love Whiskey's for an occasional Trivia Night/15 cent wings night. Of course, trivia night now usually consists of a bunch of people hopping on their iPhones to find answers via Wikipedia, but anyways... It's a really casual hang out if you drop by after work. I don't think I'd ever go to Whiskey's on a weekend, though. I don't know why, but I feel like it'd be crammed with belligerent drunks who got kicked out of all the other bars in the area.
(3)Lisa H.
Great Atmosphere lively music and great staff!! Food was delicious and beer was cold!! A definite repeat place
(4)Christina C.
I liked coming here to watch any games on TV, and for Trivia night, but that's about it. Their prices aren't bad, and the service is alright. The food is decent, but nothing that really stands out...just typical bar food. However, there is always an interesting crowd, and the door guys are really friendly.
(3)Alexis J.
The first time I went to Whiskey's, I'll admit I really liked it. We went on a Friday night and the place was packed. The food was good and came out fairly quickly, our waiter was knowledgeable and really good at handling some drunk and disorderly customers that were sitting in our section. The wings were outstanding though I wasn't impressed with my turkey club. Due to all of this, we decided to go back a few weeks later on a Monday night and boy did we regret it. Our waitress was knowledgeable though left us sitting for a LONG time between check ins even though there were only a handful of other people there. Our wings were mushy and came out cold after waiting 20 minutes for them. I got the pulled pork which was not good at all. Instead of the pork being tossed in the sauce, the sauce was just poured on the top so it wasn't very good. My boyfriend got the hot dog sliders and couldn't even finish three of them because they were so bad. The whole rest of the night we both felt sick because the food was just terrible. Next time I'm looking for a bar in the neighborhood, I'll just go to Lir or Pour House instead.
(2)Angela Y.
This place has a huge menu...too much to choose from. They have BBQ, wings, steaks, pizzas, salads etc. They had different BBQ sauces on the depending what you want for your wings/BBQ sandwiches. Food is okay. The BBQ sandwich was okay. My husband got a BBQ with Mac and Cheese Sandwich which was tasty. Didn't have a draft beer menu which was kinda of annoying when sitting in the restaurant cause they have tons of beer on tap but you can't see the taps from where you are sitting. They could have had my favorite unique beer on tap and not even know it. I asked what was on draft and the waitress said oh we have tons I can't name all of them. The restaurant got really noisy due to the bar being in the middle so it was kinda of hard to have a conversation without yelling across the table. They do have a lot of TV's for sporting events but all the TVs where on the same college football team...(not even a Boston team) Being a West Coast visitor I would have appreciated some PAC-12 action on at least one of them. The bathroom is down the stairs in a creepy hall...kinda of scary!
(2)Jeff W.
I don't know how to review this. This was an effected reasturant. We came here for lunch and a few 3-4 rounds of drinks. It was a beautiful Boston afternoon and the place was packed and lively. I love Boston
(4)DJ D.
Dirty, clean the place. Not exactly appetizing hygiene. I only had a beer, then I just had to leave before I got their cooties.
(1)Ginny S.
Whiskey's is my after work hangout. The food is pretty good and there is a lively crowd. Service can be a bit slow unless Patrick is the bartender. My only other complaint is that I sometimes see tables in the back with "reserved" on them but when I called ask if they could reserve tables for a party I was flat out told no even after I asked about seeing the reserved sign before.
(3)Alexa D.
Went to Whiskeys on a wednesday night. The food prices were excellent and the portions were huge. Theres no need to order a large nacho order unless there is at least 8 people. I found the beer prices bearable, but to the high side. C lintel is what it is. Frat boys with big biceps and too-small shirts.
(3)S K.
Went here a couple weeks ago for brunch. I ordered scrambled eggs with potatoes and my friend got the omelet. The food was literally horrible and I couldn't even finish it. The eggs didn't taste like eggs (I'm still skeptical as to what it was) and the potatoes were super salty. My friend's omelet didn't have any cheese---which he asked for and tasted pretty awful as well. The only thing edible was the toast so that's basically all I ate for breakfast that day. Maybe the drinks and bar food is better but I would definitely not come here for brunch!!
(1)Marcel R.
I come here a couple of times a week to watch sports and enjoy some of the good appetizers. I tried those atomic wings or whatever they called and almost died. The service here is good as well cause they always change it to the game that I want to watch.
(4)Samara M.
I am a stickler for Southern Fare and Whiskey's is said to have a reputation for great Southern BBQ. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed just the way I like it! The menue is basic yet extensive. I ordered ther "BLACK n BLUE" burger. I have a thing for burgers and blue cheese. We got an appitizer the guiness book of world records buffalo wings... FANTASTIC!!!!! the second time around. The first batch was burnt however, when my burger arrived it was well done and not medium well like I requested. The waitress was nice and they made it again....It was still well done!! I figured since the chef couldn't get it right the first 2 times why ask for it to redone a 3rd time. I ordered the "Lemonrazz Margarita" AWESOME!!! This should be a signature drink. All in all the service is prompt and helpful, and the drinks are amazing but they don't know how to properly grill burger.
(3)Judy H.
Hay it is what it is. .25 wings ? yes please ! Pretty tasty and a decent glass of Pino. I don't think my old ass will be hanging out here late with the kids but for after work and decent buffalo wing it filled the bill !
(4)Melissa M.
My fiance threw up and it slid down the front of the bar. He walked out and no one was the wiser. No one is the wiser because this is a dumb bar that I haven't frequented in quite some time. But, my fiance was wearing a rather tacky tie last night and I asked him where he got it. His reply, "Whiskey's". I said, Whiskey's?? Whiskey's?? The bar you puked down the side of? His reply, "Yeah. A guy took off his tie and threw it down on the bar and threw his cell and left. I got the tie, and Matt got the cell." Whiskey's is not a hidden gem. It should be hidden from anyone who has a mind and wants to drink. Do not go.
(1)August G.
It just occurred to me that a place named Whiskey's should, technically, have really good whiskey. Not that I'll ever try it here, because this place is dirty and the service is, well, let's just say you don't come for the service. Beer's pricey too. Yeah I know, why come here then? 20 cent wings is all you need to know. Alllll you need to know. Sun-Thurs to 11pm. (Nachos are not any sort of quality but are tasty too) I will say that the waitress said rather bizarrely that everyone at the table would have to order a round of drinks in order to get the wings deal, which makes it a ripoff if you think about it. But my friend has gone multiple times here without that being a policy, so not sure if it's a new thing or the waitress was making things up.
(3)Rob C.
All along, i had no idea Whiskey's was a barbecue place. i'd walked by it for years, tried to get in one night only to be rebuffed at the door because a friend wasn't really standing up straight anymore, and i never knew. On a windy and cold night, looking for food, my companion had had enough of the weather so i summarily picked Whiskey's because i'd never eaten there and it was nearby. The tables are tiny, and festooned with nonsense you don't really need. The music was absurdly loud for a Wednesday night (late dinner, around eight). The food was deeply mediocre; my date poked at a steak salad, and while i scarfed down a pulled chicken sandwich, it should be noted that i have extremely low standards. Actually, their barbecue sauces are very tasty, and they get a star for that. The beer was a bit on the flat side, the waitstaff was in a hurry to get rid of us (although the host and bouncer were very friendly), and overall it was just weak. So now i can keep walking by.
(2)Christine S.
TWO LOBSTERS FOR $18.95!!!!!!!! I seriously gained 3249023 pounds during my visit to Boston and Whiskey's is partly to blame. Luckily, I was able to work off some of it by going down the bagillion stairs to get down to the bathroom.
(4)Tom K.
This used to be one of my favorite go-to places in college. Now, almost 10 years later, I can barely stand to walk into this place. I find myself coming back here mainly due to its location. The place almost always seems to be packed and, as such, I've never actually had anything to eat here (save for some shared apps while hanging around the bar). Everything here is super expensive, not very good, and if you're looking for a place to hang out and have a conversation with a group of people, this is not your place. With so many other establishments up and down Boylston, I don't understand how this place is still in business, forget packed with people night in and night out.
(2)Sarah G.
Meh....just meh..... This bar will make you feel like you have been transported instantly back to a college party, only now this party has all of the drop outs at it, instead of current students...It just kind of felt dirty in here...and it kind of just made me feel way more mature than I usually feel too....strange...the floor is sticky....there was some remnants of vomit it looked like on the bathroom floors....i am shuddering a little right now thinking about it! The beers were pretty cheap, we were able to get a table to sit at, and they have waitress service at the tables, and i hear their kitchen stays open pretty late for food too, so I will give them that, and they have flat screen tvs to watch the games, but they pack so many people in here that you cannot possibly escape without getting a drink spilled on you.....Maybe if I came here really drunk already it would be okay, but coming here sober??? Not for me ;)
(2)Mike G.
Not really sure why so many people only give this place 3 stars...The service was great, the menu selection was huge and the food was good and priced well. In this area of the city the prices were cheap! Great place for drinks and beer too.
(4)Roni E.
When 30 people come pouring into a bar on Tuesday night, most bars open up their arms and spaces with gratitude. Well... here at Whiskey's it was quite the opposite. What's one way to piss off 30 Yelpers? Basically, telling them they can't serve you and to leave. Yep. A few had arrived earlier and had scored a table before the rush came in. Some had ordered drinks, but weren't given any menus. Fine. A couple more of us came in, still not quite crowded yet, but busy. Not one person came by to ask if we wanted drinks or even menus. What we got when someone finally came after 20 min... "Are you going to be ordering food?" My response, "No," as were a few others as some of us were still rather full from the event. But... his response, "Well you can't sit here if you're not ordering food". Not... "Can I get you a drink?" or "Would you be interested in ordering a drink or anything else?" So... while you were in a tizzy about us not ordering food, you've also lost out on 30 yelpers ordering drinks ALL NIGHT LONG!!!! Which would have been more $$$ than your friggin' food order. But c'est la vie you lost out when you demanded that we get out of the booths. Mind you, there was no one waiting for tables. If there were, I can see your argument for needing tables for people that were eating. Who knows, I may have asked for a menu later as I was getting my libation on, as I usually tend to have a need to nosh later on in the evening. Instead, we went somewhere else that appreciated our business. And for that I wish I could seriously give you no stars. Least now I know to never come back and judging by your already 2.5 star rating, looks like you guys need to do some major over hauling anyway.
(1)lauren s.
We jumped into this restaurant to grab an early lunch when the heavens opened up and started pouring. I ordered a fajita chicken burrito expecting very little. It was still way worse than my already low expectations. My friend ordered the buffalo chicken pizza, took two bites and gave up. Most disappointing was when we excitedly convinced our Australian friend to order waffle fries. Whiskey's shanked all our hype with their limp, lukewarm and not even remotely seasoned version. I'm 99% sure they bought some generic frozen ones and warmed them under a lamp all day. What a way to ruin the greatness that is waffle fries for a foreigner. This seems like a cool place to sit and have some beers but if I could go back and have a choice between food and walking in the rain, I'd brave the monsoon for some real lunch.
(2)Olayemi A.
Don't care for it for the nightlife, but it still gets 4 stars for the food. They have great cheap tasty bar food, i love it! The wings, cheesesteak rolls, burgers, and onion rings are delicious. The 99c pizza is decent too. Need to go back to try their brunch, heard it's also really good.
(4)Merry M.
This is food for drunk people. It's very loud. Probably very fun for an after work drinks/apps time out with the gang. Not really a place for dinner, especially if you want to have a conversation. The food is really not that great. The fajitas were awful. BBQ seems to be their specialty. That would probably have been a better choice. It's cheaper than some other nearby restaurants.
(2)Becki W.
Thanks, but no thanks I write it that way for 2 reasons. First of all, it is to say, I have had your food, and have had your drink, and you are nothing special to me. while i have not had food poisoning, you would by no means be a place i would recommend. Secondly, I went there after the Elite event down the street at max brenners. Good event, and Whiskeys seemed a good place for an after party. The first few through the door managed to grab a corner table. Great. it was crowded when the rest of us got there. It was SRO, so we chose to stand by the table. the table at which no one was really being serviced. We were told that we couldn't stand by the table as we were in the way and causing a hazard. That would have been fine, but there was nowhere by the bar to stand either. You were not going to wait on us, and we were clearly in your way, so Thanks, but no thanks, we are going to the Pour House. Ta!
(2)Jason F.
Some of the best wings in Boston. I am not a fan of the bartenders who think they are the hotest piece of ass this side of Mississippi. Overall decent food and a good place to watch sports. As for the bar, it can get quite crowded Friday/Saturday nights and you may have to push some over served 21 year olds out of the way to hit the head. Summary: Come for the wings, try not to get annoyed by pompous bartenders.
(4)Dustin L.
This place has the absolute worst service of any bar on Boylston Street and arguably in the city. The waitresses have THE worst attitude constantly and seem like they could care less about your even existence at their tables. Not to mention they rarely ever come to check on the table, fill the waters or even ask for more rounds. My friends and I will never give this business another dollar as they hold the torch of the worst service at a bar. DO NOT GO HERE!
(1)Monique S.
What you see is what you get. You can tell from the outside that you are not going to get gourmet food here. The place is what it is, bar food. That being said, my out of town guest and I had a good experience. It was obvious that our waiter was new, but he got everything right and double checked to make sure. We appreciated that. The food is junk food. If you're on a diet, this probably isn't the place to go. They have a pretty good selection of beers all around $5. So that is pretty decent. Overall, a decent place. What you see is what you get, hooters lite.
(3)Jane R.
It's a pretty standard sportsbar in Back Bay. Good burgers, good drinks, lots of tvs to watch the game. However, on some nights, it gets super packed here. It's definitely a place to hangout and drink and maybe get some snacks!
(3)Ross P.
This place sucks. Went midday Saturday, terrible service, poor food. It took 30 min+ to get a side salad, nachos and a cheese pizza. Nachos were a stale brick, pizza flavorless, and how do you screw up a salad?... Stale cornbread croutons. FAIL
(1)Sara M.
My friends and I went in here Saturday night, and this is not the place to keep your new year's resolutions The menu reads starchy, salty and sugary. I had a pulled chicken sandwich and fries, good, but the roll was too bready (sounds strange but you know what I mean) and the "fire and ice" cucumbers are too spicy to be palatable. My friends had grilled chicken and chicken fingers, they looked good, but standard bar fare. The last time I had the wings, they were so spicy we could barely finish them, and we were never asked how we wanted them. We were there pretty early in the night, so we missed the crowds, but I have been in later on the weekends, and the bar is a crowded, hot mess of people. If you are on Boylston, go somewhere else
(3)Johnna M.
Whiskey's typically stresses me out. The line is always very long yet the place is always over crowded with yahoos. Once my entire group was not allowed in because someone we were vaguely associated with jumped over a road block. Once inside it is just a stressful situation, although, with enough booze, a fun one. You have to wait forever, and I mean forever, to get to the bar...but once you do its ok. I think I've probably broken several limbs of strangers trying to push my way to the bathroom-terribly sorry. The top 40 is fun. I really do not like this place in inclement weather-dealing with your jacket, scarf, umbrella, is just way too much stress. Once I came here for happy hour and had some delicious, fattening, barbecue. I enjoyed that. Bottom line, if I have enough booze that I do not care about elbowing yahoos-it is a good time.
(2)Michelle L.
Classic sports bar for 20-somethings. It's decent for beer, burgers and all that other bar food we deny loving. Good for loud music late at night but it gets super packed with drunkies, for sure. Smart move offering .99 cent pizza after 10pm! It's saved a few people from serious hangovers. And who doesn't love to throw down pizza after a few drinks?
(3)Peter J.
I am writing a review from my memory of my 1995 experience here while staying in Boston. I am a big BBQ fan so this was one place I had to try. The plates are huge and everything has flavor from what I remember, it was the pulled pork, pork ribs and baby back. I don't remember anything wrong and do remember the great food and mall across the street. I am not sure if it has changed since then but if it;s still around after 17 years it's worth writing about my memory here.
(4)Amanda G.
I wish I could give this place 2 1/2 stars... but since I can't I will round up for their happy hour wing specials. This place is a good spot to stop on a Sunday Funday or on a random day off. At peak hours this bar is super crowded and super pricey. $6.25 for a bud light... in a bottle? They play pretty good music when no Boston teams are playing, and from what I hear, the food is pretty good too. The location is a prime spot in Back Bay, and compared to surrounding bars the line is always super short.
(3)Meghan M.
I spent all of 45 minutes at Whiskey's last night and that was plenty. The extra star is for being open until 2am, having nice bouncers, speedy bartenders and a decent draft beer selection. It pains me, though, to give it more than one star mainly because of the crowd. Ouch, it was PAINFUL. Many, many creeps looking to take a girl, any girl, home for the night. It's just really not my scene. I'll try again, maybe, if I happen to be in the area, it's not a weekend, and it's not the end of the night. But then again, maybe not. PS...They don't do shots. Just throwing that out there. I hate them but the people that frequent here likely don't.
(2)Jeanette Y.
Beer: - Harpoon UFO Entree: - Chicken Ranch Salad: Came with a good avocado ranch dressing. Not enough avocado or chicken, salad was a little soggy and lettuce seemed mostly iceberg - Friends said pulled pork sandwich and steak were not so good - Curly fries were a plus
(2)Michael C.
If your looking for college eye candy, this is the place. This will bring you back to what you were like in college. Great TV's throughout the bar. Wait staff was "awesome" eye candy and very good at there jobs. When we needed another round of beers, we never waited very long. It was a great place to see the 6 game in the Hockey series. The bruins Lost, back to Boston for a 7th game. If you are looking for "the college expereince" look no farther #in
(2)Steve H.
Nothing overly special about this place but I never seem to leave disappointed. Pros: Wings are great, especially at 20 cents a pop. Nachos are solid. Surprisingly decent 99 cent bar pizzas late night. You won't leave overwhelmed but should leave with a full belly of pretty good bar food. Worthy of 3.5 stars but can't go to 4. Cons: Hate the bar layout and sometimes the clientele sucks. But I go here to watch sports, drink beer and eat unhealthy food with my buddies. Don't need it to be anything too special.
(3)Alli E.
I ate here with some friends before a recent Sox game. We were seated right away and greeted by our server, Alexander. He was the overall bright spot of our dining experience- personable, friendly, attentive, and got all of our orders correct. The food itself was good- I had a black bean and mushroom quesadilla which I thought was delicious. My friends had the turkey club, mac&cheese and pulled pork, and a burger- they all seemed satisfied. For the price you pay you get a lot of food. As long as you aren't expecting five star dining, you shouldn't be disappointed.
(4)Matthew P.
I've been a few times and it's nothing special. It is slightly more roomy than some of the bars around this area, but it can also get pretty crowded. I went during their trivia night and that was fun, though the service was quite slow. The main reason I would come is to get their buffalo wings that are 20 cents each (but you have to buy 10 of them). Let me recommend the honey barbeque. Their selection of beer was decent, but their margaritas were absolutely terrible. Overall, come in for their cheap wings and a beer, then leave for somewhere better!
(3)Tracy M.
Came here on a Saturday night. A sports bar with Top 40's playing, a great thing in my eyes. Service was quick for the amount of people that were standing around and drinking. Love the marquee fan above the bar. A variety of different ages. Would go back.
(4)Bailey F.
Brunch is an easy experience here. The wait staff has gotten better since my college years here. You can't go wrong with 20 cent wings or dollar pizzas for late nights out. Its not five star dining but the place is clean, the drinks are cold and fairly priced considering the neighborhood.
(3)Britt S.
Whiskey's... =\ Sorry to those of you who like this place, but, well, I just don't. There's no standing room and it's impossible to get a booth because they let too many damn people in. The bar is a giant rectangle and takes up the entire place. Everyone crowds around it so good luck getting a drink! It's also impossible to get to the bathroom without getting either elbowed in the face by tall guys (I'm only 5'2") or plowed over by rude, eager, aggressive girls. Can't say I've eaten here so the food could be good. Also, there's never a cover so that's a plus as well. It can serve as a temporary meeting spot, but still, wouldn't recommend staying here for an entire night. There's plenty of other great bars next door (lir, pour house, etc.).
(1)Mark O.
This place rocks! I had three fantastic things. Chicken in pablano cream sauce for starter. BBQ Chicken Pizza -the best I've ever had. Cookie Nookie for dessert. If you like a hot-out-of-the-oven chocolate chip cookie, baked in a skillet, and then smothered with vanilla ice cream and whip cream -this is your place. Run....don't walk.
(5)Bryan R.
Eh Good location Good size for back bay bar Just nothing... I don't know It's just where people go to give up Jason H is the shit though
(2)Jose antonio P.
Perfect nachos and delicious burger. First option when looking for a place to eat/dinner. Just go.
(5)Sarah S.
I wanted to go to a different place, but that place was packed... sooo we decided on Whiskey's, which had plenty of open space at 12:30pm on a beautiful Saturday. I ordered a bloody mary and the BBQ chicken sandwhich with fries and hot BBQ sauce. Sandwich came with coleslaw on it. Pros - friendly waitress, decently prompt service, BBQ and slaw on sandwhich were good, hot pickles were great! Friends ordered fajitas - huge portions. Cons - weak bloody mary with a piece of celery stuck in it that I would never eat (shriveled on the ends), fries tasted like they definitely needed to change the oil in the fryer, low quality bun on sandwhich. Overall, it was OK and not very expensive - you get what you pay for, eh? PS - ladies bathroom is awkward... one sink, one hand dryer. Because of this, another patron pretty much stood over me as I washed my hands. She ended up skipping the hand dryer because it was one of those ones from the early 90s that pretty much has the equivalent air speed and volume of somebody blowing on your hands.
(2)Rani P.
I was wary when my friend suggested we meet for drinks here. Working in the back bay, I just never had a desire to cram myself in between the crowded bar to get a drink or be shocked by the clothing choices of the bartending staff. So when I arrived, I was happy we could find a booth and that a cocktail waitress greeted us and offered to get us a drink instead of trying to fight my way to the bar. Finally we sit, have drinks watch the red sox game and I find myself content. Then in midst of conversation, a waiter walks over and reaches his arm in front of me, placing his armpit within inches of my face to grab condiments. Sadly, having an armpit shoved in my face in not a normal occurrence, and only after he successfully interrupted my conversation, offended me and eventually began walking away without even saying excuse me- I said something and he apologized still without taking notice. Luckily, I was able to to laugh it off awkwardly- and went to close my tab. I venture my way to the bar, and after about 10 minutes of waiting, I am told that if I ordered from the cocktail waitress, I have to find her to close my tab..... did I remember what she looked like? Fortunately, my friend remembered (what guy wouldn't with such distinctive outfits..) and I had to hunt her down just to ask to close my tab. After waiting another 10 minutes, she informs me that the computer is running slow... can I just leave- please? I walked out, went home and wished I went to Lir or Dillon's.
(1)Matt R.
Okay, theres a lot of bad mouthing one of my preferred bars by my school. Yeah, its MAD busy Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat nights. Why do you think? They got to be doing something right.... I am not much for the packed bars, but I've been there once or twice when they were and it was a decent time. But we bar hoped from Whiskeys, Charleys, Lyr, Pour House and McGreeveys. If you hit all these bars on one night I pretty much guarantee you'll have a good time. Whiskey's itself is fun with a group of people at night. If you're solo or with a girl or a buddy, then maybe not so much. I usually hit this place during the day and have a beer or two with the dirt cheap wings. 20 cent wings at the bar ALL DAY. Timing is everything, you can get some pretty good wings at the right time, usually in the early mid afternoon or just around 5 or 6 when work gets out and the bar starts getting busy. But sometimes, in those odd hours, the wings might have been sitting or something. Not that you care when you're six or eight beers deep.
(4)Autumn Y.
While walking around in Boston our group started to get hungry and wanted a place to get some food and have a drink. A couple people in our group had been here for drinks before, so we thought we would give it a try. The atmosphere is your typical sports bar atmosphere with tvs, a good beer selection, games and a full bar. The food however, was not impressive. Naturally my expectations weren't very high since it was "bar food"; however, this place is known for its wing hot sauce so I ordered the buffalo chicken wrap. The chicken was rubbery and the tortilla tasted like plastic. They drenched the wrap in buffalo sauce and the blue cheese was flavorless. My boyfriend ordered the Italian Stallion which he did enjoy. I may have just ordered the wrong thing. The drinks were also watered down. I am not a lush or anything-but come on- I want to taste the alcohol in which I am paying for. Overall the service was okay and the atmosphere but thumbs down to the food and drinks.
(2)Vivian H.
Good for some cheap BBQ, just don't have the highest expectations (come on it's BBQ in Boston). Some pretty great happy hour/late night deals too I've noted. I'd totally go back for the Thursday $10 fajita + margarita deal.
(3)Crystal E.
Been there for a photo booth required for a ID card. So decided to stop to eat. Not too bad. Small place, there are archades around the bar where you can play. It's pretty nice cozy place to kickback or take a shot at the photo booth.
(3)Anette F.
My review is based on "happy hour" time. I've never eaten food from here. The only thing that we would get is the specials, $1 pizza or 1/2 off app. The beer is very well priced and the pizza (for a $1)/apps. were good for the price we were paying. I've never had bad service and if anything, we've gotten complimentary drinks since we kept tipping well. The only thing I've had trouble with is my out of state I.D. I had a hard time trying to get a drink with one of the bartendars since I had a CA I.D. I guess it all depends on whom you get. Overall, FOR HAPPY HOUR and something casual, it's really not a bad place to go to.
(4)Richard P.
I've been here before, but tonight, I ordered one beer for myself and they cut me off. The manager, Tim, said I was too drunk and he ordered the wait staff to stop serving me. I have been watching my party (who are celebrating a birthday, a party of +15) as they drink merrily and I have been sitting by idly and observing as other patrons are getting completely messed up. And i mean there were sloppy-drunk local dudes who were stumbling and falling over themselves... you know the ones i'm talking about. Some post-frat-boy sports fans, loud, sweaty, and drunk ... red-faced drunk... and i'm standing there, dressed nicely, with a glass of water... I tried drinking a bud light, but the manager came out and stripped the beer from my hands. I have little patience for this. I am a paying patron and I'm trying to have a good time, but have been hassled for no reason. This place is bunk and I strongly encourage people who are considering this venue to go somewhere else unless you like to be discriminated against. *We also had an international patron with us... since his ID card was not a passport, he was allowed to come-in only if he sat in the dining section. The only seat they had was in the back corner, and he sat there alone.... this is crazy! It'd be different if I was anything else than normal and having a good time. If you are interested in having a fun time, go somewhere else.
(1)Katie H.
It's hard to pin-point why exactly I like this place - but it is a personal favorite of all the bar options on Boylston. The beer and food is inexpensive and not bad for the price - which is a major bonus. I'm also always able to snag a table in the place, whether it's for Happy Hour on a Wednesday or midnight on a Friday night. The 'decorations' also crack me up. The service is not the best when the place is really crowded but you will eventually get served.
(4)Clara L.
$1.99 pizza? Good variety of drinks? The ability to find a table for 6 people around midnight? Point for Whiskey's. The service is pretty quick, and people watching is fun. Not sure if the pizza would be as delicious before midnight, but for a buck ninety-nine, it was damn good. the only downside discovered even while pretty toasted, was the $8 shots that were consumed at the table. Really? $8 for a bit of red bull and some jager? Boo.
(3)Frank L.
First of all the 10 cent wings are small and gross, and they do not give you any celery. Second you have to sit at the bar to get them, which is small and crowded. And now they make everyone eating order a drink, which makes this deal not worth it. Just skip this place and get wings at Spikes and drinks at Roads or someplace else. Don't fill your body with junk.
(1)Jef S.
#3 on my "Top Ten List of Places to Loot and Burn in Boston When the Revolution Comes". The only good reason to come here is to sit in a corner with other cynical, angry friends and make fun of the stupid yuppies and frat boys around you. That'll entertain you for about 15 minutes and then you'll need to leave. They used to have one of those tank-and-claw games where if you could snag the lobster, they'd cook it for you for cheap. That about sums it all up.
(1)Alison W.
Two lobsters for $19? Yes please. Only in Boston, right? You could also get one for $13 but since we had a large group, it was well worth it. We even had a few more people join us a bit later in the meal but they ran out of the lobsters by then. Guess it's a popular special. I don't think it's on the menu so they might only have it on select days. Although delicious - halfway through, I was already questioning why we got them. Too much work. It's served with a cool plastic bib, special fork/pick, the pliers to crack the shell, a vat of melted butter, and a wetnap for after. Oh and fries (way too crispy/burnt) and coleslaw (ewww- don't know that many people that like it) on the side. So messy and there's only meat in the claws and legs. Dunno how you're supposed to eat anything from the body and head. Anyways someone else got pasta. And they had this deal for a pitcher and a small pizza for $13 that someone else tried. All in all, a decent and cheap meal. And the place is a bit like Applebees with all their Boston memorabilia but that's kinda the feel of Boston. There is a bouncer that checks your ID when you come in. But you can go without it if you don't drink. I don't remember him stamping you hand or anything so I have no idea how the bartender would know. Great system... The waitress recommended a special concoction that was similar to red bull and vodka. It was kinda horrible in taste but also kinda cool because they put a light-up flashing fake ice cube in it.
(4)Greenbean O.
We enjoyed the happy hour fare so much that we came back to try the dinner menu. My husband had the hot links, pork ribs, and brisket and I had the ribs and brisket. We also had the fried string beans and the chipotle bean deep for starters.While the service was excellent, the food was not satisfying. The brisket look was not tasty and should have been smoked. It had the consistency of chipped beef (ala $*%T on a shingle). The ribs were not run of the mill. My husband's hot link tasted like a grilled oscar mayer hot dog. Our impression is that while this might be a place for grabbing a drink to watch the game, it is not a great place for dinner. We have experienced real bbq as in Shack on Main in Atlanta as well as Dinosaur BBQ and Hill Country in New York where we would be happy to pay more for the eats. This was clearly a disappoinying experience.
(2)Marc B.
This place has gone downhill over the past 15 years. At best, the food is mediocre. The place could use a rehab on the inside. Very loud too. Maybe I'm just an old fart. lol
(2)Natt M.
Nasty bathrooms, food isn't that good either. Reason I'm giving additional star is because of the service
(2)T N.
the food is AWFUL. we got nachos (very bland) and mozzerella sticks (VERY SALTY). I couldn't even eat more than two. as for the drinks...we could barely taste the alcohol. and on top of that, we had to wait 45 minutes because the "bartender misplaced our order" definitely don't recommend.
(1)Jonathan C.
This is my first review. I grew up in Boston and have lived my whole life in Boston minus the 4 years I've been in college. As a result, I've been to most of the establishments in Boston. Some are great, some are bad, and yet I've never felt the need to write a review. However, after my recent experience at Whiskeys I felt a need (despite the fact i've been there numerous times before.) Let me tell you, I've been kicked out justifiably so from many a bars. However, when being approached by a bouncer midway through my first beer while sitting at a table of four, and being told I'm no longer allowed to be served, i was pretty surprised. Even more surprised, was being told to leave because i finished the remainder of the first beer that I ordered. The rest of my table, completely surprised at the outcome, asked why i was being asked to leave, they gave a shakey answer that i drank out of a bottle. so I'm curious, why at 9:15 am I asked to leave a bar after ordering my first beer? is it because I'm asian? i had zero interaction with any other person at the bar outside of the people i was with prior to that. seems shady if you ask me...bouncers on a power trip can only explain so much... by the way - this happened 30 mins ago. If i was so drunk would I be able to write this review??
(1)Scott B.
The bouncers were beautiful men; you know i have to shout out to the hottie boys... this place will go on my Man Hunt list. The service was average... drink prices standard... it was pretty packed. The walls are covered in strange nostalgia -- animal skulls, mounted fish... It's owned by the same owners as Pour House, which is one of my all time favorites... Here's a rule of thumb: If you are going to put Coors Light on SPECIAL... discount the damn price! It's NOT on special if it's the usual price.
(3)Samer A.
Wings wings wings wings. I didnt like the atomic wings though but whiskeys buffalo wings are amazinggggh. The burger was world class and the place is just perfect. I love it and i will always go when i am in boston
(4)Daniel B.
I came here just to get a beer or two. I came during St. Patrick's Day weekend so it was pretty crowded.
(3)Allan F.
Had a late lunch on a saturday afternoon. Huge menu also huge bloody marys. I ordered the spicy and it got the job done. Wife got the traditional and it was a tad toi spicy. The steak and cheese eggroll appetizer was very very tasty and recommended. The pastrami sandwich was very good. My mistake was substituting the fries with onion rings for an extra $1.50. The were greasy and soggy. Wife had a a cheese pizza and rated it a 7 on athe 1-10 scale. Bartender was obviously brand new but tried hard and his partner kept a close eye on things. All in all an ok experience. No real complaints but will not likely crave a revisit
(3)Sarah C.
Whiskey's has all my requirements for a Tuesday night: trivia, drinks, onion rings.
(3)C C.
Good wings, onion rings and pulled pork sandwich. Ample seating for weekday lunch. Can be very busy after work. Does NOT accept Amex Card.
(3)April M.
Gosh, I really don't like Whiskey's. I think if I was still freshly 21 and in college, I'd feel otherwise. But I'm not, and I don't. And so I choose to go elsewhere most nights. Whiskey's is fairly large, they do serve food (kind of bad Mexican-inspired bar food) and they do have a huge bar. Somehow, it ends up being extremely cramped every night anyways, and takes forever to get a plastic cup of some of the worst draft beer in the city. I guess it used to be a good place to start the night out and be silly, after you pre-gamed at your apartment with your friends. But I just can't stomach it anymore. Surly, insecure bouncers overly eager to shine their black light on your ID. Stale Budwesier. Drunk under-age college girls spilling their Long-Island Iced Teas all over the floor. Horny frat boys gawking at the bartender's ass. Creepy dudes who pass by a little too close after eye-f%^&ing you from the other side of the bar. Small, dirty bathrooms which you have to back in and out of. Annoyed 25 year olds waiting to order a semi-decent beer and then get the heck out of dodge, wondering, why did I come back here? (enter, me). I really don't know why I ever go back. We just seem to wind up there every now and then. One thing I will give Whiskey's is there has never, ever been a line. Hmm...I wonder why. Some places just never reach capacity, eh?
(2)Nate D.
Perhaps the only reason to go to this place is to save a few dollars, as you can get a burger and fries for like $8, which is a steal in the Back Bay. However, the problem is that the food and service are terrible, and you will need to feel like you're revisiting your questionable, sketchy, and sometimes douchey undergraduate college days as if you look under 40 and it's past 6pm, the hostess is required to scan and save your photo ID at the front door. Oh, and did I mention the food is terrible and the beer on tap (if not Bud-Light) was noticeably stale? The place is gross, folks.
(2)Amanda F.
I too, and surprised by the negative reviews. I would venture to say that this is probably one of the best places to go if you were going to head to that area of Boylston. Not only is their BBQ pulled chicken sandwich amazing, but their beer list rocks. They always have the games playing, awesome music, and their service is great. Yes, on the Saturday nights it gets flooded with college kids... but then again... what bar doesn't? Let alone, it's on Boylston street, next to Pour House, McGreeveys and all those other places... so if you don't like that crowd, the solution is simple - don't head to Boylston on a Saturday night. If you don't like being in a crowded bar... like Steve J. said... go across the street and head over to the Sel De la Terre bar, and enjoy your $12 beer there. 15 cent wings, are also amazing. You can never go wrong with 15 cent wings.
(4)Chaci C.
This is the first review I've given that is below 4 stars. If I don't like a place, or have a not so pleasant experience, I usually just leave it alone. But my experience there on Saturday evening has caused me to share my displeasure. The majority of the reason that I gave this establishment 1 star, is because I never got in. Not because it was closed. Not because it was during Boston's Watergate of 2010, but because the staff there is made up of giant tools. I'm generalizing based on 2 of the staff members that I encountered, but by reading other people's comments I see it tends to be a trend. Before I further detail my experience, let me briefly describe the type of person I am in order for you not to think my judgment was clouded by my own immaturity. I never drank until I was 21 (I know, I was the life of the party). I'm not obnoxious, belligerent, or confrontational. I've been drunk maybe twice in my life and have only gotten sick once from drinking. In general, I'm courteous, polite, and appreciative of people in service positions. It was late on Saturday evening, and 5 or 6 of us approached Whiskey's. I was last in line, and the bouncer at the front door let us all in. The place was crowded, but the line was short. I had a bottle of water with me which was rightfully taken away. I was a little bit behind the rest of the crowd. This was a little bit past midnight. I had 2 beers all night, starting at 8:30, and I was very much sober. Sober enough to prove it, speak civilly, and explain why I fumbled with my wallet. I suppose I fumbled a bit putting my license back into my wallet, as I keep both my student ID and my license in the same slot. A short (I'm short myself, so I'm not judging) HGH-enthused man approached me right away. He was very official in his 2 sizes too small t-shirt that said staff on it and his headset. He said to me, "Sorry, we can't serve you any more tonight." I responded, "Well, you haven't served my anything at all, I'm just walking in." The man with the Napoleon complex began to argue with me, never making eye contact or paying attention to the words I said. As the man tried to use polite words, his reactions were something he probably learned in TIPS certification class (which I've attended myself) but never actually addressed the things I was saying. He was relatively timid in his responses, but flexed his inflatable muscles at me to prove his self worth. I was not allowed to go in after my friends to tell them that I had not been let in. It took me a while to get in contact with them, as you can imagine the level of noise in a crowded Boston bar. I finally got a hold of my friends. All of them were completely shocked given my reputation as a sober person. They laughed a bit, but were even a bit upset at Whiskey's for having no ability to tell a drunk from a sober person. They had bought themselves drinks already, so I waited outside as they finished their drinks and the drink they bought for me. As I waited outside, I watched the bouncer let in every stumbling drunk that tried. I stood besides him and made comments comparing my soberness with the slurring words of teens with fake IDs he let in. Lance, is the bouncer's name. It's clear that Lance works under my steroid friend. Lance said, "Listen man, I can tell you're sober, but he must have seen something I didn't, so I'm sorry." Instead of Lance being a gentleman and telling hulk hogan that he made a mistake, he stood there as I waited outside for my friends. At this point, I could tell that HGH had also realized he made a mistake. Instead of being apologetic, he could not admit that he was wrong. My friends came out shortly after and found the whole situation ironic. They came storming out pointed at me saying, "You wouldn't let this kid in?! Seriously?!" Also, my friend pointed out the individual sitting at the window table literally rolling a joint. He was very animated and pointing at the man from outside. "There's a guy literally right behind you rolling a giant spliff and you will not say anything to him? You don't know that's going on?" Lance refused to turn around or acknowledge what we were saying. In filling out this review, yelp asks "Is this establishment smoking or non smoking." I was tempted to select that this establishment did allow smoking, but only of marijuana. Rules of Whiskey's -No sober fun -Illegal drugs are OK.
(1)Steph W.
Oh crap. I think I just walked into a college frat party! This place screams bro...no thank you! Maybe it is my inner-grandma but I am sort of over the whole let's go out and act like frat dudes kind of days. Forgive me. The crowd here is...young. Not that there is anything wrong w that because I was 21 once too but I'm not feeling it. The drinks are okay -- I had a strong one yesterday but it was almost TOO strong (who complains about a drink being too strong? THIS CHICK!). The prices are reasonable for Boston ($7.50 for vodka and a mixer) but I mean it is served in a plastic cup -- hence the frat party thing! Flip cup anyone? Too bad it wasn't a red solo, I would have been ready to play some flip cup or beirut. So, I am this place isn't screaming class but then again I don't think they are trying to so maybe that is fine. The waitresses tend to wear no clothing but I guess if you're a dude then you'd like that -- hey, more tips! I will say that this is a place to go if you want something really low key and crowded but that is it. And they do have Buck Hunter but their machine doesn't function properly because I played w/ a friend and it sucked. Okay now you're thinking, "No, lady it is probably that you and your friend suck at the game" -- wrong! I thought that too except then I'd pull the trigger and nothing really happened. It had like a serious delay -- maybe that is why the TV was off? I did have to turn on the TV it is hooked up to so we could play so maybe that should have been a red flag. Oops. Oh well, I sucked but it was still fun although I def think it wasn't working right (almost a fact). Then I played some golf game and that was hard. I will admit I definitely sucked at that game. So okay the games give this place 1 extra star. Go games.
(2)Robbie R.
Lookin at the slew of horrible reviews for this place, I am almost tempted to do the same. But then I remember that Yelp is full of bitter mid-30-something's grasping for a piece of their lost youth by throwing themselves into an online community that gives them some sort of a sense of power. I remember that Whiskey's is a typical Boylston bar. It gets crowded on evening's. The bartenders are chicks wearing ill-fitting clothing who, more often than not, should not be wearing ill-fitting clothing. You will find that the clientele gets drunk and obnoxious-- if you are not drunk and obnoxious along with them. Anyways, what spurred my review for this (admittedly) average bar is their ABOVE average HAPPY HOURRRR! I have eaten here before and enjoyed their 15 cent wings. I have enjoyed their half-price crappetizers. But now they've gone and taken it to another level. Now, with the purchase of an alcoholic beverage between the hours of 11 and 4:30pm, and 11 and 1:30 AM, you get a 12 inch cheese OR pepperoni pizza for 99 cents. The pizza is delicious, and the price is nuts. BOTTOM LINE: Go here expecting it to be mediocre, and you will be pleasantly surprised at how good (and reasonable) it is!
(3)Corey H.
I can't say too much about this place because I was only there for 2 drinks. I can say that I really liked the decor and the atmosphere. Lots of TVs and beers on tap. We went on a wednesday night. It wasn't very busy. There was two bartenders. Neither were very friendly. They didn't really smile or talk. That made me a little mad but it was reflected in their tip.
(3)TJ D.
Patronizing this place is akin to culinary prostitution, as you will be literally paying to get screwed. I am forced to give a minimum 1-star rating due to Yelp's system, where I want to give it a .7 stars. That rating is based on the fact that the bar is at least enclosed in a safe structure presumably up to code, and that there is oxygen available to breath. I will not be returning to this place, which is ok. With food, you need to experience the "bad" sometimes in order to really appreciate the "good". Please keep in mind as you read the following review that I pride myself on being a patient customer, with an above average ability to perceive other causes of a negative experience. To begin, the waitress (who appears to be the same blonde staff portrayed in another Yelper's review) was aloof and running around the bar area like it was a crazy night and packed to the rafters....the reality is that it was 1:30pm on a Saturday and mildly busy. Either she is inexperienced, had a bad morning, or plain old "don't give a **** because they're all tourists anyway" due to being near Newbury St. The service, being centered on this staff, suffered because of her presence. I saw several other patrons rolling their eye or becoming impatient as the barkeep floundered around. Her attitude was bad and conveyed that she doesn't know square-one about customer service. To boot, an owner-esque woman came to help the barkeep at some point and she gave off an aura being bothered to help. Either way, it didn't help the situation. Our food came late, taking a half hour for honey-buffalo wings and were cold. The waitress actually offered to put in a new order for us, and then never followed up with us to let us know. Our time was tight, so we ate the cold wings and asked to cash out. As we were leaving the new wings came out and the barkeep acted offended that we didn't want them. Well, communicate with your customers.... Really, you guys have a good location and a unique atmosphere compared to the vibe of other Newbury St. establishments. Use it. Smarten up and don't squander it. You're paying the rent on the place.
(1)Beky T.
Went to Whiskeys past weekend. Students defintely back. They have these crazy pizzas for 1.99 late night. And pichers for only 8.95. Can't beat those prices. Service was good. Not everly eager but friendly. Don't get why so much negative press
(4)Meridith H.
It smells good in here. I had the brisket sandwich, which was good, and substituted the fries for the garlic smashed potatoes, which were AMAZING. There was probably more butter & cream than there was potato, which is the way it ought to be! The chili with mac & cheese was ok; it's spicy and not overly cheesy, so go for it if that's your thing. Beer selection was decent & service was quick & attentive. This is a great place to go for a few beers & comfort food.
(4)Tyler F.
Love this place! This is one of my favorite after work hangouts. The beer is way too expensive for what it is but if you are looking for a quick bite after work, this is the place. The have 1/2 price apps and $.20 wings (used to be $.10, but inflation is a bitch). Order the honey hot wings, much better than the regular buffalo wings. Also they are very big for only $.20. I cannot comment on the waitstaff at tables because I am constantly sitting at the bar, but the girls are very good looking behind the bar and are always ready with another cold draft beer when I am ready. Keep it up Whiskeys but lower the price on your draft beer.
(4)Sam L.
I've been here on two occasions since I've moved to Boston and both times, were unplanned, but I have to say that both times I've ended my nights here have been really good! It's your typical bar: gets pretty loud and crowded, and though it is mostly the college undergrad scene, I find it to be much more tolerable than Lir (you can read that review...my god I would never go back there). It's not a great place if you want to dance, but if you're just chilling with some friends and wanna have a few drinks, this is a decent place to be. Oh and they have decent-looking bar tenders. The one looked kinda like Selena Gomez and the other looked like a mix of Jared Leto + Adam Levine...or maybe just Jake Gyllanhaal. In any case, the servers were good eye candy!
(3)Rob D.
Hit, miss, hit, hit, miss. If you like being surprised then Whiskey's is the place to go. I've had food that was amazing and a steak sandwich I almost threw out. The crowd could be young old, low key, partying or something in between. The wait staff rocks if you are lucky enough to get a table. This is a great stop for Trivia night, but I wouldn't bank my weekend night plans on it.
(3)Lauren D.
Oh wow this place! Almost gave it two stars, but than thought about why would this place deserve two... Let's just say I've been here twice and neither have been a very positive experience. 1.) The Waitstaff is not attentive, which stinks for them because the more they pay attention to us the more $$ they walk home with at the end of the night. 2.) Also about the Waitstaff, they are a little trashy, for example the women who served us had a low cut shirt showing off the tattoos all over her chest and really short shorts with slits cut up the side. If you are into eating/drinking at a place where you are served by half dressed people, this is your place. If not, beware! 3.) It took forever to get a beer when sitting at a table from the waitress, which I blame on the bartender. All around...Boooah! I would say if you were coming to this bar you would be going because you had no where else to go OR you were going for the 10 cent wings. I would never wait in line for this place and you shouldn't either!
(1)Nadia T.
Dang, yo! There's a lotta trash-talking about this bar! Such a shame 'cuz I actually really enjoy Whiskey's. Although, the difference may be that I go during the weekdays. I've never once had a problem with the bouncers. Actually, they've been the nicer ones I've encountered in Boston. And there's this one cute bartender with an accent that calls you "hun." Hehehhehehee. I'm such a girl... I probably go here maybe once every week or two to indulge in their $0.20 wing special. They're actually pretty darn good! I'd probably lick my fingers if I weren't worried about scaring off potential new friends. In short, I order 20 wings + a Blue Moon, and spend the rest of the night happy and satisfied enough to forget my mother's attempts at setting up an arranged marriage. Thanks for showing me a good time, Whiskey's.
(4)paul b.
This place as really gone down hill. I used to come once a week with a friend for several years. Returned for first time after 6 months and was very disappointed. Servers were not friendly. People across from us got in fight over rules about wings. They ran out of our favorite tequilla. The food was fair (we usually get steak salad, cheese sticks). Just stunning how bad an experience it was. Maybe new management or owner?? This long time customer will not return.
(1)Tyler C.
Decided to try this place after reading the menu and really liked food/drink selection and prices. I came here with my girlfriend and right after we walked in we knew something was wrong. The hostess just stared at us and said nothing until I spoke. I expected at least a "welcome to whiskeys." We sat down and waited at least 10 minutes for the watress to come to our table. When she finally did I asked about the 1/2 price apps. She told us we had to sit at the table near the bar to get the deal. We moved tables and proceeded to wait another 10 mins to place our order. Keep in mind we had the same waitress. We finally placed our order and waited 15 mins for our drinks to arrive after watching them sit at the bar getting warm and the foam settling. Our app finally came with stale chips and decent spin dip. The ribs brisket and pulled pork were almost inedible as you couldn't even cut the ribs with a knife and fork and the brisket was drenched in bbq sauce. So much you couldn't even taste the meat. All in all we saw the waitress one time during the meal and had to flag her down to get the check. Overall it was disappointing and wouldnt recommend this place to anyone unless you want bad food and terrible service.
(1)Samantha M.
Ugh. Why on earth was my drink like $15 and where was the alcohol in it!!??
(2)Steven C.
I adore Whiskeys! Great wings, awesomely priced burgers and good service. Had a lobster roll that could rival most high-end places. I've been going to Whiskeys for 7 years and will continue to do so.
(4)John A.
