(312) 787-3131
1528 N Wells St
Chicago,
IL
60610
41.9099
-87.6349
Neighborhoods: Near North Side, Central
What People Are Saying About O'Brien's
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – O'Brien's exudes old-school elegance with a copper-topped bar, teak outdoor furniture and live piano music. On weekends, well-heeled locals mix with young scenesters, and during the summer, O'Brien's beer garden is packed. The continental menu highlights steak and seafood. Options include a starter of paper-thin pizza with smoky chicken and mushrooms; Caesar salad prepared tableside; Chilean sea bass; and a fillet with sauteed mushrooms. Lunch entrees include burgers and grilled tuna sandwiches.
10/01/06
Great food and atmosphere
by sundayafternoons at Citysearch
A unique, historic dining room is pleasantly separate from the also-friendly piano bar area. The food (we had fish, pork, lamb, and steak at our table) was excellent, and well complemented by a variety of bread. The calamari fritti appetizer was also exquisite. Our server was very attentive to our needs, and our glasses were always full. Creme brulet and ice cream were beautifully presented and delicious.
The dining room would be suitable for quiet children with "restaurant manners," but there is also an outdoor patio (with bar), which was still open at the end of September. The main dining room would be a perfect choice for a business dinner.
Overall, this is perfect neighborhood restaurant, and we greatly appreciated the free valet.
- Pros: Several different, special dining areas; patio open at least through September; food and desserts
09/30/06
Good food and great outdoor seating.
by marydiperro at Citysearch
The food was very good (we ordered mainly burgers and chicken). THe wait staff was excellent and the bartender mixed great (ie potent) drinks and was hilarious (however, those without a sense of humor or insecure may not laugh).
We will definitely go back!!!!
- Pros: Great outdoor seating and good food
- Cons: None
08/21/06
arrogant little bartender
by bigred123 at Citysearch
who is the little napoleon-esque punk who tends bar here? tina? tony? the service here.....TERRIBLE. the prices here......TERRIBLE. if it weren't for the free-parking and great outdoor patio, obrien's would be GONE. somebody gonna get b!tch-slapped
- Pros: outdoors
- Cons: little punk who bartends and has a big mouth
The Details on O'Brien's
Parking:
O'Brien's offers complimentary valet.
When to Go:
Patio seating is coveted and more easily obtainable during the week; weekend nights are packed.
Know Before You Go:
There's live music Tuesday-Sunday in the bar starting around 7:30pm.
The Extras:
The restaurant shows its Irish heritage during a huge St. Paddy's Day celebration, with live entertainment, a corned beef and cabbage buffet and more.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Group Dining, Live Music, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
General Info:
Open 7 Days
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