The Grand Boston

I thought this place was an enjoyable visit. I can understand the many negative reviews, though. This is a place where they prefer you to get bottle service or vip. We bought tickets for a show which ended up freeing up more danceable space.

One of the top nightlife spots in Boston, The Grand sits atop the Scorpion Restaurant & Bar on the 3rd floor with a Vegas style atmosphere including a large VIP table footprint with world class Function One sound, a mesmerizing LED wall, and high end decor. Our friend and local legend Kaeno took us here on a show night to get a taste of the local club atmosphere and it was certainly lively with the dance floor filling up within 30 minutes of doors, and the room by midnight saw the bar side standing room completely filled. Beverage prices for 2x double vodka drinks rang in around $60, and the staff from the bottle service to security to bar were elegantly dressed and certainly hand picked for not only their professional service and skill but also their attractive physique.

Bartender didn't seem to know anything and definitely didn't have prices memorized. Zero personality and no smiles. Expensive drinks! But the lighting and ambiance was great!

My girlfriend and I attended the 50 Cent Club Appearance at The Grand. As an Lesbian couple, we usually feel safe and comfortable going out in Boston. Unfortunately, that was not our experience here. When entering through the main entrance, we noticed that security was conducting pat-downs for all guests they perceived as male. When it was our turn to head inside and wait for the elevator, the guard stopped my girlfriend and began to pat her down. Once they reached her chest and realized she was a woman, they abruptly stopped. She was visibly embarrassed, and the entire incident made our group uncomfortable for the rest of the night. One security guard muttered a brief “sorry about that,” but the damage was done. This outdated and sexist approach to security is unacceptable. If the goal is to ensure safety, there are more respectful and effective methods, like using metal detectors and applying the same screening process to all guests, regardless of sex or gender presentation. We won’t be returning, and we hope The Grand re-evaluates its policies to create a more inclusive and respectful environment for everyone.

Generally a good time, but there are a few things that really drag it down The drink prices are absolutely ridiculous. Any mixed drink is $20+, for example a vodka Red Bull is almost $24. Some of the bartenders are rude as hell Also the venue is so crowded that leaving the dance floor to go get another drink is almost certain to doom you for waiting 30+ minutes in “line” to get back on the floor, which is just an unorganized crowd of people where spoiled brats try to shove their way through and cut everyone and get angry when you call them out Security’s behavior varies wildly. The guys at the door are generally really chill, and the bald white guy and the shorter black dude with the dreads are usually friendly and reasonable. A lot of the other guards though are really selective with enforcement to say the least. On 5/25/25 there was one guy who got into a whole fight on the dance floor, was shoving women and screaming in their faces, and almost got into several other altercations in the span of 30 minutes. The bouncers didn’t do anything. But god forbid you stand peacefully on the dance floor a little too close to the VIP rope and they’ll violently shove you like they’re protecting the president even if the dance floor is always packed and there’s no where else to stand. Unchecked egos hard at work! That said the DJs are usually good and the crowd is usually friendly and it’s easy to make friends or talk to girls/guys

Honestly such a disappointment! I never do reviews but this seemed important to try and help others so people don't end up scammed like we got. Ticketmaster advertises shows at this club as concerts when they indeed are not and The Grand itself has it posted with 50 cent being the main person on the poster/ad like he will be the performer with a small spot noting a DJ would be there which you'd assume would be accompanying him for the night. Buyer beware do not waste your money trying to go to anything that's happening here! Can't even try and get a refund because it's not offered though this event and can't resell the tickets through Ticketmaster because they also are horrible to deal with unfortunately! Good luck and I'm so sorry if you spent $115 to get into a club, one that literally has horrible reviews!

The dance floor was terrible, had to wait 30 minutes just to get into the area of the dance floor due to security blocking off and only letting a few girls in at a time that talked to them. Once you leave the dance floor, you have to wait another 30 minutes to get in, overall terrible system. My friend also got shoved on the dance floor by a man who was middle aged and creepy, he got escorted away by two security guards but around 30min to an hour later we saw him again. Old men who are being physical at a club should be escorted out, not given a warning. Terrible experience 0/10

Last weekend was my second time here. I celebrated my birthday weekend/girls night and it was going okay at first. The music was lousy and the drinks were watered down that night. The security was rude to me and my friend. Apparently, someone threw up in the middle of the dance floor as we were walking down the steps with a small group and security pushed us girls and the guy in our group. Drinks spilled everywhere. Their security team could have better system and be polite and just tell us to “leave the dance floor due to an emergency.” Honestly the Grand seems like a hit or miss…First time was an okay experience and the most recent was bad.

