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The Playwright Bar & Cafe
658 E Broadway
Boston, MA 02127
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#600 of 1,839 restaurants in Boston
  • Cuisines: American, Hamburgers
  • Price range*: $1-$20
  • Neighborhood: South
  • Address: 658 E Broadway, Boston, MA 02127
  • Phone:  (617) 269-2537
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“great food - great...”
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4 of 5 stars
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Jan 18, 2008

great food - great veggies...they do a good job....total bar...great to watch the game...fun spot more

“Great burgers and I like...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 4, 2008

Great burgers and I like the open seating in the nicer weather. more

“Great when its not packed”
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4 of 5 stars
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Dec 11, 2007

Great when its not packed more

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The Playwright Bar & Cafe Address

658 E Broadway, Boston, MA 02127
Tel: (617) 269-2537
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.