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Emerald Loop Bar & Grill

Irish Pub$$$$

The Loop, Chicago

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Ranked #10 for Irish beer in Chicago
"Try the Emerald burger and mashed potatoes!"(3 Tips)
"Have a Half Acre instead."(2 Tips)
"Goat cheese chicken tomato is amazing as well as the mac and cheese"(9 Tips)
"Best drink on the menu is the John Daly."(2 Tips)

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good for groups
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casual
breakfast food
bar
shepherd's pie
sandwiches
bangers and mash
outdoor seating
good for a quick meal
chicken
pretzels
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ChadSeptember 15, 2013
Really cool place! Ordered a few apps with some drinks. Good food all the way around. Loved the environment and the look of the place...big Irish vibe in the decor
Elaine ClarkOctober 5, 2018
Service a little slow, but the food made up for it. Very good Grilled Chicken & Kale Salad. The Goat Cheese, Pear and Chicken salad was also good. Appetizer I recommend the Chicken Tikka Masala Dip
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Timeka MicheleMay 27, 2015
This my spot I hit up when I get into Chicago! It's right down the street from the hotel I always stay at. The Emerald Burger w/fries and the Sweet Tea Vodka Lemonade drink ALWAYS does it for me!
Katie WatersOctober 20, 2015
Great place for after work drinks or before Chicago Theatre events! Kinda loud, but has a small upper level that is not as noisy. Love the mac n' cheese bowl, beer, and wine selection.
Steven BellSeptember 3, 2016
Great atmosphere. Lots of people chatting and drinking. We had the nachos,great.proper Irish bar atmosphere and nice beers.
Olia B.May 16, 2017
High quality Guinness from tank. Really good menu for pubs.👍we like it.you can become a member . We will comeback:)
Cherry 🍒August 30, 2015
Gave it another try. This one is really good 👍🏼 fish tacos and wings are our fav!
Thom CordeiroOctober 24, 2022
Great pub food right in the heart of the city. Great service, friendly staff.
CarolJuly 10, 2015
$30 bottles of champagne. Definitely my favorite casual spot to grab a drink & appetizer after work in the Loop
Ashley MobesApril 6, 2017
The corned beef sandwich is quite delicious! And it's a nice atmosphere. 😊
Linds EllisSeptember 26, 2016
The Greek grilled chicken wrap was pretty good! Wasn't overly filling where I couldn't walk after. Of course, maybe the side salad helped ;)
Crain's Chicago BusinessMarch 16, 2012
For bigger, complex flavor, go with the Irish-style chicken curry on rice ($14.95), with depth and sweetness from raisins and charred onions and mild heat. Read more
Carli SteeOctober 21, 2013
Sitting in the back with a mojito and cheese curds, definitely a nice and quiet place to be.
Daniel AbbottSeptember 3, 2016
Loved the Emerald Burger with Fries but the Mac 'n Cheese and Fish Tacos looked great too!
Macon IVJuly 2, 2013
Been here 10+ times
This place is awesome! I had a sandwich at the bar and Carlie was such a great help! Def coming back next time I'm in town.
Brian KovichJune 18, 2013
Just love this place! The bartender Kristen is one of the best in the city limits. Ask for a Manhattan! Best in town!
CarolApril 23, 2015
Good place to grab a quick bite in the loop or watch a Hawks or Cubs game. Get the grilled chicken wrap!
Chelsea PetersonJuly 3, 2012
The make your own Mac Attack (mac and cheese) is great! Also I would recommend the chicken melon salad. It is a special on Tuesdays.
SarahAugust 7, 2017
Roasted vegetable salad was a really good choice. The shepherd's pie could feed two people!
AlyApril 5, 2014
Genuine Irish pub. Friendly and attentive staff. Incredible mac & cheese. Love this place!!!
Tana BabcockFebruary 26, 2017
You behave to get the candied bacon appetizer. The curry fries are great too!!
Anthony CirilloMarch 13, 2013
I got lost coming here. Stopped at Hard Rock hotel and asked valet where it was. He gave me coupon for free appetizer fir here. They have them on hand.
Scott KleinbergJuly 4, 2013
Been here 25+ times
You can get all kinds of sides (onion rings, Mac and cheese, salad, etc.) but the fries are deeeeeelicious.
David LeszcynskiOctober 20, 2015
The food here is always good and the prices are great for a restaurant in downtown Chicago.
Alexis PazDecember 15, 2012
Been here 5+ times
On Saturdays and Sundays they have a breakfast buffet (9AM-1PM) for $9.95! They also have Bloody Mary's and Mimosas for $6 after 10AM.
Dawn Marie BealsAugust 5, 2019
Pub Nachos, Giant Pretzel, Flat bread, Fish and Chips. Dessert!
ISC ChicagoJanuary 25, 2015
Good for after work get together in the Loop for quick bite and a beer
Jeffrey RJuly 31, 2023
Fish and Chips are amazing and has a very large Portion
Jean-Rodolphe LinderDecember 2, 2013
Great Mac&Cheese, friendliest staff, nice atmosphere, and cool location.
Regis PimentelMarch 29, 2018
Everything here is phenomenal. Ask for Lee to assist you.
Gabby CotteeSeptember 24, 2014
Tasty turkey burger paired with a bowl of Mac&Cheese. Hello food coma.
Scott KleinbergJuly 4, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Great burgers!! Try the Chirish and add some crispy onion straws.
Bob DeGraffOctober 14, 2016
Good soup. Ask for Leontina to be your server if she's working.
Ruben GarciaNovember 24, 2012
Don't be fooled by the craft beer sounding name of Blue Moon. It is actually a product of MillerCoors. Have a Half Acre instead.
MichaelAugust 11, 2013
Great Sunday Brunch buffet. Flatbread was good too!
Dani K.June 15, 2012
Half Acre Daisy Clutter, a Chicago-brewed pale ale, is $6 and quite spicy.
NEPA ToursJune 18, 2013
Thanks Kristen T. for making the best shots ever! Amazing service and a great ending to our Chicago vacation!! :-)
Shannon CrossApril 19, 2013
This place is awesome! Try the Emerald burger and mashed potatoes!
Sarah RatliffeMay 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Irish Flight time! A must have any time of the year.
Megan FSeptember 1, 2013
$10 hot breakfast bar on Sundays until 1pm. Omelets-to-order are a nice touch.
LeesaMarch 20, 2013
The Sunday brunch was excellent, and the service was top notch!
Ron SnedAugust 3, 2014
Mac and Cheese was very good and filling!
Cherry 🍒August 29, 2015
Just had dinner here. The wings were great but the main sucks! Had salmon and it was overcooked. My bf had chicken curry and again the chicken was overcooked and didn't meet his expectation.
Rain BealsAugust 5, 2019
On the pricey side, but very good service and food.
Taras AlexandrovAugust 17, 2019
Wifi Emerald Public , pass: wa ash216
Rebecca M.May 22, 2012
This place had great food and one of the few places open super late in the area.
Liz TOctober 31, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Goat cheese chicken tomato is amazing as well as the mac and cheese
Mike EizenbergMay 27, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Their burgers are amazing! Try it on a pretzel bun.
Israel HJuly 14, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Their Fish and Chips are authentic and awesome. Crispy and crunchy breading with fresh chewy Cod.
Scott KleinbergJanuary 10, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Best drink on the menu is the John Daly. Sweet tea vodka and lemonade. Don't forget to squeeze in the fresh lemon. Perfect!

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