Poag Mahone's
3.8
from - Neighborhood: Loop
- 333 S. Wells St.
- Chicago, IL 60604
- 312-566-9100
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
The name of this Irish pub, located on the ground floor of Daniel Burnham's Insurance Exchange Building, means "kiss my ass" in Gaelic. The interior aims for that classic pub feel with a turn-of-the-century bar that has plenty of Harp, Guinness, and Smithwick pouring from it. Originally opened in 2004 as an upscale steakhouse, owners quickly made changes, paring back the ambitious menu in favor of more traditional bar fare. As it turned out, less was more: The huge 9-ounce burgers have gained a national rep as among the best in the country. New management also sped up service to please that always in-a-rush Board of Trade crowd, who crowd the spot for lunch and postwork gatherings. The menu features other favorites like wings, nachos and mini burgers, but also includes salads, sandwiches and freshly carved turkey.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Jackson Boulevard and Wells Street.
- Parking:
- Paid Lot and Street Parking Difficult
- Public Transportation:
- Red Line Train: Jackson. Brown Line Train: Quincy. Blue Line Train: Jackson. Purple Line Train: Quincy. Metra Train: Union Station.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Friday; closed Saturday and Sunday.
- Cuisine:
- British, Burgers, Irish, Scottish, and Steaks
- Meals Served:
- Dessert, Dinner, and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. For parties of six or more.
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Bar Style:
- Irish
- Audience:
- Adults / 18+
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Theme. Old Chicago Irish Saloon/Pub.
- ATM:
- Just outside the building.
- Live Music:
- No
- Features:
- Catering, Free Admission, and On-site Merchandise. In-house. No dancing. T-shirts and hats. No buffet.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Semi-private
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. For 35
- Seating :
- For 225
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"No Carry Out"
By Shery LaRue from Loop, February 5, 2009
First visit to Poag Mahone's, rude server and dry burger. Thought I'd give it 1 more try - no carry out over lunch - not even a bowl of chili. Sh...
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"Monday Poag's Burger Crewe "
By El Panson from loop, September 27, 2008
One of the best burgers in Chicago for $2.50 on Monday has attracted a diverse (and definitely not boring) group of burger and beer folks, with adu...
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"Boaring"
By Bigmoney from South Loop, August 2, 2008
I like this place...I really do... I can't really say much more. Oh yeah its boring!
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