J.J. Foley's Cafe

4.5(832)

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Location & Hours

Address

117 E Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02118, USA
Boston, MA 02118
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Wednesday at 2:00 AM

Monday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Tuesday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Wednesday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Thursday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Friday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Saturday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Sunday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(617) 728-9101

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About J.J. Foley's Cafe

Neighborhood pub founded in 1909 offering Irish-American eats & diversions such as TVs & darts.

Price range: inexpensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

4.5/5

Based on 832 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Ric Douglas

a month ago

If you're gonna visit Boston, put JJ's on your to-do list. It's owned by the same family-five gens!-since 1909. It's got great personality, the staff is awesome and the food will surprise you- pleasan...

Brittany Schroeder

a month ago

Awesome neighbourhood pub. The staff works as a team, casual service, lots of seating - great food and drinks! Would pop in here again if back in town, felt very welcoming.

Mindy W

4 months ago

I was dropping my friend off at the airport, but since her flight was delayed, we decided to grab food and drinks nearby. This was our first time at JJ Foley's Cafe. When we arrived, the table we were...

Paul Roche

4 months ago

Stopped in for a bite to eat earlier in the day. I had about 45 minutes to spare and had great steak tips, mashed potatoes and vegetables. It was great! Service was outstanding too and very welcoming....

nulmonkey7

7 months ago

Spent the day visiting historical sites and pubs. This was by far the best pub along my journey. It is still family run (going on 5th Gen) and extremely friendly and inviting. Prices are good, beer is...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a positive and welcoming experience, often exceeding expectations with its food and service, but some experiences were marred by service issues and food quality concerns.

Customer Favorites

Clam chowder and steak tips are highly recommended. Curry fries and banoffee pie are also popular choices.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is described as a friendly, welcoming neighborhood pub with a great atmosphere. The staff is typically regarded as awesome, attentive, and creating a welcoming experience.

Value & Quality

Prices are considered good, and portions are adequate. However, some customers have noted issues with food quality, such as unseasoned wings or burnt fries.

Areas for Improvement

Some customers experienced issues with dirty tables, inattentive service, and dismissive responses from staff regarding food quality concerns. Addressing consistency in food preparation and staff responsiveness is crucial.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight positive experiences with food quality and friendly service. However, earlier experiences point to possible inconsistencies in service and food preparation.