42 Best Irish Pubs in Chicago

“Funtime after the game! ⚾️👏🏻“

“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 😉“

“Live music is always delightful!“

“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.“

“Best place to eat in Chicago! I started going there when the owner became a client of the company I was working for in the mid-90s, setting up cash registers in the restaurant he opened for his nephew. I no longer live in Chicago, but make it a point to stop there and speak with the owner every chance I get. Always great food and exceptional service! You may have to wait in line, though. Understandably, it's a very popular place!“

“Good food! Great atmosphere.“

“The best pint in County Cook“

“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.“

“I just hosted my wedding at Chief O’Neill’s on Saturday and it could not have been more perfect. Siobhan and her team took amazing care of us! The venue is stunning, the food is phenomenal, and every one of our guests was gushing about how impressed they were by everything! The back beer garden is so magical, you would have thought we spent tens of thousands of dollars to dress it up, but we didn’t need to. If you’re looking for a beautiful venue to host a wedding, party, shower, or intimate event, you should definitely give them a visit!“

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

“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.“

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

“Best drinks! Excellent bartenders!!! Great place!!!“

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

“Great food and awesome staff!!“

“I’m really looking forward to attending again soon. The food is always exceptional, especially the ribs! I'm excited to experience the spoken word events – the storytelling has been unforgettable in the past, and I can't wait to make more unforgettable memories!“

“Great place to spend a night out with friends. Small intimate joint with music jams Monday nights & Thursdays.

Dennis Melzer runs a jam on Friday once a month. Great people. Wonderful times I have loved hanging out while I have been in Chicago while I was a guest in Dennis's apartment and he took me to this place.“

“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!“

“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. 👍“

“My wife had a head spa appointment at noon, I saw this was the closest pub near by, so after I dropped my wife off I walked there and was met by the bar tender Tony. This guy was GREAT! I had a few Yuengling draft beers and had some great conversations with the Tony. I wish I could have come back for the karaoke, I heard it was pretty interesting. My wife walked down and met with me and she had an espresso martinis and then a spiced rum and coke and she loved them both.“

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

“Irish Eyes has a carpet so sticky it deserves its own warning sign. The moment you step inside, your shoes form an emotional bond with the floor. It’s like walking on a mix of Velcro and mystery syrup, holding you in place just long enough to question every life choice that led you here. You don’t leave Irish Eyes, the carpet releases you when it’s good and ready.“

“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.“

“Good pretzel. Beat some jabronis at darts.“

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

“Awesome people and cool bartenders“

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

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

“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.“

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

“Great indoor outdoor venue on Riverwalk!“

“Had a great experience at Vaughabs! Big shoutout to security guards Keith and Pierre, both were professional, respectful, and handled the line smoothly while still enforcing the rules. I saw them step in quickly and calmly to stop a fight, keeping things safe and under control. Whether I get in or not, I said I’d leave a review — and they definitely earned it. Appreciate the good vibes!“

“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!“

“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 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!“

“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.“

“Come dance to my beats this weekend!!“