M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza

Name: M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza
Address: 27 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA, United States, 02116
Telephone: (617) 482-2255
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (294)

$30 and under

Comfort Food

27 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Great for happy hour
Good for groups

Thank you for choosing MJ O'Connor's! We have spacious, socially-distanced seating and operate with the highest standards of safety. We currently are not taking reservations at this time, but walk-ins are always welcome! Any questions please give us a call at (617) 482-2255! We look forward to providing you with a safe and enjoyable dining experience!

About MJ O'Connor's:
A favorite Irish pub for visitors and locals alike for over 15 years, visit MJ O’Connor’s for delicious pub fare, American food, local craft beers and an extensive draft beer selection. Menu features include award winning New England Clam Chowder, Fish & Chips, and Steak Tips. MJ’s is conveniently located in the Park Plaza, between Back Bay and the Theater District.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Irish
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 482-2255
Website
https://www.mjoconnors.com/back-bay/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Janine Giarla

Location
27 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Parking details
200 Stuart st @ Revere Hotel or Motor Mart
Public transit
Green Line - Arlington
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

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What 294 people are saying

M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.5Service
4.0Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza offers "great service and food" in a lively atmosphere, perfect for a pre-show meal. Known for its "award-winning chowder," the menu features tasty options like pulled pork and "French onion soup." While noise can be an issue, staff are attentive and accommodating, enhancing the dining experience.

294 Reviews

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John
Greater Boston50 reviews
2.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Clam chowder was watery and lacked flavor. Tasted like it was cooked with milk and not cream. Calamari was not crispy and on the soggy/greasy side. The waiter was very good and very patient with us.
M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the clam chowder and calamari didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your kind words about our staff and will use your comments to improve. We hope to provide a better experience next time you're in the area.
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Peter VIP
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Had dinner here before a Sunday show and was pleasantly surprised by how good the food was. We started with a cup of chowder—and I can see why it’s award-winning. I ordered the pulled pork special, which was very tasty, and the fries were perfectly crisp on the outside. Finished with a rich chocolate cake for dessert. Our waiter was attentive but seemed a bit overwhelmed—perhaps they were short-staffed that evening. Noticed quite a few Irish tourists enjoying the weekend, which added some lively energy to the place. Overall, great food—I’d definitely eat here again.
M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaResponded 3 days ago
Thanks for the fantastic review, Peter! We're thrilled you enjoyed the chowder and pulled pork special. Our team works hard to create a great dining experience, and we appreciate your understanding about the service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delicious meal next time you're in the area.
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Tina
Unspecified1 review
4.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Pretty limited menu. The bangers and mash was nice. Kind of pricey for what it was. Noise level high medium
M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for your feedback, Tina! We're glad you enjoyed the bangers and mash. We appreciate your thoughts on the menu and noise level, and will take them into consideration as we strive to enhance our guests' experiences. We look forward to welcoming you back next time you're in the area!
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Kevin
Greater Boston20 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server was excellent. He adjusted our orders to our preferences and diet requirements. Area was a bit noisy due to a nearby party. Food was good but I felt that the serving size of the chicken pot pie was very small. Other than that we had a nice meal.
M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaResponded on May 19, 2025
Kevin, thanks for your feedback! We're glad to hear our server met your needs and that you enjoyed your meal. We appreciate your input on the noise level and portion sizes, as we strive for improvement. Hope to see you again for an even better experience!
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Michael
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service and food always enjoy a pre show meal there.
M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaResponded on May 19, 2025
Thank you! We're thrilled to hear you enjoy our service and food before the show. We hope to see you again next time you're in the area.
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Alzira VIP
Las Vegas21 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
1st reservation was not good experience. Sat right next to bar and kitchen entrance. Talking by bar tender and servers. Way too loud. Also I had gotten there around 11:15 and grumpy hostess/manager would not let me to wait until 11:30. So unfriendly and could care less about her paying customer! 2nd day- great service from nice young man and friendly host!
M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaResponded on May 19, 2025
Thank you for sharing your experiences. We’re sorry to hear about your first visit and the noise level. We’re glad the second day was more positive with friendly service. Your feedback helps us improve, and we hope to provide a better experience next time!
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Irma
Greater Boston3 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I was disappointed that you don't have table service away from bar. The noise level there was so uncomfortable. Couldn't have a conversation with my family.
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Susan
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good and Gregory and other waitstaff were very attentive and pleasant.
M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaResponded on May 5, 2025
Thank you, Susan! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and that Gregory and the team made your experience special. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back!
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Michael
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great service and food. Perfect for dinner before theatre.
M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaResponded on May 5, 2025
Thanks for the fantastic review, Michael! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the service and food. It’s wonderful to know we could enhance your theatre experience. Hope to see you again soon for another great dinner!
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James
Rhode Island2 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Our first time here and it was somewhat disappointing. The service was great. The atmosphere was good. The French onion soup was very good as well as the cabbage eggrolls. Unfortunately, the corned beef sandwich (Ruben) was the worst I ever had. Nothing in it, and the bread was dried like it came out of a toaster. When they explain this to the waitress, she apologize, but that was it.. With so many great restaurants in the city of Boston, we will not be returning here ever again .
M.J. O'Connors Park PlazaResponded on May 5, 2025
James, we appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed the service. We're sorry to hear the corned beef sandwich didn't meet expectations. We'll use your comments to improve our offerings. Thank you for visiting and sharing your experience with us.
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M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 482-2255.

M.J. O'Connors Park Plaza is rated 4.3 stars by 294 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jul 2, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

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27 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

Neighborhood
Back Bay
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Mon–Wed 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Irish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
200 Stuart st @ Revere Hotel or Motor Mart
Public transit
Green Line - Arlington
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Janine Giarla
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Website
https://www.mjoconnors.com/back-bay/
Phone number
(617) 482-2255

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