Cute little pub on Main Street. Nice selection of cocktails, beers and American food. The bartender was very friendly and chatted with me for awhile. But it was also dead quiet at 4pm on a Saturday, which was ok by me. I had a tuna dish for dinner (see photos) that was pretty tasty. I asked the bartender for a food recommendation and that's what he suggested. He was right. It was good and I'm glad I got something tasty and healthy. Would for sure go back. read more

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This is my first time to Chatham, which is a bit of a drive from Albany, and I loved the town. The weather was perfect, the trees were blooming, and the town was full of lively people. Beautiful architecture, dating back hundreds of years. We were impressed by the People's Pub. Pool and darts on the second floor, and bar and dining area on the first. We spent a good amount of time admiring the wood work around the bar and restaurant, as well as the tin ceilings. We ordered more food that we probably should have, but it all sounded so good, that with the winter menu coming to a close, we knew we would likely not have a chance to order it again. We chose to sit at the bar, and enjoyed a whiskey and pisco sours, made with actual eggs. The open kitchen is a nice touch, and it was nice to see the well staffed restaurant handle the Friday night dinner crowd. Portions for most dishes were a generous size, and we enjoyed the variety of choices. We can't wait to come back to try the spring menu, or to come on one of the special nights, such as the live Irish music. read more

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My husband and I had a lovely dinner here. We ate at the bar, the service was wonderful and we decided to just order (almost) all of the starters. Everything was super tasty. I think the Wings, in the bourbon buffalo sauce, were my favorite. Next time I would definitely order them extra crispy though. The flavors with both the Coconut Shrimp and the Crab Cakes were fantastic, and I really enjoyed the sauces that came with the fries! We also loved the Chocolate Mousse. Even though neither of us really had the room to eat anymore, I'm glad we got it. And then to top it all off, our drinks, the Pisco Sour and the Whiskey Sour, were a nice compliment to the meal. I look forward to coming back and trying their Spring menu, which they told us would be coming out soon. I also look forward to hopefully coming back for their Live Irish Music night and maybe some of their other special event evenings. read more

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Good food, great atmosphere. Great place to relax, laugh, and enjoy a community staple.

It was our first visit on September 9 2025, finding all other restaurants closed. It was worth the trip. We were told by the waiter that the new owners took over just a month ago. The creative menu isn't expansive but the quality of it, offering something for everyone is rewarding. This is a scratch kitchen. Watching the chef work in the open kitchen impressed me by her attention to detail. Falafel sandwiches were excellent, with on site made pickled onions. They have 16 beers on tap. The place filled up after 5. Prices were excellent. Place is clean. Staff worked together. We'll probably make the drive here if we find ourselves in the Berkshires, it was worth it. read more

PP is welcoming and comfortable, offering great ambiance, food and staff. Laid back and festive. Love pierogi night!

Yet another spectacular night at the pub. This is THE spot to be on Main St at any given day. The Pub easily has the best bartenders in upstate new york. Brian, Laney, and Shane are outstanding and unmatchable bartenders. They are attentative, personable, and all possess a great sense of humor to make you feel a warm welcome. The food never dissapoints. I have a regular order, but tend to switch it up on occasion as to try new things. The cooks are fantastic and the meals/appatisers are flawless. Full of flavor and served with excellent presentation. I would also like to mention, the pool table upstairs is a great time and a fun peice to the pub! As we approach the cold winter, I advise you to become a regular at the pub. Wether it be for a lunch date, or a late night beer, it will be one of the best decisions you make, I assure you. read more

The People's Pub - Gastropubs Near Me - Chatham, New York

I've been here several times over the last several years and always had a good time. The most recent visit just seemed like the staff was just careless in terms of cleanliness 1) wiping down the sides of my beer with a dirty bar rag 2) placing utensils directly on the bar 3) dropping food items that were part of my entree on the bar as it was delivered, and just walking away. read more

Cold, rainy March night in Chatham, NY. We felt the need to get out for dessert. The People's Pub has the (gas) fireplace and the working kitchen welcoming us for carrot cake with rum cream. Neighbors are at the bar,". Glad we stepped out. read more

The People's Pub - Slab of carrot cake with rum cream. A Guinness and some wine; comfort food. - Gastropubs Near Me - Chatham, New York

5 stars, the food is amazing, the Chef is on point, I love polish day at the pub on Wednesdays and the bartenders are spot on, the whisky sour with real egg whites and the chicken sandwich with the special sauce has my heart and soul. highly recommend, great local dine spot, much love to the people's pub! Did I mention they have karaoke Thursdays!?!? It's a bomb time. God bless the people's pub :) read more

