Seasonal & Holidays

Best Irish Pubs In Annapolis Area According to Yelp

May the luck of the Irish be with you while finding the best pub this St. Patrick's Day in the Annapolis region.

ANNAPOLIS, MD — Saint Patrick's Day is on March 17 this year, and what better way to enjoy the holiday than drinking a pint at an Annapolis Irish pub? Grab your green and shamrock n' roll all night long at the best Annapolis area Irish pubs, according to Yelp users.

1. Galway Bay Irish Restaurant and Pub

Galway is a very enjoyable bar with fantastic food and a great atmosphere. We recommend the thick and juicy corn beef, the shepherd's pie and the lamb sliders.

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2. Castlebay Irish Pub

Castlebay Irish Pub is a neighborhood favorite. They have great Irish coffee with hand whipped whipped cream and very friendly staff. There's a vast selection of whiskey and beer, and the live music makes for a great night out.

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3. Fado Irish Pub

Fado has the perfect, cozy pub atmosphere and an outside patio ideal for a warm night. The bar patrons get very enthusiastic when a soccer game is on, so we'd imagine this is a fun and spirited place to celebrate the holiday.

Others to check out:

Blackthorn Irish Pub, 209 S. Talbot St. in Saint Michaels, phone (410) 745-8011. Says reviewer: "Stopped in on a drive home from nearby Easton to pick up a bite to eat and catch some football after walking around St. Michaels. The atmosphere is typical of an Irish pub, no frills read more."


What did we miss? Add your suggestions to the list in comments below.

McGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster Bar, 8 Market Space in Annapolis, phone (410) 263-5700. Review: "I would recommend this place for the bar! The bar was a perfect little place to bar hop!! read more"

Killarney House, 584 W Central Ave. in Davidsonville, phone (410) 798-8700. Review: "The bar features live music on the weekends, typically a solo guitarist banging out Irish ditties for sing alongs and their expansive outdoor seating makes the perfect spot to chase… read more"

Middleton Tavern, 2 Market Space in Annapolis, phone (410) 263-3323. Review: "The best? Oyster Shooters and drinks at the bar! The worst? Dinner. Crazy overpriced. … read more"


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