St. Patrick’s Day 2012 in the Tampa Bay Area Will Be Celebrating the Irish with Parties, Food, & Live Music

‘Tis the season to party like little green men! St. Patrick’s Day 2012 is just around the corner and soon green beer shall be a’flowin’. Are you searching for an intimate pub, a familial environment and/or a party to drink an ice cold draft, sample delicious Irish fare and enjoy old and new acquaintances in the Tampa Bay area? Well, it’s your lucky day, the following establishments offer just what you’re looking for:

The James Joyce Irish Pub

This coming St. Patrick’s Day, the James Joyce will be in its new location at 1724 E. 8th Avenue in Ybor City (jamesjoyceybor.com). With its cozy nooks and fireplaces, this pub is perfect for a gathering with friends or a first date. The James Joyce offers 50 beers on tap and has a menu of authentic Irish fare, including Guinness Beef Stew and their signature Jameson wings made with honey and Jameson Irish whiskey. Since opening in 1997, patrons honor their fun atmosphere, massive beer selection and live music. The James Joyce will celebrate St. Patty’s Day with a beer tent, live music and green brew. Open daily from 4 pm til 3 am and offers convenient parking.

O’Keefe’s Family Tavern and Grill

Established in 1961, this Clearwater landmark sits at 1219 S. Fort Harrison Avenue (okeefestavernonline.com). Only minutes from the beautiful beaches, this popular eatery provides excellent service and a family friendly atmosphere. O’Keefe’s is the “Home of Florida’s Largest St. Patrick’s Day Celebration” boasting two tons of corned beef, entertainers and plenty of green beer (O’Keefe’s Family Tavern and Grill website. Reserve your spot by calling 727-442-9034 (O’Keefe’s Family Tavern and Grill website. O’Keefe’s is open daily and happy hour is every day, all day(O’Keefe’s Family Tavern and Grill website. Their great selection of Irish dishes include, Mulligan’s Stew and you must try their award winning Irish Puffs (O’Keefe’s Family Tavern and Grill website. You can park right at the tavern.

MacDinton’s Irish Pub and Restaurant – Tampa and St. Petersburg

MacDinton’s is a definite crowd pleaser and open daily. The original pub can be found in Tampa, while the newer location is situated in downtown St. Petersburg. Both pubs offer a relaxed atmosphere for an ecletic crowd. The Tampa MacDinton’s, located in the trendy Soho district, is warm and friendly with a large outdoor patio perfect for happy hour after work. In St. Petersburg, it’s attached to Jannus Live and ideal during and after a concert. Both offer live music, traditional Irish cuisine and libations of your choice (MacDinton’s, macdintons.com. A must try is their MacDinton’s Dublin Corned Beef Sandwich. The St. Petersburg kitchen will open mid-February 2012 (MacDinton’s website. Parking is available, and you must note, MacDinton’s-Tampa has partnered with ZINGO for patrons.


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