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.
Irish pubs are pretty much the official bar of Boston, and Good Will Hunting is pretty much the official movie of Boston. That means it doesn’t get more officially Boston than the L Street Tavern, where a scene from Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s beloved movie was filmed.
Above all else, Boston has some of the best Irish pubs in all of America. Sure they may not have happy hour or stay open till 4 am but what they do have is plenty of craic and traditional Irish flair. It is also a place where many Irish people call home. There is a deep heritage of Irish culture here which you can find out more about by visiting the Irish Culture Centre…
When seeking an Irish pub in Boston, the problem is less finding one than deciding on one. Which is to say, this city has a lot.
With over 100 Irish bars scattered throughout the greater Boston area, a refined list of choices is in order. Here are 17 Irish pubs that will quench your thirst for Guinness…