"If camping were allowed on the Esplanade, we’d pitch a tent next to the Owl’s Nest all summer so we’d never have to leave. Sure, we wouldn’t have the best personal hygiene, but who cares about a few deer ticks when you have beers from one of the city’s best breweries and rotating food at your tent flap? Don’t let summer slip away until you’ve spent at least one evening here as the sun sets on the Charles." - joel ang, dan secatore
"If camping were allowed on the Esplanade, we’d pitch a tent next to the Owl’s Nest all summer so we’d never have to leave. Sure, we wouldn’t have the best personal hygiene, but who cares about a few deer ticks when you have beers from one of the city’s best breweries and rotating food at your tent flap? Don’t let summer slip away until you’ve spent at least one evening here as the sun sets on the Charles. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists." - Team Infatuation
"Night Shift Beer Garden Esplanade is a prime spot from which to view the fireworks and throw back a few craft brews. The sprawling space accommodates 400 people at a time, so even if there is a line to get in, chances are that it will move quickly."
"Elsewhere for some elixirs al fresco, Night Shift Brewing reopened their beer gardens on the Esplanade." - Nathan Tavares
"Located along the Esplanade (between Berkeley and Clarendon streets), this Night Shift beer garden offers Charles River views; an assortment of beers, hard seltzers, wine, and other drinks; and food from Brato Brewhouse. Outside food is also permitted. Unlike the Everett location (see above), this location is not currently dog-friendly. No reservations." - Rachel Leah Blumenthal