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Feeling that wanna-be-Irish spirit springing up from within? If you've got your green clothes out waiting for St. Patrick's day, and you can't wait to start the party, this little leprechaun has a few places you might want to check out in your pub-hopping adventures.
The Irish Snug, 1201 E Colfax Ave, will be hosting an all day event, the "Capitol Hill Hooley." Admission is $3 (under 12 is free) and will benefit the Friends of Kids in Crisis. The celebration will include dancers, singers and food galore. The fish 'n' chips are rather tasty and to wash them down you should try the Nutty Irishman Martini. Later on in the evening, sharing an Irish Carbomb with some of your friends might just get ya dancin' or looking for a four leaf clover under the table, also known as a seamróg.
The Squealing Pig, 2700 E Third Ave, is nestled into a little corner in the heart of Cherry Creek. Here they have a wide assortment of fine Irish foods, if there is such a thing. It's a bit pricey, but the plates are huge and the taste is well worth it. I would strongly suggest the bread pudding with a special cream dressing to satisfy your sweet tooth. I would have to say that they are quite proud of their three-pour Guinness too. Only one major malfunction here though, I'm sorry to say there is no wheelchair accessibility. Pionta Guinness, le do thoil (A pint of Guinness, please!).
Nallen's, 1429 Market St, is a great place if your single and around the thirty-something age range, or if you're looking for a rough and rowdy Irish crowd. This must be the only Irish pub in town that doesn't serve food, but what do you need food for when you can get all of your essential vitamins in a plastic cup of Guinness. If the after-parade partygoers slamming Jameson shots and puking on the floor by 8:30 p.m. is a hint as to what's to come on St. Patrick's Day, I suggest wearing your rubbers or you can run for higher ground on the heated rooftop lounge! An bhfuil tú ar meisce fós? (Are you drunk yet?)
You can start the top 'o' the mornin' at Duffy's Shamrock, 1635 Court Place, for breakfast, or satisfy the sloshing in your stomach with the late-night menu, available until 1:30 a.m. Either way, the atmosphere here is very friendly. Duffy's is sort of an Irish café/pub frequented by the downtown after-work crowd, yet is frighteningly similar to a scene straight out of "Cheers." Not only does the bartender know everybody's name and what they drink, he upholds the slogan on the paper placemat "World Famous for Irish Coffee" with talent. Tabhair póg dom, táim Éireannach! (Kiss me, I'm Irish!)
Celtic Crossing, 1801 Blake St, is the largest, yet coziest, authentic Irish pub in town. Even though Celtic is huge, it has a warm, down-home feeling with genuine accents to match. On St. Patrick's Day they will host a myriad of jolly festivities. I've heard that they are the place for the best fish 'n' chips. For something more authentic, try the beef and Guinness stew, one among the wide assortment of Celtic choices, which include Scottish and Welch. The set up is unique, with separate rooms including an Irish library, a cigar room, hearths and more. From 1-4 p.m. for a mere $14 for adults and $7 for wee ones, you can partake of the all-you-can-eat buffet while enjoying great Irish music. If you're a poor college student you can pay just $5 for cover, but sorry, that doesn't cover the buffet!
Enjoy and beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig oraibh! (St. Patrick's Day blessings upon you!)
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