Pub cuisine: the best places to taste it in Chicago

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Amk

"Enjoyed drinks and appetizers before a show in the neighborhood, and everything was great! Super chill and relaxed atmosphere, and enjoyed the..."

C R

"The food was delicious. The fish and chips were cooked perfectly. The brisket nachos were a hit, the chips fresh, and the brisket was so tender...."

Robin Clavelle

"Wait staff was super friendly and attentive! The drink variety is perfect for a restaurant like this and the food was delicious! I enjoyed the music..."

Connor Lake

"I enjoyed my fried chicken sandwich and the mushroom pizza, though the flavors were not particularly bold. Their brunch mimosa deal is pretty awesome..."

Shaan Somani

"This place was awesome. Food was great and extremely fresh. Do not sleep on the nachos, usually don’t expect much from this dish but their take on..."

petersonA95

"Nicely appointed, really liked the play-list. Really, really liked it.... Smoove. Prompt, friendly service. Killer cocktails; very..."

Ric Morgan

"Had brunch at Savannah and had a WONDERFUL experience. Staff was attentive and polite, super friendly and accommodating. The food was Exceptional,..."

Victor Paniagua

"Everything tasted delicious! It’s hard to find a good place for kids that won’t break the bank while visiting Chicago. We found this place and..."

Colette Blechert

"Love the new addition to the Bucktown neighborhood. I came in for a couple cocktails and a small meal and it didnt disappoint. Cocktails are..."

Cameron McRae

"Stopped in for brunch. The food and cocktails were delicious and the seating set up was spacious. For food I got the steak and mushrooms Benedict...."

Julian Chavez

"The service was excellent, I mean excellent. We were seated right away and menu options explained. There is a QR code you can scan but if you want an..."

PerlaJasel Castro Castro

"Great spot for an upscale neighborhood bar feel. The restaurant decor is very nice and staff is friendly. Ordered Ceasar salads with martinis, and..."

Efrain

"Very cool spot! First time visiting, the bartender was so beautiful and great at recommending funky drinks you can’t get anywhere else! I didn’t..."

Kellyn Kory

"Great staff service. Limited brunch menu. Will definitely give it another..."

Myr Galvan

"I was looking for a place to have dinner since I was going to be in the area after running errands with my family. Wow! What a great discovery. The..."

Linda Gershenson

"The Bloody Mary and mushroom pizza were both great. The deviled eggs didn’t have much flavor and were more on the mayo side, so I would skip if you..."

Catherine Hickey

"First time eating here enjoyed the food and atmosphere. I had the grilled pork chops and it was great. Also friend loved the barbecue ribs. Will come..."

michael swiatek

"This new restaurant has everything you need. The interior creates a cozy, friendly ambiance for dinner or a hang out, and the bar is a perfect spot..."

Erin Hall

"Great new spot in Bucktown with a happy hour deal that’s available 7 days a week! Get a hefty wine pour for $4, a High Life for $3, or a mixed..."

Lush Depths

Centennial Crafted Beer & Eatery

88/100 (1151 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great lineup of craft beers. The atmosphere is chill and inviting. The service is genuinely friendly ... good food, and the staff made some great..."

Iliana Martinez

"This place is excellent. The Octoberfest menu items are all great. Pork shank was outstanding. Perfect. As was the schnitzel sandwich with braised..."

Dave

"We didn't try any food but the drinks were great. I had an apple cider on draft it was great. It was called crisp apple cider by Lulz. Very friendly..."

Jennifer Winthurst

"Great beer list and our server knew his beer! They also make their own bacon and chorizo here. I got the Mac and Cheese and asked if I could add..."

Craig Schanning

"You know when restaurants care about their food and the folks at centennial are passionate about their food. Every thing we had was delicious. It’s..."

Zach Tichelaar

"We had the rehearsal dinner for our wedding here a few weeks ago. We rented the upstairs bar area. Everything was great! Food, drinks, staff, and..."

Max Eggers

"Came here for father’s day lunch and sat outside. Seating was almost on the street, so was a bit loud. Definitely get the mac and cheese and..."

Hannah K

"This place is AMAZING. The food is great but the staff is even better. Super friendly & very attentive. Visiting from Los Angeles, but if we ever..."

Amanda Stowell

"Fantastic selection of beer and food. Stopped by here after work - plenty of seating at the bar even during happy hour. Had the Surly Darkness and..."

Avi H

"The service here was excellent. Very attentive and friendly. The food was great. We had the chicken caesar sandwich, diner burger, and BBQ sandwich...."

Greg Brandt

"What a gem. Immaculately clean, great food and friendly and knowledgeable staff. I highly recommend the chicken wings and their Extensive beer..."

