4. Kitty O'Shea's

R U kiddin' me? Kitty O'Shea's is the #1 nightlife spot in Boston? Did I accidentally stumble upon the Trotters, ND page? Nothing against Kitty O'Shea's--it's a decent enough bar. Kind of pretty and comfortable. Staff really varies from visit to visit, from exceptionally nice to disinterested (they've never been downright rude to me there). The food is solid pub food. But, really, this is just another bar.

How did this spot get rated #1...The staff is its best asset - cheap big screen hanging in the middle of the room - food is average...Vibe is awful !

I hosted an event here and rented out the second floor. Although the decor is nice (lots of seating, 2 bars, + DJ booth), beyond the aesthetics, IT WAS HORRIBLE. The staff was RUDE, UNCOOPERATIVE, DISRESPECTFUL, and CONDESCENDING in the way they talked down to all of the guests. They (bartenders, wait staff, and bouncers) made us feel unwelcome at the establishment, despite the fact that we had prepaid for a very high bar tab and signed a very generous contract. Moreover, at the end of the night, the manager tried dishonestly to milk me for even more money by attempting to MANIPULATE me into paying a room rental fee that we had already negotiated. I was extremely UNIMPRESSED by the level of professionalism and courtesy, and I do not plan to be a customer of this establishment EVER, EVER again. I have been to a lot of bars and clubs, and this was by far THE WORST EXPERIENCE of all. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY OR TIME!