Super nice location and setup. the Interior lighting is amazing and the staff is super friendly. The theme is very La/Hollywoody and modern definitely much much better built out than most NYC Clubs. Bottle service with the champagne tequila vodka etc is all standard, probably the most expensive club in boston but worth every penny. PS can also order pizzas to the tables, pairs v well with the alc

And if you like pina coladas and getting mocked in the face Or however that song goes! Back in August me and my friends went out for a girls night only for the bartender to ruin it. I had drank my drink and thought the alcohol was a little low and asked if she could remake it. Instead of gently declining she said all the staff are required to pour a certain amount of liquor per drink and out of curiosity I asked what that amount was. She took it for attitude and asked "why, are you a bartender"... She then asked who made my drink and I pointed at a bartender on the other end then she took a stray pen and THREW IT at another bartender's head then ushered for them to come over. The bartender started whispering in their coworkers ear and for a good five minutes they stared at me, giggling, not acknowledging my request and mocked me as if we're back in high school... Later in the night my friend orders a round of shots and that same bartender who made it gave her attitude as well. The Grand, if you're going to hire High School staff, at this point just invite teenagers then. Never coming back, if you enjoy getting packed like sardines, smelling ball sweat and weed, and listening to cardiac arrest EDM beats. Well then, be their guest.

Recently, I came across a disturbing story that needs more attention. A young 25-year-old woman, experienced a horrifying incident at The Grand Boston. After a night out, she was waiting for her Uber in the rain when she was suddenly confronted by a security guard who verbally and physically assaulted her. Despite her calm explanation that her ride was arriving soon, the security guard shouted racist slurs and violently dragged her from the second floor to the first floor. What's more alarming is the response from the management and the Boston police. The manager at The Grand initially tried to downplay the incident, blaming it on a misunderstanding, and then refused to cooperate with her request to review security footage. The police, when called, appeared indifferent, citing that pursuing the suspect could lead to her arrest if the suspect filed a complaint against her. This response left her feeling helpless and vulnerable. This incident highlights serious issues of racism, violence, and negligence. The Grand Boston should be held accountable for allowing such behavior, and the Boston Police Department needs to do more to protect victims rather than making them feel silenced and powerless. I am not directly involved, but I felt compelled to share her story to raise awareness. The Grand Boston is not a safe place, and this situation should serve as a warning to others. We must stand against all forms of violence and discrimination to ensure everyone's safety and dignity.

We attended an Harvard-Yale game after party at The Grand! The dance floor seemed spacious and the VIP couch areas were very comfortable. We had enough space to comfortably drink & dance without being on top of each other. I loved that our VIP area had an outlet - we took turn charging our phones throughout the event! They also had so very cute areas for pictures. I'm not sure I'd come out for a regular night but I would def come back if a group I knew rented it out.

No room anywhere to stand and drinks were expensive for absolutely nothing , staff were extremely rude. First and last time going there.

Cool spot but you need to pay extra to go to floor and drinks are 22 each for a mixed drink that's not good. Super weird vibes

Our opinion of The Grand started off ok and then got worse throughout the night. This place was packed packed packed. We had a decent experience getting in since we arrived an hour after doors for our event opened (Austin Millz). We were permitted to keep our coats instead of checking them, and the wristbands we were given also include a 33% off coupon for Happy Valley. Inside, we were told a tequila shot is $15 each. One vodka cran and one vodka redbull cam out to $33 before tip. Service was decent, and we went to dance. 3 full hours after doors (9:30) the dj came at about 12:30. By this point we couldn't dance comfortably because the floor was packed body to body. We stayed for a bit and then left, underwhelmed. Outside the grand we saw multiple people puking which was the cherry on top of a pretty grand let down. The fresh air was especially nice since it didn't smell of BO. Tip: wear a long-sleeve top so you don't feel strangers' sweaty skin on yours. There won't be room to avoid it.

