How is LIBRARY BAR at PUBLIC Chicago restaurant rated?

Name: LIBRARY BAR at PUBLIC Chicago
Address: 1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL, United States, 60610
Telephone: (312) 229-6740
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

LIBRARY BAR at PUBLIC Chicago

4.3 (10)

$30 and under

American

1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60610

About this restaurant

Romantic
Lively
Good for groups

The Library Bar serves as a daytime Café with La Colmbe coffee drinks, house made pastries, sandwiches and salads. A cozy space with a huge limestone fireplace, magazines and coffee table books to flip through. By night the café transforms into a chic lounge hosting curated celebrity playlists, seasonal libations and small plates from Jean-George Vongerichten.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Sunday-Saturday Café from 6am-4pm Sunday- Friday Bar/Lounge 4pm-2am Saturday Bar/Lounge 4pm-3am
Phone number
(312) 229-6740
Website
http://www.publichotels.com/chicago/dining-and-entertainment/library/about-library-coffee-bar/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
The Library Bar & Screening Room are available for private events at LibraryBar@publicchicago.com or 312-229-6771
Private party facilities
The Library Bar & Screening Room are available for private events at LibraryBar@publicchicago.com or 312-229-6771

Location
1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60610
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Cross street
Goethe
Parking details
$14 for up to 3 hours
Public transit
Clark/Division Red Line
Entertainment
Curated Celebrity Playlists by Paul Oakenfold, Zen Freeman, and Passion Pit.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Private Room, Wine

Madison – Adrian Garcia
Apple Vanilla Raspberry Sour; Gin, Apple, Vanilla, Framboise, Cocchi Rosa
Bad Nana – Ben Pavlichek
Molecular Banana Walnut Martini; Denizen Rum, Giffard Banane du Bresil, Nocino, Cinnamon Vanilla Butter Syrup, Egg White
Autumn Moon – Jill Flack
Blood Orange Spritz; Vodka, Blood Orange, Cointreau, Lime, Sparkling Rose
Cirque de Rev – Dylan Seo
Smoky Spiced Pumpkin Sour; Monkey Shoulder Scotch, House Pumpkin Syrup, Sherry, Aperol
Fireside Chat – Ben Pavlichek
Mexican Hot Chocolate; Bahnez Mezcal, Mexican Hot Chocolate, Cinnamon, Habanero, Dulce de Leche Whip (Hot)
The Hawk – Ben Pavlichek
Tropical and Dry Highball; Gin, Xante, Lemon, Fino Sherry, Tonic
Bloody Brilliant – Ramiro Gonzalez
Savory Smoky Spicy Bloody Mary; Bahnez Mezcal, Monkey Shoulder Scotch, Roasted Tomatillo-Poblano Puree, Lemon
White Poppy – Ben Pavlichek
Lemon Poppyseed Martini; Vodka, Lemon, Poppyseed Syrup, Sherry, Frangelico
Jeffrey – Ben Pavlichek
Apple Pear Spiced Old Fashioned; Rittenhouse Rye Whiskey, Laird's Applejack, Mathilde Poire, Bitters

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial, NV, Epernay, FR$19.00
Zardetto Brut Prosecco, NV, Coneligano, IT$14.00
Le Grand Courtâge Brut Rosé, NV, FR$13.00
Domaine Chandon, Etoile Brut, Napa Valley, CA$12.00

Rosé

Mirabeau Rosé, Côtes de Provence, FR$12.00

White

Bench, Chardonnay, Russian River, CA$13.00
Licia, Albariño, Rias Baixas, SP$12.00
Stella, Pinot Grigio, Sicilia, IT$12.00
Rodney Strong, Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County, CA$12.00

Red

Cigar Zinfandel, Lodi, CA$13.00
Wild Horse, Cabernet Sauvignon, CA$14.00
Punto Final Reserva, Malbec, Mendoza, AR$14.00
En Route, Pinot Noir, Russian River, CA$19.00
Barossa Valley Estate, Shiraz, Barossa Valley, AUS$14.00

