Emerald Loop Bar and Grill

4.4

1061 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Great for happy hour
Great for craft beers
Great for creative cocktails

Located in the Loop in the historic 35 East Wacker Drive Building. The fare is traditional Irish and American favorites. Serving Lunch & Dinner - indoor & outdoor seating available (max 6 guests per table)

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Irish
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(312) 263-0200 ext. 0
Website
http://www.emeraldloop.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Marco Lopez
Private party facilities
https://emeraldloop.com/private-events-2/

Location
216 N Wabash, Chicago, IL 60601
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Cross street
Upper Wacker Drive
Parking details
Street parking metered.
Public transit
CTA bus (134, 135, 136, 145, 146), Red Line train (State & Lake), Brown Line train (State & Lake), Green Line train (State & Lake), Purple Line train (State & Lake), Orange Line train (State & Lake), Pink Line train (State & Lake), Metra train (Millennium station), Cabs plentiful
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Giant Soft German Pretzel$14.00
Beer cheese, grain mustard, German mustard
Wisconsin Cheese Curds$11.00
Wisconsin cheddar, marinara, herb ranch
Charcuturie$18.00
Genoa salami, andouille sausage, mortadella, hot capicola, bleu cheese, Irish cheddar. Spicy olive salad, onion jam, grain mustard, grape tomatoes, crackers
- Serves 1-2$18.00
Chick-Aritas$12.00
Breaded chicken thigh bites, green onions, Korean sweet chili honey drizzle
Tuna Poke Tacos (3)$14.00
Fried corn tortilla, avocado, radishes, endamame, green onion, spicy aioli
Fried Pickles$11.00
House brined and breaded pickle chips served with chile lime sauce
Pub Nachos*$16.00
Chicken or smoked brisket; beans, cheese sauce, melted mozzarella and provolone cheese, salsa, pickled jalapeños, sour cream and queso fresco. Ideal for sharing
Parmesan Truffle Fries$13.00
Truffle oil, rosemary, sea salt. Dipping: Curry sauce, malt vinegar aioli and sriracha ketchup
House-Made Guacamole$11.00
Tortilla chips, salsa
Irish Sausage Roll$14.00
Winston Irish sausage, puff pastry, sliced. Dipping: Spicy mustard, onion jam and curry ranch
Loop Chicken Wings*$16.00
Bone-in or boneless. Choose Your Sauce: Sriracha BBQ, Spicy Curry, Mango Habanero, Korean Sweet Chili, Buffalo, Garlic Parmesan or Guinness BBQ. Ranch or Bleu Cheese Dressing
- 8 for$16.00
- 15 for$24.00
Charred Brussels Sprouts$12.00
Queso fresco, herbs, olive oil, sweet chili
Baked Naan Flatbreads$12.00
Mozzarella, sausage, basil and tomato*. Truffle, wild mushroom, goat cheese, herbed oil
Hummus$13.00
Carrots, cucumber, celery, bell peppers, bleu cheese dressing, naan bread
Quesadillas*$14.00
Chicken, chorizo or steak: veggies, salsa, sour cream

Burgers

8oz Angus Beef, Turkey or Beyond©. Trimmings: Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle Chips. Choose Bread: Brioche, Pretzel Bun or Whole Wheat Bun. Cheese ($1.50): Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Cheddar, Irish Cheddar, Swiss, Ghost Pepper, Smoked Gouda, Provolone, American. Toppings ($1): Mushrooms, Ale Braised Onions, Fresh Jalapeños. Toppings ($2.50): Andouille, Sausage, Bacon, Fried Egg, Avocado

Emerald Burger*$14.50
With all the trimmings + onion jam
Black & Bleu*$15.75
Blackened spices, crumble bleu cheese + trimmings
Chirish*$17.50
Irish cheddar, Irish bacon rasher, American bacon, onion jam + trimmings
Kickin' Southwest*$17.00
Ghost pepper cheese, poblano red onion jam, fresh jalapenos, guacamole, chicharron, chipotle ranch + trimmings
Hickory*$18.00
Thick-cut bacon, smoked brisket, crispy onion straws, cheddar cheese, Guinness BBQ sauce + trimmings
Loop Classic on Wheat*$15.75
American cheese, charred onions, pickle chips, mustard and ketchup, wheat bun

