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A. J. Hudson's Public House

A. J. Hudson's Public House

Bars & Breweries in Chicago

4.6 940 Google reviews$20–30

+1 773 348 27 673801 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60613 · Lake View

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3801 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60613

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About

Opened initially as Ginger's Ale House in 1992 by one of the original owners, AJ Hudson's Public House launched in 2011. At its heart, it's an English pub, and Chicago's original soccer bar, a home for Chicagoans and ex-pats from all over the world to watch the beautiful game and all sorts of other sports. With a full menu of upscale pub fare and over 100 beers, AJ Hudson's Public House is a welcoming neighborhood gathering spot, offering lunch and dinner seven days a week along with brunch on the weekends.

Amenities

From the business

  • Identifies as veteran-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports
  • Trivia night

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy hour drinks

Hours

Monday
11 AM to 2 AM
Tuesday
11 AM to 2 AM
Wednesday
11 AM to 2 AM
Thursday
11 AM to 2 AM
Friday
11 AM to 2 AM
Saturday
10 AM to 3 AM
Sunday
10 AM to 2 AM

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