Boston Beer Works - Fenway

Boston Beer Works - FenwayBoston Beer Works - Fenway
Boston Beer Works - FenwayBoston Beer Works - Fenway
Brewery, Bar, Eatery, Beer-to-go

61 Brookline Avenue
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215
United States

// CLOSED //

This location no longer brews its own beer. Kegs are shipped from one location in Lowell, MA.

Beers are brewed at / by another brewery.
BEER STATS
Average:
3.66
Beers:
109
Ratings:
1,635
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PLACE STATS
Average:
3.85
Reviews:
127
Ratings:
216
pDev:
10.39%
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Ratings by Boto:
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Reviewed by Boto from Connecticut

3.8/5  rDev -1.3%
I’ve only been here during Redsox games, but they do a terrific job of moving people through without you feeling rushed. Decent beers, pub type food. The food is all quite good. We have always had a good meal here. Recently my wife was disappointed that they took her favorite sandwich (Green Monstah) off the menu. They told her no problem, they will still make it for her.
Oct 11, 2014
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 2 by Dschulte from Georgia

Jan 13, 2021
 
Rated: 3.26 by Jonnybgood from Massachusetts

Dec 26, 2020
 
Rated: 3.8 by Gregf51 from Ohio

Jun 08, 2019
 
Rated: 3.57 by Griffith from Connecticut

Mar 18, 2019
 
Rated: 3.75 by TrilliumFan from Massachusetts

Jan 21, 2019
 
Rated: 4.19 by DebSab from Florida

Nov 08, 2018
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Reviewed by brewme from Massachusetts

3.75/5  rDev -2.6%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 3.75 | service: 3.75 | selection: 3.75 | food: 3.75
Been here a few times before/after Red Sox games. This place is hopping on game day. Very good craft beer selection, fun atmosphere. No outdoor seating.
Aug 25, 2018
 
Rated: 3.84 by Jlabs from New York

Jul 03, 2018
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Reviewed by VoxRationis from New York

4.2/5  rDev +9.1%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4.5 | food: 4
I used to live around the corner from BBW - Fenway, over on Boylston, and stopped in frequently. I stopped in a few hours before a Sox game to show my daughter the old neighborhood and was very pleased to see that it hadn't changed much; it still had the same fun look and vibe, same excellent solid selection of quality beers and solid food offerings, and the same "can do" good service despite being packed at times, and great location. Really a great place to hang out with friends.
May 01, 2018
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Reviewed by WillieThreebiers from Connecticut

4.07/5  rDev +5.7%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4
Sprawling brewpub/ sports bar around the corner from the ballpark. Multiple bars a communial table throughout. 3 different game playing while I was there... ergo very rowdy. Nice assortment of 20 beers on tap, the one I had was solid. Good service, did not try the food - looked to be typical bar fare.
May 01, 2018
 
Rated: 4 by IckyT2012 from Florida

Jan 24, 2018
 
Rated: 3.98 by coachp73 from Rhode Island

Dec 16, 2017
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Reviewed by Redrover from Wisconsin

4.03/5  rDev +4.7%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4 | service: 4 | selection: 4
I was here after a terrific Red Sox game that had them come back to score three in the ninth to beat the Cards. Needless to say the atmosphere was pumped up.

I thought the service was good considering the crowds. My bartender was able to make a recommendation for one of my party who was looking for something specific.

My beers were fresh and I thought well made. I had a hoppy red and nice stout. Prices were good considering the location.

This was a large sleek space. I liked how it wasn’t really a traditional brewpub.

