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Chicago Tribune
06-05-2025
- General
- Chicago Tribune
59 Chicago Mother's Day restaurant specials to treat mom, from bottomless mimosas to made-to-order omelettes
Moms work hard, so they deserve a day to relax and enjoy themselves while their loved ones take care of them. You can show how much you appreciate the mom or mother figure in your life this Mother's Day by taking them out or picking up some special treats for them to enjoy at home. Restaurants throughout the city are making it easy, offering moms free flowers or other gifts and hosting decadent buffets with bottomless drinks and activities to keep kids busy. Make a plan with this list of 60 Mother's Day celebrations that will make your mom proud. All events take place on Sunday unless otherwise stated. The Loop and Near North Side Adorn Moms will be welcomed with a rose at brunch buffet ($275; $95 for kids ages 12 and under) that includes breakfast bites and pastries. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 120 E. Delaware Place, 312-280-8800, The Albert At brunch ($60), choose from an entree including eggs Benedict or herb-crusted prime rib to enjoy along with an antipasti buffet and sweets table. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 228 E. Ontario St., 312-471-3883, Bistronomic A three-course brunch ($53; $29 for kids 10 and under) includes spring saffron carrot velouté, brioche French toast with Grand Marnier syrup and blueberry bread pudding. Add an hour and a half of bottomless mimosas for $22. 840 N. Wabash Ave., 312-944-8400, Brass Tack The restaurant offers specials including peach caprese salad, cider-braised pork belly, lobster and carrot-egg white frittata, and French hot chocolate. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11 E. Walton St., 312-646-1402, The Dawson Moms are welcomed with a glass of sparkling rosé to a buffet including beef tenderloin, herb-crusted salmon, brunch dishes and pastries from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner entrees with seasonal sides from 3-7 p.m. $75; $20 for kids under 12. 730 W. Grand Ave., 312-243-8955, The Dearborn Brunch specials include lobster deviled eggs ($21), house-smoked trout B.E.L.T. ($25) and jumbo cinnamon roll ($16). 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 145 N. Dearborn St., 312-384-1242, FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar During this afternoon tea ($69), sip tea from Rishi Tea and a mimosa, bellini or glass of prosecco, accompanied by a spread of seasonal bites on Saturday and Sunday. 221 N. Columbus Drive, 312-477-0234, Grill on 21 The restaurant on the 21st floor of The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection, offers a brunch buffet ($150; $25 for kids under 12) featuring roasted ham and turkey breast, made-to-order omelettes until 3 p.m., oysters, potato salad, grilled salmon and macarons. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. 208 S. LaSalle St., 312-634-0000 ext. 3, I|O Godfrey Take in the rooftop views between visits to a brunch buffet ($65; $15 for kids under 12) offering eggs Benedict, French toast, pancakes, carved prime rib, gnocchi pomodoro, sushi and chocolate-covered strawberries. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 127 W. Huron St., 312-374-1830, Kindling James Beard Award-winning chef Jonathon Sawyer offers a brunch buffet ($95; $45 for kids 5-12; free for kids under 5) including pancakes, biscuits with gravy, chilaquiles, shrimp cocktail, prime rib and dessert from West Town Bakery. A mimosa bar is available for $35 and all tickets include a welcome gift for mom and a card-making station for kids. 202 S. Franklin St., 312-789-5992, Land & Lake A two-course brunch ($35) includes avocado toast and steak frites. Add 90 minutes of mimosas for $22. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 81 E. Wacker Drive, 312-253-2337, Lirica Executive chef Ricky Amaya offers specials in addition to the regular brunch menu, including creamy Southern grits ($18), lemon-blueberry Dutch baby ($20), chicken and waffles ($22) and gravlax ($25). 900 E. Grand Ave., 872-710-5750, The Lobby at The Peninsula Chicago A string quartet, balloon artist and magician provide entertainment during a luxurious brunch ($325; $85 for kids ages 5-12; free for kids under 5) including caviar, carved Peking duck, sushi, stuffed veal rack and a Southern-style seafood boil. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 108 E. Superior St., 312-573-6760, Marisol The restaurant at the Museum of Contemporary Art offers a three-course brunch ($45) including a cruffin with satsuma marmalade, turmeric granola with matcha yogurt and French toast. 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 205 E. Pearson St., 312-799-3599, Mercat a la Planxa All moms get a complimentary mimosa and everyone can enjoy specials including burrata salad ($18), croque madame ($18) and rhubarb coffeecake ($12). 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 638 S. Michigan Ave., 312-765-0524, Michael Jordan's Steakhouse Moms can splurge with a surf and turf dinner ($68) including lobster thermidor and a 7-ounce filet. 