Where the Locals Eat Rating
Best Irish/British Pub
Top 100 Restaurant, Chicago
"Chief O'Neill's Pub was opened in the fall of 1999 by All-Ireland musicians Brendan and Siobhan McKinney. Their vision was to celebrate [Chicago's legendary first police] Chief [Francis] O'Neill's life, his achievements and to keep his musical tradition alive and well in the city he loved, Chicago. So we invite you to enjoy our good food and proper pints, the loveliest airs & reels, and all the other good craic here at Chief O'Neill's Pub."
– Chief O'Neill's Pub website
"This festive Irish pub will surprise you with its dedication to turning out top-quality Celtic fare. ... Service is top-notch. Sunday brunch features made-to-order omelets and waffles, scones, pastas, salads and more."
– Chicago Tribune
"The entire bar–chairs, tables, bar fittings–and most of the staff was imported from Ireland, and the three cooks in the kitchen dish up traditional fare. ... The huge beer garden seats 200."
– Chicago Reader
"One of the most authentic Irish bars in Chicago gets even better each summer. Imagine a Lake Michigan summer home dumped on an urban stretch of Elston Avenue, with shady trees, rows of bushes and a lawn big enough for a swimming pool. Grab a pint of Guinness, take a seat on the lawn, slip off your flip-flops and feel the blades of grass between your toes."
– TimeOut Chicago magazine
Full bar. Serving lunch and dinner until late night daily. Sun brunch 10 am-2 pm.
How Others Rate Chief O'Neill's Pub
Chicago Tribune
****
Zagat 2009 17 Food Rating (Good to Very Good)