We had fun, the security inside is a little off and not with it. Kinda rude... it was an experience

I had the pleasure of experiencing the club, and I must say, it was more than just alright - it was truly fantastic! However, the highlight of my evening was the warm welcome I received from Price at the entrance. Price is an absolute gem, radiating positivity and ensuring everyone feels safe. His professionalism is commendable, and while flirting is off the table, his genuine smiles are a heartwarming gesture. Though the door cover was $40, which some might consider a tad high, it seemed justified given the club's bustling atmosphere. People, including myself, willingly paid it. The club's playlist featured top 40 hits, and the ambiance was nothing short of incredible. While the space may be cozy, it exudes a classy and captivating vibe that's truly unmatched. My stars are def a reflection of how I was greeted. Price set the tone and vibe

I never write bad reviews about a club. I always have a good night out but this is absolutely ridiculous. I've been to the grand many times before with friends and this is the first time this has happened they need proper bouncers. I waited in line for 1 hour even though I was on the guest list when I finally got to the front the bouncer Said my id wasn't me? I'm 22 years old . So upset I showed three other forms of verification said no and laughed made me wait outside in the freezing cold . I was on the guest list they let my friends go in and made me wait outside. Just tell me that I couldn't go in. Didn't even ask me any questions about what was on my ID or anything they just didn't want me to go in . Never coming back . This place is awful don't even waste your time . I called the cops to come to scan my face which is ridiculous. The drinks are insanely overpriced and you also can't even get on the dance floor. The bouncers treat you like absolute shit, and just push you and shove you to get you out of the way even if you're just standing there by the bar area . I wasn't even treated like a person here never coming back. Also on my way out after i finally got in by having the cops come one of the bouncers that didn't let me in said I was very pretty and that he "wanted to let me in" like what? What kind of weird men are working here

Incredibly unacceptable attitude from the bouncers who turned me away and withheld my REAL ID based off of a visual check (they pretended to scan it) - note that this is a federal crime. The only way I got it back was by begging and showing a picture of my passport. Secondly, I proceeded to watch the bouncers take bribes on multiple occasions. Absolutely unacceptable, this venue does not invest in the training of their staff which is why it's one of the lowest rated clubs in Boston.

Horrible place. I'd avoid this place at all costs. Horrible all around service. Subpar drinks and music.

Great spot to go to if you're looking to dance your ass off otherwise if you're looking for just drinks probably not the best spot. It's a little tight on the dance floor but as long as it's you and your significant other you can throw some bows and make it work. If you're coming with a big squad definitely get a table or you won't be too happy. Highly recommend overall!

The bartenders were extremely rude. The bouncers were nice though. The music was okay.

Went here for Jon Taffer's Browned Butter Bourbon launch party and the food was DEVINE! Lots of finger food options including, shrimp cocktail with mango chutney, beef teriyaki skewers, bacon wrapped scallops, lobster rolls, chicken lettuce wraps, pork lettuce wraps, zucchini fritters, cheese and tater tot fritters, Brie and fig tarts and Kobe beef sliders. The cocktails weren't bad either but honestly, I was there for the food.

Had such a fun night here with my friends. Felt safe and the music was perfect for dancing. Cocktails tasted good. Our server Victoria was friendly and made sure we were taken care of all night. Definitely going again.

Had a great time here! Victoria took care of me and went above and beyond my expectations, she was so sweet and made the atmosphere so incredible! Will definitely be coming back just to have her take care of me again!

The music and atmosphere are great. The bouncers however ruined my night. I had just stepped on to the dance floor and apparently was blocking the path from VIP to the stairs. A bouncer shoved me so hard out the way and yelled, "you're in the way," so that 3 women in VIP could walk past me. For context, I'm black and they were white so it felt pretty dehumanizing. Moments like that kept happening throughout the night anytime I was too close to the divider between VIP and GA (I was comfortable being on the outskirts of the crowd). Eventually I just gave up & went to the very back section (which had seating, so that was a decent area as well).

