February is quickly coming to a close, which can only mean one thing. The holiday when you and your shams can get bollixed off of a bit of the black stuff and make a wee bit of a fool o’ yourself all under the guise of being Irish is just around the corner. You guessed it, St. Patrick’s Day!
This year, instead of going to the same old pub, why not try something new? Below is a roundup of the best bars/restaurants to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day:
The Ginger Man
Grab your shamrock bowler hat, your favorite green garb and head to The Ginger Man this St. Patrick’s Day. Located on Greenwich Ave., this popular watering hole is pulling out all the stops with a live band, an Irish-inspired menu and, of course, plenty of Irish beer. With 52 draft beers and over 80 bottled items, you can rest assured that the drinks will be flowing and a good time will be had by all. Be sure to get there early to get a front row seat to the St Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday, March 22nd. The Ginger Man: 64 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich, (203) 861-6400
Sundown Saloon
There’s no better place to watch the St Patrick’s Day Parade than at the Sundown Saloon, which has big plans for the holiday. Favorite Irish fare, including corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie and reuben sandwiches, is on the menu along with green beer and mixed drinks. Located on Greenwich Ave., the Sundown Saloon is the perfect place to hang with friends and enjoy a wide variety of yummy food and drinks. Sundown Saloon: 403 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich, (203) 629-8212
Mackenzies Grill Room
Delicious Celtic feast. Check. Traditional bagpipers. Check. Great company. Check. Mackenzies Grill Room, located on South Beach Ave. in Old Greenwich, is the go-to place to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day. Enjoy an authentic Celtic feast and sip on some tasty Irish beer while listening to the sounds of bagpipers. The local eatery is starting the festivities early this year. The Friday before St. Patrick’s Day, Mackenzies Grill Room will have an Irish live band perform during happy hour. Mackenzies Grill Room: 148 Sound Beach Ave, Old Greenwich, (203) 698-0223
Little Pub
If you’re searching for a lively pub atmosphere to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day then look no further than Little Pub, located in the heart of Cos Cob. Munch on some of Little Pub’s favorites, such as the turkey shepherd’s pie and the fish ‘n chips, while sipping on a delicious Guinness stout. Not a Guinness fan? Awesome beer specials, great food and great times—that’s what Little Pub is all about. Little Pub: 531 E Putnam Ave, Cos Cob, (203) 717-1147
Celebrate the Feast of St. Patrick like a true Irish this year. Tell us, where do you like to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day?