Love Sullivan's! My only feed back is 1) small Guinness glasses and 2) they recently removed Golden Tee. Otherwise, great neighborhood hang. read more

Sullivan's Public House - Pubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

To be so frank, we ubered to the wrong area and were too hungry to leave. Sullivan's is a lovely neighborhood pub with neighborhood pub food. The vegetarian options were limited, but present. The staff were LOVELY; you could tell that they've been around the block and are still happy to see you. The vibes are typical pub. Stop in if there's a game! read more

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Call Jon Taffer because we have a situation! What the heck is going on here? The menu has changed and the quality of the food has gone DOWNHILL. The "neighborhood Irish pub" is now serving sub par Mexican food? This is a bar, where people go to eat pizza, tots and wings. Recently the interior has been updated with very strange decor. Just in time for daylight savings time they have added curtains to all the windows allowing NO sunlight in. WHY? I recently tried a pizza and the dough almost tastes like it has a sweet flavor to it? It is not the same good bar pizza that was served not long ago. 3 stars for the staff ONLY. Who runs this place? read more

Wow. What a suprise. This place is fantastic. Food: burger and fried chicken sandwich were top notch. Tots were simple but tasty. Only knock is the menu is limited, and brunch menu is till 4pm on the weekends (then larger dinner menu starts). Drinks: they have 4 taps, that have solid basic choices (Guinness, lager, ipa, ale), and some solid cans. Wine and cocktails too but didn't pay attention to that. Service: fantastic! Ambiance: great cozy feel - 4-5 TVs playing the pats game. Mostly adults but saw 1 table w kids. Overall really happy we stopped in, its definitely going to be in the local rotation. read more

Sullivan's Public House - Breakfast burger with bun instead of English muffin, fries, and some dynamite tots. - Pubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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We started with the onion dip and soda bread, both of which were really good. The bread came with homemade butter too which was really nice. The bread size was perfect for a starter. I was stress eating at work, so I only had the curry fries for my main, but I can say that they were authentic Irish. Felt like I was at abrakebabra (an Irish chain). We also had a chocolate dessert that was not too sweet and had different textures from the pudding, whipped cream and rice crispies I had a few cocktails and they were both great! read more

This place is a hidden gem. This place has turned into our go-to when we have to go to Charlestown for an appointment. The bartender and kichen manager are extremely friendly. They really make us feel welcome everytime we go. The food is really good with fair prices. The place is also very clean and organized. If you're in that area give them a shot. Its excellent for a good lunch at a good price. read more

Went here for a casual, quick bite and was not expecting to be absolutely blown away by the delicious food. Greeted by friendly staff behind the bar. Menu is simple, classic bar/pub food. I ordered the Caesar with chicken (amazing in every way) and my boyfriend ordered the fried chicken sandwich with tots (INCREDIBLE). These tots have redefined what I thought tater tots once were. They were crispy, light, and I could've eaten a million of them. Sullivan's: come for the casual pub vibe, stay for the incredible food, and come back for the warm and friendly service. Cannot recommend enough. read more

if I could give 0 stars I would. This place is not second, third or fourth place to end up for a reason. If you have any sense of humor, this isn't the place for you. One joke and "hey buddy, you're out of here!". Bartenders and "bouncers" with the beards think they are tough and have no life outside of serving guys watered down beer. I would say don't go to this place but nobody does anyway. read more

Great local pub in Charlestown area down from Bunker Hill. Staff was friendly & very conversational on my visit. Prices were reasonable & the local pub atmosphere was great to have a few drinks in. Enjoyed my time there. read more

Sullivan's Public House - a shot of beer in a shot glass - Pubs Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This is one of our go-to spots! The bar has a nice mix of old & new, and is such a good place to hang out & watch a game. Huge shoutout to Billy & Mike for being so enjoyable and creating such a welcoming, fun environment. Also, have to mention how incredible the food is, the chef is amazing. If you're craving the best bar/pub food around and an iced cold beer, be sure to stop in this place!! read more

Went here to watch a Bruins game. The atmosphere was pretty good. Mostly guys and girls watching sports and imbibing. Service was good. Only tried nachos. They were good but very small serving. Personal sized I'd call them. read more

These fucks.... went after a Celtics game and my boyfriend picked me up and spun me around and then the staff asked us to leave and wouldn't let us finish our drinks we paid for..... from Maine and spent a decent amount of money to see the Celtics play and my boyfriend ended up getting punched in the head twice by staff and then they wouldn't give his debit card back. The most unreal experience I have ever had. Will never go back. Got called a cunt. read more

This is my favorite bar in Charlestown. If you're looking for an authentic experience come here-- cash only! But they got an atm out front.

