The Best Irish Pubs for St. Patrick's Day Around DC
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The Best Irish Pubs for St. Patrick's Day Around DC
"There are two kinds of bars on St. Patrick's Day: places that throw a leprechaun on the door, and real Irish pubs that celebrate with live music, dancing, and traditional food and drink."
"Bloomingdale's neighborhood pub, run by longtime friends Gareth Croke and Colin McDonough, is celebrating all weekend with classic pub bites, bands, and brunch fare with Irish twists. On Tuesday, it'll open at noon for pint specials."
"The Coleman family-owned institution has poured Irish beers on Capitol Hill for nearly 50 years. Patrons can drop by on St. Patrick's Day starting at 9 AM for an all-day party with live music, Irish dancing, full lunch and dinner menus, and 52-cent Guinnesses before 10 AM."
St. Patrick's Day celebrations vary between typical bars and authentic Irish pubs offering genuine cultural experiences. Real Irish pubs feature live music, traditional dancing, Irish cuisine, and special drink specials. DC Pubs in Bloomingdale opens at noon with bands and Irish-twist brunch. A Capitol Hill institution operates since the 1970s, opening at 9 AM with all-day festivities, live music, Irish dancing, and discounted Guinnesses. Mark Kirwan operates three gastropubs: Kirwan's on the Wharf, Samuel Beckett's in Arlington, and the Dark Horse in Flint Hill, each hosting St. Patrick's celebrations with live entertainment. A Union Station pub offers whiskey selections and themed shots. Fairfax features a classic Irish pub popular with musicians and known for home-style cooking.
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