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Experience the Electric Atmosphere After a Boston Celtics Victory
NicholasNicholas
1020
Visited here twice in our short stay, and both times we had a great experience. The first night we had food, and both meals we ordered (Guiness Stew and bangers & mash) were delicious. Some of the nicest pub food we've had in a while. The guiness was nice and creamy too, considering it was our first time trying guiness we ended up having another pint each. It is expensive at $10 a pint, but we knew what we was going into given it's in a city centre, just be prepared. We then came back on Thanksgiving night, as it opened at 7pm (no food served, but we had already asked the first night so only came back for drinks). It was such a good evening, the live music was great and the bar filled up pretty quick so glad we got there early and got a seat. We stayed a good few hours and had several pints of guiness each, so it was an expensive night but I felt worth it for the authentic experience, the live music and festive atmosphere to end thanksgiving night with given most places where shut. I've read some of the other negative reviews on here, and I cant say we experienced anything bad about this place from the food, to the music or service from the staff, they where all really friendly and quick to serve. Not sure if we was lucky both nights or it's generally improved overall. I'd say worth a visit if your looking for a pint or whiskey in an irish bar.
Jade BoydJade Boyd
00
ARRRG,I was going to give it 5 stars, we went in for a quick beer and bite before our whale watch and our server was AWESOME! THE FOOD was GREAT and the beer was ice cold. The vibe was cool so we planned to go back later that evening. Our server said to keep our receipt because with it we could get back in with no cover, Here's where it got rocky. I don't mind the server maybe being wrong about that (was she? Why would she lie?) But it was moreover the way we were told that it was "false information" and that "I was making that up". I have no reason to lie and surely can pay any cover I feel like, but talking down to me and my wife and calling us liars is simply uncalled for and truly disheartening after we had such a great experience initially. Truth be told we avoided the place after that all weekend. I didn't want to knock the place because of a few douchebags at the door)
Pierre SurantoPierre Suranto
10
Visiting Boston you have to go to an Irish Pub and order Fish and Chips. They had a live Irish band playing music and the atmosphere was A-1. As we sit enjoying the music a young lady comes to our table with the same monotone look (and later voice) that she had for the duration of our visit. I do not like monotone service. I will take at least 1 smile and 1 influx in your voice but none is absolutely a no for me. Only reason I gave her a 2 star is because she made me a good Arnold Palmer. We ordered Fish and Chips at an Irish Pub and just knew it would take us to Ireland. We got closer to Ireland at Captain Ds. We had crinkle fries that I buy from dollar tree for my grandkids and fried mushy haddock (could have been cod but would not have made it better) that just was not good. We are well traveled and huge foodies. I would give this place another chance as we all deserve 1 but it will be awhile. Boston was a great town too. I will visit again. BGTN (Black Girl Travel Notes)
Tanya ComeauxTanya Comeaux
10
Come here for the music and the atmosphere! This is a very classic Irish pub. Live music and a very fun time. If you are looking for a traditional Irish pub in Boston with a great environment and live music the black rose is a great spot. Outside of the atmosphere which is amazing, the food and service are okay, the food is not bad it is very Irish and very bulky which is nice if you are hungry one or two plates will me more than enough I promise. Stick to the traditional, meat and potatoes, you can’t go wrong there. If you drink, definitely get one of their traditional Guinness, it’s delicious. The service was very nice nothing to complain about, I even think we got an Irish girl to help us out. If you and your friends and family are looking for a nice time, this is the place to enjoy, sit back and sing along a lot of good Irish Boston songs.
Daniel RodriguezDaniel Rodriguez
00
Food - I had fish and chips. And I was surprised by the quality. It was a nearly two inches thick, the fish was flaky, and the batter was light and crispy. The fries were a little overcooked and the coleslaw was fine. But the star was rightfully the fish, delicious. I had bread pudding and it blew away my wife and I. My wife is the dessert expert and she was taken back by how good it was. It was rich without being heavy. Every dollar well spent. Atmosphere and service - the server was patient and helpful. We stayed for the music and it made a good evening turn great. Of course it's loud but without feeling crowded. We were dining and they didn't cram us in like other similar restaurants. They were never pushy about getting us out the door while we enjoyed the band. Thank you!
Tony TanTony Tan
00
Nearby Attractions Of The Black Rose
New England Aquarium
Primark
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
Escape the Room Boston
Macy's
Boston Children's Museum
Boston Public Market
Omni Parker House
Citizens Opera House
The Paul Revere House

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Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
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Nearby Restaurants Of The Black Rose
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Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf
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The Barking Crab
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Mike's Pastry
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160 State St, Boston, MA 02109
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(857) 465-4100
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blackroseboston.com
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Traditional neighborhood tavern offering hearty Irish plates, ales & live music in a comfy setting.
attractions: New England Aquarium, Primark, Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, Escape the Room Boston, Macy's, Boston Children's Museum, Boston Public Market, Omni Parker House, Citizens Opera House, The Paul Revere House, restaurants: Union Oyster House, Legal Sea Foods - Long Wharf, The Barking Crab, Mike's Pastry, Boston Sail Loft, Neptune Oyster, James Hook & Co, Bova's Bakery, Regina Pizzeria, Bostonia Public House
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