You know, women aren't decorations. Last night the bartenders at this joint were wearing jean cutoffs that were so short I could see the bottom part of their ass cheeks sticking out. A woman can be violently attractive without ass all over the place. Have some respect. This place would have gotten one star but they did have an ok selection of seasonal beers on tap. If you're a football jersey wearing, beer guzzling bro-dawg who wants to listen to top 40 hits and chase slutty undergrads, then go to Whiskeys.
(2)Gary J.
I'm only giving this place two stars because the food is ok here. The staff seems to have a poor attitude, especially the bartenders. I wanted to like this place and came back a few times hoping that maybe it was just an off night. Nope, still bad attitudes and awful service. I also witnessed the manager discipling an employee in the dining room which is unprofessional. I think the whole place needs to be overhauled. I won't be back until I see a sign on the door that says NEW OWNERSHIP, or NEW MANAGEMENT.
(2)Julie B.
My nights on Boylston Street usually include some time at Whiskeys (e.g. take a lap around Whiskeys, get a hot dog from Pour House at 1, go back to Whiskeys). I really do like this bar and it's a great place to just hang out. Don't come here if you're looking to dance, there really is just enough room to stand. The beer selection is decent and I've heard they have lots of good food deals but have yet to try.
(3)Kevin C.
New in town but been here a few times already. As noted before, their food is kind of hit or miss - their blackened chicken Caesar salad is retardedly good, but their burger wasn't inspiring. It's definitely got a strong dive bar feel, as evidenced by the dark lighting, low ceilings and very drunk clientele. Bartenders (read: women who probably weren't hired for their personalities) have always been on the ball, which means no time wasted between drinks.
(3)Karen H.
My manager took me here for lunch as a treat on my first day of work two summers ago. I was really excited to eat my sandwich... until I found a long piece of hair in it. My hair was short at the time. Yuck!!! My manager told our waitress, who was more than understanding about it and even took 50% off from the bill. A few months after that, my friends and I decided to stop by for a drink after work, against our better judgment, and we basically managed to do a loop around the bar bypassing the drunk douchebag bro dudes and girls either falling over us or trying to grab onto us, just in time to exit the place. The floor was sticky from all the beer split on it. I understand that it's going to be crowded on a Friday night on Bolyston St. where all Red Sox fans go to congregate, but I'm just not into it. I give them two stars for the waitress being proactive, but otherwise I have never gone back again.
(2)Carrie C.
We did not get to eat here. We went on a Sunday afternoon and after noticing empty tables at the front of the place we walked in. We asked to be seated at an empty table at the front so we could enjoy looking at the street. We were told no, they would have to seat us in the back as they did not have wait staff for the front? We walked out, after reading the reviews I think we got lucky!
(1)Nik B.
Don't come here unless you're already drunk (and it doesn't matter where you go because you won't remember it anyway) This place is lame. It's like the bar equivalent of Hooters (less delicious chicken wings) The only reason it got a second star is because I've seen worse (unfortunately)
(2)Chocolate E.
I was tempted to give Whiskey's 1 star but then I remember the 10cent wings and the music videos. So, up to 2 we go The thing that kills me about Whiskey's is the layout. Why does the central bar take up 80% of the place? There is essentially no room to walk around it when the place is packed. Its as if the person who designed the place assumed no one would actually come so might as well give the bartenders as much room as possible Also, the place is kind of gross. I think the whole place needs a nice bleach rub down! The 2 (almost) pros that I mentioned before are the 10cent wings served in the bar area and the music videos. The wings are pretty good and for 10cents its a good value. Unfortunately, the deal doesn't work if you're seated at a proper table. The music videos crack me up. When was the last time you watched consecutive music videos? They mix it up with old school tunes so you're able to do the "oh my god remember this song/video?!?" Whiskey's is OK for after work or for a pre-sox game drink... but I would never, ever go here on a Friday or Saturday night
(2)Damien S.
Lotta lotta lotta hatin' goin up in this piece. Yeah, it can easily be taken as your run-of-the-mill meat market, but can't any hot spot in the Bay? Frat packers in shorts and Ts or elitists in sharp collars and tailored jackets, it's easy to pick out the "goal oriented" bar hoppers. Whatevs dawg. This jam be straight chillin wit cheap azz buhrsss and da bomb wings for what 5 for fitty? Gangsta. Where they can afford to be assholes, the servers and bartenders are super cool. Kate remembered my name last night and I hadn't been for 3 weeks. The place was packed as Friday nights go and yet she never let my cup empty. Kudos Kate. Judge the people if you must but the vibe is low key and laid back. Cheap, delish wings are spot on. Half the TVs play the game, the others spin what MTV used to (Which popular artist has a video resembling a morphing Rorschach inkblot? Hmm. Never knew.) You're a wiener if you don't hit up Whiskey's at least once.
(4)Stephanie F.
I came here for both for the purposes of eating and drinking at the bar (both were separate occasions). First of all, as a bar, it's your regular "oh it smells like vomit from the night before / they probably spilled so much beer at this place that the odors of the beer are constantly vaporizing in the air of the restaurant." They have a selection of BBQ type food, and their fries are starchy. Like Burger King's.
(1)Erin O.
Great everyday bar. A little bit of everyone shows up here, and the menu is pretty standard, everything I've eaten is great! They also sell my favorite burger here, mmm. Definitely gets crowded on weekends, but what decent bar on boylston doesn't? No complaints.
(4)Morris W.
WARNING: If you go into Whiskeys drunk, you will most likely be hungover by the time you fight through crowd to get your beer.
(1)Miika M.
What could be a more better trip than being deposited in the depths of Boston during the most exciting round of MLB yet? My friends had just finished taking me out to Walden Pond and due to the rather long walk around the perimeter of the pond/lake, we had built up an appetite. As we walked around, a sudden dash of rain and massive wind hurled us into the nearest church where we found another group of people huddled away from the turn of elemental events. Fire and Ice had an hour wait plus I was not really looking forward to a buffet since I've been doing nothing but eating horribly my entire stay here so I actually was looking for a salad. In addition, they had overbooked my flight so I was stuck in MA until Monday (I refused to waste a Sunday on standby) so the boys took me to Whiskey's for a quick bite and Steve was looking for a burrito place. First off, since it is a bar, they verified my old bag age by looking at my id. And the blast of sound and hot air hit me in the stomach. It was loud. And the crowd here was mixed in a pleasing way. A bunch of financial suits lined one end of the bar in their dark navy and bright yellow ties. On the other end, were a bunch of Red Sox fans becoming boisterous in their jeans and sweaters. Seated throughout the banquettes, were families and random people escaping the sudden downpour. Our waiter showed up in a funky wig full of black ringlets and a boxing outfit. I tried hard not to laugh, even though I was on a call trying to obtain reservations at the local Holiday Inn Express for the night. $250. ??? For a Holiday Inn?? Forget about it. I ordered a Midori sour, which appeared in the form of a half pint. Sweet yet potent. And I probably was dehydrated, since I downed the first half within a span of a few minutes. Bad bad. Since I was craving a salad, I ordered the dinner Caesar salad, priced around $8.50. My Midori was $6.00. The salad was a good sized portion, with a good Caesar dressing. I ate the entire thing and left the croutons circling the rim of the plate. We left, feeling a bit warmer and I was on the line with CSAA attempting to obtain a better quote in terms of reservations. I was not inclined to paying $350 for a room at Club Quarters and I just finished telling the representative that the weather was terrible. "Not terrible. You are suppose to say 'wicked'," she laughed. Got it. The weather was wicked. I love Boston.
(3)Alex S.
grumble. grumble. Another Boston bar in a permanent state of identity crisis that tries to be so many things and ends up being sub par at everything. They have a huge bar which takes up the whole place so there really isn't any where to stand around the bar. There are lots of tables but you have to order from a waitress at the tables but its really loud so its not a place that you would sit down and have a dinner, more of just a drinks and appatizers place. But the loud music kinda goes to waste cause you cant dance or really do anything cause of the limited space. There are TVs but they are small and awkwardly placed. They try to be one of those places that makes the waitresses and bar tenders dress really slutty but cant pull it off since some of them aren't really that attractive. The appetizers and wings are really cheap which is good but it isn't a place you go and are like "Wow that was fun" more of a place that you go and if you are lucky you say "Eh that was ok"
(2)Madoka K.
On a freezing, windy January night, my boyfriend and I shivered into Whiskey's out of pure desperation. If pure desperation and hunger are your only motivating factors, then sure, you'll be fed, but it's not going to be amazing. My complaints are the usual. For one, very poor interior design. Tiny tables, cluttered with objects, not enough space to move around when it's crowded. Oh, and it was crowded. The table directly behind us decided they needed a five foot radius to themselves in all directions for their horde of friends to stand, drink beers, and glower at us, and that included our table. So we requested our server to move us to a booth, and the group promptly snatched our table and attached it to theirs. Way to be subtle, guys. The service was a bit scarce, but it was pretty busy in there. The waitresses, host, and doorman I dealt with were all very pleasant though. Unfortunately, one waitress, who was not ours, had a very bad case of cellulite and decided the best course of action was to wear short-shorts. As for the food, the french fries are extremely dry. My boyfriend's burger and loaded baked potato were sub-par. I ordered the three meat combo. They mean that quite literally. I ordered it with the hot links, St. Louis ribs, and bbq chicken. I literally received one hot link, one chicken breast, and one rib. Very stingy. The ribs were tastily flavored, but very fatty and the chicken had a strange taste. For dessert I was excited to see they serve a Kahlua and brownie sundae, unfortunately it too was sub-par, it was encrusted in stale nuts, completely overpowering any other flavor it may have had. On the plus side, the trivia game they host sounded very fun, and I appreciated the loud music and music videos on all the screens. Overall, I'd come back to socialize or drink and meet up with people, but never for the food! Never again.
(2)Tim B.
They don't have no pizzas.
(1)Sean S.
I love this place, the atmosphere is great, good amount of decent looking girls, interesting guys to talk to, and $2 whole pizzas after 11 PM, and the pizza is actually decent. Friendly bouncers and bartenders. But some of the food is kind of nasty, and they cut me off one time when I wasn't even that drunk. They cut me off by bringing me a box, so not only did they make me stop drinking, they forced me to box up my food and leave. They did tell me they hoped I came back again though, so I'll give them 4 stars, although I'm not sure if they deserve 3 or 4.
(4)Amanda W.
In ascending order: -Number of stars in review -Number of rude, awkwardly-scantily clad bartenders claiming the extra 5 feet around their gargantuan bar as even more of their space and ordering you to move -Number of times I've tried to learn Buck Hunter just to escape from reality -Number of drunk girls dressed in cleavagey or distractingly glittery ensembles with tp attached to their high heels about to throw up in the grimy downstairs bathroom -Number of guido fights I've seen occur at the entrance
(2)Steve F.
In defense of some of these negative reviews I'm reading...plain and simple...this isn't a sit down family restaurant. Neither was the bar before it 15+ years ago..."Hunter's" (their food sucked...all of it). Whiskey's claim to fame is the (now) 15 cent wings (last I checked from 11am-11pm?...at or around the bar). When I'm famished, I can usually eat 30 (@ $4.50, not bad). I suggest getting the buffalo sauce on the side, that way you can dip and adjust your lip/ burn ratio. Gotta love the iron hot plate pedestal they're served on and the big roll of paper towels and bone bucket that's plopped right in front of you, too. Get there before the after work crowd and you'll have ample seating and elbow room at the bar. This is a place with something like 20 drafts on tap and is usually packed Wed - Sat nights. So if you're someone that thinks this is a place to bring prospective in-laws for dinner...learn THIS town or go back to Connecticut you Weirdo, this is a DRINKING restaurant ! You're probably one of those "new to Boston" settlers that thinks Southie and the South End are the same place.
(4)Caroline B.
I feel bad that this place has gotten so many poor reviews. I went the other weekend to watch the World Cup and really can't say enough good things about Whiskey's. We went for lunch, so I got the El Paso Chicken Salad in an attempt to be "good", and my friend ended up with the Pulled Pork Sandwich. We did, however, end up ordering some Mozz sticks to start and by the end of the game (R.I.P. Team USA), we threw caution to the wind and ordered the Kahlua Brownie Sundae. So, how was the food? It was exactly what I expected it would be, in the best way. The mozzarella sticks were tantalizingly breaded, hot, with a yummy marinara sauce. The salad was spicy and the chicken was well cooked. The pulled pork sammy came with a side of cole slaw (a pairing that ranks up there with PB&J, grilled cheese and tomato soup, and bacon and eggs), which, according to him, was fantastic. (He scarfed it down in about 3 minutes, thus preventing me from taking a bite for myself. It's okay, I trust his judgment.) But the real star here is the brownie sundae. I ordered it thinking it'd be your run-of-the-mill mediocre pub dessert meant to be consumed only after several rounds of brew. NOT THE CASE AT WHISKEY'S. The sundae came out in an enormous goblet, overflowing with whipped cream and a little cherry on top shining like a beacon in the night. I ordered mine without nuts, but I imagine that typically the mountain of cream is doused in them, so order accordingly. The sundae is layered such that the brownie sits at the bottom, retaining its warm gooeyness while the generous heap of ice cream melts into it. The tower of whipped cream is just a bonus. You have to dig into it, and it may get messy, but let me tell you this dessert is DIVINE. So divine that I ended up devouring it almost entirely by myself. At 2pm. There are no excuses...except that it was absolutely and totally worth it. Other key points: our waitress was fantastic, the bar scene was hoppin', and the drinks were pretty tasty. I like you, Whiskey's. I like you a lot.
(5)Pauleena M.
Love the wings! food is cheap and good. I love going here for drinks and appetizers. Definitely recommend this place.
(4)Jill I.
My hot husband and I came here with out-of-town friends the Saturday before St. Patty's... we met up with a large group of other friends and I would say there were 12 - 20 people in our group at all times. We arrived around 1:30 or 2:00. I got a Blue Moon and Pistol Pete (my better half) got a Guiness and we started socializing. The bar itself was bar-ish ... nothing you haven't seen before. It was kinda crowded, being a big drinking weekend, but it wasn't wall to wall people and there was definitely room to move around. The bartenders provide plenty of T & A for the gentleman (or ladies) who are into that sort of thing... One beer turned into four and with the help of one shot of Jameson, we were feeling good and having fun. Though, when Pete's buddy asked for four car bombs (a shot of Baileys dropped into half a glass of Guiness and chugged quickly), we were told that they don't serve them because they are a "real Irish bar." Ummm...ok...whatever. We did decide to order some apps at that point and we got the steak quesadilla and some wings... the wings were good and the quesadilla was surprisingly tasty, and quite large. Anyways -- Double P and I went outside for a menthol treat and as we were walking out, I let the bouncer know we were heading out for a smoke and he acknowledged me and said, "Cool." Five minutes later, we were walking back in when the bouncer asked to see our ids... we got them out and handed them to him, only to be told that he "couldn't let us back in." I kind of laughed because I thought he was joking... he wasn't. He told us we were too intoxicated to enter the bar and that we were stumbling... I started arguing a bit and in an attempt to lighten him up, I said, "This is not me drunk. I get WAY more wasted than this." He said that he had already asked us to leave once and that if we didn't go immediately, he would call the police. The dude wouldn't even let us go in to close our tab... he had someone bring the cc slip over to us to sign. PS it was 4:15 at this point.... we had been there just over two hours -- so I averaged two beers and half a shot per hour, plus the food. Yeah. Totally inebriated. Give me a break, Whiskey's... here is why I will never enter your establishment again... A. It's St. Patty's weekend. You are going to see way worse drunks than a 30 year old married couple hanging out with other 30 year old couples. B. Our buddy who we met there had been drinking since 8am. Seriously. He set his alarm to wake up and drink. He couldn't form sentences but he wasn't asked to leave. Way to be accurately discerning, Bouncer. C. You are not a hotspot or even that cool of a place. And, this is Boston. I think I can find a million more Irish bars who don't call themselves "real Irish bars," it is just understood. Get over yourself.
(1)Amanda J.
So I went back the other day... and I need to lower my review ASAP. A friend and I went for burgers at lunch and waited nearly 40 minutes between ordering and getting the food. For burgers? Come on! Not to mention they were overcooked! I ordered medium rare, my friend ordered medium and they were both well, well done! Gross! Not to mention the fact that she never offered refills on drinks, didn't even check in on us and took forever to get the check after we asked. Sorry, but you're not getting a good tip after that...
(2)Tom D.
I took my dad, my brother, and his girlfriend here before heading to Fenway for a Red Sox game recently. My brother and the lady suggested Fire and Ice, but they go there every time they're in Boston (go ahead, make fun of the country folk who think Fire and Ice is fancy if you must), so I browbeat them into trying someplace different. My father perked up at the mention of barbecue, so we went to Whiskey's. Parts of my time here were ok, other parts, not so good, all adding up to an experience worthy of "meh". We arrived to a nearly empty restaurant for an early dinner/late lunch and were greeted first by a large pirate statue and then by a chickie-poo hostess who brought us to our table. It was very hot in the restaurant and the wooden booth was exceedingly uncomfortable. I will say, however, that the hostess did warn us that it would be rather warm by the windows, but we chose to ignore her advice and sit there anyways. Whoops! Our waitress was very nice, and dealt very well with my dad's brand of flirtatious banter. Service was definitely the highlight of this meal. Beverages were ordered and delivered quickly. I mean, there was no one else here, so if we had to wait a long time that would have been an automatic 1 star. My father was disappointed that the apple martinis are served with a cherry and not with a thin slice of of green apple floating in it. No, my father is not gay, he's just particular about his apple martinis, so he had a beer instead. My margarita was ok, but kind of watery. The food was pretty disappointing. They must use nasty frozen patties for their burgers because the greasy slab of meat they called a burger was this shade of gray all the way through, despite having ordered it medium. Also, I'm all for big burgers, but I actually had to bust out a fork and knife to eat mine it was such a sloppy mess. I tried a bit of someone's pulled pork and that seemd ok. The spinach dip appetizer was actually pretty decent, but damn, Whiskey's, you sure are stingy with it. That was a tiny bowl of dip to be shared among four people. My apologies to my family members for bringing them to such a mediocre place on a rare trip into Boston. To my brother, next time, I promise I'll listen to you and we'll go where you want, even if that is just Fire and Ice.
(2)Elle W.
I've only been here for brunch. The brunch is delicious! And very inexpensive. I love the atmosphere for brunch, great 80's and 90's music, fast service, and very quiet. I've tried the pricier places in back bay, and for the most part I'm unimpressed. I've been to brunch at Whiskey's about 3 or 4 times now, and I can't believe that nobody seems to know about this place. Great breakfast! I'm going back next weekend!
(5)Narissa S.
I've been here once before on a Saturday night, had the pizza and soda combo, however I'm not going to rate my experience off of Saturday night with alcohol in my system. I recently went on a Wednesday night. My wings were great , the convo I had with my colleagues was amazing but what really spoiled my appetite was the mouse scurrying around the area of the booths. 1 star rating more than likely wont be going back. They need to take care of the pest control!
(1)Joanna L.
Good place for meeting friends, doing shots, or bar specials. Food is super cheap, especially if you do the bar menu specials - but you get what you pay for. Not much better than a regular chain restaurant, but packs a bunch of young people and rowdy, fun atmosphere.
(2)Bill M.
Food was great, prices quite reasonable, but the service was not so good. We went twice on this trip to Boston, figuring the first server was new to the profession. She got some of the order wrong trying to do it by memory. The second time the server was far more concerned with flirting with some other customers than taking care of us. She blamed the kitchen for losing our appetizer order, brought out the entrees stone cold, then the appetizer and had to be reminded about the salads. The manager was kind enough redo the meals and to comp the whole meal after hearing how messed up it was.
(2)Lauren V.
This is probably my least favorite bar on Boylston. The service is slow if you are sitting and you will probably have to chase or stare down the waitress for the check. Minus one star. If you are standing and it is a weekend night you most likely can barely move it gets so cramped. Personally I hate being touched and the full-on contact with strangers as I try to sip a beer is not my idea of a good time. Minus one star for making drinking at the bar a full contact sport. Since you are so crammed in, getting to the bar is also tough. And once you are up there, getting the bartender's attention is about as likely as winning the lotto. Minus another star for making it so difficult to get a beer. If you do get a beer (and mind you, you are doing well at this point) chances are you will stop to block out the world and take a sip. That's when you will hear the trash playing on the speakers? She's my cherry pie? Awww..hell no. Minus yet another star for accosting my ears. So basically if you endeavor to be a teetotaling sardine, Whiskey's is your place. If not, go elsewhere.
(2)Elaine M.
I'm surprised how abysmal the ratings are for this place... but then again, I don't really go here for the night life. Actually, the only thing I go here for is the 10 cent wing special (I think it's Sun-Thurs before 11pm, Fri-Sat before 6pm... or something like that), and that, in itself, is quite awesome. Not only are these 10 cent wings ridiculously cheap, but they're actually pretty tasty. FYI, if you or someone in your party is out-of-state, be prepared to show a credit card as a second form of ID. My boyfriend showed his military photo ID as his second form of ID, and they wouldn't even take that -- they insisted it had to be a credit card. Strange rules, I tell ya.
(3)Alan W.
Not a bad place decent drinks and good vibe. I mainly come here when I'm with people from work because it's close to the convention center and an easy walk.
(3)Doug W.
Ehhh. It's a last resort kind of bar. The food isn't particularly good, the layout of the place is terrible, the staff is very hit or miss depending on who you get (in fairness, some of the spotty service is due to the layout), the bathrooms are miserable, and the crowd can be extremely annoying. It always feels like a glorified Hooters to me. Basically the only real thing that this place has going for it is the fact that it stays open until 2:00 and you can usually show up at 1:00 without having to deal with a line. With that said, you're MUCH better off going to either the Pour House or Solas- the Pour House will still serve you food up until 1:30, and Solas always seems like it serves drinks right up until 2:00 on the dot.
(2)Tom E.
Who was Whiskey? Why does he own a place selling tex-mex crap and beer? Does anyone actually come here for the Whiskey? (btw.. whiskey is the Irish spelling, whisky is the Scottish one). I came here for the steak. Mistake. Big, fat, stuck in my belly making feel unwell mistake. I should've known not to trust my steak-loving friend when he ordered his medium-well done. It wasn't good, it certainly wasn't cheap and the place is full of dicks. Maybe that's why the staff were so surly too. It was Saturday night so I had to declare two forms of ID to be let in and was given the full "dick we're watching you" look from the doorman. Who was a dick. ----------------------- So, this is a pretty scathing review - can I be at least constructive? Well, you could change the menu, sack the chef, lower the prices and portion sizes, serve better beers than Bud light, cut down on the OTT security, change the decor, cheer-up the waitresses, turn the volume down on the TVs, put buck hunter into a corner away from the dining, and buy better beef. But why bother? You are probably doing very well just now. I'm just not your target audience.
(1)Shelly A.
$2.50 apps from 4-7 M-F. These are really generous portions, too. Awesome nachos, mozzarella sticks, pig skins... fresh and yummy too. All cooked to order, rather than being premade and tossed in the microwave. It's pretty loud in here and gets warm because of the large crowds.
(4)Matthew K.
I only remember some of my time at Whiskeys. However, what I do remember was the drinks were good. That being said, the food certainly was not. I am not one to be picky about food, but cold food is bad food, sorry. Also, the bathroom wasn't clean, but I am not sure I really expected a clean bathroom in a bar.. haha Would I go back? Not my immediate choice, but I am sure i will at some point. The fact that its close to the convention center is a big draw to the group that I went with.
(3)Maria S.
Why this was rated as Boston's #1 Bar by Maxim magazine to this day puzzles me. It's sweaty, gross, and smelly. The crowd is as unattractive as it gets and mostly college students. I have been here at most twice (obviously not memorable). The food I think was decent, but nothing special. They do have wing specials which might be its saving grace, but since I'm not much into wings, that does nothing for me. I think I'm being very generous by giving it 2 stars. The place earned one, and the entertaining homeless guys that hang around the vicinity the other.
(2)Natasha A.
Great place to spend a weekend night drinking away. The place gets very packed, the music is just the right volume. Boylston street in general is very condusive to bar hopping as there are no covers. Whiskeys is definitely a staple and often the place where we end up staying for the entire night. Let the spirits flow!
(4)Jason O.
Horrible experience. Food takes forever and it's not even good.
(1)Fiat V.
Ok, I came here on a date and I ordered the Steak Tips. THE BEST STEAK TIPS TO HAVE!!!! That's what I ordered now. $11 for nice rare steak tips? You can't get that anywhere else!!! Service: Nice and friendly... super attentive and really worked well because my date had food allergy. Super accommodating! Food: I ALWAYS get the steak tips! Great price. Cost: (See Above) hint.. hint... I love beef! Ambiance: Loud towards the end of the night. A fun crowd with friends to go drinking and ample space if you want food and drinks. I'm a fan. Period!
(4)Tristan B.
Hey hot-shot, it's Friday night, are you in college (or want chicks that still are)? Do you wanna talk about the Sawx, drink bud light out of bottle cans, wear a white hat, get bizzay with hotties to the latest Jam'n 94.5 hits? If so, this place is for you! Totally not my scene, but somehow more tolerable than Daisy Buchanan's or the Foggy Goggle. Cheap booze, funny people, but it's typical meat market stuff later on.
(2)Kitty C.
went for the half-price deal at the bar recently. there were a lot of rules around the half-price apps and the wings deal, I just couldn't keep up. and they weren't posted anywhere either, so everything was just a surprise. the service was ok. drinks came quick but the tiny bar table we HAD to sit at was packed full and the empties were just hanging around for a while the beers on tap were all GROSS, like the lines hadn't been cleaned in a while. stick with the limited selection of bottles. the place is still sticky - tables, bathrooms, chairs, ugh EDITED TO ADD: The buck hunter game is all F'd up. don't waste your money
(2)Matt E.
Your typical Boylston bar grub beer hole. Except its just boring. Their menu is boring, burgers, chicken, things with bbq sauce on them. They could have done something ANYTHING to make them a tad different. I'm not looking for amazement here, I realize they aren't trying for that but a little effort. And the prices aren't that low for what you're getting. The interior is nothing special. Both times I've been there the waitress has sat us down only for another waitress to ask us to move 5 minutes later. It's simply disorganized. Their beer menu isn't that cheap and offers nothing aside from Bud, Sam, Harpoon. They had a small craft beer from Wisconsin called LeininKugel's which is about the only redeeming thing about the place.
(1)Mark I.
This rating is primarily for the wings. I had been here years ago for a few drinks and had seen their wings and they looked delicious. I finally was able to eat some of those wings this past weekend and they were great. Some of the best in boston, the hype is real. The rest of my food and drinks were good. Nothing super great about them, but nothing bad. A solid meal. Nice relaxed bar atmosphere with fun videos on the screens, kinda reminded me of clarks. My only issue with the wings was that they did not have a variety of heats. It was a good solid heat, but I like the opportunity to order them hotter or milder if I want. For all those negative reviews, go during a time when it is not so crowded, relax, and enjoy some really good wings.
(4)David T.
Ya.... NOT SO MUCH. definitely never coming back to this place. There is no room, crappy music, too much of a restaurant/bar combo that you get lost and overcrowded. The bartenders are idiots that were hired neither for their mixocology nor their looks. Yes, I went there. If you're gonna put someone behind the bar that doesn't know how to make a tokyo tea or an adios, they better at least look pretty enough for me to overlook their lack of any sort of skill. mind you, they had some kick-ass long islands there. but the overall combo of shitty bathroom, shitty service, really expensive drinks, lack of space, lack of skill behind the bar, and being full of pimply-faced college freshmen using their first fake... not ever again. and having happy hour from 11am-4pm?! are you frikkin KIDDING me? if you want to waste the time coming here, come here during the day for a meal or something.
(1)Geoffrey M.
Man, when the Red Sox are in the playoffs, and they are about two games from making the World Series, this is the place. It's one of the establishments that make you realize why Boston sports are so exciting to watch in Boston. Decent beer selection and a good food selection. Not only is this place a great night spot, but you can pop in for a great lunch as well. The service is excellent, even when it's packed to the gills so you shouldn't expect a problem. Be mindful, as Boston is a college town, lots of people are out on a Friday and Saturday night and the place gets packed, people get drunk, and things can get rowdy. I've witnessed a few scuffles while a student in Boston, but it always makes for a good time as long as you're not involved. All in all, I like this place a lot. If you're gonna watch the Sox, or just about any NFL team on gameday, you can expect you'll be able to get it on one of their many TVs if you want it. Enjoy!
(4)Emily F.
I've only been here to drink. Overcrowded loud sweaty nastiness. Undergrad assholes & those late 20's-30-something year olds still lurking around college girls dominate this place at night. If you want to get trashed and be around a lot of other sloppy drunks (which, lets face it, is sometimes what you want/need), this might just be your bar. **EDIT: It's much more tolerable around the 7-9pm range, you know, when people aren't there. Seems to draw the after-work crowd. Still, the girl's in short shorts working the bar weren't particularly attentive and their drinks were kinda weak.
(2)Jason F.
the good... the wings are really good, and 15 cents at the bar.. i ordered 10, and they gave me 13 or 14... the bad... they brought out the wings and the appetizers after they had been done cooking for some time, so they were lukewarm... and we didn't see out waitress at all for about 40 minutes. but overall, decent food for really cheap, can't really complain about that!
(3)JAMES E.
Love Whiskey's!! Every time I'm there the service is AMAZING! And I'm from the south (Mississippi) and this is about as close as you can get to good BBQ without doing it yourself. Love this place. Love the staff. This place would make anyone feel like they are born and raised here.. you never fill like a outsider at this bar. Love it!
(4)Pinky T.
I consider myself a nacho connoisseur, and the nachos here just weren't up to par. They used to have amazing buffalo chicken nachos, but they took if off of the menu. The chicken they use now tastes really sweet and ruins the whole 'cheesy greasy awesome' vibe that the nachos had going for them before. I won't go here late and night anymore, it's filled with your typical frat guy college kid, people get way too drunk and you can't even get to the bar. I'd probably go back for lunch since they had a huge BBQ menu filled with good stuff and great bar food that looked great, but overall the place is just not my speed.
(2)Christina K.
This place can be obnoxious at night- agreed. But on a Sunday afternoon I got a pretty decent lobster for $9.95 that came with fries and coleslaw. Yes, I'm a fan of that.
(4)D S.
It is what it is: a good bar for socializing/getting shitty on Boylston. The food is so-so, as are the drinks, staff, and the general company you'll find here.
(3)Susan D.
Five stars for the after-work crowd because it's a) not crowded at 5:30pm b) you can hear yourself think & speak c) great $2.50 appetizer specials from Sun-Thurs until 6ish d) 10 cent wings!!!! (on above days, 4ish-11pm) One star for a) carding at the door so early in the day b) not too attractive crowd into the evening I split the rating in half.
(3)Jorge G.
one of my favorite places after work. cheap wings and app specials are good. the bartenders, bouncers, and staff are always nice. the cheapest beer should be cheaper. you won't find a steal on drinks but they are all reasonably priced.
(4)Madeline C.
Foods alright - Cocktail list is decent. Halfprice apps during Happy Hour is a good deal. If your headed out on a Friday or Saturday I don't recomend this place because it gets so packed it can take 30 minutes to get a drink. If you go here for dinner i recommended the BBQ everything else is just bar food made poorly.
(3)Wanda M.
Security tried to get us to go somewhere else when we walked in. Said we would have better luck somewhere else if we were looking to order off the menu. Should have listened to him. Baked potato was cold. Bloody Mary was like drinking tomato soup. Fish and chips were only saved by the delicious tartar sauce. Really loud, not easy to hear the person sitting next to you.
(2)Sergio M.
I'm only giving 3 starts because they have a really good promotion for chicken wings at 10 cents per wing during off peak times but I had a very bad experience a couple months ago when I went in the restroom. I saw the dirtiest bathroom I've ever been to. It's worse than a gas station restroom in a forgotten town in Mexico. The floor is sticky and dirty. The tables at sticky as well some times. The food is not bad and the service isn't bad either. Good place to drink beer and watch sports.
(3)Dianne M.
This is always a stop on an afternoon of bar hopping in the Back Bay. Try the hot wings on certain days they are very cheap and good
(3)Thuy Tien L.
Ew. Boston's decent bars are generally either sketchy but cheap and ridiculously fun for the college crowd or really trendy and overpriced for the local yuppies (which could include college students...). Whiskey's is neither. It's just... kinda gross. Free tortilla chips if you're drinking after 11. Something about serving food with all the liquor.
(1)Jahan M.
I went for the cheap wings, but they were toothpicks, and the booze was crazy over priced. People seem to like the place though, it's usually busy whenever i go. Save you cash for something cheaper and tastier.
(2)Edward T.
Pretty much everything hat I was going to say about this place has been said.... just wanted add one more thing. There was some crazy nun-like waitress going around and cutting people off. She even "cut off" someone that wasn't drinking alcohol. Last call at 1:30???? very interesting. only gave it 2 stars because they serve alcohol..... sometimes.
(2)wsl l.
I agree with Katia M. "This is a bar that I should probably hate - but I dont." Its a great place to chill after work -(earlier in the week) with friends and have a few beers and .. yes.. their .10 wings night. They play music videos for the cable deprived and they used to have that game machine that was stupidly addictive and fun.. BRING that BACK!! In short, stick with your friends and dont expect great service. Eat your wings, drink your beer and dont talk to the strangers!
(3)A M.
First thing that comes to mind is .....are you f-in kidding me?????? What a joke this place is. I went there to catch the Pats game thinking great place to watch a game....right? WRONG!!!! We walked in and stood at the door for about 5 minutes wondering where to sit. I'm still not sure if it is a seat yourself establishment as there was no sign indicating such. We decided to grab a bar table. We proceeded to sit there for another ten minutes with no acknowledgment whatsoever. There were at least 3 servers standing around and not one came over to the table. Hello.....don't you work on TIPS??? Finally, as one was walking by I asked her if we could order some drinks and food. Apparently the bartenders are responsible for the bar tables and they are too busy to come over so she told us to go to the bar to order. No problem. I ordered the nachos and was asked for my credit card to hold the tab. I couldn't help but asked the bartender if the nachos would be delivered or would I have to pick them up! The nachos were in fact delivered and never once were we acknowledged after that.....not for drinks, to ask how things were, NOTHING. Believe me I wasn't looking for 5 star service but c'mon.
(1)Mathieu B.
We get in, we needed a place to get a cheap lunch. We ask if they got a beer-menu. They don't So the girl tells us all the beer they got without posing between each beer. SamIPAUFOCoorsLightBudLightBudweiser...I hardly joke and say: If I was slightly an asshole i'd ask you to repeat. Which all my friend found funny 'cause them too hardly understood anything with the jukebox music and the crowd speaking as loud as possible. In Montreal we got some places like that called La Cage aux sports (it's a franchise) which is a family version for kids too. The difference is that it's cheaper, crowded with adults but still feels like a place for teenagers. I just knew this was the kind of place annoys me more then gives me little fun.
(2)Lanoi P.
yet another standard boylston bar with the usual mixture of suits, college kids, and lazy back bay residents. 10...wait wait 15 CENTS wings are deliciously bad for you. I will like to note however the difference good service makes, don't know her name but there was one bartender who despite dealing with drunks all day long manages to keep a smile on her face. hell it was weird to even see a bartender smile and say a simple "sure definitely!" ooohhh be still my weak jaded Boston heart. sometimes all it takes is some good service!
(3)Mihir P.
This place USED to be good - in my day. Very good drinks, friendly staff, decent food (especially the spicy calamari), cool crowd and a clean space. I enjoyed my first post 21 years here but now I don't know what happened. I can try to figure it out though. They renovated the place in the late 90's and put the bar in the center of the room and somehow everything else went down hill. Sticky floors and bar, dirty and sticky glasses for your drinks, bartender putting his fingers in your shots to pass them to you. This obviously upset the customers and then the staff since no one seems to give a shit anymore - hosts, bartenders, waitstaff etc. And of course customers still tip for the fear of not getting served or stared down. The only reason I gave this place two stars is that I am in hopes that someday Whiskey's will clean up its act - pun intended.
(2)Ryan D.
I just got back from Whiskey's for dinner and, to be honest, it wasn't a very good experience. Doesn't explain why I'm giving the place four stars, does it? Well, anyone who follows me on FourSquare knows that I spend at least 2 nights a week supping at Whiskeys. Yes, I usually order the same 5 or 6 items, and I've never bothered ordering anything other than Blue Moon to drink - except the one time they had Pumpkinhead around Halloween last year - but I'm rarely disappointed. The waitresses probably recognize my father and I by now, and i'm fairly on a first-name basis with the doormen, but I can't say I'm upset about that. The chances that my dad and I get better service than some other clientele might be pretty high due in part to the facts that a) we always tip well and b) 49 times out of 50, we're waited on by cute girls who are just trying to improve their keep for the night. This is par for the course. Whiskey's employs almost entirely women, and depending on when you go, they may or may not be appropriately dressed (tonight, they were; Friday night at 11, they won't be). The only reason tonight wasn't great was because there was a large party hooting and hollering and making general fools of themselves, taking up the attention of the wait staff and really cramping the atmosphere - I appreciate a monday night party as much as the next grad student, but when everyone in your group of 30 is laced at 6 on that monday night, you don't have a party, you have a group of AAs in training. Anyhow, as with any restaurant, large parties showing up unannounced slow the service down. It happens. It's not a big deal. They slow the kitchen down. It happens, it's not a big deal. They might even cause some of the kegs to need changing. Again, it happens. Nothing that happened tonight was particularly poorly-done, it just didn't click the way it usually does. No big, I just decided now would be a good time to tell the world about it. If you're looking for beer, the selection at Whiskey's is solid, draft or bottles. If you're looking for margaritas, this is one of many right places along Boylston street. I will admit that the Red Bulls and Grey Goose are a little pricey, but if you're ordering something that top-shelf, you deserve to pay a lot for it - it's the treasury's way of teaching you a lesson. If you're looking for quality bar food, there's no reason to look elsewhere. Fried, Starched, BBQed, Salted, Cheesy, Spicy, name it, they've got it. The nachos are particularly good, and the pulled pork sandwich - they do pride themselves on their BBQ, after all - is pork perfected. The Steak tips are another signature item, but don't be distracted by the more mealy items. From 4-7 during the week, they have half-price appetizers at the bar. Take advantage of this. And don't stop. From 10-1 Sunday through Wednesday, they have 99 cent 12-inch pizzas with the purchase of an alcoholic drink. You might think a 99 cent pizza late at night wouldn't be that good - you're wrong. It's absolutely delicious, and it's a shame they don't serve it in the dining room during normal mealtime hours. I digress. There are a lot of good things about Whiskey's, and its atmosphere on the weekends and during Sox and Celtics games is great. The staff is always friendly. The food is always tasty, if imperfectly done. The beer is always cold. The TVs always have a great game or great music blaring from them, and there isn't a seat in the house where you can't see them. And if you don't agree with me, step around the block to Daisy Buchanan's on Newbury Street. It won't take long for you to see what you're missing.
(4)Kathleen A.
I always have a great time here, drinking a beer or two or three and eating 15 cent wings! I've tried the buffalo chicken quesadilla too and it was pretty good. Very chill place, fun crowd..great for watching sports games.
(4)Erica D.
I don't know what our servers problem was. We came in for a birthday party / patriots game. She nagged us 4 times about ordering food when we told her each time that we DEFINITELY WERE going to be ordering we just needed a minute to look at the menu. She was a rude, miserable little thing that ignored us, then baggered us, then completely forgot when we did askfor something. Note to Whiskey's - there are PLENTY of other bars in Bboston with pub grub, beers and TVs.
(1)Hailey T.
Despite some of the less than flattering reviews, I saw nothing wrong with this place whatsoever. No, it's not an upscale bar, but no, it doesn't fit the definition of bar. In my opinion, if they serve food that is safe for consumption, it's just not a dive bar to me. On that note, the chicken tenders were good, as were the nachos. A friend had the shrimp and he said that was pretty solid, no, not as great as an upscale place, but what do you honestly expect from a bar and grill? It was a great place for our group to gather on a busy Thursday night to celebrate a birthday. Yes it was loud, but not so loud we had to scream at each other. Service was prompt and friendly, that's important to me. We had fun and enjoyed it. Give it a whirl!
(4)Iska B.
I've only been here on a non-weekend night and it was very calm and empty. I liked their fancy martinis which weren't too expensive considering. I've had the same thing for much more at other places. It was a Sunday night and people were just sitting and chatting and watching whatever game was on TV. Totally fine. The reason for the three stars is that there were two really wasted old guys who basically decided that two girls (my friend and I) who were unaccompanied clearly wanted company. It was really annoying and in the end the girl at the bar had to tell them to back off. Kinda ruined the nice drink we were having. Maybe that's just Sunday night...the day when sketchy old dudes come.
(3)KebShi L.
this place is poppin when the celtics or sox are playing. good chicken wings and friendly servers. the drinks come as hard and as fast as u order them.
(4)Stephanie J.
I've had a few nights here that I had a tolerable time, which is why this is two stars instead of one. But man. Whiskey's. Each time is worse than the last, and this weekend was no exception. Bartenders and waiters who only had two moods: asshole and crazy. Food that was greasy and terrible (and I ate all of it. Whoops.) and beer. The beer was good. Really, don't go here - unless you're drunk enough that no matter where you are, you'll have a good time.
(2)Missus F.
they can charge 10 cents for wings because they charge $9 for a small cup of ice with a faint dribble of grateful dead deliciousness. it was sort of alright.
(2)Meg B.
10 cent wings Sun - Th til 11pm. They were actually pretty good... some places don't really lather a lot of sauce on the wings but my first order of 10 was covered and quite good. At one point I noticed someone sitting at a table with what looked like a strawberry margarita. I thoroughly enjoy margarita action so I ordered one for myself. If I do go back, I'll be all over another one. It was surprisingly good and it looked like it was made with real strawberries not just some strawberry flavored mix. The down side and hence the three star review: Since I wanted some cheap wings, I wanted to sit down... (Note: this was around 830pm on a thursday). Most of my friends were ordering straight from the bar so I tried to sit down at one of the tables nearby. The waitress was adamant about ordering a drink to go along with the wings if i was to sit there. I wasn't going to order wings without a drink, I just was more interested in the wings at the moment of ordering... One my friends tried to sit down too but she insisted that they not sit if they weren't ordering from her. The wings took a long time to get too. I mean I understand that a 10 cent wing night isn't gonna result in a high tip and working a table next to the bar area is gonna suck but you could be a little bit friendlier...
(3)Jeremy F.
apparently this is also the "hooters" of boylston street. theres really not much else to say, i mean yeah they have golden tee and buck hunter but aside from that it's your standard booze bar + boobs. got some onion rings which weren't bad and my buddy grabbed some wings which were surprisingly good.
(3)Morgan G.
The only reason I give Whiskey's a 2 is that when you come early in the day, it's not bad... rather, it becomes bearable. Otherwise, it's crowded to over-capacity, you have to struggle to get your drink order to the bar and it's too loud to stop to hear the person next to you without screaming your lungs out, or getting them swept away in a crowd of drunkards. One time I came on a Sunday afternoon for lunch and football with friends and the power went out and they refused to take my food order. Because apparently, walking back to the kitchen to give a handwritten order is too much trouble or too difficult. I left and went to Pour House where I got VERY good bar fare food for MUCH MUCH CHEAPER. If my friends tell me that they're at Whiskey's for the night, 9 out of 10 times I stay home. That 1 time is when I'm already drunk and it doesn't matter anymore.
(2)jonathan u.
Have you ever been at a frat party where girls are "supposed" to be on their way? Well that's Whiskeys. They have great bartenders, and I think that's there saving grace. I dont know why else to go here, it always crowded but not in a good way its like you constantly feel in the way. Plus I think its the training wheel bar, cause you will never see more barely 21 kids. Honestly I don't know why I've been here as many times as I have...but it strangely compelling so for some reason I end up there hoping it will be good....stay for one beer then leave.
(3)Elvis N.
great spot for a chill night in Boston, regardless of whatever day of the week. you can find the bars to be close to impossible to get a drink on a friday and saturday, but so is any other good bar in Boston.
(4)Pramee M.
15 cent wings! nuff' said. But, the service on the other hand is a different story. We gave up a table where we would be the only table in the section for a high-top. Our waitress was in the middle of training someone, which being a former waitress, I understand the game, but still. Every bone-filled plate on our table was picked up, except one (not sure of the logic behind this). But when we asked to get a new plate after the second set of wings came, the waitress picked up the plate that was dirty, but didn't replace it with a clean one and my friend was left holding a wing in his hand while we waited another 10 minutes for her to bring another plate. Then we ask for another beer and a refill on a coke. The beer took about 10 minutes, and my coke another 20 minutes after that. Getting the bill was another challenge. Not to mention taking off the Bombay Sapphire and Tonic that noone ordered.... I will try going back, only for the wings, but I would suggest that the waitstaff learn how to efficiently wait tables. There is no reason that at any given point, we either see all 20 waitresses huddled around or none at all for minutes on end. AND when it was not that busy.
(3)Stephanie T.
i mean, if you just left fenway and are wearing a red sox jersey and are wicked hyped on being surrounded by 7493274893274983272 who also fit that description.... have fun! beers are averagedly priced (i think the draft light beers were like $4), we were told chips & salsa were free, then that they were $2.50 and then as we were being served that they were $5.... for a TINY condiment sized plastic container of salsa and a plate of (i will admit... ridiculously delicious) chips. but apparently they have cheap, yummy wings - but so does everywhere else in boston. so, if you are looking to hang out on boylston and enjoy SPORTS, you will probably enjoy whiskeys. i, personally, will be found elsewhere!
(2)Andrew C.
This may be the worst bar in Boston. Went there on a Saturday night with a few people and was not impressed one bit. The bartenders looked like they hated their life, and would not serve us 4 beers and 2 shots because "we didn't have enough people." I have never known a bar to turn down money for drinks but apparently this bar doesn't care about that. The crowd as a bunch of melvins who thought they were on top of the world when in reality they were just punk college kids. It was extremely crowded, couldn't move around, the bathrooms were disgusting. One of the so called "bouncers" came up to us and told us we had to sit down instead of standing up next to the table. It must be important to not be standing up in a bar on Saturday night when there were about 100 other people doing it. We made sure to leave our mark when we left and I can assure you we will never be back there again. The worst bar in Boston by far. I do not recommend it.
(1)Angie G.
everytime i go to whiskeys, i forget how average and not awesome the food is. drinks = meh. whatevs. extra point for having lobster. thats it. reasons why whiskeys hasnt won my heart over: nachos are lame. ive had much better. how hard is it to have a plain steak? can someone PLEASE consistently stock your veggie of the day? i hate it when im told its broccoli and instead i get green beans. space = cramped bathroom = downstairs = asking for a drunk slip, fall, and break neck.
(3)Lindsay D.
Some people really like Whiskey's. I'm not one of them.
(2)Lisa O.
Whiskey's might bear the distinction of being the only Boston bar that I refuse to return to. I'm not generally a picky person when it comes to bars, but the horrible service I received from the staff was unparalleled. First off, don't come here with an out-of-state ID unless you're prepared to cough up at least one other form of ID. Even if you're 30 and look it (I'm not, thankyouverymuch) the bouncers will look you up and down distrustingly as they scrutinize your ID and credit card. Once in, the bar is PACKED with sorority-type girls and the grossest of white-hat frat boys I've ever seen. It's nearly impossible to get around the bar. This all would have been okay (and they might have hung on to three stars) if the following situation hadn't occurred. My roommate and I decided to hit up Whiskey's for a few drinks before meeting friends a little bit later. I ordered 2 drinks and handed the bartender my debit card for the bill ($15 for 2 weak drinks). Instead of putting the slip and card on the bar like a normal person, she tried to hand me the slip, card and a pen, all with one hand. Since this is almost impossible, she dropped my card behind the bar. I went ahead and signed the slip while she looked for it, certain that I'd be getting my card back a few seconds later. Nope. She can't find it. And isn't really willing to look since there's tips to be made elsewhere. She glanced around for a minute or two and called the manager over. He told me I could call back around 3:30 after they closed to see if anyone came across it while cleaning. No apologies, no comped drinks, and no way for Lisa to pay for the rest of her fun night out. Even though I was seething a little, I did in fact let a friend buy my drinks for the night and called back at 3:30 like instructed. No card. They can't find it. Now, if you've seen the bar at Whiskey's, you'll know there's only a limited place it could be! So why the hell can't anyone find it? They told me to call back in the morning, just in case. So I did. And they couldn't open the register to tell me if it was there, so they told me to come in in a few hours. Since I was headed that way anyway, I did. Still no debit card and no way to pay for ANYTHING ALL WEEKEND. Where the hell could this thing have gone?!?!? I spoke to another manager who couldn't explain where my debit card could be residing and still didn't offer an apology for my inconvenience. This is completely unacceptable. I understand accidents happen, but I don't understand treating your customers like they're disposable. I had to cancel my card and get a new one, and I'm pretty sure my old one is still hanging out behind the bar at Whiskey's. Hopefully that shitty, bitchy bartender isn't. Either way, I won't be back.
