Guests can grab a green margarita this St. Patrick’s day at Velvet Taco across its three Chicago locations with a special prize: the first fifty guests at each spot will receive a free St. Patrick's Day-themed trucker hat.
The restaurant is celebrating the holiday with green-ified margs for the occasion. Order their Kick Ass Margarita frozen or on the rocks, or the Grand Kick Ass Margarita for an additional $1.50. Taste Lunazul Premium Blanco Tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice and agave nectar.
Photo courtesy of Velvet Taco
Amerikas
Oak Park’s Amerikas is getting in the Irish spirit with specialty food and drink, available only on St. Pat’s Day. Sip on the Irish Enlightenment cocktail, crafted with green chartreuse, Teeling Irish Whiskey, Arette Tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Pair alongside Chef Armando’s Beef and Cabbage Taco, topped with horseradish avocado aioli and salsa matcha.
Mirella's Tavern
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Leprechaun Specials at Mirella’s Tavern, in West Town. Stop in on Saturday, March 16 for Chef Jose Rivera’s Corned Beef Sliders with fries for $14, a Traditional Reuben with fries for $12, or Corned Beef with Cabbage for $16. Drink specials for the holiday include $4 beers, $6 Jameson shots, $7 Guinnesses, and $11 Jameson Bombs. Mirella’s Tavern is open from 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
Photo courtesy of Amerikas
Teatro ZinZanni
From March 14-17, Teatro ZinZanni will be infusing their nightly celebrations with the Luck of the Irish in ZinZanni fashion. During the celebration, specialty menu offerings will be available, along with festive live music and an exclusive Emerald photo opportunity in their Starlight Lounge. To purchase tickets, please visit https://zinzanni.com/chicago/st-patricks-week/.
Photo courtesy of Kayla Cortina Photography for Teatro ZinZanni
Bar Louie
From March 15-17, in-bar beverage offers include – $3 Drafts of Green Beer, $4 Jameson Irish Whiskey Sidecar, $5 Guinness. The brand is also featuring a new cocktail available only during the month of march, the Irish Goodbye. It features Jameson, house-made Guinness syrup, lemon juice, and Fever-Tree Ginger beer. In addition, Bar Louie’s Irish Old Fashion is made with Jameson, Guinness syrup, cocoa bitters and finished with an orange peel expression.
Bar Louie is introducing their new Reuben Sandwich to the menu just in time for the celebration. This sandwich is made with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Louie’s sauce between slices of fresh marble rye bread.
Dog Haus
Available all day on Sunday, March 27, Dog Haus will be offering Green Beer, plus $6 Jameson Shots and $7 Pickle Backs (Jameson with a shot of pickle juice chaser).
River Roast
Executive Chef Jason Qureshi and his team are offering a Specialty Corned Beef Roast during dinner on Saturday, March 16, and Sunday, March 17, in addition to a Corned Beef Hash during brunch on Sunday, March 17. For all ages, photo props will also be available for guests to pose with the picturesque green river.
Azul Mariscos
A St. Patrick’s Day Margarita Tower ($80). Available with Kiwi and Classic margaritas, it’s a sharable cocktail display. This special offering is available on Friday, March 15, through Sunday, March 17.
Jake Melnick's Corner Tap
Executive Chef Nick Santangelo will offer loaded fries and green beer. Jake’s St. Patty Loaded Fries include: Swiss cheese, pastrami, sauerkraut, Thousand Island, green onion, and cheese sauce.
Buck Russell's (Wilmette)
On Chicago’s North Shore, Buck Russell’s is offerin a ‘Shambuck Shake’ for the entire month of March. This shake is made with homemade mint ice cream.
Chuck Lager America's Tavern (Orland Park)
Chef Fabio Viviani has curated a Corned Beef Melt and Corned Beef Platter that is available through March 17th. Furthermore, Chuck Lager is offering happy hour specials all day on March 17 with live music.
Jake’s St. Patty Loaded Fries
Broken Shaker
Three days of drink specials will be offered at Broken Shaker, including its newly-opened lobby cafe. Between March 15 and 17, guests can grab $12 Irish Coffees to-go from the cafe, while Broken Shaker proper - which sees an early 7am opening on March 17 - will offer $7 Bushmills shots, $15 Irish Coco Espresso Martinis, and bee specials. DJ Tess will officially kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a 9pm set on March 15, and the music continues with a noon set from DJ Marks and 9pm DJ set from Audio Jack on March 16.
TAO Chicago
This year, TAO Chicago is hosting its inaugural St. Patty’s Daytime Party on Saturday, March 16 from 10am-6pm. A party across two floors; tickets include access to both restaurant and nightclub floors (GA starts at $10, first floor table for 6 guests starts at $350, second floor table for 8 guests starts at $500). The first 250 guests will receive a complimentary Jameson cocktail.
DJs performing include Diox, Do Not Disturb, Heavy, Jerzy, Lorenzo, Metro, and Nick Rockwell
Pippin's Tavern
On Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17, guests can partake in live entertainment all weekend featuring bagpipers, Celtic band The Larkin & Moran Brothers, and Irish Dueling Pianos. Pippin's will be serving up an endless amount of green beer as well as a special Irish menu featuring a traditional corned beef dinner, corned beef sandwich, Irish Dip sandwich, Bangers & Mash, shepherd’s pie, and more.
Photo courtesy of Pippin's Tavern
Chief O’Neill’s
Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant is hosting a slew of events for its 25th Anniversary Year and annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival. To make space for all the fun, Chief O’Neill’s has put up its heated tent in the 2,000 square foot garden.
Sunday, March 10
Pre-Paddy’s Day Bottomless Brunch with music and entertainment
10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Bottomless Brunch: Adults $32; Children under 6 are $23. Add on bottomless (Green) Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s or Margaritas. This brunch features a wide variety of tastes and treats, including Chief O’Neill’s white and milk chocolate fountains. Special dishes for March include: house-cured corned beef dinner on a skewer, house-cured corned beef tacos with a creamy horseradish mustard sauce, Irish Curry Chicken with rice, Corned Beef Hash. Reservations will be accepted in the Pub, Dining Room, and Tent. Book a reservation on Tock.
Saturday, March 16
$10 cover begins at noon; the event is 21+ only starting at 2 pm. Live entertainment and Irish food, are guaranteed at Chief O’Neill’s St Patrick’s Day Weekend Celebration.
Mrs. O’Neill’s Parlor Buffet
Available on March 16 & 17 starting at 11 am
Join Chief's for an hour-and-a-half sit-down Irish Favorites Buffet in Mrs. O’Neill’s Parlor.
Mrs. O’Neill’s Parlor features 9’ foot window openings with vistas of downtown Chicago’s skyline and the Avondale neighborhood. 21+ only. Reservations only accepted online. $45 charge included entry to first-floor entertainment Seating times: 11:00 AM / 12:45 PM / 1:15 PM / 2:30 PM 4:15 PM / 6:00 PM / 7:45 PM. Reservations available on Tock.
Sunday, March 17: St. Patrick’s Day
Chief O’Neill’s 25th St. Patrick’s Day!
9 a.m.- 2 p.m., No reservations, +21.
$10 cover charge starting at 10 a.m. Come to Chief O’Neill’s and watch the games on its big screen TVs this year in the heated tent. Chief O’Neill’s will also be serving classic Irish dishes ala carte on the first floor with a special twist. These dishes include Shepherd’s Pie, Fish & Chips, Irish Chicken Curry, Reuben Corned Beef Sandwich and more.
Photo courtesy of Chief O’Neill’s
Stefani Prime
Stefani Prime is serving up a traditional Irish meal of corned beef and cabbage to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day weekend.
Bar Cargo
Bar Cargo is hosting a St. Paddy's Party with doors opening at 9 a.m. The non-ticketed event will include four drink specials and there is no cover at the door. The following drink specials will be available all day:
$7 Lucky Leprechaun Shots
$8 Green Coors Lights
$9 Guinness Draughts
$10 Jameson Shots
Broken English Taco Pub
Both locations of Broken English Taco Pub will open early and serve discounted drink specials on the weekend on St. Patrick’s Day. The Old Town location will open at 11 a.m. and the Loop location will open at 10 a.m., and both locations are serving up the following specially- priced drinks:
$7 tequila shots
$9 San Patricio margaritas
Photo courtesy of Stefani Prime
Vinny's Clam Bar
Vinny’s Clam Bar in Tinley Park gears up for a festive St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Saturday, March 16 and officially launch happy hour. Here are the Irish-Inspired specials they have lined up for Saturday, March 16:
The Bush "Mule” - Bushmills Irish whiskey, ginger liqueur, lime juice, ginger beer
South Side Irish Red Ale from local brewery Hailstorm Brewing Company.
Corned Beef & Cabbage
Bangers & Mash
Vinny’s happy hour also just launched. From Monday through Friday 4pm - 6pm, guests can order $2 shucked oysters & baked clams, $11 wood fired pizzas, and $8 you call it cocktails. Reservations are available on OpenTable.
Photo courtesy of Vinny's Clam Bar
Torali atThe Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Torali at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is hosting an Irish Single Malt Dinner guided by a Bushmills’s brand ambassador on March 12 from 7-10 p.m. The meal will showcase Bushmills whiskey tastings and cocktails, which will be paired with a four-course dinner. Personalized bottle engravings available for onsite purchase or pre order.
Tickets are $200/person and can be purchased here on Tock. Festive St. Patty’s Day attire is encouraged!
Bottle Engraving
Pre-Ordered bottles will be ready for dinner service. Bottles ordered at the dinner will be engraved in order. Engraving takes approximately 30 minutes per bottle.
Photo courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Publican Quality Bread
This year, you can leave the Irish soda bread baking up to baker Greg Wade and the Publican Quality Bread team. Honoring the traditional Irish method, the team leavens the dough with baking soda instead of yeast, resulting in a crumbly texture that's flavored with caraway seeds and dried shallots.
