The Black Rose

I have been wanting to take my family here for years. (We live in Michigan) I came to this restaurant 22 years ago with my parents and loved it. I remember exactly what I ordered then! I was nervous to go back and ruin the memories but so glad I did go back. It's exactly as I remember. Very quaint restaurant. I love the style and atmosphere. The staff are so friendly and lovely. The food was great. My son said it was the "best burger" of his "whole life" and that's saying something because this kid lives off burgers and pizza. I got the Boston dip and it was fantastic. I also felt like it was fairly priced. My husband got a Guinness and said it was so fresh and the best he has had. I would love to come back here. We enjoyed our meal here and our kids now have memories of this place as I did.

While exploring the city on our first day in town, we stumbled across this gem! The place was busy and lively and we thought we'd give it a try. SO GLAD WE DID!!! We didn't really know what to order since it was our first real Irish restaurant - so the waitress suggested the "sampler" of their most popular dishes - IRISH TRIO: mini shepherd’s pie, a bangers and mash, and Guinness beef stew. It was an excellent choice! Very good and very filling. She also recommended the perfect pint to go with the meal. The plan was to get desert too, but we ran out of room. Hope to be back again!

Very nice place for drinks and dinner. They have live band entertainment in the evening. It also has a Happy meal with New England clam chowder, Lobster roll and a boston cream pie. All for $50. Not on the menu. Worth trying.

Fun Irish pub with knowledgeable staff. The kitchen and wait staff were able to answer questions about their food menu related to my allergies. I was able to enjoy the Guinness grilled chicken sandwich with no cheese as a dairy free meal. It was good, but the sauce was a little saltier than I expected. Served up very cold beers!

They were very accommodating with me being disabled. The food was delicious. It was average price for way above average food. Service was excellent. Definitely a place to stop in.

My wife and I took a recent trip to Boston and knew we wanted to find an Irish pub, but there were so many, we had trouble deciding where to go. On our first day, we asked a local (with bright red hair and an Irish Bostian accent, of course), and he suggested the Black Rose. It was the best recommendation we got the whole weekend! This is a beautiful, wood paneled, old-feel Irish pub with live music and a wonderful atmosphere. Often, when the band is playing and everyone in the bar is singing and clapping along, conversation at your table is impossible. But, there are plenty of times when the band plays something more low-key, or takes a break that you can have a conversation. Our bill was $144, BUT don't let that scare you. Both my wife and I had multiple drinks (over $50 at the bar), an appetizer (corned beef and cabbage egg rolls), and ultimately 3 entrees. We were really enjoying the band and hung out for over an hour and a half. Entrees, on average, were around the $20 mark, and we could've eaten for much cheaper. Everything we ate was delicious. I've eaten at a lot of Irish pubs, including in Savannah, GA. However, the Guinness stew was probably the best I've ever had! We enjoyed it on my wife's trio so much, we ordered an extra entree of it because we wanted more.

Well the Irish coffees are really good. And it's an old town Irish pub type atmosphere which is nice. Beware: the menu indicates that the Irish coffee's are $13 but the bartender charged me $15. When I questioned the bartender he exclaimed "oh that's an old menu". This candle was not worth a fight, so I just enjoyed my coffee and moved on to enjoy my vacation. Other than feeling like I've been taking advantage of, it's a nice place and the coffee was good.

The Black Rose, State Street. Right next to the Aquarium T. Great location to start an Irish pub crawl. Went in Saturday afternoon. Live music, nice crowd , loud. Ordering is quick. Service is excellent. Had the Onion Soup and the Sausage Rolls and a 1/2 pint of draft Guinness. Excellent food. Great atmosphere. Bar and seating areas were clean and tidy. What a great time!

We got here at 8pm on a Wednesday (first Wednesday of September) and it was packed. We waited for a table to open up and after about 30 minutes we were seated! I didn't know they had live Irish music every day which was going strong when we walked in. It was very loud so we weren't able to hold a conversation when they were playing, but that was ok. We were able to order a late dinner which we were happy about since the kitchen closes at 9. We both ordered the Irish Trio and we were so glad we did. It included small portions of the beef stew, bangers and mash and shepherds pie! It was all so good!

a classic fun and lively Irish pub! This place was packed on a sat night with bruins fans but the service at the bar was still very welcoming and fast. They had downeast on tap which I enjoyed but I didn't try to food so can't speak for that. I also really liked that there was live music playing. It's definetly loud and a bustling atmosphere that's not for everyone but I enjoyed it for a quick drink with friends as a first stop of the night.

