Beat Brew Hall (formerly Beat Brasserie) is a hip and one of a kind restaurant that is perfect for urban city weddings! My favorite thing about Beat Brew Hall (besides the amazing atmosphere) would have to be the food. (Photos by Dagny Kream Photography)
Awesome selection of great wines, food is amazing, fun swanky atmosphere. Live music is always enjoyable
It used to be high quality food when it was call the beat brasserie. Now this has changed so much. The drinks are fine. The food quantity is low for a clearly overpriced tab. I will never set foot again there and will prefer other Harvard square restaurants.
I think this is the best restaurant in the Boston area. Outstanding.
Very chill vibe with a lot of games available. The selection was very good too.
A definitely must-return, since I heard the place is even more awesome in the evening, with live music and bustling with energy.
This place never gets old. The atmosphere is what will bring you in. But the food will make you stay. Their unique approach to wine service guarantees an enormous by the glass selection with zero freshness concerns. They serve directly from barrels, which means the wine is never exposed to the air.
The location is also a plus. The heart of Harvard Square and much the cooler for it.
Amazing food, atmosphere and the fish dish is outstanding!
I broke Easter Tradition and took the family to Cambridge for a brunch and some Jazz. We called The Beehive in Boston and they were booked, so they suggested Beat Brasserie. I'm assuming it's the same owner. We made reservations for five on Easter Sunday at 11. They had a set, three course brunch menu for $45. The evening prior, we called BB and asked if we could squeeze two more people in on our reservation and they said they were booked and unfortunately could not accommodate two more. We showed up at 11 and were seated at a table with eight seats. Why they said they could not take more than the five of us, does not make sense. My wife even asked if other people were sitting with us, and they said no. Not to mention, the entire time we were there, we saw at least 40 open seats.
I'm not going to get into the all the specifics of the meal, but of the three courses, one of them was scones and bread that we shared. The other two were appetizers and entrees, where you picked one of each as your meal. Just to show how ridiculously over prices this was, I got a small bowl, in fact it was half of a small bowl of a curry carrot soup. It was good, but nothing to write home about. My entree was eggs Benedict with Ham, which was below par. The ham tasted like any cured ham you'd buy at a Market Basket. The eggs, well they were poached and tasted like eggs; nothing special. I could have made this exact meal at home for about $5.
It is true, the restaurant has a nice ambiance and there was live music. The music was a 3 piece Jazz band they took a 20 minute break right in the middle of our meal. Also, our seat were so far away that we had a hard time seeing and hearing them. Two of the five of us had our backs to the band.
The drinks were expensive and the bill came to a little under $400. The waitress was wonderful. I tipped her over 20% and never complained to her. I waited on tables while in college and know what it's like. It wasn't her fault and she looked like she was having a good day, which was great.
I have to say I feel ripped off. I eat out all the time and frankly, I have never felt as disappointed about a restaurant as I did this place. I really hope they can take their food up a notch as well as their drinks.
Worst food I ve ever had at the highest price. Welcome to Harvard.
Warm draft beer Uninspiring atmosphere. Friendly server.
American Breed is a delicious drink! Kalamari is amazing! Love coming here any time of day.
Beat's music is airways top notch and it's good is very good. Sunday brunch is packed, but Saturday is usually wide open.
Who can complain about truffle fries that melt in your mouth and yet stay crunchy for 20 minutes? Casual food, casual place. All good. The staff is well versed in their primary raison d'etre which is beer. They still serve a great variety of eclectia for food. Serve is the one star that is missing from this review. Once the food is down, there isn't a lot of follow through. Still a thoroughly enjoyable evening.
Great wine selection with interesting things to try. You can sample or get a full glass. Lots of wine on tap! Food is pretty great too! I like the buffalo cauliflower and the fries
16$ fries!! Come on I know it's Harvad but still that's ridiculous. Bartenders are great but the food prices will make you run away.
Fun place. Great food and drink. Very accommodating to allergy needs.
Not a great experience. Went for Jazz Brunch Sunday morning. They were out of several things, and already had a super limited menu (5 items), although the Bacon Benedict ended up being fine. It was too expensive for the portions and service quality. They wouldn't serve me a drink despite looking old and being with other old people who remembered their IDs (although that is common in Boston).
The mango martinis are super tasty, the buffalo cauliflower is incomparable, but the ambiance and live music are what keeps us coming back.
I came here with friends on a Friday night for drinks and apps. Very unique that they have 36 wines on tap. It was very busy and crowded but we were able to fit a spot to stand near the bar. Overall a fun, populated place, good for an energized night out. The appetizers were good and easy to share. The place wasn't my style but good service for a crowded bar.
Bouncer treated my friend and I poorly, disappointing.
I loved this place!! My first visit blew me away - I'll definitely return for great cocktails and amazing live music. The drinks were affordable, especially for Boston; I'd recommend the tequila-based Spiced Paloma and the gin-based take on More
live music, good food, lots of space and a very unique atmosphere
Innovative healthy version of buffalo wings without the wings...(cauliflower)
Had dinner with a large group of about 14 people. Excellent food, comfortable seating. I was especially pleased by the vegetarian options in the menu.
