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17 Irish pubs in Boston

Is it any surprise that Boston has some of the best Irish pubs? | Photo by @solasboston

From attending festive parades to cooking up corned beef and cabbage, there are many ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Boston. If you’re looking to spend the day by grabbing a pint (or two) at a local pub we know a few spots to explore.

Pull up a stool and take a seat — here are 17 local bars and traditional pubs where you can raise a glass of Guinness and snack on Irish fare.

The Black Rose, 16 State St.
The Faneuil Hall landmark has been serving up Guinness and traditional Irish fare daily since 1976 — no wonder it’s dubbed the “Fenway Park of Irish Pubs.”

The Dubliner, 2 Center Plz.
Come for the beer, stay for the food by Chef Aidan McGee of Ireland’s county Donegal. Pro tip: Don’t skip the Irish seafood chowder and homemade soda bread.

Image from iOS — A look inside The Dubliner.
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The Burren, 247 Elm St., Somerville
Steps from the Red Line and Tufts University, this Davis Square staple is on Thrillist’s list of “The 21 Best Irish Pubs in America.” Visit for nightly live music performances + a delicious Guinness beef stew.

Mr. Dooley’s, 77 Broad St.
With down to earth hospitality in the heart of the Financial District, Dooley’s opened its doors in 1991 and has since become the place to meet for a pint and a chat. This cozy pub has no TVs, so you can fully immerse yourself in the live music + hearty pub food.

Galway House, 710 Centre St., Jamaica Plain
For over 60+ years, this family-owned joint has provided quality food and a wide selection of beer, wine, and cocktails + five big-screen TVs.

Irish Village, 224 Market St., Brighton
Order a drink and toasty (a toasted ham and cheese sandwich) and make yourself right at home at this decades-old Brighton establishment.

J.J. Foley’s Cafe, 117 East Berkley St.
Family-owned and operated since 1909, the Foley family offers a wide range of food, beer, wine + spirits. It’s known as the oldest Irish pub in our city.

Click the link below for 10 more Irish pubs.

A shamrockin' list

Events

Tuesday, March 12

Winter Bike Repair Workshop | Tuesday, March 12 | 4-6 p.m. | City Hall Pavilion, 1 City Hall Sq., Boston | Free | Learn how to patch flat tires, align brakes, and adjust gears.
Beer & Cheese Pairing Class - Soft Cheeses | Tuesday, March 12 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Lamplighter CX, 110 N. First St., Cambridge | $38 | Formaggio Kitchen showcases the softest, creamiest cheeses they can find.

Wednesday, March 13

Postmodern Jukebox: The “10' Tour | Wednesday, March 13 | 8 p.m. | Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont St., Boston | $65-$99 | See the band known for reworking popular tunes into different genres, like swing and jazz.

Thursday, March 14

Comedy Showcase at Upstairs | Thursday, March 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Bow Market, 1 Bow Market Way, Somerville | $15 | Get ready for laughs at this showcase with Howling Wolf Comedy.

Friday, March 15

Author Talk: Casey Sherman | Friday, March 15 | 7 p.m. | Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard St., Brookline | $0-$38 | Register for this author discussion about “A Murder in Hollywood.”

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Coming Soon

Craft Food Halls will open its 10th Boston area location on Thursday, March 21at the Studio Allston Hotel, at 1234 Soldiers Field Rd. This new 8,000-sqft space will feature events, live music, a self-serve beer wall, and the first sous vide options in a food hall. (Boston Business Journal)

Eat

The 2024 Greenway Food Truck Program will return on Monday, April 1. Stay tuned over the next few weeks for the lineup including 25 vendors, nine new food trucks + over 10 cuisines.

Concert

The Sting 3.0 Tour is coming to MGM Music Hall at Fenway on Friday, Oct. 4. Expect Sting on vocals and bass, Dominic Miller slaying the guitar, and Chris Maas on the drums. Tickets go on sale on Friday, March 15.

Community

To celebrate Independent Bookstore Day, Molly’s Bookstore is hosting a short story contest. The winners will have a chance to read their story at the bookstore; Molly’s will make copies of the winner’s work free and available in the store.

Feel Good

“Peaches” — a 26-inch tall miniature therapy horse from Andover — is in the running for this year’s Cadbury Bunny contest. The bracket-style Instagram tournament featuring 32 animals began yesterday. You might remember her herd mate, Stewie Vuitton, who was last year’s runner-up. (WCVB 5)

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From the editor

“Say It Ain’t So” — There’s another concert to keep in mind for this fall.

Weezer will make a stop at TD Garden on Tuesday, Sept. 10 with special guests The Flaming Lips + Dinosaur Jr. The “Beverly Hills” band is celebrating the 30th anniversary of their self-titled debut “Weezer” (aka the “Blue Album”) and planning to play it in full with other fan favorites. Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 15 at 10 a.m.

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