Venteux
In addition to offering their usual brunch menu and bar offerings (featuring bottomless bubbles, mimosas, and Bloody Marys galore!), Executive Chef Marcel Heiduk is going all in with a handful of specials available just for the weekend. Dig into the Venteux Burger topped with melted Gruyere cheese, or a meaty Corned Beef Sandwich on rye, served with whole ground mustard, pickled cucumbers, and crispy fries. Festive drink specials include a Lucky Latte made with white mocha mint syrup from the cafe, and from the bar, two Jameson Orange cocktails: the Irish Gold Fashion, garnished with an orange swath and edible gold, or the Lucky Spritz, crafted with pineapple juice and sparkling wine.
Bar Pendry
Bar Pendry is offering a contemporary twist on traditional Irish fare with a special available just for the weekend — a corned beef sandwich, piled high on toasted pumpernickel with tangy Patty’s sauce and pickled bean sprouts, served with a side of crispy fries. Raise a glass to the holiday with a special Irish whiskey flight featuring 3-ounce pours of Jameson IPA Edition, Yellow Spot and Proper 12, or if that’s not your taste, try their specialty cocktail: the Shamrock Shore, a nod to the green milkshake, crafted with Belvedere vodka, Crème de Menthe and Bailey’s Irish cream.
The Publican
The Publican is rolling out the green carpetwith special offerings exclusively available during brunch all weekend long. European-style beer hall options such as corned beef hash and Shepherd’s pie — oysters ordered during brunch will be available for only $2-a-shuck. Or celebrate with a shot of Tullamore Dew Irish whiskey and a classic stout.
Publican Quality Meat
Head-Chef Butcher Rob Levitt and his team are brining savory corned beef in-house to be hand-sliced and piled high on fresh rye from Publican Quality Bread with a dollop of tangy housemade mustard. Priced at $17, this hearty sandwich will be available St. Patrick's Day weekend, Friday - Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm for dine-in or to-go via Toast.
Chicago Electric Boat Company
Hop aboard one of Chicago Electric Boat Company’s new heated 22-foot Luxury Duffy Boats, which are fully enclosed with personal space heaters, and a BYOB cruise down green water. Each boat can fit up to 12 people and is complete with a Bluetooth sound speaker and coolers of ice to keep your choice of Irish food and booze chilled for the whole voyage. Plus for St. Patrick’s Day only, boats with up to six passengers will be provided an expert captain from Chicago Electric Boat Company’s team, so everyone in your crew can just sit back for the ride. Those with over six passengers must supply their own captain, with a contact list provided. Rides can be reserved from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with limited boats available.
Email rentme@chicagoelectricboats.com to book.
Photo courtesy of Matt Haas for Bar Pendry
Gordon Ramsay Burger
The Gordon Ramsay Burger Lucky Shake is a custard base, topped with whipped cream, sprinkles and finished with a white chocolate rainbow. The shake will be available March 1-31 for $10.
Flight Club Chicago
Flight Club Chicago will offer two St. Patty's Day specials on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17:
Corned Beef Sliders: Made with corned beef brisket, pretzel roll, swiss cheese, sauerkraut and signature FC sauce
Cronuts with Bailey’s Crème: Made with beignets, powdered sugar and Bailey’s Irish Crème-infused Crème Anglaise.
AceBounce Chicago
Corned Beef Sliders: Made with corned beef brisket, pretzel roll, swiss cheese, sauerkraut and signature AB sauce.
Fish & Chips: Made with beer-battered cod, fries, pea fritters and tartar sauce.
Both dishes are available on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17.
Photo courtesy of Ace Bounce Chicago
Virgin Hotels Chicago
On St. Patrick’s Day, offers unobstructed views of the river dyeing, live entertainment across multiple floors, and more.
Start your holiday with your very own Irish Coffee from the hotel’s ground floor coffee shop, Two Zero Three, or classic Irish fare from Miss Ricky’s, the hotel’s signature restaurant. From classic Reuben sandwiches to beer battered fish and chips, the culinary team has crafted a menu that pays homage to the Emerald Isle.
Photo courtesy of Virgin Hotels Chicago
Mercadito
The team at Mercadito has created two exclusive items for the holiday including a margarita with Jameson, Grand Marnier, lemon and agave on special for $11, and a green chorizo taco served over a corn tortilla, salsa cruda, potato purée garnished with pickled red onions.
Lemon
The bar crew at Lemon have crafted a menu of St Paddy's Day cocktails, all made with Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey, to be offered from Thursday, March 14 through Saturday, March 16.
Pot O Gold: Jameson, lime, housemade honey syrup, falernum, egg white
Proper Old Fashioned: Proper Twelve Irish apple whiskey, simple syrup, aromatic bitters
Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar
Heritage will have a corn beef dinner (and sliders) on March 17 in addition to a full takeout package.
Photo courtesy of Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar
Delightful Pastries
Delightful Pastries will offer a sweet and savory selection of housemade cookies, pastries, quiche, and more. The St. Patrick’s Day menu includes:
Shamrock Iced Cookies
Pistachio Shortbread
Jameson Whiskey and Chocolate Custard Paczki
Blueberry and Chocolate Scones
Irish Barmbrack with Jameson Whiskey
Lime Mousse and Lemon Curd Gateau
Smoked Cheddar, Potato and Garlic Quiche
Corned Beef and Sauerkraut Croissants
elephant+vine
elephant+vine, with locations in Lincoln Park and Evanston, will offer the Mint Madness Shake during the entire month of March in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. The dairy-free mint milkshake is topped with whipped cream and green sugar sprinkles.
Fatpour Tap Works
For the annual parade on Saturday, March 16, Fatpour Tap Works in Wicker Park (2005 W. Division St.) will host “Pour Some Paddy on Me,” a two-story celebration from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets start at $35 and include general admission, an Irish drink and appetizer package, party antics, music, and more.
Gene & Georgetti
This year, specials include Corned Beef & Cabbage, served old-school with boiled Yukon gold potatoes and cabbage and The Reuben, with corned beef, sauerkraut, melty swiss, and thousand island dressing, served with french fries. Festive cocktails include the Irish Mule with Jameson Irish Whiskey, ginger beer and fresh lime, Shamrock’d Martini with G&G signature vodka, Baileys and creme de menthe, and other classics like Irish coffee and Guinness.
Photo courtesy of Gene & Georgetti
Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago
The Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago's celebration will kick off on March 13th and continue through March 17th. With nine sessions spread across five days, the brewery will offer an indoor-outdoor celebration including a tap list with both locally brewed beers and Dublin-brewed favorites, a menu full of St. Patrick’s Day fare, live entertainment, and a fully stocked retail shop with St. Patrick’s Week merchandise that can only be found at the Open Gate Brewery. The week will include a proper Chicago Block Party on Saturday, March 16 through Sunday, March 17.
Options will include limited-edition St. Patrick’s Week Beers including a Clover Honey Ale, an Irish Breakfast Tea Amber Ale, an Irish Coffee-Inspired Beer and Dublin classics like Harp Lager, Smithwick’s Irish Red Ale and the iconic Guinness Draught Stout.
The events will also feature Personalize Your Pint, offering the chance to feature your own selfie on top of a pint of Guinness Draught Stout and PerfectPint Academy, in which guests learn the six-step process to pour their own pint at the Home of Guinness in Chicago.
In addition, Guinness Open Gate Brewery will make a $30,000 donation to the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Flyer courtesy of Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago
Arbella
On Saturday, March 16th, Arbella's bar will be open from 11am to 3am. However, the kitchen will close at 10:30pm. They will offer the following specials for party-goers to enjoy:
BEER + SHOT COMBO
Guinness + Bushmills
High Life + Centenario Tequila
DRINK SPECIALS
THE OLDEST OLD FASHIONED - bushmills whiskey, walnut + house blend bitters, black coffee
GREEN APPLE MARGARITA - lime, house made sour mix, simple, tequila
PADDY LONG LEG FRIES - toast in spicy pepper sauce, topped with feta cheese, beer-pickled onions + jalapenos
IN THE BAG TACO - corn chips, black bean chili, aged cheddar cheese, grilled green onions
POPCORN CHICKEN TENDERS - korean spicy-sweet glaze, lemon-pepper or hot-n-spicy
Nettare
Nettare will host a 'Pub Nettare' pop up alongside its regular menu. The team will serve Curry Chips, Fish and Chips, a Beef Cheek & Cabbage sandwich, Potato & Leek Soup, Irish Coffee and an ‘Irish American’ Boilermaker with an Irish Style Nitro Stout & a shot of Irish Whiskey. These specials will be available during the day (opens at 11am) on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17.
Pilot Project Brewing
Pilot Project Brewing will offer $5 pours all day on Sunday, March 17.
Alamo Drafthouse Chicago
Guests can sip on a Boozy Shamrock Shake (Crème de Menthe, Crème de Cacao, Vanilla Ice Cream, Whipped Cream) for $15. The shake will be available March 10-17 for dine in for movie-goers or at the bar for the public.
Photo courtesy of Alamo Drafthouse Chicago
Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Whether you’re looking to cure your St. Patrick’s Day hangover or for a way to celebrate the holiday, Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Lakeview is offering a savory and sweet Irish-inspired menu for Afternoon Tea featuring flavors from Chef Katsuji Tanabe! Reserve you spot on their website. Seatings are available at 11am, 1:30pm and 4pm. $105 per person. Includes gratuity. The menu will include: Irish Soda Bread, Blueberry Scone, Oyster Rockefeller with Jameson Whisky, Clams Casino with Guinness cream, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with Atomic Horseradish, Calabrian Chile Cured Salmon Sandwich, Spicy Tuna Sandwich, Corned Beef and Cabbage Lumpia, Shamrock Macarons, Fudge Guinness Cupcake....and more!
Barrio and Bodega
Starting at 10 a.m. on March 16, Barrio will be serving green bottomless mimosas. For an exclusive experience, patrons can head to Bodega from 9 am to 12 pm, where they can purchase a ticket or reserve a table for an open bar, live DJ, passed appetizers, and more. Guests can experience a festive atmosphere with green decor and swag as they enjoy mimosas, well cocktails, and bar bites. Table packages are available for both 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. time slots, making it the perfect spot to gather your crew and celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
Sweetwater Tavern and Grille
On March 16 (8am-10am), head down to Sweetwater Grille for their annual Kegs N’ Eggs event, steps away from the parade on Michigan Avenue. Tickets are just $25+ fees, but space is limited, so don’t wait to secure your spot.
