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06/13/2025
First Beer Club pickup is today at 11:30am! 🍻
Each box is handpicked by our Certified Cicerone, Aaron Peck — filled with rare brews, local collabs, and insider notes.
No lines, no decisions — just really good beer, delivered monthly. Drink like a regular. From home. Join now — link in bio!
06/12/2025
Summer in Chicago means one thing — more brunch time!☀️🍽️
We’re now open 9am–2pm on weekends so you can savor every bite and sip those mimosas slow.
06/11/2025
The only thing hotter than this Chicago day? Our happy hour game. $2 oysters are calling your name from 4–6pm. 🦪☀️
06/10/2025
Only FIVE bottles left👀 Cantillon is one of the rarest, most sought-after beers in the world—and we’ve got it at The Publican!
Brewed in Brussels since 1900, Cantillon uses spontaneous fermentation, open-air coolships, and barrel aging to craft some of the most complex, tart, and funky beers out there. Think wild yeast, real fruit, and zero shortcuts. Once it’s gone, it’s gone🍻
06/09/2025
Come on in, we can’t wait to see ya this week! 🙌 Inside or outside, the choice is yours.
06/06/2025
Patio season’s in full swing—and so is happy hour. Grab a seat, order the burger (you know the one), and sit back. 🌞🍔
Happy hour, Mon-Fri 4-6pm.
06/05/2025
What a night to remember! Massive thanks to Chef , the Jacques Pépin Foundation, and all the killer chefs who crushed that six-course French feast. And to everyone who showed up and brought the energy — you made it legendary. The food was spot on, the wine was amazing. Happy 90th to the legend himself, Jacques Pépin! Cheers! 🇫🇷🔥👏
06/04/2025
Last call! ‼️ Tonight’s the night to feast like a legend and celebrate Jacques Pépin! Chef , the Jacques Pépin Foundation, and a killer crew of chefs are serving up a six-course French showdown at The Publican. Duck à l’orange, Sablefish en papillote, amazing wine—this is one for the books. Swipe for menu! 🇫🇷
Haven’t grabbed your seat yet? Grab it now—link in bio!👏
06/03/2025
Fresh, local, and ready to roll all year long.☀️ Summer’s here, the patio’s calling, and we’re serving farm-to-table dishes bursting with the season’s best.
06/02/2025
Picture this: a board stacked with PQB seeded rye & Spence sourdough, creamy butter sprinkled with sea salt, plus your pick of pimento cheese dip, smoked fish dip, or all three. 🍞🧀
One Off Rewards members score 2x points on to-go orders, so grab this beauty for lunch or dinner & dig in at home!
Not a member yet? Sign up through the link in bio and start racking up points at all One Off spots!
06/01/2025
Still haven’t booked your seat for this legendary night? Join chef and the Jacques Pépin Foundation at The Publican on June 4 for a six-course French feast honoring the one and only Jacques Pépin.
Duck à l’orange, sablefish en papillote, and a stacked lineup of chefs? Let’s gooo. Reserve now through the link in bio!
05/30/2025
Your official excuse to leave work early: The Publican patio. ☀️ Sun-soaked tables, beer on deck, dogs invited.
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05/29/2025
Smiling because we’ve got post-work plans… and they involve a smash burger and an ice-cold beer. Happy hour starts at 4 PM! 🍔🍺
05/28/2025
Beer has always been a shared experience at The Publican. Big pours. Communal tables. Stories passed between sips.🍻
Now, we’re bringing that spirit home with The Publican Beer Club — a monthly delivery of standout brews, handpicked by our Certified Cicerone and longtime beer lead, Aaron Peck.
Each box features a rotating selection of rare finds, seasonal pours, and Chicago collabs from brewers we know and trust — plus tasting notes, brewer backstories, and behind-the-bar insights straight from Aaron himself. Drink like a regular. From home. Join now through the link in bio🔗
05/27/2025
Melba’s got a 40lb halibut on deck, fresh from Sue Buxton — and yes, she’s about to break it down like a pro, just like she has all these years.
05/23/2025
Memorial Day weekend starts here — brunch at The Publican with your favorite drinks waiting. Come hang, eat well, and cheers! 🍳🥂 Saturday & Sunday, 10am-2pm.
