Vincent's

What a fantastic find! The atmosphere is quirky in a fun sense, the bartender was very friendly, and the food is delicious. The bread on the meatball sandwich was so soft it nearly melts in your mouth. Wish this place was closer, I’d go all of the time. And they have live music almost every night. Can’t beat that!

Stopped in while going down BF’s memory lane on our recent drive to Eastern Mass. In the middle of nowhere. But wow, what an interesting eclectic place! Full of soul and character. Our bartender Bob was so great, told us about the bar and its various items displayed throughout. Taxidermy, photos of vintage redsox players. Showed us the outdoor space behind the bar. The meatball sandwich did not disappoint. Delicious, the soft bread it comes in is fresh and really satisfying to bite into. We could have hung out there all night. The cast of characters coming through definitely out of a Bukowski novel.

Ok y’all this bar is not what it seems. This is the definition of don’t judge a book by its cover. The atmosphere here was amazing. It has a small town, homey, everyone knows everyone vibe. There was a band during my visit (Dan and friends? Something like that) and they were INCREDIBLE!!!!! Absolutely insanely good. They killed it. Live music and cold beer, what more can you ask? The food however, not the best. Had the meatball sub sandwich or whatever and it was ehh, ok at best. The atmosphere here is worth a visit.

I didn't get to try the food yet so I can't attest to that personally. Although my friend that brought me said their meatball sandwiches are amazing. They had live music that lifted the whole atmosphere as soon as you walk through the door. Tons of interesting photos of Worcester's rich history decorated the walls. As well as many interesting taxidermy animals displayed throughout the bar. I'll definitely be going back for the next live jam sesh. Comanchero played a phenomenal show. The live jam band plays there on the 4th Thursday of the month, at least for the winter months.

Dive bar in Worcester with great sandwiches, with extra thick and extra soft bread. Meatball or sausage or both. You can also get Citizens with meatballs or sausage. There is also a cheese plate on offer. Taxidermy is the major decoration scene. Music everyday and a large beer selection.

Best Dive Bar ever. They have a secret 3 generation meatball sandwich. It is quirky and original and an absolute Worcester gem. I was absolutely amazed with the interior of this old bar. Enjoy the pictures

Came here a few times in my youth and always liked it. Came here for the Belit show 2 weeks ago and had a great time also (that Violinist! Take my ♥️, it's yours).. Grabbed a few meatball sandwiches before we left. Still the absolute pinnacle of meatball cuisine 🤘

The dive bar to end all dive bars. Just go get a killer high life and a meatball sub. Enjoy live Music. Photo Booth doesn’t work but take a selfie with a dead bear. Nobody cares. Outside

Best bar in the city of worcester. It has real atmosphere not some contrived corporate bullshit designed to make you think you're in a classic watering hole. They offer great drinks and live music and simply the best meatball sandwich around. They can get crowded so try it out on a. Off night, I guarantee you will love this gem of a bar!

Day trip to Worcester without my pup and landed at Vincent's because Breens Cafe was unexpectedly closed for Memorial Day. Turned out not be a blessing because the meatball sandwich and Guiness and hospitality at Vincent's was awesome.

One of the few places me and my service dog feel comfortable and welcome. The music was great, the bartender was welcoming and as always, the food was spectacular. 5/5 would recommend if you have not been here yet.

I still love this place and still come most if not every time I'm back in Worcester. I am adding an update to my previous review because, for the first time, I had the pleasure of sampling their cuisine. One of my co-patrons ordered their famous cheese plate. It is a large plate with chunks of cheese, onions, mustard, and a sleeve of saltines. They really could not have done a better job of curating this plate to really precisely represent their vibe. Also, when you're there, this combo of shit is just what the doctor ordered. That is all.

We went in for a sit down. It ended well. We saw a guy eating the sandwich. Looked pretty dam good, so we had one. Real good. Eat here.

If you want to experience old Wusta, here it is ! Some great shows, drinks well made and reasonably priced, and food to fill the belly to absorb some alcohol.

I love the live bands every night, no cover charge but a bucket gets passed to donate to the band. It's a great night where I can dance to every song with total abandon. So, I do! I feel comfortable, filled with joy and cameraderie. I go at least once a week for now. I need this wonderful outlet to be the true me!!! I'll

Eclectic place-killer meatball sandwich!! Best in the city. Critters beware:there's lots of taxidermy..