505 N. Michigan Ave., 312-321-8823, Miru A brunch buffet ($125, $65 for kids ages 10) includes a build-your-own trifle station and a spritz bar along with Japanese fare, brunch dishes and pastries. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 401 E. Wacker Drive, 312-725-7811, NoMI The restaurant on the seventh floor of Park Hyatt Chicago serves a brunch ($225; $95 for kids; free for kids 6 and under) with dishes including sushi, smoked salmon, seasonal salads, roasted tenderloin and pastries. All mothers receive a bouquet. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 800 N. Michigan Ave., 312-239-4030, Offshore Rooftop Moms receive a complimentary long-stem rose at a brunch buffet ($65) featuring scrambled eggs with chives, prime rib, chicken tenders and desserts. Build your own bloody mary for $15 or add on bottomless mimosas for $35. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m. 1000 E. Grand Ave., 312-535-6660, Osteria Via Stato Pile your plate at this brunch ($79; $40 for kids ages 10 and under) with a made-to-order omelette station, carved dry-aged ribeye, antipasti and ciabatta French toast. 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 620 N. State St., 312-642-8450, Pippin's Tavern Celebrate with a dueling piano show in the lounge starting at noon and specials including spring egg white frittatas and buttermilk waffles. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 39 E. Chicago Ave., 312-982-2752, Prime & Provisions The steakhouse's annual grand buffet brunch ($106; $40 for kids ages 7-12; free for kids 6 and under) features cinnamon French toast and eggs Benedict, carving stations serving maple-glazed ham and slow-roasted prime rib, a raw bar with shrimp, oysters and crab legs, made-to-order omelettes and Belgian waffles, and plenty of sweets. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 222 N. LaSalle Blvd., 312-726-7777, Sifr A four-course tasting menu ($65) from culinary director chef Sahil Sethi includes hummus, a kebab, summer squash dolma and chocolate mousse. 5-8:30 p.m. 660 N. Orleans St., 464-204-8711, Sofitel Chicago A Mother's Day afternoon tea ($65) includes raspberry scones, chocolate-covered strawberries, green asparagus quiche and cucumber tea sandwiches. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 20 E. Chestnut St., 312-324-4000, Somerset The restaurant within the Viceroy Chicago hosts a brunch buffet ($89; $25 for kids) including shakshuka, French toast and quiche Florentine plus a glass of prosecco. Add on bottomless mimosas for $35. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1112 N. State St., 312-586-2000, State and Lake Chicago Tavern All moms get roses as part of a brunch buffet ($60) including a salad bar, mini lobster rolls, lemon ricotta pancakes, grilled lamb chops and butter cookies. 201 N. State St., 312-239-9400, TAO Chicago A brunch buffet features carved Peking duck, crispy chicken gyoza, oysters, barbecue chicken wings, karaage chicken and waffles and a chocolate fountain. $85; $30 for kids; free for kids under 5. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 632 N. Dearborn St., 224-888-0387, Travelle at the Langham Champagne and mimosas are included in brunch buffet ($285; $85 for kids) featuring avocado toast, piri piri chicken, seafood, dessert and music from an acoustic duo. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 330 N. Wabash Ave., 312-923 7705, Untitled Supper Club Catch a performance from Ariel during a family-style brunch ($49; $24 for kids under 12). 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 111 W. Kinzie St., 312-880-1511, Yardbird The River North restaurant offers free biscuits and a glass of bubbly for moms all week long, plus specials including a biscuit eggs Benedict ($28), strawberry cheesecake waffle ($22) and strawberry shortcake ($15). 530 N. Wabash Ave., 312-999-9760, North Side & Northwest Side Bar Roma Treat mom to a buffet ($60; $20 for kids 12 and under) including chicken parmesan, beet-pickled deviled eggs, bucatini with beef cheek meatballs and wild mushroom tartlets. 10:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. 5101 N. Clark St., 773-942-7572, Eden Surprise mom with a bouquet of flowers ($25-$40) waiting at the table when you take advantage of chef Devon Quinn's specials, including Crab Louie salad and a bagel with lox. 2734 W. Roscoe St., 312-366-2294, Itoko A three-course brunch ($65) includes deviled eggs, nigiri and chicken katsu. 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.. 3325 N. Southport Ave., 773-819-7672, Kit Kat A Mamma Mia! drag brunch ($72) features two hours of mimosas and sangria plus breakfast pastries, a Caesar salad and a choice of entree, including chilaquiles and avocado toast. 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 3700 N. Halsted St., 773-525-1111, Le Sud The Roscoe Village restaurant serves specials including crab Florentine ($26) and lamb skillet ($22) during brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and coconut curry-poached monkfish ($32) from 3-8:30 p.m. 2301 W. Roscoe St., 773-857-1985, Swift Tavern The Wrigleyville restaurant serves a special brunch ($49; $20 for kids, free for kids under 3) featuring one entree per guest plus pastries, roasted salmon and sides for the table. 