37 Best Pubs in Chicago

“This place has a cool, hip vibe and it’s fun to eat at the communal tables. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great variety of beer and creative craft cocktails. Food is beautifully plated and delicious - make sure to try the potatoes, baby gem salad and hanger steak.“

“I like to visit this place during the week because it is relatively chill on nights that are not fridays and saturdays. Their food is fantastic and they have a wonderful assortment of great drafts to choose from.pool table in the back and enough Miller highlife to supply an army of beer drinkers.They have an eclectic array of spirits! This joint is a must visit for those looking for a place to relax and feel classy while they do it.“

“Went for brunch today, the food was so good. I had three Boozy Masala Chai drinks, which was just yum! Been there numerous times for dinner as well. Highly recommend. I come in from Oswego to eat there.“

“Dining here was incredible. Atmosphere and surroundings delightful, upscale and perfect for feeling it’s a special night out or just quick bite after work. Choices for food all looked so good but I chose the short ribs and found them so tender and delicious. Friends had chicken pot pie and pork dinners. I tasted all of them and they were fantastic. Had the chocolate dessert although it’s rich it’s a must have. Servers knew their menu and very attentive.Great experience and one I’ll do again and again. Been there many times already, never disappointed.“

“Original cocktails in an original setting. Very good service, very good drinks that you won't find everywhere (their own touch on the classics too), good ingredients and bottles behind the bar. Pick your atmosphere: you can sit a the counter where it's more like a speakeasy, or at a table in the bustling bar, or in the lobby area of the apartment building where it's more like a quieter lounge. My favorite bar in uptown.“

“Great Bar! Fun Owner is Friendly... Reminds me of Temple Bar in Dublin.. College Town“

“Me and a friend stopped here before a concert at the Radius, and this will be the official pregame for anytime I have a concert there. Great food, excellent drink selections, friendly staff...highly recommend!“

“Great and welcoming staff“

“Absolutely love this spot. The food is delicious, servers are really helpful and kind and the area is super quiet and chill. The trivia nights are a lot of fun! They draw a big crowd, so if you’re looking for a relaxed place to grab a drink during the week, maybe avoid trivia night ;)“

“Truly the best karaoke experience! I've been a regular here for a couple years and the staff is always so helpful and friendly. The food is top notch Korean food and the song selection is pretty great. (If you can't find the song you want they can also switch to YouTube if you ask). I want to recommend them but I also want to keep this gem for myself.“

“Visiting for work a couple days and had some down time to kill. 1st day, met Frank.. super friendly and made me feel welcomed. Played darts with some people from Belgium. Touch tunes and drinks are priced right. Met Jeff and regular and Mark the 2nd day I came. Great dive bar!!“

“Okay, apart from the incredible beers and the fact that the sun shines in most of the day, Spiteful Brewing has the best bathroom in Chicago. 10/10 immaculate, cleanliness top notch, nice marmalade smell and quick dispensing paper towel machine. Epic. Would crawl in a deep hole in this bathroom to emerge like a phoenix through the ashes“

“Beth M was the most gracious, attentive and thoughtful employee. From the greeting to the final check, she was professional, kind AF, didn’t miss a beat and lemme talk about thorough. She made every customer feel like they were the only customer! That chica deserves a shoutout!Food and bevs - YUMMMMMMM AND vegetarian friendly“

“Best dive bar in Chicago!“

“Most comfortable 3rd space in West Ridge“

“The ambiance is first class and I feel out of place to watch early morning soccer there but the staff is very friendly and the chairs are most comfortable. The on tap choices are very good and the food is delicious. Ample tv screens to accommodate your team of choice. I highly recommend this place.“

“Good food! Great atmosphere.“

“Great quiet old world English pub“

“Great food and service. My go to place for dinner when I visit Chicago.“

“Love the old school vibe of the bar with the speakeasy downstairs. A very vibrant bar with lots going on, not a quiet place by any means. Can definitely see the rich history in the walls of the building. Service was fair, would go back again.“

