Guinness on draft and pub grub are the draw here
Reilly’s Daughter sits post-security in Midway’s Main Terminal, with one bar in Concourse A and another in Central Market, so you’ll likely pass it even on a tight connection. Think classic Irish pub: Guinness and other draft beers, fish and chips, burgers, and a few Irish staples. Expect airport pricing, with pints in the $9–$12 range and most mains running $15–$20.
The A concourse location works best if you’re near the A gates, while the Central Market bar catches traffic from the rest of the terminal. Hours track with flight banks, opening early enough for morning departures and staying open into the evening rush; if flights are going out, the taps are usually flowing. Seating is a mix of bar stools and small tables, and TVs run whatever game is on.
Food lands squarely in “standard bar food” territory: burgers, chicken tenders, and fish and chips get most mentions in reviews, with portions sized like a proper $15–$20 airport meal. Fries can show up lukewarm, and several travelers call out overcooked proteins, so treat it as filler rather than a destination dinner. Vegetarian options are thin beyond salads and maybe a veggie wrap, so plant-based eaters should scan the menu before committing.
Beer is the stronger play. Regulars call this their Guinness stop at Midway and lean toward drafts instead of cocktails. Frequent flyers say to sit at the bar for faster service and better pours; table service gets multiple complaints for slow check drop and long waits, especially during delay waves. When A-concourse fills up, some switch to the Central Market location, which can turn over a bit quicker.
Practical tip: if you have under 45 minutes before boarding at an A gate, grab a bar seat, order a draft and one quick appetizer, and ask for the check when the food hits the counter.