The Red Hat

This is one of those places I didn’t realize I needed in my life until I found it. It has the vibe of a college bar, but with cleaner bathrooms and more attentive waitstaff. The place itself is what you’d expect: divey with a diverse crowd and a bit rowdy if a sports game is on.The location is great! They’re right in the financial district by City Hall and Fanueil, so if you’re trying to get away from tourist-central and overpriced drinks, head this way. You’ll find $19 pitchers of Blue Moon, $7.50 oak and cokes, and a menu with the pub food you’re craving.Tip: there’s an upstairs and downstairs, but the upstairs tends to be quieter!

I had the shrimp scampi and my boyfriend had the shrimp stir fry which which both came with generous portions of 5 huge jumbo shrimp and a lot of pasta and shrimp respectively. They were both DELICIOUS! *Especially* for the bargain price!! Don't judge this book by its cover - it may look like just another hole-in-the-wall bar, but this is a hidden gem. Kim was our waitress/bartender and she was super attentive and accommodating without crowding us, she was so great! We will definitely come back the next time we visit!

Love this place, really great bar for watching a game and enjoying some cheap wings and beer. Spots can be hard to find when busy, but overall a great bar atmosphere.