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Public House

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Bar and Restaurant$$$$

Near North Side, Chicago

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Public House

The experts at Time Out Chicago and Crain's Chicago Business recommend this place
"They have a great beer selection, try the local Revolution brews."(10 Tips)
"The dry rub fries are amazing!"(3 Tips)
"The table taps are pretty cool, but this place is always packed."(3 Tips)
"Holographic keyboards?"(3 Tips)

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Kobe beef
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Jessica ToliuszisNovember 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Make a reservation for a table with a tap. Minimum 6 people. Pay what you drink. Plus the food is really delish! And the DJ is the best in the city. I recommend the table with Jameson. 'Twas HUGE!
Susan KingMay 29, 2014
They have great flatbreads! If you can't decide which beer to have, try the flights. I LOVED to Not Your Father's Root Beer! 10% ABV but tasted just like Root Beer --- could be dangerous ;-)
Bitches Who BrunchApril 29, 2015
For Bitches with a sweet tooth head to the Public House. As you can tell, we love our doughnuts. Public House offers doughnut fried French toast…need we say more? Read more
Alexander DunnDecember 16, 2018
Make a reservation before you come this place fills up fast. Had one drink (Darn Old fashioned) which was amazing but never got to try the food over the three times i went.
Jessica ToliuszisNovember 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Perfect birthday spot! Request a sparkler for your special birthday person. Warning: be sure your camera is ready, because a sparkler will not stay lit forever.
Meghan PreussSeptember 14, 2018
Big menu (including happy hour!), lots of TVs and a nice patio. Good spot for a casual lunch/dinner as well as a fun place to go out late night.
ACME Hotel Company ChicagoNovember 19, 2012
The Public House has over 100 beer choices. Enough said. Recommended seating: A table tap booth where you choose your own beers and serve yourself. Gratuitous ACME plug: Do Your Thing!!!
Time Out ChicagoApril 17, 2012
Public House has taken all the trappings of a typical sports bar—TVs everywhere, cheese curds and beer—and yuppified them. A hefty beer list boasts American craft ales and specialty Belgians. Read more
Alec BildeauxAugust 26, 2011
Get the P-House burger and dry-rub fries (if you like spicy; if not, get regular fries). Don't put ketchup on the burger; just eat it with what comes on it and enjoy an amazing tasting burger.
UntappdAugust 24, 2012
Tons of great drafts and a wide open space. Two bars at the front and back of the house. On a Friday and Saturday - lines can be out the door and onto the street.
Time Out ChicagoFebruary 14, 2012
Tap your own beer or spirit at the table or sip a cocktail meant to resemble a beer (such as the Port of Call, a Jameson-port-Rum-Patron concoction with a whipped cream head that’s a play on Guinness) Read more
Samantha HillFebruary 19, 2018
Everything is great here especially the pulled pork sandwich. Also try the fried pickles. It’s a great starter with a pint of beer.
Gilt CitySeptember 23, 2011
Smoked chicken wings, with your choice of white or spicy barbecue sauce. Smoked veggie and goat cheese dip, with grilled flatbread. Smoked beet salad, smoked Kobe brisket…we could go on all day.
Aaron CruzJuly 24, 2013
Looking for a sports bar around downtown and the loop? Get here and checkout their killer mac 'n cheese and burgers and great drink selection.
Josh WardellFebruary 15, 2013
Smoked Kobe Beef is awesome. So is the beer selection. Small-batch ever-changing house beer is made by goose island and always a good choice.
Allison KaminskiDecember 16, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Always packed on the weekends!! Go during the week to get a table. They have great food and beers on tap
Jessica ToliuszisNovember 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Custom order Mac n Cheese. Order it, Eat it & keep it coming. Obvs you need truffle oil. Other than that go nuts!
Gilt CityJanuary 4, 2011
In the private party room, the self-serve taps are built right into the walls, so guests can mingle while pouring their own libations. (Each person’s pour can be tracked by a miniature wristband!)
Anuta SJune 12, 2014
Amazing crisp cider! Bowls of mussels is a must try--fresh and decent sized. Service is fast and friendly.