Came here for some food in the afternoon, and the music was a good vibe. Portions were great and the staff was really friendly! Not much to complain about :)

Awesome Irish pub with all your typical beers plus a large selection of food. Their Guinness stew, onion soup, clam chowder and chopped salad were delish! The highlight is the standup bass and acoustic guitar singing duo that truly make this is a great experience! Lots of locals plus visitors singing along having a good time. Plus a couple TV screens to check out the games Safe fun environment with some cool merch too if they have your size. Friendly hospitable service too! A great Irish pub! Highly recommend!

Visited Boston for work, found this gem. Had dinner the first night and it was delicious. Live music was great. Service was good, they really made sure my beer was always full. Second night went right back and had more mashed potatoes and beer.

Definitely a cute Irish pub with friendly staff that are from Ireland, which made it even more unique. We stopped in to get out of the cold for a hot toddy, and it was perfectly made. We would definitely come back to try some of their menu items which had a bunch of Irish classics.

If I could give this place more stars I would! One of my favorite places we went to while visiting Boston with friends. Walked in and immediately the Irish music was going off. Great band. The place was PACKED (Saturday night 7pm) so we had to wait a while for a good spot at the bar. Ordered a creamy espresso martini and 5/5 stars too.

I've been here several times over the years, and usually enjoy my experience. This time, poor service, weak drinks and the food actually made me sick. Had the turkey sandwich, it was the only thing I had eaten, and it was so salty I got cramped up and ended my night early. the next morning I had to rush to the bathroom (almost didn't make it) and puked. Never again

We tried to go to Mr. Dooley's but it was too loud and had no tables available so we ended up here. I'm glad we did because we really enjoyed it. We sat outside and really enjoyed the cool weather. My husband and I spilt the clam chowder and Irish sampler. Everything was so good and flavorful, the only thing was the temperature of the sampler wasn't very hot. Our waitress was kind but didn't check in very often.

Didn't eat anything but had Guinness and bushmills watched the people walking by, great place to figure out where to go next

Just reviewing the Guinness here: A very average American pint of Guinness. Lots of bubbles in the head and it was barely better than a can of Guinness you can buy for $2-3. For $10 and all the rave The Black Rose got, I wish it was better! Servers, overall bar vibes, and clam chowder were good though, no complaints there.

Such quick service and delicious food! We came here as a last minute lunch and although it was busy, our server was prompt and quickly served us our orders right after we ordered, we were quite surprised with how fast they came out! Both of us tried the Irish trio and it was the perfect little bite of shepards pie, bangers and mash, and Guinness beef stew. We also tried their lobster bisque, which was very sweet, but tasted so warm and delicious on the rainy day. Their stew was full of flavor, as was the shepards pie. The mashed potatoes were creamy and a great complement to the rest of the dishes. We really enjoyed eating lunch here and would definitely try some more off their menu!

When in Boston, it is necessary to visit an Irish Pub. The Black Rose was a true Boston experience. Located near the Aquarium, it had a lively atmosphere without being so noisy it wasn't enjoyable. While they didn't have live music when I visited, they did fawn have live Irish music. I came in a busy Sunday so I had to wait a a bit to be served but the server was friendly and checked on me frequently without being overbearing. I had the Irish stew and, to be honest, when it first arrived I was a little disappointed in the size of the serving. But it turned out to be the perfect size. Thick and meaty and served with two soft pieces of garlic bread, the stew was glorious. It had big chunks of beef, nice size potatoes and carports with a thick broth. I ended up so full I didn't have room for dessert. But I will definitely return when I can.

Great food. Family and I came here after a long day of traveling. Was seated immediately which was awesome. Server came by and took our order and continued to have great service throughout. Food was out of this world. My other half and I both ordered the fish and chips and our daughter ordered the chicken tender basket. We all enjoyed our dinner and servings. Great portions. More than any of us could eat. Cold drinks and they kept them full. The decor was definitely an Irish flair that was so unique. Beautiful and very relaxed and charming. Worth going if you're in downtown Boston. Thanks for a great evening.

A nice to listen to Irish music. They have a solid pint and pretty good food. Although, be warned it gets very crowded at night now that they do not have a second floor.

One of the the best Guinness pints in all of Boston. They always have a live band playing authentic Irish songs. Can get crowded on weekends but worth it. Always fun to stop in for the fun vibes and nice people

If you find yourself in the Fanueil Hall area in Boston and have time to sit down for a quick bite and a drink try The Black Rose. It's such a fun place to spend a few hours. It is modeled after an Irish pub so the Guinness will be flowing and fiddles will fill the air with Irish music. The food is just average but atmosphere and vibe will make up for it. It will be busy so only go if you are not in a rush.

