St. Patrick's Day has a way of making everyone proud to be Irish.
Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day—even those who refuse to wear green. To celebrate the arrival of Christianity on The Emerald Isle’s shores more than a millennium ago, we Americans dutifully go to the pub and consume an ungodly amount of green beer, Jameson, Guinness and corned beef and cabbage. Because that’s how ’Mericans pay homage! Below is a guide to some of the best local pubs and restaurants. May the luck of the Irish be with you.
Photo by Greg Ramar.
The Mighty Festival starts Friday and Rosie McCann’s beer guide will have all the usual suspects. The daylong event features live Irish bands and make sure to come with an appetite, as their menu features corned beef and cabbage, shepherd's pie, Guinness and plenty more Irish delights.
The Drying Shed will be hosting eight-piece band Tortilla Soup as they play ’60s favorites along with DJ Jammin J on the turntables will take you back to Studio 47 days. Mark the calendar for a night of drinks and old school jams.
Sip some green beer and dance the night away with DJ Tanveer and the hottest Bollywood and top-40 jams. Remember to dress in green or gold to get in and claim party hats and favors.
This German beer hall and restaurant goes green as they serve corned beef and green beer all day from 11am to 11pm. They’ll also have a Guinness “keep the glass” special.
O'Flaherty's is kicking off the holiday early on March 13 with live Irish bands, traditional Irish food and Irish dancers throughout St. Patrick's Day weekend. The party comes to a close with the Crooked Road Céilí Band performing live on March 17.
Claddagh rolls out the party in South County with 17 beers on tap, Irish coffee and an outside patio bar. A limited Irish menu will be served all day while traditional music kicks and Irish dancers break it down without moving their arms.
D-Roc and Dynamic D will host St. Patrick’s Day at this Irish pub starting at noon. Forget the food here, this pub is for authentic Irish beer and spirits. Don’t fret if hunger strikes, though, as Molly’s allows take-out food or delivery from any restaurant.
This all-day party requires comfortable shoes and a loose belt, as Katie Blooms slings specialty drinks and serves up traditional Irish dishes like corned beef cabbage.
Throughout the week, C.B.’s will feature a variety of Irish music including the Silicon Valley American Harp Association, Richard Katz and The Irish All-Stars and Hannegan’s Home-Boy Piper Band. On Friday, musicians will kick the party into another gear for the all-day, all-night celebration.
An excellent place for a pint and pub grub, this Irish tavern will have a DJ starting at 8pm. Wear green gear and enjoy beers on tap and specialty drinks all night.
Double the fun as The Oxford hosts a dual celebration for St. Paddy’s and their one-year anniversary. Specialty bites and cocktails will be provided along with Guinness and Jameson specials.
