Best Bars in Boston to Meet People When You're Going Out Solo

Wahlburgers offers pre-game cocktails and adult milkshakes near Fenway, though one reviewer found it quiet on a Saturday night.

“It was a Saturday night and the place was kind of quiet” — reviewers

At night, Yard House draws a lively beer-drinking crowd with loud music and pre- and post-game activity near Fenway.

“The place was packed with a 30 minute wait.” — reviewers

Reviewers describe a loud pub atmosphere with drinks, beer and a busy World Cup crowd, though none specifies nighttime activity.

“Walked in during the very busy World Cup” — reviewers

Lincoln has a busy pub atmosphere at night, with music, drinks and televised sports, though weekday noise levels vary.

“the place has a good energy, good music, beautiful people.” — reviewers

The restaurant has a polished but easy atmosphere, with wine-drinking guests, welcoming bartenders and a busy dinner crowd even on a Monday evening.

“For a Monday evening, it was quite busy.” — reviewers

Game On! offers a relaxed evening setting for drinks and socializing before or after a game.

“Great place to have a couple of beverages while you are waiting for the game to start.” — reviewers

Concert nights draw packed, high-energy crowds across multiple levels, with main-floor bars and moshing at some rock shows.

“Overall exciting venue, just gets a bit hot in temperature during packed performances.” — reviewers

The Black Rose has a lively, welcoming nighttime pub atmosphere with crowd-engaging live music and Guinness on tap.

“The live music was incredible, and I loved how the performers interacted with the crowd” — reviewers

At night, Beehive has live jazz and blues, quality cocktails, intimate brick-walled seating, and a younger weekend bar crowd after 10 pm.

“It gives a slightly speakeasy vibe - brick walls, intimate seating, side bar, quality drinks.” — reviewers

Reviewers describe a laid-back outdoor social scene with drinks, live music and lawn games, though none explicitly mentions nighttime visits.

“There’s usually music, games, and a good atmosphere with people enjoying the space.” — reviewers

Lincoln has a busy pub atmosphere at night, with music, drinks and televised sports, though weekday noise levels vary.

“the place has a good energy, good music, beautiful people.” — reviewers

Weekend evenings draw a busy, lingering pub crowd, with Guinness at the bar and Irish music.

“everyone was just there to have a great time and not moving” — reviewers

Concert nights draw packed, high-energy crowds across multiple levels, with main-floor bars and moshing at some rock shows.

“Overall exciting venue, just gets a bit hot in temperature during packed performances.” — reviewers

The Black Rose has a lively, welcoming nighttime pub atmosphere with crowd-engaging live music and Guinness on tap.

“The live music was incredible, and I loved how the performers interacted with the crowd” — reviewers

At night, Yard House draws a lively beer-drinking crowd with loud music and pre- and post-game activity near Fenway.

“The place was packed with a 30 minute wait.” — reviewers

Nights draw a lively drinks-and-tapas crowd with upbeat music, a sometimes loud bar, and outdoor seating for a calmer conversation.

“The music was upbeat, the crowd added to the excitement” — reviewers

Antico Forno has an extremely lively Friday-night dinner atmosphere with bar seating and strong demand for tables.

“The atmosphere was extremely lively” — reviewers

Bleacher Bar has a lively, sometimes packed social atmosphere with beer, shots, and views into Fenway Park.

“Super fun, excellent and quick service even when packed wall to wall.” — reviewers

Evenings are centered on relaxed group and family dinners, with cocktails at the bar and wine with meals.

“made the night feel celebratory and relaxed” — reviewers

Evenings bring a busy local dinner crowd to this harbor-side spot, with a loud but relaxed atmosphere and friendly socializing at the bar.

“It was a super cool, relaxed, loud atmosphere.” — reviewers

The Black Rose has a lively, welcoming nighttime pub atmosphere with crowd-engaging live music and Guinness on tap.

“The live music was incredible, and I loved how the performers interacted with the crowd” — reviewers

At night, Yard House draws a lively beer-drinking crowd with loud music and pre- and post-game activity near Fenway.

“The place was packed with a 30 minute wait.” — reviewers

Bell in Hand has a social tavern atmosphere with beers, a bar area, and evening energy that continues at 9 p.m.

“Bell in Hand is the kind of place where the party continues” — reviewers

Reviewers describe a relaxed, dinner-focused setting for evenings with friends, with cocktails and distinctive decor.

“Highly recommend this for nice relaxed meal.” — reviewers