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Scholars American Bistro and Cocktail Lounge

Scholars American Bistro and Cocktail Lounge

Bistro and Bar$$$$
Downtown Boston, Boston
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    Greg B.
    "Great beer selection!!"(4 Tips)
    Sabrina M.
    "Nice atmosphere w/ the jazz band"(2 Tips)
    DJ S.
    "Best new billiards spot in the downtown area."(3 Tips)
    Katy F.
    "Fried oyster special is heavenly."(2 Tips)
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  • Rob H.heart icon on user image
    Rob HavasyMay 13, 2015
    Has a place for everyone, from a crowded bar to game tables to comfortable, intimate seating. Should be comfortable regardless of who you're with and whatever you're doing.
  • Jason H.
    Jason HopperApril 6, 2015
    The food was excellent. The mac & cheese was probably the best I've ever had. Our waitress was friendly but didn't know the draft beer menu and also had no idea they didn't have brats today.
  • Sofia P.
    Sofia PapastamelosApril 10, 2015
    Huge place. I like how there are different levels and a billiards room so you can decide whether you what to dance and be loud or opt for more of a lounge setting.
  • Thrillist
    ThrillistSeptember 20, 2011
    Educate yourself by trying every craft cocktail listed under "The Home Room", such as the Compass, with Cold River Blueberry Vodka, basil, syrup, and fresh lemon juice to help you find your way. Read more
  • Gianna N.heart icon on user image
    Gianna NebbiaFebruary 10, 2017
    Their sandwiches are so tasty- the bread is so soft and fluffy. 😋 they have a great cocktail selection too
  • Cherry G.heart icon on user image
    Cherry GomezNovember 21, 2013
    Best food bar none I love the cheese if you like cheese u will love this
  • Amanda H.
    Amanda HurleyJune 28, 2012
    You must try The New Cuban- perfectly refreshing for summer. Rum, basil, sparkle wine, Ginger
  • Jacklyn B.
    Jacklyn BurganMay 25, 2014
    Get the Painkiller at brunch! You won't be sorry. The bloody is very spicy.
  • Sabrina M.
    Sabrina MJune 30, 2013
    Try the Eggs Benedict - Looks fantastic! Nice atmosphere w/ the jazz band, throwing a baby showe & they're very accommodating!
  • Matthew S.heart icon on user image
    Matthew SobocanJune 16, 2018
    Much history here to accompany your beer.
  • Jake S.
    Jake SmithDecember 16, 2011
    Great location, with a drink list to match. Avoid the after work crowd; you'll really get your money's worth if you go in the later evening.
  • Asma A.heart icon on user image
    Asma Al JailaniJune 3, 2014
    Their pizza is pretty unusual but yummy!
  • Hannah D.heart icon on user image
    Hannah DalkeJuly 19, 2016
    $10 cover after 10pm on weekends. Lines get very long so get there early
  • Taylor G.
    Taylor GreyJune 16, 2013
    Tasty fries. Although, I *did* order them with remoulade that never came... #firstworldproblems #potatoes
  • Gail G.
    Gail GSeptember 24, 2011
    Fun drinks. Loved "the painkiller". Coconut goodness. Also came here Fri night to check out the dance scene. It was so so.
  • Katy F.
    Katy FJune 30, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Fried oyster special is heavenly. As are the fried pickles (but really when are fried pickles ever NOT heavenly?)
  • Alberto S.heart icon on user image
    Alberto SimonJanuary 24, 2017
    Good vibe once inside but long line and wait.
  • Marcus J.heart icon on user image
    Marcus JasonMay 19, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Gotta try the fried pickles. All my other food experiences here have been very disappointing. Special requests were botched, sides forgotten
  • Calvin M.heart icon on user image
    Calvin MultanenDecember 8, 2015
    Big space. Decent selection of beers
  • Tanya G.heart icon on user image
    Tanya G.June 23, 2013
    Jazz band on 11-3 on Sundays! Amazing!
  • AJ S.heart icon on user image
    AJ ScaranoJuly 24, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Head upstairs for some great pool tables.
  • Becky
    BeckyJuly 22, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    order the za'atar flatbread (pine nuts, goat cheese, hummus, labneh). eat.
  • Emmet's Irish Pub
    Emmet's Irish PubAugust 10, 2013
    Great for after work & weekend partying
  • Emily B.
    Emily BaerJuly 7, 2014
    Absolute boston tea party is fantastic!
  • Becky
    BeckySeptember 23, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    want to get hit on by shirt & tie guys? the bar downstairs is the place to be.
  • Rosemary C.
    Rosemary Callahan-GrayFebruary 3, 2012
    The Strawberry Miller is very interesting, definitely something different!
  • Allison K.heart icon on user image
    Allison KaminskiJanuary 3, 2015
    Large space and great crowd!
  • Justin B.
    Justin BragaSeptember 23, 2012
    New rule: Do NOT wear sneakers! So lame. Not high class enough for that rule.
  • Rene B.
    Rene BlackburnSeptember 25, 2011
    80s music? it's a cool place except the music doesn't match the atmosphere and decor.
  • Dru C.
    Dru CollinsJuly 3, 2011
    Try the Movie Star. It's like a gin mojito...or a salad.
  • Michael R.heart icon on user image
    Michael RichardsonJune 21, 2012
    Very Allergy friendly. . . Chef Michael took good Clare of me!
  • Melody T.
    Melody TranSeptember 24, 2011
    All their cocktails are absolutely delicious!
  • Marc P.
    Marc PitmanJune 6, 2012
    Great beer selection but I wish I had Bose noise canceling headphones
  • Jill K.
    Jill KronbergAugust 26, 2011
    Pork tacos on the bar menu...to DIE for!!!
  • DJ S.
    DJ SwitzMay 31, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Best new billiards spot in the downtown area. Read more
  • Chris H.
    Chris HarrisJuly 14, 2011
    Try the fried oyster salad with chicharrones.
  • Brooks F.
    Brooks FinneganMarch 30, 2012
    Thursday nights...all bets are off. Veni Vidi Vichi. Good times.
  • Peggy C.
    Peggy ChenApril 22, 2012
    go around 3PM.. try the meatloaf
  • Dave T.
    Dave TheranOctober 20, 2012
    Try the Bayou Bloody!
  • Katie T.
    Katie TammaroAugust 8, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Ask to be seated with carson. She's adorable.
  • Naveen R.
    Naveen RajanFebruary 1, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Drifter pale ale is very good
  • Monika N.
    Monika NessbachAugust 19, 2011
    The oysters are really good!
  • ᴡ H.
    ᴡ HahnSeptember 15, 2011
    Just ordered but already have to post that they have the best soundtrack ever.
  • Guido S.
    Guido SteinApril 29, 2011
    Walk all the way through and play some pool overlooking pi alley
  • Cornelius H.
    Cornelius HJuly 9, 2011
    Order a Whiskey Smash.
  • Greg B.
    Greg BDecember 12, 2011
    Great beer selection!!
  • Helene
    HeleneMay 19, 2013
    The Saturday night dj.... Really?
  • Medezboz
    MedezbozNovember 17, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The weekend bouncers here are literally the worst in Boston. Completely unnecessarily rude and mean EVERY SINGLE TIME. Bartenders are great though
  • Veronica C.
    Veronica C.October 8, 2011
    Good drinking spot but their band sucks. I do better in karaoke.
  • Austra Z.
    Austra ZubkovsJune 15, 2011
    Delicious curly fries!
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