Here are the best places to in Butte to prepare for St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick's Day is on a Monday this year and that naturally means that here in Butte, the Friday, Saturday and Sunday leading up to the big day will be full of fun, events and, yes, imbibing.  Are you looking for a green beer or a hearty plate of corned beef and cabbage?  Something different entirely?  Here are some great spots in Butte to enjoy over the weekend leading up to March 17.

MALONEY'S, 112 N. MAIN

A Butte mainstay, Maloney's is a great place for a tap beer or a shot of Jameson or even a game of pool.  You may want to get to Maloney's early in the weekend because it will be jam-packed all day on St. Patrick's Day.

SHAWN O'DONNELL'S, 123 N. MAIN

An incredible Irish pub that is a relative newcomer to town, Shawn O'Donnell's has quickly become a local favorite due to its incredible food and charismatic operator, Irish Johnny.  You'll love the historic photos that adorn the interior and for a great meal, stop by for their clam chowder, fish and chips or bangers and mash.

TOWN TALK BAKERY - 611 E. FRONT

Already world famous for their maple bars, the Town Talk Bakery at 611 E. Front gives locals and visitors another reason to stop by with their incredible Blarney Stones.  Be prepared to wait in line but rest assured the wait will be worth it.

PEKIN NOODLE PARLOR - 117 S. MAIN

Okay, the Pekin may not be the first place you think of when you're thinking of St. Patrick's Day in Butte, but if you're here over the weekend you'll be kicking yourself if you don't enjoy a meal at one of America's oldest Chinese Restaurants.  Bring your friends.  Get "Special C".  Trust me.