Cool live music but drinks made me fall out of the bar with scrapes on my nose, upper lip, palm, & my knees , ouch ouch _ ouch ! Don't go if you don't want scrapes on your face! Eh?!

What a great find, we stopped in after a local bartender suggested this place. The vibe is old school dive bar full of charm and character. Music was chill and appropriate for the space. Tried the meatball sando its 10/10

If you're in the area, this place is a must visit! I came here from out of town, so I'm unfortunately no regular, but absolutely loved everything about Vincent's. Even on a Sunday night, the place is lively with great live music (shout out to Big Jon Short), friendly service and patrons, and delicious meatballs. It's a bit off the beaten path, which makes it feel almost like a speakeasy. Highly recommend!

Drove an hour to meet friends in Worcester and try the "famous" meatball sub. After sitting around for about 15 minutes or so for any sign of someone that worked there. Eventually a man emerged from a back room and shouts at only me and my friend (all 27 btw) that he needs to see our IDs and then just left. We all pulled out of licenses and waited but when he came back he only looked at one of my friend's ID for about half a second, which is not possibly long enough to read anything on it. He then just told us "no" and left again. We were given no reason but all three of us were refused service with perfectly valid IDs (two of which weren't even checked). When we asked what was wrong or if he just didn't like my friends out of state ID the worker only told us "that's part of it." Terrible experience, really giving Worcester a bad reputation. Won't ever be trying the meatball sub out of pure spite. I hope all three generations of your special recipe fade into meaningless obscurity.

This place epitomizes dive bar, but you can't help but have a great meal and a great evening. Meatball sandwiches are awesome. Staff is very friendly and talented as well. Entertainment most every night adds to the ambiance. You can't go wrong with a visit to Vincent's.

Vincent's is quite possibly my new favorite spot in Worcester (and among my favorite dive bars anywhere). It's everything I want in a dive bar -- great classic cocktails, extensive beer list, even wine and sangria, a small but solid food menu, and a dark and cozy interior as well as outdoor seating. I started with a Tito's martini and a cheese plate. The cheese plate is comical in a good way, with an entire sleeve of saltines, what seems to be an entire block of cheddar cheese, and a horseradish mustard with a nice kick and some pieces of raw onion. So unexpected but works somehow. We were there on a Friday with fantastic weather so we sat outside and listened to live music at the Shack, which was 60s hits by Doug Moore who rocked it. Next was an Old Fashioned and meatball sub. There isn't much I can say about the meatball sub that hasn't been said, so just get it. You won't regret it. The bartenders were attentive and down to earth, and I liked both the outdoor and indoor atmospheres. I love this place and will be returning when I'm back in Worcester.

ok, not what i expected, an OLD bar, and perhaps a little dusty here and there, nice collection of taxidermy, looks like an often locals place, yet with a certain ambiance, not too crowded for lunch today, service, the bartender was wonderful, informative and funny, the drinks were very good, the menu did not exist, meatball or sausage sub, a cheese board or some sort or a pasta dish, the meatballs were good yet were contained in a mountain of bread, interesting different, ok... they have a wonderfully full menu of music however and that should keep it pretty interesting, heck, a trip to the men's room and all the inscriptions on the walls and doors was interesting!!!!!!!!

Great place and amazing meatball sandos. Glad to see this place , wish it was in my hood

Cocktails were all great. Very well made. Service is pretty limited. When I went in there was 1 person working the bar and so you need to go up to order... just like a pub in Britain. I'd say they were a little gruff about it too. Food choices are very limited. The meat and cheese plate is slices of regular old super market cheddar, cubes of something like a cooked Italian sausage served with a sleeve of saltines and diced raw onion. I'm not joking. Look at the images in yelp. That said I would go again. It's an experience and the cocktails are good. Just know what you are getting into

This was my first time at Vincent's ever and it's during the pandemic. So I cannot attest to how crowded it can get because everything was very relaxed. The service was really attentive. Kristen was very quick to get us our drinks. The food menu is super limited, but it is perfect for the kind of hang it is. House made meatballs and sausage from Fairway with bread and butter. Perfectly filling on a nice summer night with music in the back unde tents.

