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Boston's Best Bars For Celebrity Sightings

Celebrity sightings may not be quite as common in Boston as they are in New York or Los Angeles, but you can still see stars if you know where to look. When singers, actors, and athletes are in town for concerts, filming, or games, they unwind at some of the best bars in town. Here are some of Boston's bars with A-list celebrity sightings.
sonsie
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Sonsie
327 Newbury St.
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 351-2500
www.sonsieboston.com

This chic restaurant is a known brunch spot for Tom and Giselle. Sonsie's bar has seen the faces of Jon Hamm, James Marsden, and other celebrity actors who are filming in Boston. An added bonus is that the tables closest to the street face outward, so diners are in the perfect position to spot celebrities shopping on Newbury Street.

bambara
Photo credit: Bambara/Facebook

Bambara
25 Edwin H. Land Blvd.
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 868-4444
www.bambara-cambridge.com

Located in Hotel Marlowe, this bar attracts celebs staying in the building and in surrounding Cambridge hotels. Jessica Biel, Justin Timberlake, and JT's entire concert crew have been spotted partying here. The bar menu offers delicious snacks to pair with the lengthy cocktail list.

the harp
Photo credit: The Harp/Facebook

The Harp
85 Causeway St.
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 742-1010
www.harpboston.com

The Harp is your typical Boston Irish bar. Its location across from the TD Garden and hopping atmosphere have attracted many celebrity visitors after high-stakes Bruins and Celtics games. Reported visitors to this bar include Johnny Depp, Drake, and the Daily Show's Rob Corddry. Even if there aren't any stars there during your visit, The Harp is always crowded and lively during games.

bijou
Photo credit: Bijou/Facebook

Bijou
51 Stuart St.
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 357-4565
www.bijouboston.com

This upscale nightclub hosted Jay Z and his entourage after his concert this past fall. Bijou frequently features famous guest DJs, drawing in the socialites of the city. Other past sightings at the high-energy, chic club include NBA stars Kevin Durrant and Chris Paul.

alibi
Photo credit: Facebook/Alibi

Alibi
215 Charles St.
Boston, MA 02114
(857) 241-1144
www.alibiboston.com

Alibi is located in the Liberty Hotel, a renovated jail. The hotel and club chose to leave some of the cells and metal bars to give the space an edgy look. Kate Hudson, Larry David, Kevin James, Luke Wilson, and Eva Mendez have all been spotted at Alibi. You're guaranteed to see celebs here since A-list mugshots line the club's walls.

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