Watch CBS News

Boston's Best Frozen Margaritas

From classic frozen margaritas to innovative mojitos and crushed ice Moscow mules, Boston has every delicious frozen drink you can imagine. Whether you are in Charlestown, Quincy Market or South Boston, there is a cool, refreshing cocktail waiting for you nearby. Check out these spots for the best frozen drinks in Boston.
Papagayo
(Photo credit: Papagayo)

Papagayo
283 Summer St.
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 423-1000
www.papagayoboston.com

Papagayo serves the best frozen margaritas in Boston, hands down. Patrons can choose from different fruit flavors or classic, each of which packs a delicious punch of tequila. If you're a tequila fan, try one of Papagayo's tequila snow cones. This spot also offers homemade sangria and mojitos - making it the perfect spot for dinner or drinks this summer.

Lolita1
Photo credit: Lolita

Lolita Cocina
271 Dartmouth St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 369-5609
www.lolitatequilabars.com

Lolita, located in Boston's Back Bay, is widely known as one of the country's top tequila bars. Customers rave about its frozen house margarita, which is a twist on your average margarita. This one includes grapefruit, which adds a tart kick to an otherwise sweet beverage. The cocktail menu features other creative margaritas and mojitos in addition to a delicious-looking non-alcoholic selection.

Pier61
Photo credit: Pier 6

Pier 6
1 8th St.
Charlestown, MA 02129
(617) 337-0054
www.Pier6Boston.com

Located in the venue that used to be Tavern on the Water, Pier 6 offers up a fresh menu with mouth-watering cocktails. This is one of summer's most picturesque places to enjoy a margarita on the deck overlooking the harbor and the Boston skyline. The drinks include the "Life Saver" which is frozen strawberries, vodka, lime and club soda, and the "Southie Mule" which, appropriately, is whiskey, ginger beer, and lime over crushed ice. What a wonderful way to enjoy an evening sunset!

Related: Boston's Best Stores For Swimsuits

Zuma
Photo credit: Zuma Tex Mex

Zuma
7 N. Market St.
Boston, MA 02109
(617) 367-9114
www.zumatexmexgrill.com

Want to enjoy a frozen margarita on a budget? Look no further than Zuma Tex Mex Grille in the heart of Fanieul Hall. Though it is in a touristy location, this place serves up an authentic vibe for a price that will make you happy. In addition to serving margaritas by the glass or by the pitcher, it also serves buckets of beer, which adds to the low-key atmosphere. This is the perfect place for a large group because no one will complain about splitting the bill.

Salsa's Mexican Restaurant
118 Dorchester St.
South Boston, MA 02127
(617) 269-7878
www.salsasmexican.com

Salsa's is South Boston's go-to margarita spot. The casual, budget-friendly restaurant is perfect for a weekday treat or low-key weekend. Since 1998, Salsa's has been serving up some of the best frozen margaritas in town. It also brags of a fantastic tequila list.

Related: Ask A Boston Expert: Dressing For Work In The Summer Heat

Cameron Bruns is the founder of BostonGreenBlog.com and co-author of Just Us Gals Boston. She lives in Boston's North End, where her goal is to promote ethical, stylish, and sustainable lifestyle choices to all Boston residents. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.