We stopped in for lunch during our visit to Boston. Great menu featuring traditional Irish favorites and plenty of other delicious choices. The Irish beer on tap was refreshing. We had a wonderful server who was super friendly and so attentive. We all enjoyed our sandwiches (turkey club, French dip, and turkey with slaw on rye) with a side of fries. The atmosphere is so relaxing with an old world decor and touches of history. I would definitely recommend stopping in for a drink or a bite to eat.

We were excited to find this place so close to our hotel! We love a good Irish pub and this one did not disappoint. Our server was working so hard in a room full of people. She made sure to come by several times to check on us. My husband said the fish and chips were amazing and my son sang praises about the kids chicken tenders and fries. Our daughters favorite has to be the pretzel. Our only "complaint" .... I hate to call it that but... we went on a night with live music and listen we loved the music playing but it was so loud! We couldn't even hold a conversation and the music felt overpowering. Honestly though... we'd still go back for more!

Such a fun Irish pub in downtown Boston. We came here to get a drink and watch the live music. They do a cover late night but it was worth it for the Irish music. Lots of tables and seating or just space to stand later in the night. We didn't get any food but it looked like good, traditional Irish food. Overall I would stop here when I'm in Boston for the music and vibe!

Immediately knew this was going to be a fun place when the bouncers were kind and joked around with our kiddo as checking id's. The live music was top notch but a tad loud sitting at a table right in front of them while the TVs were also blaring because of the NBA playoffs. Definitely your "average" bumping Irish pub. I would argue that the quality of service was better than the average Irish pub and everyone was willing to help. The shepherds pie was SO good. Buttery, with an ALMOST stew like texture but seasoning was absolute perfection. It could have used a bit more cheese and the toast that came with it was only okay. Would go back again just for a pint next time we are in Boston. P.s. the black and tan was PERFECTLY poured.

The food and drinks are great, the live band is great, it's just great. If you want an Irish pub in Boston, this is the one to check out.

The Irish band playing was amazing. Playing the accordion and violin. A lot of talent. We didn't eat here, since it was later at night, but we did drop in for drinks two nights in a row. Service was typical bartender exchange, but the facility was everything you could hope for.

I've been patronizing the Rose since before my college days. Yes, it's touristy but well worth a visit. There is live music every day and a full menu. All these years I've never eaten here so this review is for the atmosphere and bar. If you want a proper pint and Irish whiskey on the side then the Rose is for you. If you are sitting at the bar be prepared to be social. We had conversations going on with two patrons on both sides of us. Pro tip: We always stop by early afternoon and there are always seats at the bar. At night it's a different story. Too crowded do a Yelp search to find another Irish bar or two within walking distance. Lastly, surprise they mix a great Bloody.

Boston landmark. Great ambiance, location, food/beverages & staff! !

This is a Faneuil Hall Staple-- the Irish-y foods are still good. Stay away from the burgers! No matter how you order them they come out overcooked and are hockey puck patties that you buy at wholesale clubs like Costco or BJ's. It's gross.-- for $20! Same with chicken sandwiches overcooked all food cooked ahead of time and comes out way too fast. The food barely got to our table and the wait person slapped the bill on the table -- I can understand if they were busy but they were not. Rushing people out the door is not good service -- plenty of places around the side in Quincy market-- this one had gone down hill.

We stopped for lunch here. The Black Rose is a proper Irish pub. It was crowded but they seated us fairly quickly. I had a Caesar salad and French Onion soup. The soup was yummy. He had fish & chips plus clam chowder. Both were good. Staff was very busy.

Good food. Good service. Good music. Didn't wait long. The pretzel was huge. The Ruben was spot on and the fish and chips were straight.

Great pub atmosphere and the staff was very friendly and offered suggestions on things to do. The food was excellent and delicious..

Food 8/10 - I thoroughly enjoyed the chicken sandwich I ordered; it was delicious, and the chowder was nothing short of amazing. The flavors in the chowder were rich and satisfying, making it a standout choice on the menu. Drinks 10/10 - The drinks at this place are top-notch. They are particularly generous with their whiskey on the rocks, which is a delightful treat for those who appreciate a well-poured drink. If you're looking to have a great time, I highly recommend trying one of their whiskeys. Entertainment 9/10 - The live performance added a fantastic dimension to the experience. It was a very authentic Irish pub in Boston, and the live music truly transported us to the heart of Irish culture. The atmosphere was lively and filled with the charm of an Irish pub, making the evening even more enjoyable. Overall, it's a place where you can savor great food, enjoy high-quality drinks, and immerse yourself in the vibrant ambiance of an authentic Irish pub in the heart of Boston. This combination of excellent food, drinks, and live entertainment makes it a must-visit for anyone looking for a memorable night out.