As a former Chef, I've come to expect a continuity from restaurants I return to and recommend. My Wife and I recently returned to The People's Pub after a hiatus. Suffice it to say our experience was disappointing. The place was empty and the bartender had the good grace to seat us immediately +. He did not know which vodka's he had on hand -. He mis-ordered one of our appetizers -x2, however it was struck from the bill +x2. The kitchen did not follow the course line and our apps were served with our entrees -x3. Though some of the food was tasty and the line had all the ingredients correct, the execution was poor -x4 My falafel had the tzatziki lobbed on top of it in a mound with barely any discernible yoghurt -x5. The entree was not hot -x6, though that may have been because I had to eat my appetizer while my entree sat (not under a heat lamp and again; not coursed)-x7. Inconsistent slices of pickled onion - and a second app I cannot even recall -x8. To top it off, my fries (though warm) were in essence crumbs; giving me the suggestion of a fry, not the long, hot fluffy yet crispy fry I've come to expect from the peoples pub- x9. My Spouse thought her meal lackluster as well... Our bartender gawked -x10 at my spouse and handed her straws with a naked hand -x11. This was not what I've come to expect from the people's pub. I've had better service and certainly better food there before. We'll be taking another hiatus. read more

Wandered in here for the first time this weekend. Menu looked great. Ordered. Not busy. Waited about an hour. Mostly unattended by waitstaff. Never got any food. Left. ....it was my birthday. read more

Probably had one of the rudest experiences I recall having at a restaurant in an at least a decade. The bartender was just an ass. I would never return if I saw him at the restaurant. read more

Great service and a beautiful atmosphere. The waitstaff, bartender and general staff and clientele are all very personable and cool. The hostess was very nice and sat us at a table on a very seemingly busy night. Kudos. Being a small kitchen they have their overwhelming nights where everyone is taxed to the max and service and attention may dwindle slightly. But that's small town life for you, don't be such a dick. The food is good shut up. read more

The food from the people's pub lives in my mind rent free. I just found myself cooking dinner and thinking about their Brussels sprouts which are unbelievable, and knew I had to make this review. I spent a few months in the area and visited often. Everything is delicious and fresh - I love being able to watch the food prep! It's clearly a family run joint which is really refreshing as well. You really can't go wrong with any options but try their specials! I had a fall squash lasagna years ago that I still try (and fail) at recreating, it was just SO good! read more

Wonderful food, beer, and atmosphere! The staff was great. Def recommend. We went on a Saturday when they had the live Irish music which was wonderful! Def going back. read more

Nice dinner spot. The drinks/beer selection is expansive. We really enjoyed the burrata and calamari shared plates. We both had the burgers which we also recommend. read more

The People's Pub - Kitchen/Dining area - Gastropubs Near Me - Chatham, New York

What an awesome atmosphere and experience. Worth the 8 minute wait until they opened for the evening. Me and my friends sat in the back by the open kitchen. We were able to speak to everyone including Gabriel the chef, until the place started to fill up. A small menu but enough to wet your appetite. Two of us decided on the burger with aged cheddar, tomato, lettuce, homemade pickle, ketchup w confit fries OMG and we made it a ROYALE which added bacon, garlic aioli and crispy shallots. So big and so good and cooked to order. The confit fries by the way wasnt on the burger but on the side. During our meal time we noticed the serving area the delicious chicken wings and had to try them as well so my friend actually ordered them "coconut peanut with sesame and cilantro" yes Asian style. They were awesome. Yes the burger was great but these wings were incredible, crispy and meaty with great different flavor. It may have taken we a while to get here but so glad I finally did. The service was good and enjoyed getting our bill in the renaissance Italy book. read more

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The food has went downhill over the last year or so, as has the service. Generally seems to be going downhill Also children at karaoke?? In an adult environment so late at night? Seems wrong and uncomfortable for people. I don't come here often but still. Needs improvement read more

Honestly, don't waste your time or money unless you like poor service, drinks, and food. We had the devils on horseback as an app which were dates wrapped in bacon and stuffed with blue cheese...the only good item. The main course was a bacon ranch chicken sandwich, which consisted of a couple pieces of burnt bacon, shredded cheese mixed with ranch dressing and the best part was the extra thin sliced over cooked chicken tender. Legit the worst...please see the proof in the picture below. read more

The People's Pub - Chicken Sandwich - Gastropubs Near Me - Chatham, New York

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Stopped in yesterday. Atmosphere is warm and inviting. Customers are extremely friendly and ready to chat. Food is amazing and the staff is extremely knowledgeable and you can tell that they really enjoy working at this hometown favorite. They have a huge selection of draft beer along with exotic cocktails that look tasty ( fresh squeezed orange juice etc.) looking forward to my next trip back. read more

We have enjoyed meals and met people here That are delightful. Our favorite activity is the $1 oysters offered on the second Thursday of each month beginning at 5 pm. Get there early. We each had 10 tonight followed by a shared strip steak with light cheese, whipped potatoes, and veggies. Perfection. We sit at the bar and chat with our fellow oyster livers. Bon appetit. read more

The People's Pub - a rock with the word laugh on it - Gastropubs Near Me - Chatham, New York

A decent margarita and the coconut shrimp were good . The waitress was on the ball and brought our drinks quickly

The falafel plate was absolutely delicious! The best falafel I've ever had!! Super crispy on the outside and not a drop of grease. Their homemade hummus and tzatziki were great and loved the pita bread too. read more

There Brussel sprouts are really awesome, service was really great and friendly, personally

The place to be in Chatham. Food is excellent. Menu seems to be updated seasonally. Service is fine but the Ambiance is amazing being able to watch the kitchen at work. Nice cozy spot for a drink with friends or a fancy meal in a comfortable environment. read more

Great local spot. Sat at bar. Awesome draft beer selection and food was delicious. Bartender extra nice and helpful.

