Big Shoulders Coffee announces that two of their Chicago locations will serve as the Official St. Patrick’s Day After, After Party by offering customers a free 16 oz. Regular Coffee* on Saturday, March 18th, 2023, the day after St. Patrick’s Day.
St. Patrick’s Day “Day After” revelers just need to visit the Big Shoulders West Town (1105 West Chicago Avenue) or Gold Coast (858 North State Street) stores and wear any shade of green (either in the same outfit from the day before or a clean one, no judgement) to receive the free, freshly brewed coffee. Both locations are open from 7:00 am – 5:00 pm for the St. Patrick’s Day After, After Party.
“The city of Big Shoulders, Chicago, really knows how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day right,” said Big Shoulders Coffee Founder Tim Coonan. “That’s why we decided to offer our customers a free cup of our freshly roasted, artisan coffee as a quick pick-me-up the day after the big celebration.”
*Limit one (1) Free 16 oz. Regular Coffee per customer. No other drink or food item is part of this limited time, free special offer.
Photo courtesy of Neil Burger for Big Shoulders Coffee
Game Room at the Chicago Athletic Association
Game Room will be offering food/drink specials on March 11, including Hot Irish Coffee, Frozen Irish inspired cocktail, Green Beer, and shots of Tullamore Dew. They’ll open early at 9am.
Arbella
Contemporary Chicago speakeasy Arbella will be offering a variety of specials, including the below:
Gaijin, Chicago’s first-ever okonomiyaki and kakigori restaurant led by chef Paul Virant, will be offering three specials for St. Patrick’s Day:
Gaijin Whiskey Flight with Suntory Toki, Chita, and Hibiki Japanese Harmony whiskeys for $30
Premium Whiskey Flight with Toki, Hibiki Japanese Harmony, and Hakushu 12-year whiskeys for $40
Corned Beef Osaka with corned beef, spicy mustard, aonori, bonito for $25
Photo courtesy of Arbella
Scratchboard Kitchen
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Scratchboard Kitchen's festive treats, drinks and more throughout the entire month of March, which include:
Food
Strawberry & Matcha Poptart: house made strawberry jam filling using Klug farms strawberries, topped with a matcha icing
Lucky Charms Scone: cereal milk flavored scone filled with colorful marshmallows, topped with a festive buttercream and lucky charms
Gluten Free Irish Soda Bread
St. Patrick's Day Decorated Cookies (weekends only)
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Matcha Yuzu Pancakes
Short Rib Hash: cabbage, potatoes and short rib
Drinks
Matcha Vanilla Latte
Chamomile Whisky Sour: chamomile tea, bourbon, lemon juice
Cozy Up: coffee, bailey's (or frangelico), whipped cream - Scratchboard Kitchen’s version of an Irish coffee!
Photo courtesy of Scratchboard Kitchen
The Graceful Ordinary
On parade day, TGO is opening its doors for regular service at 1 pm with Celtic music by local fiddler Ben Zorn at the main bar. The restaurant’s back terrace and front patio will be open for the first time this season, where the team will be offering takes on some classic Irish treats. Parade-goers may stop in throughout the day and warm up with Irish Coffee, Baby Beer Shots, Apple Cider, and snack on their choice of truffle or white chocolate popcorn.
Photo courtesy of Matt Reeves for The Graceful Ordinary
Broken Shaker
Beginning the festivities bright and early at 7:00 AM, guests can start their day at Broken Shaker’s cafe with a strong, Irish coffee ($10) in preparation for the parade. Once revelers have had their fill of the St. Patty’s Day parade, they can return to Broken Shaker for beer dyed as green as the river and some bar bites to line their stomachs. Dancing will also be on the agenda as live music will be provided with DJ performances by DJ Audio Jack from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM and DJ SukiGeez from 9:00 PM until the beer runs dry.
Additional special holiday drinks include $8 Guinness, $9 Green Tea Shots, and $12 for an Irish Whiskey Sour. Walk-ins are welcomed but customers can also RSVP on Eventbbrite.
Flyer courtesy of Broken Shaker at Freehand Chicago
Canal Street Eatery & Market
Located at 314 S. Canal St. in Chicago’s West Loop gate, Canal Street Market & Eateryis the latest project from Spearhead Hospitality.
Canal Street Market’s cookies are available for grab and go to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The shapes will include Shamrocks, Pots of Gold, Leprechauns and more. Guests of Afterbar can select an Irish Whiskey Sour with Jameson and snack on a Reuben Pretzel featuring pastrami, sauerkraut, gruyere and thousand island for dunking.
Market hours are 7-5pm Mon-Fri and Eatery hours are 11-8pm Mon-Fri. Happy hour is 3-6pm daily. Reservations can be made via Resy.
The Robey Hotel
In the Wicker Park neighborhood, this mid-century modern escape is a boutique hotel that has four venues in one building:
Clever Coyote, the bar located on the second floor, will be in full St. Paddy’s day mode with their special Green Fish Bowl which uses melon liquor, coconut rum, blue curacao, lemon, and lime.
A Reuben Steamed Bun will also be available at the bar which will include house corned beef, sauerkraut, gruyere, and thousand island.
The Up Room and Cafe Robey will also be celebrating with a Green Grasshopper made with crème de menthe, crème de cacao and half & half.
Photo courtesy of The Robey Hotel
Virgin Hotels Chicago
Cerise, Virgin Hotels Chicago's rooftop bar located on the 26th floor, will feature river views and food and drink specials all day. Beginning at 7pm, the venue will feature live entertainment. If you’re looking for a quick pick me up, the hotel’s coffee shop, Two Zero Three, will have an Irish Coffee Bar available during operating hours. Additionally, Miss Ricky’s is also offering St. Patrick’s-themed fare as well as easy to grab n’ go items.
For guests traveling into Chicago to participate in the city’s 61 year long tradition, Virgin Hotels Chicago is offering a Charmed Life package which includes 20% off accommodations for select dates throughout March.
Photo courtesy of Virgin Hotels Chicago
City Cruises Chicago
Patrons will have the opportunity to view the newly dyed river throughout the entire St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a Premier Plus Architectural Brunch Cruise on the Chicago River where guests will be provided bottomless mimosas, a 3-course, chef-prepared plated menu alongside views, a narrated architectural tour of the city.
Replay Lincoln Park
Replay Lincoln Park is transforming its bar into Paddy’s Pub from It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, launching March 3 and running through March 18, 2023. The bar, which first debuted this pop up back in 2018, will feature all new photo-ops, a themed cocktail menu, trivia dates, and more. Patrons can grab tickets for express entry on March 11 to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day alongside the official river dyeing with live music beginning at 11am.
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant(1401 S Michigan Ave) will offer Soda Bread with Salted Irish Butter and choose from 3 new specialty dishes. They have a Firehouse Colcannon made with Irish Pot Roast, Guinness, Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Leeks and Savoy Cabbage. Or the Braised Corned Beef & Cabbage made with Buttered Cabbage and served with Fingerling Potatoes, Brown Bread and Mustard Jus. Or Fish and Chips made with Beer Battered Walleye Pike served with French Fries and Tartar Sauce. Also, Irish Coffee Cheesecake made with Bailey’s Irish Cream for dessert.
Depot 226
Depot 226 located within the Canopy Chicago Central Loop at 226 W. Jackson is offering $5 shots of Irish Whiskey. The menu featurs flatbreads, sandwiches and more will be 20% off all month long in celebration.
