Backbar
Cocktail bar · Somerville ·
Creative cocktails & eclectic bar snacks in a street art–adorned space
Creative cocktails & eclectic bar snacks in a street art–adorned space
"A Union Square cocktail destination recommended for inventive cocktails and as part of a larger circuit of notable bars in the area, offering craft-focused drinks in a neighborhood setting." - Erika Adams
"In the heart of Union Square, down a hallway accessed from a driveway that leads into a back parking lot, Somerville’s hidden piece of cocktail heaven awaits. The supremely cozy-yet-trendy Backbar follows in Drink’s footsteps with bartenders ready to stir up a drink based on the drinker’s whim, but there’s also an ever-changing menu full of much to explore." - Erika Adams
"Backbar has long been the cocktail spot in the heart of Union Square. Tucked away in the alley behind Bronwyn, Backbar is all underground vibes, with a hodgepodge of decor like the head of a golden eagle overlooking the bar and murals paying tribute to pop-culture icons from Hayao Mizayaki to Star Wars. Make sure to sit at the bar, where you can watch the bartenders mixing, shaking, and stirring seasonal cocktails in a seamless commotion. Pro tip: While Backbar almost always has a line, you can skip it by reserving a ticket to an event, from an exploration of Chinese baijiu to a nerdy Halloween party." - Nathan Tavares
"Back Bar in Union Square has couches, books, and Star Wars memorabilia in addition to excellent cocktails, so you might be able to convince yourself you’re still in your apartment. But unless your apartment also has rum sours with a hint of Mexican chocolate, Back Bar is probably better." - dan secatore
"There are cocktail bars where you feel out of place if you’re not wearing summer wedding attire and discussing your upcoming trip to Tulum, and then there’s Backbar. At this speakeasy behind Field & Vine you’ll feel like you should be wearing jeans and a hoodie because you’re just hanging out in the living room of a friend - one who just happens to be design-conscious, obsessed with Star Wars, and makes fantastic cocktails. If you like to drink, you need to come here for things like the Golden Eagle, a highball with tequila, mezcal, orange, lime, and cinnamon." - dan secatore