(1)Jennifer D.
My coworker and I had a fun time at this bar. It gets really crowded, but the bartenders were fun and they've got decent beers on tap. We got to know the manager, and he played Journey for us. I sent my other coworkers to this place and they complained that there were a lot of dudes at this joint. However, I have to add that they have really hot female waitresses that work there to make up for it.
(4)Lily H.
I think Whiskey's might exist solely to feed the conventioneers across the street, but they have weekly specials that get people riled up: 15 cent wings at the bar. There are also pizza specials Sat/Sun/Mon. I can't say too much about the setting, either, because it reminds me more of a chain restaurant than anything else. BUT, if you are out with people who want some decent American food that's not crazy Back Bay fancy or expensive, this place might be worth checking out.
(3)Charoline D.
I think my first real visit to whiskeys, can be summed up in one sentence: "Are you wearing any underwear?" Yes, it's hard to believe that men actually say these things, hoping to evoke a positive response. But what IS the positive response? Do you want me to say "no"? Do you want me to describe them to you? Whatever my response, I was sure to make it unsatisfactory. "Yes" *looks back into drink, stirs ice cubes, checks email via phone, looks off into the mountains*. This is the event that pretty much epitomized my typical experience with men in Boston, but lo! These were Princeton graduates! Classy! We didn't have a hard time getting in, there was no line, and the doorman liked my hair. Can you blame him, a fresh trim and a dye job, I mean fuck! Thanks, lovey. Our bartender took the pleasure of earning herself a 25% tip by not bringing us back our change back from our twenty dollar bill. Like what? Did you forget? Man, I don't even know what's going on. The cocktail waitresses are wearing sequined santa hats and jean cut off shorts. Again, what? May I remind you that its December 22nd? Is this a Christmas in July sale, just a wee 5 months too late? Do I get a free printer when I purchase a powerbook? Free snow tires and rust proofing? The crowd wasn't too douchey surprisingly, but I'm going to assume that many of the college locals probably went home for the holiday, and hall-e-fucking-loo-yah that they did, I'm finding myself longing for the summer months when I could run free through the bar unhindered by bro dudes asking me about my major and girls with DB bags, Uggs, and Northface Jackets. But for now, I'll just be setting myself on fire and frolicking towards the back, the scent of burning hair left lingering on your clothes. DESTROY.
(2)Kree K.
good stuff for good price.
(4)I D.
This place is good compared to the other bars around that side of Boylston st. I came here on a Saturday night with a group of 7, and we were lucky enough to not be squished around the bar area and got a booth. I was not pleased when the waiter brought out my vodka soda water without the vodka!!!!! Although he was really nice when I told him and didn't question it and got me a new drink. He also gave us chips and salsa on the house because of the mistake....sure, they were cold and not great, but it was free and soaked up the vodka and the tequila shots.
(3)Antonio Z.
Never seen 15 cent wings before, they were probably worth all 15 cents, but I'm not too sure. Spinache and Artichoke dip was good. They had a good selection of beers, though kinda pricey, but not outrageous for Boston. Waitresses are cute, but slow, so I guess it evens out, or not. Do yourself a favor and head down the block to the Pour House.
(2)Diane I.
i'm kind of embarassed that i've been here twice. it feels like all the tourists who just got done shopping at the prudential center head over here to end the night. but for good reason...its probably the cheapest beer you'll find within a half mile radius. not to mention they have video games. some schmuck left 2.50 on the moose hunt game. SCORE. i kicked some butt - as usual (i'm southern... we shoot guns for fun).
(3)Sara B.
I have never liked Whiskey's, yet at midnight you'll see people standing in a line that wraps around the corner. Don't go to this bar if you want to have a conversation with the people you're with, listen to good music, or have easy access to reasonably priced beer - because the place is loud and way too crowded, the music stinks, and there is one bar staffed with four bartenders who barely look at you, let alone serve you their overpriced beer. It takes 20 minutes to get a beer, and even then it requires pushing. On the other hand, if you're looking for a crowd full of college girls/guys, young tourists, and people who drove in from the suburbs, then this might be the place for you. My suggestion in general: don't go there unless you've already had more than a few drinks. Otherwise, you'll be disappointed.
(1)Benny D.
Good for the really cheap FIFTEEN cent wings. They WERE 10 cents and then my friends from work would get out every night at 10 and head over there... we must have had about 90 wings a night and only 2 beers. Needless to say they were losing money so after about 3 steady weeks of this and gaining 5 pounds Whiskeys officially increased the price! Well I've only back once since the dramatic increase and I ordered dinner plus the wings just to have them. I smuggled them from the bar to my table because you are supposed to eat them at the bar and a waiter actually came over and told me the manager was going to get mad. DO i care? Whats he going to do kick me out for not eating the food at the bar??? Get outta my face! Git! uGH YOU JUST LOST A STAR! AND WHATS WITH THOSE RANDOM BLACK CHICKEN WINGS?? SHOULD I NOT EAT THOSE??
(3)Megan W.
Food? They serviced food there. I only remember drinks....and boys.... and the good ol college days. OH and their light up plastic ice cubes....those deserve a star alone!
(4)Dana L.
If you like to watch the games with 3,000 of your closest friends (packed so tight that its hard to move), come to Whiskey's. They have some pretty nice plasma screens, and if you position yourself just right, you can be semi-comfortably in front of one without being in the line of traffic. Also a decent place for drinking with friends, although the ambiance is more in the B-/C+ range than anything higher. There are lots of places on Boylston Street - this place doesn't really distinguish itself, but its not too bad of an attempt either.
(3)Lori I.
Lets just say I was a regular at Whiskey's for years when I lived in Boston. It was my works after work bar and I lived next door on Gloucester street for 3 years. So normally during my wedding week I wanted to take my wedding guests there after a sox game to show them where I used to have all fun my when I lived in Boston. Not only did I not know a soul who worked in the joint I was just totally shocked at how much this place had changed and not for the good. First of all it was a Wednesday night and the bar was dead. I brought in close to 30 people to celebrate our upcoming nuptials and this bar staff couldnt have been any ruder to me and my guests. We were questioned on buying shots. Like who they were for and that they could only serve four at a time. I have NEVER in my life heard such a thing. They even cut a friend off who barely drinks and who had one beer the whole night. When I questioned them I got complete attitude from every waitress, bartender and even the manager. I was totally disgusted and embarrassed by how poorly these people were acting in this place. Their whole attitude was unreal. I dont know who those lil girls think they are with their little tight outfits on. I wasnt impressed and neither were any of my friends. They wouldnt allow any of us to order shots or drinks at this point so I exchanged some words with both the bartender and their manager and let them know how poorly they were portraying Boston. I took my party and went to the Pourhouse who was happy than heck to have us there and we ordered as many drinks and shots as we wanted. So I am just letting you know if you want to go there this is what you are in for! So disappointed by this bar considering how much business I had given them in the 3 years I lived there. I hope their owner knows all of their staff is a bunch of rude people who are not welcoming to any of their customers.
(1)Charlene L.
You don't go here for quality food, let's face it. You go here because it's cheap, there are lots of peeps here, and it's centrally located for everyone to get started on a night out. Bartending? Hrm. Had to teach bartender how to do a raging bull. Ghetto.
(3)Sean L.
Checked this place for a Beer and a burger for lunch the other week. Honestly, it was probably the best burger I have ever had. Good selection of beer, I had a Newcastle of course :-) Only thing was I couldn't tell if my waitress was being sassy or just a bitch, either way it was hot, and so was she.
(4)michael m.
A step up from a college bar, this place is still mildly frat party-esque. It can take forever to try to bust through the bar line, so don't even bother -- grab a cocktail waitress. The place can get really crowded, really fast. I've never had a problem grabbing a place to sit, whether at a dinner booth or a bar table. The bar tables are a lot harder to get on wing nights, though (Sunday -- Thursday). Standard 10 cent wings, but they are amazing here. Also try the jack skins with bacon -- yum. There's a pretty good selection of beers -- I think 18 on tap. UFO, Magic Hat #9, IPA, Sam & Sam Seasonal, plus your obligatory Bud & Bud Light. As far as the bouncers go, I've never had a problem at the door. ID and usually a back up, but they don't take more than a few seconds to look at it. I've never been hassled or inconvenienced at all, and I barely look 18, let alone 21.
(4)Erin A.
I don't know why the majority of reviewers have such an issue with this place. It's perplexing at the very least. Every time I have come here there has been at least one amazing, friendly and knowledgeable bartender. Yes they employ more than their share of mindless women but I normally eye the one competent bartender and they are my go to guy or girl for the rest of the night. And they are always amazing. Super friendly, have no issue chatting with you and always offering up a new drink or beer to try. AND they always let you try a beer before you order a pint. Most places in Boston would look at you like you were crazy if you asked to try first. The doormen have always been polite. My guess is if you're not an asshole and not looking to cause trouble, how much interaction other than "ID Please" and "Have a nice night" are u having with the door staff? 15 cent wings are delicious and HUGE. Honey buffalo? I'm in love. We had 5 beers and 10 wings last night and our bill was 25 bucks. Not bad, beers anywhere in Boston run 5 bucks. It's expected and the norm. I like the staff, the atmosphere and the fact that it's like MTV circa 1989 on the TV's where they always play the video for the song that's playing in the bar. FUN. Don't let the reviews deter you, give Whiskey's a shot. My guess is if you're not a drunk idiot, you will like the place.
(5)Natalie K.
whiskey's holds a special place in my heart. it is where i celebrated my 21st birthday and where i met my husband! good selection of beers and great wings!
(4)Amanda G.
I'm scoring it based on what whiskeys is, a big loud (mostly college) bar. I think it's an ok place to meet up with some friends. There is a bunch of seating, but it's hard to get late at night. There are always lines and once you get in it's so crowded you can't really move anyway. The actual bar is huge but there isn't enough space around it. Crowd is college to professionals and mostly your typical american.
(3)Beth M.
Oh Whiskey's....how I loved you when I was 21! This is another one of those places I loved so much and keep going back to it, but its just never the same. The last time I was there I think I was literally the oldest person in the bar and I'm only 25! I think I am just past the age of body shots and fake ID's. However, my sister and I did trick the bouncers into believing that were we twins and that I was 21, and one other time having them believe my sister was 24. Both time my then younger sister was not of legal drinking age and would just use my ID...the same ID I would then show 10 minutes later. So for all of you under 21 year olds with a fake...this is the place to be!
(2)Brenda K.
love this place! My son goes to berklee college of music and we were looking for a place to take him to lunch..very good food, no complaints!
(5)Sean B.
I have to agree with the most recent poster. Whiskey's used to be a must visit on any back bay put crawl, but last night I was there for the first time in years and the staff treated everyone like criminals. It seems every man working there has a serious chip on his shoulder and is looking to start a fight. After closing we were standing on the street outside the bar and the waitstaff were still yelling insults and being rude. What was once a good bar and a great grill now seems to be staffed by coke-addled perma-dicks who don't know anything about making drinks or providing good service. A sad decline for what passes as an old institution on Boylston St.
(2)Melissa B.
Headed here after HK to find people in my demographic box. I guess, I found it? Not quite sure. Lots of randomness going on. It was packed and lots of imbibed, friendly people. That's always a good thing. I like all the plasmas but the music videos distracted me from the happenings around me. Perhaps I wanted to be distracted since I wasn't on the same inebriated wave length. It was a long night that needed to come to an end. Didn't hate it but no love either. I'm guessing there's better bars on Boylston. I certainly hope so.
(2)Bella and Aleksey R.
My husband wants to give this place four stars. Ok. But I would say this is mostly so if you are a college student and your priority is to get your top dollar for chicken wings. Boy, are you in luck here, because Monday-Thursday are 10 cent wing days, yes, each wing is only 10 cents. It is a typical sports bar place, to me. Zzz.
(4)Patrick K.
Great place. Perfect for a game. Solid beer and cocktail list and good food. Great service. Just an all around great place.
(4)Eric S.
Only been here at night. Gets crowded easily. Lots of college kids. Staff's alright, no problems with the bartenders.
(2)Sue W.
I haven't been to Whiskey's since I was in college but the place hasn't changed much since then. I met up w/ some friends after work for the 10 cent wings deal and some drinks. Beware that the wings can get really hot after eating about 5... but I guess that's why you wash it down w/ some beer =D The place wasn't too crowded during the time we were there but I did notice that at every table, everyone was pretty much munching on the cheapo wings (deal on Sun-Thurs 4pm-11pm only). Great (cheap) place to hang out after a stressful day at work...
(3)patrick w.
expensive frat party. do I need to say more?
(1)Katia M.
This is one of those bars that I should probably hate, but for whatever reason, I don't. It's generally a younger crowd, and on weekends it gets packed. As long as I've got a place to sit, I'm a happy camper. Oh, and ten cents for wings? Yeah, can't really beat that, can you? Best for happy hour during the work week, but I'll do a weekend night occasionally.
(4)Jen R.
Place is ok. Food is ok. Its pretty much a bar that serves some food. Very young crowd. Lobsters are surprisingly good- and their price can't be beat.
(2)sunny n.
Pretty Average Bar...Lots of plasmas which is cool for a game...I tried the Nachos and that said it all to me about the food here...ughhh....It can get pretty busy here around the weekends ....the restrooms are in the basement which is a bitch!!! Decent selection of drinks and reasonable...the decor is a mix bag of ur american - irish - texmex...feel..whatever the hec that means..ya so no theme there..don't mind swingin by here once in a while for a drink..or game cheer!!
(3)Irene F.
I like this place a lot! Great location to booze it up with your friends. It gets loud and crowded, but usually in a good way. The best thing to do is to try to grab a table (there are usually a bunch empty) and flag down a waiter or waitress...that way you don't have to fight your way to the bar! It's a good place to stop off on your way down boylston, or to sit and drink heavily at all night. I highly recommend the grape crush shots, they're rather fabulous...or maybe that's just my fuzzy memory...
(4)Chase W.
Whiskey's makes me sick to my stomach. Reeeeallly? Really. It's a freakin meat market sweat shop with people pouring booze down their throats as quickly as possible. Crowd is the college/just out of college crowd, and you're gauranteed to see somebody get into a fight. Food Sucks too. I throw a tantrum everytime somebody says we're going here. If I'm going to go somewhere sucky, it should at least suck in good ways, and this place doesn't. I'll give it 2 stars just cuz you know if you walk in here, you're going to see some funny poeple make asses of themselves. Man am I in a bad mood today or something!? ;)
(2)Kristina G.
Not the best veggie burger I've had, but I can't go in here as a vegetarian with any expectations. Our waitress was very nice, prompt, and helpful. The menu has lots of carnivore-type food for all you meat lovers out there.
(4)John B.
My friend and I went to celebrate him leaving for Afghanistan ... and the bartenders were very unfriendly and rude. I will never go back. Take the stick out of your ... girls. And the food was terrible.
(1)Timmy S.
I've never been through their doors where I wasn't hassled by the bouncers. I understand wanting to run a tight ship and being uber-careful on the age/approriateness of the evening's patrons, but the authority-abusive bouncers employed by this establishment ruin a good evening before you can say "lets get this party started."
(1)Mike M.
If ever there were a restaurant that could benefit from the use of those vibrating pagers that tells you a table is available, Whiskey's is it. After the hostess told me and my girlfriend to wait in the bar for a few minutes, we watched at least three other parties that showed after we did get seated. Nothing makes patrons feel welcome like having to remind the staff that you're waiting for a table. There is also an extreme frat-party vibe. Maybe it was due to the baseball game that was on, it being a Saturday night, or the impending return of the college folk to Boston, I don't know. Lots of loud groups of meatheads pounding down Coors Light and the occasional holdover from the metrosexual revolution, complete with pencil-thin chinstrap "beard". Anyhow, I got the "Smokehouse Chicken BBQ", or some variation of those three words. It was around $10 and it was delicious. It was half a chicken, corn on the cob, fries, and baked beans. The chicken was juicy, the corn wasn't dessicated, the fries were good, and the beans were amazing. It took maybe two bites to realize that what made the beans so good was bacon. My lady got the pulled chicken sandwich. After a few bites of my meal, hers tasted like a hot dog to me. Weird. We also got honey BBQ wings as an appetizer, they were also very good. I think if we had gone earlier, it would have been less populated, and therefore a more enjoyable experience.
(3)Andres M.
If you are looking for a place in nice area of town with loud MTV music playing, a very traditional menu and not-so-exciting food then this restaurant is for you.
(2)Lauren W.
I don't know what I can say about a place that has 38 reviews already that hasn't been said before. So, I'll try to sum up my experiences. What I liked about Whiskey's is that their BBQ is very good for Boston and the prices aren't too bad. What I don't like, and this is going to make me sound old, but it's a bar first. You get carded when you first walk in, by a huge bouncer, and it's super loud. My final decision with this bar is that this will be a great place to watch a game and munch on some BBQ. Otherwise, it will be too loud to enjoy anything, both the food and a conversation.
(3)Anna P.
Meat-market galore...and no, it has nothing to do with the ribs and wings.
(3)Alex G.
I'm not sure this place is worth checking out on the weekends. Crammed, the crowd surrounding the bar eerily paralleled a frat keg line plus 5 or 7 years. Pushing my way through to the bar, I got what was easily one of the worst vodka and club sodas in my life. I heard they have great burgers, but no food after 11. The staff was not particularly friendly, welcoming, or timely; but alot of the waitresses were hot. Good location if you feel like crawling on...
(2)Alan N.
in nyc, whiskey's would be like, hmm...mercury bar on a thursday or saturday night. let's see. it's overly packed, the bartenders are wearing very unflattering cut off shorts, and there's a lot of over-the-top PDA going on in here. miller lite bottles are $4.50. i hear the wings are good here, but i've only been to whiskey's during the packed nights. there are four other nearby bars, i would recommend going there.
(2)Tom D.
I'm not sure why I still let my significantly more wealthy/employed friends drag me to this hole. As most of the previous reviews indicate, it is ridiculously noisy and you feel like you've been suddenly crammed into a WWI circa U-boat. The one time this wasn't the absolute last place we ended up at and I was therefore relatively sober, they kicked me out at the door. I twisted my ankle playing soccer earlier, and as I limped in the Backstreet Boy reject at the door said I was stumbling and therefore too drunk to be let in. I politely told him that this was an unreasonable conclusion as I was speaking without the hint of a slur and actually showed him my bandaged ankle. Besides, I'd been way drunker and gotten in before. The last part may not have been the best point to argue but the bouncer insisted on being a right bastard. May this place be turned into a Christian Science Reading Room or something equally obscure. May that bouncer develop erectile dysfunction or at least a stutter.
(1)Kristen G.
This bar is pretty standard. Food is good. Drinks are good. I often times find it overcrowded, which makes getting a drink at the bar difficult and awkward. It can also get pretty loud, so if you are looking to hang out and have a conversation, I would suggest a quieter place in the area.
(3)Katherine W.
While I've had issues with the doormen I still enjoy Whiskey's a lot. Out of MA ID holders beware - they will require back-up ID most of the time. This place is packed with an after-work crowd as well as local college students... so it's almost always busy. Fridays, can be especially busy - so if that's not your scene - don't go here. I've never eaten here but the drinks are average. Whenever I go, I almost always run into someone I know...
(3)Michael G.
This is a very lively bar that sometimes has a line outside to get in on busy nights. On quieter nights, you can find great deals on appetizers at the bar. In particular, go for their 10 cent wings, which are served until 11 PM. They have a good beer selection, and it's a must to stop by as you walk up and down Boylston. This is the type of place that is even busy on a Monday.
(4)Anne B.
I don't like this bar a whole lot. I have had problems with the wait staff and they have wierd rules about where you can do what (you have to be in a certain section to qualify for 10 cent wings, etc.). The beer is about 4 bucks a bottle and the food is fantastic. It's alright for lunch, not really as a bar, though.
(3)Julie F.
Was here on a Saturday night and was not at all impressed. Too loud to hear yourself talk, let alone have a conversation. Total meat market, very frathouse-esque. Definitely NOT the place to go to relax with a beer and good company. I'll never understand why there's always a line to get into this place. The big TV screens with the music videos are a nice touch, though, as are the nifty little light-up ice cubes they put in the drinks.
(2)Brenden L.
I've only ever been here for the food so I can't say I've ever had a problem with bouncers but the waitress did eyeball my ID for quite some time. The food here is pretty good. I think I got a steak tip sandwich and enjoyed it. The drinks are drinks, nothing special but not bad either.
(3)Ruth P.
Whiskey's is pretty hit-or-miss. I was there last night (wednesday night) and it was a pretty good crowd for 10pm-1am on a Wednesday... They have a good selection of margheritas and mixed drinks (ranging from $6-$9) in addition to a decent selection of beers. This is the kind of place you can go to with a bunch of friends, squeeze into a booth table, and sing and laugh and have a good time without feeling like an asshole about it. I'm not as fond of this place on a Friday or Saturday night though when it is packed to the gills.
(4)Michelle I.
so i did quite a bit of drinking here... hmm, i think i have a theme going on here.(i should be thankful i don't live here fulltime i guess) anyway, so maybe this big boisterous bar reminded me a lot of a City Tavern here in SF, but i had a great F*cking time anyway! the crowd is young, loud and rowdy which i like when i'm on an excessive Boston drinking binge.... hey, and so what if the guy i met here was only 22, the important point is that he insisted on buying me drinks. cool! after one of the guys in my group came over to rescue me from peril, we made a mad dash for the door and escaped this zoo.... somehow managing to stumble back to the hotel in one piece. whew!
(5)Ashley M.
went here once - reminded me of bars from college in central PA. i'm over 21, thankfully i don't need to sit in loud, crowded places that reek of stale beer anymore. if that's your scene though, its not a bad place.
(2)bex g.
although this is the exact spot i became a vegetarian, while eyeballing the mounds of chewed up 10 cent wings around the bar, i do remember they were yummy. the drinks are all that expensive and there is always a crowd, which sometimes just makes the night more fun. the grilled cheese is my personal favorite now that the cheapo wings aren't an option. tables, bar, booths, even when it gets packed you can find a place that suits you. weeknights are best, but on the weekends it gets a wee bit too crowded and therefore not as fun. oh, I would stay away from the flavored martinis (well the jolly rancher one at least) a bit too sweet and sickly for my taste, and all the sugar leads to one heck of a hangover.
(4)Melissa B.
I too have been hassled by the oversized bouncers here about my ID & I am well over 21. Food is eh, so-so & the waitresses are ok. This place can get hopping after work, so it's good to meet people.
(2)Jill M.
Yuck. Not as bad as the roxy, but yuck nonetheless. This bar is awful. Unless you live in a frat house, in which case it's utter perfection. First of all, the set up is awful. No matter when you go, there's about a 2 foot space between you and the wall, and you find yourself pressed against an 18 year-old with a bad fake ID. I've been there several times and never enjoyed myself. But the good news is that there's several good bars just down the street.
(2)Jen P.
The food is better than the bar itself. A bunch of us went out and all fell in love with our meals. However, once the big hand strinks 12, its all down hill from there. Its way too crowded, you have to fight your way to get a drink and even to the bathrooms. I will give out some cool points to the flat screen tvs that show videos that coincide with the music.
(3)Karina L.
What's up with the hate? I've never been here late at night, but my friend and I had a solid meal full of burgers here. We came here at 9, and the bar was already reasonably crowded. My ID was scrutinized and then fed through this crazy machine. The hostess was nowhere to be found but a waiter seated me at a fairly quiet table and didn't complain when I ended up waiting 15 minutes for my boyfriend to come. The bar food is insanely solid. I got a Big Dawg Burger, which had bacon, cheddar, bleu cheese chipotle dressing (!) and fried onion strings (onion rings but a lot thinner and lot more fried). It was easily the best burger I've had in months. My friend got a monster burger (a 3 patty burger with bacon and a bunch of other delicious crap). Both burgers were under $10. We got a pitcher of beer for a couple of dollars and left very happy! The crowd was loud, but not in a terrible makes-me-want-to-stab-my-ear way. Come here for a good time, good service, and cheap wings/pizza/burgers. My only complaint is that the food takes a while to come out.
(4)Dustin M.
Came here twice during a visit to Boston, both in the evening. The service is ok, a little slow, but the food is excellent and they have a great variety of beers on draft. I am really into hot wings (I go for the hottest I can find) and this was the first time I encountered an opportunity to try wings made with Ghost peppers. Not only were they the hottest, they were some of the best wings I've had. I like the vibe in this place, seems like a great dive bar and the crowd is a little rowdy during Monday Night Football which is fun.
(4)Kathy N.
A whole pizza here for as low as $4.95? Uhm, YES. Nice place to go to at night with friends if you don't care about a busy and loud atmosphere. Although the buffalo wings were delicious, my stupid self couldn't handle the heat and go through eating one wing without gulping down my entire glass of water. The waiter generously offered to switch the dish to honey buffalo wings which were less spicier. I also really liked the fries I had. If you want cheap food and a few nice drinks on a casual night, come here!
(4)Mitch W.
If you want to arm wrestle, this is not the place for you. I've met kittens less soft than this place. The male manager has a cleft pallet and is uncircumcised
(1)S M.
This place was tons of fun. The crowd was great (really young though). A friend of mine started dancing and the bouncer told her she was not allowed to. Then an hour later, everyone was dancing. The bathrooms are absolutely disgusting, but I guess can't expect anything for a bar bathroom.
(4)Karen M.
They have a variety of drinks. No Coca Cola products. Typical bar food. Recommend steak fajitas, they were tasty. Service is good during AM and early PM hrs. During late hrs gets busy ... so it may take a while to get served right the way. I would come back. We tried other bars nearby and we liked this one the best.
(4)Khoa N.
Whiskey's holds a special place in my heart, where by chance it became the spot of my first date that one brisk night a few years ago. Whiskey's, where hours of laughter passed in a split second. Whiskey's, where butterflies filled my stomach as we drank one blue moon after another. Whiskey's, the first time I knew we'd still be here today. So you see, I can't not like Whiskey's. Even if the food is just regular bar food like many others around the area. Where drinks are the same ones you can get anywhere. I've never had a better time else where. Never a better first date. You can't blame me for saying this bar is as good as it gets, if it makes me smile every time I pass by that same table where once sat two nervous souls. I might be biased. But I am human.
(5)Robin Y.
Two definite bonuses: the giant cookie sundae, and the super cheap pizzas late at night. When you've been drinking, they are the best things that you have ever tasted. The downside to this place is that it gets unbelievably crowded on weekend nights with college students. It once took me ten minutes to walk from one side of the restaurant to the other. You actually have to fight to order a drink from the bar if you don't get a table. You won't be able to hear anything, either- I've tried actually having a meal here on a few occasions and you can hardly hold a conversation in most parts of the restaurant. Also, the bathrooms are in the basement and a little creepy. I like Pour House a little bit better.
(2)Corey G.
It is what it is, and doesn't try to be anything it's not. Friendly staff, cheap food and drinks - you can definitely do worse. Gets rowdy at night, with a slightly younger crowd than Pourhouse/Lir/Dillon's next door.
(3)Jeff M.
Stopped in on a Thursday afternoon for lunch. Had a couple of orders of wings with an associate, and they were good. Sat at the bar, and the bartender kept our glasses full. Typical bar food with a good location. The windows were open on a warm but nice day. I would come back for the wings again ($2.50 for 10 wings).
(3)W S.
When visiting Boston, Whiskeys was an easy walk from our hotel. They have a terrific selection of beers on tap. My wife and I each had a steak. Reasonably priced compared to some of the other steak places in the area. Service was terrific, and so were the steaks. The music was a tad loud for my tastes, but that is part of the funky vibe of the place. Nonetheless, I would definitely go again.
(5)Joanna F.
I'm too old for this shit. And somehow I was too old for this shit before I turned 21. At least they have a lot of beer.
(2)Katie C.
Whiskeys is one of those places that I know what to stick to -- wings and beers. From prior experience (with and without copious amounts of alcohol), anything out of that range may or may not end well. At any rate, we were in the area running errands on a Saturday afternoon leading in to Halloween weekend and wanted to grab a few drinks and watch college football. So Whiskeys it was. I broke my cardinal rule and ventured off the "safe" menu to go with a chicken sandwich, mostly because I wanted the spicy curly fries. Overall, the sandwich wasn't half bad. It wasn't the best barbecue chicken sandwich, but it wasn't the worst, either. All the servers were dressed in halloween costumes that ranged from a vampire clown, a monkey (ours), the Black Swan, and Ronald Reagan. However, to the bartender dressed as a sexy firewoman ... no one liked to see your ass hanging out of the back of your shorts. I guess if you can't work at Hooters, this will be second best. Back to sticking with beers and wings (so ladylike, I know...)
(3)Quita C.
Terrible. The prices for the margaritas aren't listed, they're around $9.50 and worth maybe $3. They use a disgusting mixer. Food was awful as well. Had to drown my pulled pork sandwich in BBQ sauce to try to eat it. Our waitress kept forgetting about us, we saw our drinks sitting on the bar for a good five minutes before she brought them. It was ridiculous. It was a terrible experience and I will never go back.
(1)Peter W.
I've been here a number of times late night and it's busy, crowded, and ok for drinks. This time I came after work and it was a bit slower and calmer, so I got to look around a little more and try the food. We had the wings, nachos with chilli, and poppers. There were decent. Service was good and there are a lot of TVs in the place. I would come back for a couple of rounds when it's not busy.
(3)Kelli W.
Went yesterday before the Red Sox game. There were 4 of us. They asked us to wait about 5 minutes for a table. We waited about 5-10 minutes and sat down. Our waitress came over and we each ordered a drink from the bar and a water. She brought 2 waters (there were 4 of us) and no bar drinks. After a few more minutes the bar drinks arrived (2 "personal pitchers" of beer, a glass of wine and a margarita). The glasses that the waitress brought for the pitchers were both filthy- sticky, and had visible white beer reside in them as if they had been used. We asked her for new glasses and she just said "uh. Ok". After about 10 minutes she had not returned. We noticed our waitress near the front door chatting with a friend who had come in. We flagged down a manager and asked for clean glasses. She brought them right away and took the first round of drinks off of the bill. Our waitress continued to serve us during our stay but seemed highly annoyed. The food was ok- the buffalo wings and nachos were luke warm at best. With all the options on Boylston, we won't be back.
(2)Angela L.
Hold to your purses ladies. Purse was under my friends coat and was stolen. The worst part - the bars management did NOTHING to help us!!! This is a last visit for us.
(1)Dean C.
Typical bar food...not great, but not horrible.
(3)Brian L.
When I think Whiskey's, I think dollar pizzas. Dollar pizzas and also trying to navigate my way through a sea of people who are packed into a very narrow area, obstructing my path to the bathroom. Brags (+): You can get personal pizzas for a buck each after 11 pm. I think this is 95% of the reason why we go to Whiskey's. The waiters are usually pretty nice and provide good service even if the pizzas do take a while to cook. Beats (-): Super loud, crowded, and not much room to stand near the bar. Luckily we are usually sitting in the booths eating our pizzas. Variance (~): Did I mention they have pizza for a dollar?
(3)Briana G.
Went here with a couple friends to watch the Red Sox in the World Series and we all loved it! It's a great spot to watch a sporting event, there are TVs EVERYWHERE. You would have to make an effort to no see a TV while sitting at the bar. We all got the bacon cheeseburger sliders and they were delicious. It was not too expensive and only 75 cents to add fries. Our bartender, Alicia, was amazing. She was super friendly and attentive the whole night. I ordered my sliders without pickles, but when they came with the pickles no one was more apologetic than Alicia. She offered to get them sent back but I told her not to worry about it. For the rest of the night she kept apologizing about the pickles and was really genuine with everyone. Great place and I can't wait to go back!
(4)Sara D.
Food poisoning and poor service!! Went there since its in the neighborhood and it was overall a bad experience that lingered for days. First off the staff is awful and no one greets you at the door or let's you know where to sit. When my girlfriend and I were finally able to order, someone else brought out a random dish and asked who ordered it at our table. We replied that we didn't order what she was asking about so she shrugged and walked away. Seconds later our original waitress brought the same dishes back and set the mistaken dish in front of me. When she passed by a couple minutes later we were sure to wave her down to ask for silverware and to clarify what dish she brought me. She admitted to being so confused and wondered out loud why she brought that out when I told her what dish I had actually ordered. I didn't want to cause trouble and the mistaken dish was similar to what I had ordered so I kept it instead of causing the hassle of making a new dish. When we got the bill, nothing was changed and the waitress apologized for nothing. That night and next day my girlfriend and I both had symptoms of food poisoning. Not too sure I'll ever go back there or recommend it.
(1)Thomas C.
My wife and I went in today at 1:30 pm. Not exactly a busy time of day. We were told they had no pulled pork or pulled chicken. This is a BBQ place and those two items make up a good portion of their menu. We told the waitress those were what we wanted to order and that we were going to find somewhere else to eat. At this point I was mildly annoyed. We had ordered sodas to begin and hadn't taken our first sip yet when we told the waitress we were going elsewhere. So instead of just understanding, we were charged $6 for our 2 sodas. I will not be going back here to eat when there are so many options in the Boylston area.
(1)Emily R.
Every time I go to Whiskeys I regret it. The last time in particular. I went about two weeks ago on a Saturday night with a group of about 10 friends. It was around 9pm and we were standing around the bar. A few of us, myself included, were starving and wanted to eat. So we go and sit in some booths by the windows....WELL..the hostess freaked...and didn't stop freaking out the whole time...She was this African American girl, sloppily dressed, and RUDE. (I dont usually want to throw in descriptions like that but she refused to tell me her name..she knew I was unhappy and she was wrong). First she comes up to me and my table and tells us we need to move. So i told her I wanted to see a menu, and she wouldn't give me one! she said we couldn't just sit there....I tried to explain that I was STARVING to her...my friends tried to explain we needed NOURISHMENT..but she wouldn't let it go. Then she proceeded to tell me that I was "probably just going to order an app and that was not good enough..we need to order a meal or at least 3 apps." ....HOLD ON...I didn't see a sign with a requirement of how much you HAVE to order and what type of food. now i was pissed. So we moved because she was getting loud with us...we don't want any violence here.....we sat at the bar tables and ordered food from our nice cocktail server =). She was so much more pleasant..I think she knew we were just treated like SHIT by the hostess. You'd think it would stop there...but it didn't she continued to point at us and tell her coworkers (loudly, I could hear her) about how we were trying to take their tables and how she had to make us move..... Whiskeys....she has GOT to go....if I ever do decide to come back here and she is working I will promptly leave. I don't even know how someone like that got hired. Please hire more people friendly staff members..please.
(1)Yasa E.
Seriously, the only thing this place has going for it is the location and the cheap wings. I've been here quite a few times and left the place wondering why i came back. Takes a million years to get a drink. If you have a server, they are usually nowhere to be found. The bathrooms are all the way downstairs??? Wtf? Way to plan that out so people can get drunk and break their arms and legs in the process. Oh and last time i went i saw a mouse running around. And tried to let one of the servers know, to which she just kind of shrugged and said "I didn't see anything". That's just the icing on the cake.
(1)Joelle K.
I would only consider going back to whiskey's if it was for drinks only. I made the mistake of having lunch once and won't make that mistake again. To start, the service was horrendous. The food was mediocre at best. I'm not sure how you mess up bar food/sandwiches, but they did. I had a chicken sandwich that made McDonald's look gourmet. I have heard the wings are good.
(2)Matthew C.
The wings are awesome. There are only two flavors - buffalo and honey hot. Both are amazing. They used to be a flat rate of .20 per wing which was pretty awesome but now they've changed it to 10 wings for 0.20 each with a purchase of a drink. So if you plan to order 30 wings for $6.00, you have to accompany it with three beers which will cost you an additional $15+. That part is kind of bull....but overall I think they are the best wings I've had in Boston. As for everything else, decent beer selection, decent atmosphere. Can get very loud there and very packed. Beers are around $5 each. Not great but not terrible. And the one time I had the pulled pork sandwich for lunch it wasn't too bad. There's a lot of much better bars in Boston but this place isn't terrible.
(3)Lisa B.
First visit to Whiskey's last night with the fiance. I have no idea how we haven't been here before! Let's be clear - I'm giving this place four stars, not because it's a four star joint, but because I think I should compensate for some of the yelp haterade. We (soberly) stumbled upon Whiskey's while celebrating the nice weather with a stroll down Boylston. $5.95 for a Chicken Caesar wrap in Back Bay? Sure, I'm game. The wrap was a-ok (especially since they gave me shrimp instead of chicken to accommodate my pesce ways), and our server was friendly and attentive. My fiance got the jalapeno poppers and was fairly unimpressed. They aren't fried (-1) but they have buffalo chicken and blue cheese (+1). He also got the house salad which was huge but not exceptional. Picture iceberg lettuce + a few veggies + dressing. So yeah... your basic house salad. Drinks were cheap ($5.25 for Harpoon and Sam drafts) and people seemed to be enjoying themselves. Three stars in my book, four stars to bump up the yelp rating.
(4)Elisabeth F.
I came to Boston with my boyfriend so he could relive his college glory days, and this place was the first stop on his list. Here's the gist: I give 5 stars to the service. The guy who served us was seriously the spunkiest, happiest guy! He asked us if we were going to have shots when we sat down, we said "ah what the hay, we're on vacation" and he proceeded to do a victory dance for our submission to his will! Honestly, he was the highlight of the restaurant. The food was pretty good. We had wings which were pretty average bar wings. Good, but not awe-inspiring. The part that receives a 1 star rating was the overall cleanliness of the place. I went to use the bathroom and there was a, a-hem, feminine product sitting on top of the toilet paper dispenser. And let's just say it wasn't in new packaging. Overall it reminded me of any other dirty college bar one would find in the farthest corners of their collegiate memories.
(3)Alice C.
after spending hundreds of dollars on drinks and food someone spilled a full margarita all over me and our table. while asking for some leniency from the service staff for the spilled drink a burnt ass, dirty, slutty girl working there kicked out our group of 8 who had an over 200 dollar tab because she was embarrassed by her ugly pimple filled face and couldn't give a single extra drink to us. fuck this place and their terrible service and hideous staff.
(1)Mister M.
Most days Whiskey's has a very mixed crowd: young and old professionals, white and blue collar, college students and businessmen. It's a very even mix. All in all, it's a dive bar, sports bar, and meat market all rolled into one. The servers are all very pretty girls wearing tight T-shirts or football jerseys and tight asses in short-shorts. Sort of like Hooters except these are better looking girls. However, some girls wear grey T-shirts with ratty cut-off jeans (think ugly hanging threads) which give an unattractive, "unwashed" stale-beer feeling. Advice: having the cute waitresses wear clean looking (not grey) T-shirts and shorts with a sharp, clean edge would upscale this place DRAMATICALLY! The menu is surprisingly good, I've never had a bad lunch here. The prices are low and sometimes they even have nice half-price specials. The 99¢ bar pizzas after 11pm, which used to taste like cardboard, are now delicious and well worth it. I can sit, have a couple of beers and a burger, and be surprised at how low my tab is! This isn't a "friendly neighborhood bar", most people keep to themselves. Sports are always on the many wide screen HD televisions and during Football season they have all the games on satellite. Good, solid hangout during the afternoon and early evening. As t he night wears on there are more parties of five or more, and as the hour gets later the bathrooms get dirtier and smellier, and some of the guys become drunk douches looking to start trouble. Also there is a big manager, big Irish looking guy that always looks unhappy, somebody should get him to snap out of it. All in all, you've got cold beer at a good price, good food at good prices, and good-looking girls in T-shirts and shorts. What's not to like?
(3)Adrienne T.
Horribly disgusting. Aaaaack! I stopped in here on my way to a class at the nearby Apple store. They had a sign out front advertising the "Best Brunch on Boylston". The prices looked reasonable, and I figured since Pour House is a bar with a decent brunch, that this bar might have a decent one, too- the whole competition thing, you know? I should've left before sitting down. It looked like a bar, smelled like a bar, and it was filled with young hockey fan type college kids on a Saturday morning. I was truly out of place. I ordered the breakfast, and the food was as disgusting and bad tasting as the appearance and smell of the place. Just say no. Better, just say never.
(1)Samuel L.
We waited hella long tonight. They copy your drivers license just to get in. Service was lame and slow. The tri tip tasted like rubber and the tortillas were cold. I don't pay professionals to "try". I will never eat here again.
(1)Mai H.
I came in past 11pm. So only bar is open. The music was blasting. Our watress, Clare, was awesome. She was very good looking and very attentive. The waitress said they only have pizza for $1.99. So we ordered two slices, so we thought. our pizza arrived and boy our eyes just about popped out. She served us two 12 inch personal size pizza...LOL...needless to say, we packed two togo boxes..lol...we had alot to drink and had a very good time..
(4)Todd L.
The location is great! The food and service are just mediocre. This is a place to maybe have a drink during happy hour. I don't recommend this place as a "steakhouse" unless you're on a budget. Everything is really cheap and it seems to attract a very young crowd. The staff seem irritated that you actually chose the place. There are a lot better choices...
(2)Lucia D.
Never again. It stunk, our food was literally GROSS and soooooooooooooooo salty, and how do you serve COLD mozzarella sticks? We left.
(1)Sara S.
The place is a damn joke!! First off, it took forever for our server to come to our table and introduce herself and ask us for drinks. While waiting for her to come to our table, my friends and I encountered toooooo many mosquitoes under the table, biting at us!! FINALLY comes our server, literally running as she took our drinks& food order and THERE WAS NO CROWD IN THE RESTAURANT !!!!!!! My friend and I had the veggie pizza with beer which was really really good. Another friend had the cheese burger that came with onion rings&curly fries and he really enjoyed his food.... the service was super bad& that made the entire experience just a drag. And that DUH! cut her tip in half! 2 stars only because our food was delicious and the price is super cheap.
(2)Emily W.
Love this place for their cheap chicken wings and pizzas. Wednesday themed night was always a blast and they have good beers on tap.
(5)Simon H.
Me and my boss visited Boston last year and found Whiskey´s by co-incidence when strolling the streets of this beautiful city. I can honestly say that we both agreed on that the burgers we had here was the best we've ever had! We thought food here was so good that we actually went here again and again. You simply cannot find burgers like this back home in Sweden where we're from.
(5)Kristen F.
99 cent 12" pizzas after 1 am 7 days a week! Woooooo! How have I not reviewed this place yet? This used to be an old stomping ground for me... back when I was young and frequented the street of bars known as Boylston St. Now, not so much but I did find myself in the back bay late on Saturday night. We were all set to leave a bar to go to Lil Stevies to get greasy slices when an all knowing member of our party told us about the pizza deal from 1am-130am. We went and not only was it true... the pizza was pretty good! Absolutely a reason to start coming out in the area again... even if I do feel a bit too old for it. Who care!? Pizza for a buck!
(4)Lind R.
This place is one of those bars that needs a good cleaning!!! We went here with some friends on a very slow Wednesday. We were just bouncing about a few bars grabbing a few drinks. It was about midnight when we got to Whiskeys. We ordered and stood off to the Boylston street side of the bar. The counters were sticky, which isn't really a big deal but when one of the girls saw a mouse running across the floor I think that about put a nail in the coffin on this place for us. I've eaten here before for a few games but I can't remember the food being above or below par. Regardless, rodents in the bar...that's a bigger issue. Get it sorted!
(1)Kendall M.
Great sports bar. We came here to watch the PGA Championship and have lunch. A few vodka lemonades (which happen to be delicious here) later, we ate delicious food and enjoyed the golf. The guys couldn't get over the $7 price for a pizza - it was huge and a great value for the money. I had the nachos, but could barely finish 1/4 of them - it was a lot of food. We got there early Saturday afternoon and by the time we left (about 4pm), it was packed!
(4)Dianna M.
so i came to Boston on a business trip, and after work hours we decided to take a walk and stop by at this bar. so i gave the bouncer my ID card and since in my photo i look darker (i had a tan) and had black hair , which now i died it blonde they did not let me in!!! she was staring at my ID and me for a while and then asked for something that had my name on it, so i gave her my debit card which had the same identical name and still did not let me in. like are u serious??? ITS ME!! its my same face. why would u ask for something that has my name and still not let me in?? that was sooo ridiculous, that has never happened to me in my life ever!!! i would rate this place a 0 stars if i could for the poor service. so STUPID .
(1)Matt I.
Julian was our waiter and was top notch! I was there the other night with two friends and my father-in-law who is blind and they were extremely accommodating. Food was great, service was fast and friendly and Julian was an A+ waiter. Please pass along our gratitude!
(5)Maryam H.
"This is the BEST GATDAMN BAR IN BOSTON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Not really, but after a couple fast drinks Whiskey's will trick you like the slut that she is into thinking so. Gotta love checkin' out those photo-booth pics the next day. Such sweet memories...
(4)Jack K.
I like this place because there's always somewhere to sit after a day of work or on the weekend. I enjoy the ambiance because I usually can hear myself talk. There are enough TV screens to watch any game that's on. Also, the big booths are my favorite when you have a lot of people. The service is okay. Usually I get an attentive server. Only a couple times it has been questionable, but usually everyone is friendly and attentive. The food is fairly good and the prices are extremely good. The drinks are average and higher priced given the area the bar is in, but it's not too bad and much different than any other bar. I go here definitely for the food and the proximity to work and the T.
(4)Ave D.
I'm making this three stars instead of two because the food was mostly good (bbq pulled pork sliders and curly fries - great, fried mac and cheese - bland, spicy marinara for the fried mac and cheese - not spicy... and not really marinara?). Otherwise, it's really just two stars. The layout of the place is weird. The people that showed up were also weird (lots of backwards baseball caps and dudebros that love to talk just to hear themselves, if you're into that). We had good service but my friend has had really poor service in the past. The menu/decor/noise-level are a complete sensory overload. This was our third Boylston St choice after Lir and The Pour House were too packed... and I'm going to find another #3.
(3)Patricia M.
Whiskeys seems to be the place to be any day of the week. I wouldn't say that based off my experience but I definitely wanted to see what the hype was about. I like the environment. I cant say I enjoyed my food because it was too hot but thats what my meal entailed so thats entirely on me (I had the buffalo wings). The menu definitely had a variety and I loved that but of course that left me undecided. It's really cheap here. I was sad that they didn't offer any smoothie drinks such as Pina Coladas (which is my fave) but if you're a hard drinker, I think you'll enjoy it.
(4)Chelsea C.
I first came here one hungover morning when I was desperately in need of a brunch of shame. I got some sort of spicy chicken omlette that really hit the spot. The home fries were the most delicious thing I've ever put in my mouth. Or maybe I was still drunk. Either way, it was good. They also serve a ridiculously large spicy bloody mary, which is my spirit drink. And to top off the huge portions food and drink, the bill was SO low. It was like I died and went to heaven. I also came here one night for trivia, the trivia wasn't that great and the waitress never came over to drink my drink order (I showed up a bit late), so I wouldn't endorse trivia night at Whiskey's. Finally, I stumbled here from a Saint Patrick's Day rooftop party in Southie to find a fellow Chiver who bought me and my friend drinks, which was so nice of him. And even on Saint Patrick's Day, the service was up to par, we didn't have to wait too long for our drinks or food. Overall, Whiskey's is a pretty solid place. The crowd of people is pretty mixed, some young professionals, some non-professionals, some old, some young, some douchey frat bros, some drunk girls who cry in the dirty bathroom...whatever you're looking for, you'll find it here!
(4)Rachel K.
"you make me want to do push-ups" "do you want to know my best quality as a man? I go to Northeastern and study psychology and listen to women" expect these type of (or exact) lines from college guys if you come here. This bar is meant for the 21-23 year old age-range. Ended up stumbling in here last night for the first time in maybe 5 years. It's definitely a good spot if you're in or just out of college to meet other people, eat good bar food (great menu selection), and drink beer--especially during a game. Not really my scene anymore but that doesn't mean it's a bad place.......just keep in mind the crowd. Also door guys seem to be more strict than they need to be. Have had friends who haven't even had one drink been told they were too drunk to come in...on a few occasions, and they wouldn't even listen to them to prove their sober case.
(3)Kristine A.
This bar is not really set up for large groups because of the logistical nightmare that the layout is. You have to not be in the way when people are walking by which is really hard since there isn't alot of room. Then to stand in front of someone is almost impossible, so you have to stand next to them which makes conversing even harder. Unless you're sitting down somewhere there's no point in going on the weekend when it is very meat marketish.