Beer

Bottled

Lagunitas - Aunt Sally Sour Mash Ale, Chicago, IL (5.7% ABV)$7.00
Goose Island – 312 Urban Wheat Ale, Chicago, Illinois (4.2% ABV)$6.00
Two Brothers - Cane and Ebel Red Rye Ale, Warrenville, IL (7% ABV)$6.00
Modelo Especial, Pilsner, Mexico (4.4% ABV)$6.00
Stella Artois, Pilsner, Leuve, Belgium (5.2% ABV)$7.00
Peroni, Nastro Azzurro, Roma, Italy (5.1% ABV)$7.00
Amstel Light, Pilsner, Zoeterwoude, Netherlands (3.5% ABV)$6.00
Delirium Tremens, Belgian Ale, Melle, Belgium (8.5% ABV)$9.00
Chimay Première, Trappist Ale (Dubbel), Baileux, Belgium (7.0% ABV)$8.00

Appetizers

Blistered Shishito Peppers$7.00
with Citrus-Chili Foam
House Cut Fries with Herbs$7.00
Sweet Pea Guacamole$14.00
with Warm Crunchy Tortillas
Pretzel Dusted Calamari$15.00
Spicy Marinara, Mustard Aioli
Crostini of Kabocha Squash and Fresh Ricotta$14.00
Fresh Ricotta, Fig Compote, Grilled Sourdough$14.00
Faroe Island Salmon, Crispy Sushi Rice, Chipotle Aioli$17.00
Public Burger$24.00
with Aged Cheddar, Herbed Mayonnaise, Pickled Jalapenos and Fries
Tuna Tartare$19.00
Ginger Dressing, Avocado, Radishes

Flatbreads

San Marzano Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella, Basil$14.00
Spinach, Goat Cheese and Herbs$16.00
Black Truffle and Fontina Cheese$22.00

What 10 people are saying

LIBRARY BAR at PUBLIC Chicago reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.1Food
4.1Service
4.7Ambience
2.9Value

Noise • Energetic

10 Reviews

RD
RDan
Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 7, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Celebrated a bday here. Hard to reach staff for planning but once I got the email for an Asst Director of Food/Beverage at the Public Hotel I was well taken care of. Good service and decor the day of the event.
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Teddy VIP
Chicago / Illinois158 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 6, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We had never heard of the place. It was nice. The $24 burger left much to desire. The salad was great. The martini's were good and not so good. My wife's was good. Mine had an aftertaste that was bitter. We definitely want to go back. We liked it, but we won't order the burger again. And I will have a chat about the martini with the bar tender. Don't expect your drink to come soon after you order. It will come, but not fast.
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courtneyl VIP
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great find! It was like enjoying delicious cocktails and appetizers in a friend's swanky library. I will definitely be going back in the future!
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OT
OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago / Illinois39 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 14, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We did not get any food as it was past midnight when the kitchen closed. We had planned for a late snack which is why I used open table. I don't understand why it is listed on open table if no food is being served. Not even a nut or olive was offered. But the service staff are very friendly and attractive.
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DrMaseye VIP
Chicago / Illinois14 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Call ahead to reserve a couch- great for trying different cocktails.
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OT
OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago / Illinois7 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 19, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Service 5
3. Ambience 5
It's always a fun night!
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Mark
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
4.0
Dined on October 4, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We made the OpenTable reservation a couple of hours before our arrival. When we got there, the host had only a printout of reservations from the beginning of the day or the day before and no access to current OpenTable reservations. When we asked about making sure we got checked into their OpenTable to avoid a now show on my account, he exclaimed that he didn't even know when they (Library) used it and that perhaps we could go over to the Public side and ask them. What?! We got lucky and didn't wait long to be seated. We all had drinks we really enjoyed, and it was an entertaining atmosphere. We probably had just enough time for a second round, but our server didn't come back until we were almost ready to go.
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Lincnpk
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 25, 2014
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our servers were attentive. The food was amazing. Small plates and dinner menu for a group of 8. Absolutely perfect! Great wine and beer selection. Lovely vibe! Fun night. Repeat soon.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago / Illinois1 review
3.0
Dined on October 4, 2014
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
They sat us in the back lounge/room which I really didn't enjoy. The waitress was polite but not very attentive.
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DougS VIP
Cincinnati / Dayton61 reviews
2.0
Dined on July 13, 2014
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
There was no host/hostess at The Library. Walked in, the place was packed with no open seats and nobody to greet us. Looked rather like a free for all. Walked over to the dining room and there was seating available in the main dining room. Drinks, meal, dessert, service was incredible. Music was fantastic. Very bizarre experience that turned out well, but this had nothing to do with The Library because never talked/saw/had anything to do anybody from there.
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LIBRARY BAR at PUBLIC Chicago is rated 4.3 stars by 10 OpenTable diners.