Great local spot! Super friendly staff. Great food and large selection of drinks. Fresh Guinness so tasty! read more

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Best place to watch a Cs game in Charlestown. They play sound, entire crowd is there for the game, food is great, drinks are better. Slightly confused by the mini Guinness but they go down smooth. Bartenders are also great guys. 10 out of 10 would recommend. read more

Simply welcoming. My friend and I took a last minute trip to Boston- it was the first time for both of us. We wanted a no frills, easy going environment for a drink or five and that's exactly what we got and more. We settled in and right of the bat the staff and the local regulars were extreme welcoming and warm. We easily made conversation and it felt like we've been regulars outselves. The staff was absolutely THE contributing factor to us staying and ultimately returning...later that night. Paul and Meghan were outstandingly hospitable and we felt like family immediately. Please stop by if you're in the area passing through. We do not regret it in the slightest and it will definitely be the talking point when we return home and are asked about our trip! We love you Paul and Meghan!! -your Chicago pals, Reb & Amy read more

I'm not a Boston Local, but I was trying very hard to find a local pub I could become a regular at. As soon as I saw Sully's I knew it had to be this place. The great music, the fact that they don't accept credit cards, and the Charlestown locals won my heart over. I am yet to become a certified regular at Sully's but I am working on it on. My hope is one day it's not me getting the looks from the guys at the bar when I walk in, but instead to be the guy turning and giving the looks to other new visitors. Overall great bar, drinks are good. read more

Found this great little Irish Pub walking around Charlestown. The bartender, Jack, and local customers are friendly and make a stranger feel right home. Lots of laughs and great conversation. Can't wait for another visit!! read more

Stop the Excellent Reviews . I wont be able to get a Seat . Seriously the place is really really good

Great Neighborhood Bar with atmosphere and character. Drinks are reasonably priced. You could go straight from work and feel comfortable or after a softball game and not feel out of place. Very casual and great jukebox. read more

Sullivan's needs a saloon-style swinging door. On the off chance anybody is actually drinking at this Charlestown "never knew!" pub on a Tuesday night, the gramophone will scratch and the locals will turn and watch you like a hawk as you mosey over to your seat. Once you pass the character litmus test, the rest of your time will be in solid company. Quaff a few well pulled $5 Guineii or refresh with a well for around $6. Then toss your singles towards the digijuke and start your own dance party. The 'tender has seen/heard it all, and trust me, he doesn't care. He does care about paper and cotton, though - $$ cash only! $$ An ATM is onsite for when you drink to forget. read more

As a non-native Charlestown resident, sometimes the old school local pubs can be a tad bit intimidating. There's just something about being an Asian guy with a Midwestern accent that screams I'm not from Charlestown, a town that has a rich and long heritage. Luckily for me, while Sullivan's is a no frill local pub, the gentleman working there is one of the nicest and most welcoming people I've met. I went there with a friend on an early afternoon to get a couple Jameson's and the drinks where reasonable and stiff. I told the bartender that I would be moving to Charlestown from Michigan and he was more than personable talking about the neighborhood and his experiences living in and around Boston. If you're looking for a low key and quiet little pub to grab a few beverages with some friends or just to sit up at the bar and chat with the bartender, Sullivan's is the place! Cheers! read more

Paul (bartender) is a sweet person! Hard on the outside but super sweet in the inside! This place was an added bonus to my Boston trip.

Um, why has it taken me over a year to come here? I don't know, but when the girls and I were turned away from the WT, we decided to try out Sully's. It was a Wednesday night (most of us had Thursday off), and the bar was busy, but not full. We easily snagged a table and ordered up a round of Sam. It turned out to be a very relaxing place to drink and talk. As we were celebrating Katie B.'s birthday, we ended up ordering a couple rounds of shots too (sadly the bartender was unfamiliar with the Birthday Cake shot, so we went with Soco + Lime and Tequila). Overall, good alternative to the WT. We'll be back. read more

Solid local watering hole with cheap drinks, TV, trivia one night a week, and a lot of Townie charm. You will usually find Jackie behind the bar, if not you'll find Paul - both of them are stand up guys that pour a nice Guiness. Not sure if they still have food, as every time I am there the kitchen is closed. Then again, I am a booze bag and it is usually late - so who knows what goes on there at 6 p.m. Good neighborhood place I can easily stagger home from. Cant give a better recommendation than that. read more

On our most recent visit to the Boston area, we stopped in to Sullivan's after dinner down the road. We were the only people in the place, but that's ok because it was still kind of early on a Wednesday and it was a little rainy out. My husband ordered a beer on tap and I ordered a Cape Cod because I like girly drinks. The keg had just been hooked up or something (so said the bartender) but it tasted and smelled terrible. I could taste neither vodka nor cranberry juice in my Cape Cod. It just tasted like a liquid. However, I still give the place 3 stars because the ambiance was cool, it seems like locals dig it based on reviews, the bartender was nice and chatty, and it could have been an off evening. read more

Quant joint with a full bar and beer on tap. Jack was an excellent host and there was good conversation throughout the night. Next time we are in Boston we will definitely be back! read more

The bartender Jack is the best. Friendly and great service. He took great care of us Traveling Texans. Will definitely recommend to others.

