Absolutely love the setup and atmosphere of this restaurant. It was easy to book a reservation and service was great. I recommend trying the rainbow trout or the Sturgeon dish!
Chelsea
Fantastic experience! Food is definitely on the higher end price wise (especially when Chicago restaurant tax is so high), but a fun once in a while experience. Loved all the decor set up for the holidays. Highly recommend the breads with all the dips - loved the smoked fish dip!
Abasife
Excellent service and meal. Fried mushrooms, pickles, chef's selection of oysters, Japanese sweet potatoes, Bone in ham, and drinks. Yes we are well lol. Everything was wonderful! Love the private booths as well.
Frederick
The Publican is one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago. The food is European inspired with a bit of whimsy. My colleague and I shared the Chef's Menu which was an excellent tour of much of the menu. The beer selection is broad with a focus on Belgian and German beers. We had a great time.
Alan
I've been visiting this restaurant since it opened. After my most recent visit it remains a favorite. All of the food is delicious and cocktails are expertly prepared. There are few if any lackluster dishes here. Salads, vegetables, pork, and seafood all shine.
Matteo
Mediocre food with small portions, very sub standard considering the high price tag. Left after the meal feeling hungry, mildly nauseated (they put so much sugar in the food, including in the meat dishes), and $100 poorer. Will not be coming back nor recommend it to anyone. Service and ambiance are fine, so it might make sense if you're not here for the food.
Patsy
Very helpful and friendly service. Loved everything and the unique preparation of our food.
Adam
We had a fabulous brunch celebrating our engagement. The food, service, and atmosphere were fantastic. We love dining here and would highly recommend it!
Lindsey
We had a wonderful meal & experience at The Publican. My partner and I have been there prior a few times. Our two guests visiting from Seattle had not been before. We arrived about 15 minutes early for our reservation & we were seated early. The waitstaff & support staff were friendly and attentive. Water glasses were consistently filled & dishes cleared quickly. Our server was really on top of everything & attentive despite being a really busy Saturday night. We had two orders of the seafood stew and this is by far my new favorite item on the menu. I've been dreaming of it every day since having it. Broth, seafood, flavor, seasoning, spice level, EVERYTHING about this dish was just perfection. We also ordered the duck dish. It was excellent. Cooker perfectly & the flavors were so delish. It's a really great winter dish.. The rainbow trout was also on our list & we all loved that too. We ordered the bbq carrots which is one of my favorite dishes at any restaurant in Chicago. I order them each time Im at The Publican. Do not miss out on these when you go! Everyone at the table loved them. The bread & spreads was also just incredible. I typically just order the bread with the salted butter, seems simple, but it's just that simply great. We had the black & blue pot pie with sour cream ice cream for dessert. It was divine. We hadn't even noticed that dessert took a bit, but were approached by management to let us know it accidentally got dropped right before being brought out. They offered us a free round of drinks and/or coffees to make up for the wait. It was not necessary as we hadn't even noticed the delay, but a really good sign of a the level of service The Publican offers. The Publican has become a Chicago culinary staple & the consistency & quality of the service, staff & especially the food don't disappoint. I'll be back for the seafood strew ASAP! I can't wait to go grab a loaf of both the seeded rye & sourdough this week too!
Philip
I have never eaten such over-salted food. The menu is extremely limited, and 2 of our party had burgers that were nothing special —not even the bun! No fabulous Publican bread? The third person in our party had a grilled ham and cheese sandwich that was nearly tasteless and way over-buttered. She couldn't finish it. We shared fries that were served lukewarm-warm. Our waiter was ok but almost comically obsequious. We've had FAR superior lunches for less money across the street at Publican's butcher shop. Sorry, but this place was a bust.
Meal was not coursed out properly. 6 guys and small portions brought out 2 plates at a time didn't work at all.
Alana
They gave my reservation to another party, and did not try to resolve it. The food was mediocre, steak & egg sandwich was bland and the fries were underwhelming. Service was excellent!
Brittany
Blake our server was very attentive and spoiled us on our anniversary. The food was delicious and service was amazing. Everyone wished us a happy anniversary as well.
Andrew
The joint was empty for lunch, so it was quiet and pleasant, but the lunch menu is pretty limited to breakfast and a few lunch items. The service was attentive and helpful but because nothing was written down, the waiter forgot an item. Also, the chef was not very imaginative in presenting a burger for a guest with gluten and dairy sensitivities. It was just a smashed patty of meat covered in brown gravy and sautéed onions with four sweet pickle slices. Wasn't there a vegetable or other garnish to offer up, much less a gluten-free bun? Surely they have to deal with such food sensitivities all the time, no?
susan
Great service. Waiter helped me select wine for each course. Duck and carrots were great. Oysters were good.
