We had a really good time at Hillside Pub. We split a full rack of ribs. The ribs were perfect as were the cole slaw, pasta salad and fries that came with them! It was a perfect meal to split. The cole slaw also went really well with the barbeque which is important. Our waitress was great and prompt. They were serving Maine brewing's Lunch which is a particular favorite of mine. Easy parking. High marks all around. If you go, just a heads up - there are no low chairs. If you have any type of mobility problem that won't allow you to climb into a tall chair or a booth with a step you will have a hard time sitting inside here. read more

Hillside Pub - Full rack of ribs with fries and pasta salad and Cole slaw - Pubs Near Me - Canton, Massachusetts

Stopped in on a Saturday afternoon, the place was filled at the bar and tables. The bartenders were great! Old school Irish bar with decent food. The Reuben was very good, lots of meat and good flavor with toasted bread. The chili was thick and flavorful, very good chili, but not spicy. There is an option to add onion and cheese. They do put plenty of cheese. read more

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Hillside Pub is a solid spot for a classic bar burger. I stopped in while on a work trip and ordered the pastrami burger. The half-pound patty was juicy and flavorful, and it came on a quality bun that held everything together nicely. I really wanted to love the onion rings but they were just okay. They were a little too hard for my taste, almost like they'd been fried twice. Service was friendly, the atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable, and parking was easy. The only downside was that the restrooms could use a refresh. For the price, it's a great value, and I'd definitely come back if I'm in the area again. read more

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Potato salad is tasteless... needs relish, celery,onion powder, mayo, mustard, eggs... just make it over. Pastrami is DRY! I had to ask for mayo and mustard! I guess I struck out with this choice. I ordered a cocktail too ... also weak this is our 2nd time here, the first was not much better! But it's close to the hotel, that's the good part.... I give it a C- because the food is edible just not good! I like seasoned food! Must be all those years in New Orleans . I like FLAVOR and there is none in this potato salad or pastrami but I will say that the locals love this place it's very crowded. And they were NICE enough to remove my meal of which I barely touched ... so that was nice! Still I don't think I'll be back read more

Hillside Pub - Dry pastrami and tasteless potato salad - Pubs Near Me - Canton, Massachusetts

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Well, the food was not good, nor the service. But.. I liked the vibe in there and I really appreciated that the bartender/server acknowledged that the service was terrible. It was a Saturday afternoon. A bunch of golfers were there, drinking bottled beer. They appeared to have great service. They had 6 rounds before we even saw our appetizer. I'm not exaggerating. The $14 bowl of French onion soup was disgusting. The chicken sandwich was disappointing, as it was compromised of fried chicken tenders, rather than an actual chicken breast. I feared I'd break a tooth it was so hard & dry. The corned beef sandwich was lame & dry. Thank goodness for the spicy Colman's mustard! My son's burger was alright. The woman working was totally unfriendly, the kid was timid but polite. I liked the guy who seemed to truly care, but he was swamped. I noticed the generous pour at the bar for those who ordered mixed drinks. If we're back in town, I'd give it another shot. Cozy, tiny place. Seemed like everyone knew everyone in there! read more

The food was good, but I give them 4 stars because of the service we received. It is a little louder, but that is to be expected in a Pub. Not the place to go if you are looking for a quiet dinner with the family. But the prices were good. read more

The Cheers of Canton, MA! This is an institution in Canton. Food is always top notch, you're treated as family and you'll probably know someone there. I had the Chicken Stir fry special this time and it was fabulous. If you like a local favorite, the Hillside is your jam! Small, quaint and personal! Love this place. read more

Hillside Pub - Chicken stir fry special! Delish! - Pubs Near Me - Canton, Massachusetts

All great excellent staff friendly customers can order food late which is great when you work late since a lot of places close early

