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Bub City, Chicago, IL

Bub City

4.6
4.6
1523 Reviews
$31 to $50
Barbecue

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
Additional seating options
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for groups
Bub City is the destination for barbecue, whiskey and live country music and is open for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and late night dining. The Southern spot offers house-smoked BBQ, more than 125 different whiskeys from well-known and independent distilleries throughout the country and live country music.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Wed–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (312) 610-4200
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Bub City offers event and party options from corporate dinners to bachelorette parties to private whiskey tastings, we offer a wide variety of entertainment for groups. Bub City also provides off-site catering and rents out “The Rig,” a mobile barbecue trailer that brings the barbecue experience right to guests’ doors.
  • Neighbourhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross Street
    Clark Street & Hubbard
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Grand (Red Line)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Bub City & Pappy Van Winkle Dinner - River North

    US$225.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 4, 2025 only
    6:00 p.m.
    Experience an unforgettable evening of bourbon, BBQ & more at our Pappy Van Winkle Dinner! This exclusive four-course meal features chef-crafted dishes paired with 1oz pours of: - Old Rip Van Winkle 10 yr - Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 yr - Van Winkle Family Reserve 13 yr Rye - Pappy Van Winkle 15 yr Enjoy live acoustic music from 7 PM - 9 PM while savoring these exceptional bourbons. Plus, take advantage of exclusive retail offerings available only during the event.

What 1,523 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bub City offers a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere with "excellent service" and "great food." Highlights include a "fantastic whiskey selection" and dishes like the Nashville hot chicken sandwich and brisket. While some reviews mention occasional service delays, the overall experience is positive with a lively ambiance and accommodating staff.
1,523 Reviews
  1. Mary

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The fries were loaded with barbecue sauce couldn’t even eat them. They were awful. Tater tots were good. Wings were good. Just not my cup of tea.

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  2. Joseph

    VIP

    New Orleans

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Most of the bourbons were shelfers. Expected a more elevated experience for the price.

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  3. gayatri

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were here to celebrate my sisters birthday. The food and the service was excellent. We had kids with us and the staff was very patient sane accommodating overall. Highly recommend!!

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  4. Francesca

    Chicago

    37 reviews

    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was excellent. Food was average. Wings were a little overcooked. Ribs did not fall off the bone as advertised. Atmosphere is like a Honkytonk.

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  5. Scott

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time time. Looking forward to going back and enjoying the brisket again!

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  6. Athanasios

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Avi was wonderful. Even though they were busy, she made sure we were taken care of. Very happy

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  7. Josh

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a table for 7 and the service was very prompt, food was great and the atmosphere was a good setting for holding conversations but also watching the various sports being aired. I’d highly recommend!

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  8. Mark

    VIP

    St. Louis

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was fantastic and the food was quite good.

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  9. Heidi

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service with rarely a wait to place another order as we watched the college football playoff game. Food and drink were well done as well.

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  10. Julie

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Fun atmosphere and family friendly!

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FAQs

Bub City offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 610-4200.

Bub City is rated 4.6 stars by 1523 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation


Booked 31 times today
Experiences are available.
Additional seating options

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bub City

435 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Clark Street & Hubbard
  • Neighbourhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Wed–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Grand (Red Line)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 610-4200
  • Catering
    Bub City offers event and party options from corporate dinners to bachelorette parties to private whiskey tastings, we offer a wide variety of entertainment for groups. Bub City also provides off-site catering and rents out “The Rig,” a mobile barbecue trailer that brings the barbecue experience right to guests’ doors.
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