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge inside the Rose Hotel, located at 5200 Pearl Street, is offering special Corned Beef and Cabbage Special served with Baby Carrots and Horseradish sauce available all month long for $18. On St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, Thorn will also offer green beer on draft to pair with the special as well as any menu item off their regular menu.
Oaken Bistro + Bar
Oaken Bistro + Bar, located in Conway Business Park, will be featuring St. Patrick's Day specials all day long on Friday, March 17. Green Beer and the restaurant's monthly cocktail special, "Absinthe Minded" featuring a mix of vodka, gin, rum, creme de menthe, Midori and a splash of Absinthe. Executive Chef Christian Alejandro has also developed a range of specials for the day including a Corned Beef Hash Entree for breakfast, Reuben Sliders for lunch and a Glazed Corned Beef entree for dinner.
Fulton Market Kitchen
The Fulton Market spot is featuring one of their signature cocktails, the Verdita Sour as a March staple. With a green hue, the Verdita Sour is a sweet and spicy melody made with Blanco Tequila, Pineapple, Cilantro, Mint and Jalapeño.
Photo courtesy of Fulton Market Kitchen
City Works Eatery & Pour House
City Works Eatery & Pour House in Schaumburg, Vernon Hills and Wheeling, is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with twists on classic Irish dishes.
Beginning March 8 through March 17, guests can enjoy:
Irish Bangers and Mash — Grilled Louisiana hot links, smoked cheddar & horseradish potato puree, caramelized cabbage, Guinness-onion gravy
Be the life of the ‘paddy’ with City Works’ featured “Mega Irish Mule,” — 96 ounces of Jameson, lime juice, bitters and ginger beer in a shareable mug, served with three to six straws.
Photo courtesy of City Works Eatery & Pour House
aliveOne
On Saturday, March 11, parade-goers looking for an escape from downtown can head to aliveOne in Lincoln Park. The bar will have festive decorations and specials like $5 green beer and half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
On the actual holiday, Friday, March 17, aliveOne will have half-price happy hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and green beer will be available for $5 while supplies last.
Central Park Bar
Chicagoans looking for a low-key St. Patrick’s Day celebration can enjoy Irish drink specials at Avondale's Central Park Bar. Specials for Saturday, March 11 and Friday, March 17 will include a $9 Guinness and Powers Whiskey shot combo. On Friday, March 17 only, guests can select from a half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Cody's Public House
Pregame is offered at Cody’s in West Lakeview on Saturday, March 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The $30 per person drink package will include green beer, mimosas, bloody marys and all draft beer. St. Patrick’s Day swag will be available and Cody’s will offer a FREE breakfast beginning at 9 a.m. while supplies last.
On the actual holiday, Friday, March 17, Cody’s will host a complimentary Proper 12 Irish Whiskey and Bushmill’s sampling and Guinness glass giveaway at 6 p.m. Specials will include $5 Green Beer, $6 Guinness Imperial Pints, $5 Proper 12 and $8 Bushmills Car Bombs.
Easy Bar
Easy Bar will open at 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 11 to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Guests can partake in a half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Specials available all evening will include $8 Guinness, $7.50 non-alcoholic Guinness and $6 Jameson shots. The Guinness and Jameson special will also be available on Friday, March 17 along with half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Estelle's
Estelle's will keep the St. Patrick’s Day party going until 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 11 and 4 a.m. on Friday, March 17 with a drink combo featuring Guinness with a shot of Jameson for $12. St. Patrick’s Day party-goers who arrive early can choose from Estelle’s half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Gold Coast Social
Pregame opportunities at Gold Coast Social with a party package from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Gold Coast Social has partnered with Green Curtain Events to offer a drink and appetizer package starting at $35 per person. The package includes call liquors, domestic beer, Irish whiskey drinks, Irish stout, and appetizers. Table reservations are also available.
Roundhouse Sports Bar
The newly opened Roundhouse Sports Bar in Logan Square has partnered with Green Curtain Events to host an early morning Irish celebration from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 11. Tickets start at $35 per person and include a drink and appetizer package complete with call liquors, domestic beer, Jameson drinks, Irish stout, and appetizers.
Sweet Mandy B's
Sweet Mandy B’s will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by featuring a “Luck of the Irish” giveaway on Friday, March 17 at both the Lincoln Park and Streeterville locations. Six of The End of the Rainbow Cupcakes (yellow cake with chocolate buttercream topped with gold dust and a rainbow; $4.50) at each location will be filled with a special gold buttercream. Guests who receive the cupcake with gold filling will win a Sweet Mandy B’s prize pack featuring a reusable bag, coffee mug and six cupcakes of their choice.
Additional festive items available from March 11 through March 17 will include a Lucky Charms Rice Krispie ($5.50), Shamrock Cupcakes ($4.10), Shamrock Cut-Out Cookies ($3.75) and Pot of Gold Cupcakes. At the Lincoln Park location only, a specialty Luck of the Irish Cupcake with chocolate Guinness cake and Bailey’s buttercream ($4.50) will be available.
The Graystone Tavern
The Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville will open early at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 11 to celebrate Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The party will feature a $40 food and drink package available from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m that includes a breakfast buffet and unlimited drinks. Guests will select from items like eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, and breakfast potatoes as well as drinks including all 20 draft beers, premium cocktails, all seltzers, all bottled and canned beers, mimosas and bloody marys.
Graystone Tavern will broadcast the Chelsea vs Leicester City Premier League soccer match with sound on 9 TVs throughout the bar beginning at 9 a.m.
The Owl
Located in Logan Square, The Owl will celebrate Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a drink combo featuring a pint of Guinness and a shot of Jameson for $9. Open until 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 11, The Owl will also feature the $9 Guinness and Jameson combo for St. Patrick’s Day on Friday, March 17 along with half-price happy from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Rambler Kitchen + Tap
To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Chicago, The Rambler Kitchen + Tap in North Center will open early at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 11. Two $30 per person food and drink packages will be available throughout the day for guests who book a table of 4 to 6. The Brunch Package will run 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and features corned beef hash, eggs, bacon, potato, waffles, and chicken tenders along with mimosas, bloody marys, and green draft beer. The Lunch Package, available from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., includes corned beef and cabbage, chicken tenders, mac and cheese, nachos, mimosas, green draft beer and house liquor. Both packages include complimentary St. Patrick’s Day swag.
Uproar
Uproar, the two-level bar and restaurant in Old Town, has partnered with Green Curtain Events to host an early morning Irish celebration from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 11. Tickets include a drink and appetizer package complete with call liquors, domestic beer, Jameson drinks, Irish stout, and appetizers. Table reservations are available.
Photo courtesy of The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
CBR
CBR will be hosting a special St. Patrick's Day brunch on Saturday, March 11 from 8 am - 2 pm with a live DJ, a la carte specials, weekend brunch menu and cocktails.
Corned Beef & Irish Banger Hash ($16) House cooked Corned Beef & Traditionally Irish Sausage, White Cheddar, Peppers, Onions, Griddled Potatoes, Choice of Eggs, Scallion Cream
Specialty Drinks include: Green Beer, Irish Coffee, Grasshopper and Shamrock Shot
Photo courtesy of CBR
Hannah's Bretzel
Hannah's Bretzel offers an on-the-go St. Paddy's Day themed sandwich this March, with the Dubliner. Made with local artisan corned beef, a juniper-Guinness glaze, Nina's bavarian sauerkraut finished with house-made horseradish dressing on a freshly baked organic bretzel baguette. With three locations throughout Chicago's River North and Loop neighborhood, this sandwich will be available all of March.
