Grace O'malley's

In Short – A spirited after-work crowd fills this comfortable hangout. High tables and stools line the lively front bar area and make for prime dining space, while a loft-like opening over the bar brightens up the wood-clad interior. Rich woodwork and several booths beckon in the more intimate back dining room. Pub standards like fish and chips and shepherd's pie prevail on the menu, while Guinness-cured pork chops and flavorful pork pasties are welcome additions.

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When to Go:: Sunday brunch, 9:30am-2pm, features fried eggs, rashers, white pudding, crispy potatoes, pork sausages, toasted tomatoes and soda bread.
The Extras:: The owners also run the more upscale Chicago Firehouse across the street.
What to Drink:: Anglo-centric brews like Smithwick's and Boddington's headline the full bar, alongside Irish whiskeys, wine, specialty cocktails and martinis like the Grace O'Malley (ice-cold Belvedere and a float of champagne).
The Extras:: Every Sunday when the Bears play at home, ESPN Radio will do a live broadcast in the restaurant from 9am to 12pm.

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User Reviews (9)

ambiance	100.0% positive	“It was my first time there and I was impressed with the cozy atmosphere, the cleanliness of the establishment, and the speed and care that the service staff displayed.” “The beer was great, the appetizers were great, and I had a fun time.” “The service is great (many times you'll see the same smiling, familar faces), the food is dependly good everytime and the atmosphere is pleasing.”
drinks	100.0% positive	“great bar, great food” “Grace O'Malleys is great bar and restaurant.” “It's a nice low-key bar with good drinks.” “The beer was great, the appetizers were great, and I had a fun time.” “Really good food for a bar!” “REally great food for what is ultimately a bar.”
food quality	100.0% positive	“The service is great (many times you'll see the same smiling, familar faces), the food is dependly good everytime and the atmosphere is pleasing.” “REally great food for what is ultimately a bar.” “Mini burgers and other food good too.” “fell in love instantly, as wierd as the combination sounded it was by far the best appetizer/lunch dish you could ever feast on!” “Really good food for a bar!” “Great Guinness, great burgers.” “great bar, great food”
overall	100.0% positive	“Grace O'Malleys is great bar and restaurant.” “great place”
service	100.0% positive	“It's a great neighborhood spot, good crowd, nice staff, and has one of the best brunches around.” “It was my first time there and I was impressed with the cozy atmosphere, the cleanliness of the establishment, and the speed and care that the service staff displayed.” “The service is great (many times you'll see the same smiling, familar faces), the food is dependly good everytime and the atmosphere is pleasing.”

10/22/08

Irish Nachos....!!! THE BEST

by Redh0tw at Citysearch

Had some time to use while in Chicago and was hungry. Found Grace O'Malley's and it was like a diamond in the rough. Excellent Martini's and the wait staff suggested Irish Nachos. I fell in love instantly, as wierd as the combination sounded it was by far the best appetizer/lunch dish you could ever feast on!! Highly recommend!!

Pros: Ambience, Service, IRISH NACHOS
Cons: parking

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10/14/08

Really good food for a bar!

by noyuppies at Citysearch

Love the chopped salad! REally great food for what is ultimately a bar. My only complaint is that the hightop tables in the front are really tippy! if you lean on them too much, they will completely tip over! Good news is that forces you to sit up straight!

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06/23/07

Great Neighborhood Spot

by ericaj at Citysearch

We've lived in the South Loop for 5 years and have been a fan of Grace O'Malley's since it opened. It's a great neighborhood spot, good crowd, nice staff, and has one of the best brunches around.

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02/19/07

South Loop Love

by katiegirl99 at Citysearch

This charming South Loop Irish Pub-Restaurant is a MUST if you're in the area. I've been here many times with my boyfriend who lives nearby and we always enjoy our experience. The service is great (many times you'll see the same smiling, familar faces), the food is dependly good everytime and the atmosphere is pleasing. Whether you're going for a burger, fries and a beer in the pub area or dinner with the family in the restaurant area, you will love it. Hey, you'll probably even see me there!!

Pros: Close to Soldier Field if you're headed to a Bears Game!

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08/21/06

great place

by laura555 at Citysearch

Have been here many times and it has always been a positive experience. The best thing I've had so far are the pub chips...thin slightly flavored chips topped with some crumbled blue cheese and a cumin honey dipping sauce...sooo good. Mini burgers and other food good too. It's a nice low-key bar with good drinks.

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10/22/08

Irish Nachos....!!! THE BEST

by Redh0tw at Citysearch

10/14/08

Really good food for a bar!

by noyuppies at Citysearch

06/23/07

Great Neighborhood Spot

by ericaj at Citysearch

02/19/07

South Loop Love

by katiegirl99 at Citysearch

08/21/06

great place

by laura555 at Citysearch

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