Few places capture the St. Patrick's Day spirit quite like an Irish pub. If you can't make it to Ireland for the annual cultural celebration, try one of these crowd-pleasing pubs.

Located on the Ocean City Boardwalk at the Shoreham Hotel, Shenanigan's Irish Pub and Grille has been pouring pints of Guinness and entertaining guests with live music since 1988. While the beachfront pub closes for the offseason it reopens for a St. Paddy's Day Bash every March.

If you can't make it to Dublin, Ireland for St. Patrick's Day, Dublin, Ohio might be the second-best option. Head to the Dublin Village Tavern for some Irish egg rolls or braised beef shepherd's pie and wash it all down with your favorite Irish import fresh from the tap.

B.D. Riley's Irish Pub is available in two locations in Austin, Texas, including downtown on 6th Street. A great stop for Irish Brunch on weekends, this spot will win you over with its hearty food menu, vast beer selection and live music performances.

Arlington, Virginia's Celtic House was voted the best Irish bar in the state and it's easy to see why. In addition to boasting a stellar menu of traditional Irish cuisine and libations, it features several creative Happy Hour specials.

A runner-up for "Best Irish Pub Global," Annapolis, Maryland's Galway Bay has been earning recognition from all over since opening in 1998. The pub's St. Patrick's Day menu includes Irish staples like fish and chips and corned beef and cabbage as well as a Maryland favorite in jumbo lump crab cakes.

New York's Molly's Shebeen Pub and Restaurant was first established as a bar in 1895 and remains one of the country's most authentic Irish bars to this day. It operated as a grocery store during the Prohibition era and was renamed after an illegal drinking establishment (shebeen) in 1991.

Tom Bergin's has been Los Angeles' House of Irish Coffee since 1936. The historic pub is at its best on St. Patrick's Day though. The celebration kicks off at 6 a.m. with Irish breakfast and runs all the way until 2 a.m. the next day.

Chicago's Chief O'Neill's Pub and Restaurant is named after Francis O'Neill, who served as the city's Police Superintendent from 1901 to 1905 and is credited with saving Irish music. The pub's annual St. Patrick's Day celebrations have certainly caught on as it has been voted one of the top 10 Irish pubs in the world.

You won't have to venture far from New Orleans' iconic Bourbon Street to uncover the Erin Rose, a single-family home that was transformed into a bar in the 1950s. There almost isn't a bad time to visit as it's open 21 hours a day and the bartenders are always charismatic.

Seanachai Whiskey and Cocktail Bar on Johns Island in South Carolina's Charleston County features a robust whiskey menu that includes dozens of Irish favorites like Bushmills, Jameson and Tullamore Dew.

Houston's McGonigel's Mucky Duck is beloved for its live music. This St. Patrick's Day, the fun begins at 11 a.m. with a festive celebration showcasing traditional Irish music and dance that'll be complemented by plenty of food and drinks, including a laundry list of Irish whiskeys.

John D. McGurk's Irish Pub and Garden is celebrating 40 years in St. Louis' Soulard neighborhood in 2018. The highlight of this stellar St. Patrick's Day spot is its 15,000-square-foot outdoor garden that features a fountain, waterfall and not one but three bars.

The Black Rose in Boston is rocking with live music seven nights a week and features mouth-watering breakfast and dinner menus. Grab a bite and a pint and settle in to treat all of your senses this St. Patrick's Day.

The Irish American Pub in New York City is a haven for supporters of the English Premier League's Liverpool Football Club and a phenomenal spot to celebrate St. Patrick's Day as you'll find Irish favorites like Guinness, Harp and Smithwick's on tap.

Johnny Foley's Irish House is one of the top spots for nightly entertainment in San Francisco and hosts dueling pianos in the basement. The 20-year-old establishment is conveniently located near the city's historic Union Square.

Nine Irish Brothers is available in three locations in Indiana, including Lafayette, West Lafayette and Indianapolis. The traditional Irish pub has been named the best in the state thanks to its array of live Irish and Celtic music, high-quality draught beer system and popular menu.

McGuire's Irish Pub is so popular its winning over patrons in Destin and Pensacola, Florida. The beloved watering hole hosts an annual St. Patrick's Day 5K Run that finishes at the pub in downtown Pensacola.

Tim Finnegan's Irish Pub has been counting down to St. Patrick's Day since last March. This year's celebration will feature a ton of live music, traditional Irish Step Dancing and a special menu featuring all of the classic dishes.

A popular stop for soccer fans, Finn McCool's Irish Pub in New Orleans has been voted the city's best neighborhood bar. The Banks Street staple is also known for its lively trivia nights.

The County Clare Irish Inn and Pub has everything you could possibly want or need in a St. Patrick's Day stay, offering guests charming rooms and suites as well as an Irish restaurant and pub on-site. The latter will feature traditional Irish music all day long on March 17.

Savannah's award-winning Kevin Barry's Irish Pub has been drawing St. Patrick's Day revelers to the waterfront for more than three decades and boasts a dedicated listening room for live music.

Visitors to The Harp Irish Pub and Restaurant in Cleveland will appreciate the scenic city and lake views from the patio as well as the routine live performances. Sink your teeth into any one of their delicious boxty cakes, an Irish potato pancake folded over and stuffed with fillings like corned beef.

McGillin's Old Ale House is just that, old. It's the oldest continually operating pub in Philadelphia, dating back to 1860. Its open an hour early for St. Patrick's Day and serving green beer all day long.

Located in the Shoppes at Mandalay Place, Ri Ra Irish Pub was shipped to Las Vegas after being restored in Ireland. The authentic pub features live entertainment seven nights a week and a stellar menu whether you're stopping in for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

McNamara's has quickly become a Nashville landmark in large part due to its authenticity. Guests will find traditional pub fare, classic Irish beers on tap along with more than two dozen Irish whiskeys to choose from.

Barry's Old School Irish will celebrate St. Patrick's Day all week long with whiskey tastings, runs, trivia and live music. Those who stick around until closing time on March 17 can participate in the annual Last Man Standing Picture.

Downtown Disney's Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant was actually built in Ireland so its authenticity can't be questioned. What's more, the pub's Mighty St. Patrick's Day Festival lasts three whole days and features loads of Irish music, dancing, food and beer.

McMullan's Irish Pub is open round-the-clock so guests can stay as long as they want. Anticipate plenty of live music, Irish dancing and beer and food specials around St. Patrick's Day.

Doyle's is much more than just one of the best Irish pubs in the country, it's a historic landmark. The Boston icon dates back to 1882 and was the first home of Sam Adams beer.

Miami Beach's Playwright Irish Pub is a great spot to celebrate St. Patrick's Day while taking in all of March Madness thanks to its trio of high-definition projection screens. Plus, the quaint bar is just steps from Ocean Drive and the beach.