The Publican
The Publican is a Chicago-based American restaurant that celebrates oysters, pork, and beer through a menu inspired by simple farmhouse fare. The venue evokes a European beer hall atmosphere and emphasizes sustainable, locally sourced ingredients from dedicated farmers and purveyors. Its drink selection includes a curated list of modern and historical beers, spirits, and ciders, enhancing the rustic dining experience.
Tuesday
Save Tuesday
4PM - 6PM
Drink Specials
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$30 Wine by The Bottle (bubbles, white, rose, red)
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$8 Krombacher (Krueztal-Krombach, Germany Pilsner 5.50%)
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$9 Dovetail (Dovetail Brewery Wild Hefeweizen 4.80-5.25%)
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$12 Classic Gin Martini (CH gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters, lemon twist)
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$12 Dirty Vodka Martini (CH vodka, house brine, olive)
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$12 Publican Pimm's (pimm's, noyeaux, koval cranberry & ginger, lemon & ginger beer)
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$12 Bless the Rains (BAYAB African gin, grapefruit soda, lime)
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$12 Opia N/A Sparkling Wine
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$12 Cracks in the Sidewalk (Cucumber, mint, lime, blood orange san pellegrino)
Food Specials
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$2 Happy Hour Oysters (served raw on the half shell with cocktail sauce, mignonette & oyster crackers)
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$7 Beef Fat Frites (with garlic aioli)
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$16 Smash Burger (American cheese, good sauce, caramelized onion, crispy shallot & pickles)
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$16 Hot Chicken Sandwich (Fried chicken, house slaw, pickles, chili oil)
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Wednesday
Save Wednesday
4PM - 6PM
Drink Specials
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$30 Wine by The Bottle (bubbles, white, rose, red)
-
$8 Krombacher (Krueztal-Krombach, Germany Pilsner 5.50%)
-
$9 Dovetail (Dovetail Brewery Wild Hefeweizen 4.80-5.25%)
-
$12 Classic Gin Martini (CH gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters, lemon twist)
-
$12 Dirty Vodka Martini (CH vodka, house brine, olive)
-
$12 Publican Pimm's (pimm's, noyeaux, koval cranberry & ginger, lemon & ginger beer)
-
$12 Bless the Rains (BAYAB African gin, grapefruit soda, lime)
-
$12 Opia N/A Sparkling Wine
-
$12 Cracks in the Sidewalk (Cucumber, mint, lime, blood orange san pellegrino)
Food Specials
-
$2 Happy Hour Oysters (served raw on the half shell with cocktail sauce, mignonette & oyster crackers)
-
$7 Beef Fat Frites (with garlic aioli)
-
$16 Smash Burger (American cheese, good sauce, caramelized onion, crispy shallot & pickles)
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$16 Hot Chicken Sandwich (Fried chicken, house slaw, pickles, chili oil)
Thursday
Save Thursday
4PM - 6PM
Drink Specials
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$30 Wine by The Bottle (bubbles, white, rose, red)
-
$8 Krombacher (Krueztal-Krombach, Germany Pilsner 5.50%)
-
$9 Dovetail (Dovetail Brewery Wild Hefeweizen 4.80-5.25%)
-
$12 Classic Gin Martini (CH gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters, lemon twist)
-
$12 Dirty Vodka Martini (CH vodka, house brine, olive)
-
$12 Publican Pimm's (pimm's, noyeaux, koval cranberry & ginger, lemon & ginger beer)
-
$12 Bless the Rains (BAYAB African gin, grapefruit soda, lime)
-
$12 Opia N/A Sparkling Wine
-
$12 Cracks in the Sidewalk (Cucumber, mint, lime, blood orange san pellegrino)
Food Specials
-
$2 Happy Hour Oysters (served raw on the half shell with cocktail sauce, mignonette & oyster crackers)
-
$7 Beef Fat Frites (with garlic aioli)
-
$16 Smash Burger (American cheese, good sauce, caramelized onion, crispy shallot & pickles)
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$16 Hot Chicken Sandwich (Fried chicken, house slaw, pickles, chili oil)
Friday
Save Friday
4PM - 6PM
Drink Specials
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$30 Wine by The Bottle (bubbles, white, rose, red)
-
$8 Krombacher (Krueztal-Krombach, Germany Pilsner 5.50%)
-
$9 Dovetail (Dovetail Brewery Wild Hefeweizen 4.80-5.25%)
-
$12 Classic Gin Martini (CH gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters, lemon twist)
-
$12 Dirty Vodka Martini (CH vodka, house brine, olive)
-
$12 Publican Pimm's (pimm's, noyeaux, koval cranberry & ginger, lemon & ginger beer)
-
$12 Bless the Rains (BAYAB African gin, grapefruit soda, lime)
-
$12 Opia N/A Sparkling Wine
-
$12 Cracks in the Sidewalk (Cucumber, mint, lime, blood orange san pellegrino)
Food Specials
-
$2 Happy Hour Oysters (served raw on the half shell with cocktail sauce, mignonette & oyster crackers)
-
$7 Beef Fat Frites (with garlic aioli)
-
$16 Smash Burger (American cheese, good sauce, caramelized onion, crispy shallot & pickles)
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$16 Hot Chicken Sandwich (Fried chicken, house slaw, pickles, chili oil)
Saturday
Save Saturday
No happy hours on Saturday.
Sunday
Save Sunday
No happy hours on Sunday.
Monday
Save Monday
4PM - 6PM
Drink Specials
-
$30 Wine by The Bottle (bubbles, white, rose, red)
-
$8 Krombacher (Krueztal-Krombach, Germany Pilsner 5.50%)
-
$9 Dovetail (Dovetail Brewery Wild Hefeweizen 4.80-5.25%)
-
$12 Classic Gin Martini (CH gin, dry vermouth, orange bitters, lemon twist)
-
$12 Dirty Vodka Martini (CH vodka, house brine, olive)
-
$12 Publican Pimm's (pimm's, noyeaux, koval cranberry & ginger, lemon & ginger beer)
-
$12 Bless the Rains (BAYAB African gin, grapefruit soda, lime)
-
$12 Opia N/A Sparkling Wine
-
$12 Cracks in the Sidewalk (Cucumber, mint, lime, blood orange san pellegrino)
Food Specials
-
$2 Happy Hour Oysters (served raw on the half shell with cocktail sauce, mignonette & oyster crackers)
-
$7 Beef Fat Frites (with garlic aioli)
-
$16 Smash Burger (American cheese, good sauce, caramelized onion, crispy shallot & pickles)
-
$16 Hot Chicken Sandwich (Fried chicken, house slaw, pickles, chili oil)
Highlights
- Eclectic menu focused on oysters, pork, and beer with farmhouse inspiration
- Atmosphere reminiscent of a European beer hall
- Curated beer and spirit selection featuring brewery collaborations and unique ciders
Important Details
- Reservations recommended
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