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    Durty Nelly’s

    3.8 (279 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars, Irish, Music Venues
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    DURTY NELLY’S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Amber H.

    Fun little hole in the wall. Bring your police patch to add to the decor! Townie bar with a friendly atmosphere.

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    Bitsy O.

    What a welcome sight for tourists who tend to be annoyed by other tourists. It was a relief to find a cool dark place to escape the heat while waiting for a dinner rez at the 200 year old Union Oyster House. At the small bar there were 3 other guys besides us who, to set the scene, I've decided were retired homicide detectives. All over the bar, police patches from literally everywhere. A couple TVs, I think. The bartender, per my imagination and right out of central casting, was a former outlaw biker who decided to leave the life and take a day job. I really don't know because he didn't say much, but he was there when our glasses were empty. 5 stars for doing what other people are complaining about.

    Just a good looking pint.
    Steve L.

    Proper pint. Served in a Guinness glass. Hard to believe you have to say that, but I've had bubbly topped Guinness in an unbranded short pint glass before. Close to Canopy if you're staying there. Loved the windows that opened up too. Just a good dive bar. Good for drinking. Their well Chardonnay was LaCrema too. That's a nice score for my gal.

    Outside

    This place was super cool. They love first responders and the service was amazing! Bring a patch and they will display it on their wall.

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    Thomas B.

    Local police bar/dive bar. Not recommended for tourists. Staff probably won't be nice to ya unless you're a familiar face. I've been a few times and still don't get the red carpet haha Only been in a few times for a quick blast, not the spot to hang all night. Go find a different bar to watch your non-NE sports at. Had a nice bartender last time I was in. Keep your convos brief and drink orders simple and you'll be alright, if you insist on going in. If you're LE or FD or military, you'll like this spot. If you're a tourist from california, this might not be the bar for you.

    Guinness that tasted like a mix of Coca Cola and day old coffee

    Disgusting Guinness. I don't think they clean the pipes. True hole in the wall, not in a good way. Dirty, bugs everywhere. Rude staff.

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    Beer, open windows, Boston. Great little spot. Service was spot on. I ordered beer, got beer with a smile.

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    Drinks and the old world vibe was genuine. At the end of a cobblestoned alley. Just what I was looking for

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    Great local atmosphere with excellent vibes for all that attend. Particularly enjoy all of the patches on the wall!

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    A fun place for sure. Great place to just hang out, relax, have a drink, good conversation and watch some Seinfeld.

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    Always a good late night spot. It's small, but it's always fun. They do have a small patio in the back for summer.

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    Not that I know of, but the live music and drinks will prove to be an amazing night.

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    We stumbled upon Durty Nelly's while trying to find a laid back atmosphere during our vacation in Boston.

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