Menu includes:
$6 Drink Specials: Green beer (Miller Lite), Guinness, Bloody Marys and Mimosas
Breakfast Buffet: A spread fit for the Irish (included with ticket price)
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, with locations in Chicago’s West Loop (912 W Randolph St) and River North (407 N Clark St), is set to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive twist on Irish whiskey, offering a weekend filled with specials and DJ sets. On March 16 and 17, both locations will feature $6 green beer, $7 green tea and tequila shots, and $8 green margaritas. The West Loop venue will host DJ sets from open to close. Patrons can enjoy an array of specials, such as $7 Teelings, $7 Patron shots, and the signature $8 green margaritas. Hours of operation for the celebration are extended in the West Loop location from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. on March 16, and normal hours on March 17. The River North location will open early at 7 a.m. on March 16, continuing until 3 a.m., with normal hours resuming on March 17.
City Works Eatery & Pour House
City Works Eatery & Pour House is offering limited holiday specials, including the Shepherd's Pie Flatbread, Corned Beef Hash and Irish Mac N’ Cheese.
Additionally, City Works’ drink specials for the holiday include:
Grasshopper topped with Lucky Marshmallows — Bailey’s, creme de menthe and heavy cream
Baby Guinness Shots
Guinness Blends
Dark Side of The Moon — Blue Moon + Guinness
Snakebite — Angry Orchard Crisp Apple + Guinness
Voodoo — Founders Rubaeus + Guinness
These specials are only available March 13-17. Guests can tag City Works in their green gear on 3/17 for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
Bandit
St. Patty's Day celebrators can buy tickets and head to Bandit on Two (Bandit's second floor) on Saturday, March 16. From 9am-12pm, ticketholders will be offered:
Standard Open Bar Package :: Mimosas & Well Cocktails
Passed bar bites
Festive green decor & swag
Table packages are available for both 9am & 1pm time slots.
There will also be tables available from 1-4pm. All tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Old Town Pour House
Old Town Pour House is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day March 13 -17 with a specially curated menu features twists on Irish dishes and drinks, including:
Shepherd’s Pie Flatbread | Stewed seasoned beef, roasted garlic puree, peas, mozzarella, mashed potatoes, green onion
Lucky Grasshopper | Bailey’s, Creme de Menthe, heavy cream and lucky marshmallow
Guinness Blends
Dark Side of The Moon – Blue Moon + Guinness
Snakebite – Angry Orchard Crisp Apple + Guinness
Voodoo – Reubaus + Guinness
Hampton Social
Hampton Social will offer a festively green Frosé, made with Tito’s handmade vodka, rosé wine and peach purée.
The Godfrey
The Godfrey rooftop will offer beer, mimosas, bloody marys & a breakfast buffet. Party goes from 8am-12pm, tickets start at $75+ fees and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
LondonHouse Chicago
Guest will be offered an open bar from 8am-12pm. Unlimited green beer, cocktails, breakfast bites, DJs and more. Guests will also be given complimentary St. Patrick’s Day swag. Prices start at $200 and are available on Tock.
Hard Rock Chicago
On Saturday, March 16 from 10am-8pm, guests can head to Hard Rock Chicago for their 16th Annual Get Sham-ROCKED party. Live Music by The Hat Guys & The Shannon Rovers, Green Beer, Lucky Charm Treats, Grill-Out, and More! $5 Suggested Donation to My Block, My Hood, My City.
Photo courtesy of The Hampton Social
Untitled Supper Club
In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day and the heritage of Irish Whiskey, the March installment of Untitled's Whiskey Wisdom coursed, whiskey paired dinner features the world’s oldest licensed distillery, Bushmills.
The ticket ($95) includes a five-course dinner from Untitled's kitchen paired with three straight pours of Bushmills Single Malt Irish expressions including the ruby port pipe oak cask aged Bushmills 25 Year ($900+), as well as two complimentary Bushmills cocktails crafted by Untitled's mixologists. Untitled’s Beverage Manager Alec Pignotti as well as ambassadors from Bushmills will be on-hand to discuss the making of these spirits.
Rosebud
At the Rosebud Randolph location, elevate your St. Patrick's Day celebrations with rooftop specials. Enjoy $7 food specials featuring favorites like Reuben Sandwiches, Cheeseburger Sliders, Corned Beef Sliders, and of course, Meatball Sliders! Wash it all down with themed drink specials, including $10 Green Daiquiris, $17 Irish Goodbyes, $7 Fireball shots, and selected wines.
LG's Bar & Kitchen
In the spirit of St. Patrick's Day, LG’s Bar & Kitchen kicks off a two-week celebration filled with specials and events.
March 1 - March 17: Dinner Specials: Indulge in an array of Irish-inspired dishes available for dinner throughout the celebration:
Corned Beef Hot Pocket
Corned Beef Hush Puppies
Shepherd's Pie
Potato & Leek Soup
Friday, March 15: Kick-off Party: Join LG’s Bar & Kitchen at their St. Patrick’s Day kickoff party
Special dinner specials from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Live DJ starting at 9:00 PM
Green Beer to get the festivities started
Saturday, March 16: Parade Day: St. Patrick's Day Parade Day festivities with a ticketed event at LG’s Bar & Kitchen. Get your tickets on Eventbrite:
General Admission Ticket ($33.33): Includes three drink tickets featuring Tito's, Jameson, domestic bottles, Guinness drafts, green beer, mimosa, and well-mixed drinks.
GA Ticket + Food Buffet ($45): Enjoy the General Admission perks plus access to the food buffet.
Food Buffet: Available from 9:00 AM to noon.
Sunday, March 17: St. Patrick's Day (Hair of the Dog Brunch): Continue the celebration with Irish-themed brunch items:
Hot Pocket (Corned Beef and Breakfast - Irish sausage and bacon)
Corned Beef Hush Puppies
Irish Whiskey Cinnamon Roll
Irish Breakfast Skillet
Corned Beef & Cabbage
After 2:00 pm for lunch and dinner, Irish-themed dinner specials include:
Corned beef hot pocket
Corned beef hush puppies
Shepherd's Pie
Potato & Leek soup
Fora
Green beer and mimosas will be available with St. Patrick’s Day dishes like the Corned Beef Hash Skillet or the Guinness Battered Cod made with fresh lemon, tartar sauce and served with potato wedges. Fora will also offer Irish Whiskey tastings in their four season patio.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House
Michael Jordan’s Steak House is celebrating St. Patricks Day with green themed specials including a Lucky-Tini and the classic Green Pint. A Reuben Sandwich made with sauerkraut and MJ’s Secret Dressing available from March 15th to the 17th.
Adorn Bar & Restaurant
A St. Patrick’s Day brunch will be offered while kids partake in a Leprechaun scavenger hunt and holiday classics such as the Irish Breakfast and Potato Pancakes with smoked salmon.
The Dearborn
From March 14 through 17, The Dearborn is partnering with Teeling Irish Whiskey and introducing a specialty Irish-themed cocktail, as well as partnering with Guinness and offering swag, a specialty “face in pint” beer painting and more giveaways. Traditional St. Patrick’s Day dishes from Executive Chef Aaron Cuschieri such as corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, corned beef reuben and more. Reservations are available on Tock.
Hannah’s Bretzel
Hannah's Bretzel offers on-the-go St. Paddy's Day themed sandwich this March. Introducing 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.
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
From March 6 through 17th, Stan’s is welcoming back past options for a limited-time-only. With four donut varieties including the Emerald Chocolate Dipped, Shamrock Sprinkled, Irish Cream Bismark and Cookies & Cream Mint Donut made with OREO.
Raised, an Urban Rooftop Bar
In addition to menu and cocktail specials, Raised will be hosting a River Dyeing Celebration on March 16 from 8:30-11:30 AM, with two and three-hour packages available. Rooftop views with green beer, mimosas, Bloody Marys and signature cocktails. Packages also include a buffet featuring Irish-inspired breakfast and lunch items – with a Raised twist. The celebration continues with live music from DJ Tyler Gordon and bagpiper Dave Johnston.
St. Patrick’s Day specials include:
Luck of the Irish Sliders | Corned beef brisket, cabbage slaw, Bouillon Worcestershire sauce
Green Machine Cocktail | Svedka Clementine Vodka, crème de violette, OJ, ginger beer
They Love Me Not Cocktail | Rhine Hall Cherry Brandy, Greenbar Poppy Amaro, Licor 43, lemon, honey syrup
Green beer, green mimosas, Jameson Irish coffee, Guinness draft and more!
Three Dots & a Dash
Three Dots & A Dash is launching an Irish twist on a tropical cocktail. Introducing a holiday riff on the cocktail, the Jameson Mai Tai made with Jameson Irish Whiskey, lime juice, almond orgeat made daily in-house by the Three Dots team and dry curacao. The Jameson Mai Tai will be available at Three Dots & A Dash this St. Patrick’s Day weekend, March 16-17.
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Wake 'N Bacon
Wake ‘n Bacon in East Lakeview will offer themed cocktails including the Pot of Gold with Ketel One Peach and Orange Blossom, orange juice, Calamansi Sour Mix, and peach syrup, and the Shamrock Sparkler with Tito's Vodka, lemon juice, kiwi syrup, Kinky Green Liqueur, and Choya Sparkling Ume.
Guests can pair their cocktails with brunch served from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Options include the Bacon Flight with three flavors in-house cured and smoked bacon including Maple Peppercorn, Tocino and Tajin, Berry Bliss Crepes filled with vanilla lemon cream cheese and house-made berry jam topped with fresh berries, granola and a sprinkle of powdered sugar, and the Adobo Philly Dip, a Filipino Adobo chicken Philly sandwich with sauteed peppers, caramelized onions, and provolone cheese on a toasted roll served with a side of Adobo au jus.
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap in North Center will open early at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 16. 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, sausage, potato, french toast, 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 chicken tenders, mac and cheese, nachos, quesadillas, and tater tots along with mimosas, green draft beer and house liquor. Both packages include complimentary St. Patrick’s Day swag.
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 along with $8 Irish Mules. The bar will be decked out in festive decor and open until 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 16, and 4 a.m. on Sunday, March 17. Revelers can head to The Owl for the afterparty and take part in one of the bar’s late night dance parties.
