O'Hara's Food & Spirits

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When to Go: With a lack of adequate sports bars in the area, O' Hara's doubles as a hangout for serious Sox and Pats fans. When there's a big game on, expect every seat at the bar to be spoken for.

With a lack of adequate sports bars in the area, O' Hara's doubles as a hangout for serious Sox and Pats fans. When there's a big game on, expect every seat at the bar to be spoken for.

It's "always packed" at this "upscale" Newton pub, since the grub's "reliable" and there's "plenty" of it, along with a lengthy list of beers to wash it down; "excellent" staffers boost the "family" feel, and rates are "reasonable" enough for regulars to maintain "once-a-week" habits.

The Scene
A favorite among families and seniors since 1985, O'Hara's has a wait most nights (reservations are not taken); the large, handsome bar is a good spot to pass the time. Many...

O'Hara's features a warm and welcoming atmosphere accented by dark wood, a sprawling horseshoe bar, and gracious paned windows.

Operational since 1985, O'Hara's Food & Spirits is a classic grill restaurant that provides a gathering spot for families children and youths. It serves a range of American and Italian cuisine. The restaurant offers dinner and daily luncheon specials along with regular dining options. Its menu includes appetizers, salads, soups, burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, pasta dishes and calzones. O'Hara's...