Boston’s Best Irish Pubs
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Often considered the most Irish city in America, Boston features a bounty of Irish pubs that would make even a native Dubliner feel at home. In fact, some longtime Irish Bostonians call the city “the next parish over from Galway Bay.” If you’re visiting Boston on bank holiday or just want to soak up the local Irish flavor, then head on over to these pubs:
- Between Government Center and the North End (Boston’s version of Little Italy), Union Street offers a taste of Irish tradition with cobblestones and good ol’ Irish pubs. Paddy O’s is the perfect spot for starting a pub crawl. Handcrafted beers and a laidback atmosphere welcome visitors from all over the world. Paddy O’s also serves Irish specialties like seafood and shepherd pie.
- Just a few doors away from Paddy O’s, Hennessy’s of Boston was voted “Best Irish Bar in Boston” five times by The Improper Bostonian. This multi-level bar hosts live music Thursday-Saturday, so expect a lively crowd (and a small cover charge) on weekends.
- Also near Hennessy’s and Paddy O’s, the Green Dragon Tavern was voted Best Irish Pub of 2007 by Boston Magazine. Legend has it that this historic pub was where colonists overheard British soldiers discussing their plans to invade Lexington and Concord. The tavern also hosts live music nightly.
- The nearby Mr. Dooley’s Boston Tavern features friendly service and an eclectic menu. Dooley’s hosts American or Irish bands and musicians Friday though Saturday, and Irish ex-pats tend to congregate there on Sundays.
- The Black Rose, also in the area, has been listed among America’s top ten Irish establishments. Rumor has that U2 played at The Black Rose before becoming an international rock sensation. Other notable musical performers include John Denver and members of The Chieftains. In addition to live music nightly, The Black Rose serves up traditional homemade Irish favorites including fish and chips, native lobster, and corned beef.
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