Brighton's Authentic Irish Pub
Irish Village has been a Brighton landmark since 1970 offering genuine Irish hospitality and perfect pints in a welcoming neighborhood setting. For over 50 years this pub has maintained the warmth and character that make it a favorite among locals while welcoming visitors to experience authentic Irish pub culture.
History and Ownership
Originally opened by Galway native Peter Lee the pub was created to give Irish immigrants a taste of home in Boston. The welcoming atmosphere quickly attracted neighbors of all backgrounds turning Irish Village into a true community gathering place. Today longtime general manager Kieran Hammer leads the team with pride in continuing the tradition of hospitality and perfectly-poured Guinness.
Live Music and Entertainment
The venue features live music every Friday and Saturday night showcasing local and regional talent. Wednesday nights bring open mic hosted by Jimmy Kelly welcoming musicians poets and performers from 8pm to 11:30pm. The pub provides a small drumset guitar keyboard and mics making it easy for musicians to participate. Additional weekly events include trivia on Tuesdays and karaoke on Thursdays.
The Back Room
Recently renovated the back room provides an ideal space for performances and events. This addition has expanded the venue's capacity to host various entertainment formats while maintaining an intimate atmosphere. The space works equally well for attentive listening or social gatherings creating flexibility for different types of events.
Food and Drink
While the focus is on beverages Irish Village has added delicious toastie sandwiches - grilled cheese on multigrain bread with optional ham and mustard - that pair perfectly with the beer selection. The bar is known throughout Boston for expertly-poured Guinness and maintains a quality selection of beers on tap plus full bar service. Patrons are welcome to bring in outside food when the kitchen is not operating.
Neighborhood Character
What makes Irish Village special is its genuine neighborhood pub atmosphere. The predominantly Irish staff creates an authentic experience while remaining welcoming to everyone. Regulars mix with first-time visitors darts are available when it's not crowded and the bartenders provide friendly attentive service. The pub's reasonable prices and lack of pretense have made it a Brighton institution - the kind of place where you can relax with friends enjoy quality drinks and maybe catch some excellent live music all without breaking the bank. Irish Village represents the best of traditional pub culture adapted to its Brighton neighborhood home.