went to this irish pub in downtown for their guinness. the interior 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. read more

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Love this place. When I'm here, I forget Boston exists on the outside as I'm culturally brought into a new world. I feel like I'm in Ireland here. It's homely, welcoming, and I feel included. Last went here during the Red Bull Heavy Metal event that was happening at City Hall. Place was packed. We had the best Irish coffees and were able to get a table despite the crowd. I love the attention to detail this place puts regarding its decorative wood around the bar, the lighting, life music, and more. Great place to have a drink. Yes, I think the food could improve a bit - maybe some nice club sandwiches or vary the food offerings, but overall love this place. read more

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We were a table of 7, and unfortunately the service really fell short. After our initial drinks and food order, we barely saw our server again. We kept trying to make eye contact, but it didn't work~eventually we had to wave someone down. Even then, the response from the bar felt like it was an inconvenience just to send our server over. That said, the food was mostly good. The bangers & mash and the burger were spot on. However, the "Taste of Ireland" pies were disappointing~2 in particular missed the mark. The shepherd's pie had no mince (just potatoes and peas), & the Guinness pie was more like a beef stew than a proper pie. Overall, some strong dishes, but the service and a few key items would make me hesitate to return. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Good vibes! Packed most weekend nights especially during World Cup! But still fun for a bar hoping night out!

Came for dinner around 7 o'clock on a Saturday. That's right before everything apparently gets insane! The food was very good and highly recommended, the staff was great considering how busy the pub became. Despite being nowhere to walk or move, we got consistent refills on our drinks. At least on Saturday night, it's extremely busy and very loud. Other nights might be more suited for dinner, but we will definitely come back if we're ever in Boston. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - New England Clam Chowder and tomato soup - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Really cozy dinner at emmets. My boyfriend and I decided to try this Irish pub and it didn't disappoint. We were seated right away even though it was packed--there's both standing room and table service. I ordered the beef and Guinness pie which I really enjoyed. It was flavorful and the crust was good. The infused beer was awesome. Mashed potatoes were great too, peas weren't my favorite but they were good. We split an Irish coffee after which we were excited to try but it was just so strong...I was glad to have tried it though. Overall solid historical place in the heart of Boston, can't beat it. read more

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AMAZING pub and service - They sat us right at the table in the window (which was also so thoughtful, bc we had all our luggage with us and were trying to sneak one last bite in before our flight). Pub is gorgeous- dark wood, great energy, good smells, transported me back to County Mayo, Ireland. I had their brat special with the pint which was DELICIOUS and a great pairing for only $15! Bestie has bangers and mash which she said were spot on. Boyfriend had the taste of Ireland - Beef and Guinness stew, Chicken Pot Pie (he said was a bit sweet for his taste), and Shepards Pie. Emmets did not miss a BEAT- When I say everything was delicious, I'm sayin it with my chest. read more

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Cozy Irish pub - a perfect place to catch up with a friend, enjoy a pint, live music or classic Irish dishes. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Beef and Guiness pie with mushy pies, mashed potatoes and gravy - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

While we were in Boston we stopped in at Emmets Irish Pub, this your classic Irish Pub, with the dark wood and Guinness on tap. Our services were great and If you find yourself in Boston, be sure to stop by and experience the charm of this classic Irish pub for yourself. read more

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Amazing experience at Emmett's. The atmosphere was great, the service was great, and the food was great. We had the fried pickles and nachos and they were both a good size and very good. Had the fish and chips and they were honestly the best fish and chips I've had. Not greasy at all, so tasty. I tried the curry too and that was very good. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Chicken Curry - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Second visit to the pub! Came primarily for the atmosphere and the drinks. Nourishing and restorative pub food, and service with a smile. A little too loud for my taste - we couldn't have a conversation (needed to shout to hear each other). If a member of staff is reading this, please do turn down the music a bit! read more

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This place is casual, fun, and has all the Irish classics, such as the Taste of Ireland which was so fun, with shepherds pie, chicken pot pie, and a beef stew, and of course has some good beer. We loved their fish and chips. Possibly one of the best I've ever had. Crispy batter, fresh cod, generous portion, great fries, tasty tartar sauce. Can't go wrong with that one. Staff was very nice, and they had a special milk cup for kids which we really appreciated since we have a toddler. Great place to watch a game, have a pint, or hang out with friends or family. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Taste of Ireland - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great time at this small authentic Irish pub just off the Boston Common. Family friendly (at least for lunch!) with traditional kids menu for the little ones and great tasting traditional food for the adults. Paired with some Guiness and what's not to love! read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Guiness beef pie - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

