Where to Grab a Guinness for St. Patrick’s Day in Tampa Bay

Flanagan's Irish Pub

Let’s begin with the one located in the heart of Downtown Dunedin, Flanagan’s Irish Pub. This one is a hidden gem, for sure! If you’re in the mood to listen to traditional Irish music for a pitcher perfect St. Patrick’s Day, this is the place to be. We recommend pairing your Guinness with their famous fish and chips!

Four Green Fields

Four Green Fields is a hidden gem for local Irish Pubs in downtown Tampa! Located next to Curtis Hixon Park and the Tampa Riverwalk, you can grab a drink and enjoy some scenery. This spot is the perfect Irish pub experience for Tampa locals.

You can’t find their Irish eats anywhere else. Some of our favorites are their Reuben Rolls, Celtic Eggs, and Shepherd Skins – potato skins served Shepherd’s Pie style!

O’Keefe’s Tavern

Have you ever sipped a Guinness at a tropical tiki bar? No? Well, now’s your chance! At O’Keefe’s Tavern, you can find it all! From traditional Irish plates, to classic American favorites – the options are un-beer-lievable.

Their outdoor tiki bar provides you with all of the tropical vibes, minus the beach sand, plus it’s pup-friendly. Enjoy 2-4-1 happy hour all day, every day!

O’Briens Irish Pub and Grill Tampa

With over 20 beer taps, you can guarantee one of them will be Guinness at O’Brien’s Irish Pub! This indoor and outdoor bar is a must-visit for anyone looking to have some fun on St. Patrick’s Day in Tampa Bay!

Bring your appetite though, their menu is 11 pages packed with hearty appetizers and comfort foods, such as burgers and sandwiches, Shepherd’s Pie, and Mash with Guinness gravy to fuel your St. Paddy’s Day!

Irish 31

For a supercharged St. Patrick’s Day celebration and for the freshest Guinness pint glass, make your way to Irish 31!  They’ll be having live music from 4-11 PM, to set the tone right for the holiday. It’s a great spot to take your dog, with its dog-friendly patios! While chilling out and enjoying a drink, enjoy their specialty Pie of the Shepherd, or Corned Beef and Cabbage. They also have a new feature cocktail, the i31 Pot O’ Gold made with i31 Whiskey.

Molly Malones

Head to the casual Irish pub, Molly Malones for an icy Guinness. This is a great spot to visit after work for its crisp beer selection and overall chill vibe. Check out their events for live music acts!  We recommend their Guinness Onion Rings and Irish Coffees. Definitely give Molly Malones a visit this St. Patrick’s Day if you want to be at one of the more low-key, and bring your pup to enjoy at the outdoor deck!

O’Maddy's

If you’re planning on spending St. Patrick’s a different way, head to O’Maddy’s – where you can celebrate at the beach, and cheer with a Guinness from O’Maddy’s. Whether you’re planning on kayaking from the bayou to the beach, ordering some spicy wings, and cooling off with the perfect icy Guinness – you HAVE to know that O’Maddy’s will be having a street party! We 100% recommend grabbing a bite as they don’t hold back on the sizes and high-quality ingredients!

Mary Margaret's & The Galley

An authentic Irish Tavern and party – Mary Margaret’s & The Galley is extending their St. Pat’s Festivities for St Patrick’s Day in Williams Park Downtown St Pete for the first time ever! This St. Patrick’s Day, spend your day with the perfect pints and traditional pub food! They even have some great live music acts to sit back and enjoy. We love their Irish appetizers – like their Stout Pub Poutine with cheese curds and a rich Guinness gravy!

Clancy’s Irish Sports Pub

When you see a mermaid on the building, you know you’ve made it to Clancy’s! Change up the vibes and scenery of your usual, and head over to one of Bradenton’s biggest tiki bars, and home of the Freaki Tiki.

Their pub food keeps people coming back for more, including us! Pair their Reuben with a Guinness, and you’re set for an amazing St. Patrick’s Day in Tampa Bay!

McGrath’s Irish Ale House

You can get a taste of Ireland right here in Lakewood Ranch, just visit McGrath’s Irish Ale House! Their menu consists of a little bit of everything – from family recipes, traditional European dishes, and Irish favorites.

We recommend visiting on a Tuesday for their All You Can Eat rib special! Doesn’t that sound delicious with a Guinness? Don’t miss out on the greatest St. Patrick’s Day in Tampa Bay – live music, 50/50 raffles, Irish dancers, and so much more happening at McGrath’s on March 17.

MacDinton’s Irish Pub Tampa

When you’re spending a night in Soho, MacDinton’s Irish Pub is a must-visit. This place has homey Irish hospitality in a fresh modern way. There’s something for everyone’s craving on their menu!

You can party indoors or relax on their outdoor patio with friends, so you never have to wait too long in line for a Guinness! Pups are welcome too, so swing by on a yappy hour night, or to watch The Six Nations Rugby, FA Cup, EPL and Champions League soccer exclusively at MacDinton’s.

The Dubliner Irish Pub

Hanging around South Tampa? The Dubliner’s Irish Pub is a laid back spot if you’re looking for something lowkey, plus it’s walking distance from MacDinton’s! Their outdoor seating is perfect to enjoy the nice Tampa Bay weather with friends this St. Patrick’s Day.

If you have a dog (or just love them) check out their St. Puppy’s Day event! They don’t serve liquor, but have endless amounts of Guinness that you must try with their Irish nachos.

James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery

The James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery has over 50 craft brews on tap, award winning craft burgers, the largest selection of Irish whiskey you’ll find anywhere, and one of the best spots to find a Guinness to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

Pro-Tip: Stop by on Wednesday of St. Paddy’s Day week to enjoy game night!

Salty Shamrock

Out for brunch? It’s never too early to start drinking a Guinness on St. Patrick’s Day weekend! This authentic Irish tavern in Apollo Beach is a great pick to celebrate with their paddy’O outside, plus their full service dining room and bar inside.

They host tons of events like Cornhole Mondays, weekend musical acts, and more to check out.

O’Toole’s Irish Pub

O’ Brien's Irish Pub and Grill Brandon