The Graystone Tavern
The Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville will host a St. Patrick’s Day Pajama Party on Sunday, March 17 at 11 a.m. The party will feature a $30 drink package available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m that includes Guinness, Proper 12 Cold Brew, Mimosas, and Bloody Marys. Party-goers can pair their drinks with bottomless pancakes available for $10.
Guests can partake in the festivities in Graystone’s winterized, heated beer garden. The space features string lights overhead, seven TVs, and games like bags, giant Jenga and giant Connect 4.
Sweet Mandy B's
Sweet Mandy B’s, the old fashioned bakeshop in Lincoln Park and Streeterville, will offer St. Patrick’s Day-themed treats available from Wednesday, March 13 through Sunday, March 17. To bring to parties or even to treat friends and family, there will be Lucky Charms Rice Krispies, Shamrock Cupcakes, Shamrock Cut-Out Cookies, Pot of Gold Cupcakes and a specialty Luck of the Irish Cupcake with chocolate Guinness cake and Bailey’s buttercream.
Remedy
In recognition of the legend associated with St. Patrick, who stood atop an Irish hillside and banished the snakes from Ireland, Remedy will offer a “Day O’ The Snakes” special available all weekend featuring $6 Snake Bites. St. Patrick’s Day party-goers can choose drinks and vibes at Remedy until 5 a.m. Saturday and 4 a.m. on Sunday.
Estelle's
Estelle's will keep the St. Patrick’s Day party going until 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 16 and 4 a.m. on Sunday, March 17 with a drink combo featuring Guinness with a shot of Jameson for $12. Party-goers who arrive early can choose Estelle’s half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on both days.
Easy Bar
To celebrate Paddy’s Day weekend, on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17, Easy Bar will open at 4 p.m. for a half-price happy hour until 6 p.m. Themed specials available all weekend will include $8 Guinness and non-alcoholic Guinness along with $7 Jameson shots.
Cody's Public House
Revelers headed to the St. Patrick’s Day parade in downtown Chicago can pregame at Cody’s Public House in West Lakeview on Saturday, March 16 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.
Central Park Bar
Irish drink specials will be available at Avondale's Central Park Bar. From Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17, specials will include a $9.50 Guinness and Jameson shot combo along with $6 Jameson shots.
aliveOne
On Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17, St. Patrick’s Day party-goers can head to aliveOne, in Lincoln Park, for specials like $6 green beer, $12 Irish Slammers, half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. along with a DJ beginning at 8:30 p.m.
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Taureaux Tavern
Taureaux Tavern offers their “Patty Daddy” cocktail ($15) and Corned Beef Sandwich ($22). The cocktail consists of mezcal, maraschino cherry and melon, while the sandwich features marble rye bread piled high with corned beef, sauerkraut and 1000 island sauce.
Mordecai
To celebrate St. Patrick's Day, Mordecai is serving up a special vintage cocktail in honor of Irish-American baseball player, Mike Kelly - the "King of Ballplayers". The 10k Kelly($25) features Irish whiskey, bourbon, 1960s Irish mist, and 1970s amaro and will be available from March 10th - 17th.
Frontier
ST. PATRICK’S DAY BRUNCH
From 11:00 am - 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 16, Frontier will be hosting St. Patrick’s Day Brunch. Offerings include mimosas and domestic drafts plus one brunch item for $39 per person – brunch options ranging from skillets to burgers, among other wild-game offerings.
HAIR OF THE DOG ST. PADDY’S DAY BRUNCH
On Sunday, March 17 starting at 12:00 pm, Frontier will be offering $8 Wheatley Vodka Bloody Marys, $8 Bushmills Irish Coffee, $6 Bushmill shots, $15 bottles of bubbly & OJ, $15 bottle of rosé, $6 Jameson canned cocktails, $8 Jameson Irish Mules, $6 Jameson shots, and $25 select craft beer pitchers.
Lottie's Pub
POT OF GOLD TRIVIA
On Monday, March 11 at 7:00 pm for Pot of Gold Trivia. Offerings include $7 Angry Orchard Black, $6 Angry Orchard Cider, $6 Twisted Tea, $6 Tully, and $10 Corned Beef Reuben. St. Paddy’s Day themed questions and prizes from Sam Adams and Tullamore Dew.
LET’S GET RIPPLED!
Get a personalized pint with the Guinness ripple machine on Tuesday, March 12 at 6:00 pm. Offerings include $6 Green Beer Mugs, $6 Proper No. Twelve Apple, $6 Lone River Ranch Water, $6 Guinness, $6 Guinness Zero, $10 Corned Beef Reuben, and $10 Car Bombs. Guinness and Proper No. Twelve Apple samplings and giveaways will also be happening on-site.
GUINNESS GEAR GIVEAWAY
On Thursday, March 14 at 6:00 pm Lottie’s Guinness Gear Giveaway. Offerings include $6 Green Beer Mugs, $6 Tullamore Dew, $6 Tulley Honey, $6 Lone River Ranch Water, $6 Guinness Zero, $6 Guinness, $10 Corned Beef Reuben, and $10 Car Bombs. Guinness and Tullamore Dew samplings will also be happening on-site.
ST. PADDY’S DAY BRUNCH PACKAGE
From 9:00 am - 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 16, Lottie’s Pub will be hosting a St. Paddy’s Day Brunch Package for an early bird $40 per person. Offerings include eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, hash browns, chicken tenders, tots, green beer, mimosas, and free St. Patrick’s Day gear.
ST PADDY’S DAY HAPPY HOUR
From 11:00 am - 2:00 pm on Sunday, March 17, Lottie’s Pub will be hosting a Still Peeing Green? St. Patrick’s Day happy hour. Offerings include $5 Leprechaun Mimosas, $5 Bushmills, $6 Bushmills & Ginger, $6 Bloody Marys, $8 Breakfast Sandwiches, $10 Breakfast Burritos, and $12 Hangover Burgers. All day specials include $6 22oz Green Beer Mugs, $6 Guinness, $6 Bushmills, $10 Car Bombs, and $10 Corned Beef Reuben.
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LM Restaurant Group
Land & Lake Kitchen, located across from the Chicago River on the ground floor of the LondonHouse Hotel, will be serving a Corned Beef Sandwich. This sandwich features thinly shaved corned beef, sauerkraut relish, thousand island dressing, house-made dill pickles, Swiss cheese, and killer house-cut fries for $17.
Their Bistro concepts, named after their respective neighborhoods, Grant Park Bistro and River North Bistro, will feature the classic Irish dish of Bangers & Mash. This dish includes Irish Bangers served with Yukon gold mash, leek and cabbage colcannon, and onion gravy, all for $22.
The restaurants will also be serving up festive sips for the weekend bash, including Irish Coffee, Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey shots, and green pints of Michelob Ultra at all spots. All offerings will be available March 15-17.
Photo courtesy of Kristen Mendiola Photography
Kirkwood
Tickets for Kirkwood's SPD party start at $35 and include four call drink tickets, scrambled eggs, hash tots and bacon, and a build-your-own corned beef sandwich. Purchase Tickets for the Kirkwood St. Patty’s Day Party and additional ticket options online.
Brickhouse
Purchase tickets for the Brickhouse St. Patty’s Day Party online for a call drink package plus an Irish breakfast buffet from 9am to 12pm.
Highline
Located one block from the Chicago River, Highline is hosting a SPD brunch. Tickets, which can be purchased online include four drinks (choice of call spirits, domestic beer, bloody mary, mimosas, wine and hard seltzers), an Irish breakfast buffet and a special appearance from the Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band.
Ranalli's West Loop
In the West Loop from 10am to 1pm for a SPD brunch buffet. Tickets start at $40 and include four drink tickets in addition to the buffet. Purchase Tickets for the Ranalli’s St. Patty’s Day Party online.
Ranalli's Lincoln Park
From 8am to 11am on March 16th, Ranalli's in Lincoln Park will offer a brunch buffet. Tickets start at $40 and include the buffet plus four drink tickets. Purchase Tickets for the Ranalli’s St. Patty’s Day Party online.
Gaslight
At the Lincoln Park bar from 9am to 12pm on March 16th for their SPD Party. Tickets start at $35 and include an Irish-style brunch buffet and two drink tickets, plus appearances by Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band + DJ. Purchase Tickets for the Gaslight St. Patty’s Day Party online.
Benchmark
On Saturday, March 16th from 9am to 12pm, Benchmark will host their SPD Party. Tickets include four drink tickets, a scrambled egg station, tater tot buffet and a corned beef sandwich station. Purchase Tickets for the Benchmark St. Patty’s Day Party online.
The Langham, Chicago
ravelle offers sweeping views of the Chicago River on the second floor of The Langham. Guests can reserve a seat or table in the window-framed bar + lounge and choose a brunch experience from Executive Chef Damion Henry.
The menu will feature Irish breakfast items including a Classic Shepherd's Pie with Colorado Lamb, Corn Beef and Cabbage Hash, and Baked Egg Shakshuka. Additional menu offerings include a selection of French pastries, items from the Langham’s signature breakfast such as a Poached Egg Benedict with Canadian Bacon and Green Goddess Hollandaise, and a seafood display featuring seasonal oysters and chilled jumbo shrimp.
Pre-paid reservations can be made via Tock ($150 per person).
Additonally, The Langham’s Ice Cream Social pop-up located on the hotel’s outdoor plaza. Alongside the Chicago River, the pop-up is reopening for just one day (Saturday, March 16) in celebration of the holiday. Parade-goers can visit the plaza to select homemade, limited-edition St. Patrick’s Day artisan gelato flavors.
The specialty gelato flavors include Bailey’s Irish Cream, Lucky Charm, Double Chocolate Obsession and Madagascar Vanilla. Guests can customize their treats by swirling the flavors together or adding toppings such as a green cotton candy cloud, rainbow sprinkles, lucky charms crunch, and more. The Ice Cream Social menu will also feature a Valentino Hot Chocolate served with toasted marshmallow and whipped cream.
