By Leigh Chamberlain By Leigh Chamberlain | March 4, 2024 | Food & Drink, Feature, Events,
Feeling lucky? Here is a list of the best ways to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in Boston.
Oak Long Bar + Kitchen
When choosing where to test your luck this Saint Patrick’s Day, try one of the oldest bars in Boston. Oak Long Bar + Kitchen in the Fairmont Copley Plaza is serving corned beef and roasted cabbage, lamb and Guinness pie and Irish milk punch all weekend long, in addition to their classic all-day menu. 138 St. James Ave, oaklongbarkitchen.com
The Banks Fish House
The Irish are getting nautical at the Banks Fish House. On Sunday, March 17, enjoy their special Oyster Reuben, perfected with fried oysters, corned beef, fried egg and sauerkraut. Pair this with any of their Guinness offerings. 406 Stuart St., thebanksboston.com
Buttermilk & Bourbon
Green eggs and ham? How about an entire green brunch by chef Jason Santos. The a la carte menu will boast clover-hued food and specialty cocktails made with the southern influences that are known and loved by Buttermilk and & Bourbon regulars. Multiple locations, buttermilkbourbongroup.com
The Dubliner
Toast with the best pint of Guinness in Boston at The Dubliner. This Irish bar and restaurant takes Saint Patrick’s Day seriously, which is why the festivities stretch beyond March 17. Enjoy a dinner prepared by Michelin star chef JP MacMahon on March 8. The early bird gets the worm on Saint Patrick’s Day as the celebratory menu gets served as the doors open, followed by live music from One for the Road, Jinty McGrath and more. 2 Center Plaza, thedublinerboston.com
Grill 23 & Bar
Cheers to St. Patrick with Grill 23 & Bar’s Belfast Mule in hand. This specialty drink made with Tullamore Dew Irish whiskey, amaro nonino, Fever Tree ginger beer, angostura and lime is perfectly festive. Pair this with any entree from the a la carte menu, and you will be happy-go-lucky all day long. 161 Berkeley St., grill23.com
CLINK at the Liberty Hotel
CLINK your Irish spirits together when you celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day at the Liberty Hotel on March 14. A tasty four-course dinner will ensure your festivities last all day: Think braised short rib or beef Irish stew with local root vegetables and Roquefort pudding, served with a pint of Guinness. 215 Charles St., clinkboston.com
Saint Patrick’s Day 5K Road Race
Not all Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations are about corned beef and beer. Break a sweat this year with a 5k race. During the 3.1 mile-long race, participants will also raise money for the South Boston Boys & Girls Club—the club helps young Bostonians find their passions and purpose. 230 W Sixth St., bgcb.org
Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
Home to many Irish Americans, it’s no surprise Southie becomes a sea of green and celebration every Saint Patrick’s Day. Join in the shenanigans of this century-old tradition as the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade unfolds on March 17 with brass marching bands, bagpipes, dancers, elaborate floats, dazzling costumes, military units and more. After nearly 1 million spectators watch the parade wrap up in Andrew Square, attendees can raise a pint at nearby eateries like Lincoln Tavern. Southbostonparade.org
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