We’re feeling lucky this St. Patrick’s Day! From happenings in Chicago and the suburbs, you’ll be ready to shamrock and roll all weekend long! From family-friendly brunches to curated Irish menus and libations, cruise experiences, and more, please find a variety of holiday happenings below. Sláinte!
Enjoy a “Chi-rish” Meal!
Shamrock your world this St.Patrick’s Day with Chicago Waffles’ Green Tea Waffle for $13.49! Colored green for luck and made with matcha green tea, whipped cream, candied ginger, grounded pistachios, and warm maple syrup, the Green Tea Waffle is a breakfast must-have. The Green Tea Waffle is available on its own or in their Waffle Flight at their four locations: Willowbrook (10S642 Kingery Hwy), Oak Park (726 Lake St.), West Loop (1104 W. Madison St.) and South Loop (1400 S. Michigan Ave). For more information visit their website.
Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day all weekend at Chicago Firehouse Restaurant! From March 15 to 17, Chicago Firehouse will be offering a great selection of Irish specials, including mouth-watering soda bread, tender corned beef and cabbage, and decadent Irish coffee cheesecake. Plus, on the big day itself, come enjoy the festive sounds of the Chitarra Irish Trio, performing live at the bar from 5-8 pm.
Make sure you have a “brewtiful” St. Patrick’s Day weekend and celebrate with Forbidden Root! In West Town, enjoy Irish-themed food specials such as Reuben and shepherd’s pie empanadas along with Irish beers like Panda Party with Mint, Forbidden Root’s Black & Tan’s, and plenty of specialty cocktails. To keep the party going, there will also be a free shuttle circling the Chicago Brewing District on 3/16. Prefer to stay on the North Side? Check out Cultivate by Forbidden Root over in Ravenswood for a delicious corn beef and cabbage dinner, complete with specialty Irish libations as well. Cheers!
Get lucky this St. Patrick’s Day and set sail on Chicago! Join City Cruises Chicago for a Premier Plus Brunch Cruise on the green Chicago River or a Signature Lunch Cruise on Lake Michigan! Both cruises offer stunning views of the city’s iconic landmarks, such as the Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the Adler Planetarium. On the Premier Plus Brunch Cruise, you’ll savor a chef-curated menu of plated brunch specials, bottomless mimosas, light architectural narration, and masterful DJ entertainment. The Signature Lunch Cruise offers a delicious buffet meal, green beer, live DJ entertainment, dancing, and festive games on the open-air decks and comfortable indoor spaces. Both cruises also feature a fully stocked cash bar and top-notch service. Grab something green and come aboard for the best of Chicago’s St. Paddy’s Day festivities!
Make sure you have a “brewtiful” St. Patrick’s Day weekend and celebrate with Forbidden Root! In West Town, enjoy Irish-themed food specials such as Reuben and shepherd’s pie empanadas along with Irish beers like Panda Party with Mint, Forbidden Root’s Black & Tan’s, and plenty of specialty cocktails. To keep the party going, there will also be a free shuttle circling the Chicago Brewing District on 3/16. Prefer to stay on the North Side? Check out Cultivate by Forbidden Root over in Ravenswood for a delicious corn beef and cabbage dinner, complete with specialty Irish libations as well. Cheers!
Get Lucky and Save on Parking
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style at Canopy Chicago Central Loop, just steps away from the Green Chicago River! This St.Patrick’s Day, get lucky and save on parking with their “Park and Stay” package in their self-parking garage and save $24 dollars a night. For more details on booking your stay or to make a reservation please visit their website.