Joseph Rossi

"Great craft beer pub with well crafted pub food. The music is good and the volume does not interfere with your conversation. You will not be hoarse..."

Nabil Foster

"We adore centennial. Good food, awesome tap list, great ambiance, and the people who work here are awesome. My fiancé and I love to come here! My..."

M H

"Accidental stop for a quick lunch. Great variety and selection of on tap beers to choose from. The four of us each found a brew and split Irish..."

Garith Shinkle

"First time dining here! Brunch was delicious I loved the mimosas deal! Food was extremely delicious especially the brisket nachos and the gyro!!!!..."

Denise Patino

"First time there. Came in for the Lions vs Bears game. What an amazing place! Great food, great selection of craft beers, and amazing service! It is..."

Christopher Belanger

"Centennial is the best place for craft beer in River North. They have a great selection of beer on tap. The food is delicious, and the staff is..."

Steve Vice

"Enjoyed an evening in here sampling a few of the craft beer choices. Seemed a busy place, popular with locals and visitors alike. Friendly service,..."

Ian CransonsKnees

"Absolutely the best service I have ever had in a pub in a large city. I enjoyed it so much on my Saturday visit that a took a colleague back there..."

Lew Dewalt

River Shannon

"The owners and staff let us host a Paint Your Pet class in their dog-friendly bar and we had a BLAST! Everyone is so sweet/friendly and you..."

Trina Mae Mabborang

"Love the atmosphere and all the doggies that hang out at the local pub. Fun..."

Tami Hammac

"Excellent experience...would highly recommend..except cat lovers...maybe..."

Paul Cunningham

"Great crowd. Excellent service. Free Champagne. Fun bartenders. Drinks mixed perfectly. Music rocked. Popcorn though overcooked :^=) still hit the..."

Rick Pucci

"My wife and I came here with our boxer Myrtle and loved it. This weekend, the 3 of us are coping with the loss of our other boxer Mavis. I am so glad..."

Derek Eiten

"Nice beer selection, great atmosphere, friendly and helpful..."

Elise Christine

"So good to see the crew last week! Kindest service, wished I could have seen..."

Erin Kegerris

"Great neighborhood..."

Wayne Hernandez

"Not sure who loves this place more—me, or my dog! I’ve only ever had great experiences here. The kind and friendly staff will make you feel at..."

Bethany Boggess

"Music made the atmosphere perfect for a Saturday night cocktail. Tap beer had great options. Cocktail was gracious served. Very welcoming to bar...."

Nadia Lopez

"This is the first dog friendly bar I have ever been to! We loved it we were greeted by some sweet little fluffy dogs. We didn't actually drink any..."

Amber Kissling

"Great prices on drinks. You can order food to the bar, and I also got free..."

Idalia Nunez

"10/10 bar. Great drinks, great music, great people. All around great vibes, but most importantly I was cold and the bartender LITERALLY gave me the..."

Megan Olszak

"Great ambiance. There is also a pretty nice selection of beers available. The bartender, Doug, was very friendly and had some great recommendations...."

Colin Lewis

"A bar you HAVE to go to! Great vibes overall and even better service. Plus side you can bring your dog in the bar. I’m a new..."

Jordan Peirce

Templestowe Pub

"Small cozy corner bar, definitely more beer centric- so keep mixed drink desires simple. Good pricing as well. There is a touchtunes jukebox on..."

Roman Rohm

"Great pub with good prices and friendly bartenders. Dog friendly and bring your own..."

Cameron McRae

"Very cool bar. Cozy bar with a chill atmosphere. Great drink deals and a handful of great beers to select from. The bartenders were both very..."

Steve Sabu

"Great and cozy place the bartender was awesome. The place had a friendly crowd. If you are visiting Chicago and want a place to just relax and get..."

Wasi Haider

"A very nice neighborhood location for a drink. They have good prices, a good selection, and are dog-friendly. As we were closing out, the bartender..."

Victoria Alt

"Cute local neighborhood bar, with some old school charm. Steve the bartender is the absolute best! And they have some pretty good beers on tap that..."

Lisa Renee

"Awesome beers, great staff, k9 friendly. Owners really nice guy. Frequent tap take overs. Beer selection changes even..."

Patrick Brendan O'Dea

"Had a good neighborhood vibe, would recommend if you're near..."

J Pitts

Humboldt Haus

87/100 (3474 ratings)

Grill And Garden Restaurant

"Wonderful falafel and that green sauce is magic. Great pita bread with grilled flavor and the hummus is way above average. What's better than a..."

Mark D

"Pros: *Hearty portions, like the polish sausage with onions and mustard (pictured here) and the falafel patty sandwich. Great price for the size of..."

