Where can I get corned beef and cabbage in Denver for St. Patrick's Day?

Five Denver-area spots are recommended for National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day on March 17th: The Abbey Tavern on East Colfax, Finley's Pub on South Pearl Street, The Irish Rover Pub on South Broadway, The Pig & The Sprout at Chestnut Place, and Slattery's Pub & Grill in Greenwood Village.

What are the best Irish pubs in Denver for St. Patrick's Day?

For St. Patrick's Day in Denver, top Irish pub options include The Abbey Tavern on East Colfax, Finley's Pub on South Pearl Street, and The Irish Rover Pub on South Broadway — all recommended for their corned beef and cabbage specials. Slattery's Pub & Grill in Greenwood Village is a great suburban alternative.

What is the origin of corned beef and cabbage?

Corned beef and cabbage was created by Irish immigrants who fled to the Americas during the great famine in the late 19th century. With little money, they substituted their traditional pork and potato diet with beef and cabbage, the latter serving essentially as a filler.

When is National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day?

National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day falls on March 17th, which coincides with St. Patrick's Day. Several Denver-area pubs and restaurants offer special corned beef and cabbage dishes to mark the occasion.

Is there a place to get corned beef and cabbage outside of Denver proper?

Yes — Slattery's Pub & Grill at 5364 Greenwood Plaza Blvd in Greenwood Village is the only suburban option on the list, making it a convenient choice for diners south of Denver looking to celebrate National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day on March 17th.

Where is The Irish Rover Pub located in Denver?

The Irish Rover Pub is located at 54 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80209. It is one of five spots recommended for enjoying corned beef and cabbage on National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day, March 17th.

Where is The Pig & The Sprout located?

The Pig & The Sprout is located at 1900 Chestnut Pl, Denver, CO 80202. It is featured among five Denver restaurants and pubs serving corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick's Day and National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day.

5 Places to Eat Corned Beef & Cabbage on St. Patty’s Day

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Published on March 16, 2023 • 9:11 PM MDT

Updated on June 24, 2026 • 3:17 PM MDT

St. Patrick’s Day festivities continue through this weekend, giving you another opportunity to party around town, guzzle green beer, and delight in some food specials. Last week we gave you a list of celebrations to attend and dropped the quick fact that St. Patty isn’t Irish (*gasp*).

Today, we’re bringing you the origin of the popular seasonal dish created by Irish immigrants: corned beef and cabbage. Millions of immigrants had escaped the great famine in the late 19th century by fleeing to the Americas with little to no money. Being frugal with their income, they deviated from their pork and potato diet to beef and (essentially a filler) cabbage. If you have come to love this sensible dish, here are five spots that can feed your craving on National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day on March 17th.

The Abbey Tavern

5151 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220

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Finley’s Pub

375 S Pearl St, Denver, CO 80209

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The Irish Rover Pub

54 S Broadway, Denver, CO 80209

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The Pig & The Sprout

1900 Chestnut Pl, Denver, CO 80202

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Slattery’s Pub & Grill

5364 Greenwood Plaza Blvd, Greenwood Village, CO 80111

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Gaby has been part of the Denver/Boulder food scene since 2015 when she moved to Colorado. While gradually losing her ability to eat due to six years of misdiagnosed food allergies, she became fascinated with the culinary scene. Gaby, aka The Restaurant Encyclopedia, has been DiningOut's restaurant coordinator for food festivals since 2017 and joined the editorial team in 2022.

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