Chicagoans take St. Patricks’ Day pretty seriously, so we’re breaking down the best specials, offers and activities to leave you feeling lucky. From a traditional Irish breakfast to a make-your-own Irish Coffee bar, there’s an option for everyone to get their Irish on this year.

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Get Lucky at Chicago’s First and Oldest Wine Bar, Geja’s Café:

Iconic Chicago restaurant, Geja’s Café, 340 W. Armitage, is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day by offering two special St. Patrick’s Day dinners on Thursday, March 17th. Diners can choose from:
- The St. Patty’s Combo ($35/person) featuring a four-course corned beef and potato fondue dinner, which includes Geja’s Famous Cheese Fondue served with Irish soda bread and marbled rye, a crisp greens salad, a Corned Beef and Potato entrée with assorted veggies, three magically delicious sauces (Green Peppercorn Dijon, Stout Mustard and Guinness BBQ), topped off with decadent chocolate fondue served with green Rice Krispie Treats and assorted fruits.
- Pot of Gold Pairing ($50/person), featuring all of the above paired with Irish classics; Magners Cider with cheese fondue, Guinness stout with the entrée, and Geja’s famous Bailiccino, an intoxicating blend of Irish Cream and cappuccino to accompany the chocolate fondue. For more information, visit gejascafe.com or call 773.281.9101.

Put a Fresh Spin on St. Patrick’s Day at Green Bean Restaurant:

Patrick’s Day doesn’t have to be just a day of drinking green beer. Put a healthy spin at Green Bean Restaurant, 734 W. Fullerton Ave, with their special Corned Beef Patty Melt and Potato Soup combo for only $8.99, valid on Thursday, March 17th. In addition the special combo, other St. Patrick’s Day-themed menu items include Tempura Fried Green Beans, Cucumber Cantaloupe Stone Water and Lean Green Machine Tea, all physician-approved, non-GMO and gluten-free. For more information, visit www.greenbeanrestaurant.com.

Get Your Irish on Early at Staytion Market & Bar:

With a prime location for the Chicago River dyeing at State and Wacker, Staytion Market & Bar, 1 W. Wacker, will host their River Dye event on Saturday, March 12 at 9 a.m. Stop by before or after the parade festivities and enjoy brews and ‘Chicago style’ Irish breakfast favorites including Dublin Morning Hot Pot, Irish Breakfast Casserole, Guinness Beef Pastries, Reuben Sliders, Bangers & Mash and more. Keep the celebration going on March 17^th for the CHIrish Pride event beginning at 11 a.m. with traditional bangers & mash ($10) as well as a local take on the classic black & tan ($6). Entrance to both events is complimentary with food and beverage available at a fee. For more information, visit staytionbar.com.

Make Your Coffee as Irish as You’d Like at Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park’s THE BAR:

Ditch the Bloody Mary’s this St. Patrick’s Day and warm up with a build your own Irish Coffee Bar at Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park’s THE BAR from March 12 – 20. Guest to THE BAR get choose from several hot beverage options and an adult libation. Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, 200 N. Columbus Dr., is centrally located downtown and makes for a perfect pit-stop between the dyeing of the Chicago River at 9:00 a.m. and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade which kicks off at noon. For more information visit: http://www.fairmont.com/chicago.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Eve at Jack’s Place:

Located in the former Chicago Motor Club Building, Jack’s Place, will offer $3 Wells Drinks $3 Draft Beer on Wednesday, March 16^th to ring in St. Patrick’s Day. Stop in for a drink while enjoying live guitar music by Will Dannen and Pat Winters from 5:30pm-8:00pm. Jack’s Place will also open early on Saturday, March 12^th at 8am, just in time to celebrate the dyeing of the river green with Irish Specialty Drinks. Located right at 68 E. Wacker across from the Chicago River, Jack’s Place is the ideal location to celebrate S. Patrick’s Day in Chicago. For more information, call 312.419.9014.

Let “Patrick” satisfy your sweet-tooth at Vanille:

This St. Patrick’s Day, Vanille is featuring the charming and delicious “Patrick” as their Stud Muffin. Vanille’s Stud Muffin Collection is not only known for its good looks but also for its irresistible combination of Vanille’s favorite cakes topped with their signature macarons. “Patrick” starts with Guinness chocolate cake, and gets topped with Bushmills Whiskey ganache and a chocolate macaron. Stud Muffins are available in a variety of flavors for $6.35 each. For more information visit: http://www.vanillepatisserie.com.

Keep the Laughs Coming with New Country at The Den Theatre:

Stand-up comedian, actor and writer Mark Roberts returns home for the Midwest Premiere of The New York Times’ Critics’ Pick NEW COUNTRY at The Den Theatre, 1333 N. Milwaukee Ave. The Den Theatre offers adult beverages that can be brought into the theatre, so don’t worry about missing out on all the St. Patrick’s Day celebration. The no-holds-barred show, described by Stage and Cinema as a “…hilarious, poignant, and at times heart-wrenching comedic drama,” runs through May 14, 2016. Under the direction of Ian Streicher, the uncensored comedy about a country star’s Nashville bachelor party going wildly amiss is sure to entertain audiences looking to push the proverbial envelope for a moving and hilarious night out. For tickets or more information, visit: newcountrytheplay.com

Learn the Secrets to Making Your Own Luck:

Even if you’re not Irish, you can still get lucky with world-renowned mentalist Marc Salem’s MIND OVER CHICAGO, currently running at the newly designed Apollo Theater Chicago, 2540 N. Lincoln Ave. On Sunday, March 13^th at 7 p.m., the jaw-dropping entertainer will present a special performance, “Tips to Make Your Own Luck,” where he shares his expertise in non-verbal communication. Marc has had the pleasure of outwitting such well-known celebrities as Sting, Chris Rock, Donald Trump, Prince Andrew, Ronald Reagan, Michael Strahan, Bruce Willis, Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch, Chicago’s own Oprah Winfrey, and many more. For tickets or more information, visit apollochicago.com or call 773.935.6100.

Too Much Celebrating Taking a Toll on Your Body? Relax and Heal at Massage Envy:

As the leading provider of therapeutic massage in the United States, and with over 44 locations in the Chicagoland area, Massage Envy is the perfect place to rejuvenate after too much holiday celebration. Let a Massage Envy licensed massage therapist heal your post St. Patrick’s Day pain with a variety of different massage and facial techniques. Massage Envy has revolutionized the industry by providing a convenient and affordable membership model. First time Introductory 1-Hour Massage sessions start a $59.99 and introduction 1-hour Facial Sessions start at $69.99. For more information or to find the nearest Massage Envy location please visit: http://www.massageenvy.com.

Live the “Suite Life” this St. Patrick’s Day at Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago:

Those looking for a convenient and centrally located downtown Chicago hotel with a great holiday deal needn’t look any further than the Hyatt Centric The Loop Chicago. This March guests can use the Special Offer Code “SUITEH” to receive a discounted suite upgrade up to 50%. The hotel is located downtown only blocks from the Chicago River, which will be the star of the show this St. Patrick’s Day weekend as it is dyed a festive green color. For more information please visit: http://theloopchicago.centric.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html