Michelle Lovato

"I have been walking pass this place for over a year. Today a friend recommended I go there for fries. GREAT idea. Madebto order fresh tasting and..."

Dennis Whitaker

"We order from here at least once a week. It's always tasty and they don't skimp on the quality or how much they give. Once Milo's left the area we..."

Freddy Camacho

"Hidden gem in andersonville. Me and my gf love their burgers and they're very generous with their fries portions. Highly recommend if you're craving..."

Emmanuel Gonzalez

"Good service, great burgers, gyros, and the fries are excellent. The prices are reasonable given the area it’s..."

LazyDtv

"The food was so good and was filling. Prices are very reasonable. Staff was so nice. Would highly recommend anyone to come..."

Jacqueline Sutz

Bar Biscay

"This place is amazing. Odder than not menu packed with great surprises. It was a real experience eating here. Everything was amazing and the staff is..."

Elizabeth Ashline

"Loved their take on a cosmo (Spanish Liquer) and I can’t believe I was made a home made Irish whiskey with a hint of chocolate. It was a work of..."

Janay A. Graves

"Cool vibe, great food, attentive staff & great cocktails. What more can you ask? It’s a beautiful space to..."

Scott Galassini

"Great staff, delicious food. Highly..."

Brianna Weir

"Love this place...food is delicious and great..."

Kathleen McCann Cogswell

"Simple delicious, and fantastic waitstaff. These folks have it down to a science.. Run do not walk as you will not be..."

Dennis Light

"I love the vibe !! I order the pork belly its a different take from usual filipino pork..."

Pon Yo

"Amazing..."

Elizabeth Abowd

"Went here for Valentine’s Day. They were overwhelmed and food was a bit slow, but everyone was extremely nice and apologetic along the way and they..."

Mike Paschke

"I honestly can't think of anything bad to say about this place. The food was well above par, and the service was being excellent. Shout out to Olivia..."

Alexander Beck

"Little bit of the Iberia peninsula here in Chicago, with pinxto offerings like Jamon Serrano and Boquerones; terrific cocktail..."

Paul Chen

"Sat at the "chefs counter". It was amazing! The tasting menu is WELL worth..."

Ilana Hahnel

"Awesome spot for grabbing drinks for happy hour. Friendly staff and inviting atmosphere. Great charcuterie..."

Sadie Winters

"Lovely atmosphere, wait staff was great and very prompt. Menu was thoughtfully..."

Marina Daka

"The best mock tails I have ever had - anywhere, ever. I would go back just for them. The staff there is fantastic and very very kind. The food was..."

Jane

"Stupid good surf 'n turf food and cocktails. The owners love mezcal, as I understand, so try a mezcal..."

Grace H.

"Overall, top-notch drinks! Staff offered to accommodate minor drink customization too, and it turned out pretty good. As far as food - only had..."

Alex G

"The food was great, everything tasted fresh. Had numerous seafood dishes that were quite fresh, pretty pumped about that. The decor and overall..."

Harrison Snider

"One of our favorites! We've tried nearly everything on the menu, including the cocktails, and it's all delicious. I highly recommend the lemon cream..."

Craig Worsham (82 West)

"This place has been on my list of restaurants to visit for a year and I'm so glad I finally made it in. The drinks where delicious and creative and..."

Eric Nelson

"Sunday brunch menu was perfect for our group. Everyone found plenty to choose from. Really nice presentation as well. Friendly staff, although our..."

Marilyn Kagan

"I am so happy this cute little joint is in the neighborhood. I have stopped in a few times and had a great experience every time. The food is..."

Kasey Silverman

"Hands down, Bar Biscay's tasting menu was the best food-related experience I've had in Chicago. Fantastic dishes, impeccable cocktail and wine..."

Connor Beaulieu

"We gave up our reserved table and opted to sit at the kitchen bar instead, and it was a great call. We got a chance to chat with the chefs, see..."

Alina Thompson

"amazingly well decorated and catered restaurant/bar. the wine menu is super super solid, and there is vermouth (2 kinds) on tap. the manchego cheese..."

Miles Ashton Glickman

"We were there opening night. Our good fortune. For me it was a wonderful night exploring a cuisine I'm not familiar with. Surprises included..."

Bill Williams

Old Town Ale House

87/100 (1147 ratings)

"Loved the ambience, it's really got the vibe of an old town ale house so you can take the name literally. The artwork is great and they have a really..."

Sanga Agrawal

"Great chill place with easy jazz in the background. Definitely go see the art above the bar. Anyone who feels disdain towards the Trump universe will..."

