Cheers, Boston: Photos, Reviews & Location

Tourists visit this classic bar with iconic facade for pub grub, pints & nostalgia.

At a glance

#24 of 76 Bars in Boston #17 of 47 American restaurants in Boston

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.40

0.7 km from the center of Boston

Rating breakdown

5 ★62%
4 ★23%
3 ★9%
2 ★3%
1 ★2%

What reviewers talk about

Share of 16 recent reviews that mention each topic.

Food94%
Service & staff69%
Waiting & crowds50%
Price & value44%
Atmosphere25%
Cleanliness13%

84 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108

cheersboston.com

(617) 227-9605

Quick facts

What is the rating of Cheers?: Cheers is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 15,794 reviews.
How does Cheers rank in Boston?: Cheers is #24 of 76 Bars in Boston by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Cheers located?: 84 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108 — 0.7 km from the center of Boston.
What do visitors mention most about Cheers?: Most often: food, service & staff, waiting & crowds (from 16 recent reviews).
How can I contact Cheers?: Phone: (617) 227-9605 · Website: cheersboston.com

Reviews (16)

Jennifer Simmons 2024 Nov 19

Just like the Tv show. Quaint, charming and whether you are with a group or alone everyone knows your name by the end of the night. Food was great. Bartender even better. Hospitality top notch.

John Theis 2024 Nov 18

Dropped in on Friday night and the place packed but didn't have to wait very long for a table. Our waitress was fabulous. The food was decent and your typical bar menu choices. I was here more for the nostalgic experience.

Michelle M 2024 Oct 28

Was lucky that hunger strikes earlier than usual dinner time, else i think i will be in the queue with the rest. So since arrival to Cheers was around 4ish to 5, managed to get a decent place to have a nice dinner. Service is definitely good. Food is great. Atmosphere is superb.

Alicia Falendysz 2024 Oct 24

My expectations were low but it was a great place to visit! The clam chowder and chilli were delicious! It was a bit crowded but they were fast and friendly. We ate upstairs and shopped the gift shop. The upstairs bathrooms are tiny but didn't bother me! What a great time to reminisce on the beloved show Cheers!

Kristie R 2024 Oct 20

Total nostalgia! The bar set from the show is the upper level dining room. The lower level is the bar it was actually based on. Giftshop areas on both levels. We stopped in for drinks and appetizers & loved it. You check in downstairs so you get to walk those iconic steps (there is an elevator, I think, from the upper level). We were seated in the lower level, the service was excellent, and the food tasted great. We will definitely be back on our next visit to Boston.

Richard Sanchez 2024 Oct 09

Wanted to swing by since we watched the series. It's not the same place filmed, but the bar that inspired it. Still...it was fun to grab a bite to eat here and a drink. Food was good. We got there a few minutes before it opened. Small line, but good choice! It filled up pretty fast. Souvenir shop is a bit expensive, so we stuck with lunch and beer!

Bridget Brcka 2024 Oct 08

I did not have high expectations because I just thought it would be a super long wait with only marginal food, but I was excited to ask experience the setting. I was wrong.... the burger was amazing! My husband had the clam chowder and said it was really good. We went around 3pm on a Sunday and there was only a short wait but it was well worth it. I'd recommend!

Terrie Snell 2024 Oct 06

I wanted to take in something that just "said" Boston. So, why not Cheers! It was a unique little spot that was a bit tight in space but big in character. Staff and patrons alike were friendly and quite helpful. Service is slow and a bit unorganized when it comes to needing to order food, but the Bartender Dave did his best to keep up. He was awesome with the drinks, and that in itself kept him hopping.
The food was pretty good. We had the Quesadillas, Clam Chowder, and Sam's Turkey Sandwich. I even got to sit at Norm's corner seat! I was also able to snag a cute Christmas Ornament in the cute little gift shop.

Jack Robson 2023 Dec 03

A fun experience visiting the very place that inspired the iconic 80s TV show. It was a great atmosphere, giving the flavours and feels of a good ol' London pub, just with an American flare. The staff were friendly, and from start to finish this gave the experience there a welcome vibe, from the door to the drinks order to the arrival of the food! Given the tourist attraction of the place, expect to possibly wait to be seated, particularly at peak times, and be aware that food and drinks will be that little bit more expensive than other places.

Gil Trujillo 2023 Nov 10

Bucket list moment!!! Finally made it to the world famous CHEERS! As we planned, we visited a few times during our stay in Boston. The down stairs area (Bull and Finch) had a private wedding party going on so it was closed to the public which worked out for us on the 1st night. With the private party going on, we headed to the set replica bar on the top level. It was awesome! The drinks were amazing (try the Screaming Viking) and the food was to die for. The clam chowder was amazing. On the second night, we made it downstairs and was not disappointed. Absolutely great atmosphere. The only bummer we had was the guy that seated us both nights. Not a very happy individual. On the 2nd night, he wanted to seat us in the back by the restrooms. He said that there were no clean tables. The tables were not occupied, mind you, just not clean. We asked if we could wait for a table in the front and did not mind the wait. He rolled his eyes and sighed and said "Fine! I'll clean a table just for you" Sorry you had to do your job, bro! Other than that, the bar tenders and the wait staff were all super friendly. The gift shop got our pocket books good but it was all totally worth it. Can't wait to return.

Kimberly H 2023 Nov 09

Been here a few times, prefer the downstairs bar, weekends this place is jam packed, expect over an hour for a table to eat upstairs in the replica bar. The downstairs bar does not look like the show FYI. Gift shop is expensive. Food and drinks were great! Bar tending staff was great, server was very slow and not very attentive, everyone else was a blast and tons of fun. Very tiny bathroom. But clean. Highly recommend, and will probably return.

Glen Trebilcock 2023 Oct 15

Horrible customer service; the waitress picked up a battle with the guests in my table over the number of credit cards allowed to split the bill, AFTER we had spent over $400 for a party of 8.
Business owners must understand that customers have dining choices, and they must train their employees not to fight with them. Especially not at $50+ per person.
Good food, not great. Beautiful gift shop inside.

Robert Starnes 2023 Oct 02

The place where everybody knows your name...for real! Tables are so close that when you bump into someone you apologize and ask their names. But it's a great place to see and won't be disappointed. Relives the 80's or start new memories in the heart of Boston. The food is great. The service is great. The prices vary by what you order but well worth it too. And if a fan, don't forget to buy a souvenir...I did!

Dennis s 2023 Sep 23

The outside view of this bar is the only thing used in the TV show of the same name, but it is the most famous bar in Boston. Inside are several rooms filled mostly with tourists, and some souvenir areas. They do serve halfway decent bar food and draft beer. The service was a bit slow due to a lack of servers, but we managed. There are too many other great bars in town, but if you must, go for it.

Lexi Haddock 2023 Sep 11

Iconic! We were lucky and got a table with only out a ten minute wait. This place is so my fun with show memorabilia everywhere. The food was excellent! We shared a clam chowder. Yum.
I had the fish and chips which was excellent. My companion had the Reuben delicious! We drank a variety of drinks… to include Sam Adams… must do in Boston! And the cocktail Screaming Viking, which was like a day at the beach!

I loved the show and I loved having the experience of eating here. It was definitely an added bonus that the food was actually awesome.