Only had drinks but it was really busy on a Thursday night. Place was packed with Scots in town for…read moreWorld Cup Soccer. No TVs but with them there, we didn't need any. Drinks were great and an excellent selection to choose from.

Friendly staff. Loved the atmosphere. Good live music. Yummy food!! Great when you're looking for…read moreauthentic Irish Pub experience

I have to give a shoutout to Darius! We stopped in and had drink while waiting to be called to…read moreanother place where we planned to have dinner. The place was hyped up online but when we got there, it was not what we expected and just went right back to AT O'Keeffe's for dinner! Although I don't eat burgers cause they are too filling, I ordered the smash burger. It was delicious! The calamari was so perfect! Best I've ever had. We also ordered the chicken wings and had to try the fish and chips. Everything was amazing. The only thing we didn't really go for was the clam chowder. Even though it was more authentic then some other places we had it at for our Boston chowder marathon, the potatoes were cut too big and it wasn't as thick and creamy as we like. Again, Thank You Darius for being such a great server! We appreciate the quick service and attention - from 5 hungry girls on Friday night!

Came in during lunch time and it wasn't busy at all. You choose where you want to sit, order at the…read morebar and they bring your order to you. The guys at the bar were really nice and food came out pretty quickly. I ordered the fish sandwich and upgraded my fries to truffle fries. My sandwich was yummy, with a good size fish fillet. The fries were ok. Truffle powder was kind of on the salty side. I could only imagine how they are on a busy night! I'm sure it's great, I should have ordered the talked about Chicken sandwich or burger. lol Next time!

Simple review of Emmets excellent pub setting exactly how a pub should be. Everyone we interacted…read morewith was very professional and polite I highly recommend stopping in when you're in the area. Cheers to everyone at Emmets

went to this irish pub in downtown for their guinness. the…read moreinterior of the pub is definitely very irish, there's an irish pub singer right in the front so it really adds to the ambiance. we ordered the french onion soup amongst others. service was alright, they weren't super nice or attentive but not mean either.

Proper auld Irish boozer. Bunch of locals and Guinness enthusiasts after primemutton's top score…read more Bit of initial wait ahead of St Paddy's weekend for our properly poured pints and homey food as the third generation Foley was solo hustling around, serving and bartending for the entire double sided pub. Curry chips, beef stew, corn beef sandwich all fantastic. Oldest authentic family-run Irish bar in the city with a ton of history in it's walls.

JJ Foley's Cafe in Boston carries a kind of unselfconscious charm that feels increasingly rare. Its…read moreold-fashioned décor evokes a time when pubs didn't try so hard to look "authentic." The walls tell stories, the lighting is comfortably dim, and the place feels genuinely lived-in rather than styled for Instagram. It's the sort of space that invites lingering, conversation, and a pint or two more than you planned. The food is solid if not exceptional, hitting the marks you expect from a Boston institution of its kind. You won't find inventive plating or culinary surprises here, but that's not what JJ Foley's is about. It's a place that trades innovation for consistency, which in itself has value. The main drawback comes when the place fills up. Service becomes noticeably strained, and something as simple as getting a drink refill can take long enough to test your patience. When it's quieter, the staff are friendly and attentive, but at peak hours the experience slides from cozy to crowded. Still, JJ Foley's endures not because it's perfect, but because it knows exactly what it is: an honest, old Boston pub that's still standing tall while others try to chase trends. It's imperfect, familiar, and worth the visit.

Cute little dive bar that is a favorite for locals. I popped in here as a tourist while I was on a…read morepub crawl tour and we were lucky enough to get a spot at the bar. It really is very tiny, so just be aware that seating is sometimes limited. They didn't have too much on draft, thought some of that was due to the Scottish being in town for the World Cup the week before. We went with lemon drop shots, and the bartender was very transparent about the fact that he was out of most of his supplies due to the Scottish. No fault at all to them for that because that was the situation at every bar we went to. Service was friendly, the shot was nice and strong, and it was a nice little spot. Beyond drinking, there isn't really much going on in the bar in terms of activities, but there were TVs. So, watching sports here is definitely an option. I'd definitely say that this spot is worth popping in if you are enjoying a night on the town, but that it probably shouldn't be the only spot you go to.

I did return to this bar next time I was here! This place is still great almost 10 years later!…read more A lot more law enforcement patches have been added to the bar inside! Keep up the great service Durty Nelly's!

A quirky and tiny pub/bar in Inman Square with lots of character everywhere you look. We…read moreunfortunately missed the kitchen as by the time we got there at 10:30pm, they had stopped serving food (on a Tuesday). But we grabbed a drink and enjoyed conversation. They had a lot of local brews and my cider was local too from MA--it was really good and refreshing. It was busy for a weeknight, so I think this is a good spot for locals! We will definitely come back for food another night as we wanted to try their fish and chip.

I came here on a Friday, probably around 2 PM, when it wasn't as busy, but most tables and…read morebarstools were occupied. The service was very warm and friendly, and I felt very well taken care of. The fish and chips were pretty good, with the added charm of being wrapped in newspaper. The portion was pretty big, and the server offered a takeaway container for my leftovers, and I opted for a plastic bag instead since the newspaper already made it quite convenient. Would definitely go back here again, especially to check out the live music for myself.

We were looking for a quick bite to eat after checking into our hotel across the street and the…read morefood here hit the spot! Fast and fresh food that exceeded typical pub quality. The lobster roll, tho overpriced as always, was delish, as were the more traditional selections at the table - a reuben and chicken strips. Both were served hot and tasty! Service could be improved through menu knowledge and more frequent check-ins. Great pub ambience. Live music was setting up, which is a treat for a weeknight!

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.

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.

Soon as I walked in, I was treated as if I've been there for years bartender was great. I think his…read morename was Chris, but he's in the photo. He's awesome. Made some new buddies. Everything was clean. Food smelled great. Drinks were great everything well priced ! crowd dispersed after a certain time so it was even better. He had room to move around.