No bathrooms and a generally mid experience. Boston doesn't have a ton to offer for clubs, but it's a tough place to really drink bc you'll pee yourself waiting at the one bathroom

security dont do shlt other than being annoying and rude and violent, drinks are expensive and tastes awful, virtually no soace to dance. music is pretty bad too, the crowd is rude and I saw something about a fight happening here and the security doing nothing. but if youre white non of that happens to you lol

I've come to this club at least 30 times and this has been the worst experience yet. Not only did i pay $65 dollars to see an artist but the artist never showed. Me and my friend got kicked out over a 200lb man who was complaining about us "pushing him" we were packed like sardines and again: PAID FOR AN ARTIST THAT NEVER SHOWED. Ridiculous and a waste of money and better yet all the bouncers don't care about women's safety.

I wished I saw reviews prior going there. If you want to get trauma or harassed by security for no reason, you will experience that, almost guaranteed! Bully miserable bouncers all over the place and no decent floor to dance. Music is too loud but seriously the entire place felt like a prison. Do not waste your money on this shithole, I have no other words to describe.

Paid for a ticket and we were told we couldn't even dance on the center floor. Was pushed off to the side to " observe " the main dance floor. Good music but ticket should have included that we wouldn't be able to go ANYWHERE.

I am a little surprise at all the bad reviews! This place is certainly not perfect, but my friends and I thought it was worth $40 for a fun night out different from the usual Boston scene. They do have quite a few security guards trying to keep people moving and I can see how they could come across as a little too extra. The DJ was great and the dance floor was super fun for a night out with a group of friends. The drinks are way overpriced but that is to be expected for a place like this/Boston. Overall, I had a fun night here and would recommend it to a friend!

In A Nutshell: -The Grand club in Seaport is a great place to catch your favorite DJ. -The club is a decent size w/ one medium sized dancefloor surrounded by VIP tables. -The main bar was easy to order drinks from. -There is also an elevated lounge area w/ it's own bar that wasn't too crowded. -The sound systems is legit w/ deep bass & crystal clear sounds. -Security was good, enforced make sure you behave. Overall, this is a good club in Boston.

As a former employee this was sad to write, but my friend was celebrating her 22nd, so I had booked a table. After arriving my friend had gone to the bathroom, to which one was assaulted by another patron, to be specific, this patron had left the bathroom with wet paper towels in hand - and proceed to rub them against my face and my friend face who were waiting in line for the bathroom. When I told security, they told me they'd get a manger, which they did, and he brought me aside and told me word for word "homeboy is investor" and the patron was allowed to enjoy the rest of the night while me and my friends were on edge all night.

Way too crowded. Felt like I was going to pass out on the dance floor because it was so hot and over capacity. Couldn't even enjoy the show, left early. It was getting very rowdy and the bouncers were not doing their jobs. They shoved me several times just to walk past and when other people were trying to trip me and my boyfriend the bouncers didn't do anything about it. Drinks are reasonably priced and good bartenders.

The bottle girls and security are the lamest, most rude staff I have ever encountered. Don't waste your time coming here. No matter who is playing it is always low energy and terrible crowd.

This place is small but I think coming from nyc I expected a lot out of it. This is right below our building so always wanted to try it. There is always long lines outside. We bought tickets for cash cash and we went in 15 mins and we are out, cash cash want even out. It is beautiful from outside and as you enter they you arrive or see dance floor straight which is so tiny and dj set. They have so much of space for table services. Oh so basically this is kinda like lavo on Madison in NYC little.

I usually have a good time at the Grand but tonight was different. It started with the blonde female bartender that was less than pleased to serve us. The attitude and dismissiveness was inappropriate. I paid to go in and was served with impolite manner. There was no access to the dance floor. The downstairs door greeters are friendly and welcoming however the bartenders changed everything. It was more like wanna-be- spice girl for them and they should be serving drinks with better attitude because the customer service was beyond unprofessional and I won't be coming back.

Reviews are definitely misleading; I had a lot of fun when I went to The Grand. Went to see Loud Luxury, they had a great set and mixed some of their older songs with new releases, as well as some club classics like Gasolina. My group and I ordered some drinks at the bar and then decided to get a table; host was very informative and bottle girls were super nice and attentive. One of the guys spilled something and our girl immediately grabbed a napkin to give to him-- super fun night, no complaints here! I hope they continue to bring in big artists, like Uzi

If you want to role play being livestock this is the place for you. The hair-brained bouncers will shove any girl or guy standing exactly where they tell you to go. No point in buying tickets in advance because theyll let people in at random and leave you out in the cold. Everyone will yell and herd you like animals. All for a mediocre dance floor, overpriced drinks and juiced up "VIPs" looking to spit on and GA they can see. Have fun!!!

Security is a bunch of assholes. I ask where the restroom was. He tells me to keep it moving and shoves me away. Assholes and unprofessional. Why so serious. I won't be back. Make you wait outside in the freezing cold. No warmth tent or nothing. Body to body. Security is the issue here.

You have to pay an additional fee to actually go on the dance floor. I've been to some shitholes in boston, but this takes the cake.

Scary reviews! The Grand is worth checking out but definitely not my favorite club in Boston. Pros: I came to see Benny Benassi and it was pretty awesome. We came early because I wanted to see the size/layout of the club and it's pretty nice. New and shiny. Beers were $8, bar service was fine, and there was plenty of space because it was a Monday show. The show was great! He came on around 12:30 and played till 2am. The lights and sound were excellent. Cons: $30 for cover (prepaid), $50 at the door, so...robbery! The dance floor is soooo teeny tiny. There is a ton of VIP space but this dance floor makes Royale look ENORMOUS. It's ridiculous. Security is a little heavy, there were guys everywhere. A girl was pushing my bf because she wanted more space in the area we were standing in. He asked her to stop and she immediately said she would get him kicked out and called security. The guard came over and our interaction was kinda interesting. He wasn't overly aggressive or trying to force us to leave. He did ask us to move away from her and seemed to realize that the girl was trying to get us kicked out. After reading the other reviews I'm guessing this is a rare case. I would come back for shows but my favorite clubbing spot is Royale!

Had the worst experience with a bartender here. I was waiting in line to get a drink and this guy cut in front of me. He then tried to order a drink and I told him "hey you cut in front of me, you're behind me, go back." He apologized and when I was about to order my drink the bartender told me I was being "too aggressive", which I responded by saying the guy literally cut in front of me how is that fair?? She was like "I'm a competent person I can serve more than two people at the same time." And I was like "I've never been to a bar where a bartender helps two people at the same time" and she said "you go to shitty bars"... she then proceeds to help the other guy calling him "hun" and being real sweet to him. WTFFF!? When she gave me back my check to sign, she gave me a crappy pen than leaked all over my shirt as well. Look, I'm not one to play the race card ever but I felt like she was pushing her micro aggressions on me and would rather help and support the sweet looking white boy over the POC. I then returned to get another drink and was being helped by another bartender. I explained the situation to her because I was so frustrated and she apologized profusely and offered me a free drink. Only reason why this place gets 2 stars. Anyways, most of the staff here are rude. Don't get me wrong I understand the need to be aggressive because you're dealing with a bunch of drunk people at a nice club but still, have respect for people that aren't doing anything wrong.

The drinks were a bit expensive so I decided to get a VIP table. Our server was a cute curly haired girl, she was super nice and took care of us the whole night.

The venue itself is pretty nice, but man do the guests suck lol. The crowd here has no understanding of how to go out. It's honestly embarrassing how some of these people act and their inability to handle alcohol. I've heard of others getting Covid here and there's no sense of masks here. Would definitely keep that in mind for those going out. Have fun but don't get Covid over a shitty night out!

22 November 2023 ! The DJ is bad(the one who was from 10:00 ). He doesn't feel the crowd. The music is not good. DJ needs to put music that people actually know. stuff is kinda mean downstairs. Upstairs there are good tring to understand what you want and be polite.

My large group of friends and I went to visit the Grand on 9/15 to see Vicetone. The check in process was smooth around 10PM and there were no security issues or issues getting in. We were able to get drinks easily at the bar ($16/cocktail, $10/beer). However, as the night went on and it became more trafficked, the issues with this club became more apparent due to which I cannot recommend it and wouldn't go back. If it weren't for these mishaps, the Grand would have been a great NYC and Vegas style club! People will aggressively PUSH you when you're on the dance floor as it is SMALL and overpacked. The icing on the cake: you cannot go to the bathroom and return back to the dance floor unless you're VIP. There is a line to get on the dance floor itself, on top of the line that built up to get into the club by midnight. So, you're on a line and then another line. I spoke to the security guard when I was heading as I was at the front row and he said "you're good", he'll let me back in through the line. When I finished used the bathroom, there was a different security guard who said No, I can't go back to the dance floor where all my friends were. So I was stuck there for the next 1.5 hours on a line waiting to get back in, and I still didn't at that point, so we all left early before the headliners came out. There should be separate lines to let newcomers come to the dance floor and to let people back in after using the restroom. Lastly, no one checked vaccine cards like their website states. It was a CoVID fest. No thanks.