Farm Bar
Farm Bar, located in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood is welcoming Irish traditions to their menu lineup this March. With co-owner Ferdia Doherty's Irish's roots, Farm Bar will be introducing a Corned Beef medley this March with multiple variations of the dish available for both Chicago River dyeing and parades the weekend of March 11, but also have specials for St. Paddy's Day. Starting strong on March 11 and 12, Farm Bar's culinary team will be offering a Corned Beef Hash as part of their brunch offerings. For dinner March 11 and 12, Farm Bar will be offering the traditional Corned Beef & Cabbage dish for all diners. Then, on St. Patrick's Day on March 17, will be offering a Corned Beef Sandwich for lunch and the Corned Beef & Cabbage for dinner. To accompany these offerings, Farm Bar will be offering speciality St. Patrick's Day cocktails. Reservations for Farm Bar are available on Resy.
FireLake Grill House & Bar
To celebrate the holiday, Corned Beef and Cabbage with baby herb potatoes, Guinness Beer Battered Fish & Chips, and Corned Beef Sandwiches on Marble Rye. Irish Cream Chocolate Cake will also be available to round out the meal.
LG’s Bar & Kitchen
Kicking off on Friday, March 10th, LG’s will open at 2:00pm and offer a selection of F&B specials that will run through Sunday, March 19th such as Corned Beef Sandwich, Shepherd’s Pie, Corned Beef Hush Puppies, and more. Drink specials include $6 Irish pints (Guinness, Magners, Smithwicks), Green Beer, $10 Irish Mules, $5 Mystery Irish Whiskey Shots.
On Parade Day, March 11th, LG’s is hosting a “Who’s Your Paddy” ticketed event kicking off at 9:00am. Each ticket includes entry starting at 9 a.m. and 5 drink vouchers that are good for mixed Tito's and Jameson drinks, domestic bottles & draft, Guinness, Green Beer, mimosas, Bloody Marys, and mixed well drinks.
For those looking to continue the party, LG offers the “Hair Of The Dog” brunch kicking off at 11:00am with a Bloody Mary Bar and speciality brunch items such as an Irish American Skillet, Irish Bacon & Egg Sandwich, Corned-Beef Hash, and more.
Staytion Market & Bar
Offering takes on Chicago street food made with local ingredients, Staytion Market & Bar, located in the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel, will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day March 11 with festive drinks and Irish bites. From green beer, to mimosas to Irish coffee, there’s plenty of options to raise a toast and say “sláinte!” There will also be performances from Dave Johnston on the bagpipes and from DJ 5ive from 10 AM to 1 PM.
Raised, An Urban Rooftop Bar
On March 11 from 9 - 11 AM, St. Paddy’s Day partiers can start their morning with a three hour open bar, including green beer, mimosas, bloody mary’s, and signature St. Paddy’s Day cocktails. Irish breakfast bites and snacks throughout the morning all with the tune of the bagpipes and dancing to the DJ’s beats.
W XYZ
Located in the Aloft Chicago Mag Mile hotel, W XYZ will feature six different festive cocktails, some classics and some creative, including the Irish Lady featuring Jameson, Bailey’s and grenadine, the Irish Handshake featuring a shot of Jameson served with a Guinness, and the Chicago Green River, a combination of vodka and Green River soda. And for those staying at the hotel, send a room service request to the hotel’s robot, Corgan, and he’ll bring you Guinness and Green River.
CHI Bar and Riverside Cafe
At the Sheraton Grand Riverwalk Hotel, stop in at CHI Bar or take a stroll down the green river to the Riverside Cafe for some festive St. Patrick’s Day bites on March 11. Both hotel dining options will serve special menus with Irish twists featuring items such as Corned Beef and Cabbage Stromboli, a Cheeseburger with Irish Beer Cheese, Warm Corned Beef on Rye, and more.
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
Starting March 1 through March 17, Stan’s is welcoming back past options for a limited-time-only with four donut varieties including the Emerald Dipped, Shamrock Sprinkled, Irish Cream Bismark and Green River Glazed.
The Dearborn
With specials available both for Chicago’s River Dying on March 11 and 12, and also on St. Patrick’s Day on March 17. Food specials include Seafood Chowder, Reuben, All Day Irish Breakfast, Dearborn’s Fish & Chips, Shepherd’s Pie, and Shamrock Cookies. Also enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day speciality cocktail, “Maid in Chicago” made with Powers Gold Label Irish Whiskey, St. Germain, Red Belly CBD Honey, Cucumber and Lemon served on the rocks.
The Dearborn will also be offering fun St. Patrick’s Day swag and will be hosting a raffle in collaboration with Guinness.
Offshore Rooftop
Offshore is offering a St. Patty’s Day Brunch Buffet special menu on March 11 from 11 am - 2:30 pm. For $45 per person, guests can dig into to offerings including Green Eggs & Ham, Breakfast Hash Potatoes, Fresh Fruit, Smoked Salmon Boards complete with bagels, chive cream cheese, cucumbers, capers, onions, hard boiled eggs and Lox and a French Toast Souffle. In addition, every guest can kick off the morning with a complimentary Caramel Apple Shot. Reservations are available on Opentable.
Michael Jordan's Steak House Chicago
In honor of the holiday, the bar team has taken a note from the restaurant's Jumpman cocktail but with a St. Patrick's day twist by including a green silhouette of the G.O.A.T. himself on top. Classic St. Patricks' Day drinks like Green Krankshaft and Bud Light will also be available in addition to Irish Coffee, and Irish Car Bombs. For those just looking for a green cocktail to sip on, grab a green Appletini (or an Appletini-inspired shot before heading to the parade).
Recess
Recess at City Hall has partnered with Bingo Loco to bring a St. Patrick’s Day rave to the West Loop on Saturday March 18th. Tons of random prizes will be given out throughout the night like international trips to Dubai, Bali and continental flights across America. Doors open at 6:30p.m., and the show ends at 11 p.m. Tickets are available via Bingo Loco.
State and Lake
St. Patrick's Day Specials at State and Lake:
Appetizers
Beef and Shepherd's Pie Potato Skins $14
Guinness Cheese Pretzel Bites $12
Reuben Egg Rolls $4
Entrees
Corned Beef and Cabbage Sliders $18
Guinness and Beef Hand Pies $19
Desserts
Lucky Charms Mint Rice Treats $8
Baileys Cheese Cake Bites $8
Flyer courtesy of Recess
I|O Godfrey
On Saturday, March 11 from 8 a.m. until noon, Godfrey Hotel’s rooftop, I|O Godfrey which offers rooftop views of the southern Chicago skyline, will also offer bottomless beer, mimosas, Bloody Marys, and a breakfast buffet. In addition to the rooftop’s alfresco atmosphere accompanied with fire pits and igloos to provide warmth, the day will also have contests and giveaways, green pancakes, beer, and mimosas. Tickets for the event are available for purchase and are required for entry. Select VIP tables with bottle service will also be available for purchase.
