What should I order at Back Bay Ale House?
Back Bay Ale House
Tuna Nachos
Recommended multiple times as amazing, delicious, and a great choice; reviewers also praised the generous portions.
Crab Cakes
Frequently praised for being outstanding, moist and soft inside, generously packed with crab meat, and very flavorful.
Fried Shrimp Platter
Recommended for its spot-on batter and generous portion size, with one reviewer noting it stayed good even the next morning.
Lobster Roll
Called awesome and enjoyed by multiple reviewers, making it one of the more consistently recommended seafood items.
Garlic Shrimp
Strongly recommended as an ale house garlic shrimp starter and also described as a great choice when ordered with other dishes.
Mussels In White Sauce
Highlighted as one of the appetizers and described as the best mussels a reviewer had on the East Coast.
Steak Fries
Mentioned positively as Bay putine steak fries and Old Bay Fries, with reviewers praising the crisp texture and good seasoning.
Shrimp Crab Alfredo
Recommended for its perfect taste and very large portions, with reviewers saying they couldn’t finish it.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
About Back Bay Ale House
Homey bar & restaurant offering patio seating with views, mason jar drinks & a full pub menu.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as veteran-owned
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trending
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Back Bay Ale House known for?
It is best known for crab cakes, jerk wings, and its waterfront setting with outdoor and rooftop seating overlooking the bay and sunset views. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the mussels and crab soup as standout seafood choices, along with strong cocktails and cold beer.
What dishes are most recommended at Back Bay Ale House?
Frequently recommended dishes include the crab cakes, jerk wings, mussels in white sauce, tuna nachos, lobster roll or lobster-shrimp roll, and Old Bay fries. Reviews also call out the garlic shrimp starter, shrimp po'boy, steak sandwich, and seafood Cobb salad for generous portions and solid execution.
What is the atmosphere like at Back Bay Ale House?
The vibe is casual and cozy, with a laid-back waterfront feel, outdoor deck seating, and a bar area that reviewers describe as fun and relaxed. It seems to work well for groups, couples, and solo diners, especially people who want views of the inlet and a place to linger over drinks and food.
Is Back Bay Ale House good value, and what does it cost?
The price range is about $20 to $30, and reviewers often describe the portions as big and the food and drinks as worth the stop. People mention good value in dishes like tuna nachos, seafood Cobb salad, fries, and seafood rolls, especially given the bayfront setting and attentive service.
What should I know about visiting at peak times?
Reviews suggest the outdoor tables and bar seats can fill up, and some guests waited for a table before dining at the inside bar. If you want the views and deck seating, it may be easier to visit earlier in the day or be ready to sit at the bar when it is busy.
Is parking available at Back Bay Ale House?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Back Bay Ale House kid-friendly?
Yes, Back Bay Ale House is good for kids.
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