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Jacques' Cabaret

Bar Cabaret club

An offbeat bar & cabaret hosting over-the-top drag performances & a weekly karaoke night. People often mention great, drag, show, bachelorette, night, performers, time, queens, party, amazing,


Address

79 Broadway St, Boston, MA 02116

Website

www.jacquescabaret.com

Contact

(617) 426-8902

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (115 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 1 PM to 12 AM
  • Friday: 1 PM to 12 AM
  • Saturday: 12 PM to 12 AM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 12 PM to 12 AM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 1 PM to 12 AM
  • Tuesday: 1 PM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 1 PM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (14) drag (9) show (9) bachelorette (8) night (8) performers (8) time (8) queens (7) party (6) amazing (6)
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  • 5/5 Sabrina G. 5 years ago on Google
    This was our finale for a bachelorette party, and it was a great choice. It's a small bar, with some large, and in charge, entertainment. (It's a drag club, so extra flare.) The ladies performing all had their own style, and it was a lot of fun! One of the women did songs that you knew, but with a dirty dirty twist, and she was hilarious to watch perform! My favorite had some serious 'tude in a great way! She gave grief (in a fun way) to those being cheap and only offering a dollar tip, have some sassy side eye, and other things like it. She also had my favorite performances, too. Most of her outfits had movement to them, or she changed part of the way through, or both. She had some serious moves, too. They pulled all those celebrating birthdays up, and then, they got up all those celebrating engagements. I like that they gave all of the people a second to really shine and celebrate their big event. Also I was in charge of organizing for the bachelorette party, and the guests sucked. I think I called 4 times in one (that day) day to change the number, because of last minute additions and drop outs. They were so great to accommodate me, and I'm really grateful that my cousins bachelorette party wasn't ruined by the guests. Great place for a fun night!
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Mark Bailey C. 1 year ago on Google
    I was here for 2 weeks with a huge group of gays and we really were interested in coming to this bar. We tried Monday...CLOSED Tuesday?.....nope....CLOSED We just tried to come tonight and they were closing early. UPDATE YOUR HOURS SO YOU DONT WASTE PATRONS TIME WHO TRY TO DRINK AND GIVE YOU MONEY Go to Club Cafe. Fun vibe and the hours posted are ACTUALLY correct 👌
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ava B. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing place to see drag performers and get drinks. This place is nice because the performers interact with the audience and give a feeling of family. After the show, one of the queens gave me a hug and we took a selfie together. The bar is only serving drinks during the show, and, aside from another patron getting in my space (probably drunk), was very good. The place is great for members of the LGBTQ+ community, but anyone can find lots of fun. There is even a modern jukebox that plays music for a dollar. There is a $15 admission 🎫 and is for individuals 21+. Tipping is recommended for performers but not required. Masks must be worn when not seated at the bar or a table. ID is required and a hand stamp is given for reentry after smoking or vaping. Starting April 2022, there may be open stage nights. Ask a performer after the show about how you can start performing drag.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 MJ P. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is iconic. Shows start at 8 and bar close at 12 due to neighbors proximity. Drinks are great and decor is eclectic and not new but it whats makes this place so unique. Owner is so friendly and lovely. This is a Boston gay scene gem.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Collin B. 1 year ago on Google
    Thursday night drag show at Jacques' was amazing! Would most definitely return! There were two queens and with the smaller size venue the queens were able to get the audience involved in the performances. The drinks were very strong and highly worth the price! Great atmosphere and everyone was so welcoming. You can tell the queens are so passionate about what they do so tip heavy and enjoy it! Truly was an awesome time and I highly recommend!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Maxime 1 year ago on Google
    15$ cover per person for a drag shows that involve a 1 minute performance for a 5 minutes walk around the audience to ask for tips. It was quite deceiving and boring. Also, it’s a bachelorette crowd.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maria s. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the best and most exotic features of this particular cabaret is that no glasses honey. No broken dreams and shots, you get dixie cups.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tracy R. 7 months ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, great service, and great drag show performers! There is no food there so eat ahead of time (plenty of other local places to eat). Was a really fun night to celebrate a 50th birthday, was fun to watch others who were out celebrating birthday and bachelor/bachelorette parties. The MC brought them up on stage and the queens interacted with the crowd. Laughed all night!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Audrey J. 6 months ago on Google
    Anyone who didn’t leave this LEGENDARY establishment five stars should check themselves. The best dive bar still standing downtown. Shows and performers and staff are tremendous. Real heart and soul and culture here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michelle C. 4 months ago on Google
    Wonderful gay bar. Drag stroll was a blast, and karaoke Tuesday was also a good time. Will definitely visit again, made my first time in Boston a memorable one. Thank you for the hospitality.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angel G. 5 years ago on Google
    We went for a bachelorette party and had a blast! All of the performers were fantastic. It was a great night and a great show. Perfect mix of music, both current with some throwbacks. The MC was not only hysterical but had amazing dance moves! 💃🏼
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 aron r. 2 years ago on Google
    Katya lived here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 socialite chris L. 3 years ago on Google
    Best trans nightclub staff are great
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Lance C. 6 years ago on Google
    Entertainment for an hour was great, fun and they interact wiith the customer. However, it's all reservation tables for bridal party, very few men, and coverage just to get in was $15 a person. Coverage was overpriced for what basically is black painted walls, cheap seating and basic back alleyway bar feel. This one is a toss up, entertainment made it fun , prices however are not reasonable
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 tracy k. 10 months ago on Google
    We had a blast!! Took my cousin for her 21st birthday and it was the best time! The Queens were amazing and interacted with the crowd. Drinks were stroooong and good- worth the price. I just cant reiterate how much fun we had.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Scott H. 1 year ago on Google
    The worst bar service I have had in my life....pay a $15 cash only cover and wait 15 minutes for a drink siting at the bar...then the bar tender left the room again
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kathryn L. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a bachelorette party here! They were fantastic. Our bride to be had an amazing time!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sophia D. 7 months ago on Google
    love it here so much!!!!!! amazing drink selection, shows every night, and tobi is adorable.

