JP Eats!: Eugene O’Neill's in Forest Hills Has Serious Irish Pub Charm

A spanking new Irish pub shines on Washington Street.

There are a lot of Irish pubs in Boston? You don’t say. But where are the best Irish pubs in town? The debate might ignite a drunken brawl or two, but brand-spanking new Eugene O’Neill's in Forest Hills shouldn’t expect too many haters. This place has some serious charm. O’Neill's opened last month on Washington Street, across from the Forest Hills T stop, courtesy of restaurateur John Jacobs, who recently unveiled the Irish-themed eatery Napper Tandy’s in Roslindale. Jacob and his wife Niamh have also owned and operated the franchised Napper Tandy’s in Norwood for nearly a decade. “Jamaica Plain seemed like the right place for us," says the affable Jacob. “There’s a great neighborhood vibe here, and this is the type of place I think …

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