Elephant & Castle
Experience a classic Chicago pub with a 4.3-star rating. Enjoy a warm atmosphere, outdoor seating, and cocktails. Perfect for groups. Discover your new favorite spot.
Chain with a British pub feel serving beers on tap & classic fare, such as fish ’n’ chips.
About Elephant & Castle
Located in the heart of Chicago, this establishment offers a distinct dining experience with a 4.3 out of 5-star rating from over 2,700 reviews. Diners appreciate the classic Irish and British pub ambiance, complete with warm wooden furnishings and a welcoming atmosphere that can feel like a cozy sports bar with matches on television. The generous seating, both indoors and outdoors, makes it a comfortable choice for any occasion. With a moderate $$ price range, it provides a satisfying meal where prompt service is a consistent highlight. This spot is well-suited for groups and offers reservable seating, ensuring a smooth experience for your visit.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Elephant &
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
I went there on a weekend for lunch, and the place was fairly empty. They were huge seating area indoors as well as a fairly large amount of seat outdoors. My first impression looking at how empty the place was maybe that the food wasn’t good, but I was proven wrong. The place has very classic irish and British pub vibe with wooden furniture. They had some soccer matches going on the television above the bar, giving it a bit of a sports bar vibe. The service was prompt. I got the Sunday roast, and it was actually very good. The Yorkshire pudding was light and fluffy. The mashed potatoes were seasoned well. The beans were just meh but I didn’t care much. The beef was thinly slice, but not dry and the gravy had a lot of flavour. Also, it was fairly expensive. I think more people should be visiting this restaurant because the food is pretty good. Fish and chips were great. Portion was a little small on the fish. But they give option for 2nd filet. Beer selection was good and nicely chilled. Had a Boddingtons which I haven’t been able to get in a while. Bartender was fantastic keeping my water filled. Overall, it’s a decent place for a drink or a casual hangout, especially with the friendly service and nice vibe. But if you’re going for the food, you might want to look elsewhere. the food was a letdown. It didn’t taste fresh at all, and much of it gave the impression of being reheated from frozen. The texture and flavor just weren’t there, and it lacked the quality you'd hope for in a dine-in experience. It’s disappointing when a meal feels more like something out of a microwave than a kitchen.
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Recent Reviews
Suman H.
July 20, 2025
I went there on a weekend for lunch, and the place was fairly empty. They were huge seating area indoors as well as a fairly large amount of seat outdoors. My first impression looking at how empty the place was maybe that the food wasn’t good, but I was proven wrong. The place has very classic irish and British pub vibe with wooden furniture. They had some soccer matches going on the television above the bar, giving it a bit of a sports bar vibe. The service was prompt. I got the Sunday roast, and it was actually very good. The Yorkshire pudding was light and fluffy. The mashed potatoes were seasoned well. The beans were just meh but I didn’t care much. The beef was thinly slice, but not dry and the gravy had a lot of flavour. Also, it was fairly expensive. I think more people should be visiting this restaurant because the food is pretty good.
Dan G.
September 30, 2025
Fish and chips were great. Portion was a little small on the fish. But they give option for 2nd filet. Beer selection was good and nicely chilled. Had a Boddingtons which I haven’t been able to get in a while. Bartender was fantastic keeping my water filled.
G E.
July 14, 2025
Overall, it’s a decent place for a drink or a casual hangout, especially with the friendly service and nice vibe. But if you’re going for the food, you might want to look elsewhere. the food was a letdown. It didn’t taste fresh at all, and much of it gave the impression of being reheated from frozen. The texture and flavor just weren’t there, and it lacked the quality you'd hope for in a dine-in experience. It’s disappointing when a meal feels more like something out of a microwave than a kitchen.
Lucas W.
August 18, 2025
The food was great and really well prepared. The staff gave some really good recommendations that we ended up loving. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. Overall, a really nice spot to eat.
Kalina
July 5, 2025
Can’t comment on the English food but I got the butter chicken and it was incredible for an English pub. Both drinks were reasonably priced and delicious. I also got a tasty cheesecake as well. It was very loud inside to the point I couldn’t hear anything the server was saying but then I was sat outside and that was enjoyable.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Elephant & special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
Parking
Accessibility
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