(2)Alexandra M.
Came here for a drink and could actually taste the vodka in my vodka tonic which is amazing for any bar! Service was fine and fast.
(4)Rory L.
Great food for cheap. Service is quick and the staff are very friendly. This is a great place to hang out and watch a game with friends. Huge Windows slide open on nice days for a nice breeze
(4)ash l.
I walk by this place almost everyday.... and shudder. It's like the Twilight Zone of college bars..... somehow everyone magically goes in there and acts like it's Animal House, regardless if they're aged 21 or 41. I have to say, I'm amazed at how busy this place gets, which I suppose is indicative of the closet teenager/angry drunk many Bostonians are. During the day, it's actually like a warzone during peace talks. Food really isn't too bad, but maybe it's because I lowered my standards and expectations so much. The pluses? Beer. Cheap beer. And lots of beer guzzling ho's that definitely get better looking with each order. The negatories? Waking up with said ho and realizing she looked nothing like the girl you thought you picked up.
(3)Cindy B.
Whiskey's is your basic "go to" bar - good drinks, good food, reasonable prices. We stayed in Boston for five days and had three meals there. The outside tables are fun for people watching. They have very good creamy clam chowda (wish it was a little chunkier though) and good jalapeño poppers filled with buffalo chicken (love it - will try to do on my own at home). We had Sunday Brunch there, the only day they serve breakfast (so disappointing!). They have a limited selection of breakfast food, so I chose the corned beef hash, which I try almost everywhere. Although not the best I have ever had it was way better than I expected. Everyone else loved their egg dishes, so it was a hit. The have a huge and tasty "Saucy Bloody Mary" - just the right spice and very good homemade mix. Many other Bloody Mary options, from regular to extra spicy. On another night, we watched game 3 of the Stanley Cup at the bar with Alexis. She is an attentive and fun bartender and much to my surprise, makes a very decent Manhattan (the best I had in my entire trip, even better than the Marriot). Typically younger bartenders don't make them well, but Alexis knows her stuff!
(4)H T.
Can only comment on the beer and sports atmosphere. It's was a fun place to visit to watch Boston sports, but it was pretty packed (standing room only). They have a ton of TVs so you can always catch the game regardless of where you're standing/sitting. The service was a bit annoying/uncomfortable. Lots of beer on tap and ice cold bottled beer. Don't think I'd return, seems like there are better Boston sports bars in the area.
(2)Deep S.
Worst place ever. Racist bouncer. Never go there. Ever! It was my girlfriend's birthday and the bouncer didn't let me in.
(1)Nikki I.
Great Wings!
(3)david c.
Not crazy about the loud rap music. Steak & lobster only good, but that is hard to mess-up. This seems like a drinking establishment.
(2)Jeremy K.
What is the draw that brings the huge crowds to Whiskey's on a daily basis? The 20 cent wings deal that they have running most (if not all) week days? The convenient location? I'm not really sure I'll ever find out but my multiple experiences there have left me wanting a lot more. The place itself is extremely generic. It looks like every bar. It feels like every other bar. It's almost always packed, there's always food residues on the floor, the bathrooms are cramped and dirty and the service is hit or miss. With the music blaring in the background, which seemed to feature a lot of Ke$ha sadly enough, I returned there last night to take advantage of their cheap wings with a couple of buddies. From the second I tried to order a beer from our inexperienced waitress, I knew that the evening would be a drag. When asked what I wanted to drink, I asked what their craft beers were and got this lovely response: "What are craft beers? You mean like... bud light and PBR?" Oh god. Seriously? Are you kidding me? I settled for Rapscallion on tap and awaited our first batch of 30 wings which were actually not bad at all. Wish I could have said the same about the second batch which we ordered thirty seconds later and which tasted completely different and was undercooked. Apparently the owners of Whiskey's are the same as the ones of the Pour House but it doesn't seem to show. I find the Pour House cleaner and much better somehow and I'm not sure I'd ever want to return to Whiskey's. Not a fan at all. PS: To however designed the bar and the layout of the place: you sir, have failed. That bar takes up 80% of the available space making for a very cramped experience for us patrons. Seriously, you might want to remodel.
(2)Chris L.
Great Bar specials- 25 cent wings and 2.99 pizzas were very good...Bartender was very attentive and friendly, I would definitely recommend this place for a good affordable lunch.
(4)Jennifer J.
Okay. Just came in yesterday afternoon. Was really appealed to the .25 wings. FYI you have to buy a drink non alcoholic or alcoholic for every 10pc of wings. It comes in either honey buffalo or traditional buffalo. Me and my best friend came here for the cheap wings and a good laugh. We've been here last year an I vaguely remember what the food was like...although I specifically remember the $2.99 pepperoni pizza was gross. But this time around we just got wings and beer. Both pretty awesome. I don't drink beer but this girl told me about this angry orchard apple cider that was good, and I asked the waitress at whiskey's about if they had it she said no but suggested a similar beer called the woodchuck cider which was really good. Overall I enjoyed myself but beware it gets crazy busy after 5:30 because obviously the business people from prudential and surrounding area came in like roaches and luckily for us we were almost finished because it was so packed. I'll give it 4 stars.
(4)Thomas L.
Stopped in the other night after work for some .20 wings and a couple of "1/2 price apps". Of the 20 wings ordered, half had no sauce or a very small amount. And when we got the bill, it was significantly higher than expected. Why? Because only a select few apps are actually 1/2 price. The bartender must have been too busy oogling his counterpart to bother to tell us that the apps on the actual menu aren't the apps that are 1/2 price. All in all a decent stop for a few beers and some pre-packaged frozen appetizers.
(2)Anna K.
I've been here before and it's typical Boylston bar scene. Not stellar, but manageable for a good time with friends. This past weekend was different. Went on a Saturday with a couple friends. Got drinks at the bar. It was pretty crowded so we found a corner to stand in, which was right by the front door about 20 feet away from the bouncers and in plain view. Some guy who is disgustingly drunk lecherously approaches and starts talking to us. I immediately ignore. He continues to try to talk to my girlfriend for a while, but then she goes to the bathroom. He then refocuses attention on me and starts saying gross pick up lines and won't take any hint or direct instruction to "go away." He proceeds to caress my inner thigh and that's when I lost it. My friends and I tried to get him to go away but he would not listen. I escalated my word choice and put my hands up defensively to keep him away from me. My back was to a wall so I could not back up any further and he kept trying to lean in closer. He finally went over to the bouncers to say I was trying to fight him. Ridiculous since he was trying to touch and mess with ME. He proceeds to come BACK over to us explaining that he is being asked to leave. He still would not leave us alone. Why didn't security escort him to the bar and then back out so he would stay away from us?? After he left, security approaches me and says if I have another problem "I should tell them instead of handling it myself." Are you freaking kidding me?? Two security guards were standing 20 feet from me and saw EVERYTHING but did NOTHING and then proceed to tell me that it's MY job to have them do THEIR job?? Screw this place. There was also this guy sitting at the bar who was wasted and fell off of his barstool knocking it and himself to the ground. This happened right in front of security and he was not kicked out. I'm never coming back and I pray all other women take my advice and steer clear because you are not safe here. They should be protecting their customers, especially women, and cutting people off at the bar when they're too drunk. This place is unacceptable. End of story.
(1)Tom D.
Small-- Almost no where to walk or hang out. Bathrooms are smaller than most closets Trashy-- Always trashy people here Not cheap-- They serve 9 dollars 32oz pitchers like there some sort of CRAZYYYYYYYYYYYY deal. These same pitchers are 3 bucks across town at Jose Macs Only plus I can think of its right on boylston street. If it was anywhere else I would not have been here more than once
(2)Lisa R.
This place is pretty gross and it is always sardine-packed BEYOND belief. The ONLY reason this place gets 2 stars instead of 1 is because of the ridiculously cheap pizza deal when you buy beer. With all the other decent bars on Boylston St, I would not waste my time on this one.
(2)JD D.
Went in on a Sunday to watch the 2nd half of the Patriots game. It was crowded but we were able to get a booth and ordered up beers, nachos, and wings. I didn't love the wings like some other reviewers on here; I enjoyed the nachos but I would skip the chili add-on next time. Our waitress, Leah, was very attentive and friendly and not dressed like a self-absorbed stripper referee, which I appreciated. Prices also were reasonable given that this neighborhood is tourist central. I'd go back to watch a game but I wouldn't make it a regular hangout.
(3)Jennifer D.
I guess if you have one bad experience, it sticks with you forever and that's how I feel about Whiskeys. The only thing this place has going for it is location. I went here with my husband to hit some local bars and do the touristy Boston thing. I didn't have a sip of alcohol in me when we arrived and order a Coors Light. After milking this beer for almost 45 minutes and quietly talking amongst ourselves in the corner, we decided to order another drink at the bar and I was told the manager said to "cut me off". Shocked by this, I knew there had to be a mistake as I had the most watered down beer possible and asked to speak to this manager for clarification. He explained to me very rudely that I "stumbled" when walking from one side of the bar to the other side when I went to go to the bathroom. Really? You mean when I was trying to get around the loud, ridiculously drunk people packed like sardines walking in my heels? I had a full conversation with this idiot, clearly not even slightly intoxicated and he continued to be a jerk. I've heard this to be a common problem here too many times now and I refuse to ever spend a penny here again.
(1)Javi K.
Bar staff is literally retarded I think. I walked over there with 0 alcohol in me and was told I can't go in because I was visibly intoxicated (not sure how that works without drinking anything). Anyway bar staff is aweful - in particular Anthony and Frank. I would recommend they go back to elementary school for some English comprehension courses.
(1)Lise K.
Dear Whiskey's, I wanted to like you, I really did. I had high hopes that we'd be good for each other but in the end I think it's best that we go our seperate ways. At first glance it was love at first sight, a lively crowd, two dollar pizzas, an impressive variety of beers on tap, good music, the signs all pointed to the start of a beautiful thing. I felt let-down however when one of your waitresses insisted that my friend's Irish coffee was rimmed in cinnamon sugar when it was most definitely salt. The coffee was passed around the table and the complete consensus was that the glass had been accidentally rimmed with salt. I appreciated your insistance that it was cinnamon sugar, but I couldn't help but be insulted that you'd question my ability to tell the difference between sugar and salt. Maybe if your waitress hadn't refused to send the drink back and correct the complaint, I would've shrugged it off as a simple mistake. A bit miffed, I forged ahead in our relationship, despite it already being less sweet (pun intended). Our party ordered another round of drinks and waited patiently. Upon arrival of the drinks, I noticed perched on one of the beer glasses was an orange slice proudly wearing a produce sticker. Now Whiskey's, I understand that your bartenders are undoubtably busy serving up drinks and good times, but to ignore an entire produce sticker stuck to a fruit slice is just tacky. Between the two incidents mentioned above and the unimpressive mixed drinks that all tasted like crystal light, I couldn't see this relationship working out. You can keep your produce stickers and margarita salt, I can find cheap pizza elsewhere. I think it's best that I see other bars and you see other people. Don't get me wrong; it's not me, it's you. Hope all goes well, Lise
(1)Jackie C.
The food is great!! And the service is Ok to pretty good. I think they forget about you sometimes but you can't beat the prices.
(4)Max R.
I used to come to Whiskey's every Sunday for sports, wings, and a good beer. I think there is a new manager who is running this place into the ground. They got rid of the HD sports!!!! WTF! Seriously it's like the manager is trying to cut every corner he can to save money. I can't watch hockey, baseball, football, or basketball on 20th century TV technology. The new manager works shifts at the bar and treated me and my friends poorly when he told us about the new rules for wings (now $0.25/wing which used to be $0.20/wing). The bartenders other than the new manager (big Irish looking guy) have been fantastic. They get you drinks quick and know and ask if you need a new one. My problem with the place is that all these new changes have been for the worse! If you're going to change something, make it better than before, right? Bottom line, a sports bar should let you watch sports. They use at least one TV for random slide show crap; shouldn't they have sports on a primely located TV? The wings are good, but the manager who's there on Sundays makes me feel uncomfortable. He told me and my friends that he loses money on the cheap wings deal. And then told us he makes his money off beer sales. 2 weeks later guess what happened? Instead of being allowed to order 10, 20, or 30 wings at a time for $0.20/wing with a drink, now you have to order a drink for every 10 wings and now it's $0.25/wing. Why the hell would you change a deal that has historically created a following and regular customers? Now I can't watch sports there, I have to balance my drinking to save money ($8 for 20 wings and a beer vs. $17 for 20 wings and two beers with today's wing rules), and the manager has replaced a hot girl at the bar with his pompous self. I literally buy less alcohol now because of the changes in wing rules. I use to be like, "It's Sunday! Lets go to Whiskey's and get some beers!" Now I'm like, "Ehh... I don't know if I want to go there," and then I buy as few beers as I am allowed, to eat my damn wings. This place used to be a good sports bar with a good atmosphere for getting drunk on a Sunday, but now I will only buy two beers tops and leave slightly upset because there is no HD, and there are increased prices on a promotional wings deal that used to be my reason for coming here! Something needs to happen because this new manager has destroyed my loyalty.
(1)Devon A.
They let me come in even though I wasn't 21 yet so that's pretty cool. They have good ass food for cheap! I got this chicken quesadilla and fries for like $10 or $11. I was pretty satisfied with them. Plus it was the first Sunday of football so it was exciting to eat and watch my Giants play the Cowboys, even though they lost -_-. But good place to go eat if you're 21 and up and in certain of some $2 pizza deal on Thursdays at like 11 or something like that. So head over there with some friends if you're in the Back Bay area around the Prudential center
(4)Chris B.
OK - a solid 3 stars, maybe even 4. This is exactly what I picture a Boston bar to be. A cool place to meet up with friends, watch a game, hang out... It's a "good times" kind of place. Entertainment was provided by a zoot suited gentleman (ok gentleman is a strong word for what this guy is) hollering at the Celtics game. Our waitress informed us that he is a regular - and is pretty intense - all the time. All in all, a great place for a diet pepsi. My colleagues had beers. Oh - and WTF with the diet pepsi everywhere? I can't find a diet coke in this town to save my life!
(3)Kyle P.
Good neighbourhood place, I live literally two blocks form there, and its just a great place to hang out. Bartenders are fast, get what you need, they can do table service also if you end up sitting at the tables for food after the kitchen is closed. They do have $1 pizzas, and its pretty good for a dollar. It is always crowded, so if you are claustrophobic, not a place for you. OK music, but there is no room to dance so who cares. You definitely should circle the bar once just in-case you bump into someone you know, you always will. This place is usually full of university students and recent grads, so it get pretty loud, not a place for a date night. Overall, go, and you will have a good time.
(4)J. E.
frozen lobster... sold as "fresh," wings that are obviously frozen before being cooked... GM with a god complex... miniature bouncers who behave like they are gigantic, and a zero tolerance policy for fun... think i will go to their sister bar Pour House and actually have a good time... P.S. DO NOT ever order the cheese steak. P.P.S. no one who works there looks like the hot chicks on their website.,
(1)Todd O.
This used to be my absolute favorite place to get chicken wings. It was here that I reached my personal best of 53 wings and 3 margaritas. However it is too inconsistent to be anything other than middle of the road. From time to time the wing sauce was far too tomatoey which throws off my ability to put them down. The wings used to be 10 cents during happy hour and some other times, then they increased it to 15 cents! I know. You're thinking big deal. But imagine your gas increased 50%! It's a ballsy move. When's it's good it's great, but be wary chicken wing lovers.
(3)Koko R.
Terrible service. made me sick because the server assured me there was no gluten in my steak and low and behold it was soaked in it. Was sick as a dog later. The manager was rude as well when I tried to explain to her. It's a college bar- if your a college kid then go for it
(1)Tarah H.
I know, I know. I'm committing some sort of Yelp sin by not giving this place one or two stars. But hear me out. No, it's not really my favorite crowd Thursday-Sat night. But just because it's not my ideal doesn't make it bad. The staff is friendly and tries to be as helpful as can be. The bartenders are pretty good and wait staff ranges from good to the sometimes awesome. It's not fine dining, but the food's decent. They make their own cole slaw and BBQ sauce, that I happen to like a lot. Burgers and chicken sandwiches are good. The Turkey Reuben is worth a try and Gator Eggs not to be missed. The Kahlua Brownie Sundae is sinfully good. Also, their wings are some of the best I've had in town. Tuesday night trivia adds to the appeal. So no, Whiskey's may not be the best in town, but it's a pretty reliable meal and a decent spot to chill after work or watch the game.
(3)Brendan M.
Nice bar good atmosphere great prices for the area. Buffalo sauce was tasty good looking girls bartending. Cant ask for more from the bar.
(3)Erin P.
WORST DINING EXPERIENCE EVER!!!! HORRENDOUS!!! Please, don't even bother going here. Our server was awful. She impatient for us to order and then once we did she disappeared. Our food was very cold by the time we actually got it. But neither of these things could be considered the worst part. At the end of our meal, one of the people I was with mentioned how poor our time at Whiskey's was. He said it loudly, and he shouldn't have, but the response we got from this was APPALLING! Soon after, our table was suddenly surrounded by staff members. They were YELLING at the person I was with and claiming he was a racist! One of the women yelling claimed he called her a racial slur, yelled "white boy" at him several times, and then literally threw our bill at him. She demanded he pay his bill and, "Get the hell out!" It may have been one of the most embarrassing moments of my life... and it was all completely undeserved. I will NEVER go back and I hope this deters other from doing so too! HORRIFIC!
(1)Ivan R.
Visiting Boston, I found myself eating some Texas BBQ - really! Upon arriving, I found myself being carded at the door. It wasn't hard to find a table on a Thursday night but I could definitely picture this place getting crowded on a Friday or Saturday night, during happy hour etc...TV's everywhere to watch the game, good crowd! Only 3.2 Miles from the Sam Adams Brewery, you know you're getting some fresh stuff! Ooooh, I love Boston!! Ordered the buffalo wings, 1 pound (10 wings) for about $6.95 or 2 pounds (20 wings) for $9.95...good stuff!, good quality wings...plenty of meat on them, good texture, good taste (although the spicy wasn't - wish they could deliver some heat!). Seeing the menu was filled with attempts at Mexican food like burritos & fajitas, as well as BBQ like ribs, etc, the BBQ Brisket seemed pretty safe...and it was, no better or worse than that though. The portions where huge, even for a guy like me who usually cleans his plate. My buddy got the fajitas, which arrived on 3 plates...yeah, that was too much food too... Service wasn't great, and trying to pay the check wasn't good at all...we met some friends there later in the night who wanted to split their part of the check..."Please put the Blue Moon and the margarita on this card..." - so the waitress brought another blue moon and another margarita, took my cash to cover the entire bill and couldn't fix it without 30 minutes of waiting and headache...she blamed us because SHE didn't understand, that's really bad customer service. After all that, we still ended up losing money on the transaction, we just gave up and checked out McGreevy's on the next block. Speaking of the service, some of the waitresses there are dressed in daisy dukes and tight t-shirts...its just a shame none of them are attractive :( the bartenders were pretty cute though, wearing fitted tank tops which were just as seasonally inappropriate as their tans :) Bottom line, follow the rules...have some beer, have some wings, don't make the bill too complicated...you'll have a great night!!
(2)Sara M.
We used to come here a lot for the 10 cent wings deal, which was always a good time. The wings were large and plump, with a good amount of sauce. The beers were cold and plentiful. The only thing you had to do was get there early enough to grab some tables in the bar area. The clientele seemed to be alright, maybe bordering on preppy/cocky but we did see some cuties. That could have just been when we went though so don't quote me on that. I haven't frequented this place often enough for either food or drinking but it seemed just okay to me.
(3)Bob G.
A few of my co-workers and I went there twice while working at PAX east. The first night was crowded and crazy (Thursday) but I cannot fault the restaurant with that as we were promptly seated. The second night was Sunday and though it wasn't super busy they had only 2 people working the floor and it took forever to get a seat.... but the bouncer was cool and got someone to help us. As far as food goes, the portions were huuuuge and the prices were very reasonable. Being from the Bay Area, California most restaurants in big cities jack up the prices. I had pulled pork the first night and it was really good. The second I had fish and chips and it was not too bad. In conclusion, yes it's bar food but very good bar food especially for the price. I'd totally go there again.
(4)Nikki I.
Great place to watch games while having some good food. I went on the Saturday of St. Patty's Day weekend, crowded and a bit of a drunk crowd, as expected. Oddly, they had a mariachi band perform on behalf of Corona, not necessarily basking in Irish pride. Then went to watch the Elite Eight games and our waitress was incredibly enthusiastic in all aspects of her job. It was funny for the most part, at some points we weren't sure how to react. Pulled pork sandwich was underwhelming. The pork wasn't cooked as much as I would normally like and the sauce didn't make up for it. Thankfully, the fries were very good. I was not expecting the Fire and Ice cukes. They were original! The Blackened Steak Sandwich was so good! The meat was perfectly cooked, the bread was wonderful and the sauce complimented the whole sandwich well. There is alot of food in that one sandwich so be prepared to reorganize the goodies to actually be able to eat it without making a complete mess. The fajitas were flavorful and filling, they come with alot of sides and the options for the sides are flexible depending on what you want. The margaritas were tasty as well. The strawberry one was a nice start to the evening while the Rasperry-Lemon margarita was quite strong but also a great way to get a buzz on for the rest of the night. As for going there for a Boston bar experience, I wouldn't recommend it. It is a bit cramped and hot. The bathroom is not fun to go to and the crowd is very blah and collegey. A good pregame spot though :)
(3)Taja R.
I tried to like this place. I really did. But the things that tainted my experience put the nail in the coffin. The last time I dined there, they almost food poisoned someone in my party. We asked the server several times if they had pork in one of their dishes, because my friend has an intolerance/allergy to it, as evidenced by the last time they tried pork for the first time. The last thing I wanted that was another hospital trip and stomach pump that evening. Anyway, we asked her several times before the food arrived if it contained pork. She rolled her eyes and assured us that there was no pork in the dish. When we got the food and tasted it, it clearly tasted and smelled like pork. We said to the server "We really hope you checked with the kitchen, because he has an allergy to pork and I would hate for this to be pork." Her eyes got really wide, and she ran back to the kitchen. She came back with a "manager" that looked no older than 15, who apologized and told us that it was in fact pork! We asked the girl 5 times before the food arrived that we could not have pork, and she clearly didn't care until we told her about the allergy after the fact. We left that restaurant and didn't even finish our drinks. Poor customer service and total disregard for the guest have officially made me an ex-customer.
(1)nomo c.
Can I give this place ZERO stars? Maybe it deserves 1 star since the wings are 15 cents and most of the waitresses are decently nice. BUT the bartender "PAT" is a jerk. 1.He was only concerned about flirting with booty shorts girl. 2.My friends and I saw him sticking his hands under her pits then serving beers to other patrons. 3.He never checked on our food, we had to ask another waitress to find out if our food was ready. 4.Whenever we'd try to get his attention, we saw him mouthe "what does she want now..." 5. I saw a waiter bring back a drink b/c there was a bug in it. One waitress fished it out with her finger. They told the bartender about the bug and make a new drink. He told them he wasn't going to and to put a new straw in it and send it back. I watched with anticipation and horror hoping they wouldn't give back the SAME drink with the BUG fished out with a FINGER. But that's exactly what happened. If you ordered a margharita on a Thursday night, sorry, that was the same drink buddy.. This bartender violated so many health codes, he should be terminated.
(1)Gerardo F.
Frankly, this place is a poor man's Pour House (which is located barely a minute away). The staff members are not friendly at all (well, with the exception of one waiter who seemed ok), the food portions are surprisingly small, the food is poorly cooked (I had breakfast twice and lunch once there) and the majority of the clientele are either drunk/rude college kids, wannabe tough guys in their late 20s and construction workers getting drunk.
(2)Aditi R.
It was a pretty nasty day out on Saturday but considering it's one of the last days of summer we decided to end our night at a bar on boylston and this happened to be the place all my friends ended up being in. It was PACKED! Thank god I'm relatively small and can weasel my way in front of the bartender, otherwise getting a drink seemed like a nightmare. It's your typical bar on boylston, nothing special. Drinks are relatively cheap and there is ample enough room to mingle, but the bar does take up a significant portion of the space so once it's crowded, it's slightly difficult to move around. The music is alright, nothing special. I didn't have the food there so can't really comment on that, but definitely did end up having a good night, but that I can attribute mainly to friends, not to the venue. At the end of the day though, I won't mind going there again. Cheap drinks and good friends make me happy :)
(3)Bryanne R.
I end up here usually after a long night of partying. If you're people hunting, I'd suggest this place. You can meet some very legit...and some very sketch here. I once started dancing with a guy (they do not have a dance floor here ps) by the bar who then disappeared. I saw him after I left the place...singing on Boylston for some change. Classy Bryanne, classy. They have reasonable drinks...are tolerant of the intoxicated crowd...and will put up with you starting your own dance party. The one thing I'm not a fan of (which some guys might like) are the skanky outfits the female bartenders have to wear. **Make sure to have a credit card or some other form of ID if you're from out of state.
(4)Andrew T.
I'm no dreamboat or anything, but holy hell, 95% of the crowd is a 5 or lower, no matter what sex. And let's not forget that it's mad gross, crowded, and composed 50/50 of college students and swarthy older people who can't afford to prowl at Abe and Louie's. Maybe if I was tryin to knock boots with some not-so-fly honeys Special K style, I would consider coming here. My "n" is only 2 visits, but it's been exactly the same everytime I've been, which are Saturday nights. For what it's worth, I'd rather go to the Pour House if I wanna slum like a college student. One star for bouncers/bartenders who aren't complete dicks.
(1)christopher c.
Whiskey's is the mecca for douchy tourist and douchier college kids in Back Bay. Save yourself some time and skip this one. I have heard they have good wings...
(1)Jonathan P.
We arrived in the afternoon before first night. We decided to sit on the bar, but were consistently ignored by the bartenders... After waiting a few minutes, had to stand up and wave in order to get noticed. Two stars for the service.
(2)Arestia R.
Whiskey's is such a meat market. And I love it. This was stop 5 on our Boylston Birthday Pub Crawl (clearly we skipped Lir. Ew. It wishes it was an Irish bar and locals tend to stay away and so should you). I always talk to strangers here, which is the best reason to come here. The bartenders are fast and attentive and the music videos they play on their tv screens at night are awesome/hilarious. You have to realize what you're stepping into. Get your drafts in a plastic cup and get out there and make some friends.
(3)Dan B.
Way too loud to have a conversation: the music is loud and the people are louder. Brisket was way too fatty -- even after you think you cut it all away. And this was just a typical Thursday evening with music videos playing. Won't be going back.
(1)Brian W.
Whiskey's has some great food. I stopped by here a couple weeks ago and had some steak tips ordered rare. They were perfectly cooked-- the definition of rare-- and tasted awesome. They didn't skimp on the food and I was stuffed after scarfing it all down my fat mouth. Nice drink selection, pretty nice bar and atmosphere, but typically way too crowded on late nights. I must admit, though, waiting times aren't bad at all. I went with a group of 5 at 7:00pm on a Friday night and only waited ten minutes for a table.. with no reservation. Tell me a freaking Wendy's where that's possible. Chea.
(4)Claire S.
One of my favorite places in Boston, as a student I am really sensitive to price and whiskey's is very affordable! $25 for a dinner for 2 with beers! They have wide range of burgers and the pizza are incredible. It's a casual place where I like to hang out, watch sports with friends...
(5)Courtney H.
This bar is good, but nothing spectacular. It can get kind of loud if you just want to relax and have a few beers, especially with game crowds. The food is decent and the drinks are good also. It's just that it's so close to the Pour House, all I think about is how I could have had a much larger beer for the same price two doors down. Another odd thing is that if you sit by the window, people are constantly stopping and looking at the TV screens that face the outside for game scores. While I've done this myself while walking down Boylston, it definitely feels like people are staring right at you for a few minutes. Just a bit awkward!
(3)Alan L.
This is another typical college bar with a less TVs but serves better food than The Pour House. Another hang out join for local business people and college students.
(3)L And T S.
Place was packed and we figured wings and beer would be good. Service is slow and wings are eh. Beer is good, but I prefer good food with my beer.
(2)Sam T.
This place is my little piece of Florida in the city of Boston. I walk in, sit at the bar, I am surrounded by televisions with college football (instead of the Red Sox game) and the bartender tells me they have half off on wings and cheap beer. Sold!!! You can't beat 20 wings, fries and 4 beers for less than $30. I have found my Saturday college football bar. Go Gators!!!
(4)Luke C.
I feel like Whiskey's gets a bad rap. It has its pitfalls like most bars, but I feel that they are outweighed by the positives. Friday and Saturday nights can get a bit crowded here, so I would try to go either early those nights, or stick to the other 5 nights. Why do I give it 4 stars? Because I've been here many times and have always had a good time. Also, the drinks are cheap, the girls are cute, and the bartenders wear small jean shorts. Oh yea, Monday night has 15 cent wings, which makes for a cheap dinner.
(4)Hannah W.
Nachos and Fajita was filling and edible, but nothing so good about it. nothing special, nothing stands out at all. it w
(2)Jeffrey K.
Take a. . . Sports bar Irish bar Dive bar College dudes and chicks going to drink for the first time, 30something dudes trying to bang those chicks A creepy 50something dude trying to look cool Overpriced drinks complimented by poor service and a long ass line for no apparent reason, and you have Whiskey's. Enjoy.
(1)Diane D.
"Meh, I've experienced better", as the two star mark decidedly notes, EXACTLY expresses my feeling toward Whiskeys. Whiskeys isn't awful...it's not a place I complain about if friends want to meet there or avoid if I'm in the neighborhood - but I also never have thought to myself "yeah I think I'd really like to go to Whiskeys tonight." Everything about it is entirely average - and on some nights - just plain sub par. The drinks are usually pretty weak, the food is blah, and the set-up of the interior with the big bar in the middle isn't great for mingling or hanging out with a group of friends. Whiskeys. Specializing in "Meh".
(2)Jeffrey H.
This place is like the epicenter of Boylston nightlife that I detest. As if they were cattle, the clientele is corralled into the center of the venue, enclosed in between the main bar and some surrounding counter tops. Within the enclosure, you'll find some of your stereotypical MTV wannabe failures who guzzle liquid dreams and drown their liver probably because their fifth REAL WORLD OMAHA tape submission was sent back with a REJECT stamp. Bouncers will hold the line in order along Boylston Street and remain oblivious to the people who hop the cigarette rope line to sneak inside. I witnessed a very disappointed Iraq War veteran get declined admission after insufficient identification (he only had his military I.D.). I gladly obstructed the bouncer's view when the veteran jumped the rope. Inside waitresses run around crazy and will do their best to ignore you, even when you're seated a table. You'll also find more bouncers who will order you to find a seat if you're outside the corral--I'm sorry you miss the glory days of being high school football captain and champion beirut player but if I'm going to be in here for another minute, I'm going to need a nice tall glass of beer and for you to calm the hell down. I only come here when I'm dragged here. Clearly the only reason they make money off of me is because I'll spend the cash to blackout as fast as I can. At least there's no cover or dancing. For that two stars.
(2)Alan B.
This place adheres to the typical Boylston bar formula. Stock a bar, charge average prices for drinks (read: not expensive). Add a kitchen with incredibly bad-for-you food, charge next to nothing for it. Apply people liberally. Shake and pour. But here's where it goes wrong. Ever see those cartoons where a character does a high dive from a ridiculously high diving board into a glass of water? That's kind of what happens when Whiskey's tries to serve up its take on the Boylston bar concoction. See, Whiskey's has this monstrosity of a bar placed right in the middle of the already small space. Then, there are stools all around the bar. Even if the bar's empty, it's impossible for two people to walk side-by-side anywhere in the place. But it's never empty. On the contrary, I don't think the owners understand the word "capacity". And even with the gigantic bar, they only have two people manning a bar that could easily use an extra 2 or 4 hands.
(2)Kristin N.
Go here to drink at the bar for about 2 beers then leave, do not sit at a table, do not expect to get served promptly, go directly to Lir or The Poor House. We sat at our table for about 15 minutes trying to find our waitress for the check. It was hard because they all look the same (tiny, blonde and bitchy) I've been lucky enough to hit the bar early and with big groups of people so I've never had issues there. But once in a while, I'll definitely come in contact with the bar tender who thinks she's the shit and will not serve you because you also have boobs.
(2)Tarun D.
If you're bored in Boston and feel like having a drink, and see alcohol abusive college kids, this is the place to be! There are tons of attractive people!...around the vicinity of this bar, not in it. There slogan should be: 'Whiskey's... Standards Are Overrated"
(2)Festher C.
Here's a confession. I love and hate this place all at once. TEN CENT WINGS ARE TO DIE FOR. The wings are succulent, spicy, the perfect combination of cripsy and juicy and they are so dirt freaking cheap. My friends and I come here almost every week. We love their skinny fries. Their nachos are overwhelming and not that good but the wings and fries never ever let us down. I don't really like beer so I wash the wings down with a nice, cold, large bottle of Magners or sometimes, a Cuba Libre. I have become so proficient at wing eating, that in one quick sudden movement, I can break the wing at the perfect spot and get all bones on the right hand and all meat on the left. No I'm not kidding. Drinks are regular price, which sucks. They also do half off appetizers before 7pm. Wings are Monday through Thursday til 11pm and I believe 15 cents on game days or when the Pats play. Waitstafff are HORRIBLE, I think about 99% of the waitresses are super bitches that are about 19 years old and think they're the hottest things to hit sports bars since the eighties. Not cute. Plus they're very rude. I've also seen the guy bartender take a drink complaint from a customer who said there was a bug in her margarita. Then saw the bartender stick his finger in the margarita and pull the bug out and re-serve it to the unknowing customer. Gross. Otherwise, Whiskey's is my Boston staple. I have a love hate relationship with anything I am dependent on.
(3)Greg D.
This place use to be pretty good, but not anymore. This place has gone down hill in the last few years because of their price point. Management needs to get that back in control. Over $6 for a Bud Light is just to much for this type of place. The way this place is designed, it is completely packed in some areas and empty in others. They should really re-model Whiskey's to make it more user friendly. Pretty easy to meet people here. More lower to Mid-twenties crowd. Good location on Boylston, but there are other bars that are better here. Be prepared to wait in line even if it is not busy. They like it that way.
(2)M -dot W.
The Good : Its a choice on Boylston St. if you want to pre-game before the club or just have some quick , not-that-expensive drinks amongst tipsy, sleep-deprived college students ( and their family visiting them) and Boston tourists that just want to get effed up The Bad : On weekend nights, (especially if theres a graduation or alot of tourist in Boston for whatever reason) there is usually a long line outside to get in and then bar is crowded , depending on what you are looking for there are other choices in area. The Ugly : On some nights you might have a wait to get inside and bartenders are usually overwhelmed so more wait to weave through the crowd to grab a drink.
(3)Tom M.
Great cheap wings. Good food. beers ok prices. Hot waitresses. Only issues is it gets too crowded and the waitresses I have are idiots. I typically choose to stiff their tips cause they have so many mess ups. They also chose to not accommodate my need to have pulled pork on my nachos! About every place would accommodate that
(2)Tin T.
Yesterday was my first time going to Whiskey, I heard the steak here was really good. So my friends and I went out for dinner and the steak was ehhh... It was overcooked and there was no flavor to it. It was the texas T-bone steak, and boy was it big. I wanted to order the twin lobster but they ran out. The service was good, the waiter came back and checked up on us each time she passed by. I gave it a 3 stars because the service was good and the wings was good too. My friend ordered a few mixed drinks, I had two beers. I would come back and eat here again, I just wouldn't order a steak.
(3)Heather O.
Pretty average bar food (although I wanted a grilled cheese and it wasn't on the menu). The drinks were fine in regards to alcohol content and price. Our waitress was pretty attentive and all the hostesses wore little denim bootie shorts. Your all-around average Boylston Street bar... My two favorite parts of the evening were: 1. The music accompanied by the video for whatever song that was playing. Even got to see NKOTB's "Right Stuff" video. Only the boys from NKOTB can make driving over the Tobin and running around abandoned buildings in Chelsea in the year 1989 look so cool! 2. As we were leaving we noticed at least two tables with kids at them on a Friday night around 8:30pm. Our friend says to me, "Who brings their kids to a place called "WHISKEY'S"? Isn't that way they have TGI Fridays?" Very good point Heath...
(3)Caroline P.
Nothing bad about the bar, was crowded though and hard to find a place to stand. The 99 cent pizza was really good though, except on our pepperoni pizza THERE WAS A PIECE OF CHEWED GUM ON THE BOTTOM OF A SLICE. Like between the plate and crust, it was disgusting. They replaced it for free obviously, but how does one serve a pizza with chewed gum on the bottom? Besides that my night was fun, but the idea of accidentally eating that gum...disgusting.
(1)T W.
I arrived here to meet a friend at 11pm on Friday night. The bar was crowded, it was full of a mixed crowd, but the common thread was casual (2 guys in button down shirts seemed out of place). I found the staff to be slow, most likely because it was so crowded, but nonetheless I had to wait 5 minutes to get served. The beer selection was all right, but nothing special. The decor was all right, but nothing special, nor did there seem to be any 1 reason people come here. I did not try the food, but would not come back for the atmosphere.
(2)Jaclyn N.
The stars are for the $.10 wings only. The beers are average and all over $5 apiece, their music is 50/50 decent/unbearable, and they have non-erotic photo hunt. Seriously, is this a family establishment? If you're going to have that machine, put something good on it! Buckhunter is there though, and fortunately for Whiskey's, not hard to get wrong. I've been on weekends when it's packed and a sausage-fest (not that I have a big problem with sausage festivals, but more the quality of the sausage). The real problem is that it takes me ages to get a drink, and none of the bartenders ever seem to have a clue about what planet they're on. Just eat the wings, skip the beer, and move on!
(2)David H.
You know what's sad? This place really does have the potential to be a great bar. The atmosphere is great, the music they play is good, and its a nice big place, so there's plenty of space to move. So I know what you're asking: then why would you review this place 2 stars? I'll tell you why, skipper. The place is overflowed with college kids and ugly people looking to get drunk and act like shmucks, that's why! The crowd just doesn't mix well together. It's like going to a pig pen overcrowded with chickens and horses: they don't mix! The bouncers don't know the meaning of "quota" and "demographics". They'll let the first person with a douchebag grin on their face right in! There's never any lines waiting to go inside, because everyone is automatically let in! For god sakes, I don't know what the point is for having a bouncer. More like a butler to me: opens the door for all patrons. Secondly, this place is really cheap. And why is that a bad thing? I'll tell you why, captain. Because it's on Boylston Street! If this bar were located in Brighton, Chinatown, or anywhere near those areas, then it would be highly appreciated to have a cheap bar. But since it's in the classiest section of Boston, you get a bunch of college kids in a place where that's the very last thing you want to see. Go to Comm Ave, assholes. And finally, the service is terrible. They have turtles working for them. It takes forever just to get a drink. After barely squeezing in to grab a spot at the bar, it took the guy 30 minutes to serve me one damn beer! I definitely needed that beer to calm down. In short, if you feel like mingling with drunken frat boys, or maybe just looking for a grimey joint in the Boylston area, then check this baby out. But if you're sensible, I suggest you keep walking down and not waste your time in there.
(2)Chris A.
I have never been here on a Friday or Saturday night. So let's get that out of the way. I have been to this bar a half dozen times.... for Sunday afternoon, games on weeknights or after work happy hour.... and I couldn't ask for more. The wings are solid under any circumstance, much less for 20 cents. The pizzas, while not the highest quality, are still only $2 during happy hour and well worth it. The only things keeping this from being five stars: 1) prices for single beers are a bit steep. 2) It's extremely annoying that I can be sitting in one seat and am eligible for the food deals but not the tower of beer special.... and the table directly next to me is available for the tower of beer special, but not the food deals. A 3.5 rather than a 4, but can't do half stars, so I will give the benefit of the doubt due to the friendly staff.
(4)EricaLynn J.
Long lines and average service, hit or miss food - depends on the day. Inexpensive, sure, but I'd rather have better service and food for the extra few bucks. The drinks aren't bad at all - and there's usually some good specials going on... but the ambiance and shoddy service is enough to keep me away usually and seek out good brews elsewhere.
(2)Amanda L.
This is a great place to stop by when you can't get to a Red Sox game. The girls here are really sweet and all decked out in game gear! They always have creative new cocktails that they are advertising and have specials on which I love! I am always a fan of some cheap bar grub when I am out on the town and Whiskey's definitely has it. I recommend the pizza. It is cheap and will soak up any unwanted toxins for your drive home!
(4)Liam D.
I generally don't like bars with red hue lighting because it makes me feel like i'm entering hell. Often times, I've found that bars that have red lights DO in fact make me wonder if I entered hell. But i'm willing to give it a shot. Enter Whiskey's and you notice a few things: 1) The red "hell-like" lighting; 2) It's about 120 degrees; 3) there are 500 people crammed around a square bar interior, while booths around the outside of the square bar, I suppose where people eat during daytime, are empty. Well the inner square of Whiskey's is hellish. We opted to sit in the outer square though, where the waitress reminded us we'd need to pay through her. I had no problem with that - let her deal with the sweaty, immovable crowd. All in all I could see how this might be a good place to get the night started, but unless you like being in moshpits at metal concerts, don't bother with Whiskey's past 11:30 or 12pm, and certainly not after 1 when all the bars who close at 1 let out and everyone runs like mad to get another hour of drinking in at Whiskey's. Quite frankly, they should have a "day-name" of "whiskey's" and then pitch themselves as a hotspot at night. They should name that hotspot "sardine's".
(2)Dessa R.
My horrifying experience at Whiskey's included bleh food, a bitchy waitress, and crowds of people who embodied what I hate about the Bostonite college crowd. I am a forgiving reviewer, because 1) I love food and 2) I worked as a waitress many years ago, so I tend to be sympathetic to the industry, but my experience at Whiskey's was just unforgivable. Our server was rude, incompetent, and impossible to track down when needed. The food was mediocre, could have easily been from a cheap highway diner in Virginia. Save your time, money and frustration by going to one of the many superior competing restaurants in the area.
(1)Jess C.
Really easy fun option to go watch a game or be social with friends in a college-y sporty atmosphere. I usually find myself here on big holidays like Cinco de Mayo or most recently St. Patrick's day. The line usually moves faster then it's neighbors on Boylston which is a plus. They have dollar pizzas sometimes too, not sure which nights. So basically, no frills, pretty cheap, good option for groups and drinks.
(3)Carolyn G.
We visited Whiskey's late on a Sunday night. We were there for one thing, and one thing only... drinks. We also felt the need for some munchies, so we ordered onion rings and drunkin' shrimp. Our server, Nick, was great! He brought our food and drinks quickly, and kept the drinks coming. The music was a weird mix of 90s and current music, accented by music videos and distorted slide shows on the wide screen TVs, but that was pretty entertaining given our state of intoxication.
(4)Anthony M.
We were here in a Sunday afternoon and the place was pretty busy. We grabbed some seats at the bar and hung out and watched football for all of the 1 o clock games. This place has a ton of TVs and I think every game was within sight, so I never missed a thing. All the fans gravitated to the TV that had their game and it created a fun atmosphere of trash talking and collective rooting for players and team. I took points off because we sat at the bar that had 2 bartenders for about 12-15 people, and we had to wait a while to get refills. We ordered food and it was pretty good, but again took a really long time to get an order in and even longer to get our food, and all we got were sandwiches and fries. My friend added onion rings to his sandwich and it came out with 2 onion rings, but we couldn't get anyone's attention to complain so we just let it go. Cool place to watch a game, but the service isn't great.
(3)Karina L.
What's up with the hate? I've never been here late at night, but my friend and I had a solid meal full of burgers here. We came here at 9, and the bar was already reasonably crowded. My ID was scrutinized and then fed through this crazy machine. The hostess was nowhere to be found but a waiter seated me at a fairly quiet table and didn't complain when I ended up waiting 15 minutes for my boyfriend to come. The bar food is insanely solid. I got a Big Dawg Burger, which had bacon, cheddar, bleu cheese chipotle dressing (!) and fried onion strings (onion rings but a lot thinner and lot more fried). It was easily the best burger I've had in months. My friend got a monster burger (a 3 patty burger with bacon and a bunch of other delicious crap). Both burgers were under $10. We got a pitcher of beer for a couple of dollars and left very happy! The crowd was loud, but not in a terrible makes-me-want-to-stab-my-ear way. Come here for a good time, good service, and cheap wings/pizza/burgers. My only complaint is that the food takes a while to come out.
(4)Dustin M.
Came here twice during a visit to Boston, both in the evening. The service is ok, a little slow, but the food is excellent and they have a great variety of beers on draft. I am really into hot wings (I go for the hottest I can find) and this was the first time I encountered an opportunity to try wings made with Ghost peppers. Not only were they the hottest, they were some of the best wings I've had. I like the vibe in this place, seems like a great dive bar and the crowd is a little rowdy during Monday Night Football which is fun.
(4)Kathy N.
A whole pizza here for as low as $4.95? Uhm, YES. Nice place to go to at night with friends if you don't care about a busy and loud atmosphere. Although the buffalo wings were delicious, my stupid self couldn't handle the heat and go through eating one wing without gulping down my entire glass of water. The waiter generously offered to switch the dish to honey buffalo wings which were less spicier. I also really liked the fries I had. If you want cheap food and a few nice drinks on a casual night, come here!
(4)Mitch W.
If you want to arm wrestle, this is not the place for you. I've met kittens less soft than this place. The male manager has a cleft pallet and is uncircumcised
(1)S M.
This place was tons of fun. The crowd was great (really young though). A friend of mine started dancing and the bouncer told her she was not allowed to. Then an hour later, everyone was dancing. The bathrooms are absolutely disgusting, but I guess can't expect anything for a bar bathroom.
(4)Karen M.
They have a variety of drinks. No Coca Cola products. Typical bar food. Recommend steak fajitas, they were tasty. Service is good during AM and early PM hrs. During late hrs gets busy ... so it may take a while to get served right the way. I would come back. We tried other bars nearby and we liked this one the best.
(4)Khoa N.
Whiskey's holds a special place in my heart, where by chance it became the spot of my first date that one brisk night a few years ago. Whiskey's, where hours of laughter passed in a split second. Whiskey's, where butterflies filled my stomach as we drank one blue moon after another. Whiskey's, the first time I knew we'd still be here today. So you see, I can't not like Whiskey's. Even if the food is just regular bar food like many others around the area. Where drinks are the same ones you can get anywhere. I've never had a better time else where. Never a better first date. You can't blame me for saying this bar is as good as it gets, if it makes me smile every time I pass by that same table where once sat two nervous souls. I might be biased. But I am human.
(5)Robin Y.
Two definite bonuses: the giant cookie sundae, and the super cheap pizzas late at night. When you've been drinking, they are the best things that you have ever tasted. The downside to this place is that it gets unbelievably crowded on weekend nights with college students. It once took me ten minutes to walk from one side of the restaurant to the other. You actually have to fight to order a drink from the bar if you don't get a table. You won't be able to hear anything, either- I've tried actually having a meal here on a few occasions and you can hardly hold a conversation in most parts of the restaurant. Also, the bathrooms are in the basement and a little creepy. I like Pour House a little bit better.
(2)Corey G.
It is what it is, and doesn't try to be anything it's not. Friendly staff, cheap food and drinks - you can definitely do worse. Gets rowdy at night, with a slightly younger crowd than Pourhouse/Lir/Dillon's next door.
(3)Jeff M.
Stopped in on a Thursday afternoon for lunch. Had a couple of orders of wings with an associate, and they were good. Sat at the bar, and the bartender kept our glasses full. Typical bar food with a good location. The windows were open on a warm but nice day. I would come back for the wings again ($2.50 for 10 wings).
(3)W S.
When visiting Boston, Whiskeys was an easy walk from our hotel. They have a terrific selection of beers on tap. My wife and I each had a steak. Reasonably priced compared to some of the other steak places in the area. Service was terrific, and so were the steaks. The music was a tad loud for my tastes, but that is part of the funky vibe of the place. Nonetheless, I would definitely go again.
(5)Joanna F.
I'm too old for this shit. And somehow I was too old for this shit before I turned 21. At least they have a lot of beer.
(2)Katie C.