My friends said ya gotta try the meatball sandwich and I was like, ok, whatever, I like meatball sandwiches. And drinks. And music. But these meatball sandwiches... incredible. Super busy when there's a great band playing, so go early if you want a...meatball sandwich. And try a Guinness Stout - dedicated tap at the right temp makes it great at Vincent's.

I haven't been to Vincent's in awhile but I'm so glad I went back. I had to take a buddy who hadn't been there yet and of course I made him get the famous meatball sandwich. All he could ask is how the hell I found this place. As usual the staff is amazing and the limited menu was excellent. I believe in "do what you can, the best way you can". I will definitely get back into going more frequently.

Been coming here for more than a decade - it's one of the few things in Worcester that hasn't changed and I hope it always stays like that. Eclectic crowd, great live music that usually has everyone on their feet by the end of the night, experienced bar staff, weird and unusual decor and an unbeatable meatball sandwich. What more could you want?!

Great dive bar, everyone is soo friendly and nice that works here AND one of the best meatball sandwiches I've ever had!!

Excellent place Great Vibe Historically famous A must visit, live music always This place won't disappoint

Won't accept out of state driver's licenses as a form of identification. Worth keeping in mind if you don't have an MA ID and would prefer to leave your passport at home!

4 star dive bar Oh Vincent's, where do I begin? I love dive bars, no neighborhood is too sketchy for me to try. Well this is a sketchy area, but DO NOT pass this place by. You open the front door and enter a time warp to an age when a real divey lowly lit lounge was the norm. My favorite kind of place. The bartender or bar keep at this place where old school vests and ties, I love it. I then hear a Frank Sinatra song on the juke box. A real juke box, no Touch Tunes here. My wife and I ordered a few drinks and they know how to pour them. Lastly, the meatball sandwich. Good thick Italian bread and great meatballs for 4 or 5 bucks. My out can't beat it. I've been to a bunch of dive bars in Worcester and I think this maybe my favorite. Keep the dream alive Vincent's!!!!!! Thanks

For the love of god, don't ask to see a drink menu- it's not that kind of place. Our waiter was nice about it but I felt so lame. I really don't want to pigeonhole Vincent's, but if you were holding me at gunpoint, I'd tell you it was like a hipster saloon that happened to serve the best meatball sandwiches you ever had. We're in the 'Rona times, so I can only vouch for the outdoor experience. I'm not very familiar with Worcester, so from my eyes the location of Vincent's is WILD. It's a stand-alone building that abuts woods and is across the street from a factory done up in vinyl siding??? Anyway, the backyard area is lowkey and nice, the (live bluesy) music was bumpin' but not too loud, and everything was reasonably priced. The meatball sandwich is the star of the show, though. The pictures on this site do not do it justice. I remember looking it up, going "ah, a large half of a sandwich on an app plate. Nice." NO!! It's a behemoth of a full sammy on a full-sized dinner plate. I have no idea where these folks get their Italian bread but its size is ungodly. The sandwich isn't like a sub; they take slices of bread that are each at least an inch thick and like 9 inches wide and slap some tender meatballs, hearty sauce, and melty cheese on it. I will be going again, and I WIN'T be asking for a drink menu (my Negroni was top notch!)

Close your eyes. Take a deep breath. Ahhhh... there it is. Vincent's. It's an old smell, but not necessarily a bad one. Like books that have been on the shelf in a cellar for oh so many years. Breath in again. There it is. In a few moments you'll forget about it entirely. Now open your eyes. Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Well, not literally... um. I think. But a raccoon playing baseball? Yes. A full-blown blow-fish? Yes. Angry boar? Yes. Cat with red sparkly yes? Yes. Poor fluffy lives on on a shelf at Vincent's. I'm going to go out on a limb and say this is not a place for righteous vegetarians of members of PETA. Yes, that thermometer is also a hoof. All of this taxidermy has me wondering if the shrunken head behind the bar is real. In my mind, it is. With all of this... ambiance... you'd expect watered down scotch and maybe pretzels as a food option. Well, your expectations would be WRONG. I was having a craptastic day (before Vincent's) so I decided cheap red wine would calm my nerves when the bartender also suggested their homemade Sangria. Sure. Why not? Okay, this may officially be the only thing I ever drink here. Deee-f*cking-licious. Seriously and stuff. And then there's the food. Oh the food. I'm pretty sure they kidnapped some ancient Italian woman from the North End and force her to slave away making meatballs in the basement. You could seriously just go here for the food. I did not get to enjoy this patio I heard so much about as my evening got cut a little short due to uncontrollable circumstances, but that's just fine. Perfect even. Because now I have something to look forward to for next time. Oh yes, there WILL be a next time. (And someone's going in that photobooth...)

