Bub City

A little slice of Nashville in the heart of River North Chicago. BBQ, bourbon and live country music.

8 / 10
702
ratings
  • Phone

    (312) 610-4200

  • Website

    bub-city.com

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  • Type

    BBQ Joint

Address

435 N Clark St (btwn Illinois & Hubbard St) Chicago , IL 60654 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Music Live Music
Restroom Yes
Menus Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 132


Keywords:

barbecue whiskey Southern food nashville live music good for groups giddy up fries karaoke ribs fried chicken brisket happy hour sandwiches great value brunch food casual chocolate peanut butter pie cute infused vodka tater tots
Madeline Gullett

Not sure if the frozen margarita was the Mexican firing squad , but either way it was super yummy and strong! Had so much fun going to this cute bar with my friends

Eater

Get your fill of ribs , brisket , pulled pork , fried chicken , and other classics at Bub City. If that doesn’t suit you, try one of the many sandwiches , Texas hot link , shrimp po’ boy and lobster roll .

Erik Rowley

Taco Tuesday is when to come, braised pork tacos and a Back Porch Tea hits the spot! Also live band karaoke is all the rave on Tues nights.

Allison Kaminski

If you like BBQ and country music definitely check it out! Ps don't be afraid of the ladies bathroom attendant

Chicago Tribune

Bub City gives beef its much-deserved time in the spotlight with its zesty chipotle-brisket mac and cheese . Rich, creamy sauce is blended with a chipotle puree to give this mac an extra kick. Read more

Lettuce Entertain You

It pays to belong at Bub City! Earn points on every purchase toward meals, trips & wine . Ask your server about the Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Club. Read more

Ashley Martens

BBQ Pulled Pork sandwich was delicious! Add the Memphis BBQ sauce for a touch of heat. If you saved any room for dessert , order the chocolate peanut butter pie , it's to die for!

Luke Stanley

Nachos with beef brisket , superb to share between 3-4 before getting into a tasty burger ????

Andy

Avoid the eight hour drive and Broadway Nashville hotel charges and visit Bub City instead. Enjoy the extensive whiskey selection , BBQ cuisine and Dixie soundtrack in the heart of River North.

TV Food Maps

Check out Bub City as it was featured on Bite This with Nadia G for Great American BBQ food! They make their own hot dogs for their own twist on the chicago dog Read more

Jay Eagleson

Excellent bbq , whiskey , and beer . The bar plays country music & there are live shows often with some big name acts on occasion.

Jeewant Kaushal

A hidden BBQ gem in the heart of the Chicago's River North neighborhood ! Their Nashville hot chicken was amazing!

Dana Danielle

Thursday night they have live music ! Make sure to get there early. The fried pickles are a great app, but everything on the menu is delicious!

Nick Danyluk

You have to try the Giddy Up Fries (Waffle fries loaded up with bbq pulled pork , peppers , cheese )! :)

Rishad Tobaccowala

The hamburger is terrific. Shareably big. The smoke of the day drink which is always a surprise is a great cocktail .

hooeyspewer .

Wednesdays are Whiskey Wednesdays - special on Whiskey tasting flights. The wings here are excellent.

Jessica Prassel

Call ahead and make a reservation otherwise you may wait a long time. Great food and great music are why this restaurant is such a hot spot.

Steven Ankeny

The menu here is simple and great. I would eat here all the time if I lived in chicago. The atmosphere is wonderful and staff great.

Karen W

Had the breakfast taco - very good. My husband had the biscuits and gravy- huge biscuits - one would have been enough.

Mark Turner

Atmosphere and drinks were outstanding. Great vibe. However, if your looking for great BBQ you can find better in the city .

Anupama Chandwani

Great music (very loud ) but loved it. Good service & good food/drinks. Awesome scotch collection!!

~b .

their chili is one of the best I've ever had! ask for jacque, natalie, or selina behind the bar !

Sofia Papastamelos

Cool place for a beer and live music . Band was all country so most of the crowd didn't know the songs.

Emilio C

The Nashville hot chicken tenders are great! Awesome sauce and glaze.

Time Out Chicago

The Mexican Firing Squad at Bub City is one of the 100 best things we ate this year. http://tmout.us/rLOtk Read more

Kirstjen Lorenz

Best fried chicken in town . Pretty good old fashioned, too, especially if you like them strong.

Angie Osmanski

Great place for live music , 90% are good bands. Great whiskey drinks too

Michelle Mirzoian

Seriously the best Bloody Mary Bar I have had in a long time. The bacon infused vodka was worth every penny!

Blake Suhar

Live music + moderately priced drinks = fun any night of the week!

Garlanda Freeze-Puzio

Definitely make a reservation . Well worth wait. St. Louis ribs w/ KC Sweet Sauce finger lickin good!

Sue Merz Grone

Totally amazing. Green Line on tap , Some of the best fried chicken I've ever had. Enough for two.

Ashley White

Great food, atmosphere and live music ! Ladies be prepared for the surprise in the bathroom ! Lol

Jessica Toliuszis

Excellent live music venue

L K

Great BBQ rib tips ! And good American whiskey selection .

Darius Perry

BBQ is amazing, drinks are strong, and a great happy hour

Neal Pickle

The ribs are good for not being made in Texas. Apps are plentiful. Lone Star beer . Do it!

Bill Tobin

Hot Nashville chicken sandwich hit the spot. Great atmosphere.

~b .

the 'north to alaska' is the BEST frozen whiskey drink I've ever had! ONE of them will set you straight!

Jason Gardner

$8 Buck Cluck! Try the Giddy Up Fries !

zfels

Karaoke with a live band ! (And backup singers , which you might need.)

Stacy Bo Bacy

Different $5 drink specials each night Sunday to Friday, 3 to 6pm.

Rishad Tobaccowala

Waffle fries appetizer . Waffle fries on the side. Did I say waffle fries ?

Ryan O'Toole

Great music , atmosphere, and service. Excellent whiskey selection .

jerome knapp

Brussels sprouts taste better than the chips with egg , but they can't beat the presentation.

Magdalena Castañeda

Highly recommend reservations !!! Waited 2hrs for a table... Other than that friendly staff and food is good.

Christian Tafoya

Try a little bit of everything. Pulled chicken was awesome.

Claire McKinney

You have to get the giddy up fries ! Also their Tuesday karaoke nights are a blast!

Jason Tennenbaum

As a native Texan the food was hard to match. Fried chicken was decent but the buttermilk takes it. Most other dishes are not close to anything Texan. BBQ is better than others in the city though.

Robert Gomez

I think my experience is all based on the server who we had who let the Hostesses yell at him and our guests.

Antonio Burrowes

One of the best old fashion's I have had in a while

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