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4.7
- 4.7Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
The Publican
4.7
5938 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Make a booking
2 people
25 Mar 2025
19:00
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Good for groups
- Neighbourhood gem
- Lively
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesAmerican, European, Beer Garden
- Hours of OperationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 16:00–21:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–17:30
- 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
- AreaWest 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, Patio/Outdoor Dining
Experiences
Sunday Supper Club: Bistro Night
US$55.00 per person
30 Mar 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 5,938 people are saying
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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.
5,938 Reviews
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Steven VIP
Chicago21 reviews
5.0Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Joseph VIP
Hawaii40 reviews
5.0Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago2 reviews
5.0Dined on 16 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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ShawnEh VIP
Chicago4 reviews
2.0Dined on 15 March 2025
- Overall 2
- Food 3
- Service 2
- Ambience 4
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Karen VIP
London5 reviews
2.0Dined on 15 March 2025
- Overall 2
- Food 4
- Service 2
- Ambience 3
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Kathy VIP
Chicago18 reviews
5.0Dined on 11 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago1 review
2.0Dined on 9 March 2025
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 3
- Ambience 5
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Kevin VIP
Chicago54 reviews
5.0Dined on 9 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago3 reviews
5.0Dined on 8 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore3 reviews
5.0Dined on 8 March 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 5938 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a booking
2 people
25 Mar 2025
19:00
Experiences are available.
837 W. Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
Additional information
- Cross StreetW Fulton Market & N Green St
- AreaWest Loop
- Hours of OperationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 16:00–21:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–17:30
- 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, Patio/Outdoor Dining
- 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.