42 Best Irish Pubs in Chicago

“Our first time performing at the bar- the entire band was treated like VIP by every staff member of the bar - we loved the atmosphere and yes, the cocktails 😉“

“Kevin is the best bartender“

“The best pint in County Cook“

“Good food! Great atmosphere.“

“The team working was great, friendly, attentive and that alone provided a fantastic atmosphere. We arrived with a group of 14 and they made sure we (and everyone) were all taken care of throughout the evening. Good drink specials, good music all in the heart of a Chicago neighborhood sounds like a winner to me. We will be returning, and if you’re ever in the neighborhood you should stop by. Thanks Six Penny Team. Steve O Rodriguez on behalf of LBSC.“

“Funtime after the game! ⚾️👏🏻“

“Live music is always delightful!“

“We went at Christmas time. They decorate the restaurant from the ceiling to the floor in lights. You can't help but get in the festive mood. We did make reservations and we came earlier and they still sat us. The staff was very friendly. I started with a cocktail called the Ramblers Rest. It was tasty. I could really taste the pomegranate notes. For appetizers we got the poutine. It is okay. For dinner I got the chef's wedge salad it was delicious. The homemade ranch dressing and the bacon bits totally made the salad. My hubby got their shepherd's pie. He said it was great. They have Coke products. They have a private area, and plenty of seating options. They have two fire places. I definitely want to go back during the summer. It looks like they have a large patio. Oh and they have a no stroller rule in the restaurant.

Kid-friendliness: No strollers allowed in the restaurant.“

“Cork & Kerry is a Southside iconic pub. It has a great atmosphere, beer & drink selection. The service is great. It's the type of place you will run into someone you know. They don't serve food there, but they will let you bring it in. There is a great party room for any occasion. There is plenty of room for at least 75 people comfortably. You can bring in your own decorations, food, and desserts. They will let you run an open bar tab or customize the occasion to your price range. Parking can be tricky depending on what day of the week you visit. There is only free street parking. You may have to drive to a side street unless it's not busy. Overall, Cork & Kerry is a great Southside Irish bar to visit.“

“One of the oldest bar is In Chicago I’ve been going for 30 years and still love it“

“WATCH OUT N KOREA MOB. tuff gucci, stuff hotdog cheddar“

“We came by Pippin's one evening for drinks and found it to be a great joint. A nice Irish pub with a great selection of Irish whisky's and a full bar and menu. Our server Joseph took good care of us and we tried a few libations before heading out on the town. Highly recommend Pippin's and we'll make it a point of coming back.“

“Food: amazing. Drinks: amazing. Service: amazing. Ambiance: amazing. Really though. The wings are huge so you’re actually getting your money’s worth for once. Pizza is fantastic (think cheese-pull) and their selection of beers seltzers and ciders is impressive for a place this size! Our server, Shawn, was so attentive and covered all the menus for us! Even recommended adding chorizo to their poblano corn dip, which was a total game changer. 100% worth a stop in if you haven’t been yet! Sit by their fireplace!“

“Great place to have a drink and socialize after work or at night! Awesome staff as well! Fridays and Saturdays dance 🕺🏻 💃 parties 🎊 are jumping! Recommend you check it out!“

“Fish and Chips was good. The fish is on the soft side and not really crispy, which could be a good or bad thing depending on what you prefer. I liked it. The curry ketchup was interesting and I thought it was a good addition. Fries were good. Onion soup was too salty but otherwise excellent. The bangers and mash was airy light and balanced---a very good and faithful rendition of the real thing.“

“Friendly staff and great service. Fun bar experience!“

“Great food and awesome staff!!“

“Last time we had the wings they were delicious, this Thursday they were dry, like they were sitting under a heat lamp and then tossed in sauce Disappointed. Had a BLT it was good! Husband had the chicken panini. It was delicious. Yes, we highly recommend going here. I think that the wait staff needs some more training. 👍“

“Cash bar. Local dive bar with occasional live music. No food is served here but they allow you to have it delivered there. Laid back place with very friendly bartenders. There's usually always someone playing instruments or live performances. You'll probably fine me here at least once a week.“

“The food is amazing and the staff is the best! Highly recommend!“

“I love a good dive bar and this is certainly one. The darker and dingier it is the better. This place fulfills me. The drinks/beers are cheap and their jukebox has nickleback. Burn it to the ground baby. One of the last bars around with a true cork board for darts.“

“Every time I come to Chicago I have to stop here
It is the best pub of any kind. Being an Irish Pub, makes it better. Aside from the picture of our worst president, obama, this is a gem. The staff is always friendly and the locals are very accepting of a boy from Queens. Love it“

“Good pretzel. Beat some jabronis at darts.“

“awesome staff and fun place to be“

“We hosted my husband’s 50th birthday last weekend there and I can’t say enough good things!!! From start to finish an incredible experience and so much fun! I plan events for a living and working with Ma O’Briens was the easiest, most helpful and amazing experience.“

“Great food. Good beer. If you’re looking for something after the pier for awesome pub fare this is the place.“

“I came for a drink but left impressed with the food.“

“Great place for a beer and food. Friendly servers. Excellent value as well“

“Great staff! Awesome atmosphere! And they have NFL ticket, so we could watch our Bengals game!!! Close food delivered! Great bar! Bonus that there’s a basketball game!!!“

“The bar tender was a gem. Accidentally walked in to see what they had available and ended up spending a couple hours enjoying the bartenders conversation and got one of the best old fashioned I'd ever had. Thanks for making Chicago exploration fun. Hope to get to your brother's bar downtown.“

“Great indoor outdoor venue on Riverwalk!“

“Awesome people and cool bartenders“

“I went to hear Irish music and it was amazing! Can’t wait to go back!“

“Great food, great vibes, and great service. This is an Ohio and Browns bar so be warned if those aren't your teams. But if you're looking for authentic Irish food and a good Guinness (glass cup and they wait on the pour) this is your spot! Plus, great game day deals!!“

“Dogs! Whiskey! Darts! Guinness on draft!“

“The menu had just the right amount of selections to have something for everyone without having that dreaded large menu that says, "stay away." The cocktails were amazing and the food was soooo good! We sat outside and enjoyed the atmosphere. The service was great! All in all we had a great experience and will definitely return!“

“LOVE THIS BAR! Many many fun times! Always a friendly face behind the bar!“

“I remember reading in the paper some time ago about a new chicken place that was opening up, but I had forgotten about it. I was looking for a new place to try in the neighborhood and blazin b's came up. Me and my girlfriend went to try the chicken sandwiches and they were phenomenal! I got the fried j*** chicken sandwich, and she got the fried blazin chicken sandwich, both served with potato wedges (pure awesomeness). Let's not forget the side of mac and cheese which was a great addition coupled with some great beers from the Trinity. I'm sad I haven't been here sooner, but all in all, I will definitely be coming back here for the food and drinks!“

“Come dance to my beats this weekend!!“

“Best pub in all of Chicagip“

“We came here for an after-dinner drink before heading out on town, and really glad we found the place. A great, basement, bar with pool tables, TV's and a good time. We bellied up to the bar and our bartender, Douglas, was a great conversation, so we hung out for a few. Really cool, neighborhood bar. Highly recommend.“