Cardozo's Pub

“Super fun place! I don’t live in Chicago but if I did that would be my regular go to bar. Kathy was...”

Hand “Man” Toot

Nov 2024

“Huge portions, amazing food, and great atmosphere.”

Huge portions, amazing food, and great atmosphere. Mac and cheese bites were so delicious 😋 I recommend them to anyone! The bartender was very polite and nice as well.

Spencer Kaup

Oct 2024

“Love this place. Great drinks, great atmosphere and an even better staff. Literally a hole in the...”

Love this place. Great drinks, great atmosphere and an even better staff. Literally a hole in the ground but a great place to hide

Chris Schuck

Sep 2023

“Solid spot for some food and drinks.”

Solid spot for some food and drinks. Good prices for the loop. Check it out!

Jd Wahrman

Mar 2023

“Merry Christmas from San Antonio.”

Merry Christmas from San Antonio! Kayla took exceptional care of us on our tenth anniversary trip recently. We were at the bar every morning at 11 for drinks and an early lunch, and wound up at Cardozo’s for happy hour several times. The food is exceptional and it’s pretty cheap to drink there, considering the neighborhood. The mix of folks at the bar is eclectic and a lot of fun, and nobody left thirsty. Kayla even gave us a little gift that resides on our back patio. I can’t imagine going to Chicago again without a visit to Cardozo’s.

Jack Albrecht

Dec 2022

“Legendary. Terrific pub fare and beverages in a unique, underground location served by friendly,...”

Legendary. Terrific pub fare and beverages in a unique, underground location served by friendly, professional staff.

Michael Mach

Oct 2019

“Surprisingly pricey pub food.”

Surprisingly pricey pub food. The food was just food, not great, not terrible. Thought at least for the low quality of food, it wouldn't be so much money but for the fish & chips, Parmesan chicken sandwich, and 2 Coronas we paid nearly $65. The waffle fries were good, if I come back I'd get those again.

Charlene R

Oct 2024

“A nice basement bar with an old school atmosphere.”

A nice basement bar with an old school atmosphere. Awesome service. The beer prices were a bit higher than average which didn't make sense given the "old-school" atmosphere. Also there was a 3% "Admin Surcharge" and a mandatory 20% gratuity which I would have no problem with if we were eating but 23% on a $9 pint is absolutely wrong. I'm sad that I'm priced out of this place.

Jim Silverstein

Jun 2024

“Closed on weekends but conveniently located in the loop for a happy hour stop.”

Closed on weekends but conveniently located in the loop for a happy hour stop. Nothing special but it's nice to go somewhere different now & then.

Lily A

Oct 2018

“It's a basement downtown dove bar and makes no frills about, so a pretty good time imho.”

Jose Requena

Jan 2026

“I love a no frills underground pub.”

Michelle Moore

Dec 2025

“Great local pub. Friendly staff (especially Kaelyn!). Good food, good times, good drinks”

A Backus

Oct 2025