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1301 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60610

Additional information

Cross street
Goethe
Neighborhood
Gold Coast / Streeterville
Hours of operation
Sunday-Saturday Café from 6am-4pm Sunday- Friday Bar/Lounge 4pm-2am Saturday Bar/Lounge 4pm-3am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
$14 for up to 3 hours
Public transit
Clark/Division Red Line
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Curated Celebrity Playlists by Paul Oakenfold, Zen Freeman, and Passion Pit.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.publichotels.com/chicago/dining-and-entertainment/library/about-library-coffee-bar/
Phone number
(312) 229-6740
Catering
The Library Bar & Screening Room are available for private events at LibraryBar@publicchicago.com or 312-229-6771
Private party facilities
The Library Bar & Screening Room are available for private events at LibraryBar@publicchicago.com or 312-229-6771

LIBRARY BAR at PUBLIC Chicago

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

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Bartender's Fiction

Madison – Adrian Garcia

Bad Nana – Ben Pavlichek

Autumn Moon – Jill Flack

Cirque de Rev – Dylan Seo

Fireside Chat – Ben Pavlichek

The Hawk – Ben Pavlichek

Bloody Brilliant – Ramiro Gonzalez

White Poppy – Ben Pavlichek

Jeffrey – Ben Pavlichek

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling

Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial, NV, Epernay, FR$19.00

Zardetto Brut Prosecco, NV, Coneligano, IT$14.00

Le Grand Courtâge Brut Rosé, NV, FR$13.00

Domaine Chandon, Etoile Brut, Napa Valley, CA$12.00

Rosé

Mirabeau Rosé, Côtes de Provence, FR$12.00

White

Bench, Chardonnay, Russian River, CA$13.00

Licia, Albariño, Rias Baixas, SP$12.00

Stella, Pinot Grigio, Sicilia, IT$12.00

Rodney Strong, Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County, CA$12.00

Red

Cigar Zinfandel, Lodi, CA$13.00

Wild Horse, Cabernet Sauvignon, CA$14.00

Punto Final Reserva, Malbec, Mendoza, AR$14.00

En Route, Pinot Noir, Russian River, CA$19.00

Barossa Valley Estate, Shiraz, Barossa Valley, AUS$14.00

Beer

Lagunitas - Aunt Sally Sour Mash Ale, Chicago, IL (5.7% ABV)$7.00

Goose Island – 312 Urban Wheat Ale, Chicago, Illinois (4.2% ABV)$6.00

Two Brothers - Cane and Ebel Red Rye Ale, Warrenville, IL (7% ABV)$6.00

Modelo Especial, Pilsner, Mexico (4.4% ABV)$6.00

Stella Artois, Pilsner, Leuve, Belgium (5.2% ABV)$7.00

Peroni, Nastro Azzurro, Roma, Italy (5.1% ABV)$7.00

Amstel Light, Pilsner, Zoeterwoude, Netherlands (3.5% ABV)$6.00

Delirium Tremens, Belgian Ale, Melle, Belgium (8.5% ABV)$9.00

Chimay Première, Trappist Ale (Dubbel), Baileux, Belgium (7.0% ABV)$8.00

Appetizers

Blistered Shishito Peppers$7.00

House Cut Fries with Herbs$7.00

Sweet Pea Guacamole$14.00

Pretzel Dusted Calamari$15.00

Crostini of Kabocha Squash and Fresh Ricotta$14.00

Fresh Ricotta, Fig Compote, Grilled Sourdough$14.00

Faroe Island Salmon, Crispy Sushi Rice, Chipotle Aioli$17.00

Public Burger$24.00

Tuna Tartare$19.00

Flatbreads

San Marzano Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella, Basil$14.00

Spinach, Goat Cheese and Herbs$16.00

Black Truffle and Fontina Cheese$22.00

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