Copperfield’s Bar and Down Under Pub

I have always been to this bar when all of the other bars around Fenway are jam-​packed for a quick drink. Standard bar where you can get a drink faster, jut don’t put down any roots.
It is cash only, so be prepared for that. Honestly, just stop in for a drink quickly to get your buzz and then move on to one of the more hopping bars. They also close pretty much an hour or two after the game ends. They are very dependent on Red Sox games.

Went here after a Sox day game. It’s five o clock and wanted to have a beer.
Sucks it is a cash bar. Hardly anyone carries cash anymore, so hope you brought some. Beers were okay. They probably tasted better since I had been drinking at the game all day.
Buzz was really harshed when probably an hour after we got in, they told us they were closing up. I didn’t know that was a thing that a bar just closed up at six o clock on a Thursday. Apparently, it was because no one was in there and they do this whenever they think no one else is going to come in.
It’s probably because everyone complains about this place being crappy that no one else wants to go. Reading the reviews, it seems like everyone had to make an excuse as to why they went there in the first place.
I love dive bars, but only the dive bars that don’t close on you mid beer.

I expected worse based on the reviews. Staff was friendly, beer overpriced, drafts served in those flimsy plastic cups like you’re at a frat kegger, so you order a Harpoon IPA draft and it comes in a crappy Coors Lite cup. Definitely a poor beer list, all third-​rate stuff in bottles, and most of them light beers. Had some Sam Adams Boston Lager draft that two other people and I thought tasted nasty, sour. Expensive –$ 7 beers, though the bartender stated charging us $ 5 or $ 6 after we left a nice tip (guess they still worked out to $ 7, or a little more) — on top of a $ 10 cover. The take-​away was that here’s a bar that’s only about taking your money, no pretense of offering ambience or a cool vibe. A friend’s band was playing, so that’s the only reason we went. I’ve been in worse places for sure but I see no reason to return.

Let me tell ya something. This place is a complete insult to the Fenway area.
After having such a prime location you’d think that they’d increase their quality a bit.
First off this place reminds me of one of the 18 and over college bars we have on Long Island, where the drinks get served in tacky plastic cups, and oh wait… it’s cash only.
Nextly, while you’re waiting inline to enter the place your nostrils begin to flare from the smell of urine.
I even asked the bouncer, «Is it me or does it smell like a bathroom?»…He said, «What can you expect it’s a bar.»
I was hesitant to enter the place, but gave it a try.
**P.S.– the bathroom was located in the back of the house… I don’t know how the smell can be strong enough to travel that far — they must not change their mop.***
Also, I can’t understand HOW A BAR DOES NOT SERVE ANY FOOD!!!
I think that is absolutely ridiculous… especially in a tourist location such as the Fenway area.
This bar is absolutely ridiculous. and is obviously stuck in its ways.
I don’t know what else to say… I think I’ve said it all.

This is my pre game spot before going to Fenway to see our unpredictable but lovable red Sox. I’ve only ever gotten drinks here, but the service is usually fast and friendly. Almost never overcrowded, which means you can grab a bar stool and watch a couple innings before heading into the park to pay for overpriced bud light. One time I had asked the bartender what they had had for wine. His response? «You don’t want the wine we have here.» Hey, I can appreciate the honesty. It’s definitely a dive-​y atmosphere, but they have cheap drinks and are 2 minutes from Fenway.

Divey is the best way to describe this place. My friend and I went here to kill time and grab some beers before the Sox game. It’s not a bad place, don’t expect too much and you won’t be disappointed.
I wasn’t too excited about the fact that the bar is cash only, but for once in my life I actually had cash on me so it was ok. Decent beers on tap and TVs playing sports also made me pretty happy. Maybe try to wait to use the restroom until after you leave though…

Copperfield’s is the epitome of a dive bar and normally I’m all for finding a laid back spot to grab a couple cheap beers… but unfortunately this place is rather disappointing.
I have been to both the upstairs bar and the downstairs pub as well and both can get pretty crowded before a Sox game. And while I can get past the fact that they serve their beers in plastic cups, it’s a big let down to pay $ 6 for a Yuengling on draft that tastes completely flat. Not to mention the bartenders seem like they could care less about taking care of you in the first place.
I know bars around Fenway can get pretty busy and prices tend to be a little bit higher and thats why a dive bar like Copperfield’s would be a perfect place to stop in on a regular basis, but sadly that isn’t the case. If you are in the area either before or after a game, there are plenty of other places to check out.

Very low key, local bands, cash only. Awkward set up. $ 10 cover. Drink prices not worth it. The crowd was unpredictable and the place itself was relatively empty for a Saturday night. I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re looking to be social and enjoy your evening.

It is what it is… and the few times my husband and I have attended a Sox game or a concert at the Gahden, we have made our way through the throngs of people waiting in line at Game On and the like and have headed «down under» to Copperfield’s. It’s our kind of place… cold beer, dim lighting, fairly prompt service (if you get there early enough). Not much of a white collar crowd here, which is the way we like it. And we’ll be back for sure.

A true dive bar in the middle of the Fenway scene. Horrible interior, looks incredibly unsafe, I’m sure the taps haven’t been cleaned since the Carter Administration, and the TVs make the Sports Depot, near the Garden, look high tech, but… they have a pinball machine and a real shoot to win basketball game, so try this place before they turn it into a hipster retro drink bar. BTW, the beers were pricy for a dive bar, but my visit was before a Sox game (though that shouldn’t change the prices, right?).

