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Located on the corner of Wabash & Lake - Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL

Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave.

4.4
4.4
594 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified
Elephant & Castle is a British-inspired pub where we encourage rowdy fun with your best mates. Here, you can always catch the match (because Football Lives Here) and have a nice hearty meal. Our menu is a Brit-"ish" invasion of flavour, yet warm and inviting. The Union Jack behind the bar might be faded, but the mood here is always vibrant. So come on in, and we'll greet you with a cool pint and tasty food.

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2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–1:00 am Fri 11:00 am–2:00 am Sat 9:00 am–2:00 am Sun 9:00 am–1:00 am
  • Phone number
    (312) 345-1710
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    If you are looking for a place surrounded by Chicago’s historical charm, E&C Wabash is the place for you. Need an extra layer of privacy? Our private room is located downstairs on its own level for a completely private experience separate from our restaurant. The room can hold 60 people and includes a bar, 2 tv's, wifi, and additional AV options.
  • Neighborhood
    Lakeshore East
  • Cross street
    Lake St and Wabash Ave
  • Parking details
    Parking Garages available in 1-block radius. Pay to street park also available.
  • Public transit
    State & Lake: Brown, Green, Orange, Pink & Purple LinesLake: Red LineWashington/Wabash: Brown, Green, Orange, Pink & Purple Lines
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 594 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

594 Reviews
  1. AmandaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Fantastic spot for pre-show dinner. Fast and friendly with good ambiance.

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  2. ClintG

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very reasonably priced, good portions and friendly, attentive service

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  3. MJAARC

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience2
    Not great, Bennigans with an English label and passable food. Try for yourself, pleasant bar type place, great location.

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  4. Julia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    I loved the quick service the most! Fish and chips were great! The tartar sauce is too notch.

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  5. nursenjm

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    There were 6 in our party. Two had the chicken pot pie and loved it. Two had fish tacos and thought they were good. I had the french dip. It came with horseradish mayo. I don't do mayo so I asked for some horseradish. I was given about 2 oz of horseradish, more than anyone could use on that sized sandwich. I was charged a dollar. This seems petty and I wasn't informed it would be extra. I may or may not have ordered it anyway, but I don't like surprise charges. Service was okay.... Prices were reasonable.

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  6. JuliaP

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful staff and very quick service! Would return!

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  7. Chuck

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was the perfect choice for what we were looking for for our anniversary dinner. Our server may could not have been nicer, or better. The chicken pot pies were sizable filled with vegetables and meat, and included a salad. We look forward on our next trip to Chicago to revisiting elephant and castle.

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  8. NickV

    Amarillo

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is amazing for the price. The food was hot. Beer was cold, great service. Cannot get over how affordable it was for SUCH great food! Will be sending family back when we come back to Chicago!

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  9. bink007

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    The hummus plate was very good. The Shepard's pie may be the worse we've ever had. It was very disappointing. The salad that came with it was good. We will not go back.

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  10. LisaR

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were having a mother daughter outing and decided to try a new place! I had been here before and loved the food so thought I’d let the family try it too! This time I tried the butter chicken and it was amazing!! We started it with some delicious pretzel bites! My mom and sister split the French dip and my other sister got the French toast off the brunch menu! We were all really enjoyed our food and will definitely be back!!

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  11. Foodie42

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Really great food! A lot of variety I really enjoyed the roasted tomato and whipped feta starter

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  12. LauraW

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Overall, very solid early evening dinner. A music was bit too loud for 6pm. Great happy hour available throughout the restaurant rather than just at the bar.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First visit but certainly not the last. Reservation made and on time. Drink selection was plentiful. Food selection was also plentiful. Fish and Chips were cooked perfectly, flaky and crisp outside tender inside. Salad presented fresh and beautifully. Burger was cooked as ordered and delicious. Kid's selections got two thumbs up (chicken tenders and grilled cheese). Cheers!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is always great, staff is friendly, and they pour a good pint of Guinness

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  15. DKIU

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our "go to" place that never disappoints.

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  16. ElizabethR

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Food was just okay, server was great. Restaurant had a weird smell, almost damp like.

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  17. BobB

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Ate at Elephant and Castle before the theater. Reservation was at 5:30 and we were seated promptly at a nice window table. I ordered the butter chicken and a beer. My wife ordered the Grilled Cheese. Both arrived promptly. The food was simple but good as you would expect in a British pub. We then had dessert, the brownie with ice cream. It was enormous! We were out by 7pm in plenty of time for our 7:30 show.

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  18. EdmondL

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    I like this place - food and service are good . Have eaten here often.

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  19. EllenF

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    It was close to The Chicago Theater. Service was very good, but very noisy. The had tv’s going too. The food was just ok. I had the fish and chips. The fish was good but the french fries were terrible. Seemed like they sat all day and then served them. The coleslaw was warm and tasteless. My husband had the beef pie and it was like soup. The salad was mankey. We were so disappointed. Find some place else to eat.

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  20. SpencerI

    Detroit

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    My recent visit to Elephant and Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave left me with mixed feelings, but overall, it was a pleasant dining experience worthy of a solid 4 stars. The atmosphere of the restaurant was inviting, and the service was prompt and efficient. Making reservations was a breeze, and they managed to get us out in time for the show we were attending across the street, which was a huge plus for our evening plans. The food, for the most part, was excellent. My main course, the Shepherd's pie, was delicious and satisfying. The rich flavors and hearty portions made it a standout dish. Additionally, the Starter of Pretzel Bites, ordered without bacon, was a delightful choice. The pretzels were perfectly baked and accompanied by a tasty dipping sauce, making it a great start to our meal. However, I must admit that I encountered a slight hiccup during the dining experience. While enjoying my side salad, I stumbled upon what appeared to be a piece of mystery meat that resembled a strip of bacon. As a non-bacon eater, this was disconcerting and put a damper on an otherwise enjoyable meal. It was a bit disappointing to encounter such an oversight, and it raised some concerns about their attention to dietary preferences. In conclusion, Elephant and Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave provides a good dining experience with delicious offerings on their menu. While the mystery meat incident was a minor setback, tasty main courses, and accommodating attitude toward modifications are commendable. I would recommend this place for a casual and satisfying meal, just be sure to double-check your orders for any dietary preferences.