Oh, history Oh, authenticity Oh, FUN I parked in this nether region and meandered toward the bar with the thumping of the music within resonating as I approached. The banter of the smokers outside made me pause - interesting patrons bodes well. Came in, and the (expected) darkness/redness hit me. So, too, the deep real-bass grooves. And the smell of age - you CANNOT buy that, but man, would I ever bottle it. (I've smelled it in select, more patient Milwaukee, Chicago, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, and Louisville establishments, for example...that legitimate gravitas that no one's washed off and varnished, thinking the citizenry will mind it.). The darkness and decorative taxidermy are a draw of their own. So too the Agatha Christie and Zane Grey novel inlays within the bar. The beer selection and pricing is ripe for your picking. The crowd is friendly, lively, and not overly suffocating (though they are vocal) during a Friday midnight's music session. Proceeded to grab my Schlitz and meatball sandwich. Cocktails? Probably elsewhere, please. Beer? Very well. Food? Dig IN. The meatball sandwich is recommended not because other elements are incapable, but because this dish is American institution-good. Meatballs that warm your heart, remind you of love, and come with bread that could sufficiently keep Wyoming warm if draped appropriately. You want this. Bring cash, and indulge. I've not sold Vincent's enough, and it deserves better than mere Yelping...bring friends, talk it up, and don't keep it hidden - let Vincent's set an example for others on how to keep American bars strong. This joint makes me wanna holler!

This is hands down by far the best dive bar atmosphere and best damn meatball sandwich period!!!! Honestly say this is probably the coolest place to listen to live music can't go wrong! If I could eat a meatball sandwich every day here I would.

I'm still dreaming about this place. I must come back ASAP. The meatball sammy's are amazing and the vibe is incredible.

Great place wonderful atmosphere. The meatball sandwich was huge and delicious, beer cold, everyone there were friendly. Very reasonable prices. Lots of character. If me and my friends lived nearby it would be a daily hang out. Came straight from Logan, searched for best bar in Woosta.

Great vibe, great dive. The interior is dark and has a large variety of taxidermy. The bartender does it all. Drinks are cheap and selection is good. Food options are meatballs with ziti, meatball sandwich, or a cheese plate. The meatball sandwich was awesome. Definitely big enough to share (depending on how hungry you are). The bread is exceptionally fresh and the meatballs are perfectly homemade. Will absolutely return for a low key, cheap, and delicious dinner.

A very, very funky bar! I'm relatively new in town, but I gotta say that the surroundings made me feel like I was about to be murdered. That being said, once you're inside the vibe is incredibly welcoming. The bartender immediately greeted us when we arrived and we had our drinks in our hands in no time. I only had a few beers, so I can't speak to the bartender's skills, but I definitely felt taken care of and will come back for more. The bar is decorated in taxidermy and old-timey vintage random decor so you're entranced by something no matter which way you're looking. They even have a functional jukebox! Where do you even see that nowadays?? They had a live performer as well which was a very nice touch. From what we heard from a fellow bargoer, it's a very safe bar for women who want a night out on their own, which is always nice to know. Definitely a Worcester staple.

Can you be a well known hidden gem? Great atmosphere both inside (steam punky) or outside (backyard vibe). Various styles of bands play, restricted only by size as a 4 piece is tight in the space allotted. Attentive friendly bartenders, even when busy. Fantastic food menu as long as you like meatball or sausage sandwiches, if you do you are in luck because they are the best in town.

AHmaaaazing dive bar. Bartender was super sweet, down to earth, and attentive. Decor and ambiance are exactly what you would want in this type of establishment. Best meatball sammy with perfect amount of heat and the bread is incredible. Just what we were looking for.

