Whether you’re of Irish descent by blood or by choice, St. Patrick’s Day is speedily approaching and we are here to help you prepare.
The Porch is serving up a variety of seasonal specials for St. Patrick’s Day.
While you vacillate between green outfit combinations, check out our picks for the best places for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Dallas. From green limited-time margaritas to all-day festivals loaded with green beer, to Irish pubs serving up their regular mouth-watering fish and chips and Guinness, Dallas’s bars, pubs and resturants are ready to party the Irish way.
This neighborhood destination along Henderson Ave., a beloved restaurant for over a decade, is hosting St. Patrick’s weekend, March 14-17. With its easy-to-love American fare and Southern charm, it’s all about patio season year-round. Grab your friends and enjoy the sunshine, corned beef and cabbage and Irish-made cocktails (think a mix of Teeling Small Batch, St. Germain, cucumber, and lemon). 2912 N. Henderson Ave.
Visit this popular Irish pub, owned and operated by a Dublin native, to sip on an impressive lineup of beers and ciders from around the world. Irish classics Guinness Stout, Harp Lager and Smithwick’s are always on tap, but unique finds include brews from the UK, Belgium, Mexico, France, the Czech Republic and Denmark, among others. The food menu focuses on snacks like charcuterie boards, soft pretzels and grilled cheese. There’s always a good time to be had at this neighborhood favorite. 2818 Greenville Ave
Head to Harwood Arms for the 5th annual St. Paddy’s celebration complete with a free T-shirt and stations around the premises loaded with green beer and reuben fries. The eventful day will kick off at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 17 and a traditional bagpipe player will grace the guests and play a taste of Ireland. Come dressed in green and show up early as the space fills up fast. 2823 McKinnon St.
For the ultimate St. Paddy’s Day celebration, head to Legacy Hall as the whole food hall transforms into a party complete with live music, green beer and fun competitions. The free event kicks off at 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 15 with a special tribute concert to the iconic band, Queen. Special for the holiday, enjoy Irish mules, Tullamore Irish whiskey shots paired with a bucket of beer, over-the-top shamrock shakes, fish and chips and Wagyu sliders. At 8 p.m. the event will begin to require tickets for its Queen tribute band concert. Then, at 10 p.m., end the night with a bang and let loose with a DJ set in the High Bar area. 7800 Windrose Ave., Plano, TX
Located on the ground floor of the Mercantile Building, this local Irish-inspired pub prides itself on its quality food, friendly atmosphere and an impressive selection of Irish beers. Find Guinness, Guinness Blonde, Smithwick’s Red Ale, Harp Lager and Magners on the menu, as well as Danish beer Carlsberg and Belgian beer Stella Artois. The bar also offers blends of its Irish beers, perfect for those ready to try something new. To eat, dine on Irish-inspired fares like Irish breakfast, Gaelic macaroni and cheese and reuben fries. 1800 Main St.
Find your rhythm this St. Patrick’s Day and join Rangers Republic at Texas Live! for a salsa celebration on Friday, March 14. Wear your fringed skirt and put on your best dancing shoes. Salsa music and salsa lessons will be taught by dance professionals Eddie and Marisela. End the night by busting out your new dance moves to a live DJ that will make for an unforgettable and bold St. Paddy’s Day. 1650 E. Randol Mill Road Arlington, TX
Party London-style this St. Patrick’s Day with two full days of festivities. Stop in on Saturday, March 11 prior to the city’s St. Paddy’s Day parade for breakfast, corned beef and cabbage and green beer starting at 8 a.m. There will be Irish dancers throughout the day and live music starting at 9 p.m. Then, on St. Patrick’s Day itself, the pub will open at 11 a.m. and pour green beer and serve corned beef and cabbage throughout the day’s festivities. There will be live bagpipe music at the pub all day as well as a live DJ set starting at 9 p.m. 5321 E Mockingbird Lane #250
Head to The Old Monk, a classic Dallas pub for almost 25 years, to imbibe a large variety of Irish, Scottish and American whiskeys. The menu features five varieties of Jameson, perfect for the Jameson aficionado. Prefer beer? Choose from 14 beers on tap, including Guinness, or choose from 50 bottles of beers and rotating features. The pub serves weekend brunch and Irish favorites like Guinness beef stew, reuben sandwiches and highly-regarded fish and chips. Having hosted St. Patrick’s Day festivities in the past, this Irish pub is seasoned in celebrating Irish culture every day. 2847 N Henderson Ave.
Visit the Arts District to experience shepherd’s pie, hundreds of whiskeys and authentic Irish culture from the same Dublin native who owns The Crafty Irishman. The pub features an inspiring variety of Irish coffees in addition to a seemingly endless Irish whiskey and scotch menu. To eat, enjoy Irish-inspired menu items like corned beef and cabbage egg rolls, Irish stew, shepherd’s pie, pub curry and beer-battered fish and chips. 1722 Routh St., Ste. 102
Head to this two-story French Quarter-inspired bar for St. Patrick’s Day specials available from Saturday, March 15 to Monday, March 17. Enjoy corned beef sliders with fries, corned beef hash, Guinness and Green Beer. It’s a win-win! 3301 McKinney Ave.
Photography by: Dan Padgett
