The Best Irish Bars In Boston: Saint Patrick’s Day Edition
Here in Boston, we have a pretty solid selection of Irish Bars to choose from, even though we are not the pickiest bunch. As long as there is good beer,…
Here in Boston, we have a pretty solid selection of Irish Bars to choose from, even though we are not the pickiest bunch. As long as there is good beer, good vibes, and a chance of your shoes sticking to the floor, you did it right!
[time-restricted show="2024-03-01T20:00:00.000Z"]With plenty of Irish bars to choose from, all you need is an ice-cold pint, some friends, maybe a green outfit & some parade beads, and there you have it... the perfect St. Patrick's Day celebration![/time-restricted]From the oldest Irish bar in Boston, J.J. Foley's Café, to the newest spots, here is a list of the most beloved Irish bars in Boston.
[time-restricted show="2025-03-01T20:00:00.000Z"]Where will you be spending Saint Patrick's Day?[/time-restricted]Will you be hanging in Southie at the beloved Murphy's Law, or getting after it at Shenanigan's? Or maybe you will be keeping it simple, and laying low...Yeah right!
You could always keep it classy at Coogan's, or head over to Emmet's in Beacon Hill for a cold one. We can't forget about Fenway Park and the iconic Lansdowne Pub which is almost guaranteed to be a packed house. Maybe you can even get a classic Fenway Frank on the way!
You can't go wrong heading to Faneuil Hall and spending your day at places like The Black Rose, or Sissy K's! Plus, all these spots are likely to have live music all day long!
In no particular order, here is our list of favorite Irish Bars in the Boston Area.
Ned Devine's
1 Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston, MA 02109
This may seem like a casual pub by day, but at night it turns into one big party with live music and lots of dancing.
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Lansdowne Pub
9 Lansdowne St, Boston, MA 02215
If you haven't been to Lansdowne for a night out with your friends, you should definitely get on that! With live bands, and great drinks, it is a great place to have a good time.
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The Black Rose
160 State St, Boston, MA 02109
The Black Rose is traditional neighborhood tavern with great food, live music, and plenty of ale!
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Sissy K's
4 Commercial Street, Boston, MA 02109
With dancing upstairs and a live band downstairs where can you go wrong?
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The Burren
247 Elm St, Somerville, MA 02144
Known for its incredible live music, this Irish bar will have you dancing and drinking beers all night! They have a friendly down to earth vibe, and it is the perfect place for a night out with friends.
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Emmets Irish Pub
6 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108
Classic Irish Alehouse bringing a little bit of Ireland to Beacon Hill. They are one of the most authentic pubs in Boston, serving up true Irish fare and perfectly poured pints of Guinness.
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L Street Tavern
658 E 8th St, Boston, MA 02127
Located in South Boston, this is a cozy neighborhood spot and was used as a hangout spot for Matt Damon and Ben Affleck while filming Good Will Hunting. The pub still embraces the true Southie spirit and retains its local charm.
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Mr. Dooley's
77 Broad St, Boston, MA 02109
This is a traditional Irish Bar, known for impromptu fiddle sessions! There is seven day a week entertainment here, I'll cheers to that!
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J.J. Foley's Cafe
117 E Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02118
First opened in 1909, J.J. Foley's Café is the oldest, continuously running Irish Bar in Boston!
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Durty Nelly's
108 Blackstone St, Boston, MA 02109
They call themselves "Boston's friendliest dive bar," and they might just be right.
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The Banshee
934 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02125
The perfect place to kick back, relax, and watch both domestic and European sports, with over 14 flat-screen TVs!
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Murphy's Law
837 Summer St, Boston, MA 02127
Murphy's law is an old school Irish Pub with great drinks and a cheerful vibe. This is a favorite spot for the locals to relax and have a beer.
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Biddy Early's
141 Pearl St, Boston, MA 02110
"The Best damn dive bar in Boston" (according to their website)
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The Plough and Stars
912 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Open for over 50 years, The Plough and Stars, has become a staple of the Cambridge community. They have a warm and cozy atmosphere and a great music scene.
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Shenannigans Bar
332 W Broadway, Boston, MA 02127
This South Boston bar has a contemporary Bar with an Irish flair. Shenannigans has a great beer selection and is guaranteed to have the big game on TV. Their slogan is "We may be prone to shenanigans and malarkey." My type of place!
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Brendan Behan Pub
378 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
This Irish Pub is known for having a large beer list, good vibes, and regular live music.
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Eire Pub
795 Adams St, Boston, MA 02124
This bar has a historic significance in Boston. It was known as a traditional "Men's Bar, but has since been transformed into a well known pub with great food and drinks. It has become a stop for all sorts of celebrities' like President Reagan, and President Clinton!
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The Druid
1357 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139
This place is great for traditional Irish music and a proper Guinness!
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J.J. Donovan's Tavern
27 Clinton St, Boston, MA 02109
Located in the heart of Faneuil Hall, this is the ideal place to relax, have a drink, and choose a tune on the jukebox.
The Green Dragon Tavern
11 Marshall St, Boston, MA 02108
This historic Irish pub was apparently a favorite of Paul Revere and John Hancock! It is said that the Green Dragon is where Paul Revere heard of the plans for the invasion of Lexington and Concord, and where he began his ride.
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Corrib Pub
396 Market St, Brighton, MA 02135
12030 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132
A local favorite! "Enjoy a taste of Ireland in the heart of Boston" - your friends at the Corrib Pub
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Hennessy's Bar
25 Union St, Boston, MA 02108
Hennessey's website describes their vibe as a blend of rural Ireland merging with the upbeat pace of Downtown Boston. With live music seven nights a week, and an extensive beer and liquor list, what's not to love?
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Paddy O's
33 Union St #22, Boston, MA 02108
Paddy O's is a very welcoming Irish sports bar with a variety of live music acts, from legendary Boston bands to traditional Irish sessions.
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Olde Magoun's Saloon
518 Medford St, Somerville, MA 02145
Craft beer and cocktails, friendly neighborhood vibes, and sports on TV, what could be better than that?
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The Phoenix Landing
512 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
The Phoenix Landing gives modern Irish pub vibes and is very versatile! It is part sports bar and part dance club!
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Irish Village
224 Market St, Brighton, MA 02135
This is a laid back Irish sports bar that has been a Brighton landmark since the early 1970's.
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Porter Bellys
338 Washington St, Brighton, MA 02135
This Irish pub is always busy with live bands, karaoke, and sports on TV
M.J. O'Connor's
27 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116
M.J. O'Connor's refers to themselves as "New England fare with an Irish Twist."
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Coogan's
171 Milk St, Boston, MA 02109
Coogan's is a classic Irish Pub with American-style pub food and great beer specials.
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