The Publican

The Publican Beer, pork and oysters. The Publican is a design partnership from the James Beard Award-winning team of Thomas Schlesser and partner Donnie Madia.
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An homage to oysters, pork and beer, The Publican's eclectic menu is inspired by simple farmhouse fare in a space evocative of a European beer hall. Executive Chef Paul Kahan and Chef de Cuisine Cosmo Goss 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 s

imple, eclectic fare. The extensive international beer list, developed by partners Eduard Seitan and Terry Alexander, features 100 or so ales, lagers, stouts and ciders by the bottle, 12 of those available on tap. Check us out on Tumblr http://oneoffmusings.tumblr.com/

The weekend starts at The Publican. Because the best plans usually involve good food.
07/17/2026

The weekend starts at The Publican. Because the best plans usually involve good food.

The menu for our Patio Takeover with on July 23rd is officially here, and it's looking 🔥🍕Take a look, start planning yo...
07/16/2026

The menu for our Patio Takeover with on July 23rd is officially here, and it's looking 🔥🍕

Take a look, start planning your order, and let us know which dish you're most excited to try. See you on the patio!

07/15/2026

Our seafood plate makes happy hour happier. 🦪

Featuring tarama, Publican smoked fish dip, shrimp cocktail, and dressed oysters. Available Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm.

07/14/2026

A toast to Melba.

Named after one of our most important and longest-serving team members, Melba's Mez-Jito celebrates the people who make The Publican what it is.

Featuring Tesoro, Giffard Fraise des Bois, strawberry purée, habanero shrub, mint, and soda, it's built around the peak of strawberry season. Our cocktail program always follows the seasons, taking inspiration from the same ingredients making their way through our kitchen.

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Some classics are worth keeping around.Our Ham & Cheese Sandwich brings together prosciutto cotto, gruyère, and Dijon mu...
07/13/2026

Some classics are worth keeping around.

Our Ham & Cheese Sandwich brings together prosciutto cotto, gruyère, and Dijon mustard on sourdough for a fresh take on a familiar favorite.

See you for lunch! Available until 2pm.

Start your weekend on a sweet note. ☀️French Toast with blueberry compote and whipped mascarpone is waiting for your bru...
07/10/2026

Start your weekend on a sweet note. ☀️

French Toast with blueberry compote and whipped mascarpone is waiting for your brunch table. We are serving brunch until 2pm tomorrow!

Good food. Cold drinks. A patio table. What more could your lunch break ask for?Serving lunch until 2pm!
07/09/2026

Good food. Cold drinks. A patio table. What more could your lunch break ask for?

Serving lunch until 2pm!

Crab Boil Fries 🤝 ½-off bottles of wineOur Publican fries are tossed in garlic butter, secret spice, and lump crab, shak...
07/08/2026

Crab Boil Fries 🤝 ½-off bottles of wine

Our Publican fries are tossed in garlic butter, secret spice, and lump crab, shaken tableside, and served straight from the bag.

Available today, with ½-off bottles of wine all day long. We’ll take that pairing every time. 🦀🍷

Crab Boil Fries 🤝 ½-off bottles of wineOur Publican fries are tossed in garlic butter, secret spice, and lump crab, shak...
07/08/2026

Crab Boil Fries 🤝 ½-off bottles of wine

Our Publican fries are tossed in garlic butter, secret spice, and lump crab, shaken tableside, and served straight from the bag.

Available today, with ½-off bottles of wine all day long. We'll take that pairing every time. 🦀🍷

The catch of the day? These fries. 🦀🍟Our Publican fries are tossed in garlic butter, secret spice, and lump crab, then s...
07/07/2026

The catch of the day? These fries. 🦀🍟

Our Publican fries are tossed in garlic butter, secret spice, and lump crab, then shaken tableside and served straight from the bag.

Available Monday–Friday from 4–6 PM.

Need an excuse to get the team together? We've got one. 🍷☀️Corporate happy hour, client dinner, birthday, or "just becau...
07/06/2026

Need an excuse to get the team together? We've got one. 🍷☀️

Corporate happy hour, client dinner, birthday, or "just because", our patio in the heart of Fulton Market is ready for your next gathering.

