The home of the Red Sox, Dunkin Donuts, and people with wicked obvious accents are just some of the things Boston is known for. The city is also notable for its presence of Irish Americans.
People of Irish descent make up nearly 23 percent of Boston’s population. This is the highest percentage out of the 50 most populated cities in the nation.
These strong cultural ties are evident in many of the city’s cultural events and festivities, as well as its culinary scene.
When you’re out looking at Boston houses for sale, stop in at one of these authentic Irish eateries in the city.
The Burren (247 Elm Street, Davis Square)
Opened in 1996, this is one of the most popular Irish bars in the city.
Tuck into a bowl of Guinness beef stew or bite in shepherd’s pie. The Burren offers many vegetarian and vegan options as well.
There’s music here seven days a week, and the restaurant has even compiled some of its best acts’ songs into the Burren Backroom Series album.
The Banshee (934 Dorchester Avenue)
You can catch a Gaelic sporting events like rugby and hurling at this lively bar and restaurant. It’s a hot spot for soccer fans and home to many international teams’ clubs.
Chow down on a Jameson burger slathered in house Jameson sauce, or order up a short rib grilled cheese.
The Black Rose (160 State Street)
This is the best pub to go to if you want to stay near the hot tourist spot of historic Faneuil Hall. It’s been around for four decades, and the Boston Globe once called it the Fenway Park of Irish Pubs.
You’ll hear authentic Brogues from the staff and experience live Irish music every night of the week.
Start your day with a full Irish breakfast of rashers, bangers, black and white pudding, eggs, grilled tomato, baked beans, and toast. Black Rose Spring Rolls combine corned beef, brusselkraut, swiss cheese, and Roisin Dúbh Sauce.
Eire Pub (795 Adams Street)
What was once a men’s only club is now a gathering place for people from all over the country. The Eire has been around for over 50 years and still bears the “Men’s Bar” moniker on its outdoor signage.
Presidents Clinton and Reagan have dined here, and many celebrities and star athletes have stopped by as well. Mark Wahlberg, Anthony Bourdain, and Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern have all raised a glass at the establishment.
The comfort food here includes corned beef sandwiches and meatloaf, as well as a giant meatball with crostini to share at the table.
Irish Village (224 Market Street)
This laid-back corner sports bar has darts and big screen TVs to keep the crowd occupied, and airs various sporting events throughout the year.
The drinks are classically Irish: perfect pints of Guinness, coffee with an Irish whiskey twist, and hot toddies amped up with Irish spirits to keep you warm during a cold night.
The Druid (1357 Cambridge Street)
This unique pub is in the oldest wooden mercantile building in the city of Cambridge. It hosts live tunes three times a week, serves breakfast on the weekends, and has eerie banshees floating above patrons heads.
Enjoy Irish Seafood Stew, Fish & Chips, or Shepherd’s Pie.
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