Brian Gray

"Bourdain-endorsed bar in Old Town that is dimly lit and home to walls stuck with posters of famous celebrities. It’s cash only but the bar has an..."

Rovik Robert

"Love the art. Cash only so heads up. A little tight if you want breathing..."

Shannon Mulligan

"Wow…wow. This place is great. I appreciate their hours and how kind their staff treats me. I feel like I found my local bar for the first time. It..."

Shaan Shah

"Old Town Ale House is a relic of the past, the present and an uncertain future. A bar that is old as the building, the jukebox to the left hand side..."

Jake Do

"Saw this place when the late Tony Bourdain visited on Parts Unknown and was not disappointed. Dimly lit with unique art keeps the conversation fresh...."

Nicholas Jenson

"Fantastic and historic dive bar in one of the best neighborhoods in the city. Can become a little packed sometimes for the amount of bartenders but I..."

Colin Gallagher

Big Chicks

Wheelchair Accessible

"Found this place when searching the web for a good place to have Eggs Benedict for a visitor from out of town. And so happy I did! We got there, and..."

Sabine M

"We loved this fun breakfast spot! Very busy but I think it was only cause of st pattys weekend. It’s cash only- but worth the trip. Tons of..."

Kaitlyn Meyer

"Neighborhood favorite and institution. Classic wlly known for Sunday BBQ and $1Buck Burger Mondays, the crowd is pretty diverse and warm. Great..."

Michael Pearson

"love it here! nicely priced drinks! veg and vegan options!! (vegan patty melt is my personal fav) CASH ONLY. board games and great music :)) fav..."

Angel Bouzi

"Friendly bartenders. Very nice welcoming..."

Debra Rose

"Great food, great service, comfy vibe. We'll be back! We had a pretty long wait for brunch, but we were able to wait at a table in the bar with a..."

Nancy Stern

"Love the food. The staff is always great. Our last visit was only for drinks and we met an amazing couple. Great night. Highly recommend this place..."

Mike Swaiko

Crio

"Stopped in for an impromptu Sunday brunch and wow, we were blown away! Fun, lively atmosphere for a Sunday brunch. They have tons of breakfast..."

Michelle Slinkard

"I've been here at least 7 times, usually for brunch. I sat at the bar and Karla provided exceptional service. The food is really good. I recommend..."

Rigo

"We had brunch. My partner had the steak skillet, I had the chilaquiles, and our daughter had the Nutella French toast. The food was served right..."

Tracey Jastinder Mann

"Great vibes and even better food! The brisket skillet and Guatemalan breakfast were excellent. Try the French Toast flight- it does not..."

Shireen Samson

"We happened upon this hip, modern Latin brunch spot. And boy, did we lucky out. There’s a feeling of family and local community here. And turns out..."

Lana Hunter

"Very much brunch bar vibes, incredibly friendly staff, delicious food, fun alcoholic beverages. My goodness… the tres leches French toast hit the..."

XD Yaz

"Wow. What a gem; excellent brunch options, amazing vibe, the kindest staff you could ask for. Not much else to say other than go here and try..."

Joshua Buss

"One of the more prominent places in Chicago. This place is very popular on the weekends. I don't know why it's not as popular during the weekdays for..."

Damianus Lamont

"The food is FANTASTIC! Service is top notch. Portions are big. The quesabirrias are hands down the best I have ever tried. Mimosas are truly..."

lokikoone

"Go go go! What are you waiting for? No need to make a reservation because this cute cozy colorful place is not located in a super busy area but not..."

Iulia C

"Love this place! Food is delicious. Staff is so friendly and accommodating; it's a family establishment, and they make you feel like family when..."

Christina Huynh

"Incredible meal. Elote fries and drinks were fantastic (loved the homemade Michelada mix). Tacos were some of the best I’ve had. Everything was so..."

Ben Rosenbaum

"Great place for brunch a group of friends , reunions and kids ! Food was so good and you had me at bottomless mimosas! Love the decor, the vibe was..."

Stephanie Chew

"Food was great! We had the quesabirrias with consume and the potatoes with creamy chimichurri. So many cocktail options and service was amazing!..."

Idallys Corral

"Took my friend there for her first time for a pre birthday brunch. Had the steak skillet it was delicious. The waitstaff was amazing friendly and..."

Valarie Gant

"Seriously blown away by our brunch experience at Crīo. Showed up at noon on a Saturday and waited ~20 minutes for a table, they do not take..."

Kyle

"Leave me a table, but know this is a hidden gem. I hate to even tell yall how good this place is because of fear I won't get a seat, again. Food and..."

Carmelia Wrenn

"Such a wonderful family run place in this neighborhood. Food and drinks are delicious - we will definitely be back! Paloma was our favorite drink and..."