Photo courtesy of I|O Godfrey
Benchmark
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Tickets Starting at $25*
Includes
Four Drink Tickets
Scrambled Egg Station
Tater Tot Buffet
Corned Beef Sandwich Station
Gaslight
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Tickets Starting at $25*
Includes
Brunch Buffet
Green Domestic Beer
House Cocktails
DJ
Ranalli's Lincoln Park
Saturday, March 11, 8am-11am
Tickets Starting at $40*
Includes
Four Drink Tickets
Brunch Buffet
Scrambled Eggs Bar
St. Pat’s Pizzas
Bacon and Tater Tot Hashbrowns
Ranalli's West Loop
Saturday, March 11, 8am-11am
Tickets Starting at $30*
Includes
Premium Bar Backage (Four Drink Tickets)
Brunch Buffet
Scrambled Eggs Bar
St. Pat’s Pizzas
Bacon and Tater Tot Hashbrowns
Highline
Saturday, March 11, 8am-11am
Tickets Starting at $35*
Includes
Premium Bar Backage (Two Drink Tickets)
Irish Breakfast Buffet
Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band
Brickhouse
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Tickets Starting at $25*
Includes
Premium Bar Backage (Four Drink Tickets)
Irish Breakfast Buffet
Kirkwood
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Tickets Starting at $25*
Includes
Premium Bar Backage (Four Drink Tickets)
Scrambled Eggs
Hash Tots and Bacon
Build-your-own Corned Beef Sandwich
Fremont
Saturday, March 11, 8am-11am
Tickets Starting at $35*
Includes
Premium Bar Backage (Two Drink Tickets)
Fremont Style Irish Food Buffet
80 Proof
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Tickets Starting at $25*
Includes
Premium Bar Backage (Two Drink Tickets)
Irish Breakfast Buffet
Travelle at The Langham, Chicago
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & River Dyeing Event at Travelle Bar (March 11):
The Bar Bites reservation package provides a complimentary light bite with reservation featuring Irish-inspired menu items such as, Lucky Charm Yogurt Parfait, Individual Fruit Salad, Emerald Green Breakfast Pastries, Individual Irish Nachos and Mini Ruben Sandwiches.
Reservations are available from 8AM – 12PM. There is a $150 Food & beverage minimum per person for all tables & bar seating (complimentary bar bite with reservation).
St. Patrick’s Day Restaurant Specials at Travelle (March 11):
Travelle offers a dining experience with views of the Chicago River on the second floor of The Langham. Guests can select a la carte breakfast and brunch menu offerings from Executive Chef Damion Henry, including:
- Breakfast Specials: Full Irish Breakfast featuring eggs your way with roasted tomato, baked beans, mushrooms, rashers, sausage, potatoes & black pudding ($29) and Lucky Charm Waffles & Pancakes ($24)
- Brunch Specials: Corned Beef featuring eggs your way, potato pancake & sauerkraut ($26) and a Reuben Sandwich with sauerkraut and thousand island on marble rye ($26)
Photo courtesy of Benchmark
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is offering a special viewing party to watch the River Dyeing in their Penthouse from 8am-Noon on Saturday, March 11. Take the elevator for an experience on thePenthouse level, 39 stories in the sky. #SeeWhatSonestaSees with views of the State Street and Michigan Avenue sides of the river, while enjoying the Penthouse lounge, outdoor terrace (space heaters included!) party favors, DJ and more. A breakfast buffet of dishes such as house made corned beef, biscuits & sausage stout gravy sandwiches and lucky charm pancakes will be complemented by an open bar with spirits, wine, green beer and plenty of Irish-inspired craft cocktails. This event is also kid-friendly and will include offerings for little ones.
Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite and pricing ranges from $75 to $120.
Hoyt's Tavern
Views from the river's edge with a full bar and bites at Hoyt's Tavern. Move through the main dining room, outside patio, and River Room with specialty cocktails, green beer, and snacking on Irish-inspired dishes. The Main dining opens at 6:30am and will serve breakfast until 11am. The Main dining room bar will remain open until 12:30am. Kicking off at 10am, the tent and River Room parties will include full bars and DJs in both areas.
Entry is free and guests can order order ala carte. Coming in with a group? Purchase tickets that include reserved booth seating inside Hoyt’s for up to 6 people + all-you-can-drink green beer and Irish inspired bites from 10am-2pm ($740).
Photo courtesy of Hoyt's Tavern
Ina Mae Tavern
Get a head start on your celebrations by stopping in on Saturday, March 11th as Ina Mae will be opening their doors at 11 AM, with live music happening between 12-3 PM. Starting at 4 PM on Friday, March 17th, Ina Mae will be offering St. Patrick’s Day-inspired drink specials, such as $5 Old Style Drafts, $8 Bushmills Irish Coffees, and $8 Bushmills Frosty Leprechauns.
Reservations available via Tock.
Lottie's Pub
Defeat your “Sunday scaries” by visiting Lottie’s Pub on Sunday, March 12th during their St. Pat’s Sunday Happy Hour, happening from 11 AM- 2 PM. Offerings include $5 Leprechaun Mimosas, $5 Bushmills, $6 Bushmills & Ginger, $6 bloody marys, $8 breakfast sandwiches, $8 breakfast burritos, and $10 Hangover Burgers.
Lottie’s Pub offers their Pot Of Gold Trivia on Monday, March 13th at 7 PM. While taking part in free team trivia, enjoy $25 Truly Vodka Buckets, $5 Paddy’s Irish Whiskey, $5 Angry Orchard, and $5 Sam Adams. Those taking home a victory will receive prizes from Truly and Paddy's Irish Whiskey.
Ensuring everyone in the city feels a bit of luck on St. Patrick’s Day, Lottie’s Pub will be offering food and drink specials in honor of the holiday. Join Lottie’s on Friday, March 17th and enjoy music by Emerald Society Bagpipers as well as Tully samplings happening at 3 PM. Offerings include $5 Corned Beef Sandwiches, $6 22oz Green Beer Mugs, $6 Guinness, $6 Tully, and $10 Tully Carbombs.
Frontier
On Saturday, March 11th for they host their St. Patrick’s Day Brunch. From 11 AM- 2 PM, guests can select mimosas and domestic drafts, in addition to one brunch item (such as Brisket Hash, Shrimp & Cheesy Grits, Frontier Burger, & more!). Additional offerings include $8 Proper Twelve Irish Apple cocktails and $8 Bushmill’s Irish Coffee.
Secure your tickets ($35/person) today via Tock.
Photo courtesy of Erin Hall for Frontier
Sweetwater Tavern & Grille
Sweetwater's annual St. Patrick’s Day party allows guests to celebrate and mingle with bagpipers and classic Irish food and beer features. If weather permits, they offer an outdoor patio that sits directly on the Mag Mile. The party begins at 8am.
Beginning March 8th, Sweetwater will also be serving classic Irish dishes with a twist including Irish Loaded Fries made with house-made corned beef, wood-smoked bacon, Guinness braised onions, IPA cheese sauce, green onions, waffle fries; Pastrami Reuban made with housemade pastrami, swiss cheese, Russian dressing, bacon-braised sauerkraut on marble rye; Irish Bangers made with grilled Louisiana hot link, smoked cheddar and horseradish potato puree, caramelized cabbage and Guinness onion gravy. Sweetwater will also be serving Irish Mules made with Jameson, ginger beer, lime juice, and bitters. The Irish-inspired menu items will be available through March 17th.