Other than your own kitchen Vincents serves up the best meatballs in the entire city. Bread on the sandwich is thick, super soft with a nice crust. The live musicians never disappoint. Especially enjoy Big John Short on Sundays on the Garden. Although there's one bartender here with dark hair and his attitude and delay and consistent delay in service both suck. Best Irish Car Bombs around and eclectic mix of patrons.

Best dive bar in Worcester. Why? Good drinks, good old time tv, good meatball subs, good music, and a bartender who can sing David Bowie. What more could you want?? Everything you've heard about this place is true. God I love Worcester.

Great subs! Awesome live music! Spot to find the best kind of people. Have always enjoyed but haven't gone back due to an unfortunate interaction with one bartender. I'm Just a girl in a wheelchair and a pup named sunny! Definitely miss hangin there! :)

Great neighborhood bar with a lot of character and the best meatball sandwich you'll ever have. Stop by in the summer and enjoy the backyard patio area!

Kick ass old school historic pub. Nice people, good drinks, great limited food. Can't wait to go back for another meatball sandwich.

I was wavering about whether or not to give Vincent's the full 5 stars and then the meatball sandwich arrived. Basically just cheese and some chopped up meatballs in sauce served on thick slices of Italian bread. It's incredibly satisfying, kind of how I imagine my non-existent Italian grandma might serve one. Is it the best meatball sub? No. But its less than $6 and you can eat it in a classic dive bar while listening to great music or on their amazing back deck/garden/wooden shack. The bar itself is worth it, even if you aren't hungry. Yes, they have a terrible beer selection, but you come here for $2.50 gansetts (or $7 pint glass g&t's) and the experience. There is lots of taxidermy on the walls and Vincent's is always filled with an interesting crowd of Worcesterites. Sometimes the band scheduled actually plays, sometimes they don't, but there's no cover so you can't really complain.

Best best bar ever! Don't come here expecting bougie treatment because it's a Dive Bar. Other low star yelp reviews seem to be written by spoiled millennials (don't pay these reviews any mind). Amazing meatball sandwhich I order one every time I go! Great music and a good place to go and relax any day of the week!

Neighborhood bar that has the best meatball sandwiches, exceptional service and an everlasting loop of musical entertainment coming through the door virtually every night. It's great, a little divey, but really who doesn't like that feel. Awesome spot for some blues and brews. When you step into this place it's almost like you're stepping back in time and I like it. Check it out for your self. Great place to meet friends day for a drink or just stop in for a sandwich and a beer or cocktail.

Best Dive Bar in Worcester. Excellent meatball sub, the bread takes it to the next level. Fantastic live music, beefy cocktails and great atmosphere. It could be cleaned up a bit however this is what makes Vincent's, Vincent's. They also have a back patio with tables and a grass area to hang out on. The staff is very friendly.

I stopped by Vincent's the other night and a good time was had by all. Dan Burke gave an amazing show (he makes me gooey in all my bluesey spots), the highlife was flowing like milk and honey, the energy in the room was good, and the night was immortalized by a string of pictures taken in their vintage photo booth. I went home smiling that night, and several other nights after leaving that place.

Meatball sandwich is as awesome as folks say. Thad, who mans the bar, is stellar. Ambiance is unique. Perfect place to tasting, and memorably, pass an afternoon.

The meatball sandwich is amazing. This bar has a great vibe. Too bad I didn't have time to hang. Just passing through. Got the meatball sandwich to go. It took 2 minutes! Highly recommend this place.

Vincent's what can I say . After reading many articles and reviews I gave it a go . It was everything I thought it would be plus more. The bill came to $37.25 for 3 cocktails,2 sodas, cheese plate with sausage and a meatball sandwich we split . The cheese plate consisted of summer sausage, white cheddar,horseradish mustard and a sleeve of saltines. The meatball sandwich is what dreams are made of .There were giant delicious meatballs in awesome sauce between two slices of melt in your mouth fresh italian bread. The bartendar was super friendly and attentive. They do not have a drink menu but she'll make you whatever you'd like. Needless to say I will be back !

Oh my God!! What an awesome place! I was told about this place by a friend, wasn't sure what to expect. Then, I met the worlds best meatball sandwich...bread so soft I could fall asleep on it. And great prices on everything. Entertainment was terrific! I don't want anyone to go, however, unless they save me a seat!!