Uber Chicago .September 19, 2013
Offering free Multiple Choice Mac & Cheese with purchase of $20 (Friday)/Free DoItYourself Nachos with purchase of $20 during Uber Chicago's CHILOVESuberX, 9/20-9/22.
Adam AndersonFebruary 27, 2013
If you don't get the "Waffles and Bananas", you are wrong. It doesn't matter how full you are...you'll find room. One of the best desserts ever.
JasonApril 4, 2014
They have a great beer selection, try the local Revolution brews. I also enjoyed the food I ordered.
Sean Maccarone-ReedAugust 3, 2015
Ask for the daily specials. Usually those are your best bet for great food.
Thompson HotelsJune 20, 2011
Our concierge Catherine at Sax Chicago says that Public isn't just a place to get 30+ heavenly beers on tap; their chocolate chip cookies are truly divine.
Eric "Slo" WilliamsMay 27, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try the Pulled Pork Sandwich and the variety of beer they have on tap or by the bottle. Green Line is my favorite.
ThrillistOctober 12, 2011
PH is taking their pour-it-yourself brew up a level by adding in-table liquor taps to the mix (plus an eight-tap, serve-yourself "walltender"), and keeps the booze flowing through the decor. Read more
Laura AriasNovember 18, 2013
Delicious Burgers. Came for lunch stayed till after dinner! The scene became much more lively after 4 on a Friday.
Christian HummelSeptember 11, 2015
Great house cider called Public House! Not too sweet, easy to drink as a solo.
Steve CampbellAugust 4, 2013
This place has an excellent craft beer selection. Don't be purchasing any Budweisers in chere.
Eric WheelerMarch 15, 2013
The Tiger Shrimp Burger is a must! Pair it with a handmade cherry coke from the bar.
Jason KhooMarch 19, 2015
Their food to share is great during happy hour. Real good for snacking.
Crain's Chicago BusinessJanuary 27, 2012
Amp up the rich, cheddar-packed mac and cheese ($8) with everything from house-smoked bacon ($2) to wild mushrooms ($2) or caramelized onions ($1). Read more
Shannon LindellJune 2, 2017
Try the Nachos! They are big enough to share and delicious.
Time Out ChicagoMarch 30, 2012
Try the arugula and grapefruit salad, with peppery greens complementing the bittersweet grapefruit, shaved fennel giving depth and toasted pistachios adding crunch. Read more
Make My Day MondayJanuary 30, 2012
Keep an eye out for #MMDM events at this venue, they are the best when holding & helping put together an event! Thank u! Next event Jan 30, 2012 benefitting The Norm Van Lier Scholarship Fund! 6-9pm
sohonyJuly 4, 2011
best pulled pork sandwich in chicago so far--and make sure you get the dry rubbed fries and not the regular ;) Read more
James RobertsonMay 29, 2017
Very cool place with possibility the best fish tacos I've ever eaten.
Mark StefkoFebruary 20, 2015
Excellent selection of craft beers. Very lively. Excellent food too!
Juliana KongFebruary 13, 2012
Get ready to drink a lot of water or beer cause they must pour tons of salt all over their food. Lots of beers though.
Clifford BrownApril 29, 2013
Grabbed some local drafts and nachos before a show ... very nice and the service was great.
amy millerMay 28, 2014
I had the dry rubbed fries and the chili. They were both very yummy.
Kelly AdairDecember 27, 2013
Loved this place - the choice of beers on tap should make everyone happy!
Miguel PerezApril 13, 2013
Cheese curds. Stop looking at your phone, flag down the waitress, and thank me later.
Kathryn JenningsMay 28, 2012
Best slaw I've ever had, light, not syrupy, super crunchy and sweet yum!
Jessica ToliuszisNovember 15, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The Shake Down...110 ounces of pure milkshake heaven. Order it & you will make new friends!
Axer DaxerAugust 16, 2014
#FishTacos @publichouse #Chicago. Homemade #Tobasco inspired hot sauce was a nice touch 7/10
Jessica ToliuszisNovember 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Sometimes... when someone else is paying, you order a really nice beer. #halfshanked #jimmyMac @cfrances-
ImperfectlyWorthyAugust 10, 2017
Flight of beer was not remotely worth $11, but the nachos were absolutely AMAZING!
Andrew JohnsonMarch 18, 2012
Pour your own has a lot less novelty than you'd think. Holographic keyboards? Didn't see any. Also a little douchey.
Christopher WApril 25, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Any place that offers beer hoppy enough to be represented by two rabbits banging is good-to-go in my book.

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