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  21. ChristineM

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great value. Nice meals and drinks for sensible price. Loved the feta and tomato starter.

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  22. JayS

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Girl at the reception seemed bit unwelcoming but our server Sarah was great.

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  23. kktaylor

    Chicago

    149 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    149 reviews

    Dined on July 5, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience2
    The service at this restaurant is excellent. The food is mediocre. We ordered the fish and chips. It was edible, but fishy tasting. Probably frozen. The wide part is the blaring music. Why do some restaurants think diners want loud music!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good food, excellent service. Hubs had the fish & chips and the fish was a huge filet. Shepherds pie was delish and the noble "house" salad was AMAZING. Definitely would go back. Service was excellent. The only not great part was where we were seated. We were at a table by the window in the evening and the streetlight was shining down on us during the meal.

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  25. VickiM

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    pleasant, efficient service. Our wait staff were very nice and respected our group's need for speed so we could get to our theater performance. good menu selection. Our party of four ate well and were pleased with the atmosphere and convenience to theaters.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Servers Seemed very disorganized and were not aware of the menu specifics. Not as pleasant experience as we’ve previously had

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  27. AnitaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it. We were a small group of six celebrating our doctoral advisor. Because everybody was here for a conference our meeting was for post lunch dessert and drinks. We had varying arrival times, and food needs. E&C was the perfect place for our reunion as it was next to our next venue American Writers Museum. The reception staff were super friendly, and took care of us extraordinarily well. They gave us the quiet spot I’d requested in my booking. The booth was perfect for enjoying a view of the busy city, chatting as a group or smaller, and photos. Our server Sarah deserves special mention. She provided unforgettable service and captured great memories for us with a genuine warm smile on her face and omg, I love love love the digital expertise and care with which she took our photos. She didn’t forget our table either, complicated as it was by three of my friends coming at different times. We thought the bread pudding was out of this world, enjoyed bitters, Guinness (not always available) and bruschetta etc. I had luggage as well and while leaving I forgot my precious beanie baby but the reception staff didn’t miss a beat. They made sure I got Poet back. Thank you E&C at Wabash and Michigan in Chicago. You rock.

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  28. Shelli

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    We were greeted immediately by a very friendly server. The food was great and very reasonably priced.

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  29. KimberlyH

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    The food was ok. Asked for a booth and many empty, but seated at a table.

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  30. MichaelR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service. Not rushed. Food well prepared. PubGrub menu with American standard fare added.

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  31. IrishWomanInTheUS

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Those pies are amazing. And they have cider. Lovely place, lovely staff.

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  32. YevhenZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 12, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience4
    Burger was a bit cold and the bacon was slightly hard. Everything else was great

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  33. Gary

    Minneapolis

    15 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    Perhaps the server was new and everyone has a learning curve but this was our worst restaurant experience in years. Slow to take order, then one entree of four was brought out and no others for over 5 minutes. After saying that that the additional soup offered as cost add on to entree was fine, came out quite a long time later and said no, there was only one soup option. Then finally the other three entrees came out piecemeal over three minutes except the whole soup debacle led to the desired entree being cancelled and a large salad substituted. It then took almost ten minutes to get corrected entree. And finally no table clean up or bill for a long time so we all stood up and that got their attention. Then they brought out the wrong bill. When finally paid I had to ask for a receipt. Terrible

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  34. MargaretS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 6, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Food is good and interesting but as the evening goes on, it gets pretty loud in there. Lots of hard wood so sound bounces around alot.

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  35. JoeM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was very attentive. Food was tasty. Beer was cold.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good English pub! Nice decor and food is good. Good place to go to get a taste of England. Not to expensive but food doesn’t lack quality.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Had a great time. Mei was a fantastic server and the food was well prepared.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was delicious and the staff was great! It’s a great place to go before a play or concert nearby.

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  39. Amiesworld

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was friendly, the food was delicious, and the drinks were amazing! Great prices too

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  40. Jay28

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My group ordered the wings and fried pickles as appetizers and both were good. We also tried the flatbread with chicken, fish tacos, and the fish and chips and it was good as well. Came back after our show to get bread pudding to go and that was outstanding! Great place for a bite to eat with friends.

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FAQs

Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave. does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave. also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 345-1710.

Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave. is rated 4.4 stars by 594 OpenTable diners.

Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave. does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Elephant & Castle - Chicago Wabash Ave.

185 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lake St and Wabash Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Lakeshore East
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–1:00 am Fri 11:00 am–2:00 am Sat 9:00 am–2:00 am Sun 9:00 am–1:00 am
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking Garages available in 1-block radius. Pay to street park also available.
  • Public transit
    State & Lake: Brown, Green, Orange, Pink & Purple LinesLake: Red LineWashington/Wabash: Brown, Green, Orange, Pink & Purple Lines
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 345-1710
  • Private party facilities
    If you are looking for a place surrounded by Chicago’s historical charm, E&C Wabash is the place for you. Need an extra layer of privacy? Our private room is located downstairs on its own level for a completely private experience separate from our restaurant. The room can hold 60 people and includes a bar, 2 tv's, wifi, and additional AV options.
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