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The Boston Ale House, Boston, MA

The Boston Ale House

4.3
4.3
125 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively

Upscale sports bar featuring over 27 TVs, outside dinning with a fire pit, large bar, high top tables, comfortable booths, and a private function room.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Sports Bar, Burgers
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 15:00–01:00 Fri 11:30–01:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00
  • Phone number
    (617) 477-3298
  • Website
    https://bostonalehousegroup.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Boston Ale House offers a private dining area that has the ability to seat 40 people.

Menu

Shareables

  • CalamariUS$16.00

    Banana peppers, zucchini, summer squash, chili sauce, and marinara

    • Potato Skins**US$14.00

      Potatoes, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, scallions, sour cream

      • Dori's Dirty FriesUS$18.00

        House spiced French fries, BBQ pulled pork, bell peppers and onions, cheddar cheese, fresh jalapenos

        • Guinness BBQ Pulled Pork SlidersUS$16.00

          Pickled red onions, dill pickles, Cabot cheddar, brioche roll

          • Whipped Feta**US$16.00

            Mint gremolata, citrus oil, honey, pistachio dukkah, served with grilled sourdough

            • Buffalo Chicken Dip**US$15.00

              Shredded chicken, house made buffalo, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and blue cheese, served with corn tortilla chips

              • Ale House Nachos**US$12.00

                Pickled red onions, guacamole, chipotle ranch, fresh jalapenos, cheddar cheese sauce, corn tortilla chips

                • Bah FricklesUS$10.00

                  Fried dill pickle chips, sriracha aioli

                  • Mozzarella SticksUS$12.00

                    Homemade fresh mozzarella sticks, marinara sauce

                    • Pretzel SticksUS$9.00

                      Honey dijon and Guinness cheese sauce

                      • Ale House Pig Candy**US$9.00

                        Candied bacon strips

                        • Bone-In and Boneless Chicken Wings**US$16.00

                          Chipotle BBQ, Honey Old Bay, Buffalo, Ale BBQ, Sweet Chili

                          Salads and Soups

                          All Salads: Grilled Chicken $6, Salmon/Blackened $12, Shrimp $12, Steak Tips* $10

                          • French Onion SoupUS$12.00

                            Smoked bacon, cider, Swiss cheese, and garlic crouton

                            • Caesar Salad**US$13.00

                              Rosemary focaccia crisp, house made Caesar dressing, shaved parmesan

                              • Wedge Salad**US$15.00

                                Iceberg wedge, crispy bacon, cherry tomatoes, shaved red onion, blue cheese dressing

                                • Cobb Salad**US$14.00

                                  Mixed greens, crispy bacon, avocado, corn, cucumbers, red onions, hard-boiled egg, carrots, tomatoes, choice of dressing

                                  • Greek Salad**US$14.00

                                    Romaine and iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, onions, tomatoes, house made oregano dressing

                                    • Tomato, Peach and Burrata Salad**US$14.00

                                      Fresh cherries, peach slices, cherry tomatoes, burrata, and a tart apple vinaigrette

                                      Handhelds

                                      All served w/ French fries substitute parmesan fries for an additional $2

                                      • Paigey's Veggie Burger**US$16.00

                                        Corn and sweet potato relish, sriracha aioli, mixed greens, and cheddar cheese

                                        • Lobster "BLT" Panini**

                                          Fresh lobster salad, bacon, arugula, tomato, and saffron aioli

                                          • MKT

                                        • Fried Fish SandwichUS$17.00

                                          Crispy white flounder filet, green leaf, pickles, red onions, dill tartar sauce

                                          • 1885 Ale House Burger**US$18.00

                                            Wagyu beef, gorgonzola dolce, prosciutto crisp, pickled red onions, special sauce, green leaf

                                            • Grilled Chicken PaniniUS$16.00

                                              Green leaf, cheddar cheese, aged balsamic, sourdough

                                              • Reuben Sandwich**US$16.00

                                                Marbled rye, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and house Thousand Island

                                                • "Almost Famous" Grilled Chicken Sandwich**US$17.00

                                                  Charred mustard chicken, fennel basil slaw, tomatoes, and dijonnaise

                                                  • "The Pipes" Centre St Burger* **US$17.00

                                                    Wagyu beef, cheddar cheese, green leaf, tomatoes, and red onion

                                                    • Tex Mex Burger**US$18.00

                                                      Wagyu beef, cheddar cheese, green leaf, avocado, caramelized onions, spicy mayo, and fresh jalapenos

                                                      Ale House Pizzas

                                                      Gluten Free Dough Available

                                                      • Margherita

                                                        Fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, EVOO, balsamic glaze

                                                        • 10 InchUS$14.00

                                                      • Pepperoni

                                                        Pepperoni, San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, chili flakes

