Show Your Irish Pride This St. Patrick’s Day at These Austin Restaurants
Where to embrace Irish culture, cuisine, beers and festivities this St. Patrick’s Day
Cue the green beer, shamrock glasses, and terrible attempts at an Irish accent — St. Patrick’s Day is almost here! Austin bars and restaurants are always eager to celebrate, and 2026 will be no exception. Draughts of Guinness and shots of Irish whiskey will be omnipresent on St. Paddy’s Day, but we’re particularly interested in hospitality spots that embrace Irish cuisine on this festive and verdant occasion. If you’re similarly fond of corned beef, cabbage and Irish soda bread, pay a visit to these Austin restaurants on March 17.
Murray’s Tavern
A buzzy project from Nickel City’s Travis Tober and Uncle Nicky’s Nic Yanes, Murray’s Tavern draws inspiration from neighborhood pubs in New York City, many of which lean in a very Irish direction, so it makes sense that they’re planning to go big for their St. Patrick’s Day in Austin. Guinnesses with just the right amount of foam, fish & chips, St. Patty’s-themed cocktails and much more will be available throughout service on March 17.
Murray’s Tavern is teaming up with The Dead Rabbit and Nickel City for the Pattywagon, a shuttle running every half hour March 14 from 3 to 9 p.m. and March 17 from 4 to 9 p.m., connecting three of Austin’s top pubs. Wristbands are $10 and available for purchase at all three bars starting March 7, and include a Jameson shooter upon arrival.
The Dead Rabbit
The Dead Rabbit, the acclaimed New York bar and restaurant, opened on Sixth Street in 2024, introducing its signature mix of Irish hospitality and craft cocktails to Austin. The space features seasonal decor and custom illustrations by Dublin-based artist Hephee, alongside a curated menu of Irish-inspired cocktails, smash burgers and plenty of Guinness.
B.D. Riley’s
Mueller residents in need of a top-tier Irish pub should consider themselves lucky to have B.D. Riley’s right on Aldrich Street. This bar is so Irish that the full interior was designed and built on the Emerald Isle before making its way over to Austin, and while dishes like Irish stew, corned beef & cabbage, and shepherd’s pie are always on the B.D. menu, St. Patrick’s Day gives this bar the chance to really lean into its heritage by hosting live bands playing Irish music from 11 a.m. on.
Kelly’s Irish Pub
Kelly’s Irish Pub serves full Irish-inspired entrees, but they also bring the spirit into their bar snack menu: where else in town are you going to find deep-fried shepherd’s pie balls dunked in Guinness-infused gravy? They also takes pride in their Guinness drafts and their Irish whiskey collection, and St. Patty’s guests can enjoy Irish step-dancing and drink and food specials. Advance tickets are currently sold out, but Kelly’s will welcome walk-in guests on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Jack & Ginger’s
As the premier Irish pub in the Domain, Jack & Ginger’s has no intention of settling for indoor St. Patty’s fun. Instead, it will host a street festival March 17 on Rock Rose Avenue from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., featuring bagpipes, bands playing Irish music, classic pub snacks — both American and Irish — and, yes, green beer. Festivities kick off March 14 with live music and games, followed by a crawfish boil and Irish pup costume contest on Sunday, March 15.
The Cavalier
A Tuesday St. Patrick’s Day can be tricky for celebrants with families, but The Cavalier in East Austin is planning a party that’s both festive and family-friendly. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., guests can enjoy lawn games, themed drinks and bites, with kids welcome to join the fun. After 4 p.m., the space shifts to adults only, with Irish fare such as bangers and mash alongside Guinness pints and Irish whiskey pours.
Foxy’s Proper Pub
For those looking for a downtown Austin bar that delivers the full Irish pub experience on St. Patrick’s Day, Foxy’s Proper Pub fits the bill. On March 17, the bar will offer drink specials on green beer, Guinness and other pours, alongside dishes such as corned beef hash and bangers. A live harpist will perform from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., followed by DJs spinning into the evening.