snowy day in Boston. stopped in Donovans for a beer. nice quiet dive bar. good cold beer.read more

At Donovan's bar in old Beantown, Higgins keeps spirits up…read more(and down). With one hand pouring, one hand free, To shoo off drunks or tap the tree. He'll sling you whiskey, chase with stout, Then laugh when you forget your tab's about. A storyteller, sly and quick, He'll trade your woes for a dirty trick. So bang your mug, let the rafters shake, For Higgins pours more than your liver can take.

Cheap drinks and food, great atmosphere, and an sardine staff…read more This place is poppin' to say the least. It's always busy but for good reason. They have basic, but decent bar food. I didn't get any food but it looked and smelled good. They seem to specialize in hamburgers. The drinks are really cheap. I had seven imported beers (Heineken) and my tab was $31. Not sure about the cocktails. The best part of this place is the vibe is so fun. It's a great neighborhood bar with an awesome staff.

This is a typical dive bar with typical bar food. Food and drinks reasonably priced, shots a bit…read morehigh. Had the chicken Ceasar wrap; tasted more of the fried batter than chicken.

Our hotel was right across the street from this bar so we had to give it a go our first night…read more Now this was a beer and Jack slinging bar. The jams were jamming and the crowd was ever so changing. We sat at the bar for about two hours and saw 3 separate crowds come through. Nice little cozy bar for anyone who wants to pop in to catch the game and have a cold one.

This place is such a gem! The atmosphere feels authentic and welcoming from the moment you walk in…read more-- a true local favorite without the tourist chaos. The staff are friendly, quick, and really make you feel like part of the crowd. The music adds to the vibe, perfectly balancing lively and laid-back energy. It's the kind of spot where you can stop in for a casual drink before dinner or settle in for the night and enjoy great conversation with good people. The Guinness here was poured beautifully -- smooth and exactly how it should be. Every visit feels relaxed, genuine, and full of good energy. Definitely one of those rare bars that gets everything right. Can't wait to come back!

Cool Irish pub with a good beer list, and some decent pub food. They have live music on occasion. I…read morestopped by during a busy time of the day just to grab some food and a quick drink. Service was great, the staff from the door guy checking ID to the bar tenders were friendly and helpful. If you're looking for something to eat there's a decent chance you can get a table or spot at the bar without too long a wait like you'll come across at most restaurants in downtown Boston.

I ordered a beer by having the bartender surprise me and they made an excellent choice! The…read moreinterior of this bar is so beautiful. If you have the chance, do a little wander and admire the floor carvings and the bar. I asked one of the workers, (Sean I believe? He had a long grey beard) about the history of the building and he was a delight to speak with. They had live folk/irish music starting at 9 and that was very enjoyable too!

Love, love, love it here! Excellent food (not just Irish), great prices, wonderful waitstaff,…read moregreat bar, booths, or tables. I love when they have live music . They have people Irish dancing, or even "dance as you wish ". Excellent Halloween party, but buy tickets early, or wait in a long line. Costumes not required. I love that they always decorate for the holidays and seasons. It's really homey here! They make you feel at home too! Lots of friends come here with family for their Christmas Eve hours. Yes, they do open on Christmas Eve....with a smile on every face! This is a special place for any kind of person! Dress is usually casual, but come as you wish. In the good weather, the windows all open up!!

Favorite place in Boston for a pint, great food, and craic. Gets a bit crowded after dark so come…read moreearly to share a pint and meet your new friends.

I don't think it's a thing, maybe we got lucky. But Monday Night Karaoke is a thing here. Here was…read moreour experience on around 9pm. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking. It can be pretty tough finding something so good luck. Seating: It's 3 floors of vibes (depending on the day) but this is no hidden gem, if you're looking for a local vibe, check this place out. Vibes: The nice touristy side of Boston, walking distance to a few scenic things. As for the spot, think Irish bar meets full-on nightlife energy. One floor might have karaoke, another has DJs, and another is just people vibing with drinks. It's lively, a little chaotic (in a fun way), and definitely a younger crowd energy. FOOD/DRINKS: Drinks are solid and pretty affordable for Boston, which is always a win. They've got everything from beers and seltzers to margaritas and cocktails. This isn't a craft cocktail lounge--it's more of a "grab a drink and keep the night going" type of place. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Great! I needed water and they provided it, no problem! TL; DR OVERALL: 5 Stars. I didn't expect to have so much fun on a Monday night (the singing, the crowd participation, the dancing). What. A. Vibe. Maybe I got lucky but I hope you get this experience when you stop by.Fun, high-energy, and perfect for a night out with friends. Not the place for a quiet drink--but if you're trying to turn up a little and keep things moving, this is a solid stop in Boston. TIPS: *They seem to have something going on every night so check their website!

