From the country's oldest continuously operating tavern to rock, hip-hop, and punk dance clubs, Boston offers visitors and locals a great time after dark. Following are just a few highlights of the many bars, taverns, nightclubs, and dance clubs to which convention attendees can 'retire' after a long day of professional development.
BACK BAY
The swanky bar to see and be seen in is at City- Bar in the Lenox Hotel. It features a lengthy drink menu including incredible martinis, single malts, ports, and wines. Be sure to dress to impress, www.lenoxhotel.com/boston-restaurants .html. 710 Boylston Street.
A night of dancing entails a trip to Saint, serving up funk, soul, and R&B music. A fun atmosphere showcases three distinct areas, one being the 'Living Room' with Back Bay's first bed (for lounging). Be prepared for the pricey drinks and food. Tip: No hats, T-shirts, or sneakers please, www .saintnitery.com. 90 Exeter Street.
One of the hottest clubs in Boston known for celebrity appearances is Gypsy Bar. This chic spot is lined with swank leather booths and aquarium tanks of jelly fish. Tip: No baseball hats, sneakers, work boots, or athletic wear. www. gypsybarboston.com. ll6 Boylston Street.
KENMORE/FENWAY
Voted Best Lounge 2007, the Foundation Lounge hotel bar is sophisticated with modern design and trendy drinks and food. Tip: 'Torch Tues days' feature live interpretations of hits of the 30's, 40 's, and 50 's, 7:30-ll:30 p.m. www.thefoundationlounge.co m. 500 Commonwealth Avenue.
Tequila Rain is a college student hotspot that is known for its 'Spring Break 52 weeks a year.' Choose from the Tex-Mex food and margaritas, sports game watching, or subterranean dance floor. Tip: No tank tops, sneakers, or hats after 8:00 p.m. www .tequilarainboston.com. 7 Lans downe Street.
Another good choice outside Fenway Park is Jake Ivory's, featuring dueling pianos. Enjoy a night of singing and dancing with classic entertainment from pop to hip-hop to rock favorites. Tip: Be sure to get there early to get a seat if you don't want to dance all night, www.jakeivorysboston. com. L Lans downe Street.
QUlNCY MARKET/FANEUIL HALL/WATERFRONT
Ned Devine's is an Irish pub like you've never seen. Two floors contain Ned Devine's, Par ris Lounge, and Parris nightclub to serve your eating and dancing needs, www .neddevinesboston.com/neddevines. 250 Quincy Market Building.
America's oldest continuously operating tavern, The Bell-in-Hand Tavern, has two floors with five bars to listen to local bands and DJ's. The tavern has a full service restaurant that is a great place for groups, www.bellinhand.com. 45-55 Union Street.
McFadden's Restaurant and Saloon is a modern sports bar by day and a stylish dance club by night. Offers Irish American cuisine and two floors with DJ's that never disappoint. Tip: Get there early on weekends as the line can get long, www.mcfaddensboston.com. L48 State Street.
Want a homey feeling bar? Visit The Living Room, where there are plush, pillowy bar couches to enjoy at this highend lounge. Serving up excellent cocktails and martinis, and a really good menu and snacks. Tip: Appetizers are halfprice on weekdays 5:00-7:00 p.m. www.thelivingroom boston.com. lol Atlantic Avenue.
SOUTH END
The Beehive features an eclectic assortment of live music, from jazz to cabaret, on most nights. This artsy venue serves a menu with a Mediterranean feel, and was voted Over30' s Singles Scene 2008. Tip: Head over there for weekend brunch with live music lo:30 a.m.-3:oo p.m. www.beehive boston.com. 54L Tremont Street.
28degrees is a chic and flashy bar/lounge that appeals to the glamorous crowd of Boston. DJ's spin a blend of down tempo, jazzy, soulful, and cross-generational music nightly. www.28degrees-boston.com. L Appleton Street.
BEACON HILL
Alibi Bar and Lounge at the Liberty Hotel is set inside the old drunk tank of the former Charles Street Jail. Enjoy a signature cocktail such as the Jailbait (pomegranate mojito) or Doing Thyme (gin, blueberry, apple cider, and thyme). www.alibiboston.com. 2L5 Charles Street.
Want a place to visit where everyone knows your name? You don't want to miss the inspiration for the legendary sitcom, Cheers. This restaurant/bar and souvenir shop contains usual pub food with cheap prices. Tip: Be prepared that the outside resembles the TV show, but the interior is quite different, www.cheersboston.com/index_bh.htm. 84 Beacon Street.
FINANCIAL DISTRICT
Revolution Rock Bar is a bar, lounge, and restaurant that has two floors allowing for multiple live entertainment options. Live music and DJ's play a range of Alternative, Rock, Classic Rock, and Punk Rock, www.revoultionrockbar.com. 200 High Street.
THEATER DISTRICT
Can't make up your mind about what you are in the mood for? Felt features a restaurant, billiards, nightclub, and lounge. It is a great place for groups, offering four floors of entertainment. www.feltclubboston.com. 533 Washington Street.
Whiskey Park is the first Boston property of swank nightclub mogul Rande Gerber. Located in the Park Plaza Hotel, this intimate and stylish lounge attracts an upscale crowd (including local pro athletes!), www.bostonpark plaza.com/whiskeypark.shtml. 64 Arlington Street.