Great place for service, selection and decor. Still gobsmacked at being charged $13.50 for a glass of wine, though.
Love the vibes/decor, love the location, love the food, and even though I've yet to catch a performance here I'm sure I will love that too when I finally do.
Spacious and perfectly-lit... great dinner spot for just about any occasion.
If you're into a jazzy, maybe slightly-hippy scene, you've got to check this place out.
Overpriced and unspectacular food. Many other reviewers have mentioned the very small portions for the price.
Management here is great. My favorite place in Harvard square.
This a great chill, bohemian spot. Great cool lighting and tasteful yet colorful and vibrant art. Fun drinks and delicious food. Wonderful live music. Happy and chill crowd
Very solid place to hang out with friends! I love their long tables and vibe. For food, I've tried the chicken sliders (awesome), chili dog (decent), and buffalo cauliflower (a bit soggy). I'd say their drinks are the highlight with my favorite being the Frozen Ricky Boggy.
My experience at Beat Brasserie was fantastic until...
I played there with my band. The whole club experience was top notch. Everyone we dealt with there was friendly and wonderfully professional. The sound was exquisite. When it came time to load our gear out, I left my van at the back door walked inside to gather some things and returned to my van to find it on the back of a tow truck! Had to pay the guy 100 bucks to leave me alone. Not the club's fault, just part of my experience.
The food here is amazing! It's pretty pricey but the natural bowl was one of the tastiest dishes I ever had. Also the entire menu has many healthy options
Fun, great food, beer and drinks though the portions of food are small and a tad pricey for run of the mill college students ($10+ beers are the norm).
I LOVE beat! It's perfect for any kind of situation or occasion.
$6 for a 4 once pour?! I thought it was a taster when my friend ordered it. Avg $13 for a 10 ounce pour? Cmon. To top it off when we paid the bill our party of 9 had the gratuity automatically added, it was a joy when the waiter showed us the tip button on his fancy iPad when paying. We told him, thanks but the tip was included. Should have reported him to management but that wouldn't have mattered. Worst place I have ever been in Boston. Will never return.
Great restaurant in Harvard square. Sometimes can get pretty crowded, but the staff is very friendly and accommodating.
Beat Brew Hall has everything a Harvard Square eatery should have a Rathskeller feel and a college atmosphere, enough sports-tuned TVs to keep everyone happy, great selection of beers, a sufficient wine list, competent mixed drinks, a professional but fun wait staff, enough fried foods to satisfy those cravings, and even funky and fun bathrooms. The restaurant offers both low- and high-top seating, although the tables are a little bit close together (which, at our visit, was fine, because we really enjoyed chatting with the people at the next table).
Great wait staff! They were fully considerate of a mild nut allergy!
Great food here, also good for folks with dietary restrictions as they have vegetarian/vegan options available. I'd consider it casual fine dining. A gorgeous, whimsical but comfortable space! Great for a group celebration or a nice date.
Awesome restaurant to grab a beer and listen to local musicians with a friend or on a date. Food choices were decent and the waiter was fast and efficient, even when it got super busy. Definitely was not rushed to leave while listening to the band's play.
Misleading menu. I was very disappointed with the proportion of the size between the taco vs bowl. Waitress made it seem like it was a similar plate and in the end I overpaid for two tiny tacos, while my friend got a huge bowl. They should write their menus more clear at least, or otherwise it seems they re being dishonest. Manager didn t seem to care when I explained.
Beat Brew Hall was so accommodating for our alumni event we had there a few weeks ago. Very communicative and caring. Thank you!
Brazilian night on Wednesday s are the best, I feel like home. Live music is so good, the singer rocks. Flatbreads are delicious and they have caipirinhas
Lovely site. I found the lobster pizza fabulous. I recommend it.
I've had some great experiences here -- the wine list is second to none, and the service is usually excellent -- but lately it seems as if the quality (and quantity) of the food has seriously gone downhill, and on my last visit, my group of two had to wait half an hour on a Thursday night for a table we'd already reserved. I know the Beat Brasserie can do better.
Redid the Beat hotel, still a fun place that holds more people now. More about beers than cocktails but the cocktails look pretty good. Extensive beer menu.
Very knowledgeable staff, made great recommendations. Great atmosphere, real low key/ relaxing music when I came in., Interesting food options (I tried the buffalo cauliflower, 8.5/10.) I recommend trying it out.
Disappointing. Used to love Beat Brasserie, this new place doesn't even come close. Very poor vegetarian options, overpriced food, atmosphere feels more like a college dive bar but way to expensive for what it is.
Ordered the quesadilla to share ("For the Table" on the menu), came with only 2 pieces. Not very sharing friendly.
Nice cool & friendly place for friends to hang out.