Salads & Soup

Dressings: Balsamic Vinaigrette, Bleu Cheese, Herb Ranch, Raspberry Poppyseed, Chipotle Ranch, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Irish Caesar*$19.00
Grilled blackened salmon, romaine lettuce, shaved Irish cheddar, grilled tomatoes, Caesar dressing, Irish brown bread, cream cheese
Bacon Tomato Avocado Wedge*$12.00
Marinated heirloom tomatoes, bacon, avocado, red onion, blue cheese crumbles
Pear Goat Cheese*$18.00
Grilled chicken, mixed greens, fresh raspberries, curried walnuts, raspberry poppy seed dressing
Carne Asada Steak Salad*$19.00
Mixed greens, avocado, tomato, corn, beans, cilantro, onion, queso fresco, tortilla strips, flour tortilla, chipotle ranch or cilantro lime vinaigrette
Emerald Chopped*$16.00
Grilled chicken or smoked brisket, chopped greens, carrots, tomato, red onion, bacon, gorgonzola cheese, avocado, egg, white beans, shaved radishes, roasted corn, poblano pepper
Shawarma Salad Bowl$15.00
Field greens, heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, red cabbage, roasted pine nuts, lemon tahini dressing. Topped with falafel and hummus
Grilled Vegetable Salad$15.00
Eggplant, peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, Brussel sprouts, grilled tomato tossed with feta cheese, almonds, balsamic vinaigrette and spring lettuce mix
House Salad$8.00
Mixed greens, cabbage, craisins

Soups

Roasted Tomato Bisque$4.00
- Cup$4.00
- Bowl$6.00

Side with Burgers, Sandwiches & Wraps

Choice of Side with Burgers, Sandwiches & Wraps

French Fries
No Charge
Mashed Potatoes
No Charge
Kettle Chips
No Charge
Waffle Fries
No Charge
Onion Rings
Sub for $3.50
House Salad
Sub for $3.50
Charred Seasonal Veggies
Sub for $3.50
Fresh Fruit
Sub for $3.50
Mac & Cheese
Sub for $3.50
Elote Poblano Corn
Sub for $3.50
Parmesan Truffle Fries
Sub for $3.50
Cup of Soup
Sub for $3.50

Sandwiches

Turkey Club*$16.00
Oven roasted turkey, bacon, mixed greens, tomato, smashed avocado, cranberry aioli, country wheat toast
Grilled Chicken*$17.00
Grilled chicken, bacon, smashed avocado, tomatoes, mixed greens, garlic mayo, Swiss cheese, whole wheat bun
Blackened Whitefish$18.00
Blackened mahi mahi, Old bay tartar sauce, vinegar slaw, lettuce, tomato, pickle, brioche bun
Brisket Grilled Cheese*$16.00
Gouda, cheddar, Irish cheddar, house smoked brisket, Texas toast. Tomato bisque for dipping
Corned Beef*$17.00
Thick cut, half pound, Guinness and cider brined, Swiss cheese, dark rye bread toasted
Nashville Fried Chicken*$16.00
2 fried chicken breasts, red onion, house made pickles, hot sauce, ghost pepper cheese, mixed greens, ranch, brioche. Spicy!

Mac & Cheese

Classic Mac$17.00
Cavatappi noodles, 5-cheese: sharp cheddar, Merkts cheddar, Velveeta, mozzarella, parmesan and butter crumb crust. Toppings: Mushrooms with Truffle Oil, Bell Peppers, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Grilled Chicken*
Mac Piggy*$22.00
Smoked andouille, bacon, brisket, butter crumb crust, crispy onions, BBQ sauce
Buffalo Bird*$22.00
Crispy fried chicken, buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbles, butter crumb crust, ranch drizzle, celery and carrots
Elote$22.00
Roasted corn and poblano duo, queso fresco, lime, butter crumb crust, tajin sprinkle

Mains

Blackened Atlantic Salmon*$25.00
Sautéed, sustainably fished, sautéed watermelon, tomato, red onion, pan fried Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes
Fire Grilled Chicken Curry Bowl$20.00
Grilled curried chicken, cilantro lime riced cauliflower, sauteed curried vegetables, avocado, naan bread
Tuna Poke Bowl$22.00
Tuna Poke, cilantro lime cauliflower rice, cucumber, avocado, green onion, shredded carrots, shredded greens, tortilla strips, chipotle ranch and soy balsamic drizzle