Old Town Pour House
Old Town Pour House (1419 N Wells St) is celebrating St. Patrick's Day on Saturday, March 11th with a Kegs & Eggs party beginning at 8am. The event will include a breakfast buffet and $5 drink specials (green beer, bloody marys, mimosas, and Guinness).
The Hampton Social
The Hampton Social is celebrating St. Patrick's Day this year with green frosé. The limited time cocktail is made with Tito's vodka, rosé wine, and peach purée and costs $16. Available at all Chicagoland locations from March 10th through March 17th.
Barrio
Barrio guests will be offered housemade brunch entrees like the Churro Breakfast Sandwich and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes while sipping on bottomless brunch cocktails, such as Blood Orange Mimosas, Bloody Marys and Bloody Marias, for $35 per person. For a bigger group, Barrio offers a Taco Tower that features 12 mix & match tacos, classic guacamole & chips, choice of chicken, steak, shrimp ($85). Bottomless brunch kicks off at 10am.
Bandit
Bandit on Two (Bandit's second floor) on Saturday, March 11th is celebrating St. Patrick's Day. From 9am - 12:00pm, ticket holders will be offered:
Standard Open Bar Package: Mimosas & Well Cocktails
Passed Irish-inspired Breakfast Bites
Festive green decor & swag
Table packages are available for both 9am & 1pm time slots and can be purchased on Eventbrite. Bandit will be open to the public at 12pm.
Radio Room
To celebrate their first St. Patrick's Day, Radio Room will host Tap O' The Morn 2023 on Saturday, March 11th. From 8am - 11:30am, ticket holders will be offered:
Standard Open Bar Beverage Package: GREEN Bud Light & Select Drafts, Mimosas & Well Cocktails
Passed Irish-inspired Breakfast Bites
Festive green decor & swag
Priority access to Radio Room all day
Tickets to Radio Room's Tap O' The Morn celebration can be purchased on Eventbrite. Radio Room will be open for table service from 12pm to 3pm and then will open to the public.
Photo courtesy of Radio Room
Krafted Burger Bar + Tap
On Friday, March 17 through Sunday, March 19, Krafted will be offering drink and beer specials in addition to featuring music at the Bolingbrook location from 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Burger Special:
The Rattle & Hum Burger – Available now – St. Patty’s Day
Features a seasoned burger topped with Monterey Jack cheese, coleslaw, corned beef slices & a house-made Jameson aioli. Served on a butter toasted brioche bun.
Drink Specials:
Green beer
$4 Jameson & Green Tea shots
$6 Irish car bombs & baby Guinness
Rattle and Hum Burger. Photo courtesty of Krafted Burger + Tap.
Big Shoulders Coffee
Big Shoulders Coffee announces that two of their Chicago locations will serve as the Official St. Patrick’s Day After, After Party by offering customers a free 16 oz. Regular Coffee* on Saturday, March 18th, 2023, the day after St. Patrick’s Day.
St. Patrick’s Day “Day After” revelers just need to visit the Big Shoulders West Town (1105 West Chicago Avenue) or Gold Coast (858 North State Street) stores and wear any shade of green (either in the same outfit from the day before or a clean one, no judgement) to receive the free, freshly brewed coffee. Both locations are open from 7:00 am – 5:00 pm for the St. Patrick’s Day After, After Party.
“The city of Big Shoulders, Chicago, really knows how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day right,” said Big Shoulders Coffee Founder Tim Coonan. “That’s why we decided to offer our customers a free cup of our freshly roasted, artisan coffee as a quick pick-me-up the day after the big celebration.”
*Limit one (1) Free 16 oz. Regular Coffee per customer. No other drink or food item is part of this limited time, free special offer.
Game Room at the Chicago Athletic Association
Game Room will be offering food/drink specials on March 11, including Hot Irish Coffee, Frozen Irish inspired cocktail, Green Beer, and shots of Tullamore Dew. They’ll open early at 9am.
Arbella
Contemporary Chicago speakeasy Arbella will be offering a variety of specials, including the below:
Gaijin
Gaijin, Chicago’s first-ever okonomiyaki and kakigori restaurant led by chef Paul Virant, will be offering three specials for St. Patrick’s Day:
Scratchboard Kitchen
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Scratchboard Kitchen's festive treats, drinks and more throughout the entire month of March, which include:
Food
Drinks
The Graceful Ordinary
On parade day, TGO is opening its doors for regular service at 1 pm with Celtic music by local fiddler Ben Zorn at the main bar. The restaurant’s back terrace and front patio will be open for the first time this season, where the team will be offering takes on some classic Irish treats. Parade-goers may stop in throughout the day and warm up with Irish Coffee, Baby Beer Shots, Apple Cider, and snack on their choice of truffle or white chocolate popcorn.
Broken Shaker
Beginning the festivities bright and early at 7:00 AM, guests can start their day at Broken Shaker’s cafe with a strong, Irish coffee ($10) in preparation for the parade. Once revelers have had their fill of the St. Patty’s Day parade, they can return to Broken Shaker for beer dyed as green as the river and some bar bites to line their stomachs. Dancing will also be on the agenda as live music will be provided with DJ performances by DJ Audio Jack from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM and DJ SukiGeez from 9:00 PM until the beer runs dry.
Additional special holiday drinks include $8 Guinness, $9 Green Tea Shots, and $12 for an Irish Whiskey Sour. Walk-ins are welcomed but customers can also RSVP on Eventbbrite.
Canal Street Eatery & Market
Located at 314 S. Canal St. in Chicago’s West Loop gate, Canal Street Market & Eatery is the latest project from Spearhead Hospitality.
Canal Street Market’s cookies are available for grab and go to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The shapes will include Shamrocks, Pots of Gold, Leprechauns and more. Guests of Afterbar can select an Irish Whiskey Sour with Jameson and snack on a Reuben Pretzel featuring pastrami, sauerkraut, gruyere and thousand island for dunking.
Market hours are 7-5pm Mon-Fri and Eatery hours are 11-8pm Mon-Fri. Happy hour is 3-6pm daily. Reservations can be made via Resy.
The Robey Hotel
In the Wicker Park neighborhood, this mid-century modern escape is a boutique hotel that has four venues in one building:
Virgin Hotels Chicago
Cerise, Virgin Hotels Chicago's rooftop bar located on the 26th floor, will feature river views and food and drink specials all day. Beginning at 7pm, the venue will feature live entertainment. If you’re looking for a quick pick me up, the hotel’s coffee shop, Two Zero Three, will have an Irish Coffee Bar available during operating hours. Additionally, Miss Ricky’s is also offering St. Patrick’s-themed fare as well as easy to grab n’ go items.
For guests traveling into Chicago to participate in the city’s 61 year long tradition, Virgin Hotels Chicago is offering a Charmed Life package which includes 20% off accommodations for select dates throughout March.
City Cruises Chicago
Patrons will have the opportunity to view the newly dyed river throughout the entire St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a Premier Plus Architectural Brunch Cruise on the Chicago River where guests will be provided bottomless mimosas, a 3-course, chef-prepared plated menu alongside views, a narrated architectural tour of the city.
Replay Lincoln Park
Replay Lincoln Park is transforming its bar into Paddy’s Pub from It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, launching March 3 and running through March 18, 2023. The bar, which first debuted this pop up back in 2018, will feature all new photo-ops, a themed cocktail menu, trivia dates, and more. Patrons can grab tickets for express entry on March 11 to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day alongside the official river dyeing with live music beginning at 11am.
