R Public House, nestled at 1508 W Jarvis Ave in Chicago, offers a vibrant dining experience that captures both local charm and culinary excellence. Reviewers consistently praise the warm atmosphere, exceptional service, and the delightful menu that showcases a mix of hearty shareables, gourmet burgers, and indulgent desserts. Among the standout dishes, the Bacon Wrapped Dates—filled with goat cheese and accompanied by spicy dijon aioli—have garnered much enthusiasm. The “R” Public Burger, with its melty cheddar and pickled red onion, exemplifies comfort food done right. Desserts like the Almond Pear Tart and the Over the Top Blueberry Bread Pudding particularly shine as sweet endings to a meal, elevating the culinary adventure. Customer feedback paints a picture of a restaurant where special occasions are celebrated, as seen in Mark Altenhof’s glowing review of his daughter’s memorable 21st birthday. The staff’s attentiveness and festive spirit enhance the experience, making diners feel welcome and appreciated. As Catherine highlights, the brunch offerings, especially the chicken and waffles smothered in sausage gravy, are a must-try. With rave reviews and a strong community vibe, R Public House stands out as a local gem that delivers on both flavor and atmosphere—definitely a must-visit for food lovers in Chicago.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as LGBTQ+ owned
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has fireplace
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has great wine list
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid street parking
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Reviews For R Public House
Jeanette Hernandez
May 14,2025
Great atmosphere, very festive. The server was so nice and helpful with suggestions for our meal. She kept checking in on us throughout the night to make sure we had everything we needed. The fried pickles with their dipping sauce were a fun surprise, really good. Also, I enjoyed the Burrata pizza. Although it tastes great on it's own it could have used a balsamic glaze to sweeten it a bit. My friend opted for the Kimchi fries (slightly spicy) and the fruit pizza. It looked like a healthy summer salad, covered in feta and fruit, and was told it was pretty good. Parking was a bit of a struggle. We found street parking behind the location in a residential street. Great local spot to check out.
Julia Toney
May 2,2025
Went here yesterday night - delicious! Service was fast & friendly, and food came quickly. Delicious, great portions & awesome neighborhood pub vibes. Would come again!
Mark Altenhof
Apr 25,2025
My daughter and I went here for her 21st birthday today. We had been here before and the food and staff were so amazing, this is the first place she wanted to go on her special day. When they found out it was her 21st, they did her UP! They treated her like a queen and the staff and other patrons bought her drinks and food the entire time we were there. We cannot recommend this place enough for the food, customer service, and atmosphere. Please come support this local business, and experience for yourselves the amazing time we had. 5 stars R Public House!!!
Catherine
Apr 12,2025
Bottomless mimosas for 15 was my favorite of course, but the food was great too! I got the chicken and waffles & will definitely go back for them again soon. The dish has fried chicken thigh in between huge pieces of cheddar bacon waffles, all covered in sausage gravy. So good! Definitely recommend going for brunch, awesome atmosphere as well.
Lenya Friesner
Mar 29,2025
Always love dining at this neighborhood gem. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is welcoming. The current fall sangria special is particularly tasty!
Sky Jonze
Mar 27,2025
A gem in the neighborhood! Amazing burgers and a wide array of awesome drinks. Lots of monthly events and the staff are super attentive. Bacon wrapped dates and fig burger are my top faves. Tried the margarita flight for the first recently and fell in love.
Kathy Vannette
Mar 21,2025
I appreciate the fact that they open at 3, as I tend to go out earlier. We enjoyed an amazing happy hour, good drinks and service by a super nice young guy. I can't stop thinking about the steak gorgonzola...it was soooo good!! My friend said his burger was great as well. I am looking forward to patio weather, the ambiance is so relaxing.
Sara Reyes
Feb 12,2025
Cake for the Galentine’s Day event and it was so much fun! I had an incredible time with my best friend. The music was great and our server Grace made sure we were well catered to!
Reviews For R Public House