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Irish joints for pub grub
Celtic Crown Public House is one of Irish joints for pub grub.

1. Celtic Crown Public House

7.4
4301 N Western Ave (at W Cullom Ave), Chicago, IL
Pub · North Center · 20 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: You may find yourself with a bill for $2 burgers or free wings. Celtic Crown is worth a visit for above average bar food. The corned-beef sandwich is satisfying, as is the baked barbecue-rib plate. Read more.

Cullen's Bar and Grill is one of Irish joints for pub grub.

2. Cullen's Bar and Grill

3741 N Southport Ave (at W Grace), Chicago, IL
Bar · Lakeview · 36 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: With brogues, shepherd’s pie and Guinness pints, this Irish pub is the real deal. Try the char-grilled skirt-steak sandwich, turkey-and-corned-beef reubens, and massive Bass Ale–battered onion rings. Read more.

English Bar & Restaurant is one of Irish joints for pub grub.

3. English Bar & Restaurant

444 N La Salle Dr (at Grand St), Chicago, IL
Bar · River North · 37 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This spot is putting pounds on the pub scene, with drinks like a St. Germain Champagne cocktail and U.K. classics like fish-and-chips. The Newcastle-battered cod is crispy, the fried egg BLT heavy. Read more.

Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro is one of Irish joints for pub grub.

4. Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro

7.0
3905 N Lincoln Ave (at Byron), Chicago, IL
Irish Pub · North Center · 46 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: This Irish bistro serves modern food. Guinness is in the onion–and–white cheddar soup, beef stew and the mac and cheese served alongside barbecue ribs. Also stop by for a great Irish whiskey. Read more.

The Pepper Canister Irish Pub is one of Irish joints for pub grub.

5. The Pepper Canister Irish Pub

509 N Wells St (btwn Grand & Illinois St), Chicago, IL
Pub · River North · 23 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Go greasy with the “toastie special,” a buttery, oniony, cheesy grilled sandwich that’s all the rage in Ireland. It's perfect for the drunk, the hungover and anybody trying to pack on the pounds. Read more.