I like the feel of the place..good music and interiors. Didn't find good vegetarian options though!
My family had Thanksgiving here and we all had a good time! Super friendly waitress (believe her name was Kat) and food was delicious. We typically go to the beehive in Boston but this place was just as great being it's sister company! Cheers all around!
Awesome atmosphere! The staff were friendly, and AWESOME too. Great food, and drinks.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND coming here.
Cool as hell vibes. The drinks are great and the vibe is real laid back.
Great place for live music and food. Never disappointed with this place.
Fantastic place to try craft beers and listen to live music, latino sundays are on fire.
Great staff and atmosphere. The hummus plate is an outstanding starter. A also think they make the best cheeseburger in Harvard Square. I take burgers very seriously.
We had our first Sailing Virgins event at the Beat Brasserie. It's a great spot, friendly staff, well recommended.
An excellent place to cool off on a hot afternoon walking around Harvard. Very good food from the pizza to the salad. We even had a great vegetarian(no eggs or any meat) dish. The service is very courteous and quick. The beer and drinks refreshing. We stopped for lunch because of the good reviews and heard music being played by a band from Venezuela and a Colombian singer helped us enjoy lunch on a hot humid Sunday.
Super fun place, a little loud and busy for me, and the food was hit or miss for my table, but love the beer selection and our server was very attentive despite the very busy time. I'll definitely return.
Very nice place, with live music and excellent attention
It's a cool atmosphere and good food, but I found the prices for dinner a little high for veggie food when there are similar options around town for far less. That said, they seemed to have a decent menu - pretty meat heavy, and it felt like a big draw was the live music.
I've also had brunch here and that was great! I usually make a reservation to be on the safe side.
The place has a great beer selection on the draft and also cocktails and wine .
The live music takes place in the further section of the Beat Brew Hall and starts late at night around 9pm .
I did not order any food during my first couple times I went there. I will likely do my next visit.
I highly recommend this place to hangout with Friends at the bar or dinning on a table..and then, join the crowd on the dance floor and enjoy the music band later
Came the other night for drinks and dinner. My flight was $21 because I didn't read the menu carefully. We also got the "quesadilla" which were two small taco sized cheese things. It is essentially a taco lined with cheese (hard shell). While I liked the atmosphere, waitress, and the drink selection, I would NEVER come back here for food.
Really good beer selection and vibe. Bartenders had good recommendations
Great place, great event location in rear area for private events
Nice place. Good menu. Friendly staff. Second visit as good as the first.
Decent service and food but too expensive for the tiny quantities - it's a bar not a fancy dinning place.
Don't go to this place. The staff is extremely rude and unprofessional. They berated me for putting my head too close to the tables after a long day of work before I even had a drink
A bit on the pricy side, but that's to be expected at a nice establishment such as this. Cool vibe on the inside. I like that it's a mellow bar during day/early evening hours and mode of a lively setting as it gets later in the night. Good drink selection.
Great drinks, fantastic food and live music every single night. Dunno what else I could ask for.
Only complaint is that, since it is relatively upscale, you can't get a mixed drink for less than $10.
Beat Brasserie: A Modern Beer Hall and Restaurant with Live Music, Cocktails, and Parlor Games
If you're looking for a unique dining experience in Cambridge, Massachusetts, look no further than Beat Brasserie. This modern beer hall and restaurant offers over 40 beers on tap, live music performances every night of the week, a backroom cocktail lounge for intimate gatherings or private events, and parlor games to keep you entertained all night long.
Located in the heart of Harvard Square, Beat Brasserie is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. The restaurant's interior is designed to evoke the feeling of an old-world European brasserie with its high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and vintage decor. The space is warm and inviting with plenty of seating options including communal tables perfect for large groups or solo diners looking to make new friends.
The menu at Beat Brasserie features classic American dishes with a modern twist. Start your meal off with one of their signature appetizers like the crispy Brussels sprouts or the charred octopus before moving on to entrees like the grilled hanger steak or pan-seared salmon. Vegetarians will appreciate options like the roasted cauliflower steak or beet risotto.
But what really sets Beat Brasserie apart from other restaurants in Cambridge is their commitment to live music. Every night of the week they feature local musicians playing everything from jazz to rock n' roll. The backroom cocktail lounge also hosts regular DJ nights where you can dance until late into the evening.
Speaking of cocktails - don't miss out on trying one (or several) at Beat Brasserie's bar! Their mixologists are experts at crafting creative drinks using fresh ingredients that perfectly complement your meal. If beer is more your thing then you'll be spoiled for choice with over 40 different brews available on tap.
And if all that eating and drinking has left you feeling competitive then head over to one of their parlor games like shuffleboard or foosball. It's a great way to unwind after a long day at work or spend time catching up with friends.
In conclusion, if you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience in Cambridge then look no further than Beat Brasserie! With its delicious food menu featuring classic American dishes served alongside craft beers & cocktails plus nightly live music performances as well as fun parlor games available too - there really is something here for everyone!
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