Pleasant House Pub

Name: Pleasant House Pub
Address: 2119 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608, Chicago, IL, 60608.0, US
Telephone: +1 773-523-7437
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.7

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About

Pleasant House Pub — top-tier pub grub in Chinatown. Classic neighborhood feel, nothing here chasing trends. There's imagination in the cooking here.

Experience Breakdown

🍴Food

5.0

👥Service

5.0

✨Ambiance

5.0

💬Sentiment

4.9

Richard Wyatt74

160 reviews

Highlights

CozyOld SchoolFamily FriendlyOutdoor DiningQuick BiteGreat For GroupsInstagram WorthyBrunchFast ServiceNeighborhood Institution

What Diners Are Saying

Diners loved

Creative/unique menuCozy, intimate spaceAuthentic flavorsPatio/outdoor seating

Clean record

No recurring complaints found across reviews.

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Location

2119 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608

What 1,572+ diners say about Pleasant House Pub

One of the best meals I’ve ever had. Scotch egg and the steak pie both looked too good to eat and tasted out of this world. The rarebit was super good too. Our was great and friendly and the environment is so comfy and cute. 10/10!

“Had a very nice quiet lunch here.”

Had a very nice quiet lunch here. Food was tasty and staff was friendly.

Jay Martinez

Oct 2025

“Gorgeous space (perfect for curling up during non-peak hours) for a light read.”

Gorgeous space (perfect for curling up during non-peak hours) for a light read. Then there’s the delectable (vegetarian) pie offerings — I got the pumpkin mole seasonal special and have zero regrets.

Rikki Tan

Oct 2025

“Came in for late lunch after a random Google search for “food” and couldn’t be more happy with the decision.”

Came in for late lunch after a random Google search for “food” and couldn’t be more happy with the decision. Baretender provided great recommendations. Vibe is laid back and relaxed. Never felt rushed or unwelcomed. Had the chicken balti, steak and ale pie, scotch egg and sticky toffee pudding.

Shannon Mezak

Sep 2025

“The atmosphere here is absolutely wonderful and immediately gives off the charm of a cozy English...”

The atmosphere here is absolutely wonderful and immediately gives off the charm of a cozy English pub, making it feel warm and inviting from the moment you step in. The service is just as impressive—our server was attentive, friendly, and made sure we never felt ignored or waiting for too long. But the true highlight is the food—absolutely phenomenal. This spot nails a Chicago-inspired twist on the classic English gastropub, offering savory pies that are rich, hearty, and bursting with flavor. The menu itself is unique and creative, with so many standout options that it’s hard to choose, and honestly, you can’t go wrong no matter what you order. A must-visit for anyone looking for comfort food done with flair.

Lucas Brown

Aug 2025

“Delicious British food, great service, excellent tap list.”

Delicious British food, great service, excellent tap list. Steak and ale pie, bangers and mash, scotch egg were all excellent. The scottish ale is creamy and perfectly poured.

Jeremy Wenisch

Aug 2025

“Totally wonderful Chicago version of a classic English gastropub with terrific savory pies.”

Totally wonderful Chicago version of a classic English gastropub with terrific savory pies. I had the chicken balti pie crowned with mashed potatoes and gravy, which hit every spot. Service was good, decor was great, and they had cask-conditioned real ale too. Can't wait to go back!

Josh Friedman

May 2025

“Some of the best fish and chips I've had in Chicago - incredible crunch on the breading of the...”

Some of the best fish and chips I've had in Chicago - incredible crunch on the breading of the fish, and the added curry sauce on the thick-cut chips were delicious. The great flavors were consistent across each dish. They also had a good Pimm's Cup, which is a tough find in Chicago.

Lu De

Apr 2025

“Amazing. Very soft sausage with gravy and mashed potatoes.. super fresh salad. Great flavorful...”

John E

Apr 2025

“This place is lovely.”

This place is lovely. I’ve been wanting to go for years and recently my sister and brother in law came from Wales so this was the perfect time. Food is excellent, I had the full English and it was spot on. Only thing missing was fried bread and the black pudding could have been bigger. The freshly brewed tea was delicious. My brother in law got the steak and ale pie with the mashed topper and he loved it. Wife Had the croque madame and she loved it. The other guests had French toast and they also loved their food. Definitely going back.

Richard Wyatt74

Mar 2025

“Classic pub fare in a wonderfully cozy space, especially in the patio area.”

Classic pub fare in a wonderfully cozy space, especially in the patio area. The curry chips are well spiced, the Scotch eggs delightfully runny and crispy, and the steak pot pie is pure comfort with its buttery, crisp crust and hearty beef filling. A satisfying and heartwarming meal.

Bill

Nov 2024

“The atmosphere here is wonderful, and just screams cozy English pub.”

The atmosphere here is wonderful, and just screams cozy English pub. Our server was also great tonight and we never felt ignored or left wanting. But the food, god damn the food here is amazing. We split a scotch egg and curry wurst with the table, and both had great flavor. My only critique would be I wish there was more sauce on the fries. We finished with the Steak and Ale pie, crowned with mash and gravy, and it was just divine. Love that they have a beer selection from the UK as well. Can't wait to come back again.