Your Guide to Irish Bars in Chicago

From parades to bars, there is no shortage of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations Chicagoans can choose from. But what if you want to set up shop at an Irish pub? Here are some of the city’s best spots.

Fadó

After you see the river turn green, pop over to this River North spot to watch rugby and soccer and catch live music. Plus, participate in the St. Baldrick’s fundraiser Friday 🧑‍🦲

Cork & Kerry

South Siders frequent the Beverly location’s popular beer garden and grab brews at the Bridgeport location before a Sox game.

The Fifth Province

Located in the Irish American Heritage Center on the Northwest Side, the weekends-only pub serves up a traditional experience and classic fare. Check it out at this weekend’s St. Patrick’s Day Fest.

Guinness Open Gate Brewery

What’s more Chicago than a St. Patrick’s Day block party? The West Loop brewery is throwing one this weekend. Sip on beers brewed in Chicago and Dublin and sample bites like the corned beef board year-round.

Lanigan’s Irish Pub

What’s the slogan of the Mount Greenwood bar? “The fun never stops at your favorite Irish pub.” Between the lively crowd and friendly bartenders, you will see why.

O'Shaughnessy’s Public House

The Ravenswood spot will be open bright and early Saturday morning: Settle into a cozy booth and put away green beers and fish and chips.