Sweeney’s on Boylston

Sweeney’s on Boylston is an Irish pub where a pint and a plate of fish and chips make a sensible starting point. The regular menu includes beer-battered fish and chips and a smash burger, while the setting gives you the choice of gathering around the bar or sitting outside when conditions allow. It’s part of the Lenox Hotel’s collection of restaurants and bars in Back Bay.

The pub stays open until 2 a.m. daily, useful when you want to keep talking after dinner elsewhere. Those are bar hours, so check kitchen service before counting on a late meal. Sweeney’s accepts reservations and hosts private gatherings. The Boylston Street location is especially convenient after an afternoon around Copley Square or before heading to another stop in the neighborhood.