Whiskeys is one of those places that I know what to stick to -- wings and beers. From prior experience (with and without copious amounts of alcohol), anything out of that range may or may not end well. At any rate, we were in the area running errands on a Saturday afternoon leading in to Halloween weekend and wanted to grab a few drinks and watch college football. So Whiskeys it was. I broke my cardinal rule and ventured off the "safe" menu to go with a chicken sandwich, mostly because I wanted the spicy curly fries. Overall, the sandwich wasn't half bad. It wasn't the best barbecue chicken sandwich, but it wasn't the worst, either. All the servers were dressed in halloween costumes that ranged from a vampire clown, a monkey (ours), the Black Swan, and Ronald Reagan. However, to the bartender dressed as a sexy firewoman ... no one liked to see your ass hanging out of the back of your shorts. I guess if you can't work at Hooters, this will be second best. Back to sticking with beers and wings (so ladylike, I know...)
(3)Quita C.
Terrible. The prices for the margaritas aren't listed, they're around $9.50 and worth maybe $3. They use a disgusting mixer. Food was awful as well. Had to drown my pulled pork sandwich in BBQ sauce to try to eat it. Our waitress kept forgetting about us, we saw our drinks sitting on the bar for a good five minutes before she brought them. It was ridiculous. It was a terrible experience and I will never go back.
(1)Peter W.
I've been here a number of times late night and it's busy, crowded, and ok for drinks. This time I came after work and it was a bit slower and calmer, so I got to look around a little more and try the food. We had the wings, nachos with chilli, and poppers. There were decent. Service was good and there are a lot of TVs in the place. I would come back for a couple of rounds when it's not busy.
(3)Kelli W.
Went yesterday before the Red Sox game. There were 4 of us. They asked us to wait about 5 minutes for a table. We waited about 5-10 minutes and sat down. Our waitress came over and we each ordered a drink from the bar and a water. She brought 2 waters (there were 4 of us) and no bar drinks. After a few more minutes the bar drinks arrived (2 "personal pitchers" of beer, a glass of wine and a margarita). The glasses that the waitress brought for the pitchers were both filthy- sticky, and had visible white beer reside in them as if they had been used. We asked her for new glasses and she just said "uh. Ok". After about 10 minutes she had not returned. We noticed our waitress near the front door chatting with a friend who had come in. We flagged down a manager and asked for clean glasses. She brought them right away and took the first round of drinks off of the bill. Our waitress continued to serve us during our stay but seemed highly annoyed. The food was ok- the buffalo wings and nachos were luke warm at best. With all the options on Boylston, we won't be back.
(2)Angela L.
Hold to your purses ladies. Purse was under my friends coat and was stolen. The worst part - the bars management did NOTHING to help us!!! This is a last visit for us.
(1)Brian L.
When I think Whiskey's, I think dollar pizzas. Dollar pizzas and also trying to navigate my way through a sea of people who are packed into a very narrow area, obstructing my path to the bathroom. Brags (+): You can get personal pizzas for a buck each after 11 pm. I think this is 95% of the reason why we go to Whiskey's. The waiters are usually pretty nice and provide good service even if the pizzas do take a while to cook. Beats (-): Super loud, crowded, and not much room to stand near the bar. Luckily we are usually sitting in the booths eating our pizzas. Variance (~): Did I mention they have pizza for a dollar?
(3)Briana G.
Went here with a couple friends to watch the Red Sox in the World Series and we all loved it! It's a great spot to watch a sporting event, there are TVs EVERYWHERE. You would have to make an effort to no see a TV while sitting at the bar. We all got the bacon cheeseburger sliders and they were delicious. It was not too expensive and only 75 cents to add fries. Our bartender, Alicia, was amazing. She was super friendly and attentive the whole night. I ordered my sliders without pickles, but when they came with the pickles no one was more apologetic than Alicia. She offered to get them sent back but I told her not to worry about it. For the rest of the night she kept apologizing about the pickles and was really genuine with everyone. Great place and I can't wait to go back!
(4)Sara D.
Food poisoning and poor service!! Went there since its in the neighborhood and it was overall a bad experience that lingered for days. First off the staff is awful and no one greets you at the door or let's you know where to sit. When my girlfriend and I were finally able to order, someone else brought out a random dish and asked who ordered it at our table. We replied that we didn't order what she was asking about so she shrugged and walked away. Seconds later our original waitress brought the same dishes back and set the mistaken dish in front of me. When she passed by a couple minutes later we were sure to wave her down to ask for silverware and to clarify what dish she brought me. She admitted to being so confused and wondered out loud why she brought that out when I told her what dish I had actually ordered. I didn't want to cause trouble and the mistaken dish was similar to what I had ordered so I kept it instead of causing the hassle of making a new dish. When we got the bill, nothing was changed and the waitress apologized for nothing. That night and next day my girlfriend and I both had symptoms of food poisoning. Not too sure I'll ever go back there or recommend it.
(1)Thomas C.
My wife and I went in today at 1:30 pm. Not exactly a busy time of day. We were told they had no pulled pork or pulled chicken. This is a BBQ place and those two items make up a good portion of their menu. We told the waitress those were what we wanted to order and that we were going to find somewhere else to eat. At this point I was mildly annoyed. We had ordered sodas to begin and hadn't taken our first sip yet when we told the waitress we were going elsewhere. So instead of just understanding, we were charged $6 for our 2 sodas. I will not be going back here to eat when there are so many options in the Boylston area.
(1)Emily R.
Every time I go to Whiskeys I regret it. The last time in particular. I went about two weeks ago on a Saturday night with a group of about 10 friends. It was around 9pm and we were standing around the bar. A few of us, myself included, were starving and wanted to eat. So we go and sit in some booths by the windows....WELL..the hostess freaked...and didn't stop freaking out the whole time...She was this African American girl, sloppily dressed, and RUDE. (I dont usually want to throw in descriptions like that but she refused to tell me her name..she knew I was unhappy and she was wrong). First she comes up to me and my table and tells us we need to move. So i told her I wanted to see a menu, and she wouldn't give me one! she said we couldn't just sit there....I tried to explain that I was STARVING to her...my friends tried to explain we needed NOURISHMENT..but she wouldn't let it go. Then she proceeded to tell me that I was "probably just going to order an app and that was not good enough..we need to order a meal or at least 3 apps." ....HOLD ON...I didn't see a sign with a requirement of how much you HAVE to order and what type of food. now i was pissed. So we moved because she was getting loud with us...we don't want any violence here.....we sat at the bar tables and ordered food from our nice cocktail server =). She was so much more pleasant..I think she knew we were just treated like SHIT by the hostess. You'd think it would stop there...but it didn't she continued to point at us and tell her coworkers (loudly, I could hear her) about how we were trying to take their tables and how she had to make us move..... Whiskeys....she has GOT to go....if I ever do decide to come back here and she is working I will promptly leave. I don't even know how someone like that got hired. Please hire more people friendly staff members..please.
(1)Yasa E.
Seriously, the only thing this place has going for it is the location and the cheap wings. I've been here quite a few times and left the place wondering why i came back. Takes a million years to get a drink. If you have a server, they are usually nowhere to be found. The bathrooms are all the way downstairs??? Wtf? Way to plan that out so people can get drunk and break their arms and legs in the process. Oh and last time i went i saw a mouse running around. And tried to let one of the servers know, to which she just kind of shrugged and said "I didn't see anything". That's just the icing on the cake.
(1)Joelle K.
I would only consider going back to whiskey's if it was for drinks only. I made the mistake of having lunch once and won't make that mistake again. To start, the service was horrendous. The food was mediocre at best. I'm not sure how you mess up bar food/sandwiches, but they did. I had a chicken sandwich that made McDonald's look gourmet. I have heard the wings are good.
(2)Matthew C.
The wings are awesome. There are only two flavors - buffalo and honey hot. Both are amazing. They used to be a flat rate of .20 per wing which was pretty awesome but now they've changed it to 10 wings for 0.20 each with a purchase of a drink. So if you plan to order 30 wings for $6.00, you have to accompany it with three beers which will cost you an additional $15+. That part is kind of bull....but overall I think they are the best wings I've had in Boston. As for everything else, decent beer selection, decent atmosphere. Can get very loud there and very packed. Beers are around $5 each. Not great but not terrible. And the one time I had the pulled pork sandwich for lunch it wasn't too bad. There's a lot of much better bars in Boston but this place isn't terrible.
(3)Lisa B.
First visit to Whiskey's last night with the fiance. I have no idea how we haven't been here before! Let's be clear - I'm giving this place four stars, not because it's a four star joint, but because I think I should compensate for some of the yelp haterade. We (soberly) stumbled upon Whiskey's while celebrating the nice weather with a stroll down Boylston. $5.95 for a Chicken Caesar wrap in Back Bay? Sure, I'm game. The wrap was a-ok (especially since they gave me shrimp instead of chicken to accommodate my pesce ways), and our server was friendly and attentive. My fiance got the jalapeno poppers and was fairly unimpressed. They aren't fried (-1) but they have buffalo chicken and blue cheese (+1). He also got the house salad which was huge but not exceptional. Picture iceberg lettuce + a few veggies + dressing. So yeah... your basic house salad. Drinks were cheap ($5.25 for Harpoon and Sam drafts) and people seemed to be enjoying themselves. Three stars in my book, four stars to bump up the yelp rating.
(4)Elisabeth F.
I came to Boston with my boyfriend so he could relive his college glory days, and this place was the first stop on his list. Here's the gist: I give 5 stars to the service. The guy who served us was seriously the spunkiest, happiest guy! He asked us if we were going to have shots when we sat down, we said "ah what the hay, we're on vacation" and he proceeded to do a victory dance for our submission to his will! Honestly, he was the highlight of the restaurant. The food was pretty good. We had wings which were pretty average bar wings. Good, but not awe-inspiring. The part that receives a 1 star rating was the overall cleanliness of the place. I went to use the bathroom and there was a, a-hem, feminine product sitting on top of the toilet paper dispenser. And let's just say it wasn't in new packaging. Overall it reminded me of any other dirty college bar one would find in the farthest corners of their collegiate memories.
(3)Alice C.
after spending hundreds of dollars on drinks and food someone spilled a full margarita all over me and our table. while asking for some leniency from the service staff for the spilled drink a burnt ass, dirty, slutty girl working there kicked out our group of 8 who had an over 200 dollar tab because she was embarrassed by her ugly pimple filled face and couldn't give a single extra drink to us. fuck this place and their terrible service and hideous staff.
(1)Mister M.
Most days Whiskey's has a very mixed crowd: young and old professionals, white and blue collar, college students and businessmen. It's a very even mix. All in all, it's a dive bar, sports bar, and meat market all rolled into one. The servers are all very pretty girls wearing tight T-shirts or football jerseys and tight asses in short-shorts. Sort of like Hooters except these are better looking girls. However, some girls wear grey T-shirts with ratty cut-off jeans (think ugly hanging threads) which give an unattractive, "unwashed" stale-beer feeling. Advice: having the cute waitresses wear clean looking (not grey) T-shirts and shorts with a sharp, clean edge would upscale this place DRAMATICALLY! The menu is surprisingly good, I've never had a bad lunch here. The prices are low and sometimes they even have nice half-price specials. The 99¢ bar pizzas after 11pm, which used to taste like cardboard, are now delicious and well worth it. I can sit, have a couple of beers and a burger, and be surprised at how low my tab is! This isn't a "friendly neighborhood bar", most people keep to themselves. Sports are always on the many wide screen HD televisions and during Football season they have all the games on satellite. Good, solid hangout during the afternoon and early evening. As t he night wears on there are more parties of five or more, and as the hour gets later the bathrooms get dirtier and smellier, and some of the guys become drunk douches looking to start trouble. Also there is a big manager, big Irish looking guy that always looks unhappy, somebody should get him to snap out of it. All in all, you've got cold beer at a good price, good food at good prices, and good-looking girls in T-shirts and shorts. What's not to like?
(3)Adrienne T.
Horribly disgusting. Aaaaack! I stopped in here on my way to a class at the nearby Apple store. They had a sign out front advertising the "Best Brunch on Boylston". The prices looked reasonable, and I figured since Pour House is a bar with a decent brunch, that this bar might have a decent one, too- the whole competition thing, you know? I should've left before sitting down. It looked like a bar, smelled like a bar, and it was filled with young hockey fan type college kids on a Saturday morning. I was truly out of place. I ordered the breakfast, and the food was as disgusting and bad tasting as the appearance and smell of the place. Just say no. Better, just say never.
(1)Samuel L.
We waited hella long tonight. They copy your drivers license just to get in. Service was lame and slow. The tri tip tasted like rubber and the tortillas were cold. I don't pay professionals to "try". I will never eat here again.
(1)Mai H.
I came in past 11pm. So only bar is open. The music was blasting. Our watress, Clare, was awesome. She was very good looking and very attentive. The waitress said they only have pizza for $1.99. So we ordered two slices, so we thought. our pizza arrived and boy our eyes just about popped out. She served us two 12 inch personal size pizza...LOL...needless to say, we packed two togo boxes..lol...we had alot to drink and had a very good time..
(4)Todd L.
The location is great! The food and service are just mediocre. This is a place to maybe have a drink during happy hour. I don't recommend this place as a "steakhouse" unless you're on a budget. Everything is really cheap and it seems to attract a very young crowd. The staff seem irritated that you actually chose the place. There are a lot better choices...
(2)Lucia D.
Never again. It stunk, our food was literally GROSS and soooooooooooooooo salty, and how do you serve COLD mozzarella sticks? We left.
(1)Sara S.
The place is a damn joke!! First off, it took forever for our server to come to our table and introduce herself and ask us for drinks. While waiting for her to come to our table, my friends and I encountered toooooo many mosquitoes under the table, biting at us!! FINALLY comes our server, literally running as she took our drinks& food order and THERE WAS NO CROWD IN THE RESTAURANT !!!!!!! My friend and I had the veggie pizza with beer which was really really good. Another friend had the cheese burger that came with onion rings&curly fries and he really enjoyed his food.... the service was super bad& that made the entire experience just a drag. And that DUH! cut her tip in half! 2 stars only because our food was delicious and the price is super cheap.
(2)Emily W.
Love this place for their cheap chicken wings and pizzas. Wednesday themed night was always a blast and they have good beers on tap.
(5)Simon H.
Me and my boss visited Boston last year and found Whiskey´s by co-incidence when strolling the streets of this beautiful city. I can honestly say that we both agreed on that the burgers we had here was the best we've ever had! We thought food here was so good that we actually went here again and again. You simply cannot find burgers like this back home in Sweden where we're from.
(5)Kristen F.
99 cent 12" pizzas after 1 am 7 days a week! Woooooo! How have I not reviewed this place yet? This used to be an old stomping ground for me... back when I was young and frequented the street of bars known as Boylston St. Now, not so much but I did find myself in the back bay late on Saturday night. We were all set to leave a bar to go to Lil Stevies to get greasy slices when an all knowing member of our party told us about the pizza deal from 1am-130am. We went and not only was it true... the pizza was pretty good! Absolutely a reason to start coming out in the area again... even if I do feel a bit too old for it. Who care!? Pizza for a buck!
(4)Lind R.
This place is one of those bars that needs a good cleaning!!! We went here with some friends on a very slow Wednesday. We were just bouncing about a few bars grabbing a few drinks. It was about midnight when we got to Whiskeys. We ordered and stood off to the Boylston street side of the bar. The counters were sticky, which isn't really a big deal but when one of the girls saw a mouse running across the floor I think that about put a nail in the coffin on this place for us. I've eaten here before for a few games but I can't remember the food being above or below par. Regardless, rodents in the bar...that's a bigger issue. Get it sorted!
(1)Kendall M.
Great sports bar. We came here to watch the PGA Championship and have lunch. A few vodka lemonades (which happen to be delicious here) later, we ate delicious food and enjoyed the golf. The guys couldn't get over the $7 price for a pizza - it was huge and a great value for the money. I had the nachos, but could barely finish 1/4 of them - it was a lot of food. We got there early Saturday afternoon and by the time we left (about 4pm), it was packed!
(4)Matt I.
Julian was our waiter and was top notch! I was there the other night with two friends and my father-in-law who is blind and they were extremely accommodating. Food was great, service was fast and friendly and Julian was an A+ waiter. Please pass along our gratitude!
(5)Maryam H.
"This is the BEST GATDAMN BAR IN BOSTON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Not really, but after a couple fast drinks Whiskey's will trick you like the slut that she is into thinking so. Gotta love checkin' out those photo-booth pics the next day. Such sweet memories...
(4)Dianna M.
so i came to Boston on a business trip, and after work hours we decided to take a walk and stop by at this bar. so i gave the bouncer my ID card and since in my photo i look darker (i had a tan) and had black hair , which now i died it blonde they did not let me in!!! she was staring at my ID and me for a while and then asked for something that had my name on it, so i gave her my debit card which had the same identical name and still did not let me in. like are u serious??? ITS ME!! its my same face. why would u ask for something that has my name and still not let me in?? that was sooo ridiculous, that has never happened to me in my life ever!!! i would rate this place a 0 stars if i could for the poor service. so STUPID .
(1)Jack K.
I like this place because there's always somewhere to sit after a day of work or on the weekend. I enjoy the ambiance because I usually can hear myself talk. There are enough TV screens to watch any game that's on. Also, the big booths are my favorite when you have a lot of people. The service is okay. Usually I get an attentive server. Only a couple times it has been questionable, but usually everyone is friendly and attentive. The food is fairly good and the prices are extremely good. The drinks are average and higher priced given the area the bar is in, but it's not too bad and much different than any other bar. I go here definitely for the food and the proximity to work and the T.
(4)Ave D.
I'm making this three stars instead of two because the food was mostly good (bbq pulled pork sliders and curly fries - great, fried mac and cheese - bland, spicy marinara for the fried mac and cheese - not spicy... and not really marinara?). Otherwise, it's really just two stars. The layout of the place is weird. The people that showed up were also weird (lots of backwards baseball caps and dudebros that love to talk just to hear themselves, if you're into that). We had good service but my friend has had really poor service in the past. The menu/decor/noise-level are a complete sensory overload. This was our third Boylston St choice after Lir and The Pour House were too packed... and I'm going to find another #3.
(3)Dean C.
Typical bar food...not great, but not horrible.
(3)Patricia M.
Whiskeys seems to be the place to be any day of the week. I wouldn't say that based off my experience but I definitely wanted to see what the hype was about. I like the environment. I cant say I enjoyed my food because it was too hot but thats what my meal entailed so thats entirely on me (I had the buffalo wings). The menu definitely had a variety and I loved that but of course that left me undecided. It's really cheap here. I was sad that they didn't offer any smoothie drinks such as Pina Coladas (which is my fave) but if you're a hard drinker, I think you'll enjoy it.
(4)Chelsea C.
I first came here one hungover morning when I was desperately in need of a brunch of shame. I got some sort of spicy chicken omlette that really hit the spot. The home fries were the most delicious thing I've ever put in my mouth. Or maybe I was still drunk. Either way, it was good. They also serve a ridiculously large spicy bloody mary, which is my spirit drink. And to top off the huge portions food and drink, the bill was SO low. It was like I died and went to heaven. I also came here one night for trivia, the trivia wasn't that great and the waitress never came over to drink my drink order (I showed up a bit late), so I wouldn't endorse trivia night at Whiskey's. Finally, I stumbled here from a Saint Patrick's Day rooftop party in Southie to find a fellow Chiver who bought me and my friend drinks, which was so nice of him. And even on Saint Patrick's Day, the service was up to par, we didn't have to wait too long for our drinks or food. Overall, Whiskey's is a pretty solid place. The crowd of people is pretty mixed, some young professionals, some non-professionals, some old, some young, some douchey frat bros, some drunk girls who cry in the dirty bathroom...whatever you're looking for, you'll find it here!
(4)Rachel K.
"you make me want to do push-ups" "do you want to know my best quality as a man? I go to Northeastern and study psychology and listen to women" expect these type of (or exact) lines from college guys if you come here. This bar is meant for the 21-23 year old age-range. Ended up stumbling in here last night for the first time in maybe 5 years. It's definitely a good spot if you're in or just out of college to meet other people, eat good bar food (great menu selection), and drink beer--especially during a game. Not really my scene anymore but that doesn't mean it's a bad place.......just keep in mind the crowd. Also door guys seem to be more strict than they need to be. Have had friends who haven't even had one drink been told they were too drunk to come in...on a few occasions, and they wouldn't even listen to them to prove their sober case.
(3)Kristine A.
This bar is not really set up for large groups because of the logistical nightmare that the layout is. You have to not be in the way when people are walking by which is really hard since there isn't alot of room. Then to stand in front of someone is almost impossible, so you have to stand next to them which makes conversing even harder. Unless you're sitting down somewhere there's no point in going on the weekend when it is very meat marketish.
(2)Alexandra M.
Came here for a drink and could actually taste the vodka in my vodka tonic which is amazing for any bar! Service was fine and fast.
(4)Rory L.
Great food for cheap. Service is quick and the staff are very friendly. This is a great place to hang out and watch a game with friends. Huge Windows slide open on nice days for a nice breeze
(4)ash l.
I walk by this place almost everyday.... and shudder. It's like the Twilight Zone of college bars..... somehow everyone magically goes in there and acts like it's Animal House, regardless if they're aged 21 or 41. I have to say, I'm amazed at how busy this place gets, which I suppose is indicative of the closet teenager/angry drunk many Bostonians are. During the day, it's actually like a warzone during peace talks. Food really isn't too bad, but maybe it's because I lowered my standards and expectations so much. The pluses? Beer. Cheap beer. And lots of beer guzzling ho's that definitely get better looking with each order. The negatories? Waking up with said ho and realizing she looked nothing like the girl you thought you picked up.
(3)Chris L.
Great Bar specials- 25 cent wings and 2.99 pizzas were very good...Bartender was very attentive and friendly, I would definitely recommend this place for a good affordable lunch.
(4)Cindy B.
Whiskey's is your basic "go to" bar - good drinks, good food, reasonable prices. We stayed in Boston for five days and had three meals there. The outside tables are fun for people watching. They have very good creamy clam chowda (wish it was a little chunkier though) and good jalapeño poppers filled with buffalo chicken (love it - will try to do on my own at home). We had Sunday Brunch there, the only day they serve breakfast (so disappointing!). They have a limited selection of breakfast food, so I chose the corned beef hash, which I try almost everywhere. Although not the best I have ever had it was way better than I expected. Everyone else loved their egg dishes, so it was a hit. The have a huge and tasty "Saucy Bloody Mary" - just the right spice and very good homemade mix. Many other Bloody Mary options, from regular to extra spicy. On another night, we watched game 3 of the Stanley Cup at the bar with Alexis. She is an attentive and fun bartender and much to my surprise, makes a very decent Manhattan (the best I had in my entire trip, even better than the Marriot). Typically younger bartenders don't make them well, but Alexis knows her stuff!
(4)H T.
Can only comment on the beer and sports atmosphere. It's was a fun place to visit to watch Boston sports, but it was pretty packed (standing room only). They have a ton of TVs so you can always catch the game regardless of where you're standing/sitting. The service was a bit annoying/uncomfortable. Lots of beer on tap and ice cold bottled beer. Don't think I'd return, seems like there are better Boston sports bars in the area.
(2)Jeremy K.
What is the draw that brings the huge crowds to Whiskey's on a daily basis? The 20 cent wings deal that they have running most (if not all) week days? The convenient location? I'm not really sure I'll ever find out but my multiple experiences there have left me wanting a lot more. The place itself is extremely generic. It looks like every bar. It feels like every other bar. It's almost always packed, there's always food residues on the floor, the bathrooms are cramped and dirty and the service is hit or miss. With the music blaring in the background, which seemed to feature a lot of Ke$ha sadly enough, I returned there last night to take advantage of their cheap wings with a couple of buddies. From the second I tried to order a beer from our inexperienced waitress, I knew that the evening would be a drag. When asked what I wanted to drink, I asked what their craft beers were and got this lovely response: "What are craft beers? You mean like... bud light and PBR?" Oh god. Seriously? Are you kidding me? I settled for Rapscallion on tap and awaited our first batch of 30 wings which were actually not bad at all. Wish I could have said the same about the second batch which we ordered thirty seconds later and which tasted completely different and was undercooked. Apparently the owners of Whiskey's are the same as the ones of the Pour House but it doesn't seem to show. I find the Pour House cleaner and much better somehow and I'm not sure I'd ever want to return to Whiskey's. Not a fan at all. PS: To however designed the bar and the layout of the place: you sir, have failed. That bar takes up 80% of the available space making for a very cramped experience for us patrons. Seriously, you might want to remodel.
(2)Jennifer J.
Okay. Just came in yesterday afternoon. Was really appealed to the .25 wings. FYI you have to buy a drink non alcoholic or alcoholic for every 10pc of wings. It comes in either honey buffalo or traditional buffalo. Me and my best friend came here for the cheap wings and a good laugh. We've been here last year an I vaguely remember what the food was like...although I specifically remember the $2.99 pepperoni pizza was gross. But this time around we just got wings and beer. Both pretty awesome. I don't drink beer but this girl told me about this angry orchard apple cider that was good, and I asked the waitress at whiskey's about if they had it she said no but suggested a similar beer called the woodchuck cider which was really good. Overall I enjoyed myself but beware it gets crazy busy after 5:30 because obviously the business people from prudential and surrounding area came in like roaches and luckily for us we were almost finished because it was so packed. I'll give it 4 stars.
(4)Thomas L.
Stopped in the other night after work for some .20 wings and a couple of "1/2 price apps". Of the 20 wings ordered, half had no sauce or a very small amount. And when we got the bill, it was significantly higher than expected. Why? Because only a select few apps are actually 1/2 price. The bartender must have been too busy oogling his counterpart to bother to tell us that the apps on the actual menu aren't the apps that are 1/2 price. All in all a decent stop for a few beers and some pre-packaged frozen appetizers.
(2)Deep S.
Worst place ever. Racist bouncer. Never go there. Ever! It was my girlfriend's birthday and the bouncer didn't let me in.
(1)Warren C.
Good sportsbar, lots of people to talk to. They've got a decent assortment of beers on tap, as well as acceptable mixed drinks. I didn't pay for any of the drinks here, so I can't tell you how pricey it is. Coincidentally, the lady sitting next to me during my flight out of Boston was here at the same time as I was. Too bad we missed each other here I guess.
(4)Jessica P.
I've been there 4 times. Services were ok. Food was pretty oily and I had to wait very long to get my orders even tho i got there early around noon on Sat. Hope to get improved about this
(3)Galen W.
Server told us to move because we bought drinks at the bar and not from her. Sorry we gave your bar any business. We're leaving.
(1)Julia R.
Came in about a month ago and was surprised to see how quickly this place is turning into a total dump. For starters, the servers and bartenders are absolutely awful. Took me 20 minutes to get one of the guy bartenders' attention because he was too busy watching tv and chatting with his buddies. Also, I'm pretty sure he was hammered drunk because he was slurring his words worse than anyone else at the bar and was sweating directly into the ice bin.. Gross. Maybe if this place hired their female staff based on actual hospitality experience, rather than how they look in tiny shorts and a Baby Gap t-shirt, it could potentially be a decent place to grab a drink and some food.. But until then, see ya never Whiskey's.
(1)Anna K.
I've been here before and it's typical Boylston bar scene. Not stellar, but manageable for a good time with friends. This past weekend was different. Went on a Saturday with a couple friends. Got drinks at the bar. It was pretty crowded so we found a corner to stand in, which was right by the front door about 20 feet away from the bouncers and in plain view. Some guy who is disgustingly drunk lecherously approaches and starts talking to us. I immediately ignore. He continues to try to talk to my girlfriend for a while, but then she goes to the bathroom. He then refocuses attention on me and starts saying gross pick up lines and won't take any hint or direct instruction to "go away." He proceeds to caress my inner thigh and that's when I lost it. My friends and I tried to get him to go away but he would not listen. I escalated my word choice and put my hands up defensively to keep him away from me. My back was to a wall so I could not back up any further and he kept trying to lean in closer. He finally went over to the bouncers to say I was trying to fight him. Ridiculous since he was trying to touch and mess with ME. He proceeds to come BACK over to us explaining that he is being asked to leave. He still would not leave us alone. Why didn't security escort him to the bar and then back out so he would stay away from us?? After he left, security approaches me and says if I have another problem "I should tell them instead of handling it myself." Are you freaking kidding me?? Two security guards were standing 20 feet from me and saw EVERYTHING but did NOTHING and then proceed to tell me that it's MY job to have them do THEIR job?? Screw this place. There was also this guy sitting at the bar who was wasted and fell off of his barstool knocking it and himself to the ground. This happened right in front of security and he was not kicked out. I'm never coming back and I pray all other women take my advice and steer clear because you are not safe here. They should be protecting their customers, especially women, and cutting people off at the bar when they're too drunk. This place is unacceptable. End of story.
(1)Tom D.
Small-- Almost no where to walk or hang out. Bathrooms are smaller than most closets Trashy-- Always trashy people here Not cheap-- They serve 9 dollars 32oz pitchers like there some sort of CRAZYYYYYYYYYYYY deal. These same pitchers are 3 bucks across town at Jose Macs Only plus I can think of its right on boylston street. If it was anywhere else I would not have been here more than once
(2)Elle W.
I've only been here for brunch. The brunch is delicious! And very inexpensive. I love the atmosphere for brunch, great 80's and 90's music, fast service, and very quiet. I've tried the pricier places in back bay, and for the most part I'm unimpressed. I've been to brunch at Whiskey's about 3 or 4 times now, and I can't believe that nobody seems to know about this place. Great breakfast! I'm going back next weekend!
(5)Narissa S.
I've been here once before on a Saturday night, had the pizza and soda combo, however I'm not going to rate my experience off of Saturday night with alcohol in my system. I recently went on a Wednesday night. My wings were great , the convo I had with my colleagues was amazing but what really spoiled my appetite was the mouse scurrying around the area of the booths. 1 star rating more than likely wont be going back. They need to take care of the pest control!
(1)Jennifer D.
I guess if you have one bad experience, it sticks with you forever and that's how I feel about Whiskeys. The only thing this place has going for it is location. I went here with my husband to hit some local bars and do the touristy Boston thing. I didn't have a sip of alcohol in me when we arrived and order a Coors Light. After milking this beer for almost 45 minutes and quietly talking amongst ourselves in the corner, we decided to order another drink at the bar and I was told the manager said to "cut me off". Shocked by this, I knew there had to be a mistake as I had the most watered down beer possible and asked to speak to this manager for clarification. He explained to me very rudely that I "stumbled" when walking from one side of the bar to the other side when I went to go to the bathroom. Really? You mean when I was trying to get around the loud, ridiculously drunk people packed like sardines walking in my heels? I had a full conversation with this idiot, clearly not even slightly intoxicated and he continued to be a jerk. I've heard this to be a common problem here too many times now and I refuse to ever spend a penny here again.
(1)Javi K.
Bar staff is literally retarded I think. I walked over there with 0 alcohol in me and was told I can't go in because I was visibly intoxicated (not sure how that works without drinking anything). Anyway bar staff is aweful - in particular Anthony and Frank. I would recommend they go back to elementary school for some English comprehension courses.
(1)Lise K.
Dear Whiskey's, I wanted to like you, I really did. I had high hopes that we'd be good for each other but in the end I think it's best that we go our seperate ways. At first glance it was love at first sight, a lively crowd, two dollar pizzas, an impressive variety of beers on tap, good music, the signs all pointed to the start of a beautiful thing. I felt let-down however when one of your waitresses insisted that my friend's Irish coffee was rimmed in cinnamon sugar when it was most definitely salt. The coffee was passed around the table and the complete consensus was that the glass had been accidentally rimmed with salt. I appreciated your insistance that it was cinnamon sugar, but I couldn't help but be insulted that you'd question my ability to tell the difference between sugar and salt. Maybe if your waitress hadn't refused to send the drink back and correct the complaint, I would've shrugged it off as a simple mistake. A bit miffed, I forged ahead in our relationship, despite it already being less sweet (pun intended). Our party ordered another round of drinks and waited patiently. Upon arrival of the drinks, I noticed perched on one of the beer glasses was an orange slice proudly wearing a produce sticker. Now Whiskey's, I understand that your bartenders are undoubtably busy serving up drinks and good times, but to ignore an entire produce sticker stuck to a fruit slice is just tacky. Between the two incidents mentioned above and the unimpressive mixed drinks that all tasted like crystal light, I couldn't see this relationship working out. You can keep your produce stickers and margarita salt, I can find cheap pizza elsewhere. I think it's best that I see other bars and you see other people. Don't get me wrong; it's not me, it's you. Hope all goes well, Lise
(1)Jackie C.
The food is great!! And the service is Ok to pretty good. I think they forget about you sometimes but you can't beat the prices.
(4)Max R.
I used to come to Whiskey's every Sunday for sports, wings, and a good beer. I think there is a new manager who is running this place into the ground. They got rid of the HD sports!!!! WTF! Seriously it's like the manager is trying to cut every corner he can to save money. I can't watch hockey, baseball, football, or basketball on 20th century TV technology. The new manager works shifts at the bar and treated me and my friends poorly when he told us about the new rules for wings (now $0.25/wing which used to be $0.20/wing). The bartenders other than the new manager (big Irish looking guy) have been fantastic. They get you drinks quick and know and ask if you need a new one. My problem with the place is that all these new changes have been for the worse! If you're going to change something, make it better than before, right? Bottom line, a sports bar should let you watch sports. They use at least one TV for random slide show crap; shouldn't they have sports on a primely located TV? The wings are good, but the manager who's there on Sundays makes me feel uncomfortable. He told me and my friends that he loses money on the cheap wings deal. And then told us he makes his money off beer sales. 2 weeks later guess what happened? Instead of being allowed to order 10, 20, or 30 wings at a time for $0.20/wing with a drink, now you have to order a drink for every 10 wings and now it's $0.25/wing. Why the hell would you change a deal that has historically created a following and regular customers? Now I can't watch sports there, I have to balance my drinking to save money ($8 for 20 wings and a beer vs. $17 for 20 wings and two beers with today's wing rules), and the manager has replaced a hot girl at the bar with his pompous self. I literally buy less alcohol now because of the changes in wing rules. I use to be like, "It's Sunday! Lets go to Whiskey's and get some beers!" Now I'm like, "Ehh... I don't know if I want to go there," and then I buy as few beers as I am allowed, to eat my damn wings. This place used to be a good sports bar with a good atmosphere for getting drunk on a Sunday, but now I will only buy two beers tops and leave slightly upset because there is no HD, and there are increased prices on a promotional wings deal that used to be my reason for coming here! Something needs to happen because this new manager has destroyed my loyalty.
(1)Devon A.
They let me come in even though I wasn't 21 yet so that's pretty cool. They have good ass food for cheap! I got this chicken quesadilla and fries for like $10 or $11. I was pretty satisfied with them. Plus it was the first Sunday of football so it was exciting to eat and watch my Giants play the Cowboys, even though they lost -_-. But good place to go eat if you're 21 and up and in certain of some $2 pizza deal on Thursdays at like 11 or something like that. So head over there with some friends if you're in the Back Bay area around the Prudential center
(4)Kathy D.
My bf and I decided to try out NEW types of beer at Whiskey's and... boy were we wrong to do that! We probably ordered the worst kinds of beers there were on tap. At least we know now. We ordered one Killian's Irish Red-Woodchuck Cider, and one was a honey type of beer, which tasted awfully disgusting! We had to make ourselves chug down these beers! We got a spot at a table, and just chilled there, people watching in Boston. The place was definitely packed and had a lot of drunk middle-aged people getting kicked out. 2 Thumbs down for them not making jager bombs.
(2)Paul S.
I just happened to pop into WFS while walking around looking for something to eat. When I arrived, I saw that they had a lobster roll. So, I though that I'd give them a try. Let me say this,... WFS is really a drinking establishment. You get that feeling right from the moment you enter the restaurant. They have drink specials posted all over the place. So, I was concerned about the food. I did order the lobster roll, and it had a few pieces of lobster rolled into what I thought was imitation crab or tuna. It was okay, but not what I thought a lobster roll should be. All in all, the ambiance is set up for drinkers. If you're just looking to eat, you may be disappointed.
(2)Tyler W.
I will give this 2 stars because the guys at the door were nice, but don't go here if you have a large group and just want to get some drinks at the bar. We went in and went over to stand by the bar, thinking that we would just order from a bartender. At this point, a server comes over and is very in our face about ordering something. OK, not really into having a server when we are standing by the bar..especially when there are 5 of us. So we walk over to the other side of the bar, and another server is in our face again (neither of them super friendly). She comes up and asks if we want drinks and I basically tell her that we are going to need to split the check 5 ways. I then continued to say that it might be easier for us to just order at the bar (which is what we wanted to do all along since we are standing by the bar). Then she says "well this is my section so I would really prefer it if you order from me". Ok...fair enough I guess...I have had jobs as a server so I understand, but I still think it's dumb and ruins the chillness of standing at the bar having a drink (especially when she seemed slightly annoyed that she would have to split the checks that many ways..that was the whole point of us ordering from a bartender duh). There is a reason why we didn't sit at a table. I gotta say though, I think it is a pretty dumb policy to have server sections at a bar. Whatever though, there are plenty of other places around...
(2)Ryan W.
It was busy, went right after Boston Marathon tragedy. The food wasn't amazing but it was decent. Not sure if I would stop here again, but it was a nice pub/restaurant for Boston.
(3)Mimi A.
Been here a couple times, but the last time I was there really just made me never ever ever wanna go back. I will never spend a dime in the place so help me. I was there about 6 months ago, there was a huge bruins game going on, and I am a big bruins fan. There is about 25 different TVs in this place and they refused to put the game on. Everytime I asked someone they were like yep well put it on and they never did. So finally I just got annoyed by the awful service, I didn't even care about the game anymore I planned to go watch it elsewhere, but since I was so annoyed I asked to speak to the manager. She came over in a huff and was EXTREMELY rude to me before I even got to say anything. She said something along the lines of "I have more important things to worry about right now". Not exaggerating that's basically what she said to me, a paying customer. And I hadn't even opened my mouth yet, the person who told her I wanted to see her must've mentioned something about me wanting to watch the game. I was seriously dumb founded. Didn't even finish my drink. Got outta there as fast as I could, never went back. It's also really gross
(1)Travis M.
Went on a Friday night. Place was busy so we put on name on the list and was told a 30 minute wait or so. Two other groups that came in were seated before my group of just 2. Strike 1. Waitstaff took a long time to come get drink order and even longer to get food order. Food came out after 40 min. wait. Server came back once to give check. Overall service-poor. Strike 2. Food was tasty and well cooked. Overall I would recommend this place just as a bar to grab drinks. Service is well below par for Boylston Street/Coply Sq area. Just grab some drinks and move on to one of the other restaurants on the street for a good dinner.
(2)Ellie W.
My friends and I love Whiskey's for an occasional Trivia Night/15 cent wings night. Of course, trivia night now usually consists of a bunch of people hopping on their iPhones to find answers via Wikipedia, but anyways... It's a really casual hang out if you drop by after work. I don't think I'd ever go to Whiskey's on a weekend, though. I don't know why, but I feel like it'd be crammed with belligerent drunks who got kicked out of all the other bars in the area.
(3)Anya S.
Got tired of "Jews eat Chinese on xmas" and instead went here on Xmas day. It was pretty empty, mostly fellow Jews and a few other internationals who do not celebrate the Xmas Had chicken tenders while the man had a burger and some beers. He liked his burger and I was quite found of my chicken fingers, which were not overly breaded or too oily, instead they were quite good. I am not sure what this place is like on a regular day but Im giving it four stars on xmas.
(4)Parissa S.
This place disgusts me and I'd give them 0 stars if I could. The crowd is unpredictable and the staff are unfriendly. You're better off going to Pour House next door where the crowd is more fun, the staff are friendlier/more inviting, and there's a dance party downstairs.
(1)J J.
24yo F Came to Whiskey's on a Tuesday around 6p Specials: 20cent wings at the bar! Great deal! The wings tasted very good...buffalo and honey buff flavors. Large pieces. The honey buff was too sweet for my liking. No celery or carrots with the wings (slightly disappointed but Ive been spoiled). $3 bar bites 4p-7p for items such as mozz sticks, clam chowder, onion rings, fried dough and more. Menu: Great array of options (salads, sandwiches, burgers, ribs, etc) and pretty decent prices. Avg $7 Crowd: Looks like a mix of people who got off work in the Back Bay/Boston area. Some college students. Drinks: We just had Bud Light Drafts which were 4.50 or 4.75 (can't recall)...my bf thought it was overpriced for drafts, but I couldn't complain seeing the food was pretty much dirt cheap and oh so delicious! Overall: My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our experience. The crowd was a good mix of after work young professionals and college students towards the end of the night. The food we ordered was really good and cheap...I'll be going back to try some of the other menu items.
(4)Lisa H.
Great Atmosphere lively music and great staff!! Food was delicious and beer was cold!! A definite repeat place
(4)Johnna M.
Whiskey's typically stresses me out. The line is always very long yet the place is always over crowded with yahoos. Once my entire group was not allowed in because someone we were vaguely associated with jumped over a road block. Once inside it is just a stressful situation, although, with enough booze, a fun one. You have to wait forever, and I mean forever, to get to the bar...but once you do its ok. I think I've probably broken several limbs of strangers trying to push my way to the bathroom-terribly sorry. The top 40 is fun. I really do not like this place in inclement weather-dealing with your jacket, scarf, umbrella, is just way too much stress. Once I came here for happy hour and had some delicious, fattening, barbecue. I enjoyed that. Bottom line, if I have enough booze that I do not care about elbowing yahoos-it is a good time.
(2)Michelle L.
Classic sports bar for 20-somethings. It's decent for beer, burgers and all that other bar food we deny loving. Good for loud music late at night but it gets super packed with drunkies, for sure. Smart move offering .99 cent pizza after 10pm! It's saved a few people from serious hangovers. And who doesn't love to throw down pizza after a few drinks?
(3)Peter J.
I am writing a review from my memory of my 1995 experience here while staying in Boston. I am a big BBQ fan so this was one place I had to try. The plates are huge and everything has flavor from what I remember, it was the pulled pork, pork ribs and baby back. I don't remember anything wrong and do remember the great food and mall across the street. I am not sure if it has changed since then but if it;s still around after 17 years it's worth writing about my memory here.
(4)Amanda G.
I wish I could give this place 2 1/2 stars... but since I can't I will round up for their happy hour wing specials. This place is a good spot to stop on a Sunday Funday or on a random day off. At peak hours this bar is super crowded and super pricey. $6.25 for a bud light... in a bottle? They play pretty good music when no Boston teams are playing, and from what I hear, the food is pretty good too. The location is a prime spot in Back Bay, and compared to surrounding bars the line is always super short.
(3)Meghan M.
I spent all of 45 minutes at Whiskey's last night and that was plenty. The extra star is for being open until 2am, having nice bouncers, speedy bartenders and a decent draft beer selection. It pains me, though, to give it more than one star mainly because of the crowd. Ouch, it was PAINFUL. Many, many creeps looking to take a girl, any girl, home for the night. It's just really not my scene. I'll try again, maybe, if I happen to be in the area, it's not a weekend, and it's not the end of the night. But then again, maybe not. PS...They don't do shots. Just throwing that out there. I hate them but the people that frequent here likely don't.
(2)Jeanette Y.
Beer: - Harpoon UFO Entree: - Chicken Ranch Salad: Came with a good avocado ranch dressing. Not enough avocado or chicken, salad was a little soggy and lettuce seemed mostly iceberg - Friends said pulled pork sandwich and steak were not so good - Curly fries were a plus
(2)Michael C.
If your looking for college eye candy, this is the place. This will bring you back to what you were like in college. Great TV's throughout the bar. Wait staff was "awesome" eye candy and very good at there jobs. When we needed another round of beers, we never waited very long. It was a great place to see the 6 game in the Hockey series. The bruins Lost, back to Boston for a 7th game. If you are looking for "the college expereince" look no farther #in
(2)Steve H.
Nothing overly special about this place but I never seem to leave disappointed. Pros: Wings are great, especially at 20 cents a pop. Nachos are solid. Surprisingly decent 99 cent bar pizzas late night. You won't leave overwhelmed but should leave with a full belly of pretty good bar food. Worthy of 3.5 stars but can't go to 4. Cons: Hate the bar layout and sometimes the clientele sucks. But I go here to watch sports, drink beer and eat unhealthy food with my buddies. Don't need it to be anything too special.
(3)Alli E.
I ate here with some friends before a recent Sox game. We were seated right away and greeted by our server, Alexander. He was the overall bright spot of our dining experience- personable, friendly, attentive, and got all of our orders correct. The food itself was good- I had a black bean and mushroom quesadilla which I thought was delicious. My friends had the turkey club, mac&cheese and pulled pork, and a burger- they all seemed satisfied. For the price you pay you get a lot of food. As long as you aren't expecting five star dining, you shouldn't be disappointed.
(4)Matthew P.
I've been a few times and it's nothing special. It is slightly more roomy than some of the bars around this area, but it can also get pretty crowded. I went during their trivia night and that was fun, though the service was quite slow. The main reason I would come is to get their buffalo wings that are 20 cents each (but you have to buy 10 of them). Let me recommend the honey barbeque. Their selection of beer was decent, but their margaritas were absolutely terrible. Overall, come in for their cheap wings and a beer, then leave for somewhere better!
(3)Tracy M.
Came here on a Saturday night. A sports bar with Top 40's playing, a great thing in my eyes. Service was quick for the amount of people that were standing around and drinking. Love the marquee fan above the bar. A variety of different ages. Would go back.
(4)Bailey F.
Brunch is an easy experience here. The wait staff has gotten better since my college years here. You can't go wrong with 20 cent wings or dollar pizzas for late nights out. Its not five star dining but the place is clean, the drinks are cold and fairly priced considering the neighborhood.
(3)Britt S.
Whiskey's... =\ Sorry to those of you who like this place, but, well, I just don't. There's no standing room and it's impossible to get a booth because they let too many damn people in. The bar is a giant rectangle and takes up the entire place. Everyone crowds around it so good luck getting a drink! It's also impossible to get to the bathroom without getting either elbowed in the face by tall guys (I'm only 5'2") or plowed over by rude, eager, aggressive girls. Can't say I've eaten here so the food could be good. Also, there's never a cover so that's a plus as well. It can serve as a temporary meeting spot, but still, wouldn't recommend staying here for an entire night. There's plenty of other great bars next door (lir, pour house, etc.).
(1)Mark O.
This place rocks! I had three fantastic things. Chicken in pablano cream sauce for starter. BBQ Chicken Pizza -the best I've ever had. Cookie Nookie for dessert. If you like a hot-out-of-the-oven chocolate chip cookie, baked in a skillet, and then smothered with vanilla ice cream and whip cream -this is your place. Run....don't walk.
(5)Bryan R.
Eh Good location Good size for back bay bar Just nothing... I don't know It's just where people go to give up Jason H is the shit though
(2)Jose antonio P.
Perfect nachos and delicious burger. First option when looking for a place to eat/dinner. Just go.
(5)Rick M.
I love Whiskey's. Anytime that I am on Boylston or in Back Bay, I somehow end up here. On a weekend night, the bar is pretty saturated with college students. You have to squeeze past a crowd of people to get to the bathrooms, which are dingy. The reason we come here so much is for the $1 pizzas. You will never cease to be amazed that you just ordered 5 pizzas for $5. These aren't microwave pizzas, either. Their kitchen is open and they are schlepping out pretty damn good pizzas. Their drinks are not particularly cheap, but I won't argue when I'm paying $6 for a medium pizza and a bud light. Why does this place only get 3 stars? This place has college plastered all over it. I do at times feel a little old for the venue, and I'm only a couple years out of undergrad.
(3)Tony M.
Because I'm old and an admitted townie I feel like Whiskey's is that cousin everyone has that still hangs out at college parties even though he graduated (or dropped out) 3 years ago, changes jobs every year, and wears a tuxedo t-shirt or his nicest Hawaiian shirt to formal events. You want to get mad at him but he's still pretty fun to hang out with. You're just not sure you want to invite him into your fantasy league or loan him $20. When I was a young college kid Whiskey's was like Disneyland. The waitresses were all hot and scantily-dressed, they had cheap beer (at the time I think it was $2.00 Coor's Light or something), and they didn't know the meaning of the phrase "shut off". The place was mobbed almost every night with young people out to have the time of their life every night. It brought in the cool girls, who were still as hot as the club girls but actually preferred the bar scene and wanted to talk. I can only assume they toned it down since the '90's but, not unlike that tuxedo-t-shirt wearing cousin, Whiskey's might not know when to hang it up. Of course, Whiskey's also has the advantage of 800K new students a year coming into the city so to them it's probably the same wonderland it was to me. As I got older and realized I couldn't just chase women and drink for a living Whiskey's offered me solace in my enlightened years. Also $.10 wings. Solace and $.10 wings. And still pretty cheap beer but by then I could afford to move down the tap bank to the IPAs. But you realize that after work drinks with co-workers isn't the end of your social life, it's the beginning of a new chapter of trying to meet girls and eat $.10 wings at the same time. But don't lose track of time. Never lose track of time. Because inevitably your fun but suspect cousin with the tuxedo T-shirt will come barreling through that door to ask you to hide the photo he stole off the bathroom wall in your laptop bag (now where did I put that anyway?) and before you know it it's well past your bedtime and the girl you've been talking to for two hours is closer to your nephews age then to yours. So the moral of the story is: you already know Whiskey's. You grew up with him and you remember him trying to steal you uncles Playboys. It was fun back then, but he's still doing it even though he's quite old enough for his own subscription. For those out-of-towners that were maybe "duped" into going there, that happens. You're the tourist. Sometimes you get the tour and sometimes the tour gets you. If you've lived here for a while, why blame Whiskey's for being Whiskey's? He's not gonna change now. Just wish him well and tell him you'll see him at Gramma's 80th birthday, wearing his tuxedo T-shirt.
