Poor Phil's Chicago
Poor Phil's Chicago Information
Quick Facts
- Poor Phil's Chicago is the casual Chicago bar next to the Carleton Hotel Chicago.
- Along with a full bar, Poor Phil's Shell Bar in Chicago is also a top Chicago seafood restaurant.
- This top Chicago bar and grill closes at Midnight on the weekends.
Info
Location:
139 South Marion Street
Oak Park, IL 60302
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Phone:
708.848.0871
Nearest Transit:
Harlem (Green)
Hours of Operation:
Mon.- Thurs. & Sun., 11am- 11pm. Fri.- Sat. 11am- 12am
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Hotels near Poor Phil's Chicago
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Carleton Oak Park
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Write Inn Hotel
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Poor Phil's Chicago
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Oak Park Bar Near the Carleton Serves Cold Beer and Seafood
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Summary
Features: One of the best Chicago bars for beer-lovers in the Windy City, Poor Phil's Chicago features a huge craft beer menu, and has well over a dozen taps behind the bar. Located next to the popular Carleton Hotel in Oak Park, Poor Phil's Bar Chicago also serves a quality Chicago seafood menu that specializes in fried Ocean fare. Enjoy good food, cold beer and a great crowd at Poor Phil's Chicago Bar.
Why We Go: The casual atmosphere at Poor Phil's Chicago combines the relaxed vibe of a dive bar, with some of the best seafood in Chicago.
- Chicago Beer Menu: Poor Phil's Chicago beer menu consists of some of the best craft beers in Chicago. Sample hard-to-find local beers, or dip in to their extensive imported bottle list, which includes global brews from Belgium, Ireland, and Germany. Or embrace the hipster vibe at this top Chicago bar with a 16 oz. can of Pabst ($3.75) - whatever you're feeling.
- Great Food: While Chicago seafood is a specialty at the Poor Phil's Bar Chicago, other great American menu items include their classic Po' Boy sandwiches, Chicago burgers, and hot and cold Chicago sandwiches.
- Happy Hour: Happy hour at Poor Phil's Chicago features some of the best Chicago beer specials in Oak Park, and offers 50-cent Chicago oysters and shrimp.
Inside Knowledge: Feeling risky? We know you are. Order one of the famous Oyster Shooters at Poor Phil's Chicago Bar for a shot that's one part seafood, one part alcohol, and all parts ... interesting.
Do's and Don'ts:
- Do Check the ABV: ABV stands for alcohol by volume, which is prominently featured next to every beer on the Poor Phil's drink menu. That way, Poor Phil's Chicago patrons can keep track of how strong their beer is.
- Do Try the Food: The perfect compliment to a cold draught beer with hops, you can find some of the best Chicago seafood at Poor Phil's Shell Bar Chicago. We recommend their popular Fish and Chips plate.
- Don't Order the Ordinary: With so many great Chicago craft beers to choose from at Poor Phil's Bar Chicago, it is frowned upon to order a Bud - or worse - a Bud Light at Poor Phil's Chicago. (No offense to the King of Beers, of course.)
- Don't Miss the Music: The music at this popular Chicago bar in Oak Park adds to the all-around laid-back vibe, from Indie favorites to local artists and Jazz mainstays, so you can impress a date by dropping some obscure music knowledge at Poor Phil's Chicago.
Venue Amenities
- Bar Food
- Full Bar
- Happy Hour
- Near Public Transit
- Outdoor Seating
- Premier Location
- Small Atmosphere
- Specialty Beers on Tap




