Paddy Maguire's Ale House

Escape the crushing parade crowds by hopping on the subway and traveling down just a few subway stops to this Irish-owned watering hole near Union Square. Paddy Maguire’s not only has a perfect name for celebrating St. Patrick's Day, but it is also completely decked out for the holiday. Green lights, shamrocks and tinsel cover the bar, which serves 15 beers on tap. Don’t mind all the horse-racing photos and other equestrian memorabilia; the owner is a former jockey from Limerick.