The Langham, Chicago Ice Cream Social will be open on 3/16/24 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Photo courtesy of The Langham, Chicago
The Royal Sonesta Downtown Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers a vantage point of the Chicago Green River Dyeing, perched 39 stories high in the sky. Guests will see views of both the State Street and Michigan Avenue sides of the river, while they visit the Penthouse lounge, or on the outdoor terrace (equipped with space heaters), and with party favors, DJs, and more.
A breakfast buffet featuring a selection of dishes complemented by an open bar offering spirits, wine, green beer, and an array of Irish-inspired craft cocktails. Options from the menu include Irish Stout Sausage Gravy, Green Eggs and Ham, Corned Beef Hash, O’Brien Potatoes, Bailey’s Irish Cream French Toast, and more.
Tickets are available on Eventbrite and cost $130 for adults and $75 for kids 8 years old and under.
Hoyt's
Green beer will be flowing at Hoyt's Chicago during the ground-level river dyeing celebrations, with music, Irish-inspired dishes, cocktails, and more. Along the river's edge, a full bar and bites will be offered. Specialty drinks, jello shots, cans of Guinness Beer, and green beer will be available. Irish-inspired options such as corned beef sandwiches and Irish nachos will also be offered. The festivities kick off with DJs starting at 8 am. Entry is free but you can reserve your spot on Eventbrite.
Velvet Taco
Guests can grab a green margarita this St. Patrick’s day at Velvet Taco across its three Chicago locations with a special prize: the first fifty guests at each spot will receive a free St. Patrick's Day-themed trucker hat.
The restaurant is celebrating the holiday with green-ified margs for the occasion. Order their Kick Ass Margarita frozen or on the rocks, or the Grand Kick Ass Margarita for an additional $1.50. Taste Lunazul Premium Blanco Tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice and agave nectar.
Amerikas
Oak Park’s Amerikas is getting in the Irish spirit with specialty food and drink, available only on St. Pat’s Day. Sip on the Irish Enlightenment cocktail, crafted with green chartreuse, Teeling Irish Whiskey, Arette Tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Pair alongside Chef Armando’s Beef and Cabbage Taco, topped with horseradish avocado aioli and salsa matcha.
Mirella's Tavern
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Leprechaun Specials at Mirella’s Tavern, in West Town. Stop in on Saturday, March 16 for Chef Jose Rivera’s Corned Beef Sliders with fries for $14, a Traditional Reuben with fries for $12, or Corned Beef with Cabbage for $16. Drink specials for the holiday include $4 beers, $6 Jameson shots, $7 Guinnesses, and $11 Jameson Bombs. Mirella’s Tavern is open from 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
Teatro ZinZanni
From March 14-17, Teatro ZinZanni will be infusing their nightly celebrations with the Luck of the Irish in ZinZanni fashion. During the celebration, specialty menu offerings will be available, along with festive live music and an exclusive Emerald photo opportunity in their Starlight Lounge. To purchase tickets, please visit https://zinzanni.com/chicago/st-patricks-week/.
Bar Louie
From March 15-17, in-bar beverage offers include – $3 Drafts of Green Beer, $4 Jameson Irish Whiskey Sidecar, $5 Guinness. The brand is also featuring a new cocktail available only during the month of march, the Irish Goodbye. It features Jameson, house-made Guinness syrup, lemon juice, and Fever-Tree Ginger beer. In addition, Bar Louie’s Irish Old Fashion is made with Jameson, Guinness syrup, cocoa bitters and finished with an orange peel expression.
Bar Louie is introducing their new Reuben Sandwich to the menu just in time for the celebration. This sandwich is made with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Louie’s sauce between slices of fresh marble rye bread.
Dog Haus
Available all day on Sunday, March 27, Dog Haus will be offering Green Beer, plus $6 Jameson Shots and $7 Pickle Backs (Jameson with a shot of pickle juice chaser).
River Roast
Executive Chef Jason Qureshi and his team are offering a Specialty Corned Beef Roast during dinner on Saturday, March 16, and Sunday, March 17, in addition to a Corned Beef Hash during brunch on Sunday, March 17. For all ages, photo props will also be available for guests to pose with the picturesque green river.
Azul Mariscos
A St. Patrick’s Day Margarita Tower ($80). Available with Kiwi and Classic margaritas, it’s a sharable cocktail display. This special offering is available on Friday, March 15, through Sunday, March 17.
Jake Melnick's Corner Tap
Executive Chef Nick Santangelo will offer loaded fries and green beer. Jake’s St. Patty Loaded Fries include: Swiss cheese, pastrami, sauerkraut, Thousand Island, green onion, and cheese sauce.
Buck Russell's (Wilmette)
On Chicago’s North Shore, Buck Russell’s is offerin a ‘Shambuck Shake’ for the entire month of March. This shake is made with homemade mint ice cream.
Chuck Lager America's Tavern (Orland Park)
Chef Fabio Viviani has curated a Corned Beef Melt and Corned Beef Platter that is available through March 17th. Furthermore, Chuck Lager is offering happy hour specials all day on March 17 with live music.
Broken Shaker
Three days of drink specials will be offered at Broken Shaker, including its newly-opened lobby cafe. Between March 15 and 17, guests can grab $12 Irish Coffees to-go from the cafe, while Broken Shaker proper - which sees an early 7am opening on March 17 - will offer $7 Bushmills shots, $15 Irish Coco Espresso Martinis, and bee specials. DJ Tess will officially kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a 9pm set on March 15, and the music continues with a noon set from DJ Marks and 9pm DJ set from Audio Jack on March 16.
TAO Chicago
This year, TAO Chicago is hosting its inaugural St. Patty’s Daytime Party on Saturday, March 16 from 10am-6pm. A party across two floors; tickets include access to both restaurant and nightclub floors (GA starts at $10, first floor table for 6 guests starts at $350, second floor table for 8 guests starts at $500). The first 250 guests will receive a complimentary Jameson cocktail.
DJs performing include Diox, Do Not Disturb, Heavy, Jerzy, Lorenzo, Metro, and Nick Rockwell
Pippin's Tavern
On Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17, guests can partake in live entertainment all weekend featuring bagpipers, Celtic band The Larkin & Moran Brothers, and Irish Dueling Pianos. Pippin's will be serving up an endless amount of green beer as well as a special Irish menu featuring a traditional corned beef dinner, corned beef sandwich, Irish Dip sandwich, Bangers & Mash, shepherd’s pie, and more.
Chief O’Neill’s
Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant is hosting a slew of events for its 25th Anniversary Year and annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival. To make space for all the fun, Chief O’Neill’s has put up its heated tent in the 2,000 square foot garden.
Sunday, March 10
Pre-Paddy’s Day Bottomless Brunch with music and entertainment
10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Bottomless Brunch: Adults $32; Children under 6 are $23. Add on bottomless (Green) Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s or Margaritas. This brunch features a wide variety of tastes and treats, including Chief O’Neill’s white and milk chocolate fountains. Special dishes for March include: house-cured corned beef dinner on a skewer, house-cured corned beef tacos with a creamy horseradish mustard sauce, Irish Curry Chicken with rice, Corned Beef Hash. Reservations will be accepted in the Pub, Dining Room, and Tent. Book a reservation on Tock.
Saturday, March 16
$10 cover begins at noon; the event is 21+ only starting at 2 pm. Live entertainment and Irish food, are guaranteed at Chief O’Neill’s St Patrick’s Day Weekend Celebration.
Mrs. O’Neill’s Parlor Buffet
Available on March 16 & 17 starting at 11 am
Join Chief's for an hour-and-a-half sit-down Irish Favorites Buffet in Mrs. O’Neill’s Parlor.
Mrs. O’Neill’s Parlor features 9’ foot window openings with vistas of downtown Chicago’s skyline and the Avondale neighborhood. 21+ only. Reservations only accepted online. $45 charge included entry to first-floor entertainment Seating times: 11:00 AM / 12:45 PM / 1:15 PM / 2:30 PM 4:15 PM / 6:00 PM / 7:45 PM. Reservations available on Tock.
Sunday, March 17: St. Patrick’s Day
Chief O’Neill’s 25th St. Patrick’s Day!
9 a.m.- 2 p.m., No reservations, +21.
$10 cover charge starting at 10 a.m. Come to Chief O’Neill’s and watch the games on its big screen TVs this year in the heated tent. Chief O’Neill’s will also be serving classic Irish dishes ala carte on the first floor with a special twist. These dishes include Shepherd’s Pie, Fish & Chips, Irish Chicken Curry, Reuben Corned Beef Sandwich and more.
Stefani Prime
Stefani Prime is serving up a traditional Irish meal of corned beef and cabbage to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day weekend.
Bar Cargo
Bar Cargo is hosting a St. Paddy's Party with doors opening at 9 a.m. The non-ticketed event will include four drink specials and there is no cover at the door. The following drink specials will be available all day:
Broken English Taco Pub
Both locations of Broken English Taco Pub will open early and serve discounted drink specials on the weekend on St. Patrick’s Day. The Old Town location will open at 11 a.m. and the Loop location will open at 10 a.m., and both locations are serving up the following specially- priced drinks:
Vinny's Clam Bar
Vinny’s Clam Bar in Tinley Park gears up for a festive St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Saturday, March 16 and officially launch happy hour. Here are the Irish-Inspired specials they have lined up for Saturday, March 16:
Vinny’s happy hour also just launched. From Monday through Friday 4pm - 6pm, guests can order $2 shucked oysters & baked clams, $11 wood fired pizzas, and $8 you call it cocktails. Reservations are available on OpenTable.
Torali at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Torali at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is hosting an Irish Single Malt Dinner guided by a Bushmills’s brand ambassador on March 12 from 7-10 p.m. The meal will showcase Bushmills whiskey tastings and cocktails, which will be paired with a four-course dinner. Personalized bottle engravings available for onsite purchase or pre order.
Tickets are $200/person and can be purchased here on Tock. Festive St. Patty’s Day attire is encouraged!
Pre-Ordered bottles will be ready for dinner service. Bottles ordered at the dinner will be engraved in order. Engraving takes approximately 30 minutes per bottle.
Publican Quality Bread
This year, you can leave the Irish soda bread baking up to baker Greg Wade and the Publican Quality Bread team. Honoring the traditional Irish method, the team leavens the dough with baking soda instead of yeast, resulting in a crumbly texture that's flavored with caraway seeds and dried shallots.