Terrible place they forced to kick me out before I even got the chance to fill out my recipe. What kind of bs is that? I was going to tip but their attitude was so uncalled for. Making not want to do so. Since when is a tip expect especially in a forceful way????

Imagine, you are going through a tunnel, Hitting speed bumps every 10 feet, Squished in a bus filled with 100 drunk people, and the bus driver keeps telling you to not step over the yellow line... .....This is the grand.... Pros: - you'll get to know how sardines feel - lights - a lot of flashy lights... - bathroom attendant is always nice and gives me a hand Towel. - if you have a table this might be the only way you can enjoy the show... Cons: - Annoying floating signs and flashing lights - High entrance fees - TINY GA dance floor - Very strict floor bouncers - you won't get onto the dance floor for a popular artist ( idk why you even would want to be there tbh..) - Rude people Verdict: - I wouldn't go here as GA even if someone gave me free tickets. If it's a popular artist, GG You will be squished, you will be pushed and shoved, you will have a drink spilled on you and you will have a bouncer yell at you. And you might not even be able to see the stage ( there's a pillar in the back that blocks the stage). So if this all sounds good to you then go for it...

Horrible customer service. Was having a conversation with my friend about a time we've been kicked out of a bar and somehow security assumed I had gotten kicked out that night and they escorted me out. Went outside with a women bouncer/ security to try and explain the situation and started having an anxiety attack where she offered to sit and talk with me then proceeded to disappear. Rude people overall and I will never be back

the line is absolutely absurd. they charge you for a ticket in advance than they make you wait in the freezing cold for an hour. it's a private event, they are not at capacity. they are greedy sons of witches who will literally rob you. STAY AWAY.

Had an after-party event hosted by an artist. The artist never showed up, so they told people to request refunds through Ticketmaster. Apparently, the venue has to authorize refunds, not Ticketmaster so they were just deflecting. Shady, won't be going back.

First club experience renting a table. Cool bottle girls. Aside from that, it seems almost all of the bouncers are rude/unhelpful and the dancefloor is fairly small. To top it off it seems there is a significant phone stealing problem. Met multiple people in one night having all lost their phones including myself. Called in the morning and no phones were returned to the lost and found. Pretty upset that someone can walk out with so many phones and not get caught by all the security in the place.

I had a good time when I spent $3000 for my birthday at a vip table. I just went back on a regular night paying general admission. The employee pushed my fiancé because his arm got to close to a table that no one was even sitting at, which only occurred because of how crowded it was. My fiancé verbally said he didn't not want to be touched so we got thrown out without being reimbursed the $80 combined cover charge or the $45 for our round of drinks. This place only treats you well when you spend thousands then treats you like trash on a night you're spending hundreds. If you can't treat me right on an ordinary night, you don't deserve my money on a special occasion. It's not cheap either way. Be prepared to spend a lot to get treated terrible!

"Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." Insanity is also going to The Grand even once and expecting it to be anything better than a sh*tshow of power-hungry bouncers, sad parades of bottle service, and overly aggressive people crammed onto a dance floor the size of my closet. I have been here 4 times total, each time hoping my love for the performing DJ will outweigh the horrendous venue. Each time I am sorely disappointed. The bouncers are forceful and rude, but so is the majority of the crowd. Because the VIP tables take up almost all of the dance floor, there is a constant "line" for general admission to get onto it, and by line I mean a pushing mass continuously shoving forward and being shoved backwards by the bouncers. Once you are finally on the dance floor, the atmosphere is just as bad. The crowd here is consistently the rudest I have experienced in Boston. One saving grace is the lights, as they are high quality and have cool effects. Drinks are overpriced and unpleasant to taste. If you have a table or are VIP, you will most likely have a fine time here. But if you are general admission, good luck.

It's an overrated spot to hang out ... the bartenders are full of themselves; true services is not treated as such and lots of security guards just looking to corral patrons who spend quite a bit of money to have a good time.