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The Publican Chicago Reviews
Visited the Publican maybe 8-10 years ago.
Loved it so much we wanted to bring family on our return to Chicago. Big mistake. We were seated outside at our request. Good thing, because there was entertainment (people watching). It took our server nearly fifteen minutes to acknowledge our p
Dined at the Publican with a group of girlfriends on a late
Dined at the Publican with a group of girlfriends on a late summer evening, and the experience was fabulous! The service team could not have been more friendly - and the food was fresh, warm and served on an assortment of vintage/farmhouse-inspired
Elevated restaurant in Fulton Market dedicated to local
Elevated restaurant in Fulton Market dedicated to local farms and farmers. Nice outside and inside seating area. The Seafood Stew was our favorite. We also tried the Chicken - it had the largest portion sizes and the accompanying summer sausage was g
Food was phenomenal.
However, we had to ask the server's assistance multiple times for help from our server, as she didn't greet us until 10-15 minutes in. A bug also flew into a full glass of a martini, and they charged us to replace it. We paid for it but t
Cool concept, elevated hofbrau style cuisine with farm to
Cool concept, elevated hofbrau style cuisine with farm to table vibes. Was bummed they made us sit outside in the heat, claimed that there were no seats available inside. but other than that the food was solid and I would return. The quail was probab
Awesome place for beers and dinner sitting at the bar is
Awesome place for beers and dinner sitting at the bar is highly recommended as the bartenders take great care of you. All the recommendations were awesome from the chicken liver moose to the sour heff, which as a bonus heff drinker was awesome. The p
We went to The Publican on Friday evening.
While the food was good the service was very slow. Making things worse, there was no air conditioning. Our group was extremely uncomfortable for the almost 3 hours we were there. There was no warning when we arrived and no apology. It is doubtful we
Horrible Service, Mediocre Food
So incredibly disappointed with this meal. I was so looking forward to this meal, and it was the worst we had of our entire 6-day trip. I wish I had been when it first opened, because now it seems sadly past its prime. The flavors were OK (chicken
I did not expect this experience! Having gotten a bit tired
I did not expect this experience! Having gotten a bit tired of American food, but wanting to try this place on a trip to Chicago, I went in with tempered expectations. The ambiance is great - long, shared tables with large chairs built of solid woo
This restaurant was OK.
I feel like my first mistake was ordering the muscles at a meat restaurant, but they didn't have a lot of options or substitutions for dietary restrictions and I don't eat bread or gluten. I didn't finish my dish. The sauce was too sou
Oysters, muscles, and hamachi crudo were so fresh and
Oysters, muscles, and hamachi crudo were so fresh and flavorful. One of our guests ordered the Halibut with a side of broccolini, then remarked that the Halibut portion size was a bit small. The bread variety added the right amount of carb to the mea
A Must Experience Farm to Table Restaurant
First of all, kudos to our server, Brian, who was personable, efficient, and who gave us a super explanation of the menu. The chicken dish was perfect for splitting between the two of us, and it was tasty and perfectly prepared. The asparagus veget
The Publican 3.15.25
Excellent Chef’s tasting menu. Very good selection of seafood, pork, and duck. Brian our server was excellent as well and would highly recommend.
Needs a refresh and too loud
We've been to The Publican numerous times; it's one of my spouse's favorite places. Usually, we're seated at one of the booths along the wall but this time, we were seated at the end of one of the long tables in the middle of the
Great vegetables, bad meat!
The restaurant is very nice, the servers are very attentive. The BBQ carrots and the artichoke are out of this world! Extremely delicious!!! The porchetta wasn't good... the grits was flavorless, I put salt and they tasted a little better but n
Over-the-top Modern, Lacking in Substance
I joined some colleagues here for lunch and was more than a little disappointed. We were promptly seated by the poorly-dressed hostess (it's not everyday you see your hostess's navel) but the roar of "music" over their outdoor PA
One of my favorite places in Fulton Market! I've only been
One of my favorite places in Fulton Market! I've only been for brunch but it has been great every time! The bacon is AMAZING, we got the waffle and schnitzel this time. The waffle was nice and crispy. Definitely recommend as part of any Chicago visit
I came here with a party of four.
Getting a reservation was very easy. The moment we were sat we were treated extremely well by our server. We ordered drinks (Negroni was amazing) as well as the bread with pimento cheese, the tikka masala scallops, the hay smoked ham chop, the bb
We had a great time at brunch at The Publican.
The potatoes were an amazing side to share. Our server was really helpful and friendly. I wish they had more gluten free options.
My goodness, the sunchoke dish was an absolute stunner.
I've never had sunchoke like that before. Usually you barely taste it in a dish, NOT here. Imagine a small baked potato, but it just tastes like fresh artichoke. I could eat 5 plates of it in a sitting. Easily. I went in for at least 3 helpings of t
Great drinks & the oyster happy hour rules.
Service was also very good, but food was a bit mediocre and I would have been a bit disappointed had I paid standard price instead of happy hour prices. Beef fat frites are good but really really rich, schnitzel & sausage were just alright
Revisited Publican after an approx.
six year hiatus. Service was just ok as one member of our party waited 25 minutes for his beer. Waitress kept forgetting on a night that had a 1/2 filled house. Asked about the entrees and were advised that they were big and definitely shareable- WRO
Really great brunch here! The portions are generous and
Really great brunch here! The portions are generous and everything was really impressive. Food is family style and comes out as ready so it was a really quick experience.
