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Brookline, MA 09/07/05 Murphy's Irish Stout is a popular quaff at Matt Murphy's Pub in Brookline Village , Wednesday, September 7, 2005. (Globe Staff Photo/Wendy Maeda) section: Magazine slug: Ethnic reporter: -- 09IrishPubsWendy Maeda/Globe Staff



There is no time like the present to take advantage of the Boston area’s many Irish pubs. Whether you’re looking for a distraction, live music, some irish grub, or a family-friendly scene, one of these 30 spots will be sure to suit your needs.








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