After waiting at the host station for 10 minutes without being acknowledged we walked to the back and asked the bartender how do we get a table, he condescendingly says “the host station” and walks away. We inform him that we already waited there and he just says “host station” and walks away. At this point a couple seats at the bar open up and we sit down, bartender comes back and says “I told you to go to the host station” and walks away again. We stay put and after a few more minutes he comes … – show
Visited here last night for the first time — on a whim — with my guy. As you can see, for starters, the pretzel is TOP NOTCH. Possibly the best pretzel I’ve had in the city next to Owen Engine… but Red Lions is bigger. Second, the beer selection, Irish handshake deal, and the vibes of this place were unstoppable. Reminded me of my history professors old house filled with communist literature. Made friends with some mysterious cowboy dude at the bar before we left. 10/10 will be back!!!!
Want a place with good food AND character? Look no further. From bangers and mash to bread pudding, you can’t go wrong. All the photos on the wall have a story, the place is pure British (except the food is good). Will keep going back
Excellent old time style English pub with good food and excellent environment. Plus it's allegedly one of the biggest haunted areas in Chicago ️
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So quaint, loves the place from science to drink selection to ability to talk with who you are with. Great pub, we will be back
Terrible and rude service. Can not accommodate a large group. Would not return.
Gorgeous British pub with a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommended.
Great atmosphere, wonderful selection of ales and good food.
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Colin Jack run a great English Pub. Best in Chicago.
Great food, fast service and really cool atmosphere.
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