Best Irish Pubs & Restaurants in the U.S. for St. Patrick’s Day 2025
St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday celebrated by millions worldwide. Dedicated to the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick, the day is a tribute to Irish culture, traditions, and festive spirit. In the United States, where the Irish diaspora is one of the largest, the holiday is celebrated with grand parades, music, dancing, and, of course, visits to Irish pubs and restaurants. We’ve curated a list of the best themed venues in the U.S. where you can experience the true spirit of this holiday.
Top Places to Celebrate National Drink Wine Day
Every February 18th, the United States celebrates National Drink Wine Day - a holiday that brings together wine enthusiasts and provides a perfect excuse to open a favorite bottle or try something new. This isn't just another reason to enjoy good wine - it's a day to learn more about wine culture, visit wineries, participate in tastings, and discover new flavors. On this day, wine bars, restaurants, and wineries across the country host special events, from expert tastings to engaging wine tours. It's an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of American winemaking - from the famous Napa Valley in California to the cozy wineries of New York and Virginia. In our guide, we've collected the most interesting places to properly celebrate this holiday: from historic wineries with centuries-old traditions to modern wine bars with innovative approaches to tastings. Each of these venues offers a unique experience and its own special perspective on wine culture.
Jinya Ramen is The America's New Noodle King
Remember the "ramen wars" a few years back? Well, we might have a winner. Jinya Ramen Bar is slurping up success, becoming the second-fastest growing full-service Asian restaurant in the U.S. In 2023, this Tokyo-born (and Los Angeles-based) chain grew by 30.2%, second only to KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot. It's the only ramen joint to make it into the Technomic Top 500 restaurants list. What's their secret? Founder Tomo Takahashi reveals.
Sushi, Delivered by Robots & Revolving Belts: Kura Revolving Sushi Bar Expansion
The conveyor belt sushi chain Kura Revolving Sushi Bar has huge growth plans for 2024. The company just announced it will open between 13 to 14 new restaurants across the United States in its 2024 fiscal year. That would be the highest number of new locations Kura has ever opened in a single year since first coming to America back in 2009. "Our organization has demonstrated that it's more than capable of meeting that challenge year after year, and we're excited to keep delivering on that," said CEO Hajime "Jimmy" Uba.
Jon Bon Jovi Opening New Bar in Nashville's Lower Broadway
Legendary rocker Jon Bon Jovi is the latest star to plant his flag on Nashville's famed Lower Broadway, preparing to open JBJ's Nashville this spring. The new 37,000 square foot, five-story bar will be the tallest and second largest by size in the area, according to a release.