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
Chicago Firehouse Restaurant (1401 S Michigan Ave) will offer Soda Bread with Salted Irish Butter and choose from 3 new specialty dishes. They have a Firehouse Colcannon made with Irish Pot Roast, Guinness, Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Leeks and Savoy Cabbage. Or the Braised Corned Beef & Cabbage made with Buttered Cabbage and served with Fingerling Potatoes, Brown Bread and Mustard Jus. Or Fish and Chips made with Beer Battered Walleye Pike served with French Fries and Tartar Sauce. Also, Irish Coffee Cheesecake made with Bailey’s Irish Cream for dessert.
Depot 226
Depot 226 located within the Canopy Chicago Central Loop at 226 W. Jackson is offering $5 shots of Irish Whiskey. The menu featurs flatbreads, sandwiches and more will be 20% off all month long in celebration.
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge
Thorn Restaurant & Lounge inside the Rose Hotel, located at 5200 Pearl Street, is offering special Corned Beef and Cabbage Special served with Baby Carrots and Horseradish sauce available all month long for $18. On St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, Thorn will also offer green beer on draft to pair with the special as well as any menu item off their regular menu.
Oaken Bistro + Bar
Oaken Bistro + Bar, located in Conway Business Park, will be featuring St. Patrick's Day specials all day long on Friday, March 17. Green Beer and the restaurant's monthly cocktail special, "Absinthe Minded" featuring a mix of vodka, gin, rum, creme de menthe, Midori and a splash of Absinthe. Executive Chef Christian Alejandro has also developed a range of specials for the day including a Corned Beef Hash Entree for breakfast, Reuben Sliders for lunch and a Glazed Corned Beef entree for dinner.
Fulton Market Kitchen
The Fulton Market spot is featuring one of their signature cocktails, the Verdita Sour as a March staple. With a green hue, the Verdita Sour is a sweet and spicy melody made with Blanco Tequila, Pineapple, Cilantro, Mint and Jalapeño.
City Works Eatery & Pour House
City Works Eatery & Pour House in Schaumburg, Vernon Hills and Wheeling, is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with twists on classic Irish dishes.
Beginning March 8 through March 17, guests can enjoy:
Be the life of the ‘paddy’ with City Works’ featured “Mega Irish Mule,” — 96 ounces of Jameson, lime juice, bitters and ginger beer in a shareable mug, served with three to six straws.
aliveOne
On Saturday, March 11, parade-goers looking for an escape from downtown can head to aliveOne in Lincoln Park. The bar will have festive decorations and specials like $5 green beer and half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
On the actual holiday, Friday, March 17, aliveOne will have half-price happy hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and green beer will be available for $5 while supplies last.
Central Park Bar
Chicagoans looking for a low-key St. Patrick’s Day celebration can enjoy Irish drink specials at Avondale's Central Park Bar. Specials for Saturday, March 11 and Friday, March 17 will include a $9 Guinness and Powers Whiskey shot combo. On Friday, March 17 only, guests can select from a half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Cody's Public House
Pregame is offered at Cody’s in West Lakeview on Saturday, March 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The $30 per person drink package will include green beer, mimosas, bloody marys and all draft beer. St. Patrick’s Day swag will be available and Cody’s will offer a FREE breakfast beginning at 9 a.m. while supplies last.
On the actual holiday, Friday, March 17, Cody’s will host a complimentary Proper 12 Irish Whiskey and Bushmill’s sampling and Guinness glass giveaway at 6 p.m. Specials will include $5 Green Beer, $6 Guinness Imperial Pints, $5 Proper 12 and $8 Bushmills Car Bombs.
Easy Bar
Easy Bar will open at 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 11 to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Guests can partake in a half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Specials available all evening will include $8 Guinness, $7.50 non-alcoholic Guinness and $6 Jameson shots. The Guinness and Jameson special will also be available on Friday, March 17 along with half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Estelle's
Estelle's will keep the St. Patrick’s Day party going until 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 11 and 4 a.m. on Friday, March 17 with a drink combo featuring Guinness with a shot of Jameson for $12. St. Patrick’s Day party-goers who arrive early can choose from Estelle’s half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Gold Coast Social
Pregame opportunities at Gold Coast Social with a party package from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Gold Coast Social has partnered with Green Curtain Events to offer a drink and appetizer package starting at $35 per person. The package includes call liquors, domestic beer, Irish whiskey drinks, Irish stout, and appetizers. Table reservations are also available.
Roundhouse Sports Bar
The newly opened Roundhouse Sports Bar in Logan Square has partnered with Green Curtain Events to host an early morning Irish celebration from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 11. Tickets start at $35 per person and include a drink and appetizer package complete with call liquors, domestic beer, Jameson drinks, Irish stout, and appetizers.
Sweet Mandy B's
Sweet Mandy B’s will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by featuring a “Luck of the Irish” giveaway on Friday, March 17 at both the Lincoln Park and Streeterville locations. Six of The End of the Rainbow Cupcakes (yellow cake with chocolate buttercream topped with gold dust and a rainbow; $4.50) at each location will be filled with a special gold buttercream. Guests who receive the cupcake with gold filling will win a Sweet Mandy B’s prize pack featuring a reusable bag, coffee mug and six cupcakes of their choice.
Additional festive items available from March 11 through March 17 will include a Lucky Charms Rice Krispie ($5.50), Shamrock Cupcakes ($4.10), Shamrock Cut-Out Cookies ($3.75) and Pot of Gold Cupcakes. At the Lincoln Park location only, a specialty Luck of the Irish Cupcake with chocolate Guinness cake and Bailey’s buttercream ($4.50) will be available.
The Graystone Tavern
The Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville will open early at 8 a.m. on Saturday, March 11 to celebrate Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The party will feature a $40 food and drink package available from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m that includes a breakfast buffet and unlimited drinks. Guests will select from items like eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, and breakfast potatoes as well as drinks including all 20 draft beers, premium cocktails, all seltzers, all bottled and canned beers, mimosas and bloody marys.
Graystone Tavern will broadcast the Chelsea vs Leicester City Premier League soccer match with sound on 9 TVs throughout the bar beginning at 9 a.m.
The Owl
Located in Logan Square, The Owl will celebrate Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a drink combo featuring a pint of Guinness and a shot of Jameson for $9. Open until 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 11, The Owl will also feature the $9 Guinness and Jameson combo for St. Patrick’s Day on Friday, March 17 along with half-price happy from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Rambler Kitchen + Tap
To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Chicago, The Rambler Kitchen + Tap in North Center will open early at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 11. Two $30 per person food and drink packages will be available throughout the day for guests who book a table of 4 to 6. The Brunch Package will run 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and features corned beef hash, eggs, bacon, potato, waffles, and chicken tenders along with mimosas, bloody marys, and green draft beer. The Lunch Package, available from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., includes corned beef and cabbage, chicken tenders, mac and cheese, nachos, mimosas, green draft beer and house liquor. Both packages include complimentary St. Patrick’s Day swag.
Uproar
Uproar, the two-level bar and restaurant in Old Town, has partnered with Green Curtain Events to host an early morning Irish celebration from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 11. Tickets include a drink and appetizer package complete with call liquors, domestic beer, Jameson drinks, Irish stout, and appetizers. Table reservations are available.
