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Bub City, Chicago, IL

Bub City

4.5
4.5
1530 Reviews
$31 to $50
Barbecue

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
  • 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00–00:00 Wed–Sat 11:00–02:00
  • 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.
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,530 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bub City offers a lively atmosphere with standout BBQ and whiskey selections. Guests rave about "great food" and "excellent service," especially highlighting the brisket and ribs. It's a fun spot for live music and enjoying American classics. While some find it "noisy," the overall vibe is energetic and enjoyable.

1,530 Reviews
  1. Mitchell VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The team is always amazing at Bub City!! I love the atmosphere and it is our go-to happy hour spot over the whole year. Thanks as always!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    We spent $500 on a Pappy Vanwinkle bourbon tasting experience and it was awful. While the Bub City food was excellent, as always, the bourbon "expert" was completely unprepared. She didn't know her products, could not be heard over the music or crowd and was completely unavailable as a bourbon expert. She didn't interact with attendees, but sat to the side drinking margaritas and eating with her boyfriend. Total waste of money. 

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  3. Bill

    Chicago2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    My review pertains to a specific event. The food was great as usual and would highly recommend eating here.

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  4. Amyre VIP

    Chicago15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Alexis was fantastic! Bub City is a wonderful neighborhood spot.

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  5. Jeannette VIP

    Chicago20 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Fun atmosphere for a Tuesday night. Service was slow to get our food out. Salmon. Was delicious.

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  6. Tyler VIP

    Pittsburgh4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my favorite spot in Chicago! Service is best in class and the food is second to none.

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  7. Ruby

    Chicago20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Saturday brunch with the family was a great and delicious experience. The brisket is on point and the kiddo loved the chicken tenders. Music is always great as is service. Will definitely return.

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  8. Mary VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 7 February 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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  9. Joseph VIP

    New Orleans1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 5 February 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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  10. gayatri

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 January 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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FAQs

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

Bub City is rated 4.5 stars by 1530 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today

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Google Map for Bub City

435 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Clark Street & Hubbard
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00–00:00 Wed–Sat 11:00–02:00
  • 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, Takeaway, 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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