Just a two-minute walk down Bunker hill, a great place for a quick drink on your freedom walk trail adventure..No hot drinks though... read more

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Great service & very clean! Looking forward to coming back, Jack is the best! Neighborhood is historical & gorgeous

What a great pub! Tons of places to sit, in booths or along the bar, friendly bartender and locals, two TVs located behind the bar and a few others throughout for your sports watching needs, and Sam Adams and Harpoon on tap. On a recent weekend trip to this fine city, after walking the Freedom Trail, we spent a lovely 2+ hours warming up at this spot. The bartender and locals included us in their conversations, rounds were bought, and we were told repeatedly that we needed to watch the movie "The Town" because it takes place in Charlestown. We should've watched it before our trip but how were we supposed to know? So, before you go to Sully's you need to watch "The Town" so you know what's going on. But, they'll probably like you even if you haven't seen it quite yet. Good pub, good beer, good people. Highlight of our trip. read more

Visited on an outing that included Old Ironsides and the Bunker Hill Monument on advice from the peeps that Yelped it as being $. Well at 4:00 on a Friday afternoon, I did not expect to pay $4.50 for a pint of beer! The bartender told us they don't do happy hours and there are no specials (traveling on a budget mind you), so we left for a cheaper venue. Granted Charlestown is a very nice place, with very nice people, and Sully's is a very nice bar, but this review warrants more than one dollar sign! It's pricy! read more

i have been hearing about the legend of sully's for a while, and now that i'm moving to charlestown, i had to finally check it out for myself. we wandered in on a monday night around 7pm and there were four men there already, who introduced themselves as townies. we were greeted with a blast of bell biv devoe and the proclamation that sully's was "kickin' it old school tonight!!!". bring it! townie #1 kept the hits coming, with tony tone toni, color me badd, etc all night long. as an added bonus, we broke out the classic kid n' play dance where you grab each others ankles and twirl. drinks were good and fairly cheap, though i was expecting dirt cheap. dive bar atmosphere with friendly owner-bartender. my only complaint was that there is no dart board...hopefully when i become a regular, i will get some buy-in. read more

This was probably the worst stop on a pub crawl I did last weekend and the bartender was probably the rudest I've ever encountered... ever. He told my friend he wasn't allowed to sit in a seat even though there was no one sitting there... we checked with the people next to that seat. I guess maybe he didn't want us taking up the space in front of the game machine thingy (and it was a stupid game machine thingy anyway.. no naked "what's different" searches!), but we were just leaning in to order drinks, not meaning to sit. And that's how he greeted us, no "Hi" just "you can't sit there." My friend had to sheepishly ask "...so can I order a drink?..." Then the bartender couldn't get one of the taps to work. It just kept pouring foam, which I understand is probably not his fault, but instead of checking if my friend wanted a different beer instead, he ignored him for 15 minutes while fiddling with it. We headed to the jukebox and fed it a few dollars but the music stopped about 10 mins later even though it never played our songs. Our other friends were able to feed more money after that and their songs played right away. We went to the bartender to ask for money back (I mean, come on, 5 bucks if 5 bucks...) but he told us "oh well, you have to try again" Basically, there are enough better bars in the area that I really don't think you should bother with this one. Only positive is that it's spacious. Although that was partly cause it was dead except for our crawl. read more

Wow, what a great local. They serve a fine pint of Guinness. The jukebox rocks and is always cranking with some great tunes. Love Jackie, Erin and Paul. Fine Irish Pub. read more

Solid no frills pub. I wish that there were more like this, but unfortunately everything else in Boston has turned into that generic pre-fab Irish Bar or some lame night club. I live in the neighborhood so happy it is there. Reasonably priced beers, good company, and a jukebox! Yes, you heard that right a jukebox! Nuff said. Awesome right? Sullivan's please don't change! The fate of Boston's "dive" bars depends on you. read more

The movie The Town was written about this place. Its about as Boston as it gets kids. Wicked. We walked in on a Saturday afternoon and the bar area was pretty full. As we entered everyone (seriously everyone) turned to look at us. Hmm??! So we grab the only 2 remaining seats and order some beers. The lovely lady bartender asks us " Tourists?" We were happy to report that we too lived in Boston and were in Charlestown for a homebuying class. Then, everything changes. The bartender tells us about the neighborhood, where her friends have purchased a house, and some great neighborhoods in Dorchester. Even the bar patron next to us chimed in with some advice. Before I knew it, hours had passed, and many beers had been consumed. I officially wished I lived in Charlestown after this adventure! read more

This is my favorite neighborhood bar. Paul and Jackie are like family. And you can control the juke box... What more can you ask for?

Great atmosphere, but its annoying that they don't take CC's... They do have an ATM though!

This place is great. Nice neighborhood dive bar. Friendly bartender. It was great place to stop before my friends and I moved onto another bar. We all got Guinness. The place seemed empty, but if I lived around the area I would probably be here most nights of the week chatting up people. There were more people inside by the time we left. Will definitely remember this place if I'm ever in the neighborhood again. read more