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Mr. Dooley's

Mr. Dooley's

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Financial District, Boston
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    Megan
    "Amazing authentic Irish bar with the best live music"(3 Tips)
    Heath
    "Great Irish pub in the great city of Boston."(5 Tips)
    Kaely G.
    "delicious Irish breakfast Sat and Sun"(3 Tips)
    Bob D.
    "The best Irish - TRUE Irish - pub in Boston."(2 Tips)
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  • Simon K.heart icon on user image
    Simon KratzerDecember 30, 2016
    Entertaining life music and unbent atmosphere. Based on the audience I would recommend it more for people over 30 though.
  • Patty S.heart icon on user image
    Patty SmithAugust 21, 2016
    This place was fabulous the bartender had a thick Irish accent and the music was awesome.
  • Kaely G.heart icon on user image
    Kaely GMarch 26, 2016
    Authentic and delicious Irish breakfast Sat and Sun 9-4! Also Irish music every night. Great atmosphere and people.
  • Robbin S.heart icon on user image
    Robbin SmithApril 30, 2015
    John the bartender was the best! Friendly guy and loves his customers. He gave us great advice and good tips. We highly recommend Mr. Dooleys.
  • Scarborough J.heart icon on user image
    Scarborough JoeMay 5, 2016
    Besg pint of Guinness in town. Super cozy atmosphere, like you've walked into an Irish family's living room. Great Irish music at night.
  • Bob D.
    Bob DJune 22, 2014
    The best Irish - TRUE Irish - pub in Boston. Music on a Tuesday night, friends from all over the Isle, friendly staff, and good times.
  • Kaila M.heart icon on user image
    Kaila MazzyApril 23, 2016
    Authentic Irish bar in the financial district. You aren't going to find live irish music like this anywhere else.
  • Sean G.
    Sean GallagherJanuary 4, 2014
    If you appreciate a well poured pint of Guinness, a friendly Irish atmosphere and Bryan Adams music, this is the place for you!
  • Gerard G.heart icon on user image
    Gerard GillOctober 12, 2018
    Been here 100+ times
    Best Irish Pub in Boston!!!!good food, great music every night, and wonderful staff.
  • Thomas J. P.
    Thomas J. PotterJanuary 13, 2018
    Pleasant Irish pub. Not far from Faneuil Hall. Good beer selection and reasonable prices.
  • Meganheart icon on user image
    MeganAugust 4, 2013
    Amazing authentic Irish bar with the best live music I've ever heard. This place is the real deal.
  • Alexandra M.
    Alexandra MotternSeptember 16, 2014
    Felt like I was back in temple bar in a good way, and I hated temple bar while I was there. Magic!
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    RobJanuary 24, 2014
    Skip the bar at the Hilton... Walk across the side street, save some $, and get some good food and drink!
  • Russell C.heart icon on user image
    Russell CaluriOctober 26, 2021
    Small but good Irish Pub. Food was excellent and server was awesome
  • Matthew S.heart icon on user image
    Matthew SobocanJune 11, 2018
    Enjoyed a half Irish breakfast. Energy filled meal to start the day.
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    mattlMarch 5, 2019
    Been here 50+ times
    Authentic food, great beer selection and live music every night.
  • John K.
    John KOctober 23, 2014
    Great service even better food. Come Thursday night for the live music. Awesome.
  • O L.heart icon on user image
    O LJuly 11, 2021
    Proper pub. Get a Smithwicks or 6 and sing along to the live band.
  • Peggy R.heart icon on user image
    Peggy RumsonApril 16, 2019
    Great neighborhood bar! Great live Irish music. Food is great!
  • Jessica H.
    Jessica HiemenzDecember 10, 2013
    Very good homemade veggie burger (unfortunately not vegan though, that option is limited to salads and fries).
  • BostonTweet
    BostonTweetNovember 22, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Hands down the most beautiful decorated bar during the holidays. Stop in during December to warm up with the decor and a tasty pour (of Guinness, of course).
  • B H.
    B HuttonAugust 24, 2013
    Try the Mr. Dooley's Red Ale- sam adams brews that specifically for Mr. Dooley's apparently.
  • Nathan M.heart icon on user image
    Nathan McGuireSeptember 22, 2019
    This is one of the best bars in the city if Boston!
  • John O.
    John OlsenSeptember 13, 2014
    Cozy pub with live music. It's full at peak hours.
  • Jack G.
    Jack GoodSeptember 10, 2012
    If you miss Ireland, come here - seriously - great music, personality and drinks!
  • Pim d.heart icon on user image
    Pim de BruijnJuly 23, 2018
    Nice and relaxed, good service
  • Pim d.heart icon on user image
    Pim de BruijnJuly 23, 2018
    Nice and relaxed, good service
  • Heath
    HeathMarch 25, 2011
    Great Irish pub in the great city of Boston. Go for lunch and the bartender John is the best, cheers!
  • Patrick
    PatrickJanuary 8, 2013
    Mr. Dooley's Sampler is well worth it.
  • DJ S.
    DJ SpinMarch 26, 2013
    Great sit down joint with good food / service / prices.
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    AceAugust 18, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Guinness always tastes better here for some reason....they have Murphys too but always seem to be "out".
  • Andy L.
    Andy LewisApril 12, 2013
    Lovely service and very welcoming! Many thanks!
  • Manos M.heart icon on user image
    Manos MandrakisJuly 29, 2017
    Best Irish pub
  • Sara H.
    Sara HAugust 12, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Best Guinness in Boston. Tastes just like the way it does in Ireland!!
  • Meryl F.
    Meryl FernandesDecember 27, 2013
    During Christmas the ambiance is Gorge!
  • Lauren C.
    Lauren CroninMay 26, 2012
    On Sundays they give you a giant shrimp in your Bloody Mary!
  • Maritza M.
    Maritza MSeptember 11, 2011
    Awesome Irish breakfasts! The portions are huge, come hungry!
  • Craig A.
    Craig AndersonJuly 13, 2013
    Try the Clam Chowder With Bacon Crumbles
  • Scarborough J.heart icon on user image
    Scarborough JoeSeptember 14, 2016
    Best pint in town.
  • Waffles
    WafflesJuly 22, 2012
    Come on Sunday, early evening, to hear Patsy Whelan sing and string.
  • John W.heart icon on user image
    John WallaceFebruary 16, 2013
    Try the Slane Castle Irish Whiskey.
  • Scarborough J.heart icon on user image
    Scarborough JoeJuly 1, 2016
    Guinness, steak tips, stew.
  • Juliette S.
    Juliette SenesiJanuary 11, 2012
    Live music on Tuesday nights : great fiddle/guitar duo
  • Tom M.
    Tom MillerJuly 17, 2014
    Really outstanding
  • Tom K.
    Tom KarstensenJanuary 2, 2012
    Get the clam chowder. It's incredible.
  • Craig A.
    Craig AndersonJuly 14, 2013
    Try the Combo Platter
  • Joe C.
    Joe C.January 8, 2011
    Bill is a good bartender. I was promptly served and and the drinks are killer!
  • Stephen A.
    Stephen AldousApril 18, 2013
    Curry pub chips, yummy.
  • Eric G.
    Eric GlazerFebruary 20, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Authentic and good food but don't come here if you r in a hurry.
  • Danielle T.
    Danielle ThingMarch 12, 2014
    1 bud light drafts!
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