Located within Garlic Park you walk in and feel like your transported across the Sea to an Irish pub ....The menu is small but what they have goes above and beyond in taste and quality. They take the time to keep it authentic and real. The servers keep the beverage filled with a smile. read more

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My wife and I have been coming here longer than we can remember. The staff is always friendly and attentive. The beer choices are limited but well priced. In the warmer months the outside bar is a great place to enjoy a drink or two. They have entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays with no cover. Their food has always been very tasty and reasonably priced. Changes in the chef and changes in the menu that left off some our favorites items has kept us away. We heard that some menu items returned so we gave it a look see. I am happy to announce that my favorite item of fried chicken has returned and is excellent. While food prices have changed due to the economy climate I think they are reasonable. read more

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I ordered the fish and chips and for $15 it was so worth it! The fish was fresh, flaky, and absolutely delicious. Some places you get fish drenched in oil and rubbery weird texture from being frozen, but that is not the case here. The food quality is excellent! The breading was crispy and flavorful. You get two generous planks on top of a heaping pile of crinkle cut french fries. The fries were hot, crispy, and salted just right! My friends ordered the shepherd pie, chicken fingers, and pizza puff as well. Everyone loved the food. If you want some good food and great music, you have to check out The Carraig Pub! read more

The Carraig Pub - Fish and chips - Pubs Near Me - Oak Forest, Illinois

I can't believe it took me so long to get here! Gaelic Park is a bit off the beaten track, yes, but it was a worthwhile hike. The Carraig is a pub for folks young and older. The bar was quite nice and fully stocked, with a very relaxed, casual atmosphere. The staff was pleasant and quick. Beer and food were both dirty cheap. We ordered 3 beers, fries and cheese sticks and the total was only $20! Whoo hoo! I am planning a return trip to try more of the menu and hopefully check out some of the live entertainment they have on weekends. read more

stopped in here for one drink while my wife was in a wedding rehearsal at gaelic park . quick service. friendly bartender and a friendly price i got a tea vodka and lemonade for 4 bucks. thats not a bad price ! all the food that was being brought to tables sure did smell and look good, but wasnt able to try and of it. if i was in the area and needed a bar for a quick drink to kill some time i would stop here again. read more

I was looking for a place with some authentic Irish/English Pub food and some good beers on tap. After searching the menus and beer lists of several places in the area, we decided to check out The Carraig. The place is charming. Love the decor and atmosphere. We sat at the bar and our bartender was great--super sweet gal. The beer selection is fantastic. I enjoyed some Bass and my husband enjoyed some Smithwicks--both on tap! The food, however, was such a let down. I ordered bangers and mash. The menu states that it comes with baked beans and sauteed onions, neither of which appeared on my plate. In fact, the plate was totally dry--no gravy, no sauce, no pan drippings. Just a big scoop of mashed potatoes in the middle with some sausages around it. The mashed potatoes were instant & loaded with white pepper. I didn't even finish them. The sausages were great--cooked nice and crispy like I like them. My husband had fish & chips and he said it was good. The bottom line--If you want to drink, come here. If you want to eat good food, go somewhere else. read more

I just realized I've never reviewed this place. I have been coming here for 11 years and actually love it more each time I walk through the door. The service is always friendly and there's always a nice mix of people in the crowd. The beer selection is decent and they almost always have a special. Check the website for daily specials. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. They have a fantastic reuben. Parking can be difficult even in the huge lot. Just keep in mind there are often events going on at gaelic park. Don't let it deter you from going in. I've never had a problem getting a table. This is a perfect spot to relax with friends over some food and drinks. They have live music pretty often as well. I've never had a problem holding a conversation in there even with the music. read more

I am not Irish, I don't like Irish music, I don't even like Irish women (too bullheaded!), but I absolutely love this place! Top notch Shepard's Pie, also try the Beef & Guinness pie. The ribs are some of the best in the Chicago area, they only have them on Wednesdays, and they're REALLY cheap, I'm talking under $8/half slab with baked potato! True pub atmosphere, sometimes live entertainment, nothing fancy, better than average service (sometimes with a brogue), and damn good food. Guinness & Smithwicks on tap, this place is worth driving to the suburbs for! read more

If you are looking for a nice authentic style pub I would suggest stopping in here. Very friendly people and honestly if your going to stop in for food I would get the fish and chips they are amazing. Always good with a Guinness too haha. read more

In my opinion, this is the best Irish Pub in the South Suburbs. Always great service, very friendly. (Most of the staff are actually from Ireland) The Guinness is always fresh, and the food is outstanding. The atmosphere is very warm and cozy. Dark wood tables, stained glass decoration on the ceiling and lots of Irish memorabilia. They also have trivia nights on Tuesdays in the Fall and Winter, and live music on the weekends. read more

Ribs were fantastic, service knocked my rating down two stars... Finally had to get our table wet naps and napkins myself (when 7 of us were eating ribs) and a bit tired of hearing apologies for being stuck out "on the patio"... No excuse for poor service. Bartender a plus. read more