Hillside Pub, just off I-93 and Mass Route 138 in Canton, is a terrific local watering hole that's a perfect place for a casual meal or a few adult beverages whether you're a lifelong Canton resident or just passing through as a guest at the Hilton Homewood Suites next door. Most nights, Hillside Pub is filled with crowds of regulars from the neighborhood -- popping in for a few drinks or tasty and filling pub food served by very friendly staff at a very reasonable price in a casual and welcoming ambiance. The restaurant is small and the ambience can be noisy (particularly if there's a popular sporting event going on) as there is no separation between the bar area and the dining area. The beer, wine, and liquor selection offered is comprised of mass-produced brands noteworthy only for their unnoteworthiness -- but the barstaff knows how to pour a perfect pint of Guinness. The menu puts an emphasis on simple and casual dishes -- with a variety of pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, and pub favorites like shepherd's pie, sirloin steak tips, or fish & chips. The teriyaki chicken wings were served freshly fried and were pretty tasty. My dining companion said her burger at Hillside Pub was was cooked perfectly as requested and was one of the best she's had in a while. I'd have to agree with her. A local friend of ours who met us for dinner remarked that his sirloin steak tips were slightly overcooked (medium well rather than medium rare) and his chicken noodle soup was underwhelming, but it seemed to me that both of them were still tasty enough for him to clean his plate. With its understated exterior and very casual ambience, this isn't the sort of establishment you bring friends, romantic interests, or business associates if you're trying to trying to impress them with an upscale meal. Yet, due in large part to its tasty food, good service, consistent quality and modest prices, I'm a fan. PRO TIP: Although Hillside Pub has a Children's Menu featuring chicken fingers, hot dogs, or grilled cheese sandwiches, there are no booster seats or highchairs available and the high top seating throughout the restaurant isn't great for very young kids. read more

Solid food. Solid service. Good parking. Friendly staff. Great bar vibe. I'm adding photos of their steak tips because the existing photos don't do them justice. read more

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Food was good ... service was ok ! Heard it was Remodeled I would check it out again. To see if they up'd their game since I was there awhile ago ! read more

Food was meh. Burgers were cooked into hockey pucks while the pizza was undercooked. Onion rings were good at least. The place is very small and very, very loud. The parking is a mess. read more

I just enjoyed lunch here late on a Sunday afternoon, and genuinely enjoyed it! It was a nice day out, so I sat outside at one of the picnic tables that are set up on their patio. My server, who is named Kira, gave me outstanding service. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure that my unsweetened iced tea was refilled as often as I wished. I ordered the deluxe cheeseburger with fries, and it was cooked perfectly, very fresh, and absolutely delicious. I was in town for a wedding, and the front desk clerk of the hotel, where I stayed specifically recommended this place to me. I, in turn, and recommending it to you! I have a feeling that all of their food is good. The main restaurant area was hopping, and The Hillside Pub seems to be quite popular with the locals. read more

Food and service was very good. It's a small tavern with a dozen or so tables, very clean.

The Hillside was always a monthly favorite for this retired couple. Good food, affordable but most of all a warm & hospitable environment. That all changed last night. We found the first empty table which seats four & our server announced that we would be moved if a large crowd came in. This is a first come, first serve place! No reserve sign on the table. I asked if this was a new policy & yes it is. The server avoided us after that. We should have left but knew this was our last time coming. Learned that this pub changed hands on October 28th so there's a new sheriff in town. read more

Where are all these high reviews coming from, family and friends of the owner ? The place has a cool vibe when you walk in, but it goes down quickly from there. The tables are not too clean. The service was just OK. There was a young man as our server. He had little to no personality and he seemed uninterested in being there. Let's talk about the food. It was awful. Just plain awful. Everything we ordered was tasteless. We will never go back because the food was that bad. All the good reviews... How could you give 4 or 5 stars for this place ? Seriously.... read more

A great little Irish pub oasis outside of Boston. What I liked: 1. Two IPAs on tap out of eight craft beer taps. IMHO, they had the two winning taps (Fiddlehead IPA and Guinness. 2. The intimate nature of the place. As a reviewer noted, the place looks like nothing from the outside. But when I walked in on a Sunday noon visit, there is a table of Irish folks speaking English and Gaelic interchangeably. The place had loads of other first generation Irish at the bar as well. 3. Good value. I ordered the fish and chips and it came with a generous amount of fish. My wife ordered a Jameson and coke and it was a generous pour made in front of us. The Fiddlehead is $6.50 a pint. The Guinness is $7 for a 20 oz pour..! They have free Wi-Fi (just have to ask for the password). I would definitely return here the next time I pass through the area. read more

