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St. Patrick's Day Dining CHICAGO

Go green this March 17 in this Midwest metropolis with a large population of Irish immigrants. Consult our Chicago St. Patrick's Day dining guide to find the best restaurants, bars, and pubs where revelers can chow down on traditional Irish fare like corned beef hash, bangers and mash, and cabbage stew—and maybe have a pint or two!

Abbey Pub Irish
12/20
Dining Room at Abbey Pub, Chicago, IL 3420 W. Grace St.
Chicago, IL 60618
773-478-4408 | Menu
This circa 1973 live-music venue, featuring nightly acts, is every bit as much a family-friendly bar. More...

Cullen's Bar & Grill Pub
11/20
3741 N. Southport
Chicago, IL 60657
773-975-0600 | Menu
A get-what-you-expect Irish pub, adjacent to the Mercury Theater. More...

Fado Irish
11/20
Dining Room at Fado, Chicago, IL 100 W. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60610
312-836-0066 | Menu
Imported-feeling Irish watering hole where traditional pub grub is washed down with perfectly poured pints. More...

The Gage Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at The Gage, Chicago, IL 24 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60603
312-372-4243 | Menu
A pub-loving gastronomist’s dream with creative, contemporary, approachable cuisine. More...

The Irish Oak Irish
12/20
Dining Room at The Irish Oak, Chicago, IL 3511 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-935-6669 | Menu
Notre Dame fans and tourists unite at this live music venue serving rib-sticking Irish fare. More...

John Barleycorn Burgers
11/20
Dining Room at John Barleycorn, Chicago, IL 658 W. Belden Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-348-8899 | Menu
Dim, old-time pub with a chill vibe and decent burgers. More...

Johnny O'Hagan's Irish
11/20
Dining Room at Johnny O 3374 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-248-3600 | Menu
Irish pub where a warming fireplace pairs with hearty, traditional dishes. More...

The Kerryman Irish
11/20
Dining Room at The Kerryman , Chicago, IL 661 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60610
312-335-8121 | Menu
Elevated Irish pub grub and one-pot meals make this wood-heavy nook a hit with the upper 20s, beer-and-shot crowd. More...

Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro Irish
13/20
Dining Room at Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro, Chicago, IL 3905 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60613
773-248-3905 | Menu
Upscale Irish fare in a funky setting courtesy of the family of dearly departed Murphy's Bleachers' owner, Jim Murphy. More...

Wilde Bar & Restaurant Pub
12/20
Dining Room at Wilde Bar & Restaurant, Chicago, IL 3130 N. Broadway St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773-244-0404 | Menu
A traditional Irish pub inspired by writer Oscar Wilde in the heart of Boystown. More...

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