San Diego’s dining and nightlife scene is hopping this month, with a mix of festive celebrations, new openings, and limited-time culinary offerings. From St. Patrick’s Day specials and craft beer showcases to anniversary meals and new restaurant launches, there’s something for every palate and party style. Here’s what’s happening around the city.
Borrego Rooftop Kitchen +Cocktails Shamrock stacked fries and Lucky Charms. (Photo courtesy of Borrego Rooftop Kitchen + Cocktails)St. Patrick’s Day Specials: March 13–17
San Diego venues are going all out for the luckiest weekend of the month.
Borrego Rooftop Kitchen + Cocktails, located on the ninth floor of Hotel Indigo San Diego – Gaslamp Quarter, will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with festive bites and drinks. Guests can sip a green draft of Stone Brewing’s Buenaveza Salt & Lime Lager paired with a “Lucky Charms” shot made with Jameson Irish Whiskey, Midori, peach liqueur, and citrus, garnished with a Lucky Charms marshmallow, priced at $15.
The rooftop will also serve Shamrock Stacked Fries, a shareable dish topped with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and house-made Russian dressing, priced at $17.
El Chingon in the Gaslamp Quarter will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with two days of festivities. On Sunday, March 15, the “Bad Ass Mexican” hotspot will host a Shamrock and Mimosas brunch beginning at 11 a.m., featuring a live DJ, mimosas,s and brunch favorites such as chilaquiles, breakfast burritos, and huevos rancheros. Reservations are recommended and include a mimosa and brunch item starting at $10. Call (817) 870-9973 or reserve through Eventbrite.
Green beer at El Chignon. (Photo courtesy of El Chignon)The celebration continues Tuesday, March 17, with $6 green beer drafts and bottles of Jameson Irish Whiskey for $200, along with menu items such as carne asada plates and tacos starting at $5.
Romanissimo, Little Italy, March 17Romanissimo is marking St. Patrick’s Day with a festive cocktail that adds an Italian twist to the Irish holiday. The restaurant’s Shamrock Silk blends vanilla vodka, crème de menthe, coconut cream, and lime, topped with cold vanilla foam for a smooth green finish. The specialty drink will be available March 17 for guests looking to celebrate the holiday with something a little different than the usual green beer.
Shamrock Silk. (Photo courtesy of Romanissimo)Greystone Steakhouse, Gaslamp Quarter, March 17In the Gaslamp Quarter, Greystone Steakhouse is offering a St. Patrick’s Day special pairing tacos with green beer for $12. Guests can choose between prime New York strip tacos or salmon tacos, both served with the festive brew. The one-day promotion adds a casual holiday option in the middle of the Gaslamp’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
Tacos at Greystone. (Photo courtesy of Greystone)PO5 and Chocolat, Gaslamp Quarter, March 17Gaslamp nightlife spots PO5 and Chocolat are keeping the St. Patrick’s Day celebration simple with $5 green beers on March 17. The easygoing specials make both venues convenient stops for bar-hoppers moving through the neighborhood’s holiday crowds.
Amuri, Mira Mesa, March 17At Amuri in Mira Mesa, the Sicilian restaurant is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with 50 percent off all beers and cocktails throughout the day on March 17. The promotion turns the holiday into an all-day toast, giving guests a chance to enjoy discounted drinks with lunch, dinner, or late-night gatherings.
Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge, Little Italy, March 17Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge is leaning into Irish-inspired drinks for St. Patrick’s Day. Specials include Guinness, a Lucky Irishman Shot, a Shamrock Sprit,z and an Irish Flag Shot. Earlier in the day, brunch guests can also order Irish Coffee or Baileys and Coffee before the evening celebrations get underway.
Moonshine Beach, Pacific Beach – Celebrate across three days with $15 Corned Beef Sliders, $7 Guinness, $2 Green Jell-O Shots, $7 Tullamore Dew, $7 Green Tea Shots, and $8 Irish Slammers. Dance the night away with live music and DJs on Moonshine’s expansive dance floor.
Moonshine Beach St. Patrick’s. (Photo courtesy of Good Time Design)Happy Does, Gaslamp – Enjoy the $11 Irish Goodbye cocktail made with Tullamore Dew Whiskey, Irish cream, and Frangelico. The retro-inspired bar offers free arcade games, darts, foosball, and bar bites like the Smash San Diego Burger and Happy Wrap.
Happy Does game hall. (Photo courtesy of Good Time Design)Moonshine Flats & The Deck, Downtown – Pair a Guinness and a Jameson shot for $12 and enjoy Loaded Fries, Wings, Beef Dip, and more before heading to Moonshine Flats for music and dancing.
Monshine Flats. (Photo courtesy of Good Time Design)Patrick’s Gaslamp Pub, Gaslamp – Get into the Irish spirit with green beer, Tullamore D.E.W specials, and live Irish music. A $5 perfect pint of Guinness is available until 7 p.m., and the $10 cocktail menu includes Irish Coffee, Dublin Old Fashioned, and Emerald Isle Lemonade.
Patrick’s Gaslamp Pub, St. Patrick’s Day (Photo courtesy of Good Time Design)Vistal, InterContinental San Diego – Sip an Irish Flight ($35) with Bushmills, Teeling, and Redbreast, a Guinness + Jameson ($28), or an Irish Old Fashioned ($21). Arrive dressed in green and enjoy 15% off bar bites while taking in sweeping views of San Diego Bay.