Carol Marr

Chief O'neill's

87/100 (1636 ratings)

"This place is great.. it was decorated for the holidays .. absolutely beautiful.. the Buffer brunch is not only a good price $32 and food is amazing!..."

Gina Badame

"I enjoyed myself & my friend did also. We had the Sunday brunch & each ordered a mimosas. There were a wide variety of foods, cold & hot. I must say,..."

D Town

"Had a great dining experience here with a large group of friends, celebrating a birthday. They went out of their way to be of service, and played the..."

Brian Hassell

"Are you Irish? (Read till the end) If you are, you will feel at home eating here. If you are not, you will feel like an authentic Irish while eating..."

Ernesto T.

"Really great buffet. It’s expensive, but everything was great. We were charged extra for coffee. Thought it was weird that wasn’t included. We..."

Dorothy Scales

"My husband & I have visited before. It is the perfect place to kick off the Lenten Season. Both meals hit the spot and that soda bread is fantastic!!..."

Kisha Johnson-Smith

"My wife and I celebrated our wedding at Chiefs in June! Everything was exactly what we were looking for. The garden was beautiful, the food was..."

Brendan Beale

"Dont think about it, just go! Came for brunch and, of course, very crowded and the place was packed which was to be expected. We were seated at the..."

Cindy

"Our overall dining experience was good, but could have been a little better. For it being St. Patrick's Day they seemed under staffed & orders were..."

Kevin Hill

"Friendly neighborhood pub with great service & delicious food. The Shepherd’s Pie is highly recommended...."

Jane Marie

"Chief O’Neill’s is, by far, my favorite brunch! The food never disappoints and the staff are all so amazing! Siobhan did a great job organizing..."

Ashley Stoneking

"Another Hidden Gem I ran across on my mid-week Dinner Discovery. This place has an amazing outdoor presence with plenty of space in between tables..."

DJ EDLo

"Just stopped in for a few drinks and did not eat anything yet ( we will be back to eat ) service at the bar was friendly and fast . There were a..."

Matt Kobs

"I felt like I was in someone's living room with the fireplace and decor. it is a very welcoming environment. they also had live Irish Instrumental..."

Mike H.

"This bar is so cozy. The Christmas decorations are so cool and cute. The food is delicious and the Sunday brunch all you can eat is really good. The..."

Va Luchi

"Wow what a find! We had a great time here. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was fun there was a lot of interesting photos, pictures, costumes..."

Sharon M

"Great family business. Super friendly well trained staff. We met the owners who made us feel welcome. We were there on a Sunday and arrived just as..."

Thomas Walker

"My fiancé and I did our wedding shower here in early June. The shower was outside in their garden area and it was amazing! The garden area was..."

Zachary Kaleta

Dusek's Board & Beer

87/100 (1675 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We made reservations a few weeks ahead, and upon arriving were sat immediately. Service from Ryan was warm and unassuming. Good selection of craft..."

Joseph Terry

"Thoughtful and creative food, great attentive service, and the always changing-best beer list in town. Downstairs at Punch House gets wild, they..."

Bino Ottoman

"One of our favorite places to enjoy an incredible dinner and local craft beer (they have an extensive collection on draft).The dining experience and..."

Lauren Nagys

"Absolutely top notch service, food and beer pairings! Could not have been happier with our waitress' suggestions!..."

Ryan Tomafsky

"Awesome dinner spot in Pilsen neighborhood. Wait staff was awesome. Food was inventive and..."

Allison Staulcup Becwar

"Two words: grilled cheese. The staff was helpful and courteous, and the beer list was respectable. Definitely worth a..."

Franci Lepa

"The food and drinks were phenomenal. The hopbox cocktail was so good I had 2!! For dinner I had the garlic stuffed 1/2 chicken with asparagus risotto..."

Gwen Sandstrom

"Enjoyed every part of the meal.the service was excellent and the food was delicious. Will definitely recommend..."

Joel Goodman

"OMG, this is the absolute best burger I've ever had, ever! Done to perfection, the slaw adds a gentle acid with a touch of sweetness. For the first..."

Tracey Dickey

"Solid spot to grab a quality meal before a show at Thalia Hall in the lovely neighborhood of Pilsen. Their oysters, mussels and confit duck leg were..."

rizzo

"Had an early dinner at the bar, wild mushroom ravioli was good but would have liked more flavor, friend had tie spinach dip in a bread “cup” and..."

Tammy Owins

"the food was very good. the chicken dish was excellently balanced with the greens and the sauce. the eggplant appetizer also had expert flavor..."

Mimi

"Went for the tasting menu with my wife and we were blown away. Every course was absolutely delicious but the two which stole the show were the..."

