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Top Irish Pubs
Brendan Behan Pub is one of Top Irish Pubs.

1. Brendan Behan Pub

8.4
378 Centre St (at Sheridan St), Boston, MA
Pub · Hyde Square · 38 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: The Behan is an authentic Irish hole in the wall that offers a traditional seisiún every Saturday. The friendly atmosphere is buoyed by good music and colorful locals. Well-mannered dogs are welcome.. Read more.

James's Gate is one of Top Irish Pubs.

2. James's Gate

5 McBride St (at South St.), Boston, MA
Pub · Jamaica Plain · 31 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: The bar is a hidden gem that features a large stone fireplace with a wood fire and an Irish snug feel. A perfect place to have cozy conversations but the Gate's real treasure is the kitchen. Read more.

The Snug is one of Top Irish Pubs.

3. The Snug

7.8
116 North St, Hingham, MA
Irish Pub · 16 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: The Snug is a pub/restaurant in Hingham that holds a traditional Irish seisiun every Monday evening. Read more.

The Corrib Pub and Restaurant is one of Top Irish Pubs.

4. The Corrib Pub and Restaurant

8.6
396 Market St (at Washington St.), Boston, MA
Pub · Brighton · 11 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: The Corrib Pub, in Boston's Brighton neighborhood opened in 1969. It is named for Lough Corrib in Ireland and attracts many natives of County Galway who have settled in the area. Read more.

The Burren is one of Top Irish Pubs.

5. The Burren

7.5
247 Elm St (at Chester St.), Somerville, MA
Irish Pub · Davis Square · 70 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: Irish music playing in the front room as well as live music in the back room. There will also be corned beef and cabbage and other Irish favorites served all day. Read more.

Eire Pub is one of Top Irish Pubs.

6. Eire Pub

7.0
795 Adams St (at Gallivan Blvd.), Dorchester, MA
Pub · 11 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: A stronghold of Irish-American values, the pub has long been established as a campaign stop for politicians. Bill Clinton and Ronald Reagan both visited. Great pub food is served as well. Read more.

The Banshee Bar is one of Top Irish Pubs.

7. The Banshee Bar

8.2
934 Dorchester Ave (at Crescent Ave), Boston, MA
Pub · Dorchester · 39 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: Unofficial home of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA), the Banshee is where you'll find local Irish athletes after their matches. It's also where they gather to watch just about any sporting event. Read more.

The Druid is one of Top Irish Pubs.

8. The Druid

8.8
1357 Cambridge St (at Springfield St), Cambridge, MA
Pub · Inman Square · 73 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: The Druid attracts folks who appreciate the arts, some serious technology-types and those who enjoy an authentic Irish pub. A small but stellar kitchen keeps them returning. Read more.

The Skellig is one of Top Irish Pubs.

9. The Skellig

240 Moody St (at Crescent & Pine), Waltham, MA
Irish Pub · 34 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: The Skellig puts traditional Celtic music front and center by placing the band in the middle of the room where they pound out tunes with an eclectic mix of instruments. Read more.

The Field is one of Top Irish Pubs.

10. The Field

20 Prospect St (btwn Bishop Allen Dr. & Mass. Ave.), Cambridge, MA
Pub · Mid-Cambridge · 69 tips and reviews

Boston.comBoston.com: The Field has a community vibe and a Cork-themed Irish decor. Plus, at strictly 21-plus, the college crowd is nonexistent. Instead, it's an after-work hangout and meeting place for locals. Read more.