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The Somers Family have been involved in the Bar and Restaurant business in the United States as well as abroad internationally, for over a 100 years. The Somers Pubs were founded by John Joe Somers who left his home country of Ireland for America in his early twenties with dreams of adventure and inspirations of success. John Joe landed in Boston with nothing more than what his two hands could carry, a suitcase and his guitar. Although he knew few in America when he landed at Logan Airport his heart was filled with ambition and the guitar he carried would prove to be the springboard to future success. John Joe didn't have the luxury of doing much sight seeing when he arrived in America, it was straight to work. John Joe would build chimneys, paint houses, and bartend all while playing music every night in the band he created, The Mason’s Apron. It was during one of his bartending shifts that he met his wife to be Ann Somers. John Joe and Ann would marry and go on to build a family having three daughters and one son. After fifteen years in the U.S. John Joe would take a chance that most wouldn't ever consider putting everything he had on the table, opening his first pub Mr. Dooley’s Boston Tavern.

Opened in September 1991 Mr. Dooley’s Boston Tavern located at 77 Broad Street (617.338.5656), just steps from Quincy Market and the Waterfront. Mr.Dooley’s, a great place for live music, a pint and a chat, has been established as a haven for harried businessmen and foot-sore tourists alike. With a full lunch and dinner menu, it’s the place to experience down-to-earth Irish hospitality, and the Boston Globe agrees, voting Mr. Dooley’s best Irish bar in Boston. www.somerspubs.com

Established in 1657, The Green Dragon Tavern at 11 Marshall Street (617.367.0055) on the Freedom Trail, has a long and rich history. In past times, it counted Paul Revere and John Hancock and many members of the Sons of Liberty among its regulars. It was in The Green Dragon Tavern the Boston Tea Party was secretly plottedIt was in The Green Dragon Tavern plans for the invasion of Lexington and Concorde were overheard, thus starting the famous ride of Paul Revere. Today the Green Dragon is an eatery popular with visitors to Boston who enjoy dining in a working piece of history. While touring the Freedom Trail, why not stop at 25 Union Street? There you will find Hennessy’s of Boston (617.742.2121), where the feel of rural Ireland merges with the upbeat pace of Downtown Boston. Voted “Best Irish Pub in Boston” six years in a row by the Improper Bostonian. And now there’s even more to enjoy with the addition of The Hooley House, a multi functional entertainment space the design of which was inspired by an Irish Village. The Hooley house is the perfect place for your business or personal event, or come join us on the weekends for the best live bands in New England. It is no secret that Boston has long been known as the capital of Irish America and now the traditional Irish Marketplace Pub has come to Boston and it is aptly named after the lady of the shawl herself “Durty Nelly” (617.742.2090). A two-story bar at 108 Blackstone Street in the heart of Boston’s oldest surviving Market place “Haymarket”, Durty Nelly's has on the first floor, a comfortable & cozy little haven for both the traveler and the shopper alike. Overflowing with Irish charm and hospitality, this is just the place to take a break from a hectic day or spend the night with good friends passing away the hours in great conversation. A definite halting spot for lunch, Durty Nelly's serves good hearty Irish fare including a full Irish Breakfast all Day. On the second floor a surprise awaits in the form of a luxurious 18th Century dining room with some of the best views of the Rose Kennedy Greenway. The dinner Menu is unusual in that it completely changes each day, offering a new experience in Irish dining with each visit. With it’s great food, comfortable décor and cozy atmosphere, Durty Nelly's will rapidly become the Emerald Gem of the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Boston’s first Irish “Super Pub” arrived on the scene in the form of Paddy O’s. Located at the Faneuil Hall district at 33 Union Street (617.263.7771), this offering from Somers Pubs embodies everything that is Ireland and the Irish. From the hand-crafted bar to the authentic furniture, custom made in Ireland, this pub breathes “one hundred thousand welcomes” from the moment you step through the door. Paddy O’s boasts all the traits of a good Irish local complete with cozy snugs, natural stone pillars and a full stage which will cater for everything from traditional Irish sessuins through to Boston’s hottest rock bands. Discreetly tucked away but always on hand are 110" drop-down screens and fully equipped DJ booth and state of the art-sound-system. Paddy O’s offers a menu full of the finest Irish fare with emphasis on specialty Seafood dishes.

The latest edition to the Somerspubs' family is Mr. Dooley's Cohasset at 9 Depot Ct. (781.383.3366). Mr. Dooley’s Olde Irish Village Pub which has quickly ingratiated itself into the hearts of the inhabitants of Cohasset, MA. With its cozy little snugs and a wide array of authentic Irish bric-a-brac, Mr. Dooley’s is a home away from home for many an Irish ex patriot. Serving Lunch and Dinner daily Mr. Dooley’s offers a wide range of Irish comfort food as well as a fine selection of seafood dishes. It has the best selections of craft beers in town and a substantial wine list. However, in the best tradition of an Irish village pub, it is the perfect pint Guinness which is its signature libation. For Quality, Service and a large helping of hospitality, Mr. Dooley’s in the heart of Cohasset, is the place to be. While all of The Somers Pubs locations have their own flair and originality, all are stamped with the Somers Seal of Quality and Hospitality. You’ll enter as a customer and leave as a friend! The Somers Pubs We are open 364 days a year, closing for Christmas.