Clover cookies from Bouchon Bakery

Photo: courtesy of the restaurant

It’s green dining of a different kind on March 17, when pubs around town celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Irish food, brews and spirited fun.

Boiler Room: This East Village gay bar is serving corned beef with cabbage and also offering drink specials (212-254-7536).

Half King: Two live bands – one featuring bagpipes – will be playing at this low-key Chelsea pub, one of which features bagpipes (212-462-4300).

Landmark Tavern: The long-standing Hell's Kitchen tavern is celebrating with special Irish fare (212-247-2562).

P. J. Clarke's: Yup, this Midtown classic is also trotting out corned beef and cabbage for the holiday (212-317-1616).

Puck Fair: At this SoHo pub, extra Guinness will be on tap to fuel the green-clad hordes (212-431-1200).

Stout: This Garment District bar will have drink specials and DJs, and also a yet-to-be-determined cover charge (212-629-6191).

McSorley's: The granddaddy of New York bars opens early at 8 AM in honor of the day (212-254-2570).

Not enough options for you? Don't forget to check our list of the Top Irish Pubs. Finally, if you're looking for festive treats that don't involve brain-cell loss, Bouchon Bakery is selling soda bread for $3.25 and packs of four-leaf-clover cookies for $9 (212-823-9366).