(4)Mrs. M.
The girls who work here are young, pretty, and scantily clad. When you go to a bar in the dead of winter and the waitresses are wearing shorts it's a little much. I'm sure the fellas like it, and that's all that matters. The drinks are made correctly, but way over priced, as are most bars in the middle of Boston. As far as generic overpriced bars go this place is ok for the occasional after work cocktail, nothing special.
(2)Marc B.
This place has gone downhill over the past 15 years. At best, the food is mediocre. The place could use a rehab on the inside. Very loud too. Maybe I'm just an old fart. lol
(2)Natt M.
Nasty bathrooms, food isn't that good either. Reason I'm giving additional star is because of the service
(2)T N.
the food is AWFUL. we got nachos (very bland) and mozzerella sticks (VERY SALTY). I couldn't even eat more than two. as for the drinks...we could barely taste the alcohol. and on top of that, we had to wait 45 minutes because the "bartender misplaced our order" definitely don't recommend.
(1)Jonathan C.
This is my first review. I grew up in Boston and have lived my whole life in Boston minus the 4 years I've been in college. As a result, I've been to most of the establishments in Boston. Some are great, some are bad, and yet I've never felt the need to write a review. However, after my recent experience at Whiskeys I felt a need (despite the fact i've been there numerous times before.) Let me tell you, I've been kicked out justifiably so from many a bars. However, when being approached by a bouncer midway through my first beer while sitting at a table of four, and being told I'm no longer allowed to be served, i was pretty surprised. Even more surprised, was being told to leave because i finished the remainder of the first beer that I ordered. The rest of my table, completely surprised at the outcome, asked why i was being asked to leave, they gave a shakey answer that i drank out of a bottle. so I'm curious, why at 9:15 am I asked to leave a bar after ordering my first beer? is it because I'm asian? i had zero interaction with any other person at the bar outside of the people i was with prior to that. seems shady if you ask me...bouncers on a power trip can only explain so much... by the way - this happened 30 mins ago. If i was so drunk would I be able to write this review??
(1)Scott B.
The bouncers were beautiful men; you know i have to shout out to the hottie boys... this place will go on my Man Hunt list. The service was average... drink prices standard... it was pretty packed. The walls are covered in strange nostalgia -- animal skulls, mounted fish... It's owned by the same owners as Pour House, which is one of my all time favorites... Here's a rule of thumb: If you are going to put Coors Light on SPECIAL... discount the damn price! It's NOT on special if it's the usual price.
(3)Samer A.
Wings wings wings wings. I didnt like the atomic wings though but whiskeys buffalo wings are amazinggggh. The burger was world class and the place is just perfect. I love it and i will always go when i am in boston
(4)Daniel B.
I came here just to get a beer or two. I came during St. Patrick's Day weekend so it was pretty crowded.
(3)Allan F.
Had a late lunch on a saturday afternoon. Huge menu also huge bloody marys. I ordered the spicy and it got the job done. Wife got the traditional and it was a tad toi spicy. The steak and cheese eggroll appetizer was very very tasty and recommended. The pastrami sandwich was very good. My mistake was substituting the fries with onion rings for an extra $1.50. The were greasy and soggy. Wife had a a cheese pizza and rated it a 7 on athe 1-10 scale. Bartender was obviously brand new but tried hard and his partner kept a close eye on things. All in all an ok experience. No real complaints but will not likely crave a revisit
(3)Sarah C.
Whiskey's has all my requirements for a Tuesday night: trivia, drinks, onion rings.
(3)C C.
Good wings, onion rings and pulled pork sandwich. Ample seating for weekday lunch. Can be very busy after work. Does NOT accept Amex Card.
(3)April M.
Gosh, I really don't like Whiskey's. I think if I was still freshly 21 and in college, I'd feel otherwise. But I'm not, and I don't. And so I choose to go elsewhere most nights. Whiskey's is fairly large, they do serve food (kind of bad Mexican-inspired bar food) and they do have a huge bar. Somehow, it ends up being extremely cramped every night anyways, and takes forever to get a plastic cup of some of the worst draft beer in the city. I guess it used to be a good place to start the night out and be silly, after you pre-gamed at your apartment with your friends. But I just can't stomach it anymore. Surly, insecure bouncers overly eager to shine their black light on your ID. Stale Budwesier. Drunk under-age college girls spilling their Long-Island Iced Teas all over the floor. Horny frat boys gawking at the bartender's ass. Creepy dudes who pass by a little too close after eye-f%^&ing you from the other side of the bar. Small, dirty bathrooms which you have to back in and out of. Annoyed 25 year olds waiting to order a semi-decent beer and then get the heck out of dodge, wondering, why did I come back here? (enter, me). I really don't know why I ever go back. We just seem to wind up there every now and then. One thing I will give Whiskey's is there has never, ever been a line. Hmm...I wonder why. Some places just never reach capacity, eh?
(2)Nate D.
Perhaps the only reason to go to this place is to save a few dollars, as you can get a burger and fries for like $8, which is a steal in the Back Bay. However, the problem is that the food and service are terrible, and you will need to feel like you're revisiting your questionable, sketchy, and sometimes douchey undergraduate college days as if you look under 40 and it's past 6pm, the hostess is required to scan and save your photo ID at the front door. Oh, and did I mention the food is terrible and the beer on tap (if not Bud-Light) was noticeably stale? The place is gross, folks.
(2)Amanda F.
I too, and surprised by the negative reviews. I would venture to say that this is probably one of the best places to go if you were going to head to that area of Boylston. Not only is their BBQ pulled chicken sandwich amazing, but their beer list rocks. They always have the games playing, awesome music, and their service is great. Yes, on the Saturday nights it gets flooded with college kids... but then again... what bar doesn't? Let alone, it's on Boylston street, next to Pour House, McGreeveys and all those other places... so if you don't like that crowd, the solution is simple - don't head to Boylston on a Saturday night. If you don't like being in a crowded bar... like Steve J. said... go across the street and head over to the Sel De la Terre bar, and enjoy your $12 beer there. 15 cent wings, are also amazing. You can never go wrong with 15 cent wings.
(4)Chaci C.
This is the first review I've given that is below 4 stars. If I don't like a place, or have a not so pleasant experience, I usually just leave it alone. But my experience there on Saturday evening has caused me to share my displeasure. The majority of the reason that I gave this establishment 1 star, is because I never got in. Not because it was closed. Not because it was during Boston's Watergate of 2010, but because the staff there is made up of giant tools. I'm generalizing based on 2 of the staff members that I encountered, but by reading other people's comments I see it tends to be a trend. Before I further detail my experience, let me briefly describe the type of person I am in order for you not to think my judgment was clouded by my own immaturity. I never drank until I was 21 (I know, I was the life of the party). I'm not obnoxious, belligerent, or confrontational. I've been drunk maybe twice in my life and have only gotten sick once from drinking. In general, I'm courteous, polite, and appreciative of people in service positions. It was late on Saturday evening, and 5 or 6 of us approached Whiskey's. I was last in line, and the bouncer at the front door let us all in. The place was crowded, but the line was short. I had a bottle of water with me which was rightfully taken away. I was a little bit behind the rest of the crowd. This was a little bit past midnight. I had 2 beers all night, starting at 8:30, and I was very much sober. Sober enough to prove it, speak civilly, and explain why I fumbled with my wallet. I suppose I fumbled a bit putting my license back into my wallet, as I keep both my student ID and my license in the same slot. A short (I'm short myself, so I'm not judging) HGH-enthused man approached me right away. He was very official in his 2 sizes too small t-shirt that said staff on it and his headset. He said to me, "Sorry, we can't serve you any more tonight." I responded, "Well, you haven't served my anything at all, I'm just walking in." The man with the Napoleon complex began to argue with me, never making eye contact or paying attention to the words I said. As the man tried to use polite words, his reactions were something he probably learned in TIPS certification class (which I've attended myself) but never actually addressed the things I was saying. He was relatively timid in his responses, but flexed his inflatable muscles at me to prove his self worth. I was not allowed to go in after my friends to tell them that I had not been let in. It took me a while to get in contact with them, as you can imagine the level of noise in a crowded Boston bar. I finally got a hold of my friends. All of them were completely shocked given my reputation as a sober person. They laughed a bit, but were even a bit upset at Whiskey's for having no ability to tell a drunk from a sober person. They had bought themselves drinks already, so I waited outside as they finished their drinks and the drink they bought for me. As I waited outside, I watched the bouncer let in every stumbling drunk that tried. I stood besides him and made comments comparing my soberness with the slurring words of teens with fake IDs he let in. Lance, is the bouncer's name. It's clear that Lance works under my steroid friend. Lance said, "Listen man, I can tell you're sober, but he must have seen something I didn't, so I'm sorry." Instead of Lance being a gentleman and telling hulk hogan that he made a mistake, he stood there as I waited outside for my friends. At this point, I could tell that HGH had also realized he made a mistake. Instead of being apologetic, he could not admit that he was wrong. My friends came out shortly after and found the whole situation ironic. They came storming out pointed at me saying, "You wouldn't let this kid in?! Seriously?!" Also, my friend pointed out the individual sitting at the window table literally rolling a joint. He was very animated and pointing at the man from outside. "There's a guy literally right behind you rolling a giant spliff and you will not say anything to him? You don't know that's going on?" Lance refused to turn around or acknowledge what we were saying. In filling out this review, yelp asks "Is this establishment smoking or non smoking." I was tempted to select that this establishment did allow smoking, but only of marijuana. Rules of Whiskey's -No sober fun -Illegal drugs are OK.
(1)Steph W.
Oh crap. I think I just walked into a college frat party! This place screams bro...no thank you! Maybe it is my inner-grandma but I am sort of over the whole let's go out and act like frat dudes kind of days. Forgive me. The crowd here is...young. Not that there is anything wrong w that because I was 21 once too but I'm not feeling it. The drinks are okay -- I had a strong one yesterday but it was almost TOO strong (who complains about a drink being too strong? THIS CHICK!). The prices are reasonable for Boston ($7.50 for vodka and a mixer) but I mean it is served in a plastic cup -- hence the frat party thing! Flip cup anyone? Too bad it wasn't a red solo, I would have been ready to play some flip cup or beirut. So, I am this place isn't screaming class but then again I don't think they are trying to so maybe that is fine. The waitresses tend to wear no clothing but I guess if you're a dude then you'd like that -- hey, more tips! I will say that this is a place to go if you want something really low key and crowded but that is it. And they do have Buck Hunter but their machine doesn't function properly because I played w/ a friend and it sucked. Okay now you're thinking, "No, lady it is probably that you and your friend suck at the game" -- wrong! I thought that too except then I'd pull the trigger and nothing really happened. It had like a serious delay -- maybe that is why the TV was off? I did have to turn on the TV it is hooked up to so we could play so maybe that should have been a red flag. Oops. Oh well, I sucked but it was still fun although I def think it wasn't working right (almost a fact). Then I played some golf game and that was hard. I will admit I definitely sucked at that game. So okay the games give this place 1 extra star. Go games.
(2)Robbie R.
Lookin at the slew of horrible reviews for this place, I am almost tempted to do the same. But then I remember that Yelp is full of bitter mid-30-something's grasping for a piece of their lost youth by throwing themselves into an online community that gives them some sort of a sense of power. I remember that Whiskey's is a typical Boylston bar. It gets crowded on evening's. The bartenders are chicks wearing ill-fitting clothing who, more often than not, should not be wearing ill-fitting clothing. You will find that the clientele gets drunk and obnoxious-- if you are not drunk and obnoxious along with them. Anyways, what spurred my review for this (admittedly) average bar is their ABOVE average HAPPY HOURRRR! I have eaten here before and enjoyed their 15 cent wings. I have enjoyed their half-price crappetizers. But now they've gone and taken it to another level. Now, with the purchase of an alcoholic beverage between the hours of 11 and 4:30pm, and 11 and 1:30 AM, you get a 12 inch cheese OR pepperoni pizza for 99 cents. The pizza is delicious, and the price is nuts. BOTTOM LINE: Go here expecting it to be mediocre, and you will be pleasantly surprised at how good (and reasonable) it is!
(3)Corey H.
I can't say too much about this place because I was only there for 2 drinks. I can say that I really liked the decor and the atmosphere. Lots of TVs and beers on tap. We went on a wednesday night. It wasn't very busy. There was two bartenders. Neither were very friendly. They didn't really smile or talk. That made me a little mad but it was reflected in their tip.
(3)Frank L.
First of all the 10 cent wings are small and gross, and they do not give you any celery. Second you have to sit at the bar to get them, which is small and crowded. And now they make everyone eating order a drink, which makes this deal not worth it. Just skip this place and get wings at Spikes and drinks at Roads or someplace else. Don't fill your body with junk.
(1)Jef S.
#3 on my "Top Ten List of Places to Loot and Burn in Boston When the Revolution Comes". The only good reason to come here is to sit in a corner with other cynical, angry friends and make fun of the stupid yuppies and frat boys around you. That'll entertain you for about 15 minutes and then you'll need to leave. They used to have one of those tank-and-claw games where if you could snag the lobster, they'd cook it for you for cheap. That about sums it all up.
(1)Crystal E.
Been there for a photo booth required for a ID card. So decided to stop to eat. Not too bad. Small place, there are archades around the bar where you can play. It's pretty nice cozy place to kickback or take a shot at the photo booth.
(3)TJ D.
Patronizing this place is akin to culinary prostitution, as you will be literally paying to get screwed. I am forced to give a minimum 1-star rating due to Yelp's system, where I want to give it a .7 stars. That rating is based on the fact that the bar is at least enclosed in a safe structure presumably up to code, and that there is oxygen available to breath. I will not be returning to this place, which is ok. With food, you need to experience the "bad" sometimes in order to really appreciate the "good". Please keep in mind as you read the following review that I pride myself on being a patient customer, with an above average ability to perceive other causes of a negative experience. To begin, the waitress (who appears to be the same blonde staff portrayed in another Yelper's review) was aloof and running around the bar area like it was a crazy night and packed to the rafters....the reality is that it was 1:30pm on a Saturday and mildly busy. Either she is inexperienced, had a bad morning, or plain old "don't give a **** because they're all tourists anyway" due to being near Newbury St. The service, being centered on this staff, suffered because of her presence. I saw several other patrons rolling their eye or becoming impatient as the barkeep floundered around. Her attitude was bad and conveyed that she doesn't know square-one about customer service. To boot, an owner-esque woman came to help the barkeep at some point and she gave off an aura being bothered to help. Either way, it didn't help the situation. Our food came late, taking a half hour for honey-buffalo wings and were cold. The waitress actually offered to put in a new order for us, and then never followed up with us to let us know. Our time was tight, so we ate the cold wings and asked to cash out. As we were leaving the new wings came out and the barkeep acted offended that we didn't want them. Well, communicate with your customers.... Really, you guys have a good location and a unique atmosphere compared to the vibe of other Newbury St. establishments. Use it. Smarten up and don't squander it. You're paying the rent on the place.
(1)Christina C.
I liked coming here to watch any games on TV, and for Trivia night, but that's about it. Their prices aren't bad, and the service is alright. The food is decent, but nothing that really stands out...just typical bar food. However, there is always an interesting crowd, and the door guys are really friendly.
(3)Alexis J.
The first time I went to Whiskey's, I'll admit I really liked it. We went on a Friday night and the place was packed. The food was good and came out fairly quickly, our waiter was knowledgeable and really good at handling some drunk and disorderly customers that were sitting in our section. The wings were outstanding though I wasn't impressed with my turkey club. Due to all of this, we decided to go back a few weeks later on a Monday night and boy did we regret it. Our waitress was knowledgeable though left us sitting for a LONG time between check ins even though there were only a handful of other people there. Our wings were mushy and came out cold after waiting 20 minutes for them. I got the pulled pork which was not good at all. Instead of the pork being tossed in the sauce, the sauce was just poured on the top so it wasn't very good. My boyfriend got the hot dog sliders and couldn't even finish three of them because they were so bad. The whole rest of the night we both felt sick because the food was just terrible. Next time I'm looking for a bar in the neighborhood, I'll just go to Lir or Pour House instead.
(2)Angela Y.
This place has a huge menu...too much to choose from. They have BBQ, wings, steaks, pizzas, salads etc. They had different BBQ sauces on the depending what you want for your wings/BBQ sandwiches. Food is okay. The BBQ sandwich was okay. My husband got a BBQ with Mac and Cheese Sandwich which was tasty. Didn't have a draft beer menu which was kinda of annoying when sitting in the restaurant cause they have tons of beer on tap but you can't see the taps from where you are sitting. They could have had my favorite unique beer on tap and not even know it. I asked what was on draft and the waitress said oh we have tons I can't name all of them. The restaurant got really noisy due to the bar being in the middle so it was kinda of hard to have a conversation without yelling across the table. They do have a lot of TV's for sporting events but all the TVs where on the same college football team...(not even a Boston team) Being a West Coast visitor I would have appreciated some PAC-12 action on at least one of them. The bathroom is down the stairs in a creepy hall...kinda of scary!
(2)Jeff W.
I don't know how to review this. This was an effected reasturant. We came here for lunch and a few 3-4 rounds of drinks. It was a beautiful Boston afternoon and the place was packed and lively. I love Boston
(4)DJ D.
Dirty, clean the place. Not exactly appetizing hygiene. I only had a beer, then I just had to leave before I got their cooties.
(1)Ginny S.
Whiskey's is my after work hangout. The food is pretty good and there is a lively crowd. Service can be a bit slow unless Patrick is the bartender. My only other complaint is that I sometimes see tables in the back with "reserved" on them but when I called ask if they could reserve tables for a party I was flat out told no even after I asked about seeing the reserved sign before.
(3)Alexa D.
Went to Whiskeys on a wednesday night. The food prices were excellent and the portions were huge. Theres no need to order a large nacho order unless there is at least 8 people. I found the beer prices bearable, but to the high side. C lintel is what it is. Frat boys with big biceps and too-small shirts.
(3)S K.
Went here a couple weeks ago for brunch. I ordered scrambled eggs with potatoes and my friend got the omelet. The food was literally horrible and I couldn't even finish it. The eggs didn't taste like eggs (I'm still skeptical as to what it was) and the potatoes were super salty. My friend's omelet didn't have any cheese---which he asked for and tasted pretty awful as well. The only thing edible was the toast so that's basically all I ate for breakfast that day. Maybe the drinks and bar food is better but I would definitely not come here for brunch!!
(1)Marcel R.
I come here a couple of times a week to watch sports and enjoy some of the good appetizers. I tried those atomic wings or whatever they called and almost died. The service here is good as well cause they always change it to the game that I want to watch.
(4)Samara M.
I am a stickler for Southern Fare and Whiskey's is said to have a reputation for great Southern BBQ. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed just the way I like it! The menue is basic yet extensive. I ordered ther "BLACK n BLUE" burger. I have a thing for burgers and blue cheese. We got an appitizer the guiness book of world records buffalo wings... FANTASTIC!!!!! the second time around. The first batch was burnt however, when my burger arrived it was well done and not medium well like I requested. The waitress was nice and they made it again....It was still well done!! I figured since the chef couldn't get it right the first 2 times why ask for it to redone a 3rd time. I ordered the "Lemonrazz Margarita" AWESOME!!! This should be a signature drink. All in all the service is prompt and helpful, and the drinks are amazing but they don't know how to properly grill burger.
(3)Judy H.
Hay it is what it is. .25 wings ? yes please ! Pretty tasty and a decent glass of Pino. I don't think my old ass will be hanging out here late with the kids but for after work and decent buffalo wing it filled the bill !
(4)Melissa M.
My fiance threw up and it slid down the front of the bar. He walked out and no one was the wiser. No one is the wiser because this is a dumb bar that I haven't frequented in quite some time. But, my fiance was wearing a rather tacky tie last night and I asked him where he got it. His reply, "Whiskey's". I said, Whiskey's?? Whiskey's?? The bar you puked down the side of? His reply, "Yeah. A guy took off his tie and threw it down on the bar and threw his cell and left. I got the tie, and Matt got the cell." Whiskey's is not a hidden gem. It should be hidden from anyone who has a mind and wants to drink. Do not go.
(1)August G.
It just occurred to me that a place named Whiskey's should, technically, have really good whiskey. Not that I'll ever try it here, because this place is dirty and the service is, well, let's just say you don't come for the service. Beer's pricey too. Yeah I know, why come here then? 20 cent wings is all you need to know. Alllll you need to know. Sun-Thurs to 11pm. (Nachos are not any sort of quality but are tasty too) I will say that the waitress said rather bizarrely that everyone at the table would have to order a round of drinks in order to get the wings deal, which makes it a ripoff if you think about it. But my friend has gone multiple times here without that being a policy, so not sure if it's a new thing or the waitress was making things up.
(3)Rob C.
All along, i had no idea Whiskey's was a barbecue place. i'd walked by it for years, tried to get in one night only to be rebuffed at the door because a friend wasn't really standing up straight anymore, and i never knew. On a windy and cold night, looking for food, my companion had had enough of the weather so i summarily picked Whiskey's because i'd never eaten there and it was nearby. The tables are tiny, and festooned with nonsense you don't really need. The music was absurdly loud for a Wednesday night (late dinner, around eight). The food was deeply mediocre; my date poked at a steak salad, and while i scarfed down a pulled chicken sandwich, it should be noted that i have extremely low standards. Actually, their barbecue sauces are very tasty, and they get a star for that. The beer was a bit on the flat side, the waitstaff was in a hurry to get rid of us (although the host and bouncer were very friendly), and overall it was just weak. So now i can keep walking by.
(2)Christine S.
TWO LOBSTERS FOR $18.95!!!!!!!! I seriously gained 3249023 pounds during my visit to Boston and Whiskey's is partly to blame. Luckily, I was able to work off some of it by going down the bagillion stairs to get down to the bathroom.
(4)Sarah G.
Meh....just meh..... This bar will make you feel like you have been transported instantly back to a college party, only now this party has all of the drop outs at it, instead of current students...It just kind of felt dirty in here...and it kind of just made me feel way more mature than I usually feel too....strange...the floor is sticky....there was some remnants of vomit it looked like on the bathroom floors....i am shuddering a little right now thinking about it! The beers were pretty cheap, we were able to get a table to sit at, and they have waitress service at the tables, and i hear their kitchen stays open pretty late for food too, so I will give them that, and they have flat screen tvs to watch the games, but they pack so many people in here that you cannot possibly escape without getting a drink spilled on you.....Maybe if I came here really drunk already it would be okay, but coming here sober??? Not for me ;)
(2)Mike G.
Not really sure why so many people only give this place 3 stars...The service was great, the menu selection was huge and the food was good and priced well. In this area of the city the prices were cheap! Great place for drinks and beer too.
(4)Roni E.
When 30 people come pouring into a bar on Tuesday night, most bars open up their arms and spaces with gratitude. Well... here at Whiskey's it was quite the opposite. What's one way to piss off 30 Yelpers? Basically, telling them they can't serve you and to leave. Yep. A few had arrived earlier and had scored a table before the rush came in. Some had ordered drinks, but weren't given any menus. Fine. A couple more of us came in, still not quite crowded yet, but busy. Not one person came by to ask if we wanted drinks or even menus. What we got when someone finally came after 20 min... "Are you going to be ordering food?" My response, "No," as were a few others as some of us were still rather full from the event. But... his response, "Well you can't sit here if you're not ordering food". Not... "Can I get you a drink?" or "Would you be interested in ordering a drink or anything else?" So... while you were in a tizzy about us not ordering food, you've also lost out on 30 yelpers ordering drinks ALL NIGHT LONG!!!! Which would have been more $$$ than your friggin' food order. But c'est la vie you lost out when you demanded that we get out of the booths. Mind you, there was no one waiting for tables. If there were, I can see your argument for needing tables for people that were eating. Who knows, I may have asked for a menu later as I was getting my libation on, as I usually tend to have a need to nosh later on in the evening. Instead, we went somewhere else that appreciated our business. And for that I wish I could seriously give you no stars. Least now I know to never come back and judging by your already 2.5 star rating, looks like you guys need to do some major over hauling anyway.
(1)Tom K.
This used to be one of my favorite go-to places in college. Now, almost 10 years later, I can barely stand to walk into this place. I find myself coming back here mainly due to its location. The place almost always seems to be packed and, as such, I've never actually had anything to eat here (save for some shared apps while hanging around the bar). Everything here is super expensive, not very good, and if you're looking for a place to hang out and have a conversation with a group of people, this is not your place. With so many other establishments up and down Boylston, I don't understand how this place is still in business, forget packed with people night in and night out.
(2)lauren s.
We jumped into this restaurant to grab an early lunch when the heavens opened up and started pouring. I ordered a fajita chicken burrito expecting very little. It was still way worse than my already low expectations. My friend ordered the buffalo chicken pizza, took two bites and gave up. Most disappointing was when we excitedly convinced our Australian friend to order waffle fries. Whiskey's shanked all our hype with their limp, lukewarm and not even remotely seasoned version. I'm 99% sure they bought some generic frozen ones and warmed them under a lamp all day. What a way to ruin the greatness that is waffle fries for a foreigner. This seems like a cool place to sit and have some beers but if I could go back and have a choice between food and walking in the rain, I'd brave the monsoon for some real lunch.
(2)Olayemi A.
Don't care for it for the nightlife, but it still gets 4 stars for the food. They have great cheap tasty bar food, i love it! The wings, cheesesteak rolls, burgers, and onion rings are delicious. The 99c pizza is decent too. Need to go back to try their brunch, heard it's also really good.
(4)Merry M.
This is food for drunk people. It's very loud. Probably very fun for an after work drinks/apps time out with the gang. Not really a place for dinner, especially if you want to have a conversation. The food is really not that great. The fajitas were awful. BBQ seems to be their specialty. That would probably have been a better choice. It's cheaper than some other nearby restaurants.
(2)Becki W.
Thanks, but no thanks I write it that way for 2 reasons. First of all, it is to say, I have had your food, and have had your drink, and you are nothing special to me. while i have not had food poisoning, you would by no means be a place i would recommend. Secondly, I went there after the Elite event down the street at max brenners. Good event, and Whiskeys seemed a good place for an after party. The first few through the door managed to grab a corner table. Great. it was crowded when the rest of us got there. It was SRO, so we chose to stand by the table. the table at which no one was really being serviced. We were told that we couldn't stand by the table as we were in the way and causing a hazard. That would have been fine, but there was nowhere by the bar to stand either. You were not going to wait on us, and we were clearly in your way, so Thanks, but no thanks, we are going to the Pour House. Ta!
(2)Jason F.
Some of the best wings in Boston. I am not a fan of the bartenders who think they are the hotest piece of ass this side of Mississippi. Overall decent food and a good place to watch sports. As for the bar, it can get quite crowded Friday/Saturday nights and you may have to push some over served 21 year olds out of the way to hit the head. Summary: Come for the wings, try not to get annoyed by pompous bartenders.
(4)Dustin L.
This place has the absolute worst service of any bar on Boylston Street and arguably in the city. The waitresses have THE worst attitude constantly and seem like they could care less about your even existence at their tables. Not to mention they rarely ever come to check on the table, fill the waters or even ask for more rounds. My friends and I will never give this business another dollar as they hold the torch of the worst service at a bar. DO NOT GO HERE!
(1)Monique S.
What you see is what you get. You can tell from the outside that you are not going to get gourmet food here. The place is what it is, bar food. That being said, my out of town guest and I had a good experience. It was obvious that our waiter was new, but he got everything right and double checked to make sure. We appreciated that. The food is junk food. If you're on a diet, this probably isn't the place to go. They have a pretty good selection of beers all around $5. So that is pretty decent. Overall, a decent place. What you see is what you get, hooters lite.
(3)Jane R.
It's a pretty standard sportsbar in Back Bay. Good burgers, good drinks, lots of tvs to watch the game. However, on some nights, it gets super packed here. It's definitely a place to hangout and drink and maybe get some snacks!
(3)Ross P.
This place sucks. Went midday Saturday, terrible service, poor food. It took 30 min+ to get a side salad, nachos and a cheese pizza. Nachos were a stale brick, pizza flavorless, and how do you screw up a salad?... Stale cornbread croutons. FAIL
(1)Sara M.
My friends and I went in here Saturday night, and this is not the place to keep your new year's resolutions The menu reads starchy, salty and sugary. I had a pulled chicken sandwich and fries, good, but the roll was too bready (sounds strange but you know what I mean) and the "fire and ice" cucumbers are too spicy to be palatable. My friends had grilled chicken and chicken fingers, they looked good, but standard bar fare. The last time I had the wings, they were so spicy we could barely finish them, and we were never asked how we wanted them. We were there pretty early in the night, so we missed the crowds, but I have been in later on the weekends, and the bar is a crowded, hot mess of people. If you are on Boylston, go somewhere else
(3)Beky T.
Went to Whiskeys past weekend. Students defintely back. They have these crazy pizzas for 1.99 late night. And pichers for only 8.95. Can't beat those prices. Service was good. Not everly eager but friendly. Don't get why so much negative press
(4)Meridith H.
It smells good in here. I had the brisket sandwich, which was good, and substituted the fries for the garlic smashed potatoes, which were AMAZING. There was probably more butter & cream than there was potato, which is the way it ought to be! The chili with mac & cheese was ok; it's spicy and not overly cheesy, so go for it if that's your thing. Beer selection was decent & service was quick & attentive. This is a great place to go for a few beers & comfort food.
(4)Tyler F.
Love this place! This is one of my favorite after work hangouts. The beer is way too expensive for what it is but if you are looking for a quick bite after work, this is the place. The have 1/2 price apps and $.20 wings (used to be $.10, but inflation is a bitch). Order the honey hot wings, much better than the regular buffalo wings. Also they are very big for only $.20. I cannot comment on the waitstaff at tables because I am constantly sitting at the bar, but the girls are very good looking behind the bar and are always ready with another cold draft beer when I am ready. Keep it up Whiskeys but lower the price on your draft beer.
(4)Anette F.
My review is based on "happy hour" time. I've never eaten food from here. The only thing that we would get is the specials, $1 pizza or 1/2 off app. The beer is very well priced and the pizza (for a $1)/apps. were good for the price we were paying. I've never had bad service and if anything, we've gotten complimentary drinks since we kept tipping well. The only thing I've had trouble with is my out of state I.D. I had a hard time trying to get a drink with one of the bartendars since I had a CA I.D. I guess it all depends on whom you get. Overall, FOR HAPPY HOUR and something casual, it's really not a bad place to go to.
(4)Sam L.
I've been here on two occasions since I've moved to Boston and both times, were unplanned, but I have to say that both times I've ended my nights here have been really good! It's your typical bar: gets pretty loud and crowded, and though it is mostly the college undergrad scene, I find it to be much more tolerable than Lir (you can read that review...my god I would never go back there). It's not a great place if you want to dance, but if you're just chilling with some friends and wanna have a few drinks, this is a decent place to be. Oh and they have decent-looking bar tenders. The one looked kinda like Selena Gomez and the other looked like a mix of Jared Leto + Adam Levine...or maybe just Jake Gyllanhaal. In any case, the servers were good eye candy!
(3)Rob D.
Hit, miss, hit, hit, miss. If you like being surprised then Whiskey's is the place to go. I've had food that was amazing and a steak sandwich I almost threw out. The crowd could be young old, low key, partying or something in between. The wait staff rocks if you are lucky enough to get a table. This is a great stop for Trivia night, but I wouldn't bank my weekend night plans on it.
(3)Lauren D.
Oh wow this place! Almost gave it two stars, but than thought about why would this place deserve two... Let's just say I've been here twice and neither have been a very positive experience. 1.) The Waitstaff is not attentive, which stinks for them because the more they pay attention to us the more $$ they walk home with at the end of the night. 2.) Also about the Waitstaff, they are a little trashy, for example the women who served us had a low cut shirt showing off the tattoos all over her chest and really short shorts with slits cut up the side. If you are into eating/drinking at a place where you are served by half dressed people, this is your place. If not, beware! 3.) It took forever to get a beer when sitting at a table from the waitress, which I blame on the bartender. All around...Boooah! I would say if you were coming to this bar you would be going because you had no where else to go OR you were going for the 10 cent wings. I would never wait in line for this place and you shouldn't either!
(1)Nadia T.
Dang, yo! There's a lotta trash-talking about this bar! Such a shame 'cuz I actually really enjoy Whiskey's. Although, the difference may be that I go during the weekdays. I've never once had a problem with the bouncers. Actually, they've been the nicer ones I've encountered in Boston. And there's this one cute bartender with an accent that calls you "hun." Hehehhehehee. I'm such a girl... I probably go here maybe once every week or two to indulge in their $0.20 wing special. They're actually pretty darn good! I'd probably lick my fingers if I weren't worried about scaring off potential new friends. In short, I order 20 wings + a Blue Moon, and spend the rest of the night happy and satisfied enough to forget my mother's attempts at setting up an arranged marriage. Thanks for showing me a good time, Whiskey's.
(4)paul b.
This place as really gone down hill. I used to come once a week with a friend for several years. Returned for first time after 6 months and was very disappointed. Servers were not friendly. People across from us got in fight over rules about wings. They ran out of our favorite tequilla. The food was fair (we usually get steak salad, cheese sticks). Just stunning how bad an experience it was. Maybe new management or owner?? This long time customer will not return.
(1)Kevin C.
New in town but been here a few times already. As noted before, their food is kind of hit or miss - their blackened chicken Caesar salad is retardedly good, but their burger wasn't inspiring. It's definitely got a strong dive bar feel, as evidenced by the dark lighting, low ceilings and very drunk clientele. Bartenders (read: women who probably weren't hired for their personalities) have always been on the ball, which means no time wasted between drinks.
(3)Tyler C.
Decided to try this place after reading the menu and really liked food/drink selection and prices. I came here with my girlfriend and right after we walked in we knew something was wrong. The hostess just stared at us and said nothing until I spoke. I expected at least a "welcome to whiskeys." We sat down and waited at least 10 minutes for the watress to come to our table. When she finally did I asked about the 1/2 price apps. She told us we had to sit at the table near the bar to get the deal. We moved tables and proceeded to wait another 10 mins to place our order. Keep in mind we had the same waitress. We finally placed our order and waited 15 mins for our drinks to arrive after watching them sit at the bar getting warm and the foam settling. Our app finally came with stale chips and decent spin dip. The ribs brisket and pulled pork were almost inedible as you couldn't even cut the ribs with a knife and fork and the brisket was drenched in bbq sauce. So much you couldn't even taste the meat. All in all we saw the waitress one time during the meal and had to flag her down to get the check. Overall it was disappointing and wouldnt recommend this place to anyone unless you want bad food and terrible service.
(1)Samantha M.
Ugh. Why on earth was my drink like $15 and where was the alcohol in it!!??
(2)Steven C.
I adore Whiskeys! Great wings, awesomely priced burgers and good service. Had a lobster roll that could rival most high-end places. I've been going to Whiskeys for 7 years and will continue to do so.
(4)John A.
You know, women aren't decorations. Last night the bartenders at this joint were wearing jean cutoffs that were so short I could see the bottom part of their ass cheeks sticking out. A woman can be violently attractive without ass all over the place. Have some respect. This place would have gotten one star but they did have an ok selection of seasonal beers on tap. If you're a football jersey wearing, beer guzzling bro-dawg who wants to listen to top 40 hits and chase slutty undergrads, then go to Whiskeys.
(2)Gary J.
I'm only giving this place two stars because the food is ok here. The staff seems to have a poor attitude, especially the bartenders. I wanted to like this place and came back a few times hoping that maybe it was just an off night. Nope, still bad attitudes and awful service. I also witnessed the manager discipling an employee in the dining room which is unprofessional. I think the whole place needs to be overhauled. I won't be back until I see a sign on the door that says NEW OWNERSHIP, or NEW MANAGEMENT.
(2)Julie B.
My nights on Boylston Street usually include some time at Whiskeys (e.g. take a lap around Whiskeys, get a hot dog from Pour House at 1, go back to Whiskeys). I really do like this bar and it's a great place to just hang out. Don't come here if you're looking to dance, there really is just enough room to stand. The beer selection is decent and I've heard they have lots of good food deals but have yet to try.
(3)Karen H.
My manager took me here for lunch as a treat on my first day of work two summers ago. I was really excited to eat my sandwich... until I found a long piece of hair in it. My hair was short at the time. Yuck!!! My manager told our waitress, who was more than understanding about it and even took 50% off from the bill. A few months after that, my friends and I decided to stop by for a drink after work, against our better judgment, and we basically managed to do a loop around the bar bypassing the drunk douchebag bro dudes and girls either falling over us or trying to grab onto us, just in time to exit the place. The floor was sticky from all the beer split on it. I understand that it's going to be crowded on a Friday night on Bolyston St. where all Red Sox fans go to congregate, but I'm just not into it. I give them two stars for the waitress being proactive, but otherwise I have never gone back again.
(2)Carrie C.
We did not get to eat here. We went on a Sunday afternoon and after noticing empty tables at the front of the place we walked in. We asked to be seated at an empty table at the front so we could enjoy looking at the street. We were told no, they would have to seat us in the back as they did not have wait staff for the front? We walked out, after reading the reviews I think we got lucky!
(1)Nik B.
Don't come here unless you're already drunk (and it doesn't matter where you go because you won't remember it anyway) This place is lame. It's like the bar equivalent of Hooters (less delicious chicken wings) The only reason it got a second star is because I've seen worse (unfortunately)
(2)Chocolate E.
I was tempted to give Whiskey's 1 star but then I remember the 10cent wings and the music videos. So, up to 2 we go The thing that kills me about Whiskey's is the layout. Why does the central bar take up 80% of the place? There is essentially no room to walk around it when the place is packed. Its as if the person who designed the place assumed no one would actually come so might as well give the bartenders as much room as possible Also, the place is kind of gross. I think the whole place needs a nice bleach rub down! The 2 (almost) pros that I mentioned before are the 10cent wings served in the bar area and the music videos. The wings are pretty good and for 10cents its a good value. Unfortunately, the deal doesn't work if you're seated at a proper table. The music videos crack me up. When was the last time you watched consecutive music videos? They mix it up with old school tunes so you're able to do the "oh my god remember this song/video?!?" Whiskey's is OK for after work or for a pre-sox game drink... but I would never, ever go here on a Friday or Saturday night
(2)Amanda W.
In ascending order: -Number of stars in review -Number of rude, awkwardly-scantily clad bartenders claiming the extra 5 feet around their gargantuan bar as even more of their space and ordering you to move -Number of times I've tried to learn Buck Hunter just to escape from reality -Number of drunk girls dressed in cleavagey or distractingly glittery ensembles with tp attached to their high heels about to throw up in the grimy downstairs bathroom -Number of guido fights I've seen occur at the entrance
(2)Damien S.
Lotta lotta lotta hatin' goin up in this piece. Yeah, it can easily be taken as your run-of-the-mill meat market, but can't any hot spot in the Bay? Frat packers in shorts and Ts or elitists in sharp collars and tailored jackets, it's easy to pick out the "goal oriented" bar hoppers. Whatevs dawg. This jam be straight chillin wit cheap azz buhrsss and da bomb wings for what 5 for fitty? Gangsta. Where they can afford to be assholes, the servers and bartenders are super cool. Kate remembered my name last night and I hadn't been for 3 weeks. The place was packed as Friday nights go and yet she never let my cup empty. Kudos Kate. Judge the people if you must but the vibe is low key and laid back. Cheap, delish wings are spot on. Half the TVs play the game, the others spin what MTV used to (Which popular artist has a video resembling a morphing Rorschach inkblot? Hmm. Never knew.) You're a wiener if you don't hit up Whiskey's at least once.
(4)Miika M.
What could be a more better trip than being deposited in the depths of Boston during the most exciting round of MLB yet? My friends had just finished taking me out to Walden Pond and due to the rather long walk around the perimeter of the pond/lake, we had built up an appetite. As we walked around, a sudden dash of rain and massive wind hurled us into the nearest church where we found another group of people huddled away from the turn of elemental events. Fire and Ice had an hour wait plus I was not really looking forward to a buffet since I've been doing nothing but eating horribly my entire stay here so I actually was looking for a salad. In addition, they had overbooked my flight so I was stuck in MA until Monday (I refused to waste a Sunday on standby) so the boys took me to Whiskey's for a quick bite and Steve was looking for a burrito place. First off, since it is a bar, they verified my old bag age by looking at my id. And the blast of sound and hot air hit me in the stomach. It was loud. And the crowd here was mixed in a pleasing way. A bunch of financial suits lined one end of the bar in their dark navy and bright yellow ties. On the other end, were a bunch of Red Sox fans becoming boisterous in their jeans and sweaters. Seated throughout the banquettes, were families and random people escaping the sudden downpour. Our waiter showed up in a funky wig full of black ringlets and a boxing outfit. I tried hard not to laugh, even though I was on a call trying to obtain reservations at the local Holiday Inn Express for the night. $250. ??? For a Holiday Inn?? Forget about it. I ordered a Midori sour, which appeared in the form of a half pint. Sweet yet potent. And I probably was dehydrated, since I downed the first half within a span of a few minutes. Bad bad. Since I was craving a salad, I ordered the dinner Caesar salad, priced around $8.50. My Midori was $6.00. The salad was a good sized portion, with a good Caesar dressing. I ate the entire thing and left the croutons circling the rim of the plate. We left, feeling a bit warmer and I was on the line with CSAA attempting to obtain a better quote in terms of reservations. I was not inclined to paying $350 for a room at Club Quarters and I just finished telling the representative that the weather was terrible. "Not terrible. You are suppose to say 'wicked'," she laughed. Got it. The weather was wicked. I love Boston.
(3)Alex S.
grumble. grumble. Another Boston bar in a permanent state of identity crisis that tries to be so many things and ends up being sub par at everything. They have a huge bar which takes up the whole place so there really isn't any where to stand around the bar. There are lots of tables but you have to order from a waitress at the tables but its really loud so its not a place that you would sit down and have a dinner, more of just a drinks and appatizers place. But the loud music kinda goes to waste cause you cant dance or really do anything cause of the limited space. There are TVs but they are small and awkwardly placed. They try to be one of those places that makes the waitresses and bar tenders dress really slutty but cant pull it off since some of them aren't really that attractive. The appetizers and wings are really cheap which is good but it isn't a place you go and are like "Wow that was fun" more of a place that you go and if you are lucky you say "Eh that was ok"
(2)Madoka K.
On a freezing, windy January night, my boyfriend and I shivered into Whiskey's out of pure desperation. If pure desperation and hunger are your only motivating factors, then sure, you'll be fed, but it's not going to be amazing. My complaints are the usual. For one, very poor interior design. Tiny tables, cluttered with objects, not enough space to move around when it's crowded. Oh, and it was crowded. The table directly behind us decided they needed a five foot radius to themselves in all directions for their horde of friends to stand, drink beers, and glower at us, and that included our table. So we requested our server to move us to a booth, and the group promptly snatched our table and attached it to theirs. Way to be subtle, guys. The service was a bit scarce, but it was pretty busy in there. The waitresses, host, and doorman I dealt with were all very pleasant though. Unfortunately, one waitress, who was not ours, had a very bad case of cellulite and decided the best course of action was to wear short-shorts. As for the food, the french fries are extremely dry. My boyfriend's burger and loaded baked potato were sub-par. I ordered the three meat combo. They mean that quite literally. I ordered it with the hot links, St. Louis ribs, and bbq chicken. I literally received one hot link, one chicken breast, and one rib. Very stingy. The ribs were tastily flavored, but very fatty and the chicken had a strange taste. For dessert I was excited to see they serve a Kahlua and brownie sundae, unfortunately it too was sub-par, it was encrusted in stale nuts, completely overpowering any other flavor it may have had. On the plus side, the trivia game they host sounded very fun, and I appreciated the loud music and music videos on all the screens. Overall, I'd come back to socialize or drink and meet up with people, but never for the food! Never again.
(2)Tim B.
They don't have no pizzas.
(1)Sean S.
I love this place, the atmosphere is great, good amount of decent looking girls, interesting guys to talk to, and $2 whole pizzas after 11 PM, and the pizza is actually decent. Friendly bouncers and bartenders. But some of the food is kind of nasty, and they cut me off one time when I wasn't even that drunk. They cut me off by bringing me a box, so not only did they make me stop drinking, they forced me to box up my food and leave. They did tell me they hoped I came back again though, so I'll give them 4 stars, although I'm not sure if they deserve 3 or 4.
(4)Stephanie F.
I came here for both for the purposes of eating and drinking at the bar (both were separate occasions). First of all, as a bar, it's your regular "oh it smells like vomit from the night before / they probably spilled so much beer at this place that the odors of the beer are constantly vaporizing in the air of the restaurant." They have a selection of BBQ type food, and their fries are starchy. Like Burger King's.
(1)Erin O.
Great everyday bar. A little bit of everyone shows up here, and the menu is pretty standard, everything I've eaten is great! They also sell my favorite burger here, mmm. Definitely gets crowded on weekends, but what decent bar on boylston doesn't? No complaints.
(4)Sarah S.
I wanted to go to a different place, but that place was packed... sooo we decided on Whiskey's, which had plenty of open space at 12:30pm on a beautiful Saturday. I ordered a bloody mary and the BBQ chicken sandwhich with fries and hot BBQ sauce. Sandwich came with coleslaw on it. Pros - friendly waitress, decently prompt service, BBQ and slaw on sandwhich were good, hot pickles were great! Friends ordered fajitas - huge portions. Cons - weak bloody mary with a piece of celery stuck in it that I would never eat (shriveled on the ends), fries tasted like they definitely needed to change the oil in the fryer, low quality bun on sandwhich. Overall, it was OK and not very expensive - you get what you pay for, eh? PS - ladies bathroom is awkward... one sink, one hand dryer. Because of this, another patron pretty much stood over me as I washed my hands. She ended up skipping the hand dryer because it was one of those ones from the early 90s that pretty much has the equivalent air speed and volume of somebody blowing on your hands.
(2)Rani P.
I was wary when my friend suggested we meet for drinks here. Working in the back bay, I just never had a desire to cram myself in between the crowded bar to get a drink or be shocked by the clothing choices of the bartending staff. So when I arrived, I was happy we could find a booth and that a cocktail waitress greeted us and offered to get us a drink instead of trying to fight my way to the bar. Finally we sit, have drinks watch the red sox game and I find myself content. Then in midst of conversation, a waiter walks over and reaches his arm in front of me, placing his armpit within inches of my face to grab condiments. Sadly, having an armpit shoved in my face in not a normal occurrence, and only after he successfully interrupted my conversation, offended me and eventually began walking away without even saying excuse me- I said something and he apologized still without taking notice. Luckily, I was able to to laugh it off awkwardly- and went to close my tab. I venture my way to the bar, and after about 10 minutes of waiting, I am told that if I ordered from the cocktail waitress, I have to find her to close my tab..... did I remember what she looked like? Fortunately, my friend remembered (what guy wouldn't with such distinctive outfits..) and I had to hunt her down just to ask to close my tab. After waiting another 10 minutes, she informs me that the computer is running slow... can I just leave- please? I walked out, went home and wished I went to Lir or Dillon's.
(1)Matt R.
Okay, theres a lot of bad mouthing one of my preferred bars by my school. Yeah, its MAD busy Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat nights. Why do you think? They got to be doing something right.... I am not much for the packed bars, but I've been there once or twice when they were and it was a decent time. But we bar hoped from Whiskeys, Charleys, Lyr, Pour House and McGreeveys. If you hit all these bars on one night I pretty much guarantee you'll have a good time. Whiskey's itself is fun with a group of people at night. If you're solo or with a girl or a buddy, then maybe not so much. I usually hit this place during the day and have a beer or two with the dirt cheap wings. 20 cent wings at the bar ALL DAY. Timing is everything, you can get some pretty good wings at the right time, usually in the early mid afternoon or just around 5 or 6 when work gets out and the bar starts getting busy. But sometimes, in those odd hours, the wings might have been sitting or something. Not that you care when you're six or eight beers deep.
