
The Publican
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- Good for groups
- Neighbourhood gem
- Lively
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesAmerican, European, Beer Garden
- Hours of OperationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 16:00–21:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–17:30
- Phone number(312) 733-9555
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive ChefPaul Kahan
- Private party facilitiesPublican Quality Meats, located just across the street from the Publican, can accommodate up to 38 for a Seated Dinner, up to 75 for a Cocktail Reception, or up to 24 at the Chef's Prep Table. The Publican can accommodate up to 125 for seated luncheons, or evening Buyouts and 175 for Receptions.
- AreaWest Loop
- Cross StreetW Fulton Market & N Green St
- Parking detailsValet parking & limited street parking available
- Public transit- #8 Halsted Bus, exit on Fulton Market Stop. - 3 blocks east of Morgan Green/Pink Line stop.
- AdditionalBar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Sunday Supper Club with Greg Wade
US$125.00 per person
23 Feb 2025 onlyJoin us for Sunday Supper Club for a special night with the incredible Greg Wade of Publican Quality Bread! Greg will be cooking up a delicious spread, featuring Pizza al Taglio, Pasta Rotolo, Smoked Short Rib, and more. And to top it all off, we’ll be serving one of his legendary pastries, the Maritozzi. tuna crudo- bagna vert, blood orange & fennel arancini- carnaroli rice, crab & 'nduja chicory salad- kohlrabi, pecorino, poppyseed, and preserved tomatoes pizza al taglio- octopus, tomato conserva, preserved lemon & calabrian chili pasta rotolo- roasted mushrooms, taleggio cream & balsamico smoked short rib- white corn polenta, parmigiano reggiano & green peppercorn gremolata dessert: Maritozzi sfogliatellaValentine's Day Pre-Set Menu
US$90.00 per person
14 Feb 2025 onlyCelebrate Valentine’s Day at The Publican with a special prix fixe menu available alongside our regular offerings. Enjoy an unforgettable dining experience featuring curated dishes designed to make your evening extra special. Oysters Rockefeller Island Creek oysters with pernod butter and creamed spinach Plums Armagnac pancetta and spicy mango chutney Beetroot and Watercress stracciatella, burnt onion, cara cara and pistachio Roasted Cod gigante beans, braised leeks, and clams vinaigrette Grilled Sirloin arugula pesto and mushrooms bagna cauda Cabbage Au Poivre charred with pepper cream and cognac Key Lime Pavlova
What 5,927 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.7Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.3Value
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Robin
Chicago
17 reviews
5.017 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Wendy Kay
VIPChicago
24 reviews
5.024 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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brenda
Chicago
12 reviews
5.012 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Randall
Chicago
6 reviews
4.06 reviews
Dined on 1 February 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 3
- Ambience 4
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VIPPhiladelphia
6 reviews
5.06 reviews
Dined on 29 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Heath
VIPAtlanta
12 reviews
5.012 reviews
Dined on 28 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Eric
VIPHawaii
3 reviews
5.03 reviews
Dined on 27 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Katie
VIPChicago
8 reviews
5.08 reviews
Dined on 27 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Arielle
Philadelphia
4 reviews
2.04 reviews
Dined on 27 January 2025
- Overall 2
- Food 3
- Service 3
- Ambience 1
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Valerie
Chicago
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on 26 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
The Publican offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 733-9555.
The Publican is rated 4.6 stars by 5927 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Order delivery or takeout
837 W. Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
Additional information
- Cross StreetW Fulton Market & N Green St
- AreaWest Loop
- Hours of OperationBrunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 16:00–21:00 Thu–Sat 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–17:30
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesAmerican, European, Beer Garden
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsValet parking & limited street parking available
- Public transit- #8 Halsted Bus, exit on Fulton Market Stop. - 3 blocks east of Morgan Green/Pink Line stop.
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive ChefPaul Kahan
- AdditionalBar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(312) 733-9555
- Private party facilitiesPublican Quality Meats, located just across the street from the Publican, can accommodate up to 38 for a Seated Dinner, up to 75 for a Cocktail Reception, or up to 24 at the Chef's Prep Table. The Publican can accommodate up to 125 for seated luncheons, or evening Buyouts and 175 for Receptions.