Great pint a nice looking pub. Black Rose was on our list of places to visit and it just happened to be on our path that day. Glad we stopped in.

Love this pub! When we walked in we were seated immediately. We ordered Guinness & a red ale. For our meal we had the following: Clam Chowder: it's Boston, go for it! It was creamy & delicious. Really great flavor and they are friendly with the clams which is a plus! Guinness Beef Stew: Uffffff. My favorite stew ever! It comes with garlic bread which is a plus to dip into the stew and have heaven in your mouth. The stew has chunky potatoes and carrots & celery. The stew is thick and creamy. Potatoes could be a little softer but that's my preference. And they give you a good amount of beef. Chicken Pot Pie: This one is good too! Comes with a side of mashed potatoes. Seriously have not tried some mashed potatoes that are once again creamy lol. They did not need anything additional on top. The crust was fluffy and the actual pot pie piece was very flavorful. They have live music 7 days a week, our entertainment was a man with a guitar playing Irish tunes and actually interacts with the crowd which is a plus. Super nice pub! Would recommend to visit

Short walk from the aquarium. We were seated quickly, attentive staff, quick service. The bar area was packed by 5pm, but we were able to get a table to enjoy our food. They had live music, so it was loud, not the place for a quiet, intimate meal, but it was a lively, fun atmosphere. Prices were similar to other places in the area, food was tasty,

Great food, great service, and great ambiance. It's such a great Irish pub. We went on a Sunday night. Live music was amazing! The Guinness and Jameson were served to perfection. It's definitely a must go anytime in town. Beef stew was absolutely delightful and delicious. No complaints.

Gross. Walking around on a Sunday afternoon and looking for a quick drink, apps, and rest. Yes, it is a horrible tourist trap but was desperate. Guinness tasted okay but you could walk up the road and get a better pint for much less. Buffalo tenders were somehow dry, chewy, and cold in the center. Burger full of gristle. Server must have known the food is garbage because she never checked in to check on first bites. Unless you are a tourist who has never been to Boston, advise you to avoid.

The place was cool and very Irish. My food order took the longest but my server was great and ended up taking it off of the tab. It was a super hot day and I think because of the influx of people, the place was never cool so I was sweating over my lunch. Otherwise, I suggest getting the Reuben! Classic! And my friend got the Greek salad and enjoyed it.

The food here is great the atmosphere is a great, but the young waitresses are not the best. The often worry more about talking with their fellow coworkers than pay attention to their customers. Came in today to plan to have a meal and a few beers which ended up being one beer. The waitress never came over to ask if we needed anything and we waited almost 45 min in a empty time we were here. Could have gotten more money but didn't because she was too bothered talking with the hostess instead of waiting the table she had. The lobster roll is great portion of lobster and well seasoned on the cold version. Very fresh and great tasting

This is an iconic Irish bar in downtown Boston. We came here because of the high ratings and positive reviews on ambiance. Boy were the ratings justified! There was a live band and the lead singer made for majority of the experience! He was singing Irish folk and the entire crowd was singing along. A fun night indeed! They have a cover charge (cash only) if you arrive after the singing starts. Expect standard Irish spread of beers and bar food.

Nice location near shopping and the tour boats. Great lively ambiance if you want a fun Irish pub. And they have a good menu to match- we had the clam chowder and fish and chips- all delicious ! One star off for the snippy hostesses-one that had her mouth full of food and was too busy chewing to welcome us or even smile, even when she showed us to our table. Thankful our server Fiona was very pleasant. They had live entertainment starting at 4:00 on the Saturday we were there. It was quite charming.

We were within walking distance and I'm so glad we chose the Rose. We'd flown in for a quick trip from Dallas because we love this city. We were leaving the next day so it was perfect that it had begun raining this day. Bittersweet to leave and why not finish the trip with some world class comfort food! We started with two Black and Tans, the corned beef egg rolls and clam chowder. All that arrived quickly as we settled on entrees. The beers were perfectly mixed. I loved the egg roll concept but ended up gutting the insides for some really good corned beef, cheese and a little kraut. Dipping that into the 1000 island dressing was delicious! And you could easily have that as a meal. My hubby and I split the chowder and it was really good! The fresh dill kicks that beloved dish up a notch - and I'm stealing that idea to try to recreate this at home! My hubby ordered the Guinness stew and I ordered the shepherds pie. We ordered two red beers, yum and I can't recall the name. But dinner showed up and we got down to business.. my hubby's stew was good. The Guinness lends a sweetness to the stew. Chunky cuts of beef, potatoes, carrots easily find their way onto your spoon.. but the pie.. oh my. The dish had a nice big helping of ground beef and lamb, onion, diced carrots and peas. Nestled to the side, piped mashed potatoes that were slightly burnt on top, just the way I liked it. Each bite of savory pie, I topped w those mashed potatoes. This dish, stole the show! So what are you waiting for? Go there. Get some. Life is too short for boring food

The food was great, the vibes were right. Went for the full Irish breakfast m, left happy! Drinks were good--strong. :) Staff was wonderful!