“Best buffalo garlic chicken wings I’ve ever had hands down! Great atmosphere and great service!“

“Amazing little bar tucked behind Midway airport. Best Polish food around! Pierogis are to die for! Goulash soup, potato pancakes,& more! They have a Polish sampler platter that has a taste of everything you could want!! Go! Eat! Enjoy!!“

“This is one of those really cool, hip yet chill neighborhood bars. There's very little drama and it's just very fun. Matthew, the bartender, is a big part of it being a wonderful place. He's a terrific bartender and it's evident by watching him that he just cares so much about the patrons and Goldie's doing well. Plus, he's a great mixologist, so it's a lot of fun to watch him do his thing. Overall, it's a place I am so happy that I discovered. Dog friendly, too!“

“great time on our first trip there tonight! Special shout out to Savanah! she was our awesome waitress!“

“Great neighborhood bar. Really good bar food and service. The wings are perfectly crunchy. I'm betting double fried. 14 beer taps and some TVs.Vegetarian options: They have a veggie burger and a panini, hummus, and your typical fried veggie options.“

“Love this place. Come in and see Joe! BINGO night was amazing! I won prizes!“

“The Cabin is a delightful neighborhood bar, that’s a cut above in cleanliness and decor. Staff are friendly and safety-focused, and the regulars care about the space and its patrons as though it were a second home. The Cabin has created a real sense of Community. Highly “

“Cork & Kerry is a Southside iconic pub. It has a great atmosphere, beer & drink selection. The service is great. It's the type of place you will run into someone you know. They don't serve food there, but they will let you bring it in. There is a great party room for any occasion. There is plenty of room for at least 75 people comfortably. You can bring in your own decorations, food, and desserts. They will let you run an open bar tab or customize the occasion to your price range. Parking can be tricky depending on what day of the week you visit. There is only free street parking. You may have to drive to a side street unless it's not busy. Overall, Cork & Kerry is a great Southside Irish bar to visit.“

“This is the perfect neighborhood bar. Cash only! Bartenders are friendly and properly trained to make drinks. No food, but you can order door dash or whatever. Good beer list at reasonable prices. Pool Tables are free. Love that this is in walking distance from our house.“

“Bartender is an OG professional. Was working by himself for 30 customers and nailed it. First time at the pony for me because I made a trip to visit my college roommate, and just so happened Louisville was scheduled that day. 100% will return for another UK game if I’m in the area again ?“

“BoB food and drinks are divine, I love getting a gin martini with a burger on burger Mondays. We came around 5pm today on May 4th-with your Latina Server (Jasmine or Yasmine) and she was ATROCIOUSLY & horrendously impertinent. We asked her for a dirty Martini, a buena basket, and if they had High Noons. She replied, “Did you look at the menu?”. I’ve been a server and know that’s not how you address your patrons- YOU SUGGEST A SIMILAR ITEM {tonta pendeja}. Then she wanted to comment on my Klein’s ice latte-saying we can’t bring outside drinks. BYE. EXCUSE ME. HOW VERY DARE YOU! Upon future visits— I Will request another server if available. No ma’am.“

“Great place to grab a libation after a Wrigley Field event.“

“One of the best pool tables in the city. Needs quarters and there’s only one.Always popcorn for snacking.Stephanie is the bartender up front. She’s a delight.The bouncers are polite. I’d even go so far as to say they’re kind.This is a nice place. Easy to have fun here.Parking: There are always open spots nearby, the trick is finding them.“

“Always remember how many times jim small would forget to give change for a twenty also houghlund and delaney two more small people“

“Such a small place gets very crowded but good music.“

“Staying across the street for the weekend and tried this place out and so glad we did! The food was absolutely amazing and staff were very friendly!“

“Fresh hot meals just below the street level to get away from the work crowd. Friendly staff. Quick service. Great food!“