                                                        • 10 InchUS$16.00

                                                      • Plain Jane

                                                        San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella

                                                        • 10 InchUS$12.00

                                                      • Salsiccia

                                                        San Marzano tomatoes, Italian sausage, spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, basil

                                                        • 10 InchUS$17.00

                                                      • Fun Guy

                                                        Roasted wild mushrooms, mozzarella, arugula, truffle oil

                                                        • 10 InchUS$17.00

                                                      • Hawaiian

                                                        San Marzano tomatoes, ham, pineapple, and mozzarella

                                                        • 10 InchUS$15.00

                                                      • Buffalo Chicken Pizza

                                                        Buffalo sauce base, choice of fried or grilled chicken, shredded mozzarella cheese, topped with blue cheese dressing and shredded celery

                                                        • 10 InchUS$16.00

                                                      Entrees

                                                      • Ale House Mac & Cheese**US$16.00

                                                        Cavatelli pasta, bacon, and caramelized onions, garlic breadcrumbs

                                                        • Pan Roasted Scallops**

                                                          Basil pesto risotto, parmesan

                                                          • MKT

                                                        • 14oz NY Strip* **US$37.00

                                                          14oz strip, mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, served with a red wine steak sauce

                                                          • Chicken ParmesanUS$25.00

                                                            Breaded chicken thinly sliced chicken breast, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and rigatoni pasta

                                                            • A&E "Fish & Chips"US$22.00

                                                              Crispy beer battered flounder, fries, house made tarter sauce, and cole slaw

                                                              • Pan Roasted Cod**US$26.00

                                                                White wine & tomato basil sauce, sauteed spinach, crispy fingerling potatoes

                                                                • Jill's Vegetable Stir Fry**US$16.00

                                                                  Red and green peppers, zucchini, summer squash, mushrooms, white onions, house made stir fry sauce

                                                                  • Shrimp Scampi**US$24.00

                                                                    Sauteed shrimp, cherry tomatoes, sauteed spinach, white wine, garlic, parmesan cheese

                                                                    • Blackened SalmonUS$27.00

                                                                      Blackened Salmon with choice of vegetable and rice pilaf

                                                                      • Garlic Butter Steak Tips* **US$28.00

                                                                        Steak tips, mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus

                                                                        Sides

                                                                        • Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Shallots & Bacon**US$14.00

                                                                          • Mashed Potato or Baked Potato**US$7.00

                                                                            • French Fries**US$7.00

                                                                              • Truffle Fries**US$12.00

                                                                                • Parmesan Fries**US$9.00

                                                                                  • House Salad**US$6.00

                                                                                    • Seasonal Vegetable Medley**US$6.00

                                                                                      • Load Baked or Mashed Potato**US$9.00

                                                                                        Loaded with cheese, bacon, scallion sour cream

                                                                                        • Cheesy Risotto**US$8.00

                                                                                          • Basil Pesto Risotto**US$8.00

                                                                                            • Grilled Asparagus**US$9.00

                                                                                              • Cole Slaw**US$5.00

                                                                                                Desserts

                                                                                                • Ice Creams by the Scoop**US$3.00

                                                                                                  Vanilla, Strawberry, Chocolate, Crunchy Peanut Butter, Espresso

                                                                                                  • Peanut Butter ExplosionUS$12.00

                                                                                                    Chocolate cookie crumb crust, peanut butter mousse, topped with peanuts, peanut butter cups and chocolate glaze. Served with peanut butter ice cream

                                                                                                    • Raspberry Lemon DropUS$9.00

                                                                                                      Yellow sponge cake, lemon mousse, raspberry preserve, and white chocolate curls

                                                                                                      • Boston Crème BombUS$12.00

                                                                                                        Rich chocolate bomb layered with milk chocolate and Boston crème filling

                                                                                                        • Lil' Red VelvetUS$10.00

                                                                                                          Red velvet cake, sweet cream cheese filling, dark chocolate chips

                                                                                                          • Chocolate Cake**US$9.00

                                                                                                            Silky chocolate ganache, whipped cream, vanilla ice cream

                                                                                                            • The Blue New YorkerUS$9.00

                                                                                                              New York Style cheesecake, with blueberry compote

                                                                                                              Last updated: 16 September 2022

                                                                                                              What 125 people are saying

                                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                              4.3
                                                                                                              4.3 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                              • 4.1Food
                                                                                                              • 4.4Service
                                                                                                              • 4.3Ambience
                                                                                                              • 4.1Value

                                                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                              Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                                              • Greater Boston

                                                                                                                Great for brunch

                                                                                                              • Greater Boston

                                                                                                                Innovative

                                                                                                              • Greater Boston

                                                                                                                Romantic

                                                                                                              • Boston

                                                                                                                Great for brunch

                                                                                                              • Boston

                                                                                                                Innovative

                                                                                                              • Boston

                                                                                                                Hot spot

                                                                                                              • Boston

                                                                                                                Romantic

                                                                                                              Review summary

                                                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                              The Boston Ale House offers a lively sports bar ambiance with "generous portions" and "excellent crispy batter" for fish & chips. Guests relish a diverse menu with standout items like the "house made veggie burger." While live music and attentive staff enhance the experience, some service inconsistencies exist.

