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Patch Picks for St. Patrick's Day in McLean

Stout Beer and Warm Irish Comfort Food

"I’m not Irish, but kiss me anyway!”

St. Patrick’s Day is Thursday. Here are some suggestions for how to celebrate Lá Fhéile Pádraig in McLean. If you have more, please put them in comments.

When/Where: McKeever's Pub, Thursday, March 17, 11:30 a.m. – midnight.

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Why Go: The beer won’t be green, but its Irish and American comfort food at its best. Slide on up to the bar for a festive while relaxing St. Patty’s Day.

When/Where: O'Malleys Sports Pub; Thursday, March 17, ALL DAY.

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Why Go:  With a name like O’Malley’s Pub, they’ve got to have great St. Patrick’s Day planned. Specials running all day include: green beer, happy hour food specials, happy hour on beverages from 4-7 p.m., $9.95 corn beef & cabbage, and live music from 5-9 p.m.

When/Where: Wildfire Restaurant, Thursday, March 17, 4 – 10 p.m.

Why Go:  Wildfire Tysons Corner celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a “Nod to the Irish”—a three course, prix fixe menu that culminates with Chocolate Guinness Stout Cake. The cost is $36.95 per person, plus tax and gratuity. To make a reservation, please call (703) 442-9110 or visit wildfirerestaurant.com.

When/Where: McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant, Thursday, March 17, 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Why Go: McCormick’s reminds us that It's Lucky to Kiss a Stranger” on St. Patty’s Day. Maybe so, but it may pan out better to put your mouth on some traditional Irish fare and make a toast with a cold Guinness and other drink specials. Check out Open Table for reservations and details.

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