After spending a decent amount of time researching Irish food in Boston, we settled on Emmets Irish Pub. My first impression was the restaurant looks like a genuine pub with a dark and cozy atmosphere. It was busy on a Sunday, but we did end up finding a table quickly. The place is small, but there's enough room to get around. I noticed several drinks on tap and a decent size menu. At $20, the Taste of Ireland is what we both got. I recommend this, because you get three different small portions to get an idea of what Irish food is all about. Out of the three, the Guinness beef soup was both our favorite. It's very flavorful, unique, and the beef was tender. The other two were great, just the Guinness beef soup really stood out. The bread that came with the entrees was fresh and delicious. Service was good. A little slow for getting minor things, like water, but it's understandable in a pub environment. Overall, one of our favorites spots while visiting Boston, and one I would definitely come back to in the future. If you never had Irish food, check Emmetts out! If you have had Irish food, check them out! read more

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Absolutely amazing Full Irish breakfast with a perfect pint of Guinness to start my short Boston stay. Both the bartender and waitress were from Dublin and the service was right on point. Two top table was cramped, but we had plenty of room once we moved to the bar. read more

The door guy charged me $10 per person(to me and my date total $20 cash) for having a dinner at this place. Is that normal? It's my first time and I'm glad that I had cash with me. Please let me know. Thank you read more

Emmets has the best Irish coffee. Had it with an authentic Irish breakfast. Staff were polite and fast. Definitely real Irish pub vibes. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Irish coffee - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Emmett's Irish Pub is a great restaurant. We ordered the Bangers and Mash, Taste of Ireland Trio, Roasted Salmon, and the Guinness Beef Stew here. Every dish was flavorful and tasted genuinely authentic. The food was hearty and comforting, just what you'd hope for in a classic Irish pub. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with a lively bar area and a great selection of beers on tap (including, of course, Guinness). The service was friendly and efficient, even with the busy crowd. This place gets really busy! As a walk-in, you might face a wait, so I highly recommend calling ahead and making a reservation. It's absolutely worth it. Memorable food, great vibes, and a warm, welcoming setting. Will definitely be back! read more

Stumbled in with my wife and son when we needed to get some nourishment, especially for the 6-year-old. Friendly servers here and a nice old-school pub atmosphere, though a bit too loud for my taste (the students one table over where screaming over each other for over an hour). Food was decent, the drinks were very reasonably priced and there were some nice toddies in addition to the usual fare. read more

Very delicious food! Super dark restaurant, like a typical Irish pub. Quick waitress. The chicken pot pie and bread that came with it were so good. The pot pie was on the sweeter side, but it worked! The steak bites, mashed potatoes, and clam chowder were also all delicious! read more

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YES YES YES to this Irish Pub. The Irish Stew Is The Star! I'm gonna say that this place is Historic To The Area... It's got really good vibes and all the people that frequent this fine establishment make the place. They are all so friendly. The staff is straight up hired from Ireland, giving this place a more authentic feel. Beer, Food & Good Times. Thank You, Emmet!!! read more

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Used to be a nice place to eat some Irish fare and have a couple of Guinness'. We tried that Tuesday, 7:00 evening with reservations for two. We were promptly led back to the very back to a table for four right in front of the big screen tv. I asked about a table for four at the front but was told that was for bigger parties. Thought a table for four is a table for four. We chose to set a one of the few tables for two along the wall. This was good till after work crowd showed up and nine dorky looking office types set up camp right by our table. They were loud as hell and blocking the asides to restrooms and the kitchen. Ordered food, mine was really good, bangers and mash, wives Guinness pot pie wasn't fully cooked. Sent back, had to hunt waitress down to get a menu for wife. Waitress was very argumentative. We were about to order her food and two beers and after waiting we just asked for our check and left. BTW the table for four at the front was still empty. read more

Great place to stop for a vibrant atmosphere, great drinks, great food and very fast and attentive service. We ordered whisky sours to start and they were made perfectly - not too sweet. I loved the Shepherds pie that came out piping hot. My husband enjoyed his Guinness beef stew. I also tasted it and I agreed. I appreciated the large chunks of vegetables. The portion was huge and it was very rich so order this if you're very hungry, plan to share or if you don't mind taking leftovers home. Our children thought the French onion soup was excellent. My son enjoyed the thick layer of delicious cheese on top. We had sides of French fries and they were wonderful. They were thick cut and double fried with a thick crispy outer crust. This is an excellent place to come for well made comfort food. read more

