FAQs
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From grabbing a drink before The Second City to meeting up after North Avenue Beach, here’s everything you need to know about Corcoran’s Grill & Pub in Old Town Chicago.
Can I host a private party or event at Corcoran’s?
Yes. Corcoran’s offers private event options in Old Town Chicago for birthdays, corporate gatherings, celebrations and other group events. Our team can help coordinate food, drinks and space based on the size and style of your event.
Does Corcoran’s have a beer garden?
Yes. Corcoran’s features an outdoor beer garden and patio areas, giving guests an outdoor option for drinks, lunch, dinner and gatherings during Chicago’s patio season.
Does Corcoran’s have outdoor dining in Old Town?
Yes. Corcoran’s offers outdoor dining and patio seating in the heart of Old Town. During Chicago’s warmer months, our outdoor spaces are a popular place to enjoy food, beer and cocktails along Wells Street.
How do I get to Corcoran’s using public transportation?
Corcoran’s is easily accessible by public transportation. The CTA Sedgwick Brown and Purple Line station is nearby, and several CTA bus routes serve the Old Town and North Avenue area. From the Sedgwick station, Corcoran’s is a short walk toward Wells Street.
Is Corcoran’s a good bar near North Avenue Beach?
Yes. Corcoran’s is located in Old Town just west of Lincoln Park and North Avenue Beach, making it a convenient neighborhood bar to visit after spending the day at the lakefront.
Is Corcoran’s a good place to start a night out in Old Town?
Absolutely. Located on Wells Street in the heart of Old Town, Corcoran’s puts you within walking distance of comedy clubs, restaurants, bars and neighborhood attractions. Stop in for dinner and drinks before exploring Old Town or make Corcoran’s your meeting point for the night.
Is Corcoran’s a good place to watch sports in Old Town?
Yes. Corcoran’s is a lively neighborhood pub with TVs for watching sports while enjoying food and drinks. It’s a popular option for meeting friends, catching a game and spending an afternoon or evening in Old Town.
Is Corcoran’s an Irish pub?
Yes. Corcoran’s is an Irish bar and grill in Old Town Chicago serving a mix of Irish favorites and American pub food along with Guinness, draft beer, cocktails and other beverages.
Is Corcoran’s close to Zanies Comedy Club?
Yes. Corcoran’s is about a block from Zanies Comedy Club on Wells Street. Our central Old Town location makes us a convenient stop before or after a comedy show at either Zanies or Second City.
Is Corcoran’s good for groups?
Yes. Corcoran’s works well for groups, celebrations, sports outings, beach groups and pre- or post-show gatherings. For larger groups or special occasions, we recommend contacting us ahead of time to discuss reservations or event options.
Is Corcoran’s near The Second City?
Yes. Corcoran’s is directly across the street from The Second City, making us a convenient place to grab food and drinks before a comedy show or keep the night going afterward.
Is Corcoran’s open for lunch in Old Town?
Yes. Corcoran’s opens at 11 AM every day, so you can stop in for lunch, afternoon drinks, dinner or a late-night visit while exploring Old Town.
Is Corcoran’s open late?
Yes. Corcoran’s is open until 2 AM every night, making it a convenient late-night bar in Old Town for drinks and a lively neighborhood atmosphere after comedy shows, dinner or a night out on Wells Street.
What is there to do near Corcoran’s in Old Town?
Corcoran’s is surrounded by some of Old Town Chicago’s best-known attractions. Second City is directly across the street, Zanies Comedy Club is about a block away, North Avenue and Wells Street are steps away, and Lincoln Park and North Avenue Beach are nearby. That makes Corcoran’s an easy stop during a full afternoon or night out in the neighborhood.
What kind of food does Corcoran’s serve?
Corcoran’s serves Irish and American pub fare, including favorites such as burgers, fish and chips, corned beef sandwiches, appetizers and other casual lunch and dinner options. It’s an easy choice whether you want a full meal or something to share over drinks.
Where can I get drinks after a Second City show?
Corcoran’s is right across the street from Second City and is open late, making it an easy post-show destination for drinks, food and conversation in Old Town.
Where can we go for food and drinks after volleyball at North Avenue Beach?
Corcoran’s is a great post-volleyball destination for groups coming from North Avenue Beach. Head into Old Town for cold drinks, pub food, burgers, sandwiches and shareable appetizers in a casual atmosphere where your group can relax after playing at the beach.
Where is Corcoran’s Grill & Pub located in Chicago?
Corcoran’s Grill & Pub is located at 1615 N. Wells Street in Chicago’s historic Old Town neighborhood, near the intersection of North Avenue and Wells Street. We’re in the heart of Old Town’s dining, entertainment and nightlife district.
Where should I eat before a Second City show in Chicago?
Corcoran’s is a great choice for a pre-show meal near Second City. Located directly across Wells Street, you can enjoy burgers, sandwiches, Irish favorites, appetizers, beer and cocktails without having to travel to another neighborhood before your show.
Why visit Corcoran’s when spending a day in Old Town Chicago?
Corcoran’s combines a classic neighborhood pub atmosphere with one of Old Town’s most convenient locations. You can grab lunch or dinner, sit outside during patio season, watch a game, meet friends for drinks, visit before or after Second City, or stop in after a day at North Avenue Beach—all from the heart of the Old Town entertainment district.