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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Publican
Dairy-Free at The Publican
The Publican in Chicago has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chef's Selection Oysters (Half Dozen), Chef's Selection Oysters (Full Dozen) and Mixed Lettuces. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Publican
The Publican in Chicago has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chef's Selection Oysters (Half Dozen), Chef's Selection Oysters (Full Dozen) and Kanpachi Crudo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Publican
The Publican in Chicago has 9 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chef's Selection Oysters (Half Dozen), Apple & Cranberry Pot Pie and Chef's Selection Oysters (Full Dozen). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Publican
The Publican in Chicago has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including New York Strip and Badger Flame Beets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Publican
The Publican in Chicago has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Fat Fries, New York Strip and Slagel Family Farm Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Publican
The Publican in Chicago has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef Fat Fries, New York Strip and Slagel Family Farm Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Publican
The Publican in Chicago has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including New York Strip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Publican
The Publican in Chicago has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Lettuces, Badger Flame Beets and Stockholm Syndrome Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Publican
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Country Pâté | 78.6 g | 30.5 g |
| Mixed Lettuces | 64.9 g | 28 g |
| Japanese Sweet Potato | 24.6 g | 25.2 g |
| Slagel Family Farm Chicken | 6.9 g | 23.2 g |
| Badger Flame Beets | 21.2 g | 18 g |
| New York Strip | 0 g | 15.9 g |
| Breads & Spreads | 48.9 g | 14.1 g |
| Kanpachi Crudo | 9.9 g | 13.4 g |
| Pork Rinds | 13.9 g | 9.5 g |
| Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake | 96.3 g | 7.2 g |
| Sticky Toffee Pudding | 53.9 g | 5.6 g |
| Stockholm Syndrome Cocktail | 11.1 g | 5.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef's Selection Oysters (Full Dozen) - $43: Fresh seasonal selection Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kanpachi Crudo - $24: Burnt chili, pears poached in honey, shallots, jalapeño, cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, 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 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Charcuterie
- Country Pâté - $16: Pork, pistachio, bacon, cranberry mustard & cornichon Dietary tags: High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- 18 Month Red Wattle Prosciutto - $22: Red wine poached quince Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy 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: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Publican Seafood Stew - $37: Clams, mussels, shrimp, halibut, fennel, tomato-chile broth & sourdough Dietary tags: Halal, 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, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetables & Salads
- Barbecued Carrots - $17: Creamy herb dressing, dill & pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Badger Flame Beets - $19: Coconut curry, apples, spiced cashews & basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Lettuces - $18: Bibb, red romaine, gem, herbs, breadcrumbs, publican beer vinegar dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, 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, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Beef Fat Fries - $9: With garlic aioli Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, 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, Halal, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Mousse Layer Cake - $11: Chocolate biscuit, cocoa nib syrup, salted caramel, candied pretzels & potato chip ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- 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: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Publican
- Is The Publican dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Publican has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chef's Selection Oysters (Half Dozen), Chef's Selection Oysters (Full Dozen) and Mixed Lettuces.
- What can I eat at The Publican on a dairy-free diet?
- Chef's Selection Oysters (Half Dozen), Chef's Selection Oysters (Full Dozen) and Mixed Lettuces carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Publican have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Mixed Lettuces and Badger Flame Beets.
- Is The Publican gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Publican?
- Country Pâté, at roughly 30.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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