Dig Into Irish Pub Food Favorites to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Northeastern PA
You don’t have to travel to Emerald Isle to experience the flavors of Irish pub food. NEPA has you covered from slow-cooked corned beef and cabbage to rich shepherd’s pie and crispy fish and chips. Restaurants all over Northeastern PA are serving up delicious Irish specialty foods to get you in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit. This holiday isn’t just about the parades and green beer—it’s also the perfect time to indulge in hearty, traditional Irish fare!
If you’re craving a classic Irish meal or a tasty dish with Celtic flare, these local restaurants and pubs in NEPA have you covered. No matter how you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this year, these NEPA restaurants are making sure you won’t go hungry. Sláinte!
Scranton, PA
Andy Gavin’s Eatery & Pub in Scranton serves traditional Irish pub food including corned beef and cabbage, and Shepherd’s Pie. These savory staples are offered alongside a full pub menu, making it a reliable spot for classic Irish fare.
Must Try: Irish Potato Soup
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Wilkes-Barre, PA
CrisNics Irish Pub in South Wilkes-Barre offers Irish nachos, a corned beef and Swiss hoagie, and Irish sliders stacked with corned beef and Swiss. These savory pub specialties are featured alongside rotating weekly food specials, giving diners consistent options centered on traditional Irish flavors.
Must Try: Irish Hoagie
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Dingmans Ferry, PA
Fáilte Irish Pub & Steakhouse in Dingmans Ferry serves traditional savory dishes like Shepherd’s Pie and Irish Chicken Curry Stew. Their Sunday brunch features Irish-inspired specialties including a Corned Beef Hash Breakfast and Irish French Toast made with Irish soda bread.
Must Try: Bangers and Mash
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Hallstead, PA
Maloney’s Irish Pub & Family Restaurant in Hallstead serves Ireland-inspired dishes like Irish Pub Rolls stuffed with corned beef, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese. These specialties are featured alongside rotating draft beers, giving diners a reliable stop for classic pub flavors with an Irish influence.
Must Try: Irish Whiskey Steak
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Jim Thorpe, PA
Molly Maguires Pub & Steakhouse in Jim Thorpe serves delicious Irish pub food like Shepherd’s Pie and Dublin Style Fish n Chips inside the Hotel Switzerland. These dishes anchor the menu, offering classic Irish fare in the heart of downtown Jim Thorpe.
Must Try: Shepherd’s Pie
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Wilkes-Barre, PA
Molly O’Sheas at Mohegan Pennsylvania in Wilkes-Barre serves Irish comfort dishes like corned beef, fish and chips, and bangers and mash with Guinness. The menu also includes Irish nachos topped with corned beef, beef mushroom soup, and a wide selection of Irish whiskeys available for custom flights.
Must Try: Cottage Pie
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Swoyersville, PA
Murphy’s Pub in Swoyersville blends a neighborhood Irish tavern atmosphere with a casual sports bar setting. The menu features Irish-inspired items like Irish nachos made with house-cut potato chips alongside pub favorites including pizza, wings, subs, and home-style entrées.
Must Try: Potato Pizza
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Pine Grove, PA
O’Neals Pub in Pine Grove serves Irish-inspired fare like Irish Nachos topped with fries, ranch dressing, bacon, and cheddar jack cheese, alongside seasonal pours of green beer during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. The pub marks the holiday with themed gatherings, pairing its festive atmosphere with a full food and drink menu.
Must Try: Irish Wings
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From traditional pub classics to modern Irish-inspired favorites, these local spots bring a taste of Ireland to NEPA. Whether you’re stopping in for a hearty meal, a perfectly poured pint or a festive St. Patrick’s Day celebration, each offers its own take on Irish hospitality. Gather with friends, explore time-honored recipes and discover new favorites along the way.
Sláinte! Classic Irish Pubs in NEPA
St. Patrick's Day in NEPA
Start planning your St. Patrick’s Day festivities today! Discover local events, catch a parade and soak up all the Celtic fun that NEPA has to offer this March.
Article updated from its original version published on 3/7/25.
