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The Publican, Chicago, IL

The Publican

4.5
4.5
5909 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 52 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
A homage to oysters, pork and beer, Executive Chef Paul Kahan's eclectic menu is inspired by simple farmhouse fare in a space evocative of a European beer hall.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, European, Beer Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 733-9555
  • Website
    http://thepublicanrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Paul Kahan
  • Private party facilities
    Publican 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.
  • Location
    837 W. Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Cross street
    W Fulton Market & N Green St
  • Parking details
    Valet parking & limited street parking available
  • Public transit
    - #8 Halsted Bus, exit on Fulton Market Stop. - 3 blocks east of Morgan Green/Pink Line stop.
  • Additional
    Bar 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 - Feast of the 7 Fishes

    $112.00 per person

    Dec 22, 2024 only
    Sunday suppers are more than meals—they’re cherished gatherings, where we connect, share stories, and celebrate tradition around a table filled with love and laughter. The Publican invites you to join us for a special edition of our Sunday Supper Club: the Feast of the 7 Fishes. Immerse yourself in this classic Italian-American holiday tradition with a thoughtfully curated menu featuring fresh, seasonal seafood and the warmth of festive company.
    Sunday Supper Club - Feast of the 7 Fishes Photo

  • NYE at the Publican

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year at The Publican with a celebration for your perfect evening! Choose a standard reservation and enjoy the Publican classic dishes or two exciting add-on options to make your night unforgettable: Prix Fixe Menu – A specially curated multi-course dining experience showcasing chef Paul Kahan and Joe Spain's celebration inspired family style feast. Seafood Tower – Elevate your evening with a stunning selection of fresh, luxurious seafood to share to add onto your meal. Whether you’re looking for a casual night out or an elegant feast, let's toast to 2024!
    NYE at the Publican Photo

  • Sunday Supper Club - Osso Buco

    $95.00 per person

    Dec 22, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
    Sunday suppers are more than meals—they’re cherished gatherings, where we connect, share stories, and celebrate tradition around a table filled with love and laughter. Join us for an evening celebrating classic Italian flavors with a thoughtfully curated four-course menu. Enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with our Osso Buco Dinner. This thoughtfully crafted menu celebrates the art of slow-cooked, hearty dishes paired with seasonal ingredients and timeless traditions.
    Sunday Supper Club - Osso Buco Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 5,909 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Publican offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent farm-to-table" dishes and a "great drink selection." Guests love the "lively atmosphere" and "wonderful and attentive staff." While noise levels can be high, the restaurant consistently delivers "amazing food" and "outstanding service," making it a "highly recommended" spot for any occasion.

5,909 Reviews

  1. Stefan

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Have been coming here for years, the service was real bad today. We brought our well behaved young son, not sure if this was why? Server didn’t offer drinks when he came to the table, didn’t even greet us, just asked if we “had enough time with the menu”. I asked if we could have some drinks first (lol). Finished our drinks half way through, he never asked or offered another. Our empty dirty plates sat on our table for no joke 30 mins, I started stacking them up (lol). He didn’t return for at least 20 mins when we were trying to wrap up. We considered dessert to go, but were never offered - we had to ask what desserts they had. Not to be bougie but this is a nice restaurant that charged me nearly $200 and service was pretty dang bad honestly. Food was pretty good.

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  2. Daniel

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    After coming here 7 years still as good as when we first started.

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  3. Katie Jo

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant always feels like home and over delivers. I have been there for family get togethers, graduations and fun date nights. Tonight was another wonderful experience and long last memory. Thank you for the wonderful service and delicious food!!

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  4. Mark

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    super fun experience hosting a business dinner with clients. food and drink were amazing. something for everyone. lots of uniqueness. great service (like the team based approach).

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  5. Kristin

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Made celebrating a birthday special and so enjoyable.

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  6. Ian

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is still rock solid after all the years in business. Will definitely be back again soon.

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  7. Carolina

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The pork belly was amazing, the artichoke hearts and squash were also very good. The one dish that was disappointing was the porchetta, it sounds better than what it tastes. It tasted like thanksgiving turkey. Overall the food was very good! The spicy margarita was nice and balanced. Some portions are shareable which is nice because you get to try several dishes. The service was great!

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  8. Jeffrey

    Caribbean

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and drink, and exceptional service. The Publican continues to be a leader in the Chicago culinary scene. Definitely try the porchetta. Brian, our server, was one of the best that we have had in a very long time. Well done. Festive holiday decor, without overdoing it. Keep up the great work.

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  9. Jennifer

    VIP

    Chicago

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group had an excellent time! The service was great, and the food was yummy. Thank you!

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  10. Sarah

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and very accommodating for a large group!

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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 4.5 stars by 5909 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 52 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Publican

837 W. Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W Fulton Market & N Green St
  • Neighborhood
    West Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, European, Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet 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 options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Paul Kahan
  • Additional
    Bar 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
  • Website
    http://thepublicanrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (312) 733-9555
  • Private party facilities
    Publican 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.
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