Absolutely love the setup and atmosphere of this restaurant. It was easy to book a reservation and service was great. I recommend trying the rainbow trout or the Sturgeon dish!
Fantastic experience! Food is definitely on the higher end price wise (especially when Chicago restaurant tax is so high), but a fun once in a while experience. Loved all the decor set up for the holidays. Highly recommend the breads with all the dips - loved the smoked fish dip!
Excellent service and meal. Fried mushrooms, pickles, chef's selection of oysters, Japanese sweet potatoes, Bone in ham, and drinks. Yes we are well lol. Everything was wonderful! Love the private booths as well.
The Publican is one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago. The food is European inspired with a bit of whimsy. My colleague and I shared the Chef's Menu which was an excellent tour of much of the menu. The beer selection is broad with a focus on Belgian and German beers. We had a great time.
I've been visiting this restaurant since it opened. After my most recent visit it remains a favorite. All of the food is delicious and cocktails are expertly prepared. There are few if any lackluster dishes here. Salads, vegetables, pork, and seafood all shine.
Mediocre food with small portions, very sub standard considering the high price tag. Left after the meal feeling hungry, mildly nauseated (they put so much sugar in the food, including in the meat dishes), and $100 poorer. Will not be coming back nor recommend it to anyone. Service and ambiance are fine, so it might make sense if you're not here for the food.
Very helpful and friendly service. Loved everything and the unique preparation of our food.
We had a fabulous brunch celebrating our engagement. The food, service, and atmosphere were fantastic. We love dining here and would highly recommend it!
We had a wonderful meal & experience at The Publican. My partner and I have been there prior a few times. Our two guests visiting from Seattle had not been before. We arrived about 15 minutes early for our reservation & we were seated early. The waitstaff & support staff were friendly and attentive. Water glasses were consistently filled & dishes cleared quickly. Our server was really on top of everything & attentive despite being a really busy Saturday night. We had two orders of the seafood stew and this is by far my new favorite item on the menu. I've been dreaming of it every day since having it. Broth, seafood, flavor, seasoning, spice level, EVERYTHING about this dish was just perfection. We also ordered the duck dish. It was excellent. Cooker perfectly & the flavors were so delish. It's a really great winter dish.. The rainbow trout was also on our list & we all loved that too. We ordered the bbq carrots which is one of my favorite dishes at any restaurant in Chicago. I order them each time Im at The Publican. Do not miss out on these when you go! Everyone at the table loved them. The bread & spreads was also just incredible. I typically just order the bread with the salted butter, seems simple, but it's just that simply great. We had the black & blue pot pie with sour cream ice cream for dessert. It was divine. We hadn't even noticed that dessert took a bit, but were approached by management to let us know it accidentally got dropped right before being brought out. They offered us a free round of drinks and/or coffees to make up for the wait. It was not necessary as we hadn't even noticed the delay, but a really good sign of a the level of service The Publican offers. The Publican has become a Chicago culinary staple & the consistency & quality of the service, staff & especially the food don't disappoint. I'll be back for the seafood strew ASAP! I can't wait to go grab a loaf of both the seeded rye & sourdough this week too!
I have never eaten such over-salted food. The menu is extremely limited, and 2 of our party had burgers that were nothing special —not even the bun! No fabulous Publican bread? The third person in our party had a grilled ham and cheese sandwich that was nearly tasteless and way over-buttered. She couldn't finish it. We shared fries that were served lukewarm-warm. Our waiter was ok but almost comically obsequious. We've had FAR superior lunches for less money across the street at Publican's butcher shop. Sorry, but this place was a bust.
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Meal was not coursed out properly. 6 guys and small portions brought out 2 plates at a time didn't work at all.
They gave my reservation to another party, and did not try to resolve it. The food was mediocre, steak & egg sandwich was bland and the fries were underwhelming. Service was excellent!
Blake our server was very attentive and spoiled us on our anniversary. The food was delicious and service was amazing. Everyone wished us a happy anniversary as well.
The joint was empty for lunch, so it was quiet and pleasant, but the lunch menu is pretty limited to breakfast and a few lunch items. The service was attentive and helpful but because nothing was written down, the waiter forgot an item. Also, the chef was not very imaginative in presenting a burger for a guest with gluten and dairy sensitivities. It was just a smashed patty of meat covered in brown gravy and sautéed onions with four sweet pickle slices. Wasn't there a vegetable or other garnish to offer up, much less a gluten-free bun? Surely they have to deal with such food sensitivities all the time, no?
Great service. Waiter helped me select wine for each course. Duck and carrots were great. Oysters were good.
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