Can you smell the shamrocks budding? That’s St. Patrick’s Day telling you it’s time to savor some green beer at one of South Beach’s many local dive bars, Irish taverns and pubs, and hidden gems. Jump in on the St. Paddy’s Day festivities and party at one of these top 10 bars near Miami. (Please, be responsible: Don’t drink and drive!)
The Auld Dubliner
91 NW 1st Street, Miami, FL | Follow on: Facebook – Twitter – Instagram
You’ll find the finest Irish whiskeys, stouts, ales and authentic cuisine at The Auld Dubliner Irish Pub & Kitchen. Opening in late-2019, this Miami bar celebrates its first-ever St. Patrick’s Day in 2020. Join them for a rousing good time with friends, family and complete strangers (it’s the Dublin way).
Bryson’s
3790 Curtiss Pkwy, Virginia Gardens, FL | Follow on: Facebook – Twitter – Instagram
Located near Miami Int’l Airport, Bryson’s is one of the most respected Irish pubs in the region. Featuring indoor and outdoor seating – the latter of which is perfect for big groups on St. Patrick’s Day – full bar service, daily drink specials and happy hour, and dozens of HD televisions, Bryson’s is a great option come March 17.
Kelly Brothers Irish Pub
3045 N Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, FL | Follow on: Facebook
Craft beers, cocktails and live music are always on tap at Kelly Brothers Irish Pub in Ft. Lauderdale. It’s also recognized as the only bar in town with an upstairs lounge (Upper-Deck Lounge) that comes complete with pool tables, poker, darts, and a full liquor bar and service staff. If you’ve got a large gathering of people to keep happy on St. Paddy’s Day, you can even rent out Upper-Deck Lounge.
Mickey Byrne’s Irish Pub
1921 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL | Follow on: Facebook – Twitter – Instagram
Historic Downtown Hollywood is home to cute cafés, fine-dining restaurants and Micky Byrne’s, one of the most popular Irish pubs in South Florida. Serving up a touch of authentic Ireland with modern American flair, Mickey Byrne’s also participates in the town’s annual St. Patrick’s Day festivities (parade and festival).
Mike’s Miami
555 NE 15th St., Miami, FL | Follow on: Facebook – Instagram
Voted as one of the best sports bars in the region, Mike’s Miami is an anti-franchise pub that offers a friendly atmosphere and wondrous panoramic views of Biscayne Bay. Every St. Patty’s Day, Mike’s pulls out all the stops with their yearly party. Don’t skip this little gem in downtown Miami!
The Playwright Irish Pub
1265 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL | Follow on: Facebook – Instagram
Best known as the “casual Irish pub on the corner,” The Playwright is uniquely eclectic yet traditional in its Irish-ness. Grab a pint of Guinness at the bar, catch a game, shoot billiards and enjoy people-watching from the wide windows overlooking Washington Ave. It’s a great location to see St. Patrick’s Day unfold on the streets of Miami.
John Martin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
253 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL | Follow on: Facebook – Twitter – Instagram
Since 1989, locals have enjoyed the food, fun, spirits and live entertainment at Coral Gables’ iconic John Martin’s Irish Pub. They have special events and deals planned every week, and on St. Paddy’s Day, this cozy little bar is a crowd favorite.
Mac’s Club Deuce
222 14th St., Miami Beach, FL | Follow on: Facebook – Twitter
A stylish local dive bar, Mac’s Club Deuce is an excellent place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the cheap – or any event or holiday, for that matter. The self-proclaimed oldest bar in Miami, Mac’s features a laid-back atmosphere with billiards and a jukebox.
Lost Weekend
218 Española Way, Miami Beach, FL | Follow on: Facebook – Instagram
The hip St. Patrick’s Day partyer will find themselves home inside Lost Weekend. The bar features vintage arcade and video games, pool tables, and a diverse list of craft beers to satisfy palettes.
Pearl Champagne Lounge
One Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, FL | Follow on: Facebook – Twitter
If you like your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to be more sophisticated, sip some bubbly at Pearl, Miami’s coolest champagne lounge and bar. The 10,000-square-foot club features VIP stadium seating, a mind-blowing sound system, and a covered outside terrace over the Atlantic.
From all of us at Braman Genesis, we hope you have a wonderful and safe St. Patrick’s Day in Miami. If you can’t drive your G70 home – and you shouldn’t even try if you’ve been out partying – AAA does provide a special service to help: Tow to Go. Free for everyone, Tow to Go is a lifesaver that keeps you away from the back seat of a St. Paddy’s Day paddy wagon. In fact, since the program’s inception, AAA has prevented 25,000 impaired drivers from getting behind the wheel.
