Brisbane’s 5 Best Irish Pubs for St. Patrick’s Day and Beyond

Brisbanites, make your way over to Manly for one of our favourite spots for a traditional Irish feed, Celtic Corner Bar. Although its technically not an Irish pub, we just had to include them in this roundup. Famed for their live music that’s on offer, here at Celtic Corner Bar guests can also expect a pleasant restaurant that focuses on a fusion of modern Australian meets Irish cuisine. Open Tuesday to Sunday, Celtic Corner Bar serves breakfast on the weekends or lunch and dinner daily.

Thirty minutes northwest out of the CBD will land you at one of the top Irish pubs around Brisbane, Finnigans Chin. Open seven days a week, this small but mighty establishment always seems to work up a crowd in their bar as well as within their open beer garden. This year for St. Patrick’s Day Finnigans Chin will be kicking off the celebrations from the weekend with food specials, live entertainment and even best dressed prizes too. We’ll cheers to that!

For a more modern Irish pub experience, head to Fortitude Valley’s Finn McCool’s this St. Patrick’s Day. The interiors are described as old meets new thanks to the stained glass furnishings that are set amongst exposed brick and neon signs. This St. Patrick’s Day Finns McCool’s will be transforming into an unforgettable festival backed by live entertainment, pop up bars, Irish dancers, pipe bands and plenty of Guinness to go round. Hungry for more? The Irish Nachos and Chicken Curry do not disappoint!

Following the Gaelic phrase that translates to “a hundred thousand welcomes”, to say that Gilhooleys is warm and hospitable would be an understatement. For over 30 years this Albert Street establishment has rightfully earnt its place as one of the best Irish pubs in Brisbane. Is it because of the authentic Irish hospitality? The traditional selection of Irish and Australian pub fare? Or, maybe it’s because of the perfectly poured pints? Regardless, you’ll just have to visit to see for yourself!