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The Boro Inn

3.5 (90 reviews)
ModerateIrish Pub
Closed • Closed

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Good for dancing

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Rachel R.

I was in town for a bachelorette party weekend with 7 other girls, and have a friend who has a cabin near by that recommended we come to Boro Inn! He mentioned that the owner, Father Brennan, was awesome and it was a true irish bar. He was right!! When we came inside, there were quite a bit of people inside. We looked around and the decor was really great and authentic. Going up to the bar, it was just him behind the bar and it was pretty busy, so after a couple minutes, he came over to take our order. He was very nice and accommodating to us! The Boro Inn is a really cool authentic hole in the wall kind of place and I loved it. We didn't have any food since we had just come from dinner, but maybe next time! I will definitely be back when I'm back in town!!

Best Irish pub in the states! I could spend hours here and still be looking at stuff on the walls, the owner/bartender has five generations of history and the drinks show it as well.

Kelly S.

10/10 great atmosphere. Rare to find a bar with such an authentic atmosphere. The decor is incredible and worth stopping in to just look around.

Authentic Irish pub with great atmosphere. For those that complain about the service, understand that that the owner, manager, and bar tender are the same person, cut him some slack.

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Billy H.

It didn't look like much from the outside, but this was the most authentic Irish pub that I've ever stepped foot in. You have to visit all the different rooms to understand, but I felt like I was in Ireland from the decor to hearing owner Father Brendan tell stories in his Irish accent. Whatever you do, don't order an Irish Car Bomb. As the other reviews mention, you'll get berated by the owner or denied service. Fortunately, I ordered Guinness and had a great experience at the bar and enjoyed playing pool.

Allan L.

Looks Irish, feels Irish, and tastes Irish. Although the times open are subject to change, I enjoyed catching it open one day after work. The ambiance sets it apart.

Madison C.

Bartender is the reason you go! Father makes this bar run, he's friendly, hilarious, and kind. This bar has many different rooms, instruments to play (guitar, piano, etc.) and games such as darts, billiards, and jenga. The alcohol selection is vast and please do not ask the father to make an Irish car bomb. It's offensive and frankly not a great drink.

Ardbeg 10 in a true Irish Pub.
Rebecca S.

Great place to have a drink in an authentic Irish pub. The gentleman that runs it is amazing to talk with and is a delight to listen to the stories.

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Love the quaint Boro Inn in Blue Ridge! Great all around experience. Such a unique place and the Irish Coffee "More Please!!!!

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Awesome bar great town great people. Musical instruments on hand. Claymores on the ceiling. Enjoy

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Most unique pub in Blue Ridge with all the spirits you could ever want! Service was great! Will definitely be back!

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Great atmosphere. The antiques are fabulous. The true photos of an Irish copper are his family's history.

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This pub is my favorite pub in the world. Father Doyle has brought a little bit of Ireland to Blue Ridge!

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The Rampant Lion - Beenie Weenies

The Rampant Lion

4.6(76 reviews)
77.9 mi
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THis one has a story behind it. Got invited to a drum circle in Gatrlinburg by my girlfriend's son…read more We went out that morning to see Cades Cover (big mistake - it was Memorial Day) and swung back around through Townsend (stopped at Mountain Man to have a craft brew on the way). Knowing we were going up to the arts district, I looked for a place to meet them before the circle and saw there was a Celtic Pub. Only that was the spot where the drum circle was. And, to my surprise, it is the same owner as the Fox & Parrot Tavern in Gatlinburg, one of my favorite English pubs (and currently closed do to a feud with the US government - hope that gets fixed). The place is definitely British country feeling. Very nice tap list, including both local brews and standard UK brews. Heavy wood feeling with a very nice deck outside, which includes some spots under cover (which was important as it rained on the circle and people had to duck in). There is nothing elegant about the place or the food. But that is its charm. The fish & chips were on point, esp. with the malt vinegar. Shepherd's Pie a bit salty for my tastes, but not to the salt lick level. Also came with chips. As for the drum circle, if you are reading this in June 2026, that is every Monday at 6-8 PM through the end of the month. I got some great drone footage of the circle, which I added to this review.

Probably one of my favorite restaurants in the area, Rampant Lion is clearly a family-run business…read morethat focuses on making social connections over quick get-food-and-go. It's pretty cool. I would never come here if I was in a hurry, but if you have 2+ hours to eat and want good food in a storied place with staff who will treat you like friends, you're going to love the Rampant Lion. NOTES: -In rural TN, it should not surprise you, but be aware that they have Trump displays in the restaurant. -The restrooms are single stall and accessed from outdoor. They're indoor restrooms - just the door to access them is on the outside. (No porta potties) They're solidly clean - just make sure to pack clothing that works for the temperature outside because you might be dipping outside a few times. -Parking lot is small and gravel. Relatively easy to get in and out of though. -Amazing gin selection with staff that *clearly* knows their gins. -Adorable photos of the owners on slideshow of their trip to Europe on the wall. It's adorably and clearly a couple who was on a good vacation. We've had a good chunk of their menu at this point. Pretzels: Delicious beer chese AND delicious pretzels. Quite a bit of food with this too. Bread, Oil, & Vinegar: Wasn't super fond of this one. A ton of oil in a bowl made it hard to get the right oil-to-vinegar ratio. Chicken Pie: Deliciously breaded with super-tasty french fries too. Served piping hot, so it took a bit to be able to eat it without burning myself but a wait well-made. Reuben: Partner absolutely loved it and said the bread was the absolute perfect consistency. SO much meat in there too (though he said it could use a bit of extra dressing). Bubbles and Squeak: Delicious. Just delicious. Zero notes, you should eat it. Beanie Weenies: Home-made right in the restaurant! My favorite thing on the menu. Super savory, semi-healthy (beans...at least?), and served super warm. Comfort food at its finest. Menu in-restaurant was different than online one on a few things.

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Boudicca’s Celtic Pub - Red ale at the bar

Boudicca’s Celtic Pub

4.7(151 reviews)
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The service was amazing! So kind and welcoming, and the food tasted really good. The upstairs…read moreseating was comfortable and perfect for my party of seven.

We ducked into Boudicca's Celtic Pub trying to beat the Gatlinburg heat with a party of nine--not…read moreexactly an easy group to accommodate on a whim. Instead of being turned away or treated like a burden, we were immediately welcomed and found a great spot upstairs with awesome views of the village. The food and drinks completely delivered. The beer was fantastic, and you could tell the bartender actually cared about the quality of the pour (you have to try the Blacksmith). We started with the soft pretzels and beer cheese (excellent), but the absolute standout was the Celtic Spice Bag for the entree. I can't recommend it enough--you have to try it. I've been to a lot of Irish pubs around the world, including plenty in Ireland. A lot of places think that slapping some Claddaghs, harps, and four-leaf clovers on the wall while blasting the same five pub songs we all know by heart is enough to make an Irish pub. Boudicca's has the decor and the music, sure, but that's not why we'll be coming back. When you walk into a real pub over on Salt Hill in Galway Bay, what actually makes the place special is the atmosphere. It's the genuine welcome from the people, the care behind the bar, and food that feels unique. Boudicca's captured that exact feeling right in the middle of Tennessee. The staff was fantastic, the vibe was perfect, and we had an absolute blast. Highly recommended.

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The Boro Inn - irish_pubs - Updated October 2026

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