TOP PICKS

St. Patrick's Day Specials 2026

Celebrate St. Paddy's Day with these delicious specials + events.

Our Top Picks

Recommendation  #1
Finnegan's Marin

Finnegan’s Marin is pulling out all the stops for St. Patrick’s Day with live music, hearty Irish fare, and pints of Guinness flowing from morning ’til night. Doors open at 9am on Saturday for a traditional Irish Breakfast — and the celebration only gets livelier from there.

Feast on classic favorites including: Corned Beef & Cabbage; Dublin Pot Roast; Shepherd’s Pie; Fish & Chips.

​Or, bring the luck of the Irish to your home with Finnegan’s family-style meals (feeds 6–8 people), served with dinner rolls and salad:

  • Corned Beef & Cabbage with potatoes, carrots & horseradish
  • Guinness Pot Roast with mashed potatoes & vegetables
  • Bangers & Mash with Guinness gravy & crispy onions
  • Shepherd’s Pie w/lamb, peas, carrots, onions, mashed potato crust 

​​

Live Music All Weekend:

  • Jimmy Murphy & Suzuki Cady’s Hardly Strictly Irish band
    • Saturday, March 14th (7pm);  Sunday, March 15th (5:30pm)
  • Bagpipers performing throughout the weekend and on St. Patrick’s Day (11am – Evening)
GET MORE INFO
HOURS:
Sunday, March 16th: 10am - 8:30pm. Monday, March 17th: 3pm -9pm. Bar stays open late.
Recommendation #2
The Burren House Irish Pub & Kitchen

The Burren House is pulling out all the stops on St. Patrick’s Day!

If you’re looking for an authentic Irish celebration without hopping on a plane, this is your spot. The Burren House delivers a true taste of Ireland, from its handcrafted décor imported straight from the Emerald Isle to the warm, welcoming pub atmosphere that instantly feels transportive.

Behind the bar, you’ll find a thoughtfully curated selection of Irish whiskeys (impressive, but not overwhelming), plus the all-important Guinness flowing on tap. The menu covers the classics — think golden fish and chips and hearty shepherd’s pie — alongside crowd-pleasers like Guinness-sauced barbecue wings, fish tacos, and crispy fried cauliflower. Portions are generous, and the vibe is exactly what you’d hope for: lively, convivial, and unmistakably Irish.

Expect pints raised high, live music, classic Irish hospitality, and a St. Patrick’s Day celebration filled with traditional cheer. 

***

No Cover Charge

GET MORE INFO
HOURS:
Monday, March 17th: 4pm - 9pm
Recommendation #3
Tam Tavern

Tam Tavern — the beloved brew pub from East Brother Beer Co. — will be pouring pints, plating Irish fare, and spreading plenty of good cheer on St. Patrick's Day. Grab your crew, wear your green, and raise a glass!

Dig into hearty holiday favorites like:

 🥩 Corned Beef & Cabbage served with your choice of potatoey side

 🥪 Marin County’s “Best” Reuben Sandwich — house-cured corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing on toasted rye, served with French fries

Behind the bar, expect a couple of beer and whiskey specials — including a classic whiskey shot + beer combo to keep the celebration flowing. So grab your crew and embrace your inner Irish on Tuesday at Tam Tavern!

GET MORE INFO
HOURS:
Tuesday, March 17th: 4pm - 9pm
Recommendation #4
Perry's on Magnolia

Raise a pint and celebrate St. Paddy’s Day at Perry’s on Magnolia in Larkspur and/or Perry's Novato on Tuesday, March 17th.

They’re serving up festive Irish specials, including:

 🥩 Corned Beef & Cabbage — $24

 🥪 Reuben Sandwich — $18

Plus, there will be plenty of Guinness and Jameson flowing to help you toast the day in proper Irish fashion.

Craving your usual favorites? Don’t worry — Perry’s will also be offering their beloved American classics like the Cobb SaladFrench Onion SoupPetrale Sole, and of course, the iconic Perry’s Hamburger.

