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Emerald Loop Bar and Grill, Chicago, IL
Emerald Loop Bar and Grill, Chicago, IL
Emerald Loop Bar and Grill, Chicago, IL
Emerald Loop Bar and Grill, Chicago, IL
Emerald Loop Bar and Grill, Chicago, IL
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Emerald Loop Bar and Grill

4.6 (1073)
$30 and under
American
216 N Wabash, Chicago, IL 60601

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2 people
19:00

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighbourhood gem
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)

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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Marco Lopez
  • Private party facilities
    https://emeraldloop.com/private-events-2/
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    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
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,073 people are saying

Emerald Loop Bar and Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Emerald Loop Bar and Grill offers a lively atmosphere with friendly staff and "amazing" food. It's a perfect spot for a casual night out or St. Patrick's Day celebrations. While some experienced minor menu issues, the Irish fare and cozy environment are consistently praised. Many highlight the "excellent service" and "reasonable prices."
1,073 Reviews
  1. Dustin VIP

    Alabama1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, great prices, and cozy seating. 10/10

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  2. Todd

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good food, nice people, great vibe and outstanding Guinness 😀

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  3. Ray

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for drinks with friends and had a great time! The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, with friendly staff and plenty of space to relax. Their drink selection was solid, and the food was amazing—definitely coming back to try it next time. Perfect spot in the Loop for a casual night out.

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  4. Andrew

    Chicago / Illinois108 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great time enjoying fish and chips and Shepard pie. Good Irish fare. Friendly staff.

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  5. Felicia VIP

    Chicago / Illinois33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 17 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Perfect choice for St. Patrick's Day in the Loop! Delish food!

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  6. John VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food in a great environment! Great place to celebrate St Patrick’s Day!

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  7. Dana

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    If it wasn’t for our amazing server being so kind to us, we would’ve left and went somewhere else. We had reservations at opening time for Sunday brunch but when we arrived we got a very limited paper menu that had only 1 breakfast item. Our server was also confused about why the kitchen was refusing to do brunch as advertised. It was even advertised on the paper placemat. They wouldn’t even do a grilled cheese for a kid, only what was on the menu. No flexibility. Our amazing beautiful hearted server was also being treated badly by her coworkers even though she was in the right. Won’t be going back.

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  8. Alyssa

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good Irish fare and cozy atmosphere. Service was attentive and swift. I’d definitely come back

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  9. Julee

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good. My whiskey green river drink was great.

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  10. Tina

    Dallas - Fort Worth6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seated promptly for our dinner time reservation. It was Saturday night and a full house. I had looked at the menu early in the day and had my order planned ahead of time. They were unfortunately out of several items I asked for. No pretzel buns for the burgers, no root beer, no espresso martinis. That was all disappointing; but the food we did get made up for it. Ended up having the bbq mac and cheese for my meal and it was so good. Our group also had the Sheppard’s pie, a pretzel, and the spinach artichoke dip. We enjoyed it all.

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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 4.6 stars by 1073 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
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216 N Wabash, Chicago, IL 60601

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Upper Wacker Drive
  • Area
    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
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
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