Jacques' Cabaret — Restaurant in Boston

I had a great time in this bar until I was harassed by one of the men working the bar. During one of the drag shows, I saw a man in the audience take pictures of a woman he did not know without her consent and he was taking close picture of her face. There were no performers in the area or in the picture, just an unsuspecting woman who did not consent to this stranger taking her picture without her knowledge. I went to the far side of the bar and told the younger bartender the situation as it made me uncomfortable and seemed creepy so I figured they needed to know for safety purposes. The man I spoke to first was very nice and agreed it was creepy. He said he would keep an eye out which is all I was hoping for. I returned to stand with my friends at the other end of the bar, and the older man behind the bar came up and started yelling at me about making a scene over nothing. He said “why does it matter? She’s not complaining!” And when I said that was because she didn’t know it happened, he responded with “women have been getting their photos taken here for 51 years, get over it!” Then he tried to make me leave. A few minutes later he came back and asked me to “move so I can take a picture” and he tried to take a picture of my face without my consent with his personal phone. I hid behind one of my friends so he couldn’t. He continued making comments to me throughout the night and made the entire space feel unsafe for me.

I was just trying to bring sketchy behavior to the managements attention so their patrons could be safe. This bartenders behavior was not only unprofessional it also proves that the safety and security of the bar patrons was not a priority or concern for them.

What should have been a quick comment to the bar for safety and awareness’s sake, the bartender escalated things when he wasn’t even the person I brought this to in the...

I attended the Cannabis Cabaret event at Jaques Bar on January 18, 2025, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM, and unfortunately, my experience was deeply upsetting. The bartender, Chucky, was incredibly unprofessional and exhibited behavior that I can only describe as racially discriminatory toward me and another person of color (POC) sitting nearby.

I was trying to place an order and asked the gentleman next to me to get the bartender's attention. Despite the request, Chucky ignored him and continued to play on his phone. Moments later, he served a white patron sitting across the bar, but still disregarded my attempts to engage. Not once, but twice, I said "excuse me" to get his attention and place an order, only for him to walk past me and ignore my request. He proceeded to walk up and down the bar, chatting with vendors while I visibly became upset.

It wasn’t until I started asking surrounding patrons, "Isn't he the bartender? Isn't this his job?" that the other guests began to notice the clear disrespect I was receiving. The people next to me were visibly shocked and even commented on how inappropriate and offensive it was.

I have never felt more unwelcome at a bar, especially when I was being polite, respectful, and spending money. This kind of behavior—treating POC like second-class citizens—is unacceptable and reflects poorly on this establishment. It makes me feel as though POC are not valued or appreciated here.

I do not recommend this bar to any person of color, as the experience was not just disappointing but outright disrespectful. I will not be returning, and I encourage others to think twice before spending...

Wow, I was soooo looking forward to Jacques, but ended up coming out slightly insulted and disappointed. Perhaps, I should have never came on a Thursday night.

Monday-Burlesque Show Tuesday-Karaoke Wednesday-Drag Show Thursday-Drag Show Friday-Drag Show Saturday-Drag Show Sunday-unknown

The show started at 10:30pm with Melinda Wilson as the MC for the night. Charisma and Ashley Michelle were also part of the trio for the Thursday night showcase.

I think what brought my whole experience down was the rudeness of the MC and the lack of enthusiasm from Charisma's set. The MC insulted my friend and was super pushy about tipping her during her showcase. I love to tip, but like anybody else if you're good, you don't have to ask for tip, it will just come to you...right?!

I want to be fair and state why the MC was rude. My friend loves to have a good time and always laugh when she is enjoying herself. To state to the obvious, we were at a drag show where it naturally brings laughter to the night. I can understand sassiness from them, but when 'she' comes up to you and ask, "What's WRONG with you, you high or something?' 'I want your money, not hers'.........not cool, tsk tsk.

Besides those incidents plus a few others, we tried to enjoy the rest of the night. Ashley Michelle was amazing keeping the energy high for the night. It really felt like we got all them in their 'rehearsal' nights. I would not recommend EVER coming here on Thursday, but perhaps Friday and Saturday.

Our ' waitress' Deana, for the night was wonderful. Just be prepared to be asked some very personal and awkward questions.

PS. Jacques open nightly...