There are many worthwhile reasons for lifting a pint, but possibly the grandest reason of all is the celebration of all things Irish on St. Patrick’s Day!  Here’s a roundup of some of Surrey’s best pubs and restaurants to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. May the luck of the Irish be with you and remember, “there are only two kinds of people in the world: the Irish, And those who wish they were.”

The Dublin Crossing Public House

Everyone’s welcome at the Dublin Crossing as they celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! They’ll have food and drink specials, live music, Irish dancers, a bagpiper, face painters and more! $10 cover charge. (101 – 18789 Fraser Highway)

Donegal’s Irish House

Get your Irish on at Donegal’s Irish House from noon until late on March 17.  They’ve stocked up on Guinness, green beer and Irish Whisky. The Irish dancers are ready and waiting and they’re rolling out a feature menu!

Mainland Whisky

Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day at the Mainland with live music by the Aiden Miller Duo, Cornish Pasties, Guiness and Lucky Charms Moonshine! Open at 2pm, party starts at 6pm and the live music starts at 7:00pm. Reservations are encouraged.

The Henry Public House

St. Patrick’s Day lovers head to The Henry on Friday, March 17 for a festive day of food specials, $8 pints (18oz) of Guiness and $6 Jameson shots (1oz) all day long.

Rusty's Neighbourhood Pub

Rusty’s Neighbourhood Pub is gearing up for an epic St. Patrick’s Day bash! With DJ Johnny Love spinning tunes both Saturday and Sunday, it’s double the fun. Saturday, from 9pm to 1am, promises drink specials and a chance to score some Irish swag. Sunday, 2pm to 6pm, gets even better with Irish dancers at 3:15pm and a mouthwatering menu featuring Irish Stew, Bangers & Mash, and Guinness Cheese Cake.  (101 – 17770 56 Ave)

The Taphouse Guildford

They’re celebrating Ireland all month long at the Taphouse with a special menu featuring Guinness Cheese Dip, Irish Stew, Lamb Burgers and drink specials. St. Patrick’s weekend celebrations start on Saturday with “The Green Bash” from 10pm to 2am featuring live DJs and prizes. Sunday boasts an all day happy hour, green beer and giveaways.  (15330 102A Ave)

The Social Tavern

The Social Tavern is hosting a weekend filled with the ultimate game of Leprechaun hide and seek. Sneaky Leprechauns have taken refuge in the tavern, and it’s your chance to uncover their hiding spots. Find them all for a chance to win a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, including a gift card worth $250. On Sunday, starting at 10am, they’ll have green beer, giveaways, festive vibes and Irish spirit. (8410 160 St)