Croke Park/Whitey's

Who gives 5 stars to a dive bar in Southie? This Irish bar is perfect. First off, I landed a parking spot in front and saw many spots in the vicinity. There is no name on the bar but the number is prominent as is the green facade. Inside a cast of characters enhance the experience. Everyone was warm and friendly despite the fact we were newbies. Cheap draught Guinness carefully poured by lovely Gerry. Free pool and bathrooms with toilet paper for the girls (important stuff not always present in a dive). This was a date with an amazing guy and man, I loved it. Ya, I picked it too Memories are made in different ways and for me, this date will be ingrained in my mind for years to come. Fun spot!!

I'm not sure I can give this place five stars. You sorta hafta save those for really, really great experiences.

That said, going to Whitey's--and this is usually later in the night, and after a couple--is awesome. Southie gets such a rep for being parochial and not accepting the locals. I've never felt that way here. People on both sides of the bar are cool people. I always have fun here.

Exceptional dive bar, in every way.  I've never been to a bar up north where they only charged $1.15 for a pint of beer, but then again I've never been to a place that only serves natural light. They have different taps - one with a Budweiser logo, bud light, etc - but they are all natty!