Doyle's Cafe
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130-2602
Phone: (617) 524-2345
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Williams Street
- Hours:
- Daily 9am-1am
Editorial Review for Doyle's Cafe – by Citysearch Editors
The Scene
Doyle's attracts an unusually diverse and friendly clientele, from neighborhood regulars to political buffs. Photographs and newspaper clippings on the walls provide a surprisingly good lesson in Boston's political history; every mayor since Honey Fitz has dined (and glad-handed) here.
The Food
Stick-to-your-ribs offerings like thick and creamy clam chowder. The burger is a monster; choose among beef, turkey or vegetable. Try the boneless prime rib with superb mashed potatoes. There's also the famous corned beef and cabbage, served every Thursday and on St. Patrick's Day (if you can get in the door). Wash it all down with Irish whiskey or pick a brew from Doyle's large selection of Irish and non-Irish beers. The kitchen makes all its own desserts except for the cheesecake, baked by a relative of the owners.
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Insider Tips
When to GoStop by on St. Patrick's Day for one of the area's biggest celebrations (bagpipers perform throughout the day).
User Reviews for Doyle's Cafe
10/24/2007 Posted by pubcritic1
I am from New Hampshire visiting the Boston Area and was urged by my colleagues to visit the esteemed Irish Pub in J.P. With the tin ceilings, oak bar, and political memorabilia hanging on the walls it easy to see that Doyle’s is ingrained in its Irish heritage yet very much attuned to today’s popular culture. When I visited, a local Frisbee team was having dinner after a game and people were gathered around the bar watching the Red Sox game. The lively atmosphere, service, food, and tap selection exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend a visit to Jamaica Plains Doyle’s Café.
Pros: everything
03/29/2007 Posted by dfunaki
I was there on St. Patricks day. I am from So. California and visiting friends in Boston. As soon as I walked in everyone was staring like I was from another galaxy. The staff was not welcoming. I got horrible service from the bartender to the waitress. ( She couldn't bare to look at my dark skin) I felt very out of place and knew that I was not welcome. The food was bad( Boiled dinner?) and it my bloody mary was horrible. I wish these people would welcome all cultures as I was to be celebrating a great irish tradition.
Pros: Great lookin gplace
Cons: Service is not good unless you're irish
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