Drew

"I have been to Dusek's a few times and each time it has been great! My favorite meal was the Chicago restaurant week menu that they served in 2022...."

Stewart Ford

"We had a fantastic meal at Dusek’s. Service here is great - really friendly and accommodating, and the food is a really cool combination of down to..."

Daniël

"We decided to have an early dinner at the bar, where I ordered the wild mushroom ravioli. While it was enjoyable, I felt that it could have had more..."

Lillian Lwinga

"Great time! Love the atmosphere, server was top notch, and we got to Thalia without having to go out in the -10° weather again. We’ll have to come..."

Jamie Bojda

"I’ve been to Dusek’s several times and keep coming back for the insanely friendly waiters, the well priced drinks, and the ever-changing menu. We..."

Michelle Mark

"I've been here many times - before a show, for dinner, or for brunch. The food is always excellent and creative, and the staff are very helpful. Case..."

Elizabeth Schuh

"Just a wonderful place, the staff is so nice and the food never disappoints. Especially if you are seeing a show at the venue, there's no better..."

Lauren Bobowski

"Highly recommend! Loved how creative the sauces and toppings were for our schnitzel and grilled trout. Beautiful plating, delicious food, and a very..."

Kai DeBus

"Visiting from Missouri and stumbled across this restaurant when looking for places to dine. I’m glad we stopped here, the food was amazing! Better..."

Hermara Mosley

"Lovely evening at Dusek's celebrating my best girls birthday. Decent vegan and gluten options too! Good ambience and vibe! Super convenient for going..."

Roxanne Dunn

"Wonderful meal experience. I had the mushroom ravioli and it was very very good. So much flavor, the mushroom more than makes up for the missing..."

Mark Moreno

"Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. Easily could have ordered everything off the menu. Our server Lydia was also so awesome! We had a..."

Madeline Ulivieri

The Vig Chicago

87/100 (1831 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"If you love a good southern style Fried Chicken Sandwich, The Vig is the place for you. If you love avacado toast, The Vig is the place for you If..."

Brian Frazier Wright

"Great staff, amazing food, vast drink selections. I would recommend this place to anyone in the..."

Correy DeWindt

"Hands down my favorite go-to spot in Old Town. The ambiance is perfect, the food is delicious and the staff is extremely friendly. I've lived in the..."

Fran Rugo

"Absolutely delicious food. Large servings. Enjoyed sitting outside. Highly recommend this place for..."

Bev Francis

"We stumbled upon The VIG after leaving Zanie's. The atmosphere and food were fantastic. Music was upbeat but not too loud. The stuffed meatball was..."

Carson McLaughlin

"This place is AWESOME! The food, cocktails and service was def on point! Can’t wait to come..."

Ina Zhang

"Loved this place as the final stop before leaving Chicago! The staff was accommodating and friendly. The chicken and waffle was TO DIE FOR! I've..."

Shelby Lynne Shaw

"Jaime was a WONDERFUL server and charming as a Vig agent . Joey Fatiagato the manager is a professional and personable representative of The Vig who..."

John Drabik

"Absolutely delicious! Music is great, food is great service is great! Drinks are very..."

Lisa McMiller

"Build out is awesome! Welcoming staff and atmosphere! Food and drink menus are Spot On! Very welcome addition to Old..."

Michael Burkholder

"Go now. Run, don't walk. The service is great and the food is even better. The only other place I've been that compares is The Whale. And imagine my..."

Rocky Blackmon

"We embarked on a brunch adventure to The VIG for good food and vibes on the Fourth of July. We got the whole gastropub experience with the the rustic..."

Nikhil D'Mello

"Stopped here after checking out Old Town. We were looking for a nice place to eat and The VIG delivered. Great service, great food, and I definitely..."

Ben Dziennik

"This is a really great burger place in Old Town! They also have really amazing salads. I like this place so much I went there twice this past weekend..."

Neil Hackler

"Lively upscale sports bar. People watching is part of the draw. Plentiful seating but reservations are a must. Brunch has loads of delicious options...."

christine albritton

"First time visit. Great atmosphere. Love the music, perfect volume for conversation. Food portion is just right. The waitresses are so friendly and..."

Mark Liu

"My friends and I come here often and absolutely LOVE The Vig! Fun atmosphere, great food, delicious cocktails and great beer options. I’m a..."

Kylie Holliman-Rivera

"In the neighborhood and looked for a place to eat. Thought we'd try this place. I'm so glad we did. Atmosphere was classy and cool, great music and..."

Monica Mullen

"The food was amazing, I recommend the skillet cinnamon rolls as a dessert. Service was not the best, the waitresses seemed like they did not want to..."