Traveling for business in the Boston area and stumbled upon this relatively small bar and grill. The waitress who helped me -possibly the owner but not 100% sure was very attentive. The food was affordable and plentiful. Buffalo wings were spot on! Crispy 12 wings with sauce on the side were a great start. The beef tips for the main course were cooked medium (very tender)how I asked and came with a generous portion of veggies. Exactly the experience I was looking for. Solid establishment with quality food, big portions at fair prices. read more

I liked the feeling that when I walked in that I was in a room of people who knew and enjoyed being with eachother. The food was tasty, the portions generous and the service was friendly and quick. It was a pretty day so I ate on the patio. Next time I'm in the area it's likely to be too cold for that but I'll join the bustle inside. Sláinte! read more

We had the pepper and onion pizza and wow! It was DELICIOUS! Best flavored crust. The WHOLE slice is perfectly cooked and flavorful. So enjoyable I will have my husband pick up a pizza from Hillside more regularly! read more

Great local pub! No frilld, locals kind of place. Chili was very tasty & a generous serving! read more

Server was great but the food was so so. I had the chicken pot pie and it weak on veggies and chicken, heavy on industrial crust. Atmosphere is great, small cozy. Guinness is flowing heavy so great pours. read more

Some friends and I stumbled upon Hillside after having dinner at Trillium just down the road. We were looking for somewhere nearby to grab a few drinks after Trillium closed for the night. Hillside kind of looks like a dive from the outside and is located randomly behind a gas station and not really near any other retail business. That said, inside it's small, bright, and cozy with a few high tops, a long bar and lots of TVs with different sports on each. Since we'd already eaten we just got drinks. As an Irish-American, I was thrilled to see they had Guinness and Smithwicks on tap. They also have a full bar but we all stuck with beer. Honestly the best part was the people. Both staff and patrons were very friendly and you get the vibe that this is a place that caters to regulars 90% of the time. If I lived a tad closer I'd definitely like to add myself to their number. Saving my last star for when I can return to try the food but definitely recommend Hillside for a beer if you're in the area. read more

This place is a hidden gem, right behind the Mobil station. A must stop if your in the area. Great small pub with friendly service and great food. Burgers are excellent hand made service on a fresh bakery roll. Hot crispy fries as a side. Steak tip plate for around $14 served with 2 sides. Tips prepared perfectly with rice and fresh vegetables. Staff does a nice job of checking in, busing the tables, offering to grab more drinks and getting the bill when to the table. Can't wait to come back read more

What a wonderful place! I'm at a loss on where to begin because so many things made this place unique and amazing. Four of us arrived 6:00 on a Saturday and the place was hopping. It appears to be the "local" pub for families, friends, and neighbors...great vibe. We found some "open" space in the middle of the room and waited for a table to open up. . The owner spotted us, came right over and assured us we'd have a table. He took our drink orders and suggested we tuck into a corner so as not to get jostled around. It was amazing to watch. Over the next 10 minutes I watched the owner very gently move people around. He did it in a way that I guarantee half the people didn't even know they'd moved. He made sure groups stayed intact but maximized the use of each table. Presto a table appeared and we were seated. The hour we were there we saw the owner work the room, he was talking and laughing with everyone. It was the owner, one waitress and a bar tender moving non-stop keeping everyone with drinks and food. The food: The fish and chips was great! It was not the usual prepackaged stuff most places like this serve it was two good portions of fresh fish lightly breaded and deep fried. read more

Great service, friendly, up beat place. Beer is ice cold and they know how to pour a shot of scotch without breaking the bank. The food is fresh and tasty. If this place was in my backyard, I would be a regular. read more

Hometown pub with good food and great service. I go whenever I'm in town. I'm a French fries fan. I like the ones here. The food comes out hot and fresh. read more

Parked in handicap parking spot and asked to move. By bartenders told I was parked wrong, have low light vision issue and even told them what disability I have. Wasn't go to move but brunch white guys and Alabama is still fresh. Not taking that bullet. Becareful disabled and black. read more