                                                                                                              125 Reviews

                                                                                                              1. Michael VIP

                                                                                                                Greater Boston42 reviews

                                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                We both had burgers which were delicious and cooked to our specifications. Not as good as just out of the water, the fish & chips were also delicious. They also has a great selection of beer. Our server knew exactly what she was doing. She was very friendly, knowledgeable about the beers and very attentive but not overbearing.

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                                                                                                              2. J

                                                                                                                Greater Boston7 reviews

                                                                                                                2.0

                                                                                                                Dined on 23 February 2025

                                                                                                                1. Overall 2
                                                                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                My experience was fair. Food was alright and have never ordered toast and only got 1 slice. My cocktail wasn't a cocktail. Tasted like water and juice. My friend's espresso martini sucked. We returned our drinks. The plus was the band, which is why I came here. I don't plan to go there again.

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                                                                                                              3. Steve

                                                                                                                Greater Boston5 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                Dined on 23 February 2025

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                We attended the Reggae Brunch and it was awesome a must try next time around

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                                                                                                              4. Mark

                                                                                                                Greater Boston11 reviews

                                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                                Dined on 11 January 2025

                                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                The Boston Ale House was good. I went with a buddy and we sat at the bar. I had a cranberry margarita and my friend had a captain and diet and both drinks were good. For food, I got the tuna poke bowl which I really liked. My friend had the salmon and asked for it cooked medium rare but he felt it was over cooked. I’ve had the salmon before and didn’t specify the temperature and it was good with the “default” temperature. There was a football game on the many TVs, some huge, so it was a pretty lively crowd. Bartenders were good and friendly enough. It’s a big open space with large windows looking out at Center St. in West Roxbury. It’s a nice place. Overall a fun night and I would definitely recommend it.

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                                                                                                              5. Kathryn

                                                                                                                Central Coast10 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                Dined on 5 January 2025

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Exceptional food and reasonable prices. Live music on Saturday nights. Our server was fantastic.

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                                                                                                              6. Erin VIP

                                                                                                                Milwaukee5 reviews

                                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                                Dined on 4 January 2025

                                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                We go here regularly - the food this time was meh. The chowder was very thin and steak tips were overcooked. The service was pleasant but food and drinks took quite a long time to come out considering it wasn’t very busy. I’m sure we’ll be back but it can be hit or miss.

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                                                                                                              7. Nitza

                                                                                                                Greater Boston2 reviews

                                                                                                                2.0

                                                                                                                Dined on 30 December 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 2
                                                                                                                2. Food 2
                                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                This restaurant had a nice ambiance, however I was unmoved by the food. The food had great presentation but the food was pretty bland all around. We had four members in our party and neither of them were moved. The only thing I really enjoyed was the dessert otherwise I would pass on this restaurant option in the future.

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                                                                                                              8. Stephanie

                                                                                                                Greater Boston7 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                Dined on 27 December 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                Great food for our first date night in a long time!

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                                                                                                              9. Pablo VIP

                                                                                                                Greater Boston9 reviews

                                                                                                                3.0

                                                                                                                Dined on 15 December 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                                                3. Service 3
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                This last visit was a mixed bag. The Old Fashion cocktails were so dilute that we sent them back (I forgot to check if we were charged for them). Beer list is decent. The salmon, fish and chips, and pickle chips were very good: the nachos and potato skins less so. The clam chowder was ok, but the clams were on the tough side and it had a slightly fishy taste. Service was slow that night (a Sunday) and the football games were on at top volume.

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                                                                                                              10. Christine VIP

                                                                                                                Greater Boston29 reviews

                                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                                Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                The service and everything was good I would highly recommend this place. The waiter would always check in to make sure we always had what we needed

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                                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                                              The Boston Ale House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 477-3298.

                                                                                                              The Boston Ale House is rated 4.3 stars by 125 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                              2 people
                                                                                                              19:00
                                                                                                              Booked 24 times today

                                                                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                              Google Map for The Boston Ale House

                                                                                                              1885 Centre St, Boston, MA 02132-1947

                                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                                              • Area
                                                                                                                West Roxbury
                                                                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                Daily 15:00–01:00 Fri 11:30–01:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00
                                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                                $30 and under
                                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                                American, Sports Bar, Burgers
                                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                                Casual Dining
                                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                                Business Casual
                                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                                Street Parking
                                                                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                                Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan
                                                                                                              • Website
                                                                                                                https://bostonalehousegroup.com/
                                                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                                                (617) 477-3298
                                                                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                Boston Ale House offers a private dining area that has the ability to seat 40 people.
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