Whether you’re in it for the corned beef, a perfectly poured pint, or just a lively evening with friends & neighbors, Perry’s is the place to celebrate.

GET MORE INFO
HOURS:
Tuesday, March 17th: 3pm - 9pm (Larkspur); 11:30am - 9pm (Novato)
Recommendation #5
The Pelican Inn

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day a few days early at the Pelican Inn!

The charming Muir Beach getaway will be serving up a classic Corned Beef and Cabbage plate paired with a proper pint of Guinness for $35. 

Starting at 2pm, the Raven Hill Trio will play traditional Irish folk tunes, bringing lively reels, ballads, and that unmistakable pub spirit to the afternoon. Whether you’re joining them after a coastal hike or making it your main event, it’s the perfect way to toast the day.

Grab your friends, wear a bit of green, and settle in for an afternoon of good food, great music, and a pint raised high. Sláinte!

***

Cost: $35

GET MORE INFO
HOURS:
Sunday, March 15th: 2pm - 5pm
Recommendation #6
Lighthouse Bar & Grill

Lighthouse Bar & Grill is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with festive Irish fare, magical cocktails, and a whole pot of Irish cheer waiting for you.

Food Specials:

-- Classic Reuben Sandwich ($23) - Roberts Corned Beef piled high on marble rye with sauerkraut, melted cheese, and 1,000 island dressing. Served with choice of side.

-- Classic Corned Beef & Cabbage ($33) - Roberts Corned Beef w/horseradish cream sauce, potatoes, cabbage & carrots

-- Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf ($29) w/mashed potatoes, veggies, gravy

-- Bailey's Chocolate Mousse ($12)

$12 Drink Specials:

-- Irish Mule - Irish whiskey, ginger beer & citrus

-- Irish Coffee - Irish whiskey, black coffee & cream

-- Caffeinated Leprechaun - Irish whiskey & Borghetti

Come for the food & drinks, and stick around for the spirited vibes!

GET MORE INFO
HOURS:
Tuesday, March 17th: 12pm - 8:30pm
Recommendation #7
Dugout Bar

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early with a festive afternoon of Irish music, dance, hearty fare, and plenty of Guinness on Saturday, March 14th!

Hosted by American Legion Post 179 at San Anselmo’s Log Cabin Dugout Bar, this family-friendly fundraiser supports local youth programs and our veterans — so you can celebrate for a great cause.

What to Expect:

  • 💃 Live Irish dance performance by students of the Brosnan School of Irish Dance
  • 🎻 Concert by The Shots String Band, blending Old-Time Appalachian, Bluegrass, Country, Cajun, Irish & Scottish tunes
  • 🍺 Guinness flowing at the bar
  • 🍽️ A traditional Irish dinner featuring corned beef with carrots, cabbage & potatoes, soda bread, and Irish cookies

***

Tickets: $50 (Adults); $15 (Kids 12 & under)

Proceeds benefit Veteran Support initiatives and help sponsor local youth attending Girls and Boys State Summer Camp.

GET MORE INFO
HOURS:
Saturday, March 14th: 4:30pm - 9:30pm
Recommendation #8
Elks Lodge

Get ready to shamrock the night away on Sunday, March 15th at the San Rafael Elks Lodge!

Enjoy delicious St. Patrick's Day fare, including: 

-- Irish Flag Salad

-- Roberts Corned Beef

-- Garlic Mashed Potatoes

-- Slow Cooked Cabbage

-- Carrots

-- Irish Soda Bread

-- Green Dessert

And at 6:15pm, the fun-filled evening continues with Irish dancers.

***

Tickets: $35 (Adults); $15 (Kids)

GET MORE INFO
HOURS:
Sunday, March 15th: 4pm - 8pm
Recommendation #9
GET MORE INFO
HOURS:
Recommendation #10
GET MORE INFO
HOURS: