Readers Pick Best Spots to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

Readers had a tough time deciding the best spot in the area for celebrating St. Patrick's Day.

But, after a week-long vote, in Montclair garnered a first place win—but by only a few votes.

Accepting cash only, Tierney's has always wanted to be known as the place "where friends meet." The no-frills establishment turns out surprisingly excellent burgers and onion rings and offers a vast assortment of domestic and imported beer, wine, and liquor.

St. Patrick's Day happens here in a big way. Think 250 pounds of corned beef and "tons" of Guinness. Irish music starts at 4 p.m. with no cover charge.

Coming in a very close second in our Patch poll was the in Caldwell. And not too far behind the Cloverleaf was in Verona.

Founded in 1933 by the current owner's grandfather, the Cloverleaf has become an institution with a history as rich as its menu. Renowned for its vast beer selection, the Cloverleaf boasts tasty American cuisine. 

The Leaf will open at 10 a.m. Saturday, serving Irish Soda Bread French Toast and bangers from 10 to 11 a.m. Live music starts at noon with bagpipers stopping in throughout the day.

So celebrate the luck o' the Irish this weekend at one of these top spots:

Tierney's is located at 136-138 Valley Road in Montclair.

The Cloverleaf is located at 395 Bloomfield Avenue in Caldwell.

O'Neils Restaurant and Pub is located at 706 Bloomfield Avenue in Verona.

Congrats to Tierney's, Cloverleaf, and O'Neils and thanks to everyone who voted!