7 Places in Boston Where You Can Read & Grab a Drink
When:
Sunday, Jan 01, 2023 12:00p -
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 10:00p
Sunday, Jan 01, 2023 12:00p -
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 10:00p
Where:
Boston
Surrounding Areas
Boston, MA
Admission:
$Varies
Categories:
Drinks
Event website:
https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/
Boston is both an educational hub and a hot spot for haute cuisine. Luckily, you can have the best of both worlds at these venues where you can pick up a new book and enjoy it over a glass of wine or a craft cocktail.
by Celina Colby
Maproom Tea Lounge at Boston Public Library
Where: Back Bay
Info: Yes, the Boston Public Library has a bar in it. We are that serious about our studies here in Boston. At the Maproom Tea Lounge you can crack open a new library book while sampling cocktails named for famous books and authors.
Where: Somerville
Info: Swing by Wild Child in Bow Market to peruse books about food, wine, and culinary trends as well as a selection of natural wines. They often offer wine tastings on site, or you can take your book over to Nook cocktail bar (also in Bow Market) to enjoy a unique drink.
Where: Jamaica Plain
Info: Tres Gatos is the best of all possible worlds. In the back of the space you’ll find a small but well-stocked bookstore and record shop, in the front you’ll find an innovative tapas restaurant with a robust craft cocktail and wine list. What book pairs best with a Spanish red?
Where: Beacon Hill
Info: Enjoy European-inspired ambiance, delicious shared plates, and literature inspired cocktails at this new restaurant in The Boston Athenaeum. The historic private library has plenty of unique reads to accent your meal.
The Library Lounge at Yvonne’s
Where: Downtown
Info: Inspired by speakeasies and supper clubs of yore, Yvonne’s is a trendy dining and nightlife spot. The vintage books lining the Library Lounge serve a dual purpose, Instagram inspiration and reading material.
Where: Newbury Street
Info: Trident is a favorite for students and professionals alike. The cozy bookstore and cafe features a wide selection of new releases and old favorites, an extensive food menu, and a beer and wine list. They’re also home to a great events scene, you may recognize the name from our trivia roundup.
Where: Beacon Hill
Info: Beacon Hill Books & Cafe boasts not only exciting new reads, but also a menu crafted by Chef Colleen Suhanosky. Enjoy afternoon tea, a latte, or a glass of wine in the calming outdoor garden while diving into your latest novel.
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Photo: Map Room Tea Lounge at the Boston Public Library
