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Old Town Pub

3.5 (165 reviews)
ModeratePizza, Pubs
Closed • 12:00 pm - 3:00 am (Next day)

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What's the vibe?
Juke Box
Moderate noise
Casual
Happy hour specials

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Guacamole and chips
Tara K.

We stopped here when looking to watch a game during March Madness, everywhere else was packed. There was a table w/2 chairs available, but we needed 5. Eventually, we were able to get more chairs, with no help from the staff. We ordered drinks and guacamole & chips and, the appetizer sampler. The food was decent, nothing special. We found it odd that they wouldn't make any cocktails other than a 2 ingredient one (i.e. Jack & Coke, Gin & tonic, etc...) not sure why, too busy? Bartender that wasn't experienced? Odd for sure. Probably won't come back here in the future.

Buffalo Chicken Wrap
Christina A.

I have been to Old Town Pub a handful of times with friends. It's a great local bar with good specials and pretty good bar food. I didn't try the Buffalo chicken wrap (one of my friends had it) but the fries were top notch!! The staff can be a bit rushed, but only if it's a busy weekend night. They have plenty of TVs and have touch tunes with good music playing.

Shrimp Quesadillas
Dalia D.

The food here is always always always amazing. Best Moscow mules you'll ever have! I also recommend the jalapeño burger, their seasonal chicken pot pie. They work like family here and everyone is friendly.

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Julie K.

loved this dive bar for a chill, laid-back night of yummy pub food and beer! i liked the pizza (always a trusty option), but the NACHOS!! probably some of the best nachos i've had in a while. i think what got me was the cheese - it was rich and warm but didn't make the chips soggy (in fact, they were veeery crispy), and the toppings-to-chips ratio was perfect. what we ordered: - buffalo chicken pizza - house nachos - beer hug, stella artois

Signage-August 2022
Christina S.

I came here with a friend and sat outside-then inside. While the bar area is small-it is a nice place to have a conversation. Both inside and outside. I want to come back and try the pizza. The staff was laid back, yet attentive and "down-to-earth"plus respectful and professional!

Late night Calzone
Scott S.

Pretty solid no frills kinda bar. What you would expect from a neighborhood pub, friendly service, cold beer and good food! Pretty spacious on the inside. Good space at the bar and a good number of tables. There's a Juke box, dart board and TVs for entertainment. I enjoy the outdoor front patio. It gives a good view up and down Wells as well as the park across the street. Great for people watching or more importantly dog watching!

DO NOT VISIT OTP. The waitress gave me a handy in the bathroom, but the lime was old. THIS IS NOT Ok.
Lucas N.

Great hand job , bad drink. The ambiance is a bit on the crusty side but overall a delightful crowd

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Quills M.

Finally dropped in after living in the neighborhood for years... beautiful holiday lighting and REAL garlands decorate this cozy bar. Good music, friendly bartender and fun chats with other patrons. But oh my, don't be fooled by the other food pics posted on Yelp... the home made chicken pot pie knocked it outta the park!

Margherita Pizza 1/2 Acre Daisy Cutter
Paulina P.

Amazing thin crust pizza, and hands down one Chicago's best burgers. I always recommend the Wells Street burger, Margherita Pizza and tacos. The chicken and steak tacos are always delicious! Also do not sleep on the calzones! So delicious! Always great beer on tap and love sitting on their patio! Bonus points for Touch Tunes!

Mac N ' Cheese Pizza
Devanshi S.

Great place to chill and the food is a bonus! This is the only bar in Chicago that has Boulevard beer on tap and it is delicious!! We also tried the fire tots and Mac & cheese pizza. For bar food, it was really good!!! The staff is okay extremely friendly and just the vibes are amazing!

One of the best chicken salads ever

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Love this place!!!!! Their $2 Chicken Tacos are delicious...Service is great and they have free Trivia every Wednesday

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This is a quintessential Chicago dive bar. Great food, strong drinks and plenty of good times!

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My favorite neighborhood bar. Fairly priced, decent food, good drinks and great people! Cheers

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This bar is the shiznit. They have a stiff drink and the bar is always hopping!!!! Cant wait to come back for Karaoke tonight!!!!!

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