Irish Fare

Fish and Chips*$23.00
Hand dipped beer battered cod, French fries, coleslaw, grilled lemon, malt vinegar, Old Bay tartar sauce
Shepherd's Pie*$19.00
Ground beef, vegetable stew, mashed potatoes
Bangers and Mash*$18.00
Irish sausages, mashed potatoes, Irish baked beans
All Day Irish Breakfast*$20.00
Irish bacon, black and white pudding, sausage, beans, eggs, grilled tomato, Irish brown bread

Lunch Special

Mon-Fri 11a-3p

All Wraps$12.00
French fries, waffle fries, kettle chips or cup of soup

Wraps

Sweet Chili Sriracha*$14.00
Crispy chicken strips, cilantro lime cabbage, pickled cucumber, sweet chili Sriracha sauce
Chicken & Bacon*$14.00
Avocado, tomato, romaine, balsamic vinaigrette
Buffalo Chicken Finger*$14.00
Lettuce, tomato, herb ranch
Turkey Pear$14.00
Oven roasted turkey, swiss cheese, pear, tomatoes, dried cranberries, baby greens
Carne Asada Steak*$16.00
Mixed greens, avocado, tomato, corn, pinto beans, cilantro, onion, tortilla strips, queso fresco, chipotle ranch
Grilled Vegetable Wrap$14.00
Eggplant, peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, Brussels sprouts, grilled tomato tossed with queso fresco, almonds, balsamic vinaigrette and spring lettuce mix

Desserts

Churros (2)$6.00
Chocolate or raspberry dipping sauces
Bread Pudding$9.00
Apple walnut bread pudding, topped with vanilla ice cream and Bailey's caramel sauce
Ice Cream$6.00
2 scoops, choose from vanilla or salted caramel, topped with chocolate or caramel drizzle

Beer

Tap

Guinness, Irish Stout, Ireland (4.2%)$9.00
Miller Lite, American Pilsner, Wisconsin (4.2%)$6.50
Magners, Irish Apple Cider, Ireland (4.5%)$9.00
Smithwick's, Irish Red Ale, Ireland (4.5%)$9.00
Krombacher Pils, German Pilsner, Germany (4.8%)$8.50
Harp, Irish Lager, Ireland (5%)$9.00
Revolution Freedom Lemonade, A Session Lemonade Sour, Chicago (5%)$8.50
Dovetail Vienna-Style Lager, Chicago (5.1%)$8.50
Blue Moon, Belgian White, Colorado (5.4%)$8.00
Half Acre Tome, Hazy Pale Ale, Chicago (5.5%)$8.50
Bells Oberon, An American Wheat Ale, Michigan (5.8%)$9.00
Alarmist le Jus, New England-Style Juicy IPA, Chicago (6%)$9.00
3 Floyds Zombie Dust, Pale Ale, Indiana (6.2%)$9.00
Revolution Anti-Hero IPA, Chicago (6.5%)$9.00
Rotating Craft Beer$8.50
ask your server
Draft Beer Deal$6.50
ask your server

Bottles

Budweiser$6.75
Coors Light$6.75
Michelob Ultra$6.75
Miller Lite$6.75
Allagash White Ale$7.50
Corona$7.50
Heineken$7.50
Lagunitas IPNA (N/A)$6.75
Modelo$7.50
O'Douls (N/A)$5.00

Cider, Seltzers & Spirits Cans

Ask about Bucket specials

Angry Orchard$7.00
- 12oz$7.00
Topo Chico Hard Seltzer$8.00
Strawberry Guava
- Bottle (12oz)$8.00
Absolut Grapefruit Paloma (7%)$9.00
Made with Vodka
- 12oz$9.00
Jameson Ginger & Lime (5%)$8.00
- 12oz$8.00
Strongbow Cider$8.00
- 16.9oz$8.00
Truly Hard Seltzer$8.00
Wild Berry or Strawberry Lemonade
- 12oz$8.00
Vander Mill Totally Roasted Cider$8.00
- 12oz$8.00
Virtue Pear Cider$7.00
- 12oz$7.00
Whiteclaw Hard Seltzer$8.00
Black Cherry, Mango or Lime
- 12oz$8.00

