O'Keefe's Family Tavern and Grille

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1219 S Fort Harrison Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756

(727) 442-9034

http://www.okeefestavernonline.com/

Categories: Bar, Restaurant

Cuisine: American casual, Pub

Features: Big-screen TVs, Happy hour, Irish, Kid-friendly, Late-night dining, Live music, Outdoor seating, Sports, Takeout, tbt* Top Bar

Cost range: 10.01-20.0

Payment options: Credit cards accepted

Alcohol: Beer and wine only

More in this neighborhood: Downtown Clearwater

The best Irish bars have a legend. Here's O'Keefe's: In 1972 or 1973, a car crashed through the bar, destroying much of an addition known as the Cedar Room. Among the casualties was a painting of a naked lady, which (as the story goes) is rumored to be the wife of late founder Bill O'Keefe. The painting still hangs in the bar, only with a patch covering a scar on her belly. Whether or not you believe the tale, there's no denying O'Keefe's is maybe the top spot in Pinellas to celebrate St. Patty's Day, with tons — literal tons — of corned beef and green beer for all. Slainte!

Events at O'Keefe's Family Tavern and Grille