CBR
CBR will be hosting a special St. Patrick's Day brunch on Saturday, March 11 from 8 am - 2 pm with a live DJ, a la carte specials, weekend brunch menu and cocktails.
Hannah's Bretzel
Hannah's Bretzel offers an on-the-go St. Paddy's Day themed sandwich this March, with the Dubliner. Made with local artisan corned beef, a juniper-Guinness glaze, Nina's bavarian sauerkraut finished with house-made horseradish dressing on a freshly baked organic bretzel baguette. With three locations throughout Chicago's River North and Loop neighborhood, this sandwich will be available all of March.
Farm Bar
Farm Bar, located in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood is welcoming Irish traditions to their menu lineup this March. With co-owner Ferdia Doherty's Irish's roots, Farm Bar will be introducing a Corned Beef medley this March with multiple variations of the dish available for both Chicago River dyeing and parades the weekend of March 11, but also have specials for St. Paddy's Day. Starting strong on March 11 and 12, Farm Bar's culinary team will be offering a Corned Beef Hash as part of their brunch offerings. For dinner March 11 and 12, Farm Bar will be offering the traditional Corned Beef & Cabbage dish for all diners. Then, on St. Patrick's Day on March 17, will be offering a Corned Beef Sandwich for lunch and the Corned Beef & Cabbage for dinner. To accompany these offerings, Farm Bar will be offering speciality St. Patrick's Day cocktails. Reservations for Farm Bar are available on Resy.
FireLake Grill House & Bar
To celebrate the holiday, Corned Beef and Cabbage with baby herb potatoes, Guinness Beer Battered Fish & Chips, and Corned Beef Sandwiches on Marble Rye. Irish Cream Chocolate Cake will also be available to round out the meal.
LG’s Bar & Kitchen
Kicking off on Friday, March 10th, LG’s will open at 2:00pm and offer a selection of F&B specials that will run through Sunday, March 19th such as Corned Beef Sandwich, Shepherd’s Pie, Corned Beef Hush Puppies, and more. Drink specials include $6 Irish pints (Guinness, Magners, Smithwicks), Green Beer, $10 Irish Mules, $5 Mystery Irish Whiskey Shots.
On Parade Day, March 11th, LG’s is hosting a “Who’s Your Paddy” ticketed event kicking off at 9:00am. Each ticket includes entry starting at 9 a.m. and 5 drink vouchers that are good for mixed Tito's and Jameson drinks, domestic bottles & draft, Guinness, Green Beer, mimosas, Bloody Marys, and mixed well drinks.
For those looking to continue the party, LG offers the “Hair Of The Dog” brunch kicking off at 11:00am with a Bloody Mary Bar and speciality brunch items such as an Irish American Skillet, Irish Bacon & Egg Sandwich, Corned-Beef Hash, and more.
Staytion Market & Bar
Offering takes on Chicago street food made with local ingredients, Staytion Market & Bar, located in the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel, will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day March 11 with festive drinks and Irish bites. From green beer, to mimosas to Irish coffee, there’s plenty of options to raise a toast and say “sláinte!” There will also be performances from Dave Johnston on the bagpipes and from DJ 5ive from 10 AM to 1 PM.
Raised, An Urban Rooftop Bar
On March 11 from 9 - 11 AM, St. Paddy’s Day partiers can start their morning with a three hour open bar, including green beer, mimosas, bloody mary’s, and signature St. Paddy’s Day cocktails. Irish breakfast bites and snacks throughout the morning all with the tune of the bagpipes and dancing to the DJ’s beats.
W XYZ
Located in the Aloft Chicago Mag Mile hotel, W XYZ will feature six different festive cocktails, some classics and some creative, including the Irish Lady featuring Jameson, Bailey’s and grenadine, the Irish Handshake featuring a shot of Jameson served with a Guinness, and the Chicago Green River, a combination of vodka and Green River soda. And for those staying at the hotel, send a room service request to the hotel’s robot, Corgan, and he’ll bring you Guinness and Green River.
CHI Bar and Riverside Cafe
At the Sheraton Grand Riverwalk Hotel, stop in at CHI Bar or take a stroll down the green river to the Riverside Cafe for some festive St. Patrick’s Day bites on March 11. Both hotel dining options will serve special menus with Irish twists featuring items such as Corned Beef and Cabbage Stromboli, a Cheeseburger with Irish Beer Cheese, Warm Corned Beef on Rye, and more.
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
Starting March 1 through March 17, Stan’s is welcoming back past options for a limited-time-only with four donut varieties including the Emerald Dipped, Shamrock Sprinkled, Irish Cream Bismark and Green River Glazed.
The Dearborn
With specials available both for Chicago’s River Dying on March 11 and 12, and also on St. Patrick’s Day on March 17. Food specials include Seafood Chowder, Reuben, All Day Irish Breakfast, Dearborn’s Fish & Chips, Shepherd’s Pie, and Shamrock Cookies. Also enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day speciality cocktail, “Maid in Chicago” made with Powers Gold Label Irish Whiskey, St. Germain, Red Belly CBD Honey, Cucumber and Lemon served on the rocks.
The Dearborn will also be offering fun St. Patrick’s Day swag and will be hosting a raffle in collaboration with Guinness.
Offshore Rooftop
Offshore is offering a St. Patty’s Day Brunch Buffet special menu on March 11 from 11 am - 2:30 pm. For $45 per person, guests can dig into to offerings including Green Eggs & Ham, Breakfast Hash Potatoes, Fresh Fruit, Smoked Salmon Boards complete with bagels, chive cream cheese, cucumbers, capers, onions, hard boiled eggs and Lox and a French Toast Souffle. In addition, every guest can kick off the morning with a complimentary Caramel Apple Shot. Reservations are available on Opentable.
Michael Jordan's Steak House Chicago
In honor of the holiday, the bar team has taken a note from the restaurant's Jumpman cocktail but with a St. Patrick's day twist by including a green silhouette of the G.O.A.T. himself on top. Classic St. Patricks' Day drinks like Green Krankshaft and Bud Light will also be available in addition to Irish Coffee, and Irish Car Bombs. For those just looking for a green cocktail to sip on, grab a green Appletini (or an Appletini-inspired shot before heading to the parade).
Recess
Recess at City Hall has partnered with Bingo Loco to bring a St. Patrick’s Day rave to the West Loop on Saturday March 18th. Tons of random prizes will be given out throughout the night like international trips to Dubai, Bali and continental flights across America. Doors open at 6:30p.m., and the show ends at 11 p.m. Tickets are available via Bingo Loco.
State and Lake
St. Patrick's Day Specials at State and Lake:
I|O Godfrey
On Saturday, March 11 from 8 a.m. until noon, Godfrey Hotel’s rooftop, I|O Godfrey which offers rooftop views of the southern Chicago skyline, will also offer bottomless beer, mimosas, Bloody Marys, and a breakfast buffet. In addition to the rooftop’s alfresco atmosphere accompanied with fire pits and igloos to provide warmth, the day will also have contests and giveaways, green pancakes, beer, and mimosas. Tickets for the event are available for purchase and are required for entry. Select VIP tables with bottle service will also be available for purchase.