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Was at the park & wanted a late lunch close by. Stopped in here after perusing the menu and seeing that they had a few veggie options. Walked in and the ambiance was fantastic. It was packed, but there were some fiddlers in the front playing Irish music the whole time which really added to the experience. I ended up getting the veggie burger & it was very mediocre. It came with fries & was very filling, but nothing special. If I came back here, I'd maybe try the burrata salad instead. My friend got the ham & cheese toastie which came with tomato soup. She had the same opinion as myself- not bad but definitely nothing special. Very affordable drinks and music is probably what draws people in. Nice staff, very busy. read more

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Perfect stop at just the right time. Stopped by after getting crabby about school buses dropping off too many kids while we were touring freedom trail. The sign said best Irish coffee and tempted us in. The bartender was really cute and sweet. She was here from Ireland and felt very authentic. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Irish coffee - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Chose Emmets for proximity and the reviews. It did not disappoint. Walked in on a Thursday at 6 PM. The bar was full but hostess had a table to put me at right away. Order a Guinness right away because...you have to. Quick service. Ambiance was traditional dark cozy Irish pub. Exactly what I was looking for. I ordered the taste of Ireland trio and it was wonderful on a cool day. All around good experience and would recommend if in the area read more

Convenient location near the Freedom Trail, good food, reasonably priced, plenty of good drink specials. It was easy to grab a table without planning in advance. read more

Great service and great food! Nice spot to grab a bite to eat and a drink. Vegetarian friendly. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Veggie Burger - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Seems like a classic Boston Irish joint. The venue is very nostalgic and feels very authentic. I have been to Dublin and Galway and I can say that thankfully the food here is a tastier version. I tried the sample platter. The Shepards pie was on point, the Guinness stew was good, and the chicken pot pie was forgettable...too creamy. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - The sampler Taste of Ireland. Honestly, just go for the Shepards pie and skip the chicken pot pie. - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

A great Irish Pub. Six of us showed up for lunch on a busy Saturday. The ambiance was great with Celtic ballads playing in the background and lots of local color. Service was great despite it being busy. The servers did their best to quickly get you food and drink with a smile. The food was great. We got the nachos to share followed by salads with salmon or Sirloin tips, fish and chips, and burgers. Everything tasted great and the portion size was perfect. They also poured a hell of a pint of Guinness and had a good selection of whiskeys to go with it. Give it a try next time you're in the area read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - A pint of Guinness and a shot of great whiskey - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great food. Great service. Aaron and Mary killed it. We appreciate you guys going the extra mile looking for the secret ingredient. Highly recommended a visit if you are in town. Cheers. read more

Nice restaurant! The Reuben was delicious. Great ambiance and great bar. The service was very good read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Reuben - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Violin playing when we walked in, very friendly waitstaff, bar tender was sweet and gave great service! Got a Guinness from the tap was delicious, Shepard pie was superb, really flavorful and big enough to share. The bar itself is a typical Boston bar, nostalgic and fun read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Guinness - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Came for the first time while visiting Boston for the first time! Food and atmosphere was great! We ordered the Taste of Ireland which was a great deal to try 3 dishes, Chicken Pot Pie, Shepard's Pie and Irish stew! Would totally come again! read more

Great old school irish bar. Food was spot on and Guinness poured to perfection. Great hang out casual place. read more

Second time here and this experience was better than the last. Super thank you to Aaron at the front who is the most welcoming friendliest person who helped us when we walked in and got us and got us our table. I didn't catch our waitresses name , but the service here is impeccable. Food is delicious. View are great. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This place is great! My ham sandwich was very good! My husband got the clam chowder with fish sandwich. He stated it was good. The clam chowder needed for salt for my liking so I added more. My daughter had butter noodles and she likes it. The Irish coffee taste good & my husband got a old fashion. The bathrooms were clean and stocked. The waitress was attentive and nice. We would come here again. read more

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Love the draft beer and atmosphere including Music! ! Truly Irish feel will come back for their food too read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Allagash white and Black and Tan Guinness - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Everything was great! Our server from Ireland was super friendly and attentive. Her recommendation of the steak tips, mash and veggies was spot on! And of course the Guinness was excellent! read more

Emmet's is a better pub in the neighborhood. Staff are friendly and warm. Drinks are well made and strong(!). Atmosphere is what you are expecting from an Irish pub, there are plenty of dark woods and nice enough furniture. Food wise, not so much to right home about. I recommend coming here for drinks and eat somewhere else. If I in Boston in future, definitely coming back for their tasty cider. read more

Emmets Irish Pub & Restaurant - Cider, very tasty 5/5 - American Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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