Cans

3 Floyds Gumballhead$8.00
- 12oz$8.00
Goose Island 312$8.00
- 16oz$8.00
Guinness Nitro Cold Brew$9.00
- 14.9oz$9.00
Half Acre Daisy Cutter$9.00
- 16oz$9.00
Maplewood Son of Juice IPA (6.3%)$9.00
- 16oz$9.00
PBR$4.50
- 16oz$4.50
Stella Artois$8.00
- 16oz$8.00

Cocktails

Strawbasil Vodka Lemonade$13.00
Homemade strawberry basil lemonade, Three Olives Citrus Vodka, Lemon Wedge
Caribbean Mule$13.00
Cruzan white rum, pineapple juice, ginger beer, lime juice, pineapple garnish
Jamo-Ade$13.00
Jameson Irish Whiskey, fresh lime juice, Meyer lemonade. Choose from: Classic, Blueberry, Peac
Bloody Mary$13.00
Three Olives vodka, local Vintage Vine Bloody Mary Mix, dash Guinness, pickle, tomato, sport peppers, celery stick, polish sausage, celery salt rim. +$1 Miller High Life Pony
Loop Old Fashioned$13.00
Jefferson's vsb bourbon, honey syrup, orange bitters, Angostura bitters, orange peel and cherry garnish
Espresso Martini$13.00
Three olives vodka, cold brew coffee, kahlua, simple syrup, coffee bean garnish
Spanish G&T$13.00
Beefeater gin, Fever Tree tonic, cucumber, dried juniper berries, lime whee
Margarita$13.00
Altos Silver tequila and Choose From: Classic, Spicy Watermelon, Passion Fruit, raspberry
Raspberry Bubbles$13.00
Brut Champagne, coconut Malibu rum, Chambord, raspberry puree served up with raspberry garnish
French 12$13.00
Brut champagne, Malfy Rosa Pink Gin, rose flower cordial, lemon juice, lemon twist garnish, Served up
Moscow Mule$13.00
Absolut vodka (Classic, Absolut Juice Strawberry or Absolut Juice Apple), ginger beer, lime wedge
Aperol Spritz$13.00
Prosecco, Aperol, soda water, orange garnish
Sangria$13.00
Red wine sangria, fresh fruit
- Half Carafe$13.00
- Full Carafe$19.00

Wine

Whites

Tilia, Chardonnay (Argentina)$9.50
Stella, Pinot Grigio (Italy)$10.00
Kris, Pinot Grigio (Italy)$11.00
Hahn, Chardonnay (California)$12.00
The Better Half, Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand)$12.00
Clean Slate, Riesling (Washington)$11.00

Reds

Lapostolle, Merlot (Chile)$11.00
High Note, Malbec (Argentina)$11.00
Bogle, Pinot Noir (California)$11.00
Twenty Acres, Cabernet Sauvignon (California)$12.00
Quilt, Cabernet Sauvignon (California)$55.00
- Bottle$55.00
Böen, Pinot Noir (California)$48.00
- Bottle$48.00
Catena, Malbec (Argentina)$48.00
- Bottle$48.00
Frogs Leap Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon (California)$75.00
- Bottle$75.00

Rosé & Bubbles

Rosé All Day, Rosé (Italy)$11.00
Dom Ste Michelle, Brut (Washington)$30.00
Biagio Prosecco, Brut (Italy)$11.00
- Split (187ml)$11.00

Spirits

Irish Whiskey

Powers$6.00
- Shot (1oz)$6.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$11.00
Jameson$8.50
- Shot (1oz)$8.50
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$13.00
West Cork Bourbon Cask$8.50
- Shot (1oz)$8.50
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$12.00
Red Breast$12.00
- Shot (1oz)$12.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$17.00
Red Breast Lustau Edition$13.00
- Shot (1oz)$13.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$18.00
Green Spot$12.00
- Shot (1oz)$12.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$17.00
Green Spot Chateau Leoville Barton$14.00
- Shot (1oz)$14.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$21.00
Yellow Spot$13.00
- Shot (1oz)$13.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$18.00
Midleton Very Rare$23.00
- Shot (1oz)$23.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$32.00
Sexton Single Malt$8.00
- Shot (1oz)$8.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$12.00

