The ultimate guide to St Patrick’s Day Food! Whether you want breakfast, dinner, desserts, or something green we’ve got you covered!
What are traditional irish foods?
Staples of a traditional Irish diet include foods like potatoes, bread, cheese, and meat—specifically pork, lamb, and corned beef. Commonly eaten vegetables include carrots, cabbage, rhubarb, and leeks while commonly eaten fruits include apples and plums. When I’m cooking for St. Patrick’s Day, I love recipes that center around many of the commonly eaten Irish foods to celebrate!
What food to eat on st. patrick’s day
Usually St. Patrick’s day is packed with celebrations — from the parade in the morning to potlucks or parties through the night. Start your day off right by whipping up a hearty breakfast, continue on with a delicious lunch, a few Irish-inspired snacks, and a feast for dinner! Top it off with pints of Guinness, maybe some Irish whiskey, and you’re in for a great St. Patrick’s Day! As always, drink responsibly!
Breakfast
Nothing beats coming home from the St. Patty’s Day parade to a delicious traditional Irish breakfast…which means anything including bacon, sausage, eggs, bread, or potatoes! Pair that with a mug of Irish coffee and your day will be off to a great start. 😉
Cheesy Pork and Potato Breakfast Skillet
![cheesy pork and potato breakfast skillet on plate held](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Cheesy-Pork-and-Potato-Breakfast-Skillet-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
How to Cook Bacon in the Oven
![bacon on plate with toast and eggs](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Cooking-bacon-in-the-oven-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Breakfast Mashed Potato Casserole Recipe
![#ad Breakfast Mashed Potato Casserole. Full of sausage, mashed potatoes, panko, and eggs, it's easy, indulgent, and delicious! showmetheyummy.com Made in partnership w/ @idahoanfoods](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Breakfast-Mashed-Potato-Casserole-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-5.jpg)
Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
![](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Air-Fryer-Breakfast-Potatoes-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Overnight Breakfast Sausage Casserole
![This Overnight Breakfast Sausage Casserole can be prepped and made the night before! Store it in your fridge overnight and bake the next morning. Quick, easy, and loaded with sausage, peppers, onions, toasted bread, eggs, milk, and of course, cheese! showmetheyummy.com #overnightbreakfastcasserole #breakfast #casserole #sausage #eggs #cheese #bread](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Overnight-Breakfast-Sausage-Casserole-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-1.jpg)
Lunch
Ireland is an island, meaning the seafood is always super fresh! Although fish and seafood aren’t quite as popular as red meat, it’s always nice to add a little variety to your St. Patty’s Day eats!
Salmon Patties
![salmon patties on plate above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Salmon-Patties-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Easy Reuben Soup
![bowl of easy reuben soup above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Easy-Reuben-Soup-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Salmon Soup
![salmon soup with bacon, potatoes, and corn](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Salmon-Soup-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-2.jpg)
Beef Stew
![bowl of beef stew above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Beef-Stew-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-2.jpg)
Easy Beer Cheese Soup
![bowl of beer cheese soup](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Easy-Beer-Cheese-Soup-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Snacks
My favorite part of St. Patrick’s Day might be the snacks! Beer and cheese? Yes please!
Beer Bread
![four slices of beer bread stacked and topped with butter](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Beer-Bread-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1.jpg)
Cheese Bombs with Beer Cheese Dip
![These Cheese Bombs with Beer Cheese Dip are a great, easy game day snack! Pillsbury biscuits are stuffed with cheese and paired with a beer cheese sauce! showmetheyummy.com #beer #cheese](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Cheese-Bombs-with-Beer-Cheese-Dip-Horizontal.jpg)
Homemade Air Fryer Pretzel Bites
![These Homemade Air Fryer Pretzel Bites are made with refrigerated canned biscuit dough, boiled in a water/baking soda solution, and air fried or baked to golden perfection! Don't forget the butter/garlic powder wash and crunchy sea salt! showmetheyummy.com #airfryer #pretzel #homemadepretzelbites #pretzelbites #biscuit](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Homemade-Air-Fryer-Pretzel-Bites-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-4.jpg)
Dinner
I absolutely love a classic, comforting, and cozy meat and potatoes dinner—and apparently so do the Irish!
Shepherd’s Pie
![shepherds pie on plate above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Shepherds-Pie-Recipe-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Slow Cooker Beef Stew
![bowl of slow cooker beef stew above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Slow-Cooker-Beef-Stew-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Poor Man’s Stew
![bowl of poor man's stew above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/s-Stew-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-3.jpg)
Cabbage Roll Soup
![bowl of cabbage roll soup above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Cabbage-Roll-Soup-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Instant Pot Shepherd’s Pie
![plate with instant pot shepherd's pie above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/s-Pie-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-2.jpg)
Seafood Lasagna
![lasagna with shrimp, scallops, and crab on a plate](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Seafood-Lasagna-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1.jpg)
Dessert
These desserts are the perfect way to end a St. Patrick’s Day full of good food!
Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats Recipe
![I love these Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats, because they're crunchy, they're a little salty, so buttery, and hello, there are TWO kinds of marshmallows! showmetheyummy.com #ricekrispietreats #luckycharms](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Lucky-Charms-Marshmallow-Treats-Horizontal.jpg)
Lucky Charms Cookies
![lucky charms cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Lucky-Charms-Cookies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-3.jpg)
One Bowl Brownies
![](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/One-Bowl-Brownies-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1.jpg)
How to Make a Milkshake
![four milkshakes lined up](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-to-make-a-milkshake-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Green food for st. patrick’s day
Traditional or not, eating green foods on St. Patrick’s Day is classic! Here are some of my favorite green recipes to serve!
Avocado Tuna Salad
![avocado tuna salad sandwich on plate](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Avocado-Tuna-Salad-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-2.jpg)
Air Fryer Broccoli
![plate of air fryer broccoli above](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Air-Fryer-Broccoli-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-2.jpg)
Cilantro Lime Sauce
![jar of cilantro lime sauce](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Cilantro-Lime-Sauce-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-3.jpg)
Easy Guacamole Recipe
![](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Easy-Guacamole-Recipe-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1.jpg)
How to Make Easy Homemade Basil Pesto
![jar of pesto](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-to-Make-Easy-Homemade-Basil-Pesto-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)
Cut Out Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
![Cut out sugar cookies with cream cheese frosting! These are perfectly golden on the outside yet remain fluffy in the middle! showmetheyummy.com #sugarcookies #cookies](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Cut-Out-Sugar-Cookies-Cream-Cheese-Frosting-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-4.jpg)
No Churn Mint Oreo Ice Cream Recipe
![No ice cream machine is needed to make this No Churn Mint Oreo Ice Cream Recipe! 7 ingredients & 10 minutes for the fluffiest, creamiest ice cream ever! showmetheyummy.com #mintoreo #nochurnicecream](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/No-Churn-Mint-Oreo-Ice-Cream-Horizontal.jpg)
Five Ingredient Mint Chocolate Candy
![Are you ready to make the easiest candy ever? You're not going to find an easier recipe! This is five ingredient mint chocolate candy. Powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, butter, mint extract, and milk chocolate is all you need to make the perfect bite of mint chocolate candy. Chocolate that crunches slightly when you bite into it, filled with creamy, sweet, sugary, minty perfection. showmetheyummy.com #candy #christmas #holiday #mintchocolate #chocolate #mint](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Mint-Chocolate-Candy-Horizontal.jpg)
Thin Mint Cookie Recipe
![thin mint cookies stacked](https://showmetheyummy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Thin-Mint-Cookie-Show-Me-the-Yummy-Google-Thumb-Retina-1-opt.jpg)