In November of 2008, Entrepreneur Gordon Hyde opened Waxy O’Connors in a newly constructed strip mall, a stone’s throw from the Old Downtown of Foxboro and some might argue…a bold location (or even investment for that matter) when measured against the recent rise of the entertainment & shopping mecca that is Patriot Place. Anchored by some of the finest bartenders in the business (Charlie Greene and Mark Malone being two crowd favorites), Waxys serves up winning pints of Guinness, Smithwicks and Stella throughout the night as well as plenty of mixed drinks for the ladies. Sundays and Weeknights, you can catch a game on any of their numerous flat screens and kick back with a Shepherd’s Pie, plate of Corned Beef or any number of authentic Irish specialties that populate the unique menu.
Almost instantly, this unsuspecting Irish Pub & Grill became a force in live entertainment in Southern, MA, regularly showcasing some the hottest area acts like The Infractions, Split Infinity and New England’s Hippest Party Band – PLAYED OUT. Before long, the underground local buzz had mushroomed into a full-blown awareness that this venue had become the premier destination for weekend entertainment, attracting a very diverse crowd of attractive twentysomethings, rejuvenated thirtysomethings, curious fortysomethings and even the occasional geriatric contingent showing up to show those youngsters a step or two!
Moving into 2010, Hyde began mulling an expansion into other New England suburban markets including Lexington (purchasing the original Max Steins, then Pallios Italian Grille) and Keene, NH. It seems as though the Waxys brand is poised to make a big splash throughout the area –executing a very simple concept to perfection:
People don’t need to hit the Big City to see quality live entertainment. In some cases…it’s right in their own backyard.
PLAYED OUT will be appearing at the Grand Opening of Waxy O’Connors in Lexington, MA. Hope to see you there!
