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J.J. Donovan’s Tavern, Dock Square
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J.J. Donovan’s Tavern

  • 4.4224 reviews
  • $$
  • Open now · till 1 am

A cozy, historic Boston tavern known for hearty pours and lively neighborhood energy. Expect a wide beer selection, classic pub fare, and occasional live music — a great spot for groups or sightseeing stops. Visit for unfussy drinks, warm wood-paneled surroundings, and a true local pub atmosphere.

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J.J. Donovan’s Tavern in short

When is J.J. Donovan’s Tavern open?

Every day, 11:30 am–1 am.

When is the best time to visit J.J. Donovan’s Tavern?

It's at its best evenings and undefined. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is J.J. Donovan’s Tavern indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

How much does J.J. Donovan’s Tavern cost?

Google lists its prices as $$.

Where is J.J. Donovan’s Tavern?

27 Clinton St,Boston, MA 02109,United States.

Right now · 5:00 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

Nearly as good as its best, 9 pm.

In its favour

  • Open till 1 am
  • Best in the evening
  • Indoors

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Hours

Open now · till 1 am
monday
11:30 am–1 am
tuesday
11:30 am–1 am
wednesday
11:30 am–1 am
thursday
11:30 am–1 am
friday
11:30 am–1 am
saturday
11:30 am–1 am
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11:30 am–1 am

Where and how

  1. 1 J.J. Donovan’s Tavern
  2. 2 Quincy Market · 1 min
  3. 3 Boston Chowda Co · 1 min
  4. 4 Boston & Maine Fish Co · 1 min
  5. 5 Wild Rover · 2 min
27 Clinton St, Boston, MA 02109, United States(opens the map)DirectionsTo Dock SquareCall+16175239522

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Price $$
  • Good for couples
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.4from 224 reviews

Known for

  • Late night
  • Group dining
  • Sightseeing
  • Great beer selection
  • Live music
  • Sports viewing

The feel

  • Historic
  • Lively
  • Cozy
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • Couples

Around Dock Square

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

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  • JacketThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.