(4)Autumn Y.
While walking around in Boston our group started to get hungry and wanted a place to get some food and have a drink. A couple people in our group had been here for drinks before, so we thought we would give it a try. The atmosphere is your typical sports bar atmosphere with tvs, a good beer selection, games and a full bar. The food however, was not impressive. Naturally my expectations weren't very high since it was "bar food"; however, this place is known for its wing hot sauce so I ordered the buffalo chicken wrap. The chicken was rubbery and the tortilla tasted like plastic. They drenched the wrap in buffalo sauce and the blue cheese was flavorless. My boyfriend ordered the Italian Stallion which he did enjoy. I may have just ordered the wrong thing. The drinks were also watered down. I am not a lush or anything-but come on- I want to taste the alcohol in which I am paying for. Overall the service was okay and the atmosphere but thumbs down to the food and drinks.
(2)Vivian H.
Good for some cheap BBQ, just don't have the highest expectations (come on it's BBQ in Boston). Some pretty great happy hour/late night deals too I've noted. I'd totally go back for the Thursday $10 fajita + margarita deal.
(3)Richard P.
I've been here before, but tonight, I ordered one beer for myself and they cut me off. The manager, Tim, said I was too drunk and he ordered the wait staff to stop serving me. I have been watching my party (who are celebrating a birthday, a party of +15) as they drink merrily and I have been sitting by idly and observing as other patrons are getting completely messed up. And i mean there were sloppy-drunk local dudes who were stumbling and falling over themselves... you know the ones i'm talking about. Some post-frat-boy sports fans, loud, sweaty, and drunk ... red-faced drunk... and i'm standing there, dressed nicely, with a glass of water... I tried drinking a bud light, but the manager came out and stripped the beer from my hands. I have little patience for this. I am a paying patron and I'm trying to have a good time, but have been hassled for no reason. This place is bunk and I strongly encourage people who are considering this venue to go somewhere else unless you like to be discriminated against. *We also had an international patron with us... since his ID card was not a passport, he was allowed to come-in only if he sat in the dining section. The only seat they had was in the back corner, and he sat there alone.... this is crazy! It'd be different if I was anything else than normal and having a good time. If you are interested in having a fun time, go somewhere else.
(1)Katie H.
It's hard to pin-point why exactly I like this place - but it is a personal favorite of all the bar options on Boylston. The beer and food is inexpensive and not bad for the price - which is a major bonus. I'm also always able to snag a table in the place, whether it's for Happy Hour on a Wednesday or midnight on a Friday night. The 'decorations' also crack me up. The service is not the best when the place is really crowded but you will eventually get served.
(4)Clara L.
$1.99 pizza? Good variety of drinks? The ability to find a table for 6 people around midnight? Point for Whiskey's. The service is pretty quick, and people watching is fun. Not sure if the pizza would be as delicious before midnight, but for a buck ninety-nine, it was damn good. the only downside discovered even while pretty toasted, was the $8 shots that were consumed at the table. Really? $8 for a bit of red bull and some jager? Boo.
(3)Lisa R.
This place is pretty gross and it is always sardine-packed BEYOND belief. The ONLY reason this place gets 2 stars instead of 1 is because of the ridiculously cheap pizza deal when you buy beer. With all the other decent bars on Boylston St, I would not waste my time on this one.
(2)Bob G.
A few of my co-workers and I went there twice while working at PAX east. The first night was crowded and crazy (Thursday) but I cannot fault the restaurant with that as we were promptly seated. The second night was Sunday and though it wasn't super busy they had only 2 people working the floor and it took forever to get a seat.... but the bouncer was cool and got someone to help us. As far as food goes, the portions were huuuuge and the prices were very reasonable. Being from the Bay Area, California most restaurants in big cities jack up the prices. I had pulled pork the first night and it was really good. The second I had fish and chips and it was not too bad. In conclusion, yes it's bar food but very good bar food especially for the price. I'd totally go there again.
(4)Alison W.
Two lobsters for $19? Yes please. Only in Boston, right? You could also get one for $13 but since we had a large group, it was well worth it. We even had a few more people join us a bit later in the meal but they ran out of the lobsters by then. Guess it's a popular special. I don't think it's on the menu so they might only have it on select days. Although delicious - halfway through, I was already questioning why we got them. Too much work. It's served with a cool plastic bib, special fork/pick, the pliers to crack the shell, a vat of melted butter, and a wetnap for after. Oh and fries (way too crispy/burnt) and coleslaw (ewww- don't know that many people that like it) on the side. So messy and there's only meat in the claws and legs. Dunno how you're supposed to eat anything from the body and head. Anyways someone else got pasta. And they had this deal for a pitcher and a small pizza for $13 that someone else tried. All in all, a decent and cheap meal. And the place is a bit like Applebees with all their Boston memorabilia but that's kinda the feel of Boston. There is a bouncer that checks your ID when you come in. But you can go without it if you don't drink. I don't remember him stamping you hand or anything so I have no idea how the bartender would know. Great system... The waitress recommended a special concoction that was similar to red bull and vodka. It was kinda horrible in taste but also kinda cool because they put a light-up flashing fake ice cube in it.
(4)Greenbean O.
We enjoyed the happy hour fare so much that we came back to try the dinner menu. My husband had the hot links, pork ribs, and brisket and I had the ribs and brisket. We also had the fried string beans and the chipotle bean deep for starters.While the service was excellent, the food was not satisfying. The brisket look was not tasty and should have been smoked. It had the consistency of chipped beef (ala $*%T on a shingle). The ribs were not run of the mill. My husband's hot link tasted like a grilled oscar mayer hot dog. Our impression is that while this might be a place for grabbing a drink to watch the game, it is not a great place for dinner. We have experienced real bbq as in Shack on Main in Atlanta as well as Dinosaur BBQ and Hill Country in New York where we would be happy to pay more for the eats. This was clearly a disappoinying experience.
(2)Chris B.
OK - a solid 3 stars, maybe even 4. This is exactly what I picture a Boston bar to be. A cool place to meet up with friends, watch a game, hang out... It's a "good times" kind of place. Entertainment was provided by a zoot suited gentleman (ok gentleman is a strong word for what this guy is) hollering at the Celtics game. Our waitress informed us that he is a regular - and is pretty intense - all the time. All in all, a great place for a diet pepsi. My colleagues had beers. Oh - and WTF with the diet pepsi everywhere? I can't find a diet coke in this town to save my life!
(3)Nikki I.
Great Wings!
(3)david c.
Not crazy about the loud rap music. Steak & lobster only good, but that is hard to mess-up. This seems like a drinking establishment.
(2)Kyle P.
Good neighbourhood place, I live literally two blocks form there, and its just a great place to hang out. Bartenders are fast, get what you need, they can do table service also if you end up sitting at the tables for food after the kitchen is closed. They do have $1 pizzas, and its pretty good for a dollar. It is always crowded, so if you are claustrophobic, not a place for you. OK music, but there is no room to dance so who cares. You definitely should circle the bar once just in-case you bump into someone you know, you always will. This place is usually full of university students and recent grads, so it get pretty loud, not a place for a date night. Overall, go, and you will have a good time.
(4)J. E.
frozen lobster... sold as "fresh," wings that are obviously frozen before being cooked... GM with a god complex... miniature bouncers who behave like they are gigantic, and a zero tolerance policy for fun... think i will go to their sister bar Pour House and actually have a good time... P.S. DO NOT ever order the cheese steak. P.P.S. no one who works there looks like the hot chicks on their website.,
(1)Todd O.
This used to be my absolute favorite place to get chicken wings. It was here that I reached my personal best of 53 wings and 3 margaritas. However it is too inconsistent to be anything other than middle of the road. From time to time the wing sauce was far too tomatoey which throws off my ability to put them down. The wings used to be 10 cents during happy hour and some other times, then they increased it to 15 cents! I know. You're thinking big deal. But imagine your gas increased 50%! It's a ballsy move. When's it's good it's great, but be wary chicken wing lovers.
(3)Koko R.
Terrible service. made me sick because the server assured me there was no gluten in my steak and low and behold it was soaked in it. Was sick as a dog later. The manager was rude as well when I tried to explain to her. It's a college bar- if your a college kid then go for it
(1)Tarah H.
I know, I know. I'm committing some sort of Yelp sin by not giving this place one or two stars. But hear me out. No, it's not really my favorite crowd Thursday-Sat night. But just because it's not my ideal doesn't make it bad. The staff is friendly and tries to be as helpful as can be. The bartenders are pretty good and wait staff ranges from good to the sometimes awesome. It's not fine dining, but the food's decent. They make their own cole slaw and BBQ sauce, that I happen to like a lot. Burgers and chicken sandwiches are good. The Turkey Reuben is worth a try and Gator Eggs not to be missed. The Kahlua Brownie Sundae is sinfully good. Also, their wings are some of the best I've had in town. Tuesday night trivia adds to the appeal. So no, Whiskey's may not be the best in town, but it's a pretty reliable meal and a decent spot to chill after work or watch the game.
(3)Brendan M.
Nice bar good atmosphere great prices for the area. Buffalo sauce was tasty good looking girls bartending. Cant ask for more from the bar.
(3)Erin P.
WORST DINING EXPERIENCE EVER!!!! HORRENDOUS!!! Please, don't even bother going here. Our server was awful. She impatient for us to order and then once we did she disappeared. Our food was very cold by the time we actually got it. But neither of these things could be considered the worst part. At the end of our meal, one of the people I was with mentioned how poor our time at Whiskey's was. He said it loudly, and he shouldn't have, but the response we got from this was APPALLING! Soon after, our table was suddenly surrounded by staff members. They were YELLING at the person I was with and claiming he was a racist! One of the women yelling claimed he called her a racial slur, yelled "white boy" at him several times, and then literally threw our bill at him. She demanded he pay his bill and, "Get the hell out!" It may have been one of the most embarrassing moments of my life... and it was all completely undeserved. I will NEVER go back and I hope this deters other from doing so too! HORRIFIC!
(1)Ivan R.
Visiting Boston, I found myself eating some Texas BBQ - really! Upon arriving, I found myself being carded at the door. It wasn't hard to find a table on a Thursday night but I could definitely picture this place getting crowded on a Friday or Saturday night, during happy hour etc...TV's everywhere to watch the game, good crowd! Only 3.2 Miles from the Sam Adams Brewery, you know you're getting some fresh stuff! Ooooh, I love Boston!! Ordered the buffalo wings, 1 pound (10 wings) for about $6.95 or 2 pounds (20 wings) for $9.95...good stuff!, good quality wings...plenty of meat on them, good texture, good taste (although the spicy wasn't - wish they could deliver some heat!). Seeing the menu was filled with attempts at Mexican food like burritos & fajitas, as well as BBQ like ribs, etc, the BBQ Brisket seemed pretty safe...and it was, no better or worse than that though. The portions where huge, even for a guy like me who usually cleans his plate. My buddy got the fajitas, which arrived on 3 plates...yeah, that was too much food too... Service wasn't great, and trying to pay the check wasn't good at all...we met some friends there later in the night who wanted to split their part of the check..."Please put the Blue Moon and the margarita on this card..." - so the waitress brought another blue moon and another margarita, took my cash to cover the entire bill and couldn't fix it without 30 minutes of waiting and headache...she blamed us because SHE didn't understand, that's really bad customer service. After all that, we still ended up losing money on the transaction, we just gave up and checked out McGreevy's on the next block. Speaking of the service, some of the waitresses there are dressed in daisy dukes and tight t-shirts...its just a shame none of them are attractive :( the bartenders were pretty cute though, wearing fitted tank tops which were just as seasonally inappropriate as their tans :) Bottom line, follow the rules...have some beer, have some wings, don't make the bill too complicated...you'll have a great night!!
(2)Sara M.
We used to come here a lot for the 10 cent wings deal, which was always a good time. The wings were large and plump, with a good amount of sauce. The beers were cold and plentiful. The only thing you had to do was get there early enough to grab some tables in the bar area. The clientele seemed to be alright, maybe bordering on preppy/cocky but we did see some cuties. That could have just been when we went though so don't quote me on that. I haven't frequented this place often enough for either food or drinking but it seemed just okay to me.
(3)Nikki I.
Great place to watch games while having some good food. I went on the Saturday of St. Patty's Day weekend, crowded and a bit of a drunk crowd, as expected. Oddly, they had a mariachi band perform on behalf of Corona, not necessarily basking in Irish pride. Then went to watch the Elite Eight games and our waitress was incredibly enthusiastic in all aspects of her job. It was funny for the most part, at some points we weren't sure how to react. Pulled pork sandwich was underwhelming. The pork wasn't cooked as much as I would normally like and the sauce didn't make up for it. Thankfully, the fries were very good. I was not expecting the Fire and Ice cukes. They were original! The Blackened Steak Sandwich was so good! The meat was perfectly cooked, the bread was wonderful and the sauce complimented the whole sandwich well. There is alot of food in that one sandwich so be prepared to reorganize the goodies to actually be able to eat it without making a complete mess. The fajitas were flavorful and filling, they come with alot of sides and the options for the sides are flexible depending on what you want. The margaritas were tasty as well. The strawberry one was a nice start to the evening while the Rasperry-Lemon margarita was quite strong but also a great way to get a buzz on for the rest of the night. As for going there for a Boston bar experience, I wouldn't recommend it. It is a bit cramped and hot. The bathroom is not fun to go to and the crowd is very blah and collegey. A good pregame spot though :)
(3)Taja R.
I tried to like this place. I really did. But the things that tainted my experience put the nail in the coffin. The last time I dined there, they almost food poisoned someone in my party. We asked the server several times if they had pork in one of their dishes, because my friend has an intolerance/allergy to it, as evidenced by the last time they tried pork for the first time. The last thing I wanted that was another hospital trip and stomach pump that evening. Anyway, we asked her several times before the food arrived if it contained pork. She rolled her eyes and assured us that there was no pork in the dish. When we got the food and tasted it, it clearly tasted and smelled like pork. We said to the server "We really hope you checked with the kitchen, because he has an allergy to pork and I would hate for this to be pork." Her eyes got really wide, and she ran back to the kitchen. She came back with a "manager" that looked no older than 15, who apologized and told us that it was in fact pork! We asked the girl 5 times before the food arrived that we could not have pork, and she clearly didn't care until we told her about the allergy after the fact. We left that restaurant and didn't even finish our drinks. Poor customer service and total disregard for the guest have officially made me an ex-customer.
(1)JD D.
Went in on a Sunday to watch the 2nd half of the Patriots game. It was crowded but we were able to get a booth and ordered up beers, nachos, and wings. I didn't love the wings like some other reviewers on here; I enjoyed the nachos but I would skip the chili add-on next time. Our waitress, Leah, was very attentive and friendly and not dressed like a self-absorbed stripper referee, which I appreciated. Prices also were reasonable given that this neighborhood is tourist central. I'd go back to watch a game but I wouldn't make it a regular hangout.
(3)nomo c.
Can I give this place ZERO stars? Maybe it deserves 1 star since the wings are 15 cents and most of the waitresses are decently nice. BUT the bartender "PAT" is a jerk. 1.He was only concerned about flirting with booty shorts girl. 2.My friends and I saw him sticking his hands under her pits then serving beers to other patrons. 3.He never checked on our food, we had to ask another waitress to find out if our food was ready. 4.Whenever we'd try to get his attention, we saw him mouthe "what does she want now..." 5. I saw a waiter bring back a drink b/c there was a bug in it. One waitress fished it out with her finger. They told the bartender about the bug and make a new drink. He told them he wasn't going to and to put a new straw in it and send it back. I watched with anticipation and horror hoping they wouldn't give back the SAME drink with the BUG fished out with a FINGER. But that's exactly what happened. If you ordered a margharita on a Thursday night, sorry, that was the same drink buddy.. This bartender violated so many health codes, he should be terminated.
(1)Gerardo F.
Frankly, this place is a poor man's Pour House (which is located barely a minute away). The staff members are not friendly at all (well, with the exception of one waiter who seemed ok), the food portions are surprisingly small, the food is poorly cooked (I had breakfast twice and lunch once there) and the majority of the clientele are either drunk/rude college kids, wannabe tough guys in their late 20s and construction workers getting drunk.
(2)Aditi R.
It was a pretty nasty day out on Saturday but considering it's one of the last days of summer we decided to end our night at a bar on boylston and this happened to be the place all my friends ended up being in. It was PACKED! Thank god I'm relatively small and can weasel my way in front of the bartender, otherwise getting a drink seemed like a nightmare. It's your typical bar on boylston, nothing special. Drinks are relatively cheap and there is ample enough room to mingle, but the bar does take up a significant portion of the space so once it's crowded, it's slightly difficult to move around. The music is alright, nothing special. I didn't have the food there so can't really comment on that, but definitely did end up having a good night, but that I can attribute mainly to friends, not to the venue. At the end of the day though, I won't mind going there again. Cheap drinks and good friends make me happy :)
(3)Bryanne R.
I end up here usually after a long night of partying. If you're people hunting, I'd suggest this place. You can meet some very legit...and some very sketch here. I once started dancing with a guy (they do not have a dance floor here ps) by the bar who then disappeared. I saw him after I left the place...singing on Boylston for some change. Classy Bryanne, classy. They have reasonable drinks...are tolerant of the intoxicated crowd...and will put up with you starting your own dance party. The one thing I'm not a fan of (which some guys might like) are the skanky outfits the female bartenders have to wear. **Make sure to have a credit card or some other form of ID if you're from out of state.
(4)Andrew T.
I'm no dreamboat or anything, but holy hell, 95% of the crowd is a 5 or lower, no matter what sex. And let's not forget that it's mad gross, crowded, and composed 50/50 of college students and swarthy older people who can't afford to prowl at Abe and Louie's. Maybe if I was tryin to knock boots with some not-so-fly honeys Special K style, I would consider coming here. My "n" is only 2 visits, but it's been exactly the same everytime I've been, which are Saturday nights. For what it's worth, I'd rather go to the Pour House if I wanna slum like a college student. One star for bouncers/bartenders who aren't complete dicks.
(1)christopher c.
Whiskey's is the mecca for douchy tourist and douchier college kids in Back Bay. Save yourself some time and skip this one. I have heard they have good wings...
(1)Jonathan P.
We arrived in the afternoon before first night. We decided to sit on the bar, but were consistently ignored by the bartenders... After waiting a few minutes, had to stand up and wave in order to get noticed. Two stars for the service.
(2)Arestia R.
Whiskey's is such a meat market. And I love it. This was stop 5 on our Boylston Birthday Pub Crawl (clearly we skipped Lir. Ew. It wishes it was an Irish bar and locals tend to stay away and so should you). I always talk to strangers here, which is the best reason to come here. The bartenders are fast and attentive and the music videos they play on their tv screens at night are awesome/hilarious. You have to realize what you're stepping into. Get your drafts in a plastic cup and get out there and make some friends.
(3)Dan B.
Way too loud to have a conversation: the music is loud and the people are louder. Brisket was way too fatty -- even after you think you cut it all away. And this was just a typical Thursday evening with music videos playing. Won't be going back.
(1)Brian W.
Whiskey's has some great food. I stopped by here a couple weeks ago and had some steak tips ordered rare. They were perfectly cooked-- the definition of rare-- and tasted awesome. They didn't skimp on the food and I was stuffed after scarfing it all down my fat mouth. Nice drink selection, pretty nice bar and atmosphere, but typically way too crowded on late nights. I must admit, though, waiting times aren't bad at all. I went with a group of 5 at 7:00pm on a Friday night and only waited ten minutes for a table.. with no reservation. Tell me a freaking Wendy's where that's possible. Chea.
(4)Claire S.
One of my favorite places in Boston, as a student I am really sensitive to price and whiskey's is very affordable! $25 for a dinner for 2 with beers! They have wide range of burgers and the pizza are incredible. It's a casual place where I like to hang out, watch sports with friends...
(5)Courtney H.
This bar is good, but nothing spectacular. It can get kind of loud if you just want to relax and have a few beers, especially with game crowds. The food is decent and the drinks are good also. It's just that it's so close to the Pour House, all I think about is how I could have had a much larger beer for the same price two doors down. Another odd thing is that if you sit by the window, people are constantly stopping and looking at the TV screens that face the outside for game scores. While I've done this myself while walking down Boylston, it definitely feels like people are staring right at you for a few minutes. Just a bit awkward!
(3)Alan L.
This is another typical college bar with a less TVs but serves better food than The Pour House. Another hang out join for local business people and college students.
(3)L And T S.
Place was packed and we figured wings and beer would be good. Service is slow and wings are eh. Beer is good, but I prefer good food with my beer.
(2)Sam T.
This place is my little piece of Florida in the city of Boston. I walk in, sit at the bar, I am surrounded by televisions with college football (instead of the Red Sox game) and the bartender tells me they have half off on wings and cheap beer. Sold!!! You can't beat 20 wings, fries and 4 beers for less than $30. I have found my Saturday college football bar. Go Gators!!!
(4)Luke C.
I feel like Whiskey's gets a bad rap. It has its pitfalls like most bars, but I feel that they are outweighed by the positives. Friday and Saturday nights can get a bit crowded here, so I would try to go either early those nights, or stick to the other 5 nights. Why do I give it 4 stars? Because I've been here many times and have always had a good time. Also, the drinks are cheap, the girls are cute, and the bartenders wear small jean shorts. Oh yea, Monday night has 15 cent wings, which makes for a cheap dinner.
(4)Hannah W.
Nachos and Fajita was filling and edible, but nothing so good about it. nothing special, nothing stands out at all. it w
(2)Jeffrey K.
Take a. . . Sports bar Irish bar Dive bar College dudes and chicks going to drink for the first time, 30something dudes trying to bang those chicks A creepy 50something dude trying to look cool Overpriced drinks complimented by poor service and a long ass line for no apparent reason, and you have Whiskey's. Enjoy.
(1)Diane D.
"Meh, I've experienced better", as the two star mark decidedly notes, EXACTLY expresses my feeling toward Whiskeys. Whiskeys isn't awful...it's not a place I complain about if friends want to meet there or avoid if I'm in the neighborhood - but I also never have thought to myself "yeah I think I'd really like to go to Whiskeys tonight." Everything about it is entirely average - and on some nights - just plain sub par. The drinks are usually pretty weak, the food is blah, and the set-up of the interior with the big bar in the middle isn't great for mingling or hanging out with a group of friends. Whiskeys. Specializing in "Meh".
(2)Jeffrey H.
This place is like the epicenter of Boylston nightlife that I detest. As if they were cattle, the clientele is corralled into the center of the venue, enclosed in between the main bar and some surrounding counter tops. Within the enclosure, you'll find some of your stereotypical MTV wannabe failures who guzzle liquid dreams and drown their liver probably because their fifth REAL WORLD OMAHA tape submission was sent back with a REJECT stamp. Bouncers will hold the line in order along Boylston Street and remain oblivious to the people who hop the cigarette rope line to sneak inside. I witnessed a very disappointed Iraq War veteran get declined admission after insufficient identification (he only had his military I.D.). I gladly obstructed the bouncer's view when the veteran jumped the rope. Inside waitresses run around crazy and will do their best to ignore you, even when you're seated a table. You'll also find more bouncers who will order you to find a seat if you're outside the corral--I'm sorry you miss the glory days of being high school football captain and champion beirut player but if I'm going to be in here for another minute, I'm going to need a nice tall glass of beer and for you to calm the hell down. I only come here when I'm dragged here. Clearly the only reason they make money off of me is because I'll spend the cash to blackout as fast as I can. At least there's no cover or dancing. For that two stars.
(2)Alan B.
This place adheres to the typical Boylston bar formula. Stock a bar, charge average prices for drinks (read: not expensive). Add a kitchen with incredibly bad-for-you food, charge next to nothing for it. Apply people liberally. Shake and pour. But here's where it goes wrong. Ever see those cartoons where a character does a high dive from a ridiculously high diving board into a glass of water? That's kind of what happens when Whiskey's tries to serve up its take on the Boylston bar concoction. See, Whiskey's has this monstrosity of a bar placed right in the middle of the already small space. Then, there are stools all around the bar. Even if the bar's empty, it's impossible for two people to walk side-by-side anywhere in the place. But it's never empty. On the contrary, I don't think the owners understand the word "capacity". And even with the gigantic bar, they only have two people manning a bar that could easily use an extra 2 or 4 hands.
(2)Kristin N.
Go here to drink at the bar for about 2 beers then leave, do not sit at a table, do not expect to get served promptly, go directly to Lir or The Poor House. We sat at our table for about 15 minutes trying to find our waitress for the check. It was hard because they all look the same (tiny, blonde and bitchy) I've been lucky enough to hit the bar early and with big groups of people so I've never had issues there. But once in a while, I'll definitely come in contact with the bar tender who thinks she's the shit and will not serve you because you also have boobs.
(2)Tarun D.
If you're bored in Boston and feel like having a drink, and see alcohol abusive college kids, this is the place to be! There are tons of attractive people!...around the vicinity of this bar, not in it. There slogan should be: 'Whiskey's... Standards Are Overrated"
(2)Morris W.
WARNING: If you go into Whiskeys drunk, you will most likely be hungover by the time you fight through crowd to get your beer.
(1)Steve F.
In defense of some of these negative reviews I'm reading...plain and simple...this isn't a sit down family restaurant. Neither was the bar before it 15+ years ago..."Hunter's" (their food sucked...all of it). Whiskey's claim to fame is the (now) 15 cent wings (last I checked from 11am-11pm?...at or around the bar). When I'm famished, I can usually eat 30 (@ $4.50, not bad). I suggest getting the buffalo sauce on the side, that way you can dip and adjust your lip/ burn ratio. Gotta love the iron hot plate pedestal they're served on and the big roll of paper towels and bone bucket that's plopped right in front of you, too. Get there before the after work crowd and you'll have ample seating and elbow room at the bar. This is a place with something like 20 drafts on tap and is usually packed Wed - Sat nights. So if you're someone that thinks this is a place to bring prospective in-laws for dinner...learn THIS town or go back to Connecticut you Weirdo, this is a DRINKING restaurant ! You're probably one of those "new to Boston" settlers that thinks Southie and the South End are the same place.
(4)Caroline B.
I feel bad that this place has gotten so many poor reviews. I went the other weekend to watch the World Cup and really can't say enough good things about Whiskey's. We went for lunch, so I got the El Paso Chicken Salad in an attempt to be "good", and my friend ended up with the Pulled Pork Sandwich. We did, however, end up ordering some Mozz sticks to start and by the end of the game (R.I.P. Team USA), we threw caution to the wind and ordered the Kahlua Brownie Sundae. So, how was the food? It was exactly what I expected it would be, in the best way. The mozzarella sticks were tantalizingly breaded, hot, with a yummy marinara sauce. The salad was spicy and the chicken was well cooked. The pulled pork sammy came with a side of cole slaw (a pairing that ranks up there with PB&J, grilled cheese and tomato soup, and bacon and eggs), which, according to him, was fantastic. (He scarfed it down in about 3 minutes, thus preventing me from taking a bite for myself. It's okay, I trust his judgment.) But the real star here is the brownie sundae. I ordered it thinking it'd be your run-of-the-mill mediocre pub dessert meant to be consumed only after several rounds of brew. NOT THE CASE AT WHISKEY'S. The sundae came out in an enormous goblet, overflowing with whipped cream and a little cherry on top shining like a beacon in the night. I ordered mine without nuts, but I imagine that typically the mountain of cream is doused in them, so order accordingly. The sundae is layered such that the brownie sits at the bottom, retaining its warm gooeyness while the generous heap of ice cream melts into it. The tower of whipped cream is just a bonus. You have to dig into it, and it may get messy, but let me tell you this dessert is DIVINE. So divine that I ended up devouring it almost entirely by myself. At 2pm. There are no excuses...except that it was absolutely and totally worth it. Other key points: our waitress was fantastic, the bar scene was hoppin', and the drinks were pretty tasty. I like you, Whiskey's. I like you a lot.
(5)Pauleena M.
Love the wings! food is cheap and good. I love going here for drinks and appetizers. Definitely recommend this place.
(4)Jill I.
My hot husband and I came here with out-of-town friends the Saturday before St. Patty's... we met up with a large group of other friends and I would say there were 12 - 20 people in our group at all times. We arrived around 1:30 or 2:00. I got a Blue Moon and Pistol Pete (my better half) got a Guiness and we started socializing. The bar itself was bar-ish ... nothing you haven't seen before. It was kinda crowded, being a big drinking weekend, but it wasn't wall to wall people and there was definitely room to move around. The bartenders provide plenty of T & A for the gentleman (or ladies) who are into that sort of thing... One beer turned into four and with the help of one shot of Jameson, we were feeling good and having fun. Though, when Pete's buddy asked for four car bombs (a shot of Baileys dropped into half a glass of Guiness and chugged quickly), we were told that they don't serve them because they are a "real Irish bar." Ummm...ok...whatever. We did decide to order some apps at that point and we got the steak quesadilla and some wings... the wings were good and the quesadilla was surprisingly tasty, and quite large. Anyways -- Double P and I went outside for a menthol treat and as we were walking out, I let the bouncer know we were heading out for a smoke and he acknowledged me and said, "Cool." Five minutes later, we were walking back in when the bouncer asked to see our ids... we got them out and handed them to him, only to be told that he "couldn't let us back in." I kind of laughed because I thought he was joking... he wasn't. He told us we were too intoxicated to enter the bar and that we were stumbling... I started arguing a bit and in an attempt to lighten him up, I said, "This is not me drunk. I get WAY more wasted than this." He said that he had already asked us to leave once and that if we didn't go immediately, he would call the police. The dude wouldn't even let us go in to close our tab... he had someone bring the cc slip over to us to sign. PS it was 4:15 at this point.... we had been there just over two hours -- so I averaged two beers and half a shot per hour, plus the food. Yeah. Totally inebriated. Give me a break, Whiskey's... here is why I will never enter your establishment again... A. It's St. Patty's weekend. You are going to see way worse drunks than a 30 year old married couple hanging out with other 30 year old couples. B. Our buddy who we met there had been drinking since 8am. Seriously. He set his alarm to wake up and drink. He couldn't form sentences but he wasn't asked to leave. Way to be accurately discerning, Bouncer. C. You are not a hotspot or even that cool of a place. And, this is Boston. I think I can find a million more Irish bars who don't call themselves "real Irish bars," it is just understood. Get over yourself.
(1)Amanda J.
So I went back the other day... and I need to lower my review ASAP. A friend and I went for burgers at lunch and waited nearly 40 minutes between ordering and getting the food. For burgers? Come on! Not to mention they were overcooked! I ordered medium rare, my friend ordered medium and they were both well, well done! Gross! Not to mention the fact that she never offered refills on drinks, didn't even check in on us and took forever to get the check after we asked. Sorry, but you're not getting a good tip after that...
(2)Tom D.
I took my dad, my brother, and his girlfriend here before heading to Fenway for a Red Sox game recently. My brother and the lady suggested Fire and Ice, but they go there every time they're in Boston (go ahead, make fun of the country folk who think Fire and Ice is fancy if you must), so I browbeat them into trying someplace different. My father perked up at the mention of barbecue, so we went to Whiskey's. Parts of my time here were ok, other parts, not so good, all adding up to an experience worthy of "meh". We arrived to a nearly empty restaurant for an early dinner/late lunch and were greeted first by a large pirate statue and then by a chickie-poo hostess who brought us to our table. It was very hot in the restaurant and the wooden booth was exceedingly uncomfortable. I will say, however, that the hostess did warn us that it would be rather warm by the windows, but we chose to ignore her advice and sit there anyways. Whoops! Our waitress was very nice, and dealt very well with my dad's brand of flirtatious banter. Service was definitely the highlight of this meal. Beverages were ordered and delivered quickly. I mean, there was no one else here, so if we had to wait a long time that would have been an automatic 1 star. My father was disappointed that the apple martinis are served with a cherry and not with a thin slice of of green apple floating in it. No, my father is not gay, he's just particular about his apple martinis, so he had a beer instead. My margarita was ok, but kind of watery. The food was pretty disappointing. They must use nasty frozen patties for their burgers because the greasy slab of meat they called a burger was this shade of gray all the way through, despite having ordered it medium. Also, I'm all for big burgers, but I actually had to bust out a fork and knife to eat mine it was such a sloppy mess. I tried a bit of someone's pulled pork and that seemd ok. The spinach dip appetizer was actually pretty decent, but damn, Whiskey's, you sure are stingy with it. That was a tiny bowl of dip to be shared among four people. My apologies to my family members for bringing them to such a mediocre place on a rare trip into Boston. To my brother, next time, I promise I'll listen to you and we'll go where you want, even if that is just Fire and Ice.
(2)Tom M.
Great cheap wings. Good food. beers ok prices. Hot waitresses. Only issues is it gets too crowded and the waitresses I have are idiots. I typically choose to stiff their tips cause they have so many mess ups. They also chose to not accommodate my need to have pulled pork on my nachos! About every place would accommodate that
(2)Tin T.
Yesterday was my first time going to Whiskey, I heard the steak here was really good. So my friends and I went out for dinner and the steak was ehhh... It was overcooked and there was no flavor to it. It was the texas T-bone steak, and boy was it big. I wanted to order the twin lobster but they ran out. The service was good, the waiter came back and checked up on us each time she passed by. I gave it a 3 stars because the service was good and the wings was good too. My friend ordered a few mixed drinks, I had two beers. I would come back and eat here again, I just wouldn't order a steak.
(3)Heather O.
Pretty average bar food (although I wanted a grilled cheese and it wasn't on the menu). The drinks were fine in regards to alcohol content and price. Our waitress was pretty attentive and all the hostesses wore little denim bootie shorts. Your all-around average Boylston Street bar... My two favorite parts of the evening were: 1. The music accompanied by the video for whatever song that was playing. Even got to see NKOTB's "Right Stuff" video. Only the boys from NKOTB can make driving over the Tobin and running around abandoned buildings in Chelsea in the year 1989 look so cool! 2. As we were leaving we noticed at least two tables with kids at them on a Friday night around 8:30pm. Our friend says to me, "Who brings their kids to a place called "WHISKEY'S"? Isn't that way they have TGI Fridays?" Very good point Heath...
(3)Caroline P.
Nothing bad about the bar, was crowded though and hard to find a place to stand. The 99 cent pizza was really good though, except on our pepperoni pizza THERE WAS A PIECE OF CHEWED GUM ON THE BOTTOM OF A SLICE. Like between the plate and crust, it was disgusting. They replaced it for free obviously, but how does one serve a pizza with chewed gum on the bottom? Besides that my night was fun, but the idea of accidentally eating that gum...disgusting.
(1)David H.
You know what's sad? This place really does have the potential to be a great bar. The atmosphere is great, the music they play is good, and its a nice big place, so there's plenty of space to move. So I know what you're asking: then why would you review this place 2 stars? I'll tell you why, skipper. The place is overflowed with college kids and ugly people looking to get drunk and act like shmucks, that's why! The crowd just doesn't mix well together. It's like going to a pig pen overcrowded with chickens and horses: they don't mix! The bouncers don't know the meaning of "quota" and "demographics". They'll let the first person with a douchebag grin on their face right in! There's never any lines waiting to go inside, because everyone is automatically let in! For god sakes, I don't know what the point is for having a bouncer. More like a butler to me: opens the door for all patrons. Secondly, this place is really cheap. And why is that a bad thing? I'll tell you why, captain. Because it's on Boylston Street! If this bar were located in Brighton, Chinatown, or anywhere near those areas, then it would be highly appreciated to have a cheap bar. But since it's in the classiest section of Boston, you get a bunch of college kids in a place where that's the very last thing you want to see. Go to Comm Ave, assholes. And finally, the service is terrible. They have turtles working for them. It takes forever just to get a drink. After barely squeezing in to grab a spot at the bar, it took the guy 30 minutes to serve me one damn beer! I definitely needed that beer to calm down. In short, if you feel like mingling with drunken frat boys, or maybe just looking for a grimey joint in the Boylston area, then check this baby out. But if you're sensible, I suggest you keep walking down and not waste your time in there.
(2)Chris A.
I have never been here on a Friday or Saturday night. So let's get that out of the way. I have been to this bar a half dozen times.... for Sunday afternoon, games on weeknights or after work happy hour.... and I couldn't ask for more. The wings are solid under any circumstance, much less for 20 cents. The pizzas, while not the highest quality, are still only $2 during happy hour and well worth it. The only things keeping this from being five stars: 1) prices for single beers are a bit steep. 2) It's extremely annoying that I can be sitting in one seat and am eligible for the food deals but not the tower of beer special.... and the table directly next to me is available for the tower of beer special, but not the food deals. A 3.5 rather than a 4, but can't do half stars, so I will give the benefit of the doubt due to the friendly staff.
(4)Liam D.
I generally don't like bars with red hue lighting because it makes me feel like i'm entering hell. Often times, I've found that bars that have red lights DO in fact make me wonder if I entered hell. But i'm willing to give it a shot. Enter Whiskey's and you notice a few things: 1) The red "hell-like" lighting; 2) It's about 120 degrees; 3) there are 500 people crammed around a square bar interior, while booths around the outside of the square bar, I suppose where people eat during daytime, are empty. Well the inner square of Whiskey's is hellish. We opted to sit in the outer square though, where the waitress reminded us we'd need to pay through her. I had no problem with that - let her deal with the sweaty, immovable crowd. All in all I could see how this might be a good place to get the night started, but unless you like being in moshpits at metal concerts, don't bother with Whiskey's past 11:30 or 12pm, and certainly not after 1 when all the bars who close at 1 let out and everyone runs like mad to get another hour of drinking in at Whiskey's. Quite frankly, they should have a "day-name" of "whiskey's" and then pitch themselves as a hotspot at night. They should name that hotspot "sardine's".
(2)Dessa R.
My horrifying experience at Whiskey's included bleh food, a bitchy waitress, and crowds of people who embodied what I hate about the Bostonite college crowd. I am a forgiving reviewer, because 1) I love food and 2) I worked as a waitress many years ago, so I tend to be sympathetic to the industry, but my experience at Whiskey's was just unforgivable. Our server was rude, incompetent, and impossible to track down when needed. The food was mediocre, could have easily been from a cheap highway diner in Virginia. Save your time, money and frustration by going to one of the many superior competing restaurants in the area.
(1)Jess C.
Really easy fun option to go watch a game or be social with friends in a college-y sporty atmosphere. I usually find myself here on big holidays like Cinco de Mayo or most recently St. Patrick's day. The line usually moves faster then it's neighbors on Boylston which is a plus. They have dollar pizzas sometimes too, not sure which nights. So basically, no frills, pretty cheap, good option for groups and drinks.
(3)Carolyn G.
We visited Whiskey's late on a Sunday night. We were there for one thing, and one thing only... drinks. We also felt the need for some munchies, so we ordered onion rings and drunkin' shrimp. Our server, Nick, was great! He brought our food and drinks quickly, and kept the drinks coming. The music was a weird mix of 90s and current music, accented by music videos and distorted slide shows on the wide screen TVs, but that was pretty entertaining given our state of intoxication.
(4)Anthony M.
We were here in a Sunday afternoon and the place was pretty busy. We grabbed some seats at the bar and hung out and watched football for all of the 1 o clock games. This place has a ton of TVs and I think every game was within sight, so I never missed a thing. All the fans gravitated to the TV that had their game and it created a fun atmosphere of trash talking and collective rooting for players and team. I took points off because we sat at the bar that had 2 bartenders for about 12-15 people, and we had to wait a while to get refills. We ordered food and it was pretty good, but again took a really long time to get an order in and even longer to get our food, and all we got were sandwiches and fries. My friend added onion rings to his sandwich and it came out with 2 onion rings, but we couldn't get anyone's attention to complain so we just let it go. Cool place to watch a game, but the service isn't great.
(3)Joanna L.
Good place for meeting friends, doing shots, or bar specials. Food is super cheap, especially if you do the bar menu specials - but you get what you pay for. Not much better than a regular chain restaurant, but packs a bunch of young people and rowdy, fun atmosphere.
(2)Bill M.
Food was great, prices quite reasonable, but the service was not so good. We went twice on this trip to Boston, figuring the first server was new to the profession. She got some of the order wrong trying to do it by memory. The second time the server was far more concerned with flirting with some other customers than taking care of us. She blamed the kitchen for losing our appetizer order, brought out the entrees stone cold, then the appetizer and had to be reminded about the salads. The manager was kind enough redo the meals and to comp the whole meal after hearing how messed up it was.
(2)Lauren V.
This is probably my least favorite bar on Boylston. The service is slow if you are sitting and you will probably have to chase or stare down the waitress for the check. Minus one star. If you are standing and it is a weekend night you most likely can barely move it gets so cramped. Personally I hate being touched and the full-on contact with strangers as I try to sip a beer is not my idea of a good time. Minus one star for making drinking at the bar a full contact sport. Since you are so crammed in, getting to the bar is also tough. And once you are up there, getting the bartender's attention is about as likely as winning the lotto. Minus another star for making it so difficult to get a beer. If you do get a beer (and mind you, you are doing well at this point) chances are you will stop to block out the world and take a sip. That's when you will hear the trash playing on the speakers? She's my cherry pie? Awww..hell no. Minus yet another star for accosting my ears. So basically if you endeavor to be a teetotaling sardine, Whiskey's is your place. If not, go elsewhere.
(2)T W.
I arrived here to meet a friend at 11pm on Friday night. The bar was crowded, it was full of a mixed crowd, but the common thread was casual (2 guys in button down shirts seemed out of place). I found the staff to be slow, most likely because it was so crowded, but nonetheless I had to wait 5 minutes to get served. The beer selection was all right, but nothing special. The decor was all right, but nothing special, nor did there seem to be any 1 reason people come here. I did not try the food, but would not come back for the atmosphere.
(2)Jaclyn N.
The stars are for the $.10 wings only. The beers are average and all over $5 apiece, their music is 50/50 decent/unbearable, and they have non-erotic photo hunt. Seriously, is this a family establishment? If you're going to have that machine, put something good on it! Buckhunter is there though, and fortunately for Whiskey's, not hard to get wrong. I've been on weekends when it's packed and a sausage-fest (not that I have a big problem with sausage festivals, but more the quality of the sausage). The real problem is that it takes me ages to get a drink, and none of the bartenders ever seem to have a clue about what planet they're on. Just eat the wings, skip the beer, and move on!
(2)Elaine M.
I'm surprised how abysmal the ratings are for this place... but then again, I don't really go here for the night life. Actually, the only thing I go here for is the 10 cent wing special (I think it's Sun-Thurs before 11pm, Fri-Sat before 6pm... or something like that), and that, in itself, is quite awesome. Not only are these 10 cent wings ridiculously cheap, but they're actually pretty tasty. FYI, if you or someone in your party is out-of-state, be prepared to show a credit card as a second form of ID. My boyfriend showed his military photo ID as his second form of ID, and they wouldn't even take that -- they insisted it had to be a credit card. Strange rules, I tell ya.
(3)Alan W.
Not a bad place decent drinks and good vibe. I mainly come here when I'm with people from work because it's close to the convention center and an easy walk.
(3)Doug W.
Ehhh. It's a last resort kind of bar. The food isn't particularly good, the layout of the place is terrible, the staff is very hit or miss depending on who you get (in fairness, some of the spotty service is due to the layout), the bathrooms are miserable, and the crowd can be extremely annoying. It always feels like a glorified Hooters to me. Basically the only real thing that this place has going for it is the fact that it stays open until 2:00 and you can usually show up at 1:00 without having to deal with a line. With that said, you're MUCH better off going to either the Pour House or Solas- the Pour House will still serve you food up until 1:30, and Solas always seems like it serves drinks right up until 2:00 on the dot.
(2)Tom E.
Who was Whiskey? Why does he own a place selling tex-mex crap and beer? Does anyone actually come here for the Whiskey? (btw.. whiskey is the Irish spelling, whisky is the Scottish one). I came here for the steak. Mistake. Big, fat, stuck in my belly making feel unwell mistake. I should've known not to trust my steak-loving friend when he ordered his medium-well done. It wasn't good, it certainly wasn't cheap and the place is full of dicks. Maybe that's why the staff were so surly too. It was Saturday night so I had to declare two forms of ID to be let in and was given the full "dick we're watching you" look from the doorman. Who was a dick. ----------------------- So, this is a pretty scathing review - can I be at least constructive? Well, you could change the menu, sack the chef, lower the prices and portion sizes, serve better beers than Bud light, cut down on the OTT security, change the decor, cheer-up the waitresses, turn the volume down on the TVs, put buck hunter into a corner away from the dining, and buy better beef. But why bother? You are probably doing very well just now. I'm just not your target audience.
(1)Shelly A.
$2.50 apps from 4-7 M-F. These are really generous portions, too. Awesome nachos, mozzarella sticks, pig skins... fresh and yummy too. All cooked to order, rather than being premade and tossed in the microwave. It's pretty loud in here and gets warm because of the large crowds.
(4)EricaLynn J.
Long lines and average service, hit or miss food - depends on the day. Inexpensive, sure, but I'd rather have better service and food for the extra few bucks. The drinks aren't bad at all - and there's usually some good specials going on... but the ambiance and shoddy service is enough to keep me away usually and seek out good brews elsewhere.
(2)Amanda L.
This is a great place to stop by when you can't get to a Red Sox game. The girls here are really sweet and all decked out in game gear! They always have creative new cocktails that they are advertising and have specials on which I love! I am always a fan of some cheap bar grub when I am out on the town and Whiskey's definitely has it. I recommend the pizza. It is cheap and will soak up any unwanted toxins for your drive home!
(4)Matthew K.
I only remember some of my time at Whiskeys. However, what I do remember was the drinks were good. That being said, the food certainly was not. I am not one to be picky about food, but cold food is bad food, sorry. Also, the bathroom wasn't clean, but I am not sure I really expected a clean bathroom in a bar.. haha Would I go back? Not my immediate choice, but I am sure i will at some point. The fact that its close to the convention center is a big draw to the group that I went with.
(3)Maria S.
Why this was rated as Boston's #1 Bar by Maxim magazine to this day puzzles me. It's sweaty, gross, and smelly. The crowd is as unattractive as it gets and mostly college students. I have been here at most twice (obviously not memorable). The food I think was decent, but nothing special. They do have wing specials which might be its saving grace, but since I'm not much into wings, that does nothing for me. I think I'm being very generous by giving it 2 stars. The place earned one, and the entertaining homeless guys that hang around the vicinity the other.
(2)Natasha A.
Great place to spend a weekend night drinking away. The place gets very packed, the music is just the right volume. Boylston street in general is very condusive to bar hopping as there are no covers. Whiskeys is definitely a staple and often the place where we end up staying for the entire night. Let the spirits flow!
(4)Jason O.
Horrible experience. Food takes forever and it's not even good.
(1)Fiat V.
Ok, I came here on a date and I ordered the Steak Tips. THE BEST STEAK TIPS TO HAVE!!!! That's what I ordered now. $11 for nice rare steak tips? You can't get that anywhere else!!! Service: Nice and friendly... super attentive and really worked well because my date had food allergy. Super accommodating! Food: I ALWAYS get the steak tips! Great price. Cost: (See Above) hint.. hint... I love beef! Ambiance: Loud towards the end of the night. A fun crowd with friends to go drinking and ample space if you want food and drinks. I'm a fan. Period!
(4)Tristan B.
Hey hot-shot, it's Friday night, are you in college (or want chicks that still are)? Do you wanna talk about the Sawx, drink bud light out of bottle cans, wear a white hat, get bizzay with hotties to the latest Jam'n 94.5 hits? If so, this place is for you! Totally not my scene, but somehow more tolerable than Daisy Buchanan's or the Foggy Goggle. Cheap booze, funny people, but it's typical meat market stuff later on.
(2)Kitty C.
went for the half-price deal at the bar recently. there were a lot of rules around the half-price apps and the wings deal, I just couldn't keep up. and they weren't posted anywhere either, so everything was just a surprise. the service was ok. drinks came quick but the tiny bar table we HAD to sit at was packed full and the empties were just hanging around for a while the beers on tap were all GROSS, like the lines hadn't been cleaned in a while. stick with the limited selection of bottles. the place is still sticky - tables, bathrooms, chairs, ugh EDITED TO ADD: The buck hunter game is all F'd up. don't waste your money
(2)Matt E.