Wouldn't waste money here. The bartenders are clearly undertrained, and the place should invest in…read morereal staff. It has the potential to be a good spot, but it needs a new team.

Walked in and immediately felt at home. Very reasonably priced. Wonderful comfort food…read more Exceptional service with sarcasm and a smile. I wouldn't want it any other way.

The corner pub has some of the most sociable, real and caring employees I've ever had the pleasure…read moreof meeting. 8/5 stars for Madi and John

I visited Sissy K's on a bustling Sunday afternoon. The bar is a low key spot with a mixed…read moreclientele - right near Faneuil hall, it Attracts a good variety of tourists and locals and is very child friendly. Maybe too much so for my taste as there were a bunch of 9-11 year old's playing slide whistles during my meal. My server was helpful and accommodating, and I appreciated that she seemed to be the only one serving in the entire place. However, things were a bit slow, and my party waited quite a while at each step of the meal - it felt like it took a while for my food to arrive in particular. That being said, once the food arrived, I was pretty pleased. I had the caprese flatbread, which was delicious, crispy, and rich. I also had a watermelon jalapeño margarita, which had great flavor but not too much spice. I will definitely return here, but probably on a weekday when there are fewer children around.

Firstly, our server Christina was really so sweet and nice…read more The place was not packed, and reasonably priced. It did smell a little funny though walking in, but it's an old building. Seating is pretty much all high top, and there are multiple levels. A few chairs to sit at the bar as well. The Mac and cheese was good. However the beef torta was lacking flavor and my fries were barely warm. I did like how they crisped the cheese though.

While in Boston, you have to visit the Green Dragon Tavern. After all, this is where the Sons of…read moreLiberty secretly planned the Boston Tea Party and was the Headquarters of the Revolution 250 years ago. Most of their menu plays off of their historic connection. Their Beantown burgers are all named after a historical figure: Paul Revere, Ben Franklin, John Hancock, etc. Their cocktail drinks are also revolutionary themed: Boston Tea Party, Paul Revere's ride. To drink, I got the Boston Tea Party and my friend enjoyed the Dragon Seasonal beer, and we got the chowder fries to share. My cocktail was refreshing and the fries were different. Not bad, but it wouldn't be my first choice of appetizer to get in the future. But it was good to try. When in Boston...! I thought it would be mainly tourists stopping in, but there were some locals who came for drinks and dinner too. So much history behind these walls. The ambiance here is quiet and low key and the bartenders were friendly and cheerful.

Amazing Clam Chowder!!! The absolute best we found in Boston!!…read more Came in for dinner with our in-laws. Traditional Irish Pub type spot. Lots of cool american history regarding this bar -- but I was a little disappointed the server didn't elaborate or talk about it at all! When I tried asking her about it a bit, she seemed almost annoyed so I dropped it. So instead we googled it's history while waiting for our food. It was my first time visiting Boston, so I was trying the clam chowder everywhere we went and I absolutely loved theirs! It was creamy and more on the chunky side (I'm not a thin chowder kind of girl). Definitely will return one day just for that...but also the fish and chips were great too. Service was slow and a bit lacking..restaurant was about half full but perhaps they were short on staff... Took a long while for drink refills and food to come out. Server was not conversational/friendly at all...otherwise, we really enjoyed the food!

Overall a great experience! Excellent drinks and food (clam chowder, lobster tacos, and burger). A…read morehuge thank you to Addison for amazing service and recommending us the sweet potato donuts!

Great brunch attentive waiter! Would recommend! Bloody Mary bar looked amazing! Said a wait but got…read morein within 15 min.