The Publican

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8 / 10

13 expert reviews

“Simple farmhouse fare.”

– On the Grid

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
The Infatuation The Infatuation
7.6
"The Publican is a self-proclaimed homage to European beer halls where you can gather and share food with your friends, and there’s no doubt about that fact upon entering the room." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Much buzzed Kahan joint is meat and beer lover's nirvana."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Don't call this beer-focused hot spot a gastropub—chef Paul Kahan (of Blackbird fame) prefers "beer hall" (though wine is available, too)." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"From the team behind Blackbird and Avec, this Fulton Market District newcomer taps into the prevailing fashion for down-home dining and restaurant patrons' hunger for blue-ribbon meat." Full review
Where Where
"Beer-centric restaurant, with a focus on Belgian brews and a smart, creative menu to go along with them—think oysters, charcuterie, mussels and aged hams." Full review
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