The Publican restaurant in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, Illinois dining

The Publican in Chicago, Illinois

American, Farm-to-table, Seafood Farmhouse-inspired restaurant

Open now6:12 PM Price $50-$100 Today 11:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
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837 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL, 60607, US

CuisineAmerican, Farm-to-table, Seafood
StyleFarmhouse-inspired restaurant
Price$50-$100
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Guest impressions

What people say about The Publican

People have good things to say about The Publican’s rustic but not messy cuisine, including the oysters, bread, pork, seasonal vegetables, charcuterie, and items that were meant to be shared. The beer hall vibe brings the communal feel to the dining space, and people mention that the service tends to know about the menu and beverages well. Brunch is also well-loved. The downside includes noise and tight spaces; some diners don’t like the shareable nature of the menu when they need a more traditional dinner experience. Positive reviews tend to come from those diners who like to order a lot.

Restaurant overview

About The Publican

The Publican is a restaurant located in Fulton Market and inspired by beer halls and rustic European cooking. The Publican’s kitchen focuses on using seasonal products, fish, sustainable meats, homemade cured meats, breads, and passed-around dishes.

Its current selections consist of oysters, pâté, salami, ham, smoked fish dip, ricotta, vegetables, steak, lamb, duck, trout, swordfish, seafood stew, and chef’s selections. Such selection provides a more robust farm-to-table menu than what would be found on a typical gastropub menu, which consists mostly of burgers and fried foods.

The Publican can be a suitable choice for those looking for a beer hall in West Loop, a farm-to-table restaurant in Fulton Market, oysters, heritage meats, or seasonal Chicago restaurants. You can make a reservation on the OpenTable website of the restaurant.

Menu highlights

The Publican Chicago dinner menu and prices

Oysters - Each$4
Oysters - Half Dozen$22
Oysters - Dozen$43
Beef Fat Fries$9
Pork Rinds$8
Pickles$6
Breads$11
Butter$2
Really Good Olive Oil$4
Marinated Olives$9
Pimento Cheese$9
Smoked Fish Dip$12
PQM Country Pâté$12
PQM Salami$11
PQM Mountain Ham$12
Plate of All Three Meats$30
Whipped Herb Ricotta$12
Pleasant Ridge Reserve$12
Both Cheeses$22
Green Beans$17
Barbecued Carrots$17
Caraflex Cabbage$22
Chef's Menu$85 per person
Steelhead Trout$36
Swordfish$34
Publican Seafood Stew$37
Duck Breast$45
Lamb Tartine$38
Denver Steak$38

Menu items and prices can change. Check the restaurant directly for the latest menu before visiting.

Popular picks

What to try at The Publican

  • Oysters
  • Breads and Spreads
  • Publican Breakfast Plate
  • McGRIFFIN
  • Burger
  • Fried Oyster Toast
  • Chicken Schnitzel
Opening hours

When to visit The Publican

Open now11:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Monday11:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Tuesday11:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Wednesday11:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Thursday11:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
FridayToday11:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Sunday9:00 am–2:00 pm, 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Location

Find The Publican

Restaurant location837 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL, 60607, US

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