Benchmark
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Gaslight
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Ranalli's Lincoln Park
Saturday, March 11, 8am-11am
Ranalli's West Loop
Saturday, March 11, 8am-11am
Highline
Saturday, March 11, 8am-11am
Brickhouse
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Kirkwood
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Fremont
Saturday, March 11, 8am-11am
80 Proof
Saturday, March 11, 9am-12pm
Travelle at The Langham, Chicago
The Bar Bites reservation package provides a complimentary light bite with reservation featuring Irish-inspired menu items such as, Lucky Charm Yogurt Parfait, Individual Fruit Salad, Emerald Green Breakfast Pastries, Individual Irish Nachos and Mini Ruben Sandwiches.
Reservations are available from 8AM – 12PM. There is a $150 Food & beverage minimum per person for all tables & bar seating (complimentary bar bite with reservation).
Travelle offers a dining experience with views of the Chicago River on the second floor of The Langham. Guests can select a la carte breakfast and brunch menu offerings from Executive Chef Damion Henry, including:
- Breakfast Specials: Full Irish Breakfast featuring eggs your way with roasted tomato, baked beans, mushrooms, rashers, sausage, potatoes & black pudding ($29) and Lucky Charm Waffles & Pancakes ($24)
- Brunch Specials: Corned Beef featuring eggs your way, potato pancake & sauerkraut ($26) and a Reuben Sandwich with sauerkraut and thousand island on marble rye ($26)
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown is offering a special viewing party to watch the River Dyeing in their Penthouse from 8am-Noon on Saturday, March 11. Take the elevator for an experience on thePenthouse level, 39 stories in the sky. #SeeWhatSonestaSees with views of the State Street and Michigan Avenue sides of the river, while enjoying the Penthouse lounge, outdoor terrace (space heaters included!) party favors, DJ and more. A breakfast buffet of dishes such as house made corned beef, biscuits & sausage stout gravy sandwiches and lucky charm pancakes will be complemented by an open bar with spirits, wine, green beer and plenty of Irish-inspired craft cocktails. This event is also kid-friendly and will include offerings for little ones.
Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite and pricing ranges from $75 to $120.
Hoyt's Tavern
Views from the river's edge with a full bar and bites at Hoyt's Tavern. Move through the main dining room, outside patio, and River Room with specialty cocktails, green beer, and snacking on Irish-inspired dishes. The Main dining opens at 6:30am and will serve breakfast until 11am. The Main dining room bar will remain open until 12:30am. Kicking off at 10am, the tent and River Room parties will include full bars and DJs in both areas.
Entry is free and guests can order order ala carte. Coming in with a group? Purchase tickets that include reserved booth seating inside Hoyt’s for up to 6 people + all-you-can-drink green beer and Irish inspired bites from 10am-2pm ($740).
Ina Mae Tavern
Get a head start on your celebrations by stopping in on Saturday, March 11th as Ina Mae will be opening their doors at 11 AM, with live music happening between 12-3 PM. Starting at 4 PM on Friday, March 17th, Ina Mae will be offering St. Patrick’s Day-inspired drink specials, such as $5 Old Style Drafts, $8 Bushmills Irish Coffees, and $8 Bushmills Frosty Leprechauns.
Reservations available via Tock.
Lottie's Pub
Defeat your “Sunday scaries” by visiting Lottie’s Pub on Sunday, March 12th during their St. Pat’s Sunday Happy Hour, happening from 11 AM- 2 PM. Offerings include $5 Leprechaun Mimosas, $5 Bushmills, $6 Bushmills & Ginger, $6 bloody marys, $8 breakfast sandwiches, $8 breakfast burritos, and $10 Hangover Burgers.
Lottie’s Pub offers their Pot Of Gold Trivia on Monday, March 13th at 7 PM. While taking part in free team trivia, enjoy $25 Truly Vodka Buckets, $5 Paddy’s Irish Whiskey, $5 Angry Orchard, and $5 Sam Adams. Those taking home a victory will receive prizes from Truly and Paddy's Irish Whiskey.
Ensuring everyone in the city feels a bit of luck on St. Patrick’s Day, Lottie’s Pub will be offering food and drink specials in honor of the holiday. Join Lottie’s on Friday, March 17th and enjoy music by Emerald Society Bagpipers as well as Tully samplings happening at 3 PM. Offerings include $5 Corned Beef Sandwiches, $6 22oz Green Beer Mugs, $6 Guinness, $6 Tully, and $10 Tully Carbombs.
Frontier
On Saturday, March 11th for they host their St. Patrick’s Day Brunch. From 11 AM- 2 PM, guests can select mimosas and domestic drafts, in addition to one brunch item (such as Brisket Hash, Shrimp & Cheesy Grits, Frontier Burger, & more!). Additional offerings include $8 Proper Twelve Irish Apple cocktails and $8 Bushmill’s Irish Coffee.
Secure your tickets ($35/person) today via Tock.
Sweetwater Tavern & Grille
Sweetwater's annual St. Patrick’s Day party allows guests to celebrate and mingle with bagpipers and classic Irish food and beer features. If weather permits, they offer an outdoor patio that sits directly on the Mag Mile. The party begins at 8am.
Beginning March 8th, Sweetwater will also be serving classic Irish dishes with a twist including Irish Loaded Fries made with house-made corned beef, wood-smoked bacon, Guinness braised onions, IPA cheese sauce, green onions, waffle fries; Pastrami Reuban made with housemade pastrami, swiss cheese, Russian dressing, bacon-braised sauerkraut on marble rye; Irish Bangers made with grilled Louisiana hot link, smoked cheddar and horseradish potato puree, caramelized cabbage and Guinness onion gravy. Sweetwater will also be serving Irish Mules made with Jameson, ginger beer, lime juice, and bitters. The Irish-inspired menu items will be available through March 17th.
Old Town Pour House
Old Town Pour House (1419 N Wells St) is celebrating St. Patrick's Day on Saturday, March 11th with a Kegs & Eggs party beginning at 8am. The event will include a breakfast buffet and $5 drink specials (green beer, bloody marys, mimosas, and Guinness).
The Hampton Social
The Hampton Social is celebrating St. Patrick's Day this year with green frosé. The limited time cocktail is made with Tito's vodka, rosé wine, and peach purée and costs $16. Available at all Chicagoland locations from March 10th through March 17th.
Barrio
Barrio guests will be offered housemade brunch entrees like the Churro Breakfast Sandwich and Lemon Ricotta Pancakes while sipping on bottomless brunch cocktails, such as Blood Orange Mimosas, Bloody Marys and Bloody Marias, for $35 per person. For a bigger group, Barrio offers a Taco Tower that features 12 mix & match tacos, classic guacamole & chips, choice of chicken, steak, shrimp ($85). Bottomless brunch kicks off at 10am.
Bandit
Bandit on Two (Bandit's second floor) on Saturday, March 11th is celebrating St. Patrick's Day. From 9am - 12:00pm, ticket holders will be offered:
Table packages are available for both 9am & 1pm time slots and can be purchased on Eventbrite. Bandit will be open to the public at 12pm.
Radio Room
To celebrate their first St. Patrick's Day, Radio Room will host Tap O' The Morn 2023 on Saturday, March 11th. From 8am - 11:30am, ticket holders will be offered:
Tickets to Radio Room's Tap O' The Morn celebration can be purchased on Eventbrite. Radio Room will be open for table service from 12pm to 3pm and then will open to the public.
Krafted Burger Bar + Tap
On Friday, March 17 through Sunday, March 19, Krafted will be offering drink and beer specials in addition to featuring music at the Bolingbrook location from 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Burger Special:
Drink Specials:
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