Sirloin was excellent, definitely my favorite dish of the
Sirloin was excellent, definitely my favorite dish of the night. Barbecue carrots were also yummy. Started with 6 oysters that were quickly finished. Also got the frites with garlic aoli! Service was quick and friendly. It is very loud, which makes s
I can't think of a meal that I have enjoyed more.
We got the beard plate, which was fire. Brussel sprouts that was probably the best I have ever had. One of us had ham and the other a sirloin and you couldn't go wrong with either. Staff was kind and made sure everything was amazing. We even got des
Nice ambiance, good drinks/beer selection, and simple, yet
Nice ambiance, good drinks/beer selection, and simple, yet interesting meal options. The espresso martini, the sunchokes and the chefs choice of oysters were fabulous. We had the country steak for our meat and it was average, if anything.
Food was so creative and delicious.
I can't believe we haven't been sooner. One thing I wish I had known in advance, there are private tables and shared communal tables. We were seated in a booth that felt very reminiscent of a pig stall (intentionally). I do wonder how someone with
My first trip here was for brunch on a Saturday morning.
We sat at the bar area. Smoked Salmon Dip was really good-served with capers over hash browns. The Little Gem lettuce was tasty as well. The cinnamon roll with pecans was a great start.
Average food. Limited menu. Lacking
I have to agree with many others. Average at best food. Did Sunday brunch. VERY limited menu. So pay attention online because it’s accurate. No burger. No lunch possibilities. The items are fine. The bacon that you hear raves is actually a thick
More good than bad, but disappointed given its reputation and rating.
A friend and I went for an early dinner and had a nice table outside. Our waiter was prompt and we started with martinis and oysters. They were both very good and our waiter was able to advise us well on our oyster selections. We had the side of toma
Fab brunch
Fantastic brunch with friends and family! We loved the schnitzel and croque monsieur! Great atmosphere. Great service.
Forgettable.
The food here is good if unspectacular. I noted the array of Beard awards on the wall but I’ve eaten around the world and at multi-starred places and there’s a reason the awards are all years old. Nothing was bad but nothing was new or inventive
Enjoyable brunch
The seating here is bizarre. I felt like we were in a cattle car. The food on the other hand is excellent. Shakshuka and crispy potatoes yum! I had the shrimp and grits, which was amazing. Bloody Mary comes with a side car. The The serving sizes are
The most exceptional food within five miles.
There is nothing you can prefer as a business traveler. Exceptional service, incredible ambiance, you must go here.
Long overdue review, but I went here for the first time
Long overdue review, but I went here for the first time during Chicago Restaurant Week this year! We went here to start off restaurant week on the first day and what a great start it was! Out of the places we tried during restaurant week, this was th
We came for happy hour drinks and stayed through dinner.
Amazing food options -- highly recommend ordering the pork loin. My partner still can't stop talking about how well seasoned and moist it was. My favorite was the mushroom fondue! Everything else we ate was pretty sub-par compared to other restaurant
Went there for brunch - the ambiance and booth seating is
Went there for brunch - the ambiance and booth seating is nice and the service was friendly.Unfortunately, that's where the good part ends. The plate I got was more of boiled baby potatoes (and not the crispy breakfast potatoes | expected). I love po
The food and cocktails excellent.
Shrimp & grits was very tasty. The Publican is a great spot for brunch outing.
After 15 years in business, this wonderful restaurant
After 15 years in business, this wonderful restaurant successfully maintains the highest quality of the meats and breads it is known for. Duck and pork rillettes were very tasty and accompanying bread was a delicacy by itself. My sweetbreads served w
Came for dinner on a Saturday night with a group of five
Came for dinner on a Saturday night with a group of five and thought it was an overall fine experience. I really enjoyed all the food we ordered - the carrots, beets and pork stand out,l - but overall thought the vibe of the restaurant was a bit stra
Had an amazing time at The Publican for dinner! My absolute
Had an amazing time at The Publican for dinner! My absolute favorite thing about the meal was the 24oz Bone-In Pork Chop. My husband got the Butchers Steak and also said that his was phenomenal. Service was exceptional and I cannot wait to come back.
Went during restaurant week we're excited to try it.
Funky space but it works. Great for big groups!! Did restaurant week menu for two of us. Broccoli dish ok. Sweet potato amazing loved the curry with sweet sauces. Mussels were good and bread excellent with it. The skate schnitzel was amazing.
We originally went here for Restaurant Week, but decided to
We originally went here for Restaurant Week, but decided to order from their regular menu. Totally recommend their RW menu as well! Expect it to be packed, a bit loud, and have a bit of a wait, but it'll be worth it. The servers are friendly and offe
Disappointed and Surprised
I was very excited to go to this restaurant but was extremely disappointed with the food. It wasn’t bad but it wasn’t spectacular, especially for the price. I love mussels and these were by far the worst I’ve had. They smelled as if they were o
Want to go back!
Been thinking of going for quiet a while but never got to it. Turns out I wasted time, as the food was really good. The chicken was great, the charcuterie was very good, and the carrots were a delight. Oysters were the best of I’ve had I a while an
Breakfast Outside is nice.
The waffle is crispy like it should be. Drinks and brunch outside in good weather is the best here. I wish the airport location was still open.
Wanted to love it...but...
The weekend atmosphere at Fulton Market and The Publican was energetic, and I liked the vibe of the restaurant. I was disappointed by much of the food, however. We shared a number of dishes, and a couple were rather good (the Brussels sprouts and the
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