The Publican – American
This vibrant, communal hall evokes the spirit of a European beer hall reimagined for the modern palate, where long wooden tables and a bustling open atmosphere set the stage for a convivial feast. The experience centers on a masterful balance of land and sea, from the briny brightness of freshly shucked oysters and delicate crudo to the deep, rustic comforts of house-made pâtés and golden, farm-fresh roasted chicken. Every plate celebrates the raw beauty of artisanal ingredients, creating a soulful dining destination where the clinking of glasses and the warmth of shared platters define the evening.
837, West Fulton Market, Chicago, IL, 60607 +13127339555 https://thepublicanrestaurant.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers & Raw Bar
- Chef's Selection Oysters (Half Dozen) - $22: Fresh seasonal selection Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef's Selection Oysters (Full Dozen) - $43: Fresh seasonal selection Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kanpachi Crudo - $24: Burnt chili, pears poached in honey, shallots, jalapeño, cilantro Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham & Cheese Croquettes - $12: Grain mustard aioli & pickled shallots Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Chicken Wings - $10: Lemon pepper wet Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Oysters - $14: Bone marrow, bread crumb & lemon Available at: dinner, lunch
Charcuterie
- Country Pâté - $16: Pork, pistachio, bacon, cranberry mustard & cornichon Available at: dinner, lunch
- 18 Month Red Wattle Prosciutto - $22: Red wine poached quince Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck and Pork Rillettes - $17: Seasonal preserves & sourdough toast Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Slagel Family Farm Chicken - $46: Half chicken, summer sausage & frites Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham Chop in Hay - $42: Maple glaze, roasted fennel, apples & hazelnuts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tenderloin - $60: Coffee marinade, sunchokes, sunflower seeds & beef jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Publican Seafood Stew - $37: Clams, mussels, shrimp, halibut, fennel, tomato-chile broth & sourdough Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Publican Burger - $17: Diner onions, white cheddar, bread & butter pickles & burger sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- New York Strip - $115: 60 day dry aged with beef drippings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetables & Salads
- Barbecued Carrots - $17: Creamy herb dressing, dill & pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Badger Flame Beets - $19: Coconut curry, apples, spiced cashews & basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Lettuces - $18: Bibb, red romaine, gem, herbs, breadcrumbs, publican beer vinegar dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Japanese Sweet Potato - $18: Black garlic yogurt, smoked almond salsa verde & pickled chilies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Beef Fat Fries - $9: With garlic aioli Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Rinds - $8: Cheddar cheese, malt vinegar & cayenne Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breads & Spreads - $12: Seeded rye & spence sourdough, butter & seasonal jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Apple & Cranberry Pot Pie - $12: Roasted apples and cranberry, caramelized pie crust shards, cinnamon bud ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake - $11: Chocolate biscuit, cocoa nib syrup, salted caramel, candied pretzels & potato chip ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sticky Toffee Pudding - $11: Brown sugar sponge cake, cider soaked apples, apple cider caramel, creme fraiche ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Espresso Martini - $17: La Colombe coffee & amaro averna
- Publican Pale Ale - $12: American Pale Ale, Begyle Brewing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Stockholm Syndrome Cocktail - $17: Lavender, lemongrass, Jeppson’s malort, lemon & kolsch Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
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