The Black Rose, Faneuil Hall
11 people recommend, 4 warn against itvia r/boston, r/massachusetts17 comments cited below
What people say, in short
The Black Rose is recommended as an Irish-pub stop near Faneuil Hall, with praise for live music and a lively atmosphere. Two commenters rank it their top pub, while others favour a quieter daytime pint. There is meaningful dissent: several see it as tourist-focused, and one strongly advises skipping it. Its convenient crawl location does not make it a consensus local favourite.
Address
The Black Rose, 160 State St, Boston, MA 02109
At a glance
- Best for
- Live music
- Opinions divided
- Yes
- Known for
- Live music, Afternoon pint, Bar crawl stop
Nearby on this map
Other places on this map closest to The Black Rose, Faneuil Hall, as the crow flies.
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/Odd_Inspection_9175 in r/boston · Dec 2025ambience
Enjoyed a local beer there with a scenic view of snowfall outside.
- Recommendsu/jackkrewe in r/boston · May 2025
Named as one of several Faneuil Hall pubs to move between during one night.
- Caveatu/jennyjenny223 in r/boston · Apr 2026
Doubts locals go there, suggesting it mostly draws visitors from outside.
- Recommendsu/b0xturtl3 in r/boston · Apr 2026
Listed among downtown spots locals frequent.
- Recommendsu/SnooPineapples9761 in r/boston · Apr 2026ambience
Defends it for live music, a fun atmosphere, and nearby options.
- Caveatu/saucisse in r/boston · Apr 2026
Advises skipping it, calling it a spot aimed at tourists.
- Caveatu/teddyone in r/boston · May 2025
Dislikes the Faneuil Hall pub-crawl choices, including The Black Rose.
- Mixedu/massmanx in r/boston · Jun 2024taste
Calls it a bit of a tourist spot but a strong daytime pint, and their top Guinness pick in the city.
Show all 17 cited comments
- Mixedu/Expensive_Face_9951 in r/boston · Apr 2026ambience
Has had a beer there; says it's tourist-focused but still works as a bar when quiet.
- Recommendsu/Ronin1 in r/boston · Sep 2026
Says this spot is a fine place for a boozy night out.
- Caveatu/Santillana810 in r/boston · Apr 2026
Explains that some see it as mainly for tourists.
- Recommendsu/Woof-Good_Doggo in r/massachusetts · Mar 2026
Includes it as a stop on a suggested bar crawl route.
- Recommendsu/rampaige30 in r/boston · Nov 2025ambience
Visited the previous year and found it busy, suggesting Irish bars are a reasonable holiday option.
- Recommendsu/7screws in r/boston · Apr 2026
Suggests including it in a small crawl with a few other spots.
- Recommendsu/Immediate_Bread_9273 in r/boston · Apr 2024
Says it's their top pub in town and very close to the taproom.
- Recommendsu/Cautious-Finger-6997 in r/massachusetts · Mar 2026
Named in a suggested downtown bar crawl route.
- Recommendsu/Dingbats_6213 in r/boston · Oct 2026
Says the best Irish pub title belongs to the Black Rose.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.