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The 15 Best Irish Pubs in Boston

Find your perfect pint at these consistent favorites—from classics like J.J. Foley’s, to cozy spots like the Druid, to plenty of charming dives.

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L Street Tavern in South Boston. / Photo by Greta Jochem

L Street Tavern

This corner bar has the dark woodwork, stained glass details, and (often crowded) community atmosphere you’d expect from a classic Boston Irish pub, which is likely why the producers of Good Will Hunting chose to film some of the Oscar-winning movie there.

658 E. 8th St., South Boston, 617-268-4335, Facebook.