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The Publican vs Boka Restaurant

Both restaurants are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Publican ranks marginally better than Boka Restaurant. The Publican is ranked #6 in Chicago with approval from 13 sources such as The Infatuation, Gayot and Fodor's.

The Publican
The Publican
8 / 10
837 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607
From $25 /night
Concierge Concierge
"This Fulton Market District newcomer taps into the prevailing fashion for down-home dining and restaurant patrons' hunger for blue-ribbon meat."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Publican’s huge list of global microbrews is complimented by such devilishly clever noshes as a pair of boudin sausages accompanied by a cluster of salamander-crisped grapes." Full review
Zagat Zagat
""Try everything" say fans of Paul Kahan's "inspired" West Loop New American, where the pork-centric menu allows for a "superb pigtastic experience"." Full review
Gayot Gayot
15.0
"From its large selection of oysters, to its grand, three-tiered seafood tower and aged ham with goat butter and peasant bread, there'€™s munching of all kinds." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"I was sucked in by the effortless elegance; the beerhall-like communal tables; the old-world flatware; the gingham platters; the bulbous lights; and, of course, the food." Full review
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Boka Restaurant
Boka Restaurant
8 / 10
1729 North Halsted Street, Ste 1, Chicago, IL 60614-5537
From $31 /night
Fodor's Fodor's
"If you're doing Steppenwolf pre-theater dinner on North Halsted Street, this upscale spot gets the foodie stamp of approval." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"In a neighborhood full of Irish pubs and casual sandwich joints, Boka is a sophisticated, grown-up alternative." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"After starting with creative handcrafted cocktails, which can be customized to suit personal flavor preferences, move on to seasonal specialties like the braised beef short rib ravioli." Full review
Zagat Zagat
"After a serious refresh (which may not be reflected in the scores), this hip Lincoln Park New American has a new menu and a new look." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Boka's menu, which was already good, has become considerably better with time. We find first courses are a real strength --- complex, artful and highly seasonal." Full review
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