Expect a seasonal, family-style feast built around thoughtfully sourced ingredients and chef-driven dishes that are meant to be passed, shared, and talked about long after the last bite.

Email [email protected] to start planning.

However you're spending the holiday, we'd love to be part of it. 🇺🇸Swipe to check out our 4th of July hours and join us ...
07/03/2026

However you're spending the holiday, we'd love to be part of it. 🇺🇸

Swipe to check out our 4th of July hours and join us for a meal over the holiday weekend.

07/02/2026

WE MADE RUN THE JEWELS TAKE SHOTS OF MALORT 🤜🏾🥃👈🏼. If you’re coming to Chicago, you better be ready to be initiated…the only way we know how in this town.

Thanks to Killer Mike and El-P for stopping by The Publican for an early dinner with Chef while they were in town promoting their canned cocktails .runners during James Beard weekend.

While their line of drinks tastes spectacular, we’re not sure if we can say the same about their experience with Malort.

RTJ, you’ll always have a seat at our table.🤝

Wednesdays are for wine, sunshine, and snacks. 🍷☀️Join us for 1/2 off bottles from our wine list all day long, plus brea...
07/01/2026

Wednesdays are for wine, sunshine, and snacks. 🍷☀️

Join us for 1/2 off bottles from our wine list all day long, plus breads and spreads perfect for sharing (or not sharing at all).

Make a reservation and stay awhile.

No heat wave is stopping patio season. ☀️🍹Grab a seat, order your favorites, and let the cocktails do the cooling. We'll...
06/30/2026

No heat wave is stopping patio season. ☀️🍹

Grab a seat, order your favorites, and let the cocktails do the cooling. We'll take care of the rest.

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The patio is calling... and so are the oysters. 🦪☀️Beat the heat with happy hour and enjoy $2 oysters from 4–6 PM. Pair ...
06/29/2026

The patio is calling... and so are the oysters. 🦪☀️

Beat the heat with happy hour and enjoy $2 oysters from 4–6 PM. Pair them with a crisp glass of wine or an ice-cold martini, settle into the patio, and enjoy the best part of summer.

Yes, Chef! What an incredible day February 27th was at The Publican.As we celebrate the premiere of the final season of ...
06/26/2026

Yes, Chef! What an incredible day February 27th was at The Publican.

As we celebrate the premiere of the final season of The Bear, Rob, the entire Publican team, and I are reflecting on how honored we were to be a small part of it alongside so many incredible restaurant workers, actors, and industry professionals. What made that day so special wasn’t just the cameras or the production—it was seeing so many people who dedicate their lives to hospitality come together to showcase the craft, passion, and teamwork that make restaurants what they are.

A huge thank you to Chris Storer and the entire The Bear team for creating such a beautiful love letter to our industry and, most importantly, to Chicago.
The show captures the neighborhoods, the people, and the spirit that make this city so special. It shines a light on the cooks, servers, bartenders, dishwashers, managers, and countless others who work tirelessly every day to make Chicago one of the greatest hospitality cities in America.

I’m deeply grateful to Coco, Duccio, Tyson, the producers, writers, production assistants, camera operators, cinematographers, crew members, the craft services team, and the more than 150 people working behind the scenes whose talent and dedication brought this story to life.

Humbled. Grateful. Immensely thankful to have witnessed the magic and care that went into making The Bear.

With gratitude, the entire team at The Publican ❤️

06/25/2026

We handed the team a disposable camera and this is what came back 📸

New cocktail drop: Sherry Cobbler. Gin, oloroso sherry, demerara, blueberry jam, lemon, and brut come together in a brig...
06/23/2026

New cocktail drop: Sherry Cobbler. Gin, oloroso sherry, demerara, blueberry jam, lemon, and brut come together in a bright, jammy riff that’s equal parts classic and unexpected.

Big night incoming this Thursday ✨ We’re welcoming Michelin-starred Chef of San Francisco’s for a one-night-only pop-u...
06/22/2026

Big night incoming this Thursday ✨

We’re welcoming Michelin-starred Chef of San Francisco’s for a one-night-only pop-up dinner. Limited tickets left—link in bio!

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837 W Fulton Market
Chicago, IL
60607

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 2am
Saturday 11am - 11pm
Sunday 11am - 10pm

Telephone

+13127339555

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