Category Archives: On The Bar

When I go out in Boston, I tend to skip over clubs and head to restaurant bars and lounges where it is easier to meet and chat with people.

Over time, I’ve developed friendly relationships with a number of Boston’s bartenders and from time to time I like to feature them.  Today I wanted to introduce you to Chase Sutton who works at one of my favorite places in the South End, Boston Chops.

Chase is a 25 year old Phoenix-native who came to Boston via Austin, TX.  He has worked at Boston Chops since it opened in March 2013, and he works Chops long bar like a pro, making delicious drinks and serving them with a friendly smile.  If you are unsure what to order, Chase suggests trying their Manhattan ($14) made with their homemade 5 spice bitters or #Smashed ($11) made with muddled strawberries and basil, bourbon, maple and lemon.  If spirits aren’t your thing, try the Domaine Wachau Gruner ($10) or Orin Swift Location-I ($14) an Italian red blend perfect with food or on its own.

You can find Chase behind the bar Wednesday – Saturday night and for brunch on Sunday. If you stop by tell him BosGuy says hello and slip him an extra few bucks when you tip out at the end of the night.

Boston Chops features a beautiful, long bar that comfortably seats 25.

Boston Chops 1375 Washington Street – Boston’s South End

When I go out in Boston, I often choose to sit at the bar because it is easier to meet and talk with people.

Over time, I’ve developed friendly relationships with a number of Boston’s bartenders and from time to time I like to feature them.  Today’s bartender is Alejandro Alvarez who works at one of my favorite places in the neighborhood, Stella.

If you are a fan of Stella, then you too probably know Alejandro, who has been working here since the spring of 2010. You may not know that he helps design their creative cocktail menu, which includes 20 new libations each season.  With the fall drink menu rolling out this month, be sure to come back and enjoy new drinks that will include blood oranges, sage, apples and cinnamon (obviously not all in the same drink).

Stella Boston – 1525 Washington Street – Boston’s South End

You can find Alejandro at Stella’s front bar every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.  Should you find yourself at Stella when Alejandro is working, please tell him BosGuy says hello and tip him generously.