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4.7
- 4.7Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
The Publican
4.7
5945 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
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2 people
Mar 29, 2025
March 2025
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
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7:30 PM
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Good for groups
- Neighborhood gem
- Lively
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesAmerican, European, Beer Garden
- Hours of operationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefPaul Kahan
- Private party facilitiesPublican Quality Meats, located just across the street from the Publican, can accommodate up to 38 for a Seated Dinner, up to 75 for a Cocktail Reception, or up to 24 at the Chef's Prep Table. The Publican can accommodate up to 125 for seated luncheons, or evening Buyouts and 175 for Receptions.
- Delivery & takeout
- NeighborhoodWest Loop
- Cross streetW Fulton Market & N Green St
- Parking detailsValet parking & limited street parking available
- Public transit- #8 Halsted Bus, exit on Fulton Market Stop. - 3 blocks east of Morgan Green/Pink Line stop.
- AdditionalBar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Sunday Supper Club: Bistro Night
$55.00 per person
Mar 30, 2025 onlyTransport yourself to a cozy French bistro with this thoughtfully curated three-course menu. Enjoy timeless classics prepared with the finest ingredients, celebrating the rich flavors and traditions of French cuisine. For an enhanced dining experience, add an optional French wine pairing for $20 Course 1 - Your choice of: Lyonnaise Salad or French Onion Soup Course 2 - Your choice of: Steak Frites with Mâitre d'Hôtel Butter or Loup de Mer with Potatoes and Rouille Course 3 - Strawberry Sea Salt Sundae
What 5,945 people are saying
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Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Publican delights with its "fresh, interesting food," "amazing brunch," and "phenomenal service." Known for its unique menu and lively atmosphere, it excels in communal dining experiences. Highlights include "crispy potatoes," "incredible oysters," and "the famous Publican bacon." Ideal for sharing, it remains a Chicago favorite for any occasion.
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Erin VIP
Chicago2 reviews
4.0Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 3
- Ambience 5
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Brian VIP
New York City13 reviews
5.0Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Anna
Washington DC1 review
5.0Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Aarushi
Chicago2 reviews
1.0Dined 3 days ago
- Overall 1
- Food 1
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Devin
Singapore9 reviews
5.0Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
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Michelle VIP
Washington DC5 reviews
5.0Dined 5 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Steven VIP
Chicago21 reviews
5.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Joseph VIP
Hawaii40 reviews
5.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Flo
Chicago4 reviews
5.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago2 reviews
5.0Dined on March 16, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
The Publican offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 733-9555.
The Publican is rated 4.7 stars by 5945 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Experiences are available.
837 W. Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
Additional information
- Cross streetW Fulton Market & N Green St
- NeighborhoodWest Loop
- Hours of operationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesAmerican, European, Beer Garden
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsValet parking & limited street parking available
- Public transit- #8 Halsted Bus, exit on Fulton Market Stop. - 3 blocks east of Morgan Green/Pink Line stop.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefPaul Kahan
- AdditionalBar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Delivery & takeout
- Phone number
- Private party facilitiesPublican Quality Meats, located just across the street from the Publican, can accommodate up to 38 for a Seated Dinner, up to 75 for a Cocktail Reception, or up to 24 at the Chef's Prep Table. The Publican can accommodate up to 125 for seated luncheons, or evening Buyouts and 175 for Receptions.