Undoubtedly one of the most genuine Irish Pubs in all the southern suburbs (perhaps all of Chicagoland), the Carraig is a hidden gem worth discovering. Nestled in the arms of Gaelic Park, you'll discover a warm, cozy atmosphere the minute you walk through their front doors. A brilliant stained glass ceiling will light your way as you make your way to the back for a seat at the bar, or if you're with a party, there's an abundant seating area all around. It does have a tendency to get a little crowded at the bar (depending on the night you're there), but I think you'll find that the Bartenders will do their best to fill your order as soon as they can. It's not at all uncommon to see four or five half filled pints of Guinness waiting to settle under each tap since they take their pours quite seriously. If you're a fan of the stout like I am, you'll appreciate that. If there are musicians playing that evening, it can get a bit loud so your conversations may be a bit strained, but it truly does add to the atmosphere and will make your visit much more enjoyable. Anyway, if you're in the area and a bit thirsty, stop in. But check out a map first. Since it's surrounded by forest preserves, you won't have much but the Gaelic Park sign out in front to let you know you're there! read more

I enjoyed this place when I first arrived. Cute Irish pub feel with friendly patrons and the bartender we had earlier in the night was a delight. However, after attending our friends wedding and going to the bar after, one bartender was incredibly rude. On arrival, we asked if he had a plastic bag, knowing that they served food, and he rudely replied we're not a grocery store. We said we didn't mean anything by that, just looking for a bag to carry our favors. He was clearly irritated taking our drink order and had to ask to repeat every single drink for only three drinks. To make it worse the drinks were terribly made. All mixer and barely any liquor. We visit this area often and we look forward to exploring other Irish bars in the area. read more

The Carraig is definitely my favorite Irish pub in the south suburbs. As the reviewer before me stated, the service is great, the Guiness is fresh, and the food is, in fact, outstanding. It's a nice place to go when you don't want to hang out with the just-turned-21 kind of crowd, but it's not a bunch of angry old men who hate life, either. The tables are nicely spaced so you don't feel like you're sitting on top of a stranger, and the noise level (aside from when they have musical acts performing) is great for having a normal conversation. read more

Stopped by for a couple of pints and a snack. Have not been there for a while. Very nice chatting with Phillip the manager. Going to come back for the Wednesday Patio Bbq. Very nice read more

The food is consistently good, but the service is always the absolute worst! I mean always! I think they may set out to hire the worst waitresses they can find. Sit at the bar and order with the bartender. read more

As a native South Sider I've backlashed against the typical Western Ave. bar scene and have claimed the Carraig as an adopted home pub. Good selection/great atmosphere. Bar area can get a little cramped at times, but there's plenty of seating. Super friendly staff and tasty food. I've never failed to have a good time here. read more

I was hopeing for over the top Bloody Mary but not so much. But the Beer is flowing! Lol! Love this place,great atmosphere. Tons of Irishism. read more

Free halftime buffet during Monday night football games and the best pint of Guiness around. Good food as well. Very nice, clean and chill place to be. Definitely a place to visit and worth the trip. read more

Great place for a meal or just stopping by for a drink. Every meal I have had here is delicious and the staff is great. The prices of the weekly specials are the best I have seen in the area. Most evenings there is either entertainment or sometimes trivia games. Don't miss checking it out if you're in the neighborhood! read more

I have lived in the area for years and never tried this place for dinner. After seeing the great reviews I decided to try it. It's small but cozy with dark wood tables and a fireplace too. My friend and I seated ourselves and the waitress was with us a few minutes after we sat down. I ordered the fish and chips which was very good. It comes with two pieces of lightly battered fish, lots of fries and a side of coleslaw. My friend ordered the hamburger and fries which he liked. I was impressed with the friendly service, good food and very reasonable prices. I would suggest this place to anyone and will be back again. read more

This place is fine for a suburban restaurant/drinking joint. It has a nice atmosphere. But it's definitely geared towards an older crowd. I also found the craft beer selection to be lacking. And why don't they have drink menus?? That was annoying. read more

Recently just turned 21 and knew where I wanted my first drink, The Carraig. Stepping into this place is like stepping into a pub in Ireland. The decor is amazing and spot on to being an authentic Irish pub and restaurant. They have the regulars that seem to all have a brogue. Sit down on one of the high top comfy seats and prepare to be served within a minute. The Guinness is so fresh and they always pour it perfect. They have Guinness, Smithwicks, Harp, Budweiser, Bud Light, and I believe Angry Orchard as well as a few other beers on draft. The shepherds pie, steak, burgers, basically all of their food is phenomenal. Everyone there is attentive and nice. The bartender makes it seem like you guys have been friends for years. A youngin' like me, I order my drink, sit back and overhear the stories of being back in Ireland. Amazing food, drinks, service, and atmosphere. Every Bears game at halftime they have a free buffet. If you want to sit back relax with a couple of friends or your lady friend, come here. If you're looking for a real loud crowded bar with music blaring in the background, it might not be your style. read more

We had dinner in the Carraig Pub last Friday. The fried chicken was as good as I have ever had - crispy, fresh, & juicy. The BBQ sauce that I requested on the side was also fantastic, and definitely not out of a bottle. We also had the Reuben and Irish Sausages, also both terrific. read more

I was at the Carraig pub on Wednesday and I had the half slab of ribs with fries, absolutely delicious. The service was excellent (kathy), the Irish pub is authentic. I had a pint of Guinness at the bar later on, best pint in Chicago. (thanks Sara) read more

The best services and outstanding food...........wow love it

Went last Saturday after long time away. After looking at their web site, I couldn't believe that the entertainment didn't know 1 Irish song! As they say, that night the had both kinds of bands--Country AND Western (maybe Bluegrass)! Big disappointment, we brought lots of people-drank lots of beer. Was looking forward to Irish entertainment read more