The Hawthorne is closed.
We appreciate all the memories, good times, great drinks, and friendly faces that graced us over our eight years in service to the community near and far.
See you on the other side... ❤️
Welcome friends!
We believe in the transformative power of conviviality and the idea that art, music and strong drink can lubricate our consciousness for new possibilities.
Our endeavor is to be a part of the continuum of bar, saloon, and tavern as a hot bed of revolution, intellectual discourse and romantic pursuit.
Welcome to The Hawthorne and to the time-honored rituals of communion, revelry and the strengthening of the bonds of family and friendship.
Cheers!
"The Bookmark"
Week of March 11th
Private Events
The Hawthorne offers several unique spaces that are perfect for an intimate celebration as well as a corporate event. Working with our Private Events kitchen we offer a wide variety of food items, from passed hors d'oeuvres to housemade charcuterie. Our staff will also happily curate a custom beverage menu for your party from our extensive menu of signature cocktails, fine wine, and great beer. Please fill out the inquiry form below and our events staff will contact you within 48 hours.
The Stone Room
The Stone Room provides the quintessential Hawthorne experience, and is able to be sequestered completely from the rest of the bar. Your party will have its own dedicated bar and bartender, right in the room. Everything from a few snacks to passed hors d'oeuvres can be ordered from our Private Events kitchen. The Stone Room is the ideal space for parties of 20 to 40 people.
The Mezzanine
A semi-private space situated near The Hawthorne's entrance, The Mezzanine overlooks the main bar area as well as The Patio. It is perfect for standing receptions of up to 20 guests with some comfortable seating. Food may be pre-ordered from our Private Events menu as well as from our regular food menu. Additionally, we are happy to curate a drink list catered to the occasion.
The Den
The Den is a cozy, semi-private space within the main bar area. It is perfect for small gatherings of up to 15 guests. Food may be pre-ordered from our Private Events menu as well as from our regular food menu. Additionally, we are happy to curate a drink list catered to the occasion.
Full Buyout
A full buyout of our space gives you unfettered access to our entire bar for up to 150 guests. Custom beverage menus, staff entirely dedicated to your party, and an expansive selection of food from our Private Events kitchen will make your gathering a unique and special occasion, whether a corporate reception, wedding, or milestone birthday.
Marina Simic
Bartender
Grace Ghazey Rolfe
Bartender
John Rodriguez
Bartender
Michael Pando
Bartender
Press
Nominee: World's Best Spirits Selection
Tales of the Cocktail
Couples in Boston often visit The Hawthorne for unique cocktails in a sophisticated, but comfortable, setting. It’s a great place to meet for a first date or to take your special someone for a memorable evening of sipping on specialty concoctions and eating high-end appetizers. In addition to cocktails created with fresh ingredients, The Hawthorne offers an impressive list of wines and craft beers perfect for any palette.
Editor's Choice Award
DatingAdvice.com
Couples in Boston often visit The Hawthorne for unique cocktails in a sophisticated, but comfortable, setting. It’s a great place to meet for a first date or to take your special someone for a memorable evening of sipping on specialty concoctions and eating high-end appetizers. In addition to cocktails created with fresh ingredients, The Hawthorne offers an impressive list of wines and craft beers perfect for any palette.
Boston's Best Bartender 2018
The Improper Bostonian
Jackson Cannon’s classy Kenmore Square speakeasy boasts an abundance of bartenders with the essential combination of technical chops and frictionless hospitality that characterizes the best craft cocktail bars. Saladino is a star among stars here, a blur of compact motion and economical energy who somehow manages to make each customer feel personally attended to and cared for. After nearly seven years in business, the Hawthorne is still the real deal, and Saladino is its paragon.
Best of Boston 2019 Reader's Poll
Boston Magazine
You voted, and voted, and voted some more. Here are the results of our 2019 Best of Boston Readers’ Poll.
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We'll be back in touch in short order.For any private event requests or reservations for more than 10 guests, please see information above and use this inquiry form.- Hours & Location
500A Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
Open nightly from 4:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
We take reservations online, by phone, or by email for parties up to 10 guests until 9:00 p.m.
For larger parties, semiprivate and private events, please see our Private Events information above.
Walk-ins are always welcome, however during peak periods we may hold a wait list at the door on a first-come, first-serve basis for both seated and standing space inside the bar.