Thrillist, the New York-based guy’s version of Daily Candy, reminds readers in today’s email that, “For some, St. Patrick’s Day is a reason to call in sick, then drink all day. For others, it’s a reason to work ’til lunch, then drink all day.” With the St. Patrick’s Day parade and the Shamrock Fest a distant memory, is the same true for the District? Will your Irish or Irish-at-heart boss mind if you ditch work early?

For those hell-bent on embracing your inner Irishman, Fritz Hahn of the Post has done the legwork for you in his St. Patrick’s Day roundup of where to get your drink on with the masses. However, if you’re more inclined to avoid hordes of drunks, but would like to give a nod to your favorite Irish holiday, we offer these suggestions: