English
Brought to you by the group behind Rockwood Place, Angels & Mariachis and LaSalle Power Co., this pub takes on a gastro-pub approach that caters to a lunch crowd and River North locals coming in for an afterwork cocktail. (... metromix.com
Elephant & Castle
Like the city's first two outposts, this downtown locale is named after the 14th-century epithet given to the wife of King Charles I. Complete with mahogany furnishings, brass trims and British memorabilia, Elephant & Castl... metromix.com
Mity Nice
After being revamped in fall 2010, this Lettuce Entertain You contemporary comfort food spot, located in Water Tower Place, now sports a sleeker, more modern interior--including bamboo floors and tables made from recycled w... metromix.com
D4 Irish Pub & Cafe
Fans of Irish bars will know the duo behind this Streeterville pub and cafe; Brendan McNeill ran the show at the Emerald Isle for years, and he and partner Debbie Zalesiak were involved with both Lizzie McNeill"s Irish Pub ... metromix.com
The Pepper Canister
This River North pub's moniker is borrowed from St. Stephen's Church, nicknamed the Pepper Canister, a social and cultural neighborhood haunt in Temple Bar, Dublin. Keeping the theme, the room features photos of churches, c... metromix.com
Kitty O'shea's
Some might be surprised to find such an authentic pub tucked inside a hotel (the Chicago Hilton and Towers), but Kitty O'Shea's is sure to meet the approval of Irishmen, whether they be from County Cork or County Cook. Most... metromix.com
Poag Mahone's
The name of this Irish pub, located on the ground floor of Daniel Burnham's Insurance Exchange Building, means "kiss my ass" in Gaelic. The interior aims for that classic pub feel with a turn-of-the-century bar that has ple... metromix.com
The Kerryman
This is the first U.S. venture for the owners, who already own bars, clubs and hotels in Ireland, the U.K. and Spain. The space (formerly occupied by Tonic 661 and Doc's River North) has undergone a major makeover; owners r... metromix.com
Caf Iberico
This no-frills tapas spot won't win any points for style, but the consistently good food and festive atmosphere make it a longtime local favorite for singles in their 20s and 30s. Caf Iberico gets very loud, especial... www.cafeiberico.com
J. Patrick's Irish Bar & Grill
Irish owned-and-operated, this home-style haunt in West Town features traditional ethnic fare, and--of course--beer and whiskey. The decor is also very Gaelic, with decorations straight from the motherland. Flat screens occ... metromix.com
Corcoran's Grill & Pub
This Irish pub/grill set in Old Town has a friendly neighborhood feel and serves up the traditional fare of bangers and mash, fish and chips, and shepherd's pie. For the less traditional (Irish) and more typical (American) ... metromix.com
Lizzie Mcneill's Irish Pub
Escape the hustle and bustle around Navy Pier at this Irish pub. Drink and dine with the locals while taking in the view of the Chicago River. Two patio areas open during the warmer months, when you can take advantage of th... metromix.com
The Gage
The Gage is a 3-star rated restaurant located across from Millennium Park in a historically landmarked building built in the late 1800s. The Gage offers upscale, yet casual dining in a vintage atmosphere inspired by the ga... opentable.com
Great Street Restaurant & Bar
Take in the panoramic view of the city from the second floor of the Renaissance Hotel while dining on contemporary American cuisine at the Great Street Restaurant & Bar. Available daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Sun... opentable.com
Duke Of Perth
This Lakeview spot is sometimes classified as a bar, sometimes as a restaurant, and it's easy to see why. The Duke of Perth is an authentic Scottish pub, complete with almost 75 kinds of single-malt whiskey, probably the la... metromix.com
Abbey Pub And Restaurant
Catch traditional Irish bands and local, national and international acts here as well as international sports telecasts and major American sporting events. In spite of the 15-foot screen and 14 monitors scattered about, the... metromix.com