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    The James Joyce Irish Pub

    4.4 (79 reviews)
    ModerateIrish Pub
    Fri 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)
    Sat 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Loud
    Juke Box
    Happy hour specials

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    Donna S.

    This is my Sunday Sanctuary - I come here for Bloody Sundays! If you are a fan of Bloody Marys then you must come here and make sure to have The Best Bloody Mary (atleast the best Ive ever had)! The place is a decent size and the people (from workers/patrons) are all friendly.

    Here's hoping I get the Bulls tix!

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    1 year ago

    Fun atmosphere and lively crowd with great brew and comfort food. We will definitely return here.

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    2 years ago

    The James Joyce is a beautiful Irish Pub! They serve the best pint of Guinness I've yet to have in Chicagoland.

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    1 year ago

    The atmosphere is great here and you feel like you're in Dublin. Good Guiness. James Joyce is lively.

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    Great Irish pub vibe with proper Guinness pours and friendly staff. Helped me get a table on a crowded Friday night. Wish I lived closer.

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    If you don't love this place, I probably don't like you! Great neighborhood place, order food from the place next door, NJoy.

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