Tequila

Patron$9.00
Silver, Anejo, Reposado
- Shot (1oz)$9.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$13.00
Casamigos Blanco$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$15.00
Don Julio$10.00
Anejo, Blanco Silver, Reposado
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$15.00
1800 Cristalino$12.00
- Shot (1oz)$12.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$17.00
400 Conejos Mezcal$9.00
- Shot (1oz)$9.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$13.00
Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Reposado$12.00
- Shot (1oz)$12.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$17.00

Bourbon

Bulleit$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$13.00
Bulleit Rye$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$13.00
Elijah Craig$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$13.00
Heaven's Door$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$14.00
Jefferson's VSB Bourbon$9.00
- Shot (1oz)$9.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$13.00
Angels Envy$13.00
- Shot (1oz)$13.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$17.00
Makers Mark$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$13.00
Basil Hayden$11.00
- Shot (1oz)$11.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$15.00
Knob Creek$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$13.00
Buffalo Trace$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$14.00
Templeton Rye$11.00
- Shot (1oz)$11.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$15.00
Woodford Reserve$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$14.00

Scotch

Macallan 12 (Single Malt)$12.00
- Shot (1oz)$12.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$17.00
Glenlivet 12 (Single Malt)$12.00
- Shot (1oz)$12.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$17.00
Johnny Walkerblack Label (Blend)$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$14.00
Laphroaig (Single Malt)$12.00
- Shot (1oz)$12.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$17.00
Dewars White Label (Blend)$10.00
- Shot (1oz)$10.00
- Neat/Rocks (2.5oz)$14.00

Non-Alcoholic

Sugar Free Flavors: Black Cherry, Mango, Peach, Raspberry, Strawberry

Coffee$3.50
Regular or decaf
Iced Tea$3.75
Unsweetened or flavored
Lemonade$3.75
Regular or flavored
Sparkling Water$3.50
Regular or flavored
IBC Root Beer$4.00
Perrier$4.00
- 500ml$4.00
Aqua Pana$4.00
Still water
- 16.9oz$4.00

Daily Deals (Everyday)

Draft Beer Deal$6.50
Ask Your Server
Domestic Buckets$19.00
Mix & Match!
PBR$4.50
- Cans (16oz)$4.50
Powers Irish Whiskey Shots$6.00
Cider, Seltzers & Sparkling Buckets$27.00
Mix & Match!

What 1,061 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

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Emerald Loop Bar and Grill offers a "great atmosphere" and is ideally located near the Chicago Theatre, making it perfect for pre-show dinners. Guests praise the "fantastic" pear goat salad and "delicious" flatbreads. While some note service inconsistencies, the "attentive" staff and appealing happy hour specials stand out.

1,061 Reviews

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Maria
Chicago
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was very good, in general. It would be nice to have more options of foods for happy hour.
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Kelly
Chicago
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
overall the food was great but the service was very slow.
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Martin
Chicago
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food and the service was very good. My wife had the brisket grilled cheese sandwich and it was really good.
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ADRIANE
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent brunch with my girls. Food was so very good and service was stellar.
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Sarah
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good bar food, fast and attentive service great atmosphere
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Scott
Phoenix
23 reviews
3.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We ate here on a not too busy early Sunday evening. It’s a cool venue in a classy old building but it seems to me they are struggling to compete. The seat adjacent had a large gaping gash in the vinyl; the floor under our table was dirty; the decor visibly dusty in places. Service was ok but some water would have been nice. The food was a bit slow to arrive given that we only ordered burgers, but it was hot and tasty when it came out. Overall there are dozens of other places in the Loop that are doing things better.
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Jayne
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were in more of a rush than anticipated but everyone was helpful and responsive, helping us enjoy our time without feeling stressed. A wonderful experience and we hope to come again soon with more time.
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Stephen
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I’ve been here four times with one to three other people. Appears great food and good service. The sound is ata good level: quiet enough to have a conversation but loud enough to hear the game.
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Teri
Chicago
39 reviews
2.0
39 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was mediocre at best. Definitely a downgrade since the last time we were there. My carne asada wrap had steak cooked well done (which I never would have ordered that way) that was tough and flavorless. The mac and cheese had sauce that was overly thin. My husband's "extra crispy" fries came lukewarm and limp, and upon asking the waiter to throw them back in the fryer, the waiter took it upon himself to bring a replacement order that was..... wait for it... lukewarm and limp. Disappointed that our go-to spot pre-concert seems to be on the decline.
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Richard
Chicago
178 reviews
5.0
178 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
y wife and I stopped in for a meal before the Grant Park Music Festival on a Wednesday afternoon. We ordered the Irish sausages in a puff pastry served with 3 sauces. It as OK. we also had the mushroom and goat cheese flatbread which was very good. We shared the pear and goat cheese salad which was excellent; a must order. For dinner I had the shepard's pie which was hige and took half home. My wife had the turkey club which was excellent and took half home. We also had a side of the corn which was delicious. They had some nice happy hour specials. We will definitely come again.
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FAQs

