Bursting with charm and old-world aesthetics, Edinburgh is about to get a healthy dose of Irish hospitality as The Boston Bar opens at 104 Hanover Street this September.
Brought to the Capital by the team behind Freddy’s, the popular late-night party parlour located on nearby Frederick Street. The fresh new venue which is a mix of a warm and welcoming authentic Irish bar with industrial elements taken from watering holes in Boston and New York offers a unique setting to enjoy live sport, intimate gigs, world-class beers and a laid-back bite to eat and a bit of Freddy’s fun thrown in for good measure.
Located within the former Bar Soba, the two-level venue has been extensively renovated over the past six months, with no expense spared on the flawless design, which was developed in collaboration with ARKA Design Studio and Too Gallus. Drawing inspiration from incredible venues in major cities around the world, The Boston Bar recreates the warm and welcoming atmosphere of a traditional tavern and features classic subway tiles, exposed red brick, vintage lighting, and wrought iron railings that give a nod to Boston’s iconic Beacon Hill, and eye-catching trinkets and artefacts that were sourced from auction houses, salvage yards and dealers during trips to Ireland.
And it’s not just the interiors that have been carefully crafted. Behind the bar, visitors will find an extensive range of drinks including 40 draught and bottled beers, stout and cider, and a range of Irish pours. The soon-to-be-unveiled food menu will also feature American classics with an Emerald Isle twist.
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Open seven days a week until 1 am, The Boston Bar provides the perfect spot for gatherings with friends, family and colleagues, while big screens dotted around the venue ensure there’s no better place to watch live sport. Plus, with private nooks featuring personal TVs, outdoor seating and live music. Smart Interactive darts boards are located in the second downstairs bar which takes darts which use Augmented Reality to track the darts and can be enjoyed by all skill levels, the relaxed space has something for everyone.
Vintage trinkets and artefacts adorn the walls of The Boston Bar (credit: Arka Design)
“We’re thrilled to introduce The Boston Bar to Edinburgh,” said owner Edward Fox, who also recently completed a major renovation of Freddy’s to keep up with unprecedented demand. “Our goal is to create a space that embodies the welcoming spirit of the Irish bars in Boston and New York – places where families and friends come together to enjoy good food, great drinks and even better company.
“We hope to offer a unique experience that adds a new dimension to Edinburgh’s vibrant hospitality scene, providing a perfect spot for both casual gatherings and lively evenings. The Boston Bar will be a place to enjoy ‘a double dose of original sin’, as the Irish would say, and we can’t wait to welcome friends old and new through the door.”
With The Boston Bar providing a more relaxed setting, and Freddy’s offering a high-energy atmosphere, the sister venues complement each other perfectly – and with just a five-minute walk between the two, guests can start their evening with a meal or drinks at The Boston Bar before heading straight for Freddy’s to keep the party going until 3 am.
For those looking to step behind the bar, the team is also currently recruiting for various positions, including management, supervisors, chefs, bar staff, waiting staff, and bar backs, offering competitive rates of pay, commission and perks, as well as opportunities for career progression within the company.
