18 Greater Cincinnati Bars and Pubs With St. Patrick's Day Celebrations

Red Leprechaun Irish Pub | 20 W. Freedom Way, The Banks Photo: Aidan Mahoney

Hap’s Irish Pub 3510 Erie Ave., Hyde Park Named after its former owner’s nickname, “Happy,” Hap’s boasts that it is the biggest Guinness distributor in the area and calls itself “the most authentic Irish pub you will find outside of the Green Isle.” Whether you want to pick up a casual game of darts, play a song on the jukebox or enjoy the dog-friendly outdoor patio, a visit to Hap’s is bound to be a good time. Photo: facebook.com/Hap's Irish Pub

Molly Malone’s Late-Night Hours: Kitchen is open until 1 a.m. Friday-Saturday 112 E. Fourth St., Covington Molly Malone’s restaurant and pub offers an authentic taste of the Emerald Isle with its menu full of traditional fare and appetizers, such as their popular beer-battered cod served with coleslaw and chips. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, the pub plays just about every soccer and rugby game live and keeps the kitchen open late on Fridays and Saturdays so you can keep the party going well into the night after your favorite team’s win. Photo: facebook.com/mollymalonescincinnati

Photo: Facebook.com/OMalleysInTheAlley1

The Blind Pig 24 W. Third St., Downtown Who wouldn’t want to spend their St. Patrick’s Day at this “modern-day speakeasy” with a rooftop patio? The Blind Pig, located directly behind O’Malley’s in the Alley, offers you two different bar experiences in one stop. Enjoy the same specials at both spots in this lively downtown bar. Photo: facebook.com/TheBlindPigCincinnati

Murphy’s Pub 2329 West Clifton Ave., Clifton Established in 1969, this college dive bar offers every day deals on pitchers, bar games and team sports, frequent free pizza and hot dogs. Murphy’s represents its Irish roots on Saint Patrick’s Day. Photo: Facebook.com/MurphysPubClifton Photo: facebook.com/murphyspubclifton

Fifty West Brewing Company 7605 Wooster Pike, Columbia Township Whether you’re going for the gold or the glitter, Fifty West’s will have something for everyone at their annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration at their Wooster Pike location. On Saturday, March 15, the brewpub will host a full day of green drinks, festive games, a pet costume competition, live Irish dancing and even a (no-beer) beer pong showdown. Photo: facebook.com/FiftyWestBrewingCompany

Paddy’s on Main 520 Main St., Covington Located on Mainstrasse, Paddy’s on Main has all the shenanigans you’re looking for this St. Patrick’s Day. This pub offers not only Guinness on tap, but also karaoke and a lively atmosphere. It welcomes dogs with open arms, and you might even find some Frenchies roaming the dance floor. Photo: facebook.com/Paddy's on Main

Nicholson’s 625 Walnut St., Downtown If you’re in the search for fine dining this Green Holiday, Nicholson’s has you covered. Cincinnati’s first gastropub is the perfect place to get an authentic Gaelic experience. The menu features everything from Guinness spring rolls to fried pork belly, while the drink selection offers Bushmills Black Bush, RedBreast and many more. Photo: Facebook.com/nicholsonsgastropub

The Public House 3807 North Bend Rd., Cheviot The Public House embraces its roots in Cincinnati’s German and Irish heritages with its extensive drink menu and traditional pub fare from both countries. According to its website, it’s even the only Cincinnati bar that’s been officially certified to pour the perfect Guinness pint by Guinness brewmaster Fergal Murray. In addition to downing the perfect pint, you can join in on trivia on Mondays, listen to live music on Wednesdays or just hang out on the patio. Photo: The Public House/Facebook.com

Gilligan’s Brewery 400 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming Gilligan’s Brewery adds an Irish spark to Wyoming’s Village Green Park and Performance Pavilion. This indoor-outdoor Irish spot offers craft cocktails, ciders and beers for all to enjoy. If you’re craving authentic Irish cuisine, you can grab fish and chips, potato leek soup, Lilliputian and more. Photo: facebook.com/GilligansOnTheGreen

Bloomsday Presentation When: June 14 from 7-9 p.m. Where: Irish Heritage Center of Greater Cincinnati, Columbia-Tusculum What: This Irish holiday celebrates the anniversary of the release of Irish author James Joyce’s novel Ulysses. Who: Irish Heritage Center of Greater Cincinnati Why: Pay homage to Ireland’s Shakespeare. Photo: facebook.com/IrishCincinnati

The Stretch 191 E. Freedom Way, The Banks The Stretch is a standout stop at the LepreCON at the Banks: St. Patrick’s Day Block Party on March 15. This bar will serve $3 green beer all weekend leading up to St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy a Cincinnati-themed cocktail in your best St. Paddy’s Day attire to combine your love of both Cincy and Ireland on the big day. Photo: facebook.com/thestretchcincy

Bridgeview Box Park 1 Levee Way, Newport What better way to celebrate than with the Cincinnati skyline as your backdrop? Bridgeview Box Park at Newport on the Levee has live music and dancing, along with themed party drinks. Play cornhole and enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day beer along the river, with other bars a steps away. Photo: Mary LeBus

Braxton Brewing Co. Rooftop 27 W. 7th St., Covington The Rooftop at Braxton Brewing Co. in Covington provides comfortable outdoor seating, shade and greenery. Sip on all of your favorite Braxton drafts — including the newly release mint julep style beer, Kentucky Home — while basking in the sun. Photo: Hailey Bollinger

Flying Pig Irish Pub 3265 Brotherton Road, Oakley Green beer alert! Head to Flying Pig Irish Pub if you’re searching for the sought-after green beer on your St. Patrick’s Day pub crawl. You can also grab a Guinness in the same spot. Still not convinced? The pub also is decorated in bright green lights and decor, ready for your Celtic celebrations. Photo: facebook.com/flyingpigirishpub

O’Bryon’s Bar & Grill 736 Washington Ave., Newport O’Bryon’s Bar & Grill is the perfect lunch or dinner during your St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans. Enjoy fun baked potato recipes and delicious traditional wings with a variety of sauces on their beautiful outdoor patio. This Irish pub is a great sports bar if you need a relaxing break from doing the Irish jig. Photo: facebook.com/obryons

Fogarty’s Irish Pub 3620 Harrison Ave., Cheviot Fogarty’s Irish Pub delivers an old-school vibe with a beat-up car on the patio transformed into a grill and a pull-tabs machine inside. This pub not only is going to serve you the Guinness you need for St. Paddy’s Day but also offer a large selection of tap beers to suit everyone, including Hefeweizen, Shandy, Miller High Life and more. Photo: facebook.com/fogartys