«Dive» on in and stay a while.
… Or not. Really, you can do better.
Came here recently for a college alumni event, which was held downstairs. Even with the ceiling fans on it was hotter than Satan’s nether regions, and the ladies’ room looked like it was where Satan *washes* his nether regions, complete with a gigantic centipede hanging out on the wall. Also, not all the bathroom stalls close completely (presumably so Satan can keep an eye on you while you’re in there), and given that the door to the bathroom itself was propped open, the whole situation felt pretty skeevy.
The downstairs bar was fairly spacious and full of TVs, which was cool, but the bartender — who was nice enough, I’ll give him that — did not know what a whiskey smash was, so I had to settle for a Jack n’ Diet Coke that came in a tiny plastic cup and set me back $ 8.
I plan on writing a letter to my school’s alumni board beseeching them to never hold an event there again. I’ll be paying my students loans off probably for the rest of my life — that alone should warrant nicer venues for alumni events.

Oh Copperfield’s, your seediness, dark areas, cash only establishment makes me fall in love with you time and time again like a boyfriend you fight with for 3 hours until 2am and the next day you are back with him enjoying brunch and holding hands.
This is my pre-​game go to establishment as it’s packed but never too overwhelming. The bouncers may intimidate you but they are cute and cuddly like teddy bears when they need to be. Service is attentive and quick and I am always able to get a place to lean on and have my large group of friends flock here before a game.
Go here to get away from the commercial styles of Fenway

The only, ONLY reason that this place gets two stars? 1) Local music. 2) Arcade games. All the other things take away points in a seemingly-​endless parade. Like, why are there only 10 seats in the whole place? Why is it cash only? Why do they only use plasticware? Why are their «glasses» of wine sized for Barbie dolls? Why are they so disorganized? Why is there only one bartender? Why does it SMELL like that? Why aren’t the bathrooms in useable condition? Why are the bouncers such pretentious jerks? Why don’t they serve ANY food?

the people that work here are rude and shouldn’t be bartenders. Part of being a bartender is interacting with the patrons and having a smile on your face.
Just go some place else. There are 100 other bars you can go to. Pick one and it will be a million times better.
I’m ashamed to admit I have even been here.

When my friend and I were told by the bouncer/​doorman/​whoever he was that our cover would be waived (because our instincts told us not to go in, especially for a cover, and our hesitation was obvious), it could have meant something very good or something very bad. It was the latter.
You put my beer in a plastic solo cup and the price is still outrageous? No.
Hardly any seating? No.
I don’t think this stall door shuts??? No.
Cash-​only after everything else also sucks? No.
After writing on Facebook that this place was horrendous, a handful of my friends «liked» my status. Seems agreed-​upon and I won’t be going back.

I went there last night, and I am not going there ever again.
The bartenders are very rude. One of them asked me to stop calling him.
Of course I had call him because he wouldn’t come. He told me to put my hand off, and after he finally served me, I did not tip him because of the bar service.
The other bartender (an afro-​american one) came form the other side of the bar, and threw me a one dollar bill on my face after he saw that I did not tip his «friend». I did not even know why he did that, and asked him if something was wrong, he started yelling at me asking to go outside and fight. I cooled down and did not pay attention to him…
Can you guys believe that? I thought I was the only one with such a bad experience but after talking to some people, many others told me that the service was horrible.
I dont know you, but I am not going ever again to this bar…

I mean… its not like you go to Copp’s for the Sushi, go-​go dancers and Cristal. You go there to enjoy a beer, strong shots and awesome bartenders. Its called «Down Under Pub»… AKA a dive… AKA Not for you Mr One star giver. Go down the street to the Absolute Bar and tell me if they even let you through the front door.
Its thee place to go AFTER the SOX game if your with a friend or two and just want a beer without getting hassled by some drunk loser (OK sometimes they’re there too but if they bother you enough the bouncer will give them the boot no questions asked) … and for a live local band! My cousin’s band has played here many times and every single time the staff has been very accommodating and informative. Its kind of a do as you please place and if you’re extra nice and not a total D-​Bag you just may get a free shot. However beware — they REALLY don’t like D-​Bags so hey you Mr. I think I’m total awesome with my tapered jeans and giant over sized red sox jersey who likes to demand his drink at once while eye f-​ing any woman that breathes and sways from bar stool to bar stool. Go Home.
Check Please.

The service is prompt, the shots are strong, and the bathrooms really aren’t as bad as I have read on Unilocal.
No problems here.

Another bar pretty much like all of the others in the Fenway area, except that they have live bands play here and their drinks are a little cheaper. Other than that, really there isn’t anything unique about this bar at all.
It is one of those standard wooden interior pub style bars, and personally I think a $ 10 cover to see a show here is a bit on the high side. My friend Dan played with his band here and barely any of the cover went to the band at all, and for a venue like that $ 10 is just too high. The acoustics need to be a little better than that for the price.
There are multiple stages here though, so if you come here to see a band, they may be playing upstairs or downstairs so beware of that. The drinks are only okay here too, probably because this bar is really just okay. I wouldn’t come out of my way to come here, but we did have a good time in the small crowd space in front of the stage upstairs. So A-​OK it is!

Big. Fat. Dive.
Holy crap.
The only saving grace is the back room with the basketball game. I enjoyed watching guys faces fall when the girl in the black dress and pearls plain whooped them (psst: that girl was me).