  • 5/5 Allegra D. 11 months ago on Google
    Queens were amazing! Everyone was so nice and welcoming

  • 5/5 Tragedy C. 10 months ago on Google
    So much fun, talent, creativity, and positive vibes!!! Absolutely fabulous show, venue, staff, performers, talent, creativity, and FUN.

  • 5/5 Sohini M. 1 year ago on Google
    The performers are so talented! We had a blast for my birthday celebration

  • 5/5 Lee E. 1 year ago on Google
    Went on Saturday night. The place was mostly bachelorette parties but we got to watch the drag show from the back. Friendly staff and good beer selection.

  • 5/5 Cory O. 2 years ago on Google
    Thank you, Jacques for a great time. The drag is spectacular, the drinks strong, and the hospitality is top notch. Extra thanks to Chris behind the bar- you’re awesome!

  • 5/5 taesha a. 2 years ago on Google
    This place was an absolute blast. The host Destiny was absolutely hilarious and all of the queens were phenomenal. Definitely coming back regularly I loved it

  • 5/5 Momo H. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome and entertaining performance! Gorgeous gorgeous. They keep it fun, exciting, and engaged with the audience. Will definitely return! Cash only, come prepared but there is an ATM on site if needed.

  • 5/5 Sexy b. 2 years ago on Google
    Old school FUN

  • 5/5 Ximena H. 2 years ago on Google
    Very talented queens!

  • 1/5 Timo M. 5 years ago on Google
    If you are English and you like a good drag show then do not come here.... The boys prance around miming to the songs, and that is it. There is no audience interaction except when they come round through the ''crowd'' (which on the night I was there consisted of three hen parties), expecting you to tip them.... 15 dollar door charge does not help either. The beer is reasonable price though and the bar staff not too unfriendly when they finally see you.

  • 5/5 Marty G. 7 years ago on Google
    I had a great time. A friend and I went there for her birthday, and yes, there's a lot of birthday and wedding parties here, but you know, it's fun. The bartender was really nice and the performance was great. I didn't reserve a table, but I had just as much fun at the bar. It's cash only, so just be warned!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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