This Spot Is Being Called the Best Irish Pub in Maine

With the rich Irish ancestry we have here in Maine, it’s no surprise that we have plenty of great Irish pubs. But one of them is now getting national attention!

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Here in our Pine Tree State, we love Irish food, beer, music, and culture—it’s a big part of how we celebrate our day-to-day. Plus, with the Boston Celtics as our closest NBA team, we can’t help but feel a little extra Irish pride!

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With that in mind, how do we determine what makes one Irish pub better than another? And who exactly is making this decision?

To identify the best Irish pub in Maine, 24/7 Wall St. reviewed recommendations from sources like Irish Star, IrishCentral, Ireland Calling, Yelp, and various local outlets. The final selections were made using editorial judgment based on the gathered insights.

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Alright, now that that's out of the way, which Irish pub is being recognized as one of the best in America and the best in Maine?

According to a recent report by 24/7 Wall St. titled ‘The Best Irish Pub in Every State,’ their selection for Maine is a popular tourist destination right here in ‘Vacationland’—Leary's Landing Irish Pub in Bar Harbor. Additionally, Leary’s claims to be geographically closer to Ireland than any other pub in America.

So there you have it — Leary's Landing Irish Pub in Bar Harbor is being celebrated as one of the best Irish pubs in America and the best in Maine!

What are your thoughts on 24/7 Wall St.’s selection? We’re big fans of Geaghan's Pub & Craft Brewery and Paddy Murphy’s in Bangor, too! What about you? We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to join the conversation by messaging us on the app.

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