A famous watering hole, often featured in live camera shots during crucial Red Sox games. The Cask 'n Flagon is where Red Sox nation gathers to celebrate or commiserate. Recently featured in the Reebok ad that debuted during the 2007 World Series - Donny Wahlberg sat at the bar here, and Bobby Orr walked by too. Those heading to a game can save a few bucks by filling up on the Cask's straightforward bar fare and skipping the ballpark's expensive snacks. The walls are lined with high-definition TVs and photos that depict the histories of Fenway and the Sox. Locals fill the huge wraparound bar that resides in the middle of the main room while keeping an eye on all the sports news via an ever-present sports ticker. The Cask has some of the city's most aggressive bouncers--be on your best behavior.

Boston Beer Works is the oldest brewery/restaurant combo in Boston. They have 3 locations, this one across from Fenway is bustling during baseball season and throughout the year. The beers on tap change weekly. Usually there are several seasonal offerings to go along with a stable of beers, ranging from light to dark. There are alternatives for those not inclined towards the hop-laden brews too. The food is excellent - basic American bar food done right. And what's better than tucking into a burger and a beer? Chowing down right next to the tanks where that beer was made.

Thanks to its close proximity to Fenway Park, Game On is a great place to come and watch the game if you can't score a ticket to the game. Good bar food and tons of TVs. They also have a crazy after-game scene, as the younger crowds flock here to party after a Red Sox win. Check out Game On's menu of traditional Fenway fare like authentic Buffalo Wings, potstickers, fried ravioli and Chowda & Chips HERE.

A bar on the edge of Fenway Park's outfield. You enter from Lansdowne Street, but a large window in the sitting area allows diners and drinkers to peer out onto the field to watch the games. According to BU Today, there's "no nachos, no chicken wings, no quesadillas," so don't expect typical bar fair; "high-end," classic sandwiches like "pastrami, salami, beef brisket, corned beef, liverwurst.... turkey club, grilled cheese with bacon, and 'sliders'" make up the better part of the menu's hearty choices. Click here to view their menu. On tap: Bud, Miller Light and Sam Seasonal.

Your basic no-frills, neighborhood restaurant.

If you want a Happy Meal after the Red Sox win, this McDonald's is very convenient to Fenway Park.

This chain is known for their great ice cream and smoothies. Started in Boston, they have fairly unique flavors and no singing scoopers (unlike the corporate entity across the street). This particular location is quite small (as are most of the downtown locations) but it's very convenient for those going to the movies or the surrounding stores.

Housed within the Howard Johnson Hotel - this is the same venerable Hong Kong that you may know from Harvard Square. Scorpion bowls and all those other very strong, tropically influenced drinks are available along with the Chinese food. No Msg, Very Friendly service. the layout is strange - as it is in an old HowardJ's. dont let that fool you... The prices are great, $4-10 for most dishes. Tip: I would only avoid going there before or after games... or else you'll be sitting near 5 pot-bellied dudes getting liquored up and loud as hell before a Sox game.

This Starbucks opened in 2007 and has an interesting layout. On the weekends, it tends to be pretty laid back. Not sure if the weekdays are any different, with the commuters. The baristas here tend to be very good.

This sports bar sits just on the edge of Fenway Park. If you can't get tickets to the game, you can watch it from the roof deck here with it's mini version of the Green Monster and feel like your as close as you can get. It's got your classic bar food menu (wings, burgers, beers) and a friendly atmosphere. A great place to watch the game for the more traditional Fenway bar experience. The crowd here is generally a bit older than at Game On.