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River North · American · $$

Bub City

4.54,387 reviews ·Opentil 1AM tonight
We also returned just before heading to the airport for returning to LA and got their All-American Burger and more of the delectably delicious Mac N Cheese
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Bub City — dependable River North american known for the Brisket. Always packed, always worth it. "The cheese is melty, the brisket tender, and the toast soft yet crispy" — -b [$$, patio]

☀️Patio — a River North classic in summer.

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435 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
River North
Today11AM-1AM
Sun–Tue11AM-1AM
Wed–Sat11AM-2AM
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Review photo by Catherine Oliver
Feb 2026

The cornbread is 🔥

Catherine Oliver

Catherine Oliver

2 reviews on Google

Review photo by Amber Crane
Jan 2026

My husband and I just stumbled across this place and it was awesome. Great atmosphere, he loved his brisket and my burger we both agreed was one of the best burgers we have ever had (The Cali burger). Our waiter was so nice and super helpful. We are only here for five days but we will definitely be back before we go home.

Amber Crane

Amber Crane

34 reviews on Google

Review photo by Palm life
Jan 2026

Exceptional service by friendly staff, food is outstanding. Drinks were also very delicious. The bartender was very nice and gave us a complementary drink on him as well for the playoff game, which the Bears ended up winning, which was even better!!! Live music was also a hit!!

Palm life

Palm life

150 reviews on Google

Review photo by Hazel Joyce
Dec 2025

We had fun in this place! I like the drinks and the food. The crew members are very approachable. We stayed at the bar table, so it’s easy for us to order drinks. However, many tables are available aside from the bar.

Hazel Joyce

Hazel Joyce

41 reviews on Google

Review photo by Cameron Garber, DPT
Dec 2025

Delicious! Ribs, wings, and Mac n cheese were all amazing! Delicious food and fun atmosphere. The brisket was so good. Perfect blend of lean and full flavored cuts. The Mac n cheese was a great side too. Sits like a brick...just like it should!

Cameron Garber, DPT

Cameron Garber, DPT

215 reviews on Google

Review photo by Dupe Aro
Feb 2026

DJ was the most attentive and gracious server. His recommendations were all hits! I substituted the fries for brussel sprouts because I needed a veggie with the large portions. Delicious!

Dupe Aro

Dupe Aro

28 reviews on Google

Review photo by Amanda Ward
Jan 2026

We’re from Michigan. Here’s for dance. Great dinner. Live music was cool. Good food. Only downside was slow service.

Amanda Ward

Amanda Ward

117 reviews on Google

Review photo by Sonnette Griffith
Jan 2026

Good live music, food and nice staff.

Sonnette Griffith

Sonnette Griffith

101 reviews on Google

Review photo by James Warren
Dec 2025

Fun bar with decent food!

James Warren

James Warren

198 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

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tannor fromm

tannor fromm

3 reviews on Google

Jul 2026

Jennah was great on the patio! Thanks so much!

Vivian De Jesus

Vivian De Jesus

1 reviews on Google

Feb 2026

The Bub team did an incredible job hosting us for the Super Bowl. Everyone was really on top of it and there were no issues with being able to watch the game. Our out of town family was impressed and we were so happy to have such a great place to share with them. Jeffrey was so enthusiastic and hospitable. Thanks from Elizabeth at RPM Italian!

Alex Moss

Alex Moss

7 reviews on Google

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