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Stopped in for a late lunch on a Thursday and the place was really busy! Service was super quick despite being busy. I had the BBQ turkey tip entree and my partner had the meatloaf special. Both were excellent! The place is cozy inside with a bustling bar and several high top tables. Definitely recommend! read more

What a hidden gem. Place was extremely busy but as soon as I walked in I was greeted and made to feel right at home. Service was outstanding and quick. Totally shocked by the service due to how busy they were and the food was beyond excellent. I had the fish and chips. The fish was fresh and cooked to perfection. I cleaned the plate. The place isn't much from the outside but is on my list to return to even if out of the way. read more

Good food, great wait staff, total local hang out. Good to go for the Irish pub experience. Gonna be a spot to hit next time in town. They were super busy but, still took the time to do it right. Thanks guys. read more

A tiny little place with lots of great people - guests and staff alike. If you don't get a seat right away, consider waiting a few minutes. It will be worth it. This place has amazing food and fantastic portions. The first night I ordered Shepards Pie and it was so popular, they ran out just before me. So I got the new special, the Mixed Grill with Chicken, Sausage and Steak Tips. It was so good, I'm almost glad they ran out of the Shepards Pie! In fact, the Steak Tips were so amazing I got them on my next visit. I'm not in town for long, but I find myself here most nights for a few beers, watch the hockey and just chatting with great people. If you like Irish Pubs or Pubs in general, you will love this place. As a visitor to the area, I was made to feel welcome immediately - even if they did tease me for being a Leaf's fan. (I get that a lot) I will miss this place when I leave and I encourage anyone who's visiting or hadn't discovered this place yet. read more

We love the Pub. Such friendly staff. Steak tips are to die for. It's our steady go too. Good selection of tap beer during Covid. That unique. read more

Hillside Pub - Steak Tip Salad. A real bargain at $15 - Pubs Near Me - Canton, Massachusetts

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Friendly place, both bartenders and customers. Neat & clean Irish Pub. Perfect stop Stop in if you're staying at the nearby hotel read more

delicious food and excellent service. we stopped in after dropping our youngest off at college. needed some comfort food and drink- hillside pub was perfect! read more

Great hours and open during Covid. Get the shepherds pie. Made my day. It's rare a food can make me this happy read more

Hillside Pub - Shepherds Pie - Pubs Near Me - Canton, Massachusetts

The food here is actually not bad, as is the service. What this place needs is a new manager. The guy is a prick and im not the only one saying this. Dude should not be running a restaurant or any business at that. Denying people service because he thinks we drank when we clearly didn't a drop of alcohol. Not to mention the grief he gives if you drop something on the floor. Don't let the condensation from your drink drip to the floor, he'll personally flip out on you like its your fault. Completely absurd and unprofessional. Its a shame, this place could be great but how can you enjoy a bite out with some friends when you have an arrogant manager breathing down your neck. I'd say, stay the hell away from this place plenty of more inviting places out there read more

Luck 'o dah Irish to be stumblin intah dis place and n Irish place it be! OH joy, Guinness on tap; REAL Guinness that be. And the Irish fare ... truly Irish, no less. It changes daily through specials. But each as good as the last. Burgers taste handmade and juicy ... not Irish. Reality check! This is a small bar that gets crowded. That special might get replaced by a new one at the drop of a shamrock. You might have to wait ... minutes for a 'seat' ???? For a table ! But the food, staff and the Guinness are all worth the wait. The prices - what you'd expect in Ireland - reasonable. It'll take you back and you'll be back. read more

The best pizza in the state. Ice cold beer...what more can you ask for, and Great service.

I've been frequenting this pub for several years. The food and service is consistently good. Best chili I've had anywhere except my kitchen. The best fish & chips I've had anywhere. Perfect pint of Guinness. This recent visit I introduced a friend up from Florida to the great food and atmosphere. He had the shepherds pie. He barely touched it and took it to go. Said it was good. It looked good. I got my favorite pizza to go An Irish pizza that is like a loaded baked potato pizza. I heat it up for breakfast with an omelette on top. Our server was very attentive and helpful as were other staff members. This place is real Irish with many "Brogues" about. The parking area is small as is the seating area. It fills up quickly and it gets loud. I personally love everything about this place. I'm 45 minutes away but I'm always glad when I make the trip . read more

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