I will head back next time I am near Fenway!
Aug 18, 2017
 
Rated: 3.91 by coz from Illinois

Aug 08, 2017
 
Rated: 3.89 by Fitzy01 from Maine

Jun 28, 2017
 
Rated: 2.34 by HurryItsJacob from Massachusetts

Jun 21, 2017
 
Rated: 4.72 by JohnnyB from Massachusetts

Apr 03, 2017
 
Rated: 3.88 by sbuchert from Massachusetts

Feb 15, 2017
 
Rated: 3.84 by von_kaiser from Connecticut

Feb 03, 2017
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Rated by eppie82 from Illinois

3.63/5  rDev -5.7%
vibe: 2.75 | quality: 3.75 | service: 3.5 | selection: 4
Standard, Granite City like brewery & restaurant. Convenient that it's right next to Fenway Park.
Oct 04, 2016
 
Rated: 4 by gr8fulbeerhead from California

Jul 25, 2016
 
Rated: 3.3 by TWStandley from Massachusetts

Jun 22, 2016
 
Rated: 4.53 by JLK7299 from North Carolina

Apr 27, 2016
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Reviewed by illpass78 from Maine

4.48/5  rDev +16.4%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4 | service: 5 | selection: 5 | food: 4
Classic place. Very crowded before Sox games, but definitely a better spot than some of the other places around Fenway, which can be tourist trappy. Solid pub food. Prices are decent for a "captive audience" type spot. You'll always find a fun new beer on tap here, too.
Apr 12, 2016
 
Rated: 3.46 by Burt from Rhode Island

Jan 19, 2016
 
Rated: 4 by tim007007 from Illinois

Nov 16, 2015
 
Rated: 3.86 by BEERMILER12 from Maine

Oct 28, 2015
 
Rated: 3.84 by NeoClassicist from New York

Oct 26, 2015
 
Rated: 3.1 by KristopherWKing from Massachusetts

Oct 22, 2015
 
Rated: 3.71 by scxcrunner from Massachusetts

Oct 19, 2015
 
Rated: 4.48 by moosup89 from Connecticut

Sep 29, 2015
 
Rated: 3.43 by BostonBrewniversity from Massachusetts

Sep 16, 2015
 
Rated: 3.75 by BigRizz62 from Maryland

Aug 28, 2015
 
Rated: 3.24 by Ryannel24 from Illinois

Aug 13, 2015
 
Rated: 4.01 by glinnebur from Arizona

Aug 01, 2015
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Reviewed by fitzy84 from Massachusetts

3.53/5  rDev -8.3%
vibe: 3.25 | quality: 3.25 | service: 4 | selection: 3.5 | food: 3.5
Took my father-in-law and the family here after we toured Fenway Park for Fathers Day weekend festivities. The space was quite large with tables to the side upon entering, tables on the main floor, and a large bar area to one's right. The brewing area is actually wide open on the right side when you enter the space.

Overall atmosphere seemed relaxing and social with a dark paint/industrial design with several televisions adorned across the space. Since it was not a game day, there was plenty of room in this big restaurant, but I imagine its very crowded on game days.

Menu was generally pub-based. Several sandwich and burger options and some pub dinners. I had the Beer Works Turkey Tips, which were pretty good. I enjoyed the large portions and the turkey was nicely marinated and cooked. For drinks, I decided to have the Flight #2, which consisted of the UR IPL, the Deliberation Session IPA, the Contender IPA, and the Hoppy Brown.

Service was quite good. Our waitress was very nice and attentive to our needs. She even helped pick my meal since I was undecided.

Overall, I don't have much experience drinking or socializing near Fenway, but this seemed like a nice place to have a few drinks and eat before, during, or after a game.
Jun 21, 2015
 
Rated: 3.66 by mklisz from New Hampshire

Mar 04, 2015
 
Rated: 3.4 by Dicers from California

Feb 23, 2015
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Rated by AdamTebbs from Oklahoma

4.49/5  rDev +16.6%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 3.25 | selection: 5 | food: 4.25
Great place to grab beers before a sox game. Gets very crowded and hard to get beer but great selection.
Feb 13, 2015
Boston Beer Works - Fenway in Boston, MA
Brewery rating: 3.66 out of 5 with 1635 ratings