Venteux
In addition to offering their usual brunch menu and bar offerings (featuring bottomless bubbles, mimosas, and Bloody Marys galore!), Executive Chef Marcel Heiduk is going all in with a handful of specials available just for the weekend. Dig into the Venteux Burger topped with melted Gruyere cheese, or a meaty Corned Beef Sandwich on rye, served with whole ground mustard, pickled cucumbers, and crispy fries. Festive drink specials include a Lucky Latte made with white mocha mint syrup from the cafe, and from the bar, two Jameson Orange cocktails: the Irish Gold Fashion, garnished with an orange swath and edible gold, or the Lucky Spritz, crafted with pineapple juice and sparkling wine.
Bar Pendry
Bar Pendry is offering a contemporary twist on traditional Irish fare with a special available just for the weekend — a corned beef sandwich, piled high on toasted pumpernickel with tangy Patty’s sauce and pickled bean sprouts, served with a side of crispy fries. Raise a glass to the holiday with a special Irish whiskey flight featuring 3-ounce pours of Jameson IPA Edition, Yellow Spot and Proper 12, or if that’s not your taste, try their specialty cocktail: the Shamrock Shore, a nod to the green milkshake, crafted with Belvedere vodka, Crème de Menthe and Bailey’s Irish cream.
The Publican
The Publican is rolling out the green carpet with special offerings exclusively available during brunch all weekend long. European-style beer hall options such as corned beef hash and Shepherd’s pie — oysters ordered during brunch will be available for only $2-a-shuck. Or celebrate with a shot of Tullamore Dew Irish whiskey and a classic stout.
Publican Quality Meat
Head-Chef Butcher Rob Levitt and his team are brining savory corned beef in-house to be hand-sliced and piled high on fresh rye from Publican Quality Bread with a dollop of tangy housemade mustard. Priced at $17, this hearty sandwich will be available St. Patrick's Day weekend, Friday - Sunday from 11 am to 7 pm for dine-in or to-go via Toast.
Chicago Electric Boat Company
Hop aboard one of Chicago Electric Boat Company’s new heated 22-foot Luxury Duffy Boats, which are fully enclosed with personal space heaters, and a BYOB cruise down green water. Each boat can fit up to 12 people and is complete with a Bluetooth sound speaker and coolers of ice to keep your choice of Irish food and booze chilled for the whole voyage. Plus for St. Patrick’s Day only, boats with up to six passengers will be provided an expert captain from Chicago Electric Boat Company’s team, so everyone in your crew can just sit back for the ride. Those with over six passengers must supply their own captain, with a contact list provided. Rides can be reserved from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with limited boats available.
Email rentme@chicagoelectricboats.com to book.
Gordon Ramsay Burger
The Gordon Ramsay Burger Lucky Shake is a custard base, topped with whipped cream, sprinkles and finished with a white chocolate rainbow. The shake will be available March 1-31 for $10.
Flight Club Chicago
Flight Club Chicago will offer two St. Patty's Day specials on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17:
AceBounce Chicago
Both dishes are available on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17.
Virgin Hotels Chicago
On St. Patrick’s Day, offers unobstructed views of the river dyeing, live entertainment across multiple floors, and more.
Start your holiday with your very own Irish Coffee from the hotel’s ground floor coffee shop, Two Zero Three, or classic Irish fare from Miss Ricky’s, the hotel’s signature restaurant. From classic Reuben sandwiches to beer battered fish and chips, the culinary team has crafted a menu that pays homage to the Emerald Isle.
Mercadito
The team at Mercadito has created two exclusive items for the holiday including a margarita with Jameson, Grand Marnier, lemon and agave on special for $11, and a green chorizo taco served over a corn tortilla, salsa cruda, potato purée garnished with pickled red onions.
Lemon
The bar crew at Lemon have crafted a menu of St Paddy's Day cocktails, all made with Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey, to be offered from Thursday, March 14 through Saturday, March 16.
Medi Kitchen & Cocktail
Medi Kitchen & Cocktail is going to have a special cocktail menu for St Pat's Day that includes:
Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar
Heritage will have a corn beef dinner (and sliders) on March 17 in addition to a full takeout package.
Delightful Pastries
Delightful Pastries will offer a sweet and savory selection of housemade cookies, pastries, quiche, and more. The St. Patrick’s Day menu includes:
Shamrock Iced Cookies
Pistachio Shortbread
Jameson Whiskey and Chocolate Custard Paczki
Blueberry and Chocolate Scones
Irish Barmbrack with Jameson Whiskey
Lime Mousse and Lemon Curd Gateau
Smoked Cheddar, Potato and Garlic Quiche
Corned Beef and Sauerkraut Croissants
elephant+vine
elephant+vine, with locations in Lincoln Park and Evanston, will offer the Mint Madness Shake during the entire month of March in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. The dairy-free mint milkshake is topped with whipped cream and green sugar sprinkles.
Fatpour Tap Works
For the annual parade on Saturday, March 16, Fatpour Tap Works in Wicker Park (2005 W. Division St.) will host “Pour Some Paddy on Me,” a two-story celebration from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets start at $35 and include general admission, an Irish drink and appetizer package, party antics, music, and more.
Gene & Georgetti
This year, specials include Corned Beef & Cabbage, served old-school with boiled Yukon gold potatoes and cabbage and The Reuben, with corned beef, sauerkraut, melty swiss, and thousand island dressing, served with french fries. Festive cocktails include the Irish Mule with Jameson Irish Whiskey, ginger beer and fresh lime, Shamrock’d Martini with G&G signature vodka, Baileys and creme de menthe, and other classics like Irish coffee and Guinness.
Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago
The Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago's celebration will kick off on March 13th and continue through March 17th. With nine sessions spread across five days, the brewery will offer an indoor-outdoor celebration including a tap list with both locally brewed beers and Dublin-brewed favorites, a menu full of St. Patrick’s Day fare, live entertainment, and a fully stocked retail shop with St. Patrick’s Week merchandise that can only be found at the Open Gate Brewery. The week will include a proper Chicago Block Party on Saturday, March 16 through Sunday, March 17.
Options will include limited-edition St. Patrick’s Week Beers including a Clover Honey Ale, an Irish Breakfast Tea Amber Ale, an Irish Coffee-Inspired Beer and Dublin classics like Harp Lager, Smithwick’s Irish Red Ale and the iconic Guinness Draught Stout.
The events will also feature Personalize Your Pint, offering the chance to feature your own selfie on top of a pint of Guinness Draught Stout and Perfect Pint Academy, in which guests learn the six-step process to pour their own pint at the Home of Guinness in Chicago.
In addition, Guinness Open Gate Brewery will make a $30,000 donation to the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Arbella
On Saturday, March 16th, Arbella's bar will be open from 11am to 3am. However, the kitchen will close at 10:30pm. They will offer the following specials for party-goers to enjoy:
BEER + SHOT COMBO
DRINK SPECIALS
FOOD SPECIALS (limited)
Nettare
Nettare will host a 'Pub Nettare' pop up alongside its regular menu. The team will serve Curry Chips, Fish and Chips, a Beef Cheek & Cabbage sandwich, Potato & Leek Soup, Irish Coffee and an ‘Irish American’ Boilermaker with an Irish Style Nitro Stout & a shot of Irish Whiskey. These specials will be available during the day (opens at 11am) on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17.
Pilot Project Brewing
Pilot Project Brewing will offer $5 pours all day on Sunday, March 17.
Alamo Drafthouse Chicago
Guests can sip on a Boozy Shamrock Shake (Crème de Menthe, Crème de Cacao, Vanilla Ice Cream, Whipped Cream) for $15. The shake will be available March 10-17 for dine in for movie-goers or at the bar for the public.
Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Whether you’re looking to cure your St. Patrick’s Day hangover or for a way to celebrate the holiday, Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Lakeview is offering a savory and sweet Irish-inspired menu for Afternoon Tea featuring flavors from Chef Katsuji Tanabe! Reserve you spot on their website. Seatings are available at 11am, 1:30pm and 4pm. $105 per person. Includes gratuity. The menu will include: Irish Soda Bread, Blueberry Scone, Oyster Rockefeller with Jameson Whisky, Clams Casino with Guinness cream, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with Atomic Horseradish, Calabrian Chile Cured Salmon Sandwich, Spicy Tuna Sandwich, Corned Beef and Cabbage Lumpia, Shamrock Macarons, Fudge Guinness Cupcake....and more!
Barrio and Bodega
Starting at 10 a.m. on March 16, Barrio will be serving green bottomless mimosas. For an exclusive experience, patrons can head to Bodega from 9 am to 12 pm, where they can purchase a ticket or reserve a table for an open bar, live DJ, passed appetizers, and more. Guests can experience a festive atmosphere with green decor and swag as they enjoy mimosas, well cocktails, and bar bites. Table packages are available for both 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. time slots, making it the perfect spot to gather your crew and celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
Sweetwater Tavern and Grille
On March 16 (8am-10am), head down to Sweetwater Grille for their annual Kegs N’ Eggs event, steps away from the parade on Michigan Avenue. Tickets are just $25+ fees, but space is limited, so don’t wait to secure your spot.
Menu includes:
$6 Drink Specials: Green beer (Miller Lite), Guinness, Bloody Marys and Mimosas
Breakfast Buffet: A spread fit for the Irish (included with ticket price)
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila
Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, with locations in Chicago’s West Loop (912 W Randolph St) and River North (407 N Clark St), is set to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive twist on Irish whiskey, offering a weekend filled with specials and DJ sets. On March 16 and 17, both locations will feature $6 green beer, $7 green tea and tequila shots, and $8 green margaritas. The West Loop venue will host DJ sets from open to close. Patrons can enjoy an array of specials, such as $7 Teelings, $7 Patron shots, and the signature $8 green margaritas. Hours of operation for the celebration are extended in the West Loop location from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. on March 16, and normal hours on March 17. The River North location will open early at 7 a.m. on March 16, continuing until 3 a.m., with normal hours resuming on March 17.
City Works Eatery & Pour House
City Works Eatery & Pour House is offering limited holiday specials, including the Shepherd's Pie Flatbread, Corned Beef Hash and Irish Mac N’ Cheese.