Hannah Deng

"If you live here, moving, or just visiting do yourself the biggest flavor I mean favor and come here and get the cinnamon roll. THE BEST THING I PUT..."

Joe Ensey

Interurban Boathouse

"Went for a great happy hour that became an amazing dinner. Good place for casual snacks, drinks and meals at reasonable prices and very tasty food..."

James Crotchett

"We love the appetizers, the goat cheese crock with crispy toast and the braised short rib pot stickers. Amazing sandwiches and desserts! Great..."

Mary Quinlan Kovats

"We've been loving Interurban's pastries and food since they've opened, my family is addicted to the pop tarts! The new space and menu look..."

Stefanie Lester Coslow

"The food is creative and healthy. I specially like the Japanese Pancake and of course I love the desserts, pop tarts, and chocolate zucchini cake..."

Lucia Dunn

"Wonderful experience. Christine, Congratulations! Can't wait to come back...."

John Tuohy

"We love Christine's baked goods! They are the best in the city!! We recently had the take and bake ciabatta rolls and salted caramel Apple pie for..."

Jennifer Guimond-Quigley

"Loved the Nautical Vibe - Excellent Vittles - Friendly Staff - Shrimp to Die For - I’ll be back,..."

Ed Gilliland

"Amazing owner and pastry chef, staff and the delicious baked goods and soups,..."

Julie Aguirre-Garcia

"Great, tasty treats. Love that you can visit in your..."

Bonita L Gerdes

"The most amazing cake,I had Christine cake more than ones, so I knew how delicious they are,last Friday was my daughter wedding, it was very..."

Maria Shimizu

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Kathy Gorrell

"Always a great spot for lunch or a sweet treat! The egg biscuit is great..."

Sally LaJoie

"Great service. A hidden gem in Lincoln Park. I always feel like I've gotten value for my money when I buy lunch here. I have converted several of my..."

Frank Labaty

"From the pastries to the salads and chili and WATERMELON FRESCA!!!! If you don't know about this gem of a cafe you are missing out!!!! As a business..."

Molly McCarty Sikora

"Poptarts! Love this..."

Renee Moravek

"This is my favorite breakfast place in Lincoln Park. Great pastries and an excellent bacon, egg spinach and cheese..."

Froilan Nunez

"We had a salad, chili, and pork belly tacos... sweet potato chili was different but all the food was great and fresh. Bartender was very nice and..."

Joe Smith

"An amazing atmosphere and meal complemented by the most warm and wonderful staff. Shane Christine and Mario we're so down to earth and friendly. I..."

Gino Barrto

"Great new restaurant. My wife and friends were looking for something different and new and took a chance on this place and it was fantastic. Drinks..."

John Vasicek

"Such a hidden gem! The interior was really well done, and the food and service were both amazing. The menu had lots of good items on it, so we'll..."

Josh Gantz

"Walked five miles to get there and it was worth every step! The menu had so many amazing items that it was hard to choose with most priced under $10..."

Katharine Wood

"I can't wait to go back here! It felt a little like I'd gone on vacation between the maps and the boat decor throughout the restaurant. The staff was..."

Maija M.

"Went here to work for an afternoon while visiting Chicago. I sat at the bar and had a cold brew coffee and the Greekish salad. Both were excellent,..."

Katie Fritz

Higgins Tavern

Farm Bar

87/100 (2084 ratings)

"I recently visited Farm Bar with my cousin, and even without a reservation, our experience was fantastic! We decided to sit at the bar, where the..."

Jennifer Ball

"Pretty good and large portions of fish and chips. I actually might like it more than Duke of Perth, which is kinda the go to spot in the area. Fish..."

Alex Soto

"I am a tad burger obsessed, and Farm Bar easily has one of the top five burgers I’ve had. The burger patty itself has the perfect fat content, the..."

Liz M

"Starting with the great stuff: fantastic food, beautiful decor and friendly staff. The cheese curds really are to die for! The brunch menu is filled..."

Kelsey Overberg

"What a place to have dinner! All the food was delicious: the brussel sprouts came with the most delicious pork belly and apples, the burger was very..."

A. MDLP

"We love Farm Bar. I always feel like they should be for special occasions because they are so classy but their prices warrant more regular visits...."

Peach Fuzz

"This place has a nice atmosphere. Felt very crowded inside so we sat outside (has about 7 tables on Wellington Ave). Service was good but can be a..."

Eran Dromy

"Farm Bar is a cute trendy bar in Lakeview. With lots of American staples in a classier fashion, you'll have plenty to enjoy. I got the fried..."

Clay Goldman

"Excellent, eclectic menu from appetizers to dessert! Nice outdoor seating options as..."

