St. Patrick's Day SF Bay Area Guide: Corned Beef & Irish Specials 2023

SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA— Ready to shamrock and roll? Craving corned beef and cabbage?

St. Patrick's Day falls on Friday this year — March 17 — with some festivities spilling over through the weekend.

To help you celebrate, we've rounded up some shamrock-worthy, dining deals — for traditional Irish corned beef and cabbage, stews, green beer, minty shakes, shepherd's pie, Dublin mules and more — at restaurants throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

Peruse our annual guide, or scroll the photo slideshow at the top of the post, to find specials near you.

Know of other standout, St. Paddy deals at neighborhood joints near you? Share with readers in the comments section.

Happy St. Patrick's Day, from Patch!

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ALHAMBRA IRISH HOUSE: Serving shepherd’s pie, corned beef & cabbage, lamb stew, sausage & colcannon, Irish coffee, plus Guinness pints & Jameson whiskey. Music planned, too. 831 Main St., Redwood City.

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APPLEBEE'S: With lucky, St. Patrick's timing, $6 "Saintly Sips" are back! Chase the rainbow with the Tipsy Leprechaun (Jameson Irish Whiskey, melon liqueur, blue curaçao, lemon sour, lemon-lime soda & rainbow sugar rim) or Pot O’ Gold Colada (Captain Morgan & mango). Non-alcoholic Rainbow Lemonades also available for a limited time. Details. Restaurant finder statewide.

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BLACK BEAR DINER: St. Patrick’s Day specials available Thursday through Sunday include Irish Benedict, Reuben sandwiches, corned beef & cabbage, plus carrot cake. See details here. Find sites in SF Bay Area.
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DOG HAUS: As ode to Irish classic, Würstmacher Adam Gertler has created a corned beef & cabbage sausage, featuring all-beef sausage blended with cabbage, garlic & corned beef spices in sheep casing. Served with grilled sauerkraut, as a breakfast burrito, as corn dog, sliced with dipping sauce or on King’s Hawaiian rolls. On menus through March. Find locales regionwide.

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DUBLIN, CA: The city hosts its annual St. Patrick's parade & festival March 18-19 — rain or shine — with such Irish offerings as corned beef sliders, bangers and mash, Guinness-marinated tri-tip on Irish soda bread, boxty, and, of course, fish and chips. Info. Downtown Dublin.

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DUNKIN': If your end-of-the-rainbow pot of gold is Irish Crème Flavored Coffee, you're in luck. The festive flavor, iced or frozen, with sweet crème, vanilla & Irish Crème whisky notes is available through March 21. First launched in 2013, Irish Creme Flavored Coffee has been a fan-favorite ever since. Offered at shops areawide.
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GALLAGHER'S PUB: With corned beef & cabbage, multiple bars & multiple bands. 7821 Amador Valley Road, Dublin.

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HOLY FAMLY PARISH: Don't miss corned beef brisket, cabbage, carrots, potatoes & dessert. Info. At 4848 Pearl Ave., San Jose.

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JACK IN THE BOX: Indulge in a minty moment for St. Patrick’s Day with the limited-time Mint Mobile Shake — made with Oreo cookie pieces, whipped, minty topping & a cherry. Cost: $4.89, but prices may vary by location. Locations statewide.

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JOHNNY DOUGHNUTS: Don't miss the shop's annual, festive take on St. Patrick's Day, including the green, tried-and-true "Sprinkley Guy," on March 17. Locations in Larkspur, San Francisco, San Rafael & Santa Rosa.

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KIWANIS CLUB WINDSOR: St. Patrick's Day corned beef & cabbage grab & go dinners available. Order/info. Pick-up at Windsor Methodist Church, 9451 Brooks Road, Windsor.

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KRISPY KREME: Wear green March 16-17 & score one free O’riginal Glazed Doughnut— no purchase necessary and valid for in-shop or drive-thru. Or enjoy new, “Good as Gold” gold-themed doughnuts. The collection features: Golden Cookies & Kreme Doughnut with golden cookie pieces & gold sprinkles; Hat O’ Gold Doughnut with plaid green icing; Golden Sprinkle Doughnut; & Rainbow Kreme Filled with rainbow sugar piece. Details. Shops statewide.

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LITTLE ORIGINAL JOE'S: The market will feature St. Paddy's to-go specials of corned beef & cabbage, Chocolate Guinness Cake, Dr. Pete's Irish Soda Bread mix, house-made Irish ravioli (spinach pasta filled with corned beef, cabbage & potato) & more. Website here & Facebook here. At 393 W. Portal Ave., San Francisco.

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NORM'S PLACE. Serving traditional corned beef dinners & sandwiches March 17 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. 356 Hartz Ave., Danville.

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ORIGINAL JOE'S: The iconic SF restaurant's famed corned beef & cabbage special is back for St. Patrick's Day, alongside green cream-topped Irish coffees & Chocolate Guinness Cake with whipped cream cheese frosting. Stop by North Beach or Westlake for Thursday lunch or lunch & dinner on Friday, March 17. Website/reservations. In Daly City & San Francisco.

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SALLY TOMATOES: Lively celebration of classic film, "The Quiet Man," accompanied by an authentic Irish meal & drink specials. Details. At 1100 Valley House Drive, Rohnert Park.

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SCHROEDER'S SF: Don't miss the 37th annual St. Patrick's Day block party Friday, March 17, starting at 3 p.m. when the street is shut down. Plenty of Irish dishes, including corned beef sandwiches, offered, along with green beer & live entertainment. Details. At 240 Front St., San Francisco.

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7-ELEVEN: Get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit, and get $2 off a favorite 12-pack of Hard Seltzer in-store at participating locations or via 7NOW delivery. And keep the winning streak going with a $10 large pizza + five-piece bone-in wings bundle. Offers for 7Rewards members statewide.

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SMALLCAKES CUPCAKERY: Ordering underway for St. Paddy-themed treats. 95 Railroad Ave., Danville.

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TGI FRIDAYS: St. Patrick’s Day drink deals run from open to close March 17 with all-day “Happy Every Hour” menu. Included are $2 beers, $4 cocktails & $5 wine, plus such cocktails as Electric Lemonade, Whiskey Sour & Tequila Sunrise. Find restaurant in Union City.

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TONY'S PIZZA NAPOLETANA: In timely, St. Patrick's style, award-winning Chef/Owner Tony Gemignani brings back the Sausage & Stout Pizza ($29), made with beer sausage, house-made mozzarella, Guinness beer & drizzle of malted Guinness reduction. Offered March 15-19. Best enjoyed with a pint! Info. At 1570 Stockton St., San Francisco.

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YARD HOUSE: Toast St. Paddy's Day March 17 with Guinness + House Beer blends, Dublin mules, green beer with more than 100 options on tap & favorite food pairings. Website. Find locales statewide.

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