Additionally, City Works’ drink specials for the holiday include:
These specials are only available March 13-17. Guests can tag City Works in their green gear on 3/17 for a chance to win a $100 gift card.
Bandit
St. Patty's Day celebrators can buy tickets and head to Bandit on Two (Bandit's second floor) on Saturday, March 16. From 9am-12pm, ticketholders will be offered:
There will also be tables available from 1-4pm. All tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Old Town Pour House
Old Town Pour House is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day March 13 -17 with a specially curated menu features twists on Irish dishes and drinks, including:
Hampton Social
Hampton Social will offer a festively green Frosé, made with Tito’s handmade vodka, rosé wine and peach purée.
The Godfrey
The Godfrey rooftop will offer beer, mimosas, bloody marys & a breakfast buffet. Party goes from 8am-12pm, tickets start at $75+ fees and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
LondonHouse Chicago
Guest will be offered an open bar from 8am-12pm. Unlimited green beer, cocktails, breakfast bites, DJs and more. Guests will also be given complimentary St. Patrick’s Day swag. Prices start at $200 and are available on Tock.
Hard Rock Chicago
On Saturday, March 16 from 10am-8pm, guests can head to Hard Rock Chicago for their 16th Annual Get Sham-ROCKED party. Live Music by The Hat Guys & The Shannon Rovers, Green Beer, Lucky Charm Treats, Grill-Out, and More! $5 Suggested Donation to My Block, My Hood, My City.
Untitled Supper Club
In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day and the heritage of Irish Whiskey, the March installment of Untitled's Whiskey Wisdom coursed, whiskey paired dinner features the world’s oldest licensed distillery, Bushmills.
The ticket ($95) includes a five-course dinner from Untitled's kitchen paired with three straight pours of Bushmills Single Malt Irish expressions including the ruby port pipe oak cask aged Bushmills 25 Year ($900+), as well as two complimentary Bushmills cocktails crafted by Untitled's mixologists. Untitled’s Beverage Manager Alec Pignotti as well as ambassadors from Bushmills will be on-hand to discuss the making of these spirits.
Rosebud
At the Rosebud Randolph location, elevate your St. Patrick's Day celebrations with rooftop specials. Enjoy $7 food specials featuring favorites like Reuben Sandwiches, Cheeseburger Sliders, Corned Beef Sliders, and of course, Meatball Sliders! Wash it all down with themed drink specials, including $10 Green Daiquiris, $17 Irish Goodbyes, $7 Fireball shots, and selected wines.
LG's Bar & Kitchen
In the spirit of St. Patrick's Day, LG’s Bar & Kitchen kicks off a two-week celebration filled with specials and events.
March 1 - March 17: Dinner Specials: Indulge in an array of Irish-inspired dishes available for dinner throughout the celebration:
Corned Beef Hot Pocket
Corned Beef Hush Puppies
Shepherd's Pie
Potato & Leek Soup
Friday, March 15: Kick-off Party: Join LG’s Bar & Kitchen at their St. Patrick’s Day kickoff party
Special dinner specials from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Live DJ starting at 9:00 PM
Green Beer to get the festivities started
Saturday, March 16: Parade Day: St. Patrick's Day Parade Day festivities with a ticketed event at LG’s Bar & Kitchen. Get your tickets on Eventbrite:
General Admission Ticket ($33.33): Includes three drink tickets featuring Tito's, Jameson, domestic bottles, Guinness drafts, green beer, mimosa, and well-mixed drinks.
GA Ticket + Food Buffet ($45): Enjoy the General Admission perks plus access to the food buffet.
Food Buffet: Available from 9:00 AM to noon.
Sunday, March 17: St. Patrick's Day (Hair of the Dog Brunch): Continue the celebration with Irish-themed brunch items:
Hot Pocket (Corned Beef and Breakfast - Irish sausage and bacon)
Corned Beef Hush Puppies
Irish Whiskey Cinnamon Roll
Irish Breakfast Skillet
Corned Beef & Cabbage
After 2:00 pm for lunch and dinner, Irish-themed dinner specials include:
Corned beef hot pocket
Corned beef hush puppies
Shepherd's Pie
Potato & Leek soup
Fora
Green beer and mimosas will be available with St. Patrick’s Day dishes like the Corned Beef Hash Skillet or the Guinness Battered Cod made with fresh lemon, tartar sauce and served with potato wedges. Fora will also offer Irish Whiskey tastings in their four season patio.
Michael Jordan’s Steak House
Michael Jordan’s Steak House is celebrating St. Patricks Day with green themed specials including a Lucky-Tini and the classic Green Pint. A Reuben Sandwich made with sauerkraut and MJ’s Secret Dressing available from March 15th to the 17th.
Adorn Bar & Restaurant
A St. Patrick’s Day brunch will be offered while kids partake in a Leprechaun scavenger hunt and holiday classics such as the Irish Breakfast and Potato Pancakes with smoked salmon.
The Dearborn
From March 14 through 17, The Dearborn is partnering with Teeling Irish Whiskey and introducing a specialty Irish-themed cocktail, as well as partnering with Guinness and offering swag, a specialty “face in pint” beer painting and more giveaways. Traditional St. Patrick’s Day dishes from Executive Chef Aaron Cuschieri such as corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, corned beef reuben and more. Reservations are available on Tock.
Hannah’s Bretzel
Hannah's Bretzel offers on-the-go St. Paddy's Day themed sandwich this March. Introducing 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.
Stan’s Donuts & Coffee
From March 6 through 17th, Stan’s is welcoming back past options for a limited-time-only. With four donut varieties including the Emerald Chocolate Dipped, Shamrock Sprinkled, Irish Cream Bismark and Cookies & Cream Mint Donut made with OREO.
Raised, an Urban Rooftop Bar
In addition to menu and cocktail specials, Raised will be hosting a River Dyeing Celebration on March 16 from 8:30-11:30 AM, with two and three-hour packages available. Rooftop views with green beer, mimosas, Bloody Marys and signature cocktails. Packages also include a buffet featuring Irish-inspired breakfast and lunch items – with a Raised twist. The celebration continues with live music from DJ Tyler Gordon and bagpiper Dave Johnston.
St. Patrick’s Day specials include:
Luck of the Irish Sliders | Corned beef brisket, cabbage slaw, Bouillon Worcestershire sauce
Oilibhéar Cod | Beer-battered cod, wild garlic aioli, frites
Banger Skewer | Irish pork sausage, confit potatoes, caramelized onion glaze
Irish Wristwatch Cocktail | Fernet Branca Menta, Glendalough Poitin, China China, lime juice, simple syrup
Top of the Morning Mule | Tullamore D.E.W., Lagoon Bay aperitif, malic acid, Peach Reàl, ginger beer
Cup O’Brien Cocktail | Five Farms Irish Cream, Averna Amaro, demerara syrup, coffee
Green Beer | Miller Lite draft
Staytion Market & Bar
Staytion will be serving three special St. Patrick’s Day menus:
Top of the Morn’in Bites
CBEC | Shaved corned beef, broken egg, Kerrygold cheddar, buttered rye
Corned Beef Hash | Crispy potatoes, caramelized onions & peppers, eggs your way, dill hollandaise
Bangers Sando | Kerrygold cheddar, eggs, hash browns, horseradish aioli, English muffin
Kiss Me I’m Hungry
Corned Beef Melt | Shaved corned beef, sauerkraut, Kerrygold cheddar, dill aioli, marble rye
Totchos | Tater tots topped with Jameson cheese sauce, jalapeño aioli, pico de gallo
The Classic | Corned beef, steamed cabbage, crispy dill potatoes, horseradish cream, buttered rye
Sláinte (Drink Specials)
Green Machine Cocktail | Svedka Clementine Vodka, crème de violette, OJ, ginger beer
They Love Me Not Cocktail | Rhine Hall Cherry Brandy, Greenbar Poppy Amaro, Licor 43, lemon, honey syrup
Green beer, green mimosas, Jameson Irish coffee, Guinness draft and more!
Three Dots & a Dash
Three Dots & A Dash is launching an Irish twist on a tropical cocktail. Introducing a holiday riff on the cocktail, the Jameson Mai Tai made with Jameson Irish Whiskey, lime juice, almond orgeat made daily in-house by the Three Dots team and dry curacao. The Jameson Mai Tai will be available at Three Dots & A Dash this St. Patrick’s Day weekend, March 16-17.
Wake 'N Bacon
Wake ‘n Bacon in East Lakeview will offer themed cocktails including the Pot of Gold with Ketel One Peach and Orange Blossom, orange juice, Calamansi Sour Mix, and peach syrup, and the Shamrock Sparkler with Tito's Vodka, lemon juice, kiwi syrup, Kinky Green Liqueur, and Choya Sparkling Ume.
Guests can pair their cocktails with brunch served from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Options include the Bacon Flight with three flavors in-house cured and smoked bacon including Maple Peppercorn, Tocino and Tajin, Berry Bliss Crepes filled with vanilla lemon cream cheese and house-made berry jam topped with fresh berries, granola and a sprinkle of powdered sugar, and the Adobo Philly Dip, a Filipino Adobo chicken Philly sandwich with sauteed peppers, caramelized onions, and provolone cheese on a toasted roll served with a side of Adobo au jus.
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap
The Rambler Kitchen + Tap in North Center will open early at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 16. 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, sausage, potato, french toast, 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 chicken tenders, mac and cheese, nachos, quesadillas, and tater tots along with mimosas, green draft beer and house liquor. Both packages include complimentary St. Patrick’s Day swag.
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 along with $8 Irish Mules. The bar will be decked out in festive decor and open until 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 16, and 4 a.m. on Sunday, March 17. Revelers can head to The Owl for the afterparty and take part in one of the bar’s late night dance parties.
The Graystone Tavern
The Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville will host a St. Patrick’s Day Pajama Party on Sunday, March 17 at 11 a.m. The party will feature a $30 drink package available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m that includes Guinness, Proper 12 Cold Brew, Mimosas, and Bloody Marys. Party-goers can pair their drinks with bottomless pancakes available for $10.
Guests can partake in the festivities in Graystone’s winterized, heated beer garden. The space features string lights overhead, seven TVs, and games like bags, giant Jenga and giant Connect 4.
