Emmit's Irish Pub

495 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60654 USA

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Reasonable

Open Now

Fri 3p-2a

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Wheelchair
Accessible
Wifi

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“Chicago's most famed Irish pubs”

This storied tavern may be one of the city’s most famed (see its cameos in Backdraft and Ocean’s Eleven), but it’s still an Irish saloon at heart: cheap beer, good grub, and shamrocks galore. Whether you live in Chicago or just in for a visit, be sure to stop by to enjoy your favorite spirits, great food and authentic Irish atmosphere! Emmits is a traditional Irish pub rich in both character and history, a great addition to Chicago since 1996.

Reviewed by
Earl S.

February 13, 2021

Yup! A true Irish bar in Chicago! Harp and Smithwicks on tap! Just what you'd expect and ready for more. Glad they opened up and it's the first place since March 20220 I feel like it's normal. Read more

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Kate M.

November 01, 2021

Emmit's is a special spot! I came here with zero expectations and left thrilled with my experience. We arrived around 9:30 on a Friday night and the place was buzzing, but not overly crowded in... Read more

Reviewed by
Paige D.

May 10, 2022

One of my favorite local Irish pubs. Good food, good beer on draft, and cozy but also very fun. Easy to bring lots of friends for a night out. Nice staff/bartenders and love walking in with the... Read more

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stephen.rees.180

A solid and classic Chicago bar. Stop by here before or after entering the smokey Richard's next door. Emmit's is famous for its feature in Ocean's Eleven, but it hasn't let any of that Hollywood fame get to its head. Read more

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anniekb

The only problem I have with Emmit's is that they turned off Baba O'Reilly to play a Beach Boys song. Otherwise, it's a about the only place in West Town that is fun but not heinously overpriced. Cheers! Read more

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