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Emerald Loop Bar and Grill, Chicago, IL

Emerald Loop Bar and Grill

4.6 (1072)
$30 and under
American
216 N Wabash, Chicago, IL 60601

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Located in the Loop in the historic 35 East Wacker Drive Building. The fare is traditional Irish and American favorites. Serving Lunch & Dinner - indoor & outdoor seating available (max 6 guests per table)

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Irish
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Marco Lopez
  • Private party facilities
    https://emeraldloop.com/private-events-2/
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross street
    Upper Wacker Drive
  • Parking details
    Street parking metered.
  • Public transit
    CTA bus (134, 135, 136, 145, 146), Red Line train (State & Lake), Brown Line train (State & Lake), Green Line train (State & Lake), Purple Line train (State & Lake), Orange Line train (State & Lake), Pink Line train (State & Lake), Metra train (Millennium station), Cabs plentiful
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,072 people are saying

Emerald Loop Bar and Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Emerald Loop Bar and Grill is celebrated for its "amazing food" and "cozy seating," making it a top spot for a casual night out in the Loop. The friendly staff and lively atmosphere enhance its appeal, while its "great Irish fare" and drink selection cater to diverse tastes.
1,072 Reviews
  1. Cristi

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Ambiance was cute, the food was very well priced, and so delicious! We got the fish and chips, a burger, and a pretzel to start and all were delicious. Very unassuming food, but delicious taste! The service was fast and attentive, and we had no issues making our show time! Definitely would recommend for a casual dinner out

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  2. Robert

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff, good service. Great pregame spot before a show.

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  3. Dustin VIP

    Alabama2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, great prices, and cozy seating. 10/10

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  4. Todd

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good food, nice people, great vibe and outstanding Guinness 😀

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  5. Ray

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for drinks with friends and had a great time! The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, with friendly staff and plenty of space to relax. Their drink selection was solid, and the food was amazing—definitely coming back to try it next time. Perfect spot in the Loop for a casual night out.

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  6. Andrew VIP

    Chicago / Illinois111 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great time enjoying fish and chips and Shepard pie. Good Irish fare. Friendly staff.

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  7. Felicia

    Chicago / Illinois33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Perfect choice for St. Patrick's Day in the Loop! Delish food!

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  8. John VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food in a great environment! Great place to celebrate St Patrick’s Day!

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  9. Dana

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    If it wasn’t for our amazing server being so kind to us, we would’ve left and went somewhere else. We had reservations at opening time for Sunday brunch but when we arrived we got a very limited paper menu that had only 1 breakfast item. Our server was also confused about why the kitchen was refusing to do brunch as advertised. It was even advertised on the paper placemat. They wouldn’t even do a grilled cheese for a kid, only what was on the menu. No flexibility. Our amazing beautiful hearted server was also being treated badly by her coworkers even though she was in the right. Won’t be going back.

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  10. Alyssa

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good Irish fare and cozy atmosphere. Service was attentive and swift. I’d definitely come back

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FAQs

Emerald Loop Bar and Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 263-0200 ext. 0.

Emerald Loop Bar and Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 1072 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Emerald Loop Bar and Grill

216 N Wabash, Chicago, IL 60601

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Upper Wacker Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Irish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking metered.
  • Public transit
    CTA bus (134, 135, 136, 145, 146), Red Line train (State & Lake), Brown Line train (State & Lake), Green Line train (State & Lake), Purple Line train (State & Lake), Orange Line train (State & Lake), Pink Line train (State & Lake), Metra train (Millennium station), Cabs plentiful
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Marco Lopez
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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