Former "Cheers" Bar in Boston's Faneuil Hall Could Become Tree House Brewery

The popular Massachusetts-based brewery has applications pending to take over the iconic TV show-inspired space.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:57pm

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A high-end, photorealistic studio still-life photograph featuring a collection of premium, polished glassware and brewing equipment arranged elegantly on a clean, monochromatic background, conceptually representing the craftsmanship and attention to detail of Tree House Brewing's operations.The iconic Faneuil Hall Marketplace in Boston could soon welcome a new tenant, as Tree House Brewing eyes the former "Cheers" bar space for its latest brewery and taproom.Boston Today

The former "Cheers" bar at Boston's Faneuil Hall Marketplace could be replaced by a Tree House Brewing Co. location, according to pending applications with the state's Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission. Tree House is proposing to use the 15,958 square foot space for a "best-in-class brewery and distillery, beverage garden operation selling draft and carry-out beverages, as well as limited retail products."

Why it matters

The closure of the "Cheers"-themed bar in 2020 marked the end of an era for the iconic TV show's Boston presence. Tree House Brewing taking over the space would bring a popular local brewery brand to the historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace, potentially drawing new visitors and revitalizing the area.

The details

Tree House Brewing Co. has applications pending with the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission to take over the former "Cheers" bar space at 200 Faneuil Hall Marketplace. The term sheet indicates Tree House plans to use the 9,671 square feet of ground floor and basement space, plus an additional 6,287 square feet for a beer garden, to operate a "best-in-class brewery and distillery" along with a beverage garden and limited retail.

  • The former "Cheers" bar at Faneuil Hall closed in August 2020.
  • Tree House Brewing's applications with the state are currently pending approval.

The players

Tree House Brewing Co.

A popular Massachusetts-based brewery chain that has six locations in New England, including its main brewery in Charlton and a Boston site in the Prudential Center.

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

A historic marketplace and meeting hall in downtown Boston, home to the former "Cheers" bar that was a replica of the iconic TV show's setting.

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What’s next

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission must approve Tree House Brewing's pending applications before the brewery can move forward with its plans for the former "Cheers" space.

The takeaway

The potential arrival of Tree House Brewing at Faneuil Hall Marketplace would bring a beloved local brand to one of Boston's most iconic tourist destinations, potentially revitalizing the area after the closure of the "Cheers"-themed bar in 2020. This move highlights the ongoing evolution of Boston's hospitality landscape as businesses adapt to changing consumer preferences and economic conditions.