Sweet Mandy B's
Sweet Mandy B’s, the old fashioned bakeshop in Lincoln Park and Streeterville, will offer St. Patrick’s Day-themed treats available from Wednesday, March 13 through Sunday, March 17. To bring to parties or even to treat friends and family, there will be Lucky Charms Rice Krispies, Shamrock Cupcakes, Shamrock Cut-Out Cookies, Pot of Gold Cupcakes and a specialty Luck of the Irish Cupcake with chocolate Guinness cake and Bailey’s buttercream.
Remedy
In recognition of the legend associated with St. Patrick, who stood atop an Irish hillside and banished the snakes from Ireland, Remedy will offer a “Day O’ The Snakes” special available all weekend featuring $6 Snake Bites. St. Patrick’s Day party-goers can choose drinks and vibes at Remedy until 5 a.m. Saturday and 4 a.m. on Sunday.
Estelle's
Estelle's will keep the St. Patrick’s Day party going until 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 16 and 4 a.m. on Sunday, March 17 with a drink combo featuring Guinness with a shot of Jameson for $12. Party-goers who arrive early can choose Estelle’s half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on both days.
Easy Bar
To celebrate Paddy’s Day weekend, on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17, Easy Bar will open at 4 p.m. for a half-price happy hour until 6 p.m. Themed specials available all weekend will include $8 Guinness and non-alcoholic Guinness along with $7 Jameson shots.
Cody's Public House
Revelers headed to the St. Patrick’s Day parade in downtown Chicago can pregame at Cody’s Public House in West Lakeview on Saturday, March 16 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.
Central Park Bar
Irish drink specials will be available at Avondale's Central Park Bar. From Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17, specials will include a $9.50 Guinness and Jameson shot combo along with $6 Jameson shots.
aliveOne
On Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17, St. Patrick’s Day party-goers can head to aliveOne, in Lincoln Park, for specials like $6 green beer, $12 Irish Slammers, half-price happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. along with a DJ beginning at 8:30 p.m.
Taureaux Tavern
Taureaux Tavern offers their “Patty Daddy” cocktail ($15) and Corned Beef Sandwich ($22). The cocktail consists of mezcal, maraschino cherry and melon, while the sandwich features marble rye bread piled high with corned beef, sauerkraut and 1000 island sauce.
Mordecai
To celebrate St. Patrick's Day, Mordecai is serving up a special vintage cocktail in honor of Irish-American baseball player, Mike Kelly - the "King of Ballplayers". The 10k Kelly ($25) features Irish whiskey, bourbon, 1960s Irish mist, and 1970s amaro and will be available from March 10th - 17th.
Frontier
ST. PATRICK’S DAY BRUNCH
From 11:00 am - 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 16, Frontier will be hosting St. Patrick’s Day Brunch. Offerings include mimosas and domestic drafts plus one brunch item for $39 per person – brunch options ranging from skillets to burgers, among other wild-game offerings.
HAIR OF THE DOG ST. PADDY’S DAY BRUNCH
On Sunday, March 17 starting at 12:00 pm, Frontier will be offering $8 Wheatley Vodka Bloody Marys, $8 Bushmills Irish Coffee, $6 Bushmill shots, $15 bottles of bubbly & OJ, $15 bottle of rosé, $6 Jameson canned cocktails, $8 Jameson Irish Mules, $6 Jameson shots, and $25 select craft beer pitchers.
Lottie's Pub
POT OF GOLD TRIVIA
On Monday, March 11 at 7:00 pm for Pot of Gold Trivia. Offerings include $7 Angry Orchard Black, $6 Angry Orchard Cider, $6 Twisted Tea, $6 Tully, and $10 Corned Beef Reuben. St. Paddy’s Day themed questions and prizes from Sam Adams and Tullamore Dew.
LET’S GET RIPPLED!
Get a personalized pint with the Guinness ripple machine on Tuesday, March 12 at 6:00 pm. Offerings include $6 Green Beer Mugs, $6 Proper No. Twelve Apple, $6 Lone River Ranch Water, $6 Guinness, $6 Guinness Zero, $10 Corned Beef Reuben, and $10 Car Bombs. Guinness and Proper No. Twelve Apple samplings and giveaways will also be happening on-site.
GUINNESS GEAR GIVEAWAY
On Thursday, March 14 at 6:00 pm Lottie’s Guinness Gear Giveaway. Offerings include $6 Green Beer Mugs, $6 Tullamore Dew, $6 Tulley Honey, $6 Lone River Ranch Water, $6 Guinness Zero, $6 Guinness, $10 Corned Beef Reuben, and $10 Car Bombs. Guinness and Tullamore Dew samplings will also be happening on-site.
ST. PADDY’S DAY BRUNCH PACKAGE
From 9:00 am - 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 16, Lottie’s Pub will be hosting a St. Paddy’s Day Brunch Package for an early bird $40 per person. Offerings include eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, hash browns, chicken tenders, tots, green beer, mimosas, and free St. Patrick’s Day gear.
ST PADDY’S DAY HAPPY HOUR
LM Restaurant Group
Land & Lake Kitchen, located across from the Chicago River on the ground floor of the LondonHouse Hotel, will be serving a Corned Beef Sandwich. This sandwich features thinly shaved corned beef, sauerkraut relish, thousand island dressing, house-made dill pickles, Swiss cheese, and killer house-cut fries for $17.
Their Bistro concepts, named after their respective neighborhoods, Grant Park Bistro and River North Bistro, will feature the classic Irish dish of Bangers & Mash. This dish includes Irish Bangers served with Yukon gold mash, leek and cabbage colcannon, and onion gravy, all for $22.
The restaurants will also be serving up festive sips for the weekend bash, including Irish Coffee, Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey shots, and green pints of Michelob Ultra at all spots. All offerings will be available March 15-17.
Kirkwood
Tickets for Kirkwood's SPD party start at $35 and include four call drink tickets, scrambled eggs, hash tots and bacon, and a build-your-own corned beef sandwich. Purchase Tickets for the Kirkwood St. Patty’s Day Party and additional ticket options online.
Brickhouse
Purchase tickets for the Brickhouse St. Patty’s Day Party online for a call drink package plus an Irish breakfast buffet from 9am to 12pm.
Highline
Located one block from the Chicago River, Highline is hosting a SPD brunch. Tickets, which can be purchased online include four drinks (choice of call spirits, domestic beer, bloody mary, mimosas, wine and hard seltzers), an Irish breakfast buffet and a special appearance from the Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band.
Ranalli's West Loop
In the West Loop from 10am to 1pm for a SPD brunch buffet. Tickets start at $40 and include four drink tickets in addition to the buffet. Purchase Tickets for the Ranalli’s St. Patty’s Day Party online.
Ranalli's Lincoln Park
From 8am to 11am on March 16th, Ranalli's in Lincoln Park will offer a brunch buffet. Tickets start at $40 and include the buffet plus four drink tickets. Purchase Tickets for the Ranalli’s St. Patty’s Day Party online.
Gaslight
At the Lincoln Park bar from 9am to 12pm on March 16th for their SPD Party. Tickets start at $35 and include an Irish-style brunch buffet and two drink tickets, plus appearances by Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band + DJ. Purchase Tickets for the Gaslight St. Patty’s Day Party online.
Benchmark
On Saturday, March 16th from 9am to 12pm, Benchmark will host their SPD Party. Tickets include four drink tickets, a scrambled egg station, tater tot buffet and a corned beef sandwich station. Purchase Tickets for the Benchmark St. Patty’s Day Party online.
The Langham, Chicago
ravelle offers sweeping views of the Chicago River on the second floor of The Langham. Guests can reserve a seat or table in the window-framed bar + lounge and choose a brunch experience from Executive Chef Damion Henry.
The menu will feature Irish breakfast items including a Classic Shepherd's Pie with Colorado Lamb, Corn Beef and Cabbage Hash, and Baked Egg Shakshuka. Additional menu offerings include a selection of French pastries, items from the Langham’s signature breakfast such as a Poached Egg Benedict with Canadian Bacon and Green Goddess Hollandaise, and a seafood display featuring seasonal oysters and chilled jumbo shrimp.
Pre-paid reservations can be made via Tock ($150 per person).
Additonally, The Langham’s Ice Cream Social pop-up located on the hotel’s outdoor plaza. Alongside the Chicago River, the pop-up is reopening for just one day (Saturday, March 16) in celebration of the holiday. Parade-goers can visit the plaza to select homemade, limited-edition St. Patrick’s Day artisan gelato flavors.
The specialty gelato flavors include Bailey’s Irish Cream, Lucky Charm, Double Chocolate Obsession and Madagascar Vanilla. Guests can customize their treats by swirling the flavors together or adding toppings such as a green cotton candy cloud, rainbow sprinkles, lucky charms crunch, and more. The Ice Cream Social menu will also feature a Valentino Hot Chocolate served with toasted marshmallow and whipped cream.
The Langham, Chicago Ice Cream Social will be open on 3/16/24 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Royal Sonesta Downtown Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown offers a vantage point of the Chicago Green River Dyeing, perched 39 stories high in the sky. Guests will see views of both the State Street and Michigan Avenue sides of the river, while they visit the Penthouse lounge, or on the outdoor terrace (equipped with space heaters), and with party favors, DJs, and more.
A breakfast buffet featuring a selection of dishes complemented by an open bar offering spirits, wine, green beer, and an array of Irish-inspired craft cocktails. Options from the menu include Irish Stout Sausage Gravy, Green Eggs and Ham, Corned Beef Hash, O’Brien Potatoes, Bailey’s Irish Cream French Toast, and more.
Tickets are available on Eventbrite and cost $130 for adults and $75 for kids 8 years old and under.
Hoyt's
Green beer will be flowing at Hoyt's Chicago during the ground-level river dyeing celebrations, with music, Irish-inspired dishes, cocktails, and more. Along the river's edge, a full bar and bites will be offered. Specialty drinks, jello shots, cans of Guinness Beer, and green beer will be available. Irish-inspired options such as corned beef sandwiches and Irish nachos will also be offered. The festivities kick off with DJs starting at 8 am. Entry is free but you can reserve your spot on Eventbrite.
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