Your typical Boylston bar grub beer hole. Except its just boring. Their menu is boring, burgers, chicken, things with bbq sauce on them. They could have done something ANYTHING to make them a tad different. I'm not looking for amazement here, I realize they aren't trying for that but a little effort. And the prices aren't that low for what you're getting. The interior is nothing special. Both times I've been there the waitress has sat us down only for another waitress to ask us to move 5 minutes later. It's simply disorganized. Their beer menu isn't that cheap and offers nothing aside from Bud, Sam, Harpoon. They had a small craft beer from Wisconsin called LeininKugel's which is about the only redeeming thing about the place.
(1)Mark I.
This rating is primarily for the wings. I had been here years ago for a few drinks and had seen their wings and they looked delicious. I finally was able to eat some of those wings this past weekend and they were great. Some of the best in boston, the hype is real. The rest of my food and drinks were good. Nothing super great about them, but nothing bad. A solid meal. Nice relaxed bar atmosphere with fun videos on the screens, kinda reminded me of clarks. My only issue with the wings was that they did not have a variety of heats. It was a good solid heat, but I like the opportunity to order them hotter or milder if I want. For all those negative reviews, go during a time when it is not so crowded, relax, and enjoy some really good wings.
(4)David T.
Ya.... NOT SO MUCH. definitely never coming back to this place. There is no room, crappy music, too much of a restaurant/bar combo that you get lost and overcrowded. The bartenders are idiots that were hired neither for their mixocology nor their looks. Yes, I went there. If you're gonna put someone behind the bar that doesn't know how to make a tokyo tea or an adios, they better at least look pretty enough for me to overlook their lack of any sort of skill. mind you, they had some kick-ass long islands there. but the overall combo of shitty bathroom, shitty service, really expensive drinks, lack of space, lack of skill behind the bar, and being full of pimply-faced college freshmen using their first fake... not ever again. and having happy hour from 11am-4pm?! are you frikkin KIDDING me? if you want to waste the time coming here, come here during the day for a meal or something.
(1)Geoffrey M.
Man, when the Red Sox are in the playoffs, and they are about two games from making the World Series, this is the place. It's one of the establishments that make you realize why Boston sports are so exciting to watch in Boston. Decent beer selection and a good food selection. Not only is this place a great night spot, but you can pop in for a great lunch as well. The service is excellent, even when it's packed to the gills so you shouldn't expect a problem. Be mindful, as Boston is a college town, lots of people are out on a Friday and Saturday night and the place gets packed, people get drunk, and things can get rowdy. I've witnessed a few scuffles while a student in Boston, but it always makes for a good time as long as you're not involved. All in all, I like this place a lot. If you're gonna watch the Sox, or just about any NFL team on gameday, you can expect you'll be able to get it on one of their many TVs if you want it. Enjoy!
(4)Emily F.
I've only been here to drink. Overcrowded loud sweaty nastiness. Undergrad assholes & those late 20's-30-something year olds still lurking around college girls dominate this place at night. If you want to get trashed and be around a lot of other sloppy drunks (which, lets face it, is sometimes what you want/need), this might just be your bar. **EDIT: It's much more tolerable around the 7-9pm range, you know, when people aren't there. Seems to draw the after-work crowd. Still, the girl's in short shorts working the bar weren't particularly attentive and their drinks were kinda weak.
(2)Jason F.
the good... the wings are really good, and 15 cents at the bar.. i ordered 10, and they gave me 13 or 14... the bad... they brought out the wings and the appetizers after they had been done cooking for some time, so they were lukewarm... and we didn't see out waitress at all for about 40 minutes. but overall, decent food for really cheap, can't really complain about that!
(3)JAMES E.
Love Whiskey's!! Every time I'm there the service is AMAZING! And I'm from the south (Mississippi) and this is about as close as you can get to good BBQ without doing it yourself. Love this place. Love the staff. This place would make anyone feel like they are born and raised here.. you never fill like a outsider at this bar. Love it!
(4)Pinky T.
I consider myself a nacho connoisseur, and the nachos here just weren't up to par. They used to have amazing buffalo chicken nachos, but they took if off of the menu. The chicken they use now tastes really sweet and ruins the whole 'cheesy greasy awesome' vibe that the nachos had going for them before. I won't go here late and night anymore, it's filled with your typical frat guy college kid, people get way too drunk and you can't even get to the bar. I'd probably go back for lunch since they had a huge BBQ menu filled with good stuff and great bar food that looked great, but overall the place is just not my speed.
(2)Christina K.
This place can be obnoxious at night- agreed. But on a Sunday afternoon I got a pretty decent lobster for $9.95 that came with fries and coleslaw. Yes, I'm a fan of that.
(4)D S.
It is what it is: a good bar for socializing/getting shitty on Boylston. The food is so-so, as are the drinks, staff, and the general company you'll find here.
(3)Susan D.
Five stars for the after-work crowd because it's a) not crowded at 5:30pm b) you can hear yourself think & speak c) great $2.50 appetizer specials from Sun-Thurs until 6ish d) 10 cent wings!!!! (on above days, 4ish-11pm) One star for a) carding at the door so early in the day b) not too attractive crowd into the evening I split the rating in half.
(3)Jorge G.
one of my favorite places after work. cheap wings and app specials are good. the bartenders, bouncers, and staff are always nice. the cheapest beer should be cheaper. you won't find a steal on drinks but they are all reasonably priced.
(4)Madeline C.
Foods alright - Cocktail list is decent. Halfprice apps during Happy Hour is a good deal. If your headed out on a Friday or Saturday I don't recomend this place because it gets so packed it can take 30 minutes to get a drink. If you go here for dinner i recommended the BBQ everything else is just bar food made poorly.
(3)Wanda M.
Security tried to get us to go somewhere else when we walked in. Said we would have better luck somewhere else if we were looking to order off the menu. Should have listened to him. Baked potato was cold. Bloody Mary was like drinking tomato soup. Fish and chips were only saved by the delicious tartar sauce. Really loud, not easy to hear the person sitting next to you.
(2)Sergio M.
I'm only giving 3 starts because they have a really good promotion for chicken wings at 10 cents per wing during off peak times but I had a very bad experience a couple months ago when I went in the restroom. I saw the dirtiest bathroom I've ever been to. It's worse than a gas station restroom in a forgotten town in Mexico. The floor is sticky and dirty. The tables at sticky as well some times. The food is not bad and the service isn't bad either. Good place to drink beer and watch sports.
(3)Dianne M.
This is always a stop on an afternoon of bar hopping in the Back Bay. Try the hot wings on certain days they are very cheap and good
(3)Thuy Tien L.
Ew. Boston's decent bars are generally either sketchy but cheap and ridiculously fun for the college crowd or really trendy and overpriced for the local yuppies (which could include college students...). Whiskey's is neither. It's just... kinda gross. Free tortilla chips if you're drinking after 11. Something about serving food with all the liquor.
(1)Jahan M.
I went for the cheap wings, but they were toothpicks, and the booze was crazy over priced. People seem to like the place though, it's usually busy whenever i go. Save you cash for something cheaper and tastier.
(2)Edward T.
Pretty much everything hat I was going to say about this place has been said.... just wanted add one more thing. There was some crazy nun-like waitress going around and cutting people off. She even "cut off" someone that wasn't drinking alcohol. Last call at 1:30???? very interesting. only gave it 2 stars because they serve alcohol..... sometimes.
(2)jonathan u.
Have you ever been at a frat party where girls are "supposed" to be on their way? Well that's Whiskeys. They have great bartenders, and I think that's there saving grace. I dont know why else to go here, it always crowded but not in a good way its like you constantly feel in the way. Plus I think its the training wheel bar, cause you will never see more barely 21 kids. Honestly I don't know why I've been here as many times as I have...but it strangely compelling so for some reason I end up there hoping it will be good....stay for one beer then leave.
(3)Elvis N.
great spot for a chill night in Boston, regardless of whatever day of the week. you can find the bars to be close to impossible to get a drink on a friday and saturday, but so is any other good bar in Boston.
(4)A M.
First thing that comes to mind is .....are you f-in kidding me?????? What a joke this place is. I went there to catch the Pats game thinking great place to watch a game....right? WRONG!!!! We walked in and stood at the door for about 5 minutes wondering where to sit. I'm still not sure if it is a seat yourself establishment as there was no sign indicating such. We decided to grab a bar table. We proceeded to sit there for another ten minutes with no acknowledgment whatsoever. There were at least 3 servers standing around and not one came over to the table. Hello.....don't you work on TIPS??? Finally, as one was walking by I asked her if we could order some drinks and food. Apparently the bartenders are responsible for the bar tables and they are too busy to come over so she told us to go to the bar to order. No problem. I ordered the nachos and was asked for my credit card to hold the tab. I couldn't help but asked the bartender if the nachos would be delivered or would I have to pick them up! The nachos were in fact delivered and never once were we acknowledged after that.....not for drinks, to ask how things were, NOTHING. Believe me I wasn't looking for 5 star service but c'mon.
(1)Festher C.
Here's a confession. I love and hate this place all at once. TEN CENT WINGS ARE TO DIE FOR. The wings are succulent, spicy, the perfect combination of cripsy and juicy and they are so dirt freaking cheap. My friends and I come here almost every week. We love their skinny fries. Their nachos are overwhelming and not that good but the wings and fries never ever let us down. I don't really like beer so I wash the wings down with a nice, cold, large bottle of Magners or sometimes, a Cuba Libre. I have become so proficient at wing eating, that in one quick sudden movement, I can break the wing at the perfect spot and get all bones on the right hand and all meat on the left. No I'm not kidding. Drinks are regular price, which sucks. They also do half off appetizers before 7pm. Wings are Monday through Thursday til 11pm and I believe 15 cents on game days or when the Pats play. Waitstafff are HORRIBLE, I think about 99% of the waitresses are super bitches that are about 19 years old and think they're the hottest things to hit sports bars since the eighties. Not cute. Plus they're very rude. I've also seen the guy bartender take a drink complaint from a customer who said there was a bug in her margarita. Then saw the bartender stick his finger in the margarita and pull the bug out and re-serve it to the unknowing customer. Gross. Otherwise, Whiskey's is my Boston staple. I have a love hate relationship with anything I am dependent on.
(3)Greg D.
This place use to be pretty good, but not anymore. This place has gone down hill in the last few years because of their price point. Management needs to get that back in control. Over $6 for a Bud Light is just to much for this type of place. The way this place is designed, it is completely packed in some areas and empty in others. They should really re-model Whiskey's to make it more user friendly. Pretty easy to meet people here. More lower to Mid-twenties crowd. Good location on Boylston, but there are other bars that are better here. Be prepared to wait in line even if it is not busy. They like it that way.
(2)M -dot W.
The Good : Its a choice on Boylston St. if you want to pre-game before the club or just have some quick , not-that-expensive drinks amongst tipsy, sleep-deprived college students ( and their family visiting them) and Boston tourists that just want to get effed up The Bad : On weekend nights, (especially if theres a graduation or alot of tourist in Boston for whatever reason) there is usually a long line outside to get in and then bar is crowded , depending on what you are looking for there are other choices in area. The Ugly : On some nights you might have a wait to get inside and bartenders are usually overwhelmed so more wait to weave through the crowd to grab a drink.
(3)Jeremy F.
apparently this is also the "hooters" of boylston street. theres really not much else to say, i mean yeah they have golden tee and buck hunter but aside from that it's your standard booze bar + boobs. got some onion rings which weren't bad and my buddy grabbed some wings which were surprisingly good.
(3)Morgan G.
The only reason I give Whiskey's a 2 is that when you come early in the day, it's not bad... rather, it becomes bearable. Otherwise, it's crowded to over-capacity, you have to struggle to get your drink order to the bar and it's too loud to stop to hear the person next to you without screaming your lungs out, or getting them swept away in a crowd of drunkards. One time I came on a Sunday afternoon for lunch and football with friends and the power went out and they refused to take my food order. Because apparently, walking back to the kitchen to give a handwritten order is too much trouble or too difficult. I left and went to Pour House where I got VERY good bar fare food for MUCH MUCH CHEAPER. If my friends tell me that they're at Whiskey's for the night, 9 out of 10 times I stay home. That 1 time is when I'm already drunk and it doesn't matter anymore.
(2)Pramee M.
15 cent wings! nuff' said. But, the service on the other hand is a different story. We gave up a table where we would be the only table in the section for a high-top. Our waitress was in the middle of training someone, which being a former waitress, I understand the game, but still. Every bone-filled plate on our table was picked up, except one (not sure of the logic behind this). But when we asked to get a new plate after the second set of wings came, the waitress picked up the plate that was dirty, but didn't replace it with a clean one and my friend was left holding a wing in his hand while we waited another 10 minutes for her to bring another plate. Then we ask for another beer and a refill on a coke. The beer took about 10 minutes, and my coke another 20 minutes after that. Getting the bill was another challenge. Not to mention taking off the Bombay Sapphire and Tonic that noone ordered.... I will try going back, only for the wings, but I would suggest that the waitstaff learn how to efficiently wait tables. There is no reason that at any given point, we either see all 20 waitresses huddled around or none at all for minutes on end. AND when it was not that busy.
(3)Lisa O.
Whiskey's might bear the distinction of being the only Boston bar that I refuse to return to. I'm not generally a picky person when it comes to bars, but the horrible service I received from the staff was unparalleled. First off, don't come here with an out-of-state ID unless you're prepared to cough up at least one other form of ID. Even if you're 30 and look it (I'm not, thankyouverymuch) the bouncers will look you up and down distrustingly as they scrutinize your ID and credit card. Once in, the bar is PACKED with sorority-type girls and the grossest of white-hat frat boys I've ever seen. It's nearly impossible to get around the bar. This all would have been okay (and they might have hung on to three stars) if the following situation hadn't occurred. My roommate and I decided to hit up Whiskey's for a few drinks before meeting friends a little bit later. I ordered 2 drinks and handed the bartender my debit card for the bill ($15 for 2 weak drinks). Instead of putting the slip and card on the bar like a normal person, she tried to hand me the slip, card and a pen, all with one hand. Since this is almost impossible, she dropped my card behind the bar. I went ahead and signed the slip while she looked for it, certain that I'd be getting my card back a few seconds later. Nope. She can't find it. And isn't really willing to look since there's tips to be made elsewhere. She glanced around for a minute or two and called the manager over. He told me I could call back around 3:30 after they closed to see if anyone came across it while cleaning. No apologies, no comped drinks, and no way for Lisa to pay for the rest of her fun night out. Even though I was seething a little, I did in fact let a friend buy my drinks for the night and called back at 3:30 like instructed. No card. They can't find it. Now, if you've seen the bar at Whiskey's, you'll know there's only a limited place it could be! So why the hell can't anyone find it? They told me to call back in the morning, just in case. So I did. And they couldn't open the register to tell me if it was there, so they told me to come in in a few hours. Since I was headed that way anyway, I did. Still no debit card and no way to pay for ANYTHING ALL WEEKEND. Where the hell could this thing have gone?!?!? I spoke to another manager who couldn't explain where my debit card could be residing and still didn't offer an apology for my inconvenience. This is completely unacceptable. I understand accidents happen, but I don't understand treating your customers like they're disposable. I had to cancel my card and get a new one, and I'm pretty sure my old one is still hanging out behind the bar at Whiskey's. Hopefully that shitty, bitchy bartender isn't. Either way, I won't be back.
(1)Jennifer D.
My coworker and I had a fun time at this bar. It gets really crowded, but the bartenders were fun and they've got decent beers on tap. We got to know the manager, and he played Journey for us. I sent my other coworkers to this place and they complained that there were a lot of dudes at this joint. However, I have to add that they have really hot female waitresses that work there to make up for it.
(4)Stephanie T.
i mean, if you just left fenway and are wearing a red sox jersey and are wicked hyped on being surrounded by 7493274893274983272 who also fit that description.... have fun! beers are averagedly priced (i think the draft light beers were like $4), we were told chips & salsa were free, then that they were $2.50 and then as we were being served that they were $5.... for a TINY condiment sized plastic container of salsa and a plate of (i will admit... ridiculously delicious) chips. but apparently they have cheap, yummy wings - but so does everywhere else in boston. so, if you are looking to hang out on boylston and enjoy SPORTS, you will probably enjoy whiskeys. i, personally, will be found elsewhere!
(2)Andrew C.
This may be the worst bar in Boston. Went there on a Saturday night with a few people and was not impressed one bit. The bartenders looked like they hated their life, and would not serve us 4 beers and 2 shots because "we didn't have enough people." I have never known a bar to turn down money for drinks but apparently this bar doesn't care about that. The crowd as a bunch of melvins who thought they were on top of the world when in reality they were just punk college kids. It was extremely crowded, couldn't move around, the bathrooms were disgusting. One of the so called "bouncers" came up to us and told us we had to sit down instead of standing up next to the table. It must be important to not be standing up in a bar on Saturday night when there were about 100 other people doing it. We made sure to leave our mark when we left and I can assure you we will never be back there again. The worst bar in Boston by far. I do not recommend it.
(1)Angie G.
everytime i go to whiskeys, i forget how average and not awesome the food is. drinks = meh. whatevs. extra point for having lobster. thats it. reasons why whiskeys hasnt won my heart over: nachos are lame. ive had much better. how hard is it to have a plain steak? can someone PLEASE consistently stock your veggie of the day? i hate it when im told its broccoli and instead i get green beans. space = cramped bathroom = downstairs = asking for a drunk slip, fall, and break neck.
(3)Lindsay D.
Some people really like Whiskey's. I'm not one of them.
(2)KebShi L.
this place is poppin when the celtics or sox are playing. good chicken wings and friendly servers. the drinks come as hard and as fast as u order them.
(4)Stephanie J.
I've had a few nights here that I had a tolerable time, which is why this is two stars instead of one. But man. Whiskey's. Each time is worse than the last, and this weekend was no exception. Bartenders and waiters who only had two moods: asshole and crazy. Food that was greasy and terrible (and I ate all of it. Whoops.) and beer. The beer was good. Really, don't go here - unless you're drunk enough that no matter where you are, you'll have a good time.
(2)Missus F.
they can charge 10 cents for wings because they charge $9 for a small cup of ice with a faint dribble of grateful dead deliciousness. it was sort of alright.
(2)Lily H.
I think Whiskey's might exist solely to feed the conventioneers across the street, but they have weekly specials that get people riled up: 15 cent wings at the bar. There are also pizza specials Sat/Sun/Mon. I can't say too much about the setting, either, because it reminds me more of a chain restaurant than anything else. BUT, if you are out with people who want some decent American food that's not crazy Back Bay fancy or expensive, this place might be worth checking out.
(3)Charoline D.
I think my first real visit to whiskeys, can be summed up in one sentence: "Are you wearing any underwear?" Yes, it's hard to believe that men actually say these things, hoping to evoke a positive response. But what IS the positive response? Do you want me to say "no"? Do you want me to describe them to you? Whatever my response, I was sure to make it unsatisfactory. "Yes" *looks back into drink, stirs ice cubes, checks email via phone, looks off into the mountains*. This is the event that pretty much epitomized my typical experience with men in Boston, but lo! These were Princeton graduates! Classy! We didn't have a hard time getting in, there was no line, and the doorman liked my hair. Can you blame him, a fresh trim and a dye job, I mean fuck! Thanks, lovey. Our bartender took the pleasure of earning herself a 25% tip by not bringing us back our change back from our twenty dollar bill. Like what? Did you forget? Man, I don't even know what's going on. The cocktail waitresses are wearing sequined santa hats and jean cut off shorts. Again, what? May I remind you that its December 22nd? Is this a Christmas in July sale, just a wee 5 months too late? Do I get a free printer when I purchase a powerbook? Free snow tires and rust proofing? The crowd wasn't too douchey surprisingly, but I'm going to assume that many of the college locals probably went home for the holiday, and hall-e-fucking-loo-yah that they did, I'm finding myself longing for the summer months when I could run free through the bar unhindered by bro dudes asking me about my major and girls with DB bags, Uggs, and Northface Jackets. But for now, I'll just be setting myself on fire and frolicking towards the back, the scent of burning hair left lingering on your clothes. DESTROY.
(2)Kree K.
good stuff for good price.
(4)I D.
This place is good compared to the other bars around that side of Boylston st. I came here on a Saturday night with a group of 7, and we were lucky enough to not be squished around the bar area and got a booth. I was not pleased when the waiter brought out my vodka soda water without the vodka!!!!! Although he was really nice when I told him and didn't question it and got me a new drink. He also gave us chips and salsa on the house because of the mistake....sure, they were cold and not great, but it was free and soaked up the vodka and the tequila shots.
(3)Antonio Z.
Never seen 15 cent wings before, they were probably worth all 15 cents, but I'm not too sure. Spinache and Artichoke dip was good. They had a good selection of beers, though kinda pricey, but not outrageous for Boston. Waitresses are cute, but slow, so I guess it evens out, or not. Do yourself a favor and head down the block to the Pour House.
(2)Diane I.
i'm kind of embarassed that i've been here twice. it feels like all the tourists who just got done shopping at the prudential center head over here to end the night. but for good reason...its probably the cheapest beer you'll find within a half mile radius. not to mention they have video games. some schmuck left 2.50 on the moose hunt game. SCORE. i kicked some butt - as usual (i'm southern... we shoot guns for fun).
(3)Sara B.
I have never liked Whiskey's, yet at midnight you'll see people standing in a line that wraps around the corner. Don't go to this bar if you want to have a conversation with the people you're with, listen to good music, or have easy access to reasonably priced beer - because the place is loud and way too crowded, the music stinks, and there is one bar staffed with four bartenders who barely look at you, let alone serve you their overpriced beer. It takes 20 minutes to get a beer, and even then it requires pushing. On the other hand, if you're looking for a crowd full of college girls/guys, young tourists, and people who drove in from the suburbs, then this might be the place for you. My suggestion in general: don't go there unless you've already had more than a few drinks. Otherwise, you'll be disappointed.
(1)Benny D.
Good for the really cheap FIFTEEN cent wings. They WERE 10 cents and then my friends from work would get out every night at 10 and head over there... we must have had about 90 wings a night and only 2 beers. Needless to say they were losing money so after about 3 steady weeks of this and gaining 5 pounds Whiskeys officially increased the price! Well I've only back once since the dramatic increase and I ordered dinner plus the wings just to have them. I smuggled them from the bar to my table because you are supposed to eat them at the bar and a waiter actually came over and told me the manager was going to get mad. DO i care? Whats he going to do kick me out for not eating the food at the bar??? Get outta my face! Git! uGH YOU JUST LOST A STAR! AND WHATS WITH THOSE RANDOM BLACK CHICKEN WINGS?? SHOULD I NOT EAT THOSE??
(3)Megan W.
Food? They serviced food there. I only remember drinks....and boys.... and the good ol college days. OH and their light up plastic ice cubes....those deserve a star alone!
(4)Dana L.
If you like to watch the games with 3,000 of your closest friends (packed so tight that its hard to move), come to Whiskey's. They have some pretty nice plasma screens, and if you position yourself just right, you can be semi-comfortably in front of one without being in the line of traffic. Also a decent place for drinking with friends, although the ambiance is more in the B-/C+ range than anything higher. There are lots of places on Boylston Street - this place doesn't really distinguish itself, but its not too bad of an attempt either.
(3)Lori I.
Lets just say I was a regular at Whiskey's for years when I lived in Boston. It was my works after work bar and I lived next door on Gloucester street for 3 years. So normally during my wedding week I wanted to take my wedding guests there after a sox game to show them where I used to have all fun my when I lived in Boston. Not only did I not know a soul who worked in the joint I was just totally shocked at how much this place had changed and not for the good. First of all it was a Wednesday night and the bar was dead. I brought in close to 30 people to celebrate our upcoming nuptials and this bar staff couldnt have been any ruder to me and my guests. We were questioned on buying shots. Like who they were for and that they could only serve four at a time. I have NEVER in my life heard such a thing. They even cut a friend off who barely drinks and who had one beer the whole night. When I questioned them I got complete attitude from every waitress, bartender and even the manager. I was totally disgusted and embarrassed by how poorly these people were acting in this place. Their whole attitude was unreal. I dont know who those lil girls think they are with their little tight outfits on. I wasnt impressed and neither were any of my friends. They wouldnt allow any of us to order shots or drinks at this point so I exchanged some words with both the bartender and their manager and let them know how poorly they were portraying Boston. I took my party and went to the Pourhouse who was happy than heck to have us there and we ordered as many drinks and shots as we wanted. So I am just letting you know if you want to go there this is what you are in for! So disappointed by this bar considering how much business I had given them in the 3 years I lived there. I hope their owner knows all of their staff is a bunch of rude people who are not welcoming to any of their customers.
(1)Charlene L.
You don't go here for quality food, let's face it. You go here because it's cheap, there are lots of peeps here, and it's centrally located for everyone to get started on a night out. Bartending? Hrm. Had to teach bartender how to do a raging bull. Ghetto.
(3)Sean L.
Checked this place for a Beer and a burger for lunch the other week. Honestly, it was probably the best burger I have ever had. Good selection of beer, I had a Newcastle of course :-) Only thing was I couldn't tell if my waitress was being sassy or just a bitch, either way it was hot, and so was she.
(4)michael m.
A step up from a college bar, this place is still mildly frat party-esque. It can take forever to try to bust through the bar line, so don't even bother -- grab a cocktail waitress. The place can get really crowded, really fast. I've never had a problem grabbing a place to sit, whether at a dinner booth or a bar table. The bar tables are a lot harder to get on wing nights, though (Sunday -- Thursday). Standard 10 cent wings, but they are amazing here. Also try the jack skins with bacon -- yum. There's a pretty good selection of beers -- I think 18 on tap. UFO, Magic Hat #9, IPA, Sam & Sam Seasonal, plus your obligatory Bud & Bud Light. As far as the bouncers go, I've never had a problem at the door. ID and usually a back up, but they don't take more than a few seconds to look at it. I've never been hassled or inconvenienced at all, and I barely look 18, let alone 21.
(4)Erin A.
I don't know why the majority of reviewers have such an issue with this place. It's perplexing at the very least. Every time I have come here there has been at least one amazing, friendly and knowledgeable bartender. Yes they employ more than their share of mindless women but I normally eye the one competent bartender and they are my go to guy or girl for the rest of the night. And they are always amazing. Super friendly, have no issue chatting with you and always offering up a new drink or beer to try. AND they always let you try a beer before you order a pint. Most places in Boston would look at you like you were crazy if you asked to try first. The doormen have always been polite. My guess is if you're not an asshole and not looking to cause trouble, how much interaction other than "ID Please" and "Have a nice night" are u having with the door staff? 15 cent wings are delicious and HUGE. Honey buffalo? I'm in love. We had 5 beers and 10 wings last night and our bill was 25 bucks. Not bad, beers anywhere in Boston run 5 bucks. It's expected and the norm. I like the staff, the atmosphere and the fact that it's like MTV circa 1989 on the TV's where they always play the video for the song that's playing in the bar. FUN. Don't let the reviews deter you, give Whiskey's a shot. My guess is if you're not a drunk idiot, you will like the place.
(5)Natalie K.
whiskey's holds a special place in my heart. it is where i celebrated my 21st birthday and where i met my husband! good selection of beers and great wings!
(4)Amanda G.
I'm scoring it based on what whiskeys is, a big loud (mostly college) bar. I think it's an ok place to meet up with some friends. There is a bunch of seating, but it's hard to get late at night. There are always lines and once you get in it's so crowded you can't really move anyway. The actual bar is huge but there isn't enough space around it. Crowd is college to professionals and mostly your typical american.
(3)Beth M.
Oh Whiskey's....how I loved you when I was 21! This is another one of those places I loved so much and keep going back to it, but its just never the same. The last time I was there I think I was literally the oldest person in the bar and I'm only 25! I think I am just past the age of body shots and fake ID's. However, my sister and I did trick the bouncers into believing that were we twins and that I was 21, and one other time having them believe my sister was 24. Both time my then younger sister was not of legal drinking age and would just use my ID...the same ID I would then show 10 minutes later. So for all of you under 21 year olds with a fake...this is the place to be!
(2)Brenda K.
love this place! My son goes to berklee college of music and we were looking for a place to take him to lunch..very good food, no complaints!
(5)Sean B.
I have to agree with the most recent poster. Whiskey's used to be a must visit on any back bay put crawl, but last night I was there for the first time in years and the staff treated everyone like criminals. It seems every man working there has a serious chip on his shoulder and is looking to start a fight. After closing we were standing on the street outside the bar and the waitstaff were still yelling insults and being rude. What was once a good bar and a great grill now seems to be staffed by coke-addled perma-dicks who don't know anything about making drinks or providing good service. A sad decline for what passes as an old institution on Boylston St.
(2)Melissa B.
Headed here after HK to find people in my demographic box. I guess, I found it? Not quite sure. Lots of randomness going on. It was packed and lots of imbibed, friendly people. That's always a good thing. I like all the plasmas but the music videos distracted me from the happenings around me. Perhaps I wanted to be distracted since I wasn't on the same inebriated wave length. It was a long night that needed to come to an end. Didn't hate it but no love either. I'm guessing there's better bars on Boylston. I certainly hope so.
(2)Bella and Aleksey R.
My husband wants to give this place four stars. Ok. But I would say this is mostly so if you are a college student and your priority is to get your top dollar for chicken wings. Boy, are you in luck here, because Monday-Thursday are 10 cent wing days, yes, each wing is only 10 cents. It is a typical sports bar place, to me. Zzz.
(4)Patrick K.
Great place. Perfect for a game. Solid beer and cocktail list and good food. Great service. Just an all around great place.
(4)Eric S.
Only been here at night. Gets crowded easily. Lots of college kids. Staff's alright, no problems with the bartenders.
(2)Sue W.
I haven't been to Whiskey's since I was in college but the place hasn't changed much since then. I met up w/ some friends after work for the 10 cent wings deal and some drinks. Beware that the wings can get really hot after eating about 5... but I guess that's why you wash it down w/ some beer =D The place wasn't too crowded during the time we were there but I did notice that at every table, everyone was pretty much munching on the cheapo wings (deal on Sun-Thurs 4pm-11pm only). Great (cheap) place to hang out after a stressful day at work...
(3)patrick w.
expensive frat party. do I need to say more?
(1)Katia M.
This is one of those bars that I should probably hate, but for whatever reason, I don't. It's generally a younger crowd, and on weekends it gets packed. As long as I've got a place to sit, I'm a happy camper. Oh, and ten cents for wings? Yeah, can't really beat that, can you? Best for happy hour during the work week, but I'll do a weekend night occasionally.
(4)Jen R.
Place is ok. Food is ok. Its pretty much a bar that serves some food. Very young crowd. Lobsters are surprisingly good- and their price can't be beat.
(2)sunny n.
Pretty Average Bar...Lots of plasmas which is cool for a game...I tried the Nachos and that said it all to me about the food here...ughhh....It can get pretty busy here around the weekends ....the restrooms are in the basement which is a bitch!!! Decent selection of drinks and reasonable...the decor is a mix bag of ur american - irish - texmex...feel..whatever the hec that means..ya so no theme there..don't mind swingin by here once in a while for a drink..or game cheer!!
(3)Irene F.
I like this place a lot! Great location to booze it up with your friends. It gets loud and crowded, but usually in a good way. The best thing to do is to try to grab a table (there are usually a bunch empty) and flag down a waiter or waitress...that way you don't have to fight your way to the bar! It's a good place to stop off on your way down boylston, or to sit and drink heavily at all night. I highly recommend the grape crush shots, they're rather fabulous...or maybe that's just my fuzzy memory...
(4)Chase W.
Whiskey's makes me sick to my stomach. Reeeeallly? Really. It's a freakin meat market sweat shop with people pouring booze down their throats as quickly as possible. Crowd is the college/just out of college crowd, and you're gauranteed to see somebody get into a fight. Food Sucks too. I throw a tantrum everytime somebody says we're going here. If I'm going to go somewhere sucky, it should at least suck in good ways, and this place doesn't. I'll give it 2 stars just cuz you know if you walk in here, you're going to see some funny poeple make asses of themselves. Man am I in a bad mood today or something!? ;)
(2)Kristina G.
Not the best veggie burger I've had, but I can't go in here as a vegetarian with any expectations. Our waitress was very nice, prompt, and helpful. The menu has lots of carnivore-type food for all you meat lovers out there.
(4)John B.
My friend and I went to celebrate him leaving for Afghanistan ... and the bartenders were very unfriendly and rude. I will never go back. Take the stick out of your ... girls. And the food was terrible.
(1)Lanoi P.
yet another standard boylston bar with the usual mixture of suits, college kids, and lazy back bay residents. 10...wait wait 15 CENTS wings are deliciously bad for you. I will like to note however the difference good service makes, don't know her name but there was one bartender who despite dealing with drunks all day long manages to keep a smile on her face. hell it was weird to even see a bartender smile and say a simple "sure definitely!" ooohhh be still my weak jaded Boston heart. sometimes all it takes is some good service!
(3)Mike M.
If ever there were a restaurant that could benefit from the use of those vibrating pagers that tells you a table is available, Whiskey's is it. After the hostess told me and my girlfriend to wait in the bar for a few minutes, we watched at least three other parties that showed after we did get seated. Nothing makes patrons feel welcome like having to remind the staff that you're waiting for a table. There is also an extreme frat-party vibe. Maybe it was due to the baseball game that was on, it being a Saturday night, or the impending return of the college folk to Boston, I don't know. Lots of loud groups of meatheads pounding down Coors Light and the occasional holdover from the metrosexual revolution, complete with pencil-thin chinstrap "beard". Anyhow, I got the "Smokehouse Chicken BBQ", or some variation of those three words. It was around $10 and it was delicious. It was half a chicken, corn on the cob, fries, and baked beans. The chicken was juicy, the corn wasn't dessicated, the fries were good, and the beans were amazing. It took maybe two bites to realize that what made the beans so good was bacon. My lady got the pulled chicken sandwich. After a few bites of my meal, hers tasted like a hot dog to me. Weird. We also got honey BBQ wings as an appetizer, they were also very good. I think if we had gone earlier, it would have been less populated, and therefore a more enjoyable experience.
(3)Andres M.
If you are looking for a place in nice area of town with loud MTV music playing, a very traditional menu and not-so-exciting food then this restaurant is for you.
(2)Lauren W.
I don't know what I can say about a place that has 38 reviews already that hasn't been said before. So, I'll try to sum up my experiences. What I liked about Whiskey's is that their BBQ is very good for Boston and the prices aren't too bad. What I don't like, and this is going to make me sound old, but it's a bar first. You get carded when you first walk in, by a huge bouncer, and it's super loud. My final decision with this bar is that this will be a great place to watch a game and munch on some BBQ. Otherwise, it will be too loud to enjoy anything, both the food and a conversation.
(3)Mathieu B.
We get in, we needed a place to get a cheap lunch. We ask if they got a beer-menu. They don't So the girl tells us all the beer they got without posing between each beer. SamIPAUFOCoorsLightBudLightBudweiser...I hardly joke and say: If I was slightly an asshole i'd ask you to repeat. Which all my friend found funny 'cause them too hardly understood anything with the jukebox music and the crowd speaking as loud as possible. In Montreal we got some places like that called La Cage aux sports (it's a franchise) which is a family version for kids too. The difference is that it's cheaper, crowded with adults but still feels like a place for teenagers. I just knew this was the kind of place annoys me more then gives me little fun.
(2)Ryan D.
I just got back from Whiskey's for dinner and, to be honest, it wasn't a very good experience. Doesn't explain why I'm giving the place four stars, does it? Well, anyone who follows me on FourSquare knows that I spend at least 2 nights a week supping at Whiskeys. Yes, I usually order the same 5 or 6 items, and I've never bothered ordering anything other than Blue Moon to drink - except the one time they had Pumpkinhead around Halloween last year - but I'm rarely disappointed. The waitresses probably recognize my father and I by now, and i'm fairly on a first-name basis with the doormen, but I can't say I'm upset about that. The chances that my dad and I get better service than some other clientele might be pretty high due in part to the facts that a) we always tip well and b) 49 times out of 50, we're waited on by cute girls who are just trying to improve their keep for the night. This is par for the course. Whiskey's employs almost entirely women, and depending on when you go, they may or may not be appropriately dressed (tonight, they were; Friday night at 11, they won't be). The only reason tonight wasn't great was because there was a large party hooting and hollering and making general fools of themselves, taking up the attention of the wait staff and really cramping the atmosphere - I appreciate a monday night party as much as the next grad student, but when everyone in your group of 30 is laced at 6 on that monday night, you don't have a party, you have a group of AAs in training. Anyhow, as with any restaurant, large parties showing up unannounced slow the service down. It happens. It's not a big deal. They slow the kitchen down. It happens, it's not a big deal. They might even cause some of the kegs to need changing. Again, it happens. Nothing that happened tonight was particularly poorly-done, it just didn't click the way it usually does. No big, I just decided now would be a good time to tell the world about it. If you're looking for beer, the selection at Whiskey's is solid, draft or bottles. If you're looking for margaritas, this is one of many right places along Boylston street. I will admit that the Red Bulls and Grey Goose are a little pricey, but if you're ordering something that top-shelf, you deserve to pay a lot for it - it's the treasury's way of teaching you a lesson. If you're looking for quality bar food, there's no reason to look elsewhere. Fried, Starched, BBQed, Salted, Cheesy, Spicy, name it, they've got it. The nachos are particularly good, and the pulled pork sandwich - they do pride themselves on their BBQ, after all - is pork perfected. The Steak tips are another signature item, but don't be distracted by the more mealy items. From 4-7 during the week, they have half-price appetizers at the bar. Take advantage of this. And don't stop. From 10-1 Sunday through Wednesday, they have 99 cent 12-inch pizzas with the purchase of an alcoholic drink. You might think a 99 cent pizza late at night wouldn't be that good - you're wrong. It's absolutely delicious, and it's a shame they don't serve it in the dining room during normal mealtime hours. I digress. There are a lot of good things about Whiskey's, and its atmosphere on the weekends and during Sox and Celtics games is great. The staff is always friendly. The food is always tasty, if imperfectly done. The beer is always cold. The TVs always have a great game or great music blaring from them, and there isn't a seat in the house where you can't see them. And if you don't agree with me, step around the block to Daisy Buchanan's on Newbury Street. It won't take long for you to see what you're missing.
(4)Mihir P.
This place USED to be good - in my day. Very good drinks, friendly staff, decent food (especially the spicy calamari), cool crowd and a clean space. I enjoyed my first post 21 years here but now I don't know what happened. I can try to figure it out though. They renovated the place in the late 90's and put the bar in the center of the room and somehow everything else went down hill. Sticky floors and bar, dirty and sticky glasses for your drinks, bartender putting his fingers in your shots to pass them to you. This obviously upset the customers and then the staff since no one seems to give a shit anymore - hosts, bartenders, waitstaff etc. And of course customers still tip for the fear of not getting served or stared down. The only reason I gave this place two stars is that I am in hopes that someday Whiskey's will clean up its act - pun intended.
(2)wsl l.
I agree with Katia M. "This is a bar that I should probably hate - but I dont." Its a great place to chill after work -(earlier in the week) with friends and have a few beers and .. yes.. their .10 wings night. They play music videos for the cable deprived and they used to have that game machine that was stupidly addictive and fun.. BRING that BACK!! In short, stick with your friends and dont expect great service. Eat your wings, drink your beer and dont talk to the strangers!
(3)Kathleen A.
I always have a great time here, drinking a beer or two or three and eating 15 cent wings! I've tried the buffalo chicken quesadilla too and it was pretty good. Very chill place, fun crowd..great for watching sports games.
(4)Erica D.
I don't know what our servers problem was. We came in for a birthday party / patriots game. She nagged us 4 times about ordering food when we told her each time that we DEFINITELY WERE going to be ordering we just needed a minute to look at the menu. She was a rude, miserable little thing that ignored us, then baggered us, then completely forgot when we did askfor something. Note to Whiskey's - there are PLENTY of other bars in Bboston with pub grub, beers and TVs.
(1)Hailey T.
Despite some of the less than flattering reviews, I saw nothing wrong with this place whatsoever. No, it's not an upscale bar, but no, it doesn't fit the definition of bar. In my opinion, if they serve food that is safe for consumption, it's just not a dive bar to me. On that note, the chicken tenders were good, as were the nachos. A friend had the shrimp and he said that was pretty solid, no, not as great as an upscale place, but what do you honestly expect from a bar and grill? It was a great place for our group to gather on a busy Thursday night to celebrate a birthday. Yes it was loud, but not so loud we had to scream at each other. Service was prompt and friendly, that's important to me. We had fun and enjoyed it. Give it a whirl!
(4)Iska B.
I've only been here on a non-weekend night and it was very calm and empty. I liked their fancy martinis which weren't too expensive considering. I've had the same thing for much more at other places. It was a Sunday night and people were just sitting and chatting and watching whatever game was on TV. Totally fine. The reason for the three stars is that there were two really wasted old guys who basically decided that two girls (my friend and I) who were unaccompanied clearly wanted company. It was really annoying and in the end the girl at the bar had to tell them to back off. Kinda ruined the nice drink we were having. Maybe that's just Sunday night...the day when sketchy old dudes come.
(3)Meg B.
10 cent wings Sun - Th til 11pm. They were actually pretty good... some places don't really lather a lot of sauce on the wings but my first order of 10 was covered and quite good. At one point I noticed someone sitting at a table with what looked like a strawberry margarita. I thoroughly enjoy margarita action so I ordered one for myself. If I do go back, I'll be all over another one. It was surprisingly good and it looked like it was made with real strawberries not just some strawberry flavored mix. The down side and hence the three star review: Since I wanted some cheap wings, I wanted to sit down... (Note: this was around 830pm on a thursday). Most of my friends were ordering straight from the bar so I tried to sit down at one of the tables nearby. The waitress was adamant about ordering a drink to go along with the wings if i was to sit there. I wasn't going to order wings without a drink, I just was more interested in the wings at the moment of ordering... One my friends tried to sit down too but she insisted that they not sit if they weren't ordering from her. The wings took a long time to get too. I mean I understand that a 10 cent wing night isn't gonna result in a high tip and working a table next to the bar area is gonna suck but you could be a little bit friendlier...
(3)Michael G.
This is a very lively bar that sometimes has a line outside to get in on busy nights. On quieter nights, you can find great deals on appetizers at the bar. In particular, go for their 10 cent wings, which are served until 11 PM. They have a good beer selection, and it's a must to stop by as you walk up and down Boylston. This is the type of place that is even busy on a Monday.
(4)Anne B.
I don't like this bar a whole lot. I have had problems with the wait staff and they have wierd rules about where you can do what (you have to be in a certain section to qualify for 10 cent wings, etc.). The beer is about 4 bucks a bottle and the food is fantastic. It's alright for lunch, not really as a bar, though.
(3)Julie F.
Was here on a Saturday night and was not at all impressed. Too loud to hear yourself talk, let alone have a conversation. Total meat market, very frathouse-esque. Definitely NOT the place to go to relax with a beer and good company. I'll never understand why there's always a line to get into this place. The big TV screens with the music videos are a nice touch, though, as are the nifty little light-up ice cubes they put in the drinks.
(2)Brenden L.
I've only ever been here for the food so I can't say I've ever had a problem with bouncers but the waitress did eyeball my ID for quite some time. The food here is pretty good. I think I got a steak tip sandwich and enjoyed it. The drinks are drinks, nothing special but not bad either.
(3)Ruth P.
Whiskey's is pretty hit-or-miss. I was there last night (wednesday night) and it was a pretty good crowd for 10pm-1am on a Wednesday... They have a good selection of margheritas and mixed drinks (ranging from $6-$9) in addition to a decent selection of beers. This is the kind of place you can go to with a bunch of friends, squeeze into a booth table, and sing and laugh and have a good time without feeling like an asshole about it. I'm not as fond of this place on a Friday or Saturday night though when it is packed to the gills.
(4)Michelle I.
so i did quite a bit of drinking here... hmm, i think i have a theme going on here.(i should be thankful i don't live here fulltime i guess) anyway, so maybe this big boisterous bar reminded me a lot of a City Tavern here in SF, but i had a great F*cking time anyway! the crowd is young, loud and rowdy which i like when i'm on an excessive Boston drinking binge.... hey, and so what if the guy i met here was only 22, the important point is that he insisted on buying me drinks. cool! after one of the guys in my group came over to rescue me from peril, we made a mad dash for the door and escaped this zoo.... somehow managing to stumble back to the hotel in one piece. whew!
(5)Ashley M.
went here once - reminded me of bars from college in central PA. i'm over 21, thankfully i don't need to sit in loud, crowded places that reek of stale beer anymore. if that's your scene though, its not a bad place.
(2)bex g.
although this is the exact spot i became a vegetarian, while eyeballing the mounds of chewed up 10 cent wings around the bar, i do remember they were yummy. the drinks are all that expensive and there is always a crowd, which sometimes just makes the night more fun. the grilled cheese is my personal favorite now that the cheapo wings aren't an option. tables, bar, booths, even when it gets packed you can find a place that suits you. weeknights are best, but on the weekends it gets a wee bit too crowded and therefore not as fun. oh, I would stay away from the flavored martinis (well the jolly rancher one at least) a bit too sweet and sickly for my taste, and all the sugar leads to one heck of a hangover.
(4)Melissa B.
I too have been hassled by the oversized bouncers here about my ID & I am well over 21. Food is eh, so-so & the waitresses are ok. This place can get hopping after work, so it's good to meet people.
(2)Jill M.
Yuck. Not as bad as the roxy, but yuck nonetheless. This bar is awful. Unless you live in a frat house, in which case it's utter perfection. First of all, the set up is awful. No matter when you go, there's about a 2 foot space between you and the wall, and you find yourself pressed against an 18 year-old with a bad fake ID. I've been there several times and never enjoyed myself. But the good news is that there's several good bars just down the street.
(2)Jen P.
The food is better than the bar itself. A bunch of us went out and all fell in love with our meals. However, once the big hand strinks 12, its all down hill from there. Its way too crowded, you have to fight your way to get a drink and even to the bathrooms. I will give out some cool points to the flat screen tvs that show videos that coincide with the music.
(3)Anna P.
Meat-market galore...and no, it has nothing to do with the ribs and wings.
(3)Alex G.
I'm not sure this place is worth checking out on the weekends. Crammed, the crowd surrounding the bar eerily paralleled a frat keg line plus 5 or 7 years. Pushing my way through to the bar, I got what was easily one of the worst vodka and club sodas in my life. I heard they have great burgers, but no food after 11. The staff was not particularly friendly, welcoming, or timely; but alot of the waitresses were hot. Good location if you feel like crawling on...
(2)Alan N.
in nyc, whiskey's would be like, hmm...mercury bar on a thursday or saturday night. let's see. it's overly packed, the bartenders are wearing very unflattering cut off shorts, and there's a lot of over-the-top PDA going on in here. miller lite bottles are $4.50. i hear the wings are good here, but i've only been to whiskey's during the packed nights. there are four other nearby bars, i would recommend going there.
(2)Timmy S.
I've never been through their doors where I wasn't hassled by the bouncers. I understand wanting to run a tight ship and being uber-careful on the age/approriateness of the evening's patrons, but the authority-abusive bouncers employed by this establishment ruin a good evening before you can say "lets get this party started."
(1)Tom D.
I'm not sure why I still let my significantly more wealthy/employed friends drag me to this hole. As most of the previous reviews indicate, it is ridiculously noisy and you feel like you've been suddenly crammed into a WWI circa U-boat. The one time this wasn't the absolute last place we ended up at and I was therefore relatively sober, they kicked me out at the door. I twisted my ankle playing soccer earlier, and as I limped in the Backstreet Boy reject at the door said I was stumbling and therefore too drunk to be let in. I politely told him that this was an unreasonable conclusion as I was speaking without the hint of a slur and actually showed him my bandaged ankle. Besides, I'd been way drunker and gotten in before. The last part may not have been the best point to argue but the bouncer insisted on being a right bastard. May this place be turned into a Christian Science Reading Room or something equally obscure. May that bouncer develop erectile dysfunction or at least a stutter.
(1)Kristen G.
This bar is pretty standard. Food is good. Drinks are good. I often times find it overcrowded, which makes getting a drink at the bar difficult and awkward. It can also get pretty loud, so if you are looking to hang out and have a conversation, I would suggest a quieter place in the area.
(3)Katherine W.
While I've had issues with the doormen I still enjoy Whiskey's a lot. Out of MA ID holders beware - they will require back-up ID most of the time. This place is packed with an after-work crowd as well as local college students... so it's almost always busy. Fridays, can be especially busy - so if that's not your scene - don't go here. I've never eaten here but the drinks are average. Whenever I go, I almost always run into someone I know...
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