St. Patrick's Day in Chicago 2011

by Kimberly Peiffer - Citysearch Contributor - 52 Reviews - 84 Lists
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From the archives: February 23, 2011

St. Patrick's Day in Chicago is nothing short of a total party. Let's start with the fact that the city colors the river green. Irish bars offer specials (of course!), but other restaurants and bars all over town get into the spirit, too. Here is our list of places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Chicago. (Photo courtesy of Pub Club)

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Restaurants and Bars for St. Patrick's Day in Chicago

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Cullen's Bar & Grill
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    3741 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60613 (map)

    This upscale watering hole is known for a polite (and mostly Irish) staff that serves pub fare with cloth napkins in a wood-accented setting. Booths line the wall opposite the bar, with a few tables at the front by the windows. Irish specialties--both cocktails and grub--keep avid pub-goers coming back again and again.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Celtic Crossings
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    751 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    This popular River North pub owned by three Irish-born gents touts a large selection of Irish tap beers and a no-frills, drinking atmosphere. Irish bands are frequently booked on weekends--and always on St. Patrick's Day. Expect long lines and many green-clad patrons at this pub during the holiday and weekend.

  3. 3 3.5 Star Rating: Average The Kerryman
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    661 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654 (map)

    Irish cheese macaroni and shepard’s pie are among the favorites at this upscale pub, and everything from the fare to the décor is Irish all the way. The bar owners even had an Irish architecture firm design the rich-looking interior, which includes slinky leather booths and granite bar tops. Come St. Patty’s Day, the pub is the setting for a non-stop party, with drinks and a traditional Irish breakfast.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Mystic Celt
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    3343 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657 (map)

    Mystic Kelt's popular Lakeview location welcomes crowds of bar hounds from the north and south meeting smack dab in the middle. The traditional Irish watering hole has candle-lit tables and lively music.

  5. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
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    401 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    Trump Hotel is adding a classy angle to the holiday festivities by re-introducing its St. Patrick's Day sky boxes, located on the hotel's 17th Floor--all the better for guests to wee the green Chicago River and Columbus Drive parade. Traditional, gourmet Irish fare is offered.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Tavern on Rush
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    1031 North Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)

    In honor of St. Patrick's Day, Tavern on Rush is offering a special menu of Irish fare, March 12-March 17. Order up corned beef sandwiches and Guinness beer-battered fish and chips.

  7. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended Cityscape Bar
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    350 West Mart Plaza Center Dr 15th Flr, Chicago, IL 60654 (map)

    On Saturday, March 12, guests can watch the river turn green from a perch inside Cityscape Bar. After the Chicago St. Patrick's Day parade, watch an Irish dance performance by the Sheila Tully Dancers while sipping special St. Patrick's Day cocktails and Guinness drafts all day. The bar will also be offering complimentary appetizers, including mini corned beef sandwiches, Guinness BBQ wings and vegetable crudités.

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