Michael Brown

"overall good experience at farm bar. a little bit annoyed that i made a reservation and they sat us outside. our waiter luckily made room for us..."

MaryClare F

Los Corrales

"I love this place of course I don't go there anymore cause I went there with my xgirlfriend before so it would be akward now to go without her but..."

Juliano Pasquel Martinez

"My favorite chilaquiles in Chicagoland. Try the albinil..."

Bill Bergman

"Service is great! Their mezcal margaritas are the best! Tacos are good. Mos def recommend..."

Dana C. Perez

"I love the food and drinks it's such a cool chill spot. My input tho is the place can use a little more light to be able to the menu a little better..."

Eli Gar

"Just went in for the food, had a burger and a taco and they were delicious. Ps Im Mexican and hard taco critic but this place really surprised..."

Mario Ruiz Jr.

"My friends and I were seeking shelter and warmth the first night of Riot Fest and this was the first place we happened on - Lucky us! The staff..."

Sarah Francis

"Good tacos, great variety, hanger steak taco was my..."

David Kail

"Wonderful experience! I have dozens of exceptional tacquerias in Belmont Cragin and normally not a fan of experimental takes on traditional..."

Francis Xavier Past III

"Great special for the guys! Loved the chicken tacos and..."

Jessica Lynne Harbinson

"Great food fun bartender... nice atmosphere. Cool..."

Dennis Graeber

"The bartender Stephanie is really great. SUUUUPER friendly! The tacos are..."

Kitty Vava Voom

"Love the bullshit deal and its tacos. Great food & service. And near my..."

Mary Aguilera

"The food was awesome. It was a little loud but worth..."

Cherish S. Peters

"New Rogers Park location: Friendly and attentive service, excellent tacos and cocktails, and really good prices! Homemade tortillas are my..."

Julie Hines-Lyman

"Big bar in the heart of Wicker Park. Lots of local beers on tap and a friendly staff of bartenders waiting to serve you asap. Come here with friends..."

Mark Villarreal

"Don't get me wrong, this place is kind of a dive - and it's great. Food is awesome and inexpensive. Vibes are good with real candles. Burger and..."

Alex Tarnow

"I really can't say enough good stuff about Bullhead. I live down the street from here and I go here all the time when I get hungry. The tacos are..."

Old Joy

"Awesome tacos. Got a sweet potato taco which was very tasty & had an awesome sauce. Also had the fried chicken taco which was good as well. Their..."

Amy “Aymee67” Defalco

"Great specials... The burger is to die for and they have pretty good tacos with very unique flavor combos. Nice dark atmosphere great playlist. The..."

Marvina Starks

"Excellent food and really unique taco selection. They have homemade tortillas, which only boots their already great taco offerings. If you want to..."

Claudia Herrera

"Bullhead Cantina serves up great tacos all around, but especially has interesting vegetarian options, which you don't see in most places. I've tried..."

Ela Ana

"**THIS IS A CASH ONLY BAR!!!** Good bar to grab drinks with friends if you're in the area, not sure that I would travel out of my way to go here...."

Serena Robinson

"$6 for tallboy, taco, and whiskey shot? Yes, please. They have different drink specials everyday, but we were lucky enough to make it for $6..."

Alicia Acevedo

"This place is a Humboldt Park gem! As my first check in in Humboldt Park, this area is impressing me already. They have great daily specials on..."

Seher Dholakia

"Love these tacos! So unique and delicious but still affordable. Great atmosphere in the bar. The bartender was very kind and easy going. We go pretty..."

Tatjana Moffitt

"Three reasons to go: tacos, cocktails, & specials. These are some of the best tacos I have ever eaten -- many vegetarian options available! House..."

Skylar Moran

"Good neighborhood bar with friendly staff, good beers and great food. All of their tacos are great, but personal favorites are carnitas and the sweet..."

Fernando Cordova

"My favorite taqueria in Chicago!!! Fantastic taco selection. Authentic tacos with a bit of a fine dining flair. Many vegan/vegetarian-friendly..."

Jake Swett

"I come here for the guacamole & margaritas. So delicious! Their Smoked margarita has become a fave. Just goes well with the guac. Service is..."

judy cardona

"(Taken from my yelp account) 3.5 stars. Bullhead Cantina has great deals on different days. I usually go on tuesdays when they have 2$ tacos/3$..."

Maria Marquez

"I can confidently say that out of all the taco places I've eaten from in the city over the years Bullhead cantina has some of if not the best tacos..."

thomas ramirez

"OH MAN. The vegetarian tacos here are to die for. I could eat 5 of the kale and grits tacos alone. So good. And they have a solid selection of..."

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