Emerald Loop Bar and Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 263-0200 ext. 0.

Emerald Loop Bar and Grill is rated 4.4 stars by 1061 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Emerald Loop Bar and Grill

216 N Wabash, Chicago, IL 60601

Additional information

Cross street
Upper Wacker Drive
Neighborhood
Downtown / Loop
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Irish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking metered.
Public transit
CTA bus (134, 135, 136, 145, 146), Red Line train (State & Lake), Brown Line train (State & Lake), Green Line train (State & Lake), Purple Line train (State & Lake), Orange Line train (State & Lake), Pink Line train (State & Lake), Metra train (Millennium station), Cabs plentiful
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Marco Lopez
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.emeraldloop.com/
Phone number
(312) 263-0200 ext. 0
Private party facilities
https://emeraldloop.com/private-events-2/

Emerald Loop Bar and Grill

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Snacks & Sharing

Giant Soft German Pretzel$14.00

Wisconsin Cheese Curds$11.00

Charcuturie$18.00

Chick-Aritas$12.00

Tuna Poke Tacos (3)$14.00

Fried Pickles$11.00

Pub Nachos*$16.00

Parmesan Truffle Fries$13.00

House-Made Guacamole$11.00

Irish Sausage Roll$14.00

Loop Chicken Wings*$16.00

Charred Brussels Sprouts$12.00

Baked Naan Flatbreads$12.00

Hummus$13.00

Quesadillas*$14.00

Burgers

Emerald Burger*$14.50

Black & Bleu*$15.75

Chirish*$17.50

Kickin' Southwest*$17.00

Hickory*$18.00

Loop Classic on Wheat*$15.75

Salads & Soup

Irish Caesar*$19.00

Bacon Tomato Avocado Wedge*$12.00

Pear Goat Cheese*$18.00

Carne Asada Steak Salad*$19.00

Emerald Chopped*$16.00

Shawarma Salad Bowl$15.00

Grilled Vegetable Salad$15.00

House Salad$8.00

Soups

Roasted Tomato Bisque$4.00

Side with Burgers, Sandwiches & Wraps

French Fries

Mashed Potatoes

Kettle Chips

Waffle Fries

Onion Rings

House Salad

Charred Seasonal Veggies

Fresh Fruit

Mac & Cheese

Elote Poblano Corn

Parmesan Truffle Fries

Cup of Soup

Sandwiches

Turkey Club*$16.00

Grilled Chicken*$17.00

Blackened Whitefish$18.00

Brisket Grilled Cheese*$16.00

Corned Beef*$17.00

Nashville Fried Chicken*$16.00

Mac & Cheese

Classic Mac$17.00

Mac Piggy*$22.00

Buffalo Bird*$22.00

Elote$22.00

Mains

Blackened Atlantic Salmon*$25.00

Fire Grilled Chicken Curry Bowl$20.00

Tuna Poke Bowl$22.00

Irish Fare

Fish and Chips*$23.00

Shepherd's Pie*$19.00

Bangers and Mash*$18.00

All Day Irish Breakfast*$20.00

Lunch Special

All Wraps$12.00

Wraps

Sweet Chili Sriracha*$14.00

Chicken & Bacon*$14.00

Buffalo Chicken Finger*$14.00

Turkey Pear$14.00

Carne Asada Steak*$16.00