Description: The Tavern on the Water is one of the best low-key bars around Boston. Nestled on Boston Harbor inside the Charlestown Navy Yard, this tavern looks like it might be a renovated houseboat. Patrons hike up the wooden stairs to the third floor, where they enter the top floor of this nautically inspired bar. It is decorated with maritime paraphernalia and looks like it might be the inside of a ship. The doors around the top floor open up onto a deck with small tables where patrons can enjoy a beer or mixed drink. From here you can have an excellent view of the city.
Inside the other levels of the ship, there are tables where you can enjoy a burger or other casual meal. The tavern serves excellent nachos, which are great as a midnight bar snack.
Around back of the boat lies an open air bar on the surrounding dock overlooking the neighboring marina. The city of Boston is visible from here as well. It is a great place to be on a hot summer day, because the whole tavern gets an excellent breeze off the harbor.
Drinks served at The Tavern on the Water are definitely cheaper than other Boston bars, but plastic cups are the serve-ware of choice. No pretentious martinis here! It's a great place to get away from snooty bar scenes in the city!
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