Boston — with its winding cobblestone streets, frequently overcast sky, and a public house on every block — is the closest spot to Ireland in the U.S., at least metaphorically. As such, drinking in Boston befits knocking back a bold, creamy pint of Guinness.
The city is overflowing with the Irish stout, but there’s more to serving Guinness than just having the beer on draft. Mastering a perfect pour requires learning a number of techniques, such as the multi-part pull.
To get the inside perspective on where to find a flawlessly poured pint, we tapped Boston-based barkeeps to share their favorite Guinness pulls in Beantown. Whether you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or just looking to split a few Gs, these are the bars with the best Guinness in Boston.
The best Guinness pours in Boston, according to bartenders:
- The Druid
- Warren Tavern
- An Sibin
- Mr. Dooley’s
- J.J. Foley’s
- Emmet’s
“The best Guinness in Boston is at The Druid in Inman Square in Cambridge. No matter how busy it is, they always take time and care with their pours, and the glassware is always proper.” —Hakeem Vera, service manager, State Park, Cambridge, Mass.…