Really good food, just not quite great. We liked the calamari and the Vietnamese beef salad. We also ordered steak au poivre, done rare, which was tasty, and came *very* rare. The kitchen seemed to have some coordination issues and watching and listening (we were seated right at the kitchen exit), I felt like the steak had been missed and then rushed as our other dish sat under the warming light. All in all, we both enjoyed our meal and would eat here again. read more

Haven't been there since the pandemic but I'm glad to see they are thriving, lots of new things on the menu, great drinks, atmosphere, food and service. Love this place. It's our go-to when in the area. Kale Caesar salad, spicy pork meatball, beet burger, chicken penne were all awesome. read more

The People's Pub - Pork meatballs - Gastropubs Near Me - Chatham, New York

The food is mediocre at best. Cheap, not local, ingredients with gorgeous organic farms throughout the area from which to source. Undercooked noodles in pad thai dish. No concern that our dinner took place at two different times owing to having to wait for pad Thai to be recooked. Don't waste your money. read more

When a successful restauranteur opens a place, they usually strive to create the perfect combination of warm decor, delicious food and welcoming atmosphere. While driving to the Adirondacks, we found that place. We stopped in Chatham to eat and refuel. The People's Pub was the perfect place to rest and refuel. The dining area is open concept, decorated in turn of the (twentieth) century tin ceiling and hanging Edison bulbs; the tables were covered in white porcelain tiles. The kitchen was a part of the dining room, yet unobtrusive. The beer list was eclectic and deserving of multiple selections. The menu was less diverse than the beer selection but what they offered was executed well and with interesting twists. We ordered simple dishes...chicken sandwich with garlic aioli and burgers. Everything was amazing. Our only regret was that we couldn't stay longer. Our server was as good as the food and decor. You really cannot go wrong by stopping in for a nice dinner and a few beers. Well done! read more

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would! Everything about this place is amazing. The staff, food, drinks, the astmosphere. EVERYONE MUST GO HERE!! We love you all at The Peoples Pub!!!! read more

The People's Pub - The brussel sprouts are hand down the best I've ever had ANYWHERE! And I'm an avid brussel sprouts girl. - Gastropubs Near Me - Chatham, New York

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A really great experience last Friday night. Am new to the area and am trying out all of the local spots, looking for ones that feel like "home" to me. Friend came to town for a visit - she's recovering from knee surgery and is vegan. I called ahead of time to ensure we could get a table she could handle with her crutches (we were told to be careful of the rugs at the front door, and they confirmed no steps to get in), and to make sure they had some things she could eat. Bridget took care of everything. Had the perfect table waiting for us. Talked to us about items on the menu (e.g. green goddess has yogurt, other salad dressing has honey) to ensure my friend didn't get anything she wouldn't eat. I had streak frites (because my friend does not care if I eat meat in front of her), which were delicious and cooked perfectly. When leaving, I went out to pull the car around, and Billy walked my friend to the door, opening the heavy doors for her so she could get safely to the car. I see myself eating here when I am in town. Also feels like a place where I could grab a bite and a drink at the bar comfortably. Well done, People's Pub! read more

Best salmon he's had in a long time. Nice falafel plate too and a nice selection of brews on tap. Outdoor dining.

An excellent upscale pub. Food is creative and tasty. A wide range of specials that offer good variety for the adventurous and not so adventurous. Everything is fresh and watching the open kitchen is fun. The staff is efficient and courteous. Wish the cocktails were a little less highly priced, but hey, ya can't have everything. read more

Fantastic. Too bad we don't live closer. Quinoa bowl--soooooo tasty. My husband really enjoyed his pork chop. Highly recommend!! read more

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Would be 3.5 Broccoli soup is clean, but it's texture is a turnoff. Hand chopped without the support. Needs something extra to give us a "mmmmm" reaction. Winter salad is great for 2. perfect healthy decadence! Chocolate gluten-free cake was fine. I think having a drizzle of caramel or fudge would be more fun with tastes than powdered sugar on the plate for presentation sake. They refuse to check vaccination status at entry. Won't be back if I can't help it. Ruined the entire experience. read more

Unfortunately People's Pub has very mediocre food, horrible ventilation, unfriendly insultingly service from ignorant servers, and prices way above the value you get. I live nearby so I wanted to like this place. read more

This is one of the best upstate NY eateries around! Great food, great service and rustic, laid back atmosphere. Oyster night is to die for! Can't help to not eat a dozen all by your self! :-) read more

Great food, great service. Don't recommend the wine tho. My husband enjoyed his beer tho. We will definitely be back, but will skip the wine next time read more