I haven't been to The Black Rose in about 20 years and was excited to pop in for a beer. It was about 530ish on a Thursday and was full of the happy hour crowd and tourists alike. The bar was a little too crowded for my comfort so I opted for a table. I was greeted quickly and put my order in and was honestly surprised at how quick I received everything. My Guinness was poured perfectly. The sausage rolls that I had ordered were...meh. Nothing overly exciting. They fell apart pretty easy but the mustard was good! My server was quick and attentive, the place is a bit noisy (but it was pretty crowded), the security guards at the door were more warm and welcoming than the hostess but the beer was good and I can mark the Black Rose off my list for another 20 years.

Came here for Sunday brunch. The restaurant was pretty empty, I don't think you would need a reservation. Their menu is extremely limited for brunch as they do not serve their regular menu until 12. Ordered the corned beef hash and it was really good. It comes with eggs, toast, and tater tots. The tots were super crunchy. Our food came out pretty quickly since the restaurant was empty. We waited until 12 and ordered a pretzel. The mustard and cheese that came with the pretzel were amazing. I wish they sold the mustard, would have definitely brought some home.

We like to find Irish pubs to visit when traveling and this one was a few blocks from our hotel. Very cool atmosphere. The food was good. They had a good selection of Irish whiskey but seemed to be out of a lot of them. Service was great! Only complaint would be the prices. It was $9.75 for a Guinness which seemed a bit high.

Irish pub/restaurant with live music in the evenings. Came here with family on a Friday evening, and we were able to get a table for four for eating right away (there's a separate area if you're only drinking). Credit cards are accepted. There are restrooms in the back right of the building. The waitress said the live music starts around 8pm. Service was really slow, but the food came out fairly quickly. The sausage rolls came in four with a side with coleslaw, and were like pigs in a blanket. The clam chowder was hearty as was the shepherds pie, though the shepherds pie was a tad watery (I liked the garlic bread on the side though). The Black Rose spring carols came in 6 pieces and had an aioli dipping sauce on the side.

About as authentic an Irish Pub as you'll find anywhere. The beautiful traditional decor makes you feel like you might as well be in bonnie Ireland !! Very low key, relaxed atmosphere. Friendly bar and waitstaff make you feel right at home with a quick pint or shot of Jamo! Nice selection of Irish favs on the menu, but I'd recommend the Guiness Beef Stew if you need to warm up your insides on a blustery day Location, location!! Short walking distance from many of the local tourist spots and views of the harbor are just down the street. Find yourself a cozy booth or hop up on a bar stool - either way, you'll not be disappointed in your visit to the Black Rose.

I have never been more disgusted with the level of service immediately as we walked into an establishment. Our party was full of hardworking doctors and nurses in the Boston area, and we were clearly turned away because the bouncers did not want to deal with additional patrons within an hour of closing (the place was almost empty but we arrived an hour before closing) Shame on you Black Rose.

Stuck at 3.5 stars here. I love this place. Guinness is cold and bartender very nice. Had the New England clam chowder which was really good. She had the lobster bisque which she didn't even finish. Said it was just OK and really had no lobster in it. Between me and her, I will go 4 star though.

I had two different meals here during my stay which actually violate several of my own personal rules during travel. How dare I not try a new and unusual place?!?! My work buddy wanted to try it and I decided not to pull out my Yelp card on him. The building is super old and looks like this bar has been here for generations. All swagged up in everything Irish from the flags, banners, tv shows and menu. They had live music both nights as well as slow service. The bar was just packed but we had no trouble getting seated for a meal on both a Saturday and Tuesday night. Lots of whiskeys and beers to choose from. Between both visits, I had a Jameson, Builleit Rye, Celtic red beer, Irish coffee and a black n tan. I had their giant pretzel with 2 dips (amazing), shepherds pie, bangers appetizer and fish n chips. The fish n chips was the bomb, as was the pretzel. The rest? So so. Worth a drop in if you are Faneuil Hall area. Very touristy. Something tells me they will be packed this Thursday.