At some “Irish” bars, the most they have in common with Ireland is Guinness on tap and cardboard shamrocks taped to windows. Not so here. You’ll find 13 beers on tap, mostly imports like Murphy’s, Newcastle, Guinness and Harp. A good crowd comes to listen and sometimes dance to live Irish music, but mainly people just socialize.

March 2023

one of the best irish pubs in chicago

Favorite city pub

Great Conversation And
Perfect Pints

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Libations

We pride ourselves on offering great drinks and the friendly service that has represented our long-standing family tradition.

Craic

The Celtic is a great spot for conversation, joking, and laughing. You never know who will stop by to add to the good times.

Ceol

Every week we have live Irish music in the pub. There is never a cover and we welcome you to sing along or just relax and enjoy. Never a cover.

Although we don't push ourselves as a sports bar, you can believe that The Celtic is a proper spot for soccer, rugby, and most major sports.

25782

Lovely happy patrons

13

Beers on tap

46

Live music gigs

125

Pints per day

This Week At

The Celtic

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LIVE MUSIC

Mighty Quinns

Thursday, December 21st
7:30PM

LIVE MUSIC

Aidan O’Toole
Saturday, December 23rd
8PM

Keep up with us

Latest Events

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MUSIC

With a variety of musicians playing throughout the week, make sure to see our upcoming live shows.

SPECIALTY EVENTS

Be on the lookout for our themed events such as Trivia Nights, Themed Pub Nights and Promotional Events.

SPORTS

We do not consider ourselves a sports bar. The Celtic is a proper pub. However, we will always have soccer, rugby and Gaelic matches ready to go as well as other sports.

Word On The Street

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The best Irish bar in Chicago bar none. the CC team make you feel so welcome. It's all about the craic, so if you like interesting conversation, laughing and an incredibly comfortable bar (and a perfect pour of Guinness) then CC is your place. It's such a great place to bring friends for drinks, enjoy a really fun experience.

Bob D.

Word On The Street

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Very glad to see that this traditional Irish Chicago bar is BACK !!! This is a very comfortable great bar and a great alternative to others in the area which are not what they used to be. Like going back in time. Like going to a great Irish bar in Boston where I grew up.Try it-you will love the place.

John L.

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No need to get on a 7 hour flight to Dublin....just come to Celtic Crossing and you've arrived in Ireland (but it's in downtown Chicago). Full assortment of beer on tap, including Guinness, followed by a wide assortment of Irish whiskey's. While the bar options are excellent, the warm & friendly feeling makes this place special. We highly recommend Celtic Crossing as a throwback to old Ireland where friendship is cherished and camaraderie is second to none.

Jim N.