I’ve been to this place three different times, all on weekends, all during normal daytime/afternoon hours—and every single time they’ve told me only the late-night bar menu is available. Doesn’t matter if it’s mid-afternoon, early evening, or Sunday at 4 PM. Same excuse. Same limited, fried-only food.
The Shepherd’s Pie is clearly advertised and is the only reason I kept giving this place another chance. And yet, it has never once been available. Not sold out. Not limited. Just not real, apparently. At this point, it feels like straight-up false advertising to get people in the door.
What you can get? Buckets of fried food and basic trashy bar items. That’s it. No Irish comfort food. No real kitchen menu. Just grease.
If you’re coming here for what they promote online or on their menu, don’t bother. They don’t serve it—apparently ever.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Rene V
The food was 5/10 when it came to taste and 4/10 when it came to price. I paid $80 but the food tasted like it something that’s worth $50. I don’t mind paying a high price whenever the food is good but the burger was below average. I would like to add that this we takeout not dine in. Maybe I’ll come back and give a different review if we dine in.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Sean Beaulieu
Super place, great fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lake Minnetonka 1
Accidentally ended up here, stayed until they kicked me out, lol! Great food, atmosphere, service, drinks, happy birthday table next to me!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nick Figura
Stopped by O’Callaghan’s on a Tuesday night, and the place was absolutely buzzing! Even on a weeknight, there was a lively crowd, but it never felt overwhelming. I grabbed a pint of Guinness—perfectly poured, nice creamy head, and just the right temperature. Decided to chase it with a shot of Malört (when in Chicago, right?), and it was exactly as memorable as promised.
The staff were super friendly and quick to check in, making sure everyone had what they needed without hovering. Prices were really reasonable for downtown, which was a pleasant surprise.
The bar itself was clean, with that classic Irish pub vibe—lots of dark wood, comfortable seating, and everything felt well-kept. Despite the crowd, it wasn’t too loud to hold a conversation, which I appreciated.
Overall, O’Callaghan’s is a fantastic spot for a casual night out with friends or just grabbing a drink solo. Would definitely come back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Brian Dusablon (Duce)
Decent Guinness pour but why do bars feel the need to blast music at max volume?
Then people are yelling over the music and it’s compounded obnoxiousness. (Says in best “get off my lawn” voice)
Teodora Ateska
Great spot! Love coming here, Kevin at the bar is the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Lafe Bush
Drinks are good. Food is awful. I mean really awful.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 5
Sarah Richardson
Always a favorite spot for a pint (or more) when in River North!!
Stopped in for a bite and ended up meeting a nice couple that allowed us to join them at their table. The pud was packed with a lively atmosphere with games on several TV. The owner was there and very welcoming. Wife had the Ruben and I the fish a chips. On the way out I saw the wings and they looked delicious will try next stop in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Mooney
Fabulous Irish style bar in the heart of Chicago. Great food, choice of drinks and a wonderful ambiance. We got the Fish & Chips and the *Wagyu Guinness Burger which were both delicious. Paige was our server. She was super friendly, sweet and courteous. Definitely recommend this place! Would come again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ashley kelley
When I tried walking in the man at the door stopped us and told us to wait in line. Spoiler alert: there was no line. We watched him let in several large groups before we gave up.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Roman Rusev
Absolutely amazing experience ! My go to from now on! Brent , thank you !!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amee Chow
The most fun bar in Carmel!! Music was great, crowd was fun, will def be back!
I’ve been to this place three different times, all on weekends, all during normal daytime/afternoon hours—and every single time they’ve told me only the late-night bar menu is available. Doesn’t matter if it’s mid-afternoon, early evening, or Sunday at 4 PM. Same excuse. Same limited, fried-only food.
The Shepherd’s Pie is clearly advertised and is the only reason I kept giving this place another chance. And yet, it has never once been available. Not sold out. Not limited. Just not real, apparently. At this point, it feels like straight-up false advertising to get people in the door.
What you can get? Buckets of fried food and basic trashy bar items. That’s it. No Irish comfort food. No real kitchen menu. Just grease.
If you’re coming here for what they promote online or on their menu, don’t bother. They don’t serve it—apparently ever.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
The food was 5/10 when it came to taste and 4/10 when it came to price. I paid $80 but the food tasted like it something that’s worth $50. I don’t mind paying a high price whenever the food is good but the burger was below average. I would like to add that this we takeout not dine in. Maybe I’ll come back and give a different review if we dine in.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Super place, great fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Accidentally ended up here, stayed until they kicked me out, lol! Great food, atmosphere, service, drinks, happy birthday table next to me!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped by O’Callaghan’s on a Tuesday night, and the place was absolutely buzzing! Even on a weeknight, there was a lively crowd, but it never felt overwhelming. I grabbed a pint of Guinness—perfectly poured, nice creamy head, and just the right temperature. Decided to chase it with a shot of Malört (when in Chicago, right?), and it was exactly as memorable as promised.
The staff were super friendly and quick to check in, making sure everyone had what they needed without hovering. Prices were really reasonable for downtown, which was a pleasant surprise.
The bar itself was clean, with that classic Irish pub vibe—lots of dark wood, comfortable seating, and everything felt well-kept. Despite the crowd, it wasn’t too loud to hold a conversation, which I appreciated.
Overall, O’Callaghan’s is a fantastic spot for a casual night out with friends or just grabbing a drink solo. Would definitely come back!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Decent Guinness pour but why do bars feel the need to blast music at max volume?
Then people are yelling over the music and it’s compounded obnoxiousness. (Says in best “get off my lawn” voice)
Great spot! Love coming here, Kevin at the bar is the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Drinks are good. Food is awful. I mean really awful.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 5
Always a favorite spot for a pint (or more) when in River North!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Great location
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Stopped in for a bite and ended up meeting a nice couple that allowed us to join them at their table. The pud was packed with a lively atmosphere with games on several TV. The owner was there and very welcoming. Wife had the Ruben and I the fish a chips. On the way out I saw the wings and they looked delicious will try next stop in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fabulous Irish style bar in the heart of Chicago. Great food, choice of drinks and a wonderful ambiance.
We got the Fish & Chips and the *Wagyu Guinness Burger which were both delicious.
Paige was our server. She was super friendly, sweet and courteous. Definitely recommend this place! Would come again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
When I tried walking in the man at the door stopped us and told us to wait in line. Spoiler alert: there was no line. We watched him let in several large groups before we gave up.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Absolutely amazing experience ! My go to from now on! Brent , thank you !!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The most fun bar in Carmel!! Music was great, crowd was fun, will def be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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