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05/22/2025
Hitting the town tonight? 🍻🍔 Come through The Publican for our late night menu — the Publican Burger with Kilgus Farm beef, caramelized onions, crispy shallots, dill pickle, American cheese & pub sauce, plus mozzarella sticks and a few other late night favorites.
Thursday–Saturday, 9–10pm.
05/21/2025
It sounds fancy, but rillettes, really, is just a rich, flavorful spread made from slow-cooked duck legs and pork shoulders, stewed in their own fat. 🙌 Ready to take on the challenge? Swipe for The Publican recipe straight from Chef Paul Kahan.
Or swing by and we’ll carry the weight for you!
05/20/2025
Cheers to full glasses, good stories, and even better company! 🥂 Here at The Publican, our communal tables bring everyone together—any night can feel like a party.
05/16/2025
Jacques Pepin is turning 90! 🎉🥳 Join chef host Paul Kahan and the Jacques Pepin Foundation at The Publican on June 4th for a six-course meal celebrating the culinary legend who has impacted so many home and professional cooks alike. They’ll be joined by One Off Hospitality award winning chefs Rob Levitt, Greg Wade, Dylan Patel, Thomas Hollensed, Natalie Saben, and Kyle Huff, with some of our favorite classic French dishes like duck a l’orange and sablefish en papillote. Reserve your seats and raise a glass with us to the culinary icon, Jacques Pepin!
Reservation link in bio! 🥂
05/15/2025
Behind-the-scenes brunch biews: your order just hit the cook line and it’s looking like a very good decision—two eggs your way, braised bacon, black pudding, baked beans, roasted tomato & toast! 🍳👏
Brunch every Saturday & Sunday 10am-2pm!
05/13/2025
How about a fresh, hearty chopped salad for lunch this week? Crispy chickpeas, salami, breadcrumbs, and a zesty oregano vinaigrette—perfect for a beautiful patio day at The Publican! 🌞🥗
05/12/2025
Getting married? Throwing a big party? Let’s make it unforgettable. 👏 Publican brings the energy with iconic food, warm vibes, and space to celebrate big. Weddings, birthdays, whatever the reason—we’re here to make it easy and fun.
Inquire through the link in bio or email [email protected] or [email protected] directly!
05/09/2025
Brunch at The Publican is fueled by good food, big laughs, and the incredible team that makes it all happen! Join us Saturday & Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM. 🧡🥓🍻
05/07/2025
Late night bite in Fulton Market? We’ve got you.
Thursday–Saturday from 9–10 PM, stop by The Publican for the PUB Dog & more. 🌭The Chicago-style late night hero, stacked with pickled peppers, onion, giardiniera + signature dog sauce!
Address
837 W Fulton Market
Chicago, IL
60607
To get to the American restaurant located in W Fulton Market in Chicago, you can take public transport options such as bus route X20 or train line L. Alternatively, if you choose to drive, follow I-90 and take the exit toward Ogden Avenue. From there, turn left onto W Lake Street and proceed until you reach your destination. Parking is available on-street or at nearby parking garages for a fee.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 10pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 10pm |
| Friday |
11am - 2am |
| Saturday |
11am - 11pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 10pm |
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What people say
The Publican is a must-visit American restaurant in Chicago that offers an exceptional dining experience. The menu is inspired by simple farmhouse fare, with a focus on oysters, pork, and beer. The chefs have developed a network of purveyors to supply the restaurant with hand-selected, sustainably-harvested fish and seafood as well as sustainably-raised heirloom pork to anchor a rustic menu of simple, eclectic fare.
One of the highlights of The Publican is their extensive international beer list, featuring 100 or so ales, lagers, stouts and ciders by the bottle, 12 of those available on tap. This makes it the perfect place for beer enthusiasts to try out new and exciting brews from around the world.
The space itself is evocative of a European beer hall and has been designed by the James Beard Award-winning team of Thomas Schlesser and partner Donnie Madia. It's a great place to gather with friends or family for a casual yet sophisticated meal.
Overall, The Publican is an excellent choice for anyone looking for delicious food and drink in a unique atmosphere. With its focus on sustainability and quality ingredients, it's no wonder why this restaurant has become such a popular destination in Chicago.