Vistal_Patio (Photo courtesy of InterContinental San Diego)Louisiana Purchase: Beef Ribs Through March
Louisiana Purchase beef ribs. (Flyer courtesy of Louisiana Purchase)North Park’s Louisiana Purchase has added beef ribs to the menu for a limited-time run through March. Enjoy a ¼ rack for $20a, a ½ rack for $36, or a full rack for $65, paired with a side of fried okra with ghost pepper dust for $9. The restaurant, at University Avenue and Louisiana Street, opens for dinner at 3:00 p.m. daily.
Fonda del Barrio: Live Music in Barrio Logan
Fonda del Barrio. (Photo courtesy of Fonda del Barrio)Barrio Logan’s Fonda del Barrio keeps weekends lively with performances from Luis Torres (Friday, March 13), Sergio Estrada (Saturday, March 14), and Sergio D’Tala (Sunday, March 15). The venue features a traditional dining room and cocktail bar/lounge, with happy hour from 4:00 p.m., including $7 margaritas and $6 Mexican draft beers.
The Art of Beer: Craft Meets Visual ArtBallast Point Brewing Company in Little Italy hosts The Art of Beer on Saturday, March 14. This 21+ event blends craft beer tasting with visual art, focusing on the people, storytelling, and design behind each brew. Participating breweries include 3 Punk Ales, Coronado Brewing, Fall Brewing, Harland Brewing, Karl Strauss, Pizza Port, Societe Brewing, and Stone Brewing.
Ballast Point Brewing. (Photo courtesy of Ballast Point Brewing)George’s at the Cove: “Spring Forward, Sip Back” Wine Specials
George’s at the Cove. (Photocourtesy of George’s at the Cove)Fresh off its $1 million Ocean Terrace remodel, George’s at the Cove celebrates Daylight Saving Time with select bottles of wine:
Adega de Penalva, Dao Branco “Indígena” – $32 Vigneti del Sol, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo – $34 Josef Fischer, Grüner Veltliner – $38 Mas de Gourgonnier, Les Baux de Provence Rouge – $38 Fableist Rose, The Butterfly and the Wasp – $40Cloak & Petal: MICHELIN Recognition
Cloak & Petal. (Photo courtesy of Cloak & Petal)Little Italy’s Cloak & Petal earned MICHELIN recognition in December 2025 in the “Good for: Groups” category. The sushi and Japanese-inspired restaurant opens for dinner at 4:00 p.m. daily. Parties of 13 or more must coordinate with an event manager.
SONO: New Modern Italian in North Park
An plate at SONO. (Photo courtesy of SONO)North Park welcomes SONO on Saturday, March 14, at 2835 University Ave. Executive Chef Nino Cusimano serves house-made pastas, artisan pizzas, and tableside focaccia. Signature dishes include Pizza Sono with salsiccia, friarielli arrostiti, bufala, shaved parmigiano, and toasted walnuts; homemade baked gnocchi with pomodoro, eggplant, basil, and fresh mozzarella; and Polipo Croccante with crispy octopus, potato purée, and pea sauce. Ocean Mohamadi leads the cocktail program with seasonal, innovative drinks designed for pairing or slow sipping. Open 7 days a week, 4–10 p.m.
Lucky’s Lunch Counter: 14th Anniversary
Lucky’s Lunch Counter turkey club (Photo Courtesy of Good Time Design)Lucky’s Lunch Counter in the Ballpark District celebrates its 14th anniversary with $14 combo meals through March 24, featuring the diner’s top five crowd favorites with a fountain drink or coffee: Bases Loaded Burrito, 2 Egg Combo, Turkey Club, Reuben Sandwich, and BBQ Chicken Salad. Padres player Jackson Merill counts Lucky’s among his go-to breakfast spots.
Garibaldi: Croatian Dinner Series
Garibaldi appetizer spread. (Photo courtesy of Chris Costa)From Friday, March 20, to Sunday, March 22, Garibaldi at the InterContinental San Diego brings the Adriatic coast to life with Chef Franck Tasic’s Croatian Dinner. Menu highlights include:
Cocktails: Gemist, Bevanda, Bambus flight Salad: Salata od Rajčice with heirloom tomatoes, black olive crumble, svježi sir, pumpkin seed oil Hot appetizers: Crni Rizot (Black Risotto), Fuži s Tartufima (truffle pasta) Entrées: Pečeni Brancin (Grilled Branzino), Pašticada (Dalmatian beef stew) Dessert: Knedle sa Šljivama (Plum dumplings)Dinner is $65 per person, with an optional wine pairing for $35.
National Espresso Martini Day: March 15
Smoking Gun espresso martini. (Photo courtesy of the Smoking Gun)Celebrate this caffeinated cocktail at other San Diego hotspots:
Duck Dive espresso martini. (Photo courtesy of Duck Dive) 6th & G Breakfast Co., East Village: Espresso, vodka, honey, white chocolate, half & half, topped with a toasted marshmallow. The Duck Dive, Pacific Beach: Cold Brew Martini with Layback Vodka, Tahitian vanilla, Mario’s Hard Espresso, and Dropkick Cold Brew. Hasta Mañana Cantina, Gaslamp: Vanilla tequila, Cantera Negra, Baileys, and espresso The Smoking Gun, Downtown: Vodka, Spill the Beans Cold Brew, Irish cream.San Diego’s March food and drink calendar is packed with limited-time specials, festive drinks, and one-of-a-kind events. Whether celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, trying a new cocktail, or exploring a new restaurant, there’s plenty to sip, savor, and enjoy this month.Do you have any restaurant news? A new chef? New location? Special menu? If so, drop me a line at Debbiesklar@cox.net, and you could be included in a future Eat Beat.Hence then, the article about raise a glass san diego s march food drink highlights from irish to adriatic was published today ( ) and is available on Times of San Diego ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
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