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 3600 N. Clark St., 773-360-0207, Uvae Kitchen & Wine Bar A three-course brunch ($54) includes Nutella croissants, deviled eggs, brioche French toast and Grand Marnier creme brulee. Add bottomless drinks for $26. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 5553 N. Clark St., 773-654-1432, West Side & Near West Side Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar Share an $85 family-style meal including deviled eggs, spring asparagus, iron skillet-roasted halibut, wood-smoked prime rib and coffeecake with Meyer lemon curd. If you prefer to celebrate at home, place an order by 9 p.m. Friday and pick up a $400 meal for four from 9-11 a.m. Sunday. 2700 W. Chicago Ave., 773-661-9577, Ina Mae Tavern Moms receive a complimentary beignet and facial scrub with the purchase of any brunch entree. The New Orleans-inspired restaurant also offers $10 strawberry and mango mimosas 1415 N. Wood St., 773-360-8320, Nobu The West Loop restaurant offers a luxurious brunch ($85) including sushi, salads, pastries, desserts, chef stations and a DJ. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 854 W. Randolph St., 312-779-8800, Proxi A four-course brunch ($75) features ube-vanilla marbled pound cake, tuna crudo and dark chocolate mochi cake to share, plus a choice of entrees including jumbo lump crab eggs Benedict and wood-grilled American wagyu bavette steak with eggs. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 565 W. Randolph St., 312-466-1950, Sepia Start brunch ($95; $45 for kids under 12) with caramelized honey brioche, smoked salmon rillettes and endive salad, then choose from entrees including grilled short rib and ricotta agnolotti with black truffle. End the meal by sharing macarons and tea cake. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 123 N. Jefferson St., 312-441-1920, Swift & Sons Choose from cornflake French toast, lobster pierogi, and steak and eggs during a family-style brunch ($95; $20 for kids ages 4-12; free for kids 4 and under) that includes bacon, paprika fried potatoes, biscuits and a berry parfait plus a bloody mary or mimosa for adults. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1000 W. Fulton Market, 312-733-9420, South Side & Near South Side Chicago Firehouse Restaurant A three-course meal ($75) includes lobster bisque, roasted pork loin and a sweets platter for the table. Add on family-style sides such as creamed spinach ($14) or whipped potatoes with roasted garlic ($12). 1401 S. Michigan Ave., 312-786-1401, The Duck Inn The eighth annual Mother of All Brunches celebration ($125; $55 for kids under 12) includes a bloody mary and mimosa bar, brioche French toast, seafood tower, carved roast beef with truffled horseradish cream, deviled eggs with wasabi tobiko and cinnamon buns. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2701 S. Eleanor St., 312-724-8811, Mesler Kitchen Take advantage of a complimentary digital photo booth during a three-course brunch ($69, plus $49 for a mimosa package) including mushroom bisque, made-to-order crepes and chicken and waffles. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 1401 E. 53rd St., 773-289-1005, Suburban and multiple locations Aboyer Feast on a three-course meal featuring spring pea soup with shiitake mushrooms, steak frites and creme brulee for $85 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or $95 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. The dishes are also available a la carte. 64 Green Bay Road, Winnetka; 847-441-3100; Chicago Culinary Kitchen The Texas-style barbecue restaurant offers a full pound of smoked prime rib with a baked potato ($55) for dine-in or takeout. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 2391 N. Hicks Road, Palatine; 847-701-8243; Eddie Merlot's A brunch buffet ($75; $19 for kids 10 and under) features eggs Benedict, shrimp cocktail, lemon chicken, carved ham and chocolate-covered strawberries from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The breakfast fare gives way to prime rib, chicken marsala and shrimp ceviche from 3-9 p.m. Multiple locations; Evanston Corner Bistro A brunch buffet ($45, $25 for kids 12 and under) includes Caesar salad, penne alfredo and cedar-plank salmon plus mini desserts for the table. Add 90 minutes of mimosas for $22. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 703 Church St., Evanston; 847-492-9700; Francesca's Pile your plate with carved porcini-crusted prime rib at a buffet ($58; $17 for kids ages 12 and under) featuring an egg station until 3 p.m. and a pasta station starting at 4 p.m. Other dishes include rigatoni vodka, shrimp cocktail and smoked salmon with bagels. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Multiple locations, Giostra A brunch buffet includes a made-to-order omelette station, salads, a carving station, Italian fare, dessert, mimosas and bloody marys. $75; $25 for kids 6-12; free for under 6. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington; Il Mio A special brunch menu includes bloody marys ($12), Cobb salad ($20), avocado toast ($14), fried chicken sliders ($18), lamb chops ($47) and breakfast potatoes ($7). 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 30 S. Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills; 630-526-4646; Las Fuentes The restaurant's Lincoln Park, Alsip and Morton Grove locations offer specials including strawberry hibiscus paloma ($14), shredded chicken pozole ($16) and chocolate flan with dulce de leche ($11). Multiple locations, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille All of the restaurant's locations open early, decorating tables with rose petals and serving bloody marys, mimosas and rosé sangria ($14) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and a 10-ounce filet-stuffed roast ($49) and three-course pork chop supper ($49) from 4-9 p.m. Multiple locations, Prairie Grass Cafe Feast on a brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. featuring grilled asparagus, sliced smoked salmon, omelette and crepe stations, beef bourguignon and sticky pecan rolls. The meal is $78, or $37 for kids 10 and under. You can also place an order by May 8 to pick up Mother's Day dinner for two from 4:30-5:30 p.m. The take-home meal includes pistachio-bread crumb-crusted wild Alaskan halibut ($45), asparagus soup ($12) and strawberry cream pie ($12). 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook; 847-205-4433; Prairie Moon A brunch buffet ($36; $15 for kids 5-10) includes scrambled eggs, glazed sliced ham, shrimp cocktail and blueberry streusel coffeecake plus prosecco and mimosas. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1635 Chicago Ave., Evanston; 847-864-8328; Saranello's A brunch buffet ($55) includes made-to-order crab cake Benedict, shrimp cocktail, an ice cream bar and bottomless mimosas. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 601 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling; 847-777-6878; Sweet Mandy B's Samantha Nelson is a freelance writer.
Chicago Tribune
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Guide: Chicago restaurants and bars with St. Patrick's Day specials
With the annual St. Patrick's Day parade and Chicago River dyeing happening at 10 a.m. Saturday and the actual holiday falling Monday, the Windy City is going to be spending a long weekend celebrating its Irish heritage this year. Bars and restaurants are getting into the spirit by serving traditional food, hosting bashes with spectacular riverfront views and bottomless drinks and bringing in Irish musicians and dancers. Wear something green and celebrate St. Patrick's Day Chirish style at one of these 57 spots. Some parties will sell out, so plan ahead rather than test your luck. The Loop and Near North Side Bar Pendry Sip tea-based cocktails while nibbling a tower of bites including Wagyu corned beef and cabbage roulade, Guinness cheddar and chive scones and clover-shaped shortbread cookies from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. On Monday, executive chef Mark Shoemaker offers $20 corned beef sandwiches along with $5 draft beers and $30 whiskey flights. 230 N. Michigan Ave., 312-985-0942, Bub City Celebrate Saturday with green beer and Jell-O shots, a DJ from 8 a.m. to noon and a live band from noon to 4 p.m. 435 N. Clark St., 312-610-4200, The Dearborn The Loop spot serves Irish-inspired dishes including shepherd's pie and corned beef and cabbage Thursday through Monday. Irish folk band The Chancers performs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday. 145 N. Dearborn St., 312-384-1242, The Gage Bagpipers from Fiddling Finnegans perform Saturday and Monday, and you can also try specials offered throughout the week, including corned beef and cabbage ($28), Guinness-braised short ribs ($42), duck shepherd's pie ($34) and caramel apple Irish whiskey cake ($13). 24 S. Michigan Ave., 312-372-4243, Hard Rock Cafe Chicago The Get Shamrocked event features Irish-inspired food, green beer and themed shots from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, with live music from The Shannon Rovers until 5 p.m. A $5 suggested donation benefits the Hard Rock Heals Foundation. 63 W. Ontario St., 312-943-2252, Highline Pizza Bar The River North sports bar offers a package ($110) featuring an Irish breakfast buffet and four drink tickets to use for call spirits, domestic beer, bloody marys, mimosas, wine or hard seltzer. 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday. 169 W. Kinzie St., 312-533-2742, Industry Ales The Loop brewery hosts DJs and the Joe Fascetta Band on Saturday, offering a limited menu including corned beef and cabbage ($18), Irish cream brownies ($9) and green beer ($7) from 8 a.m. to midnight. Specials offered through Monday (except on parade day) include shepherd's pie ($24), corned beef Reubens ($21) and stout and brisket stew ($31). 230 S. Wabash Ave., 312-496-3624, I|O Godfrey A rooftop bash ($125) includes a breakfast buffet and bottomless beer, mimosas and bloody marys. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. 127 W. Huron St., 312-374-1830, Kindling James Beard Award-winning chef Jonathon Sawyer teams up with Manny's Deli for a wood-fired Reuben made with Manny's corned beef, raclette cheese, gochujang-spiced Russian dressing, kimchi and sauerkraut served on rye with a kosher pickle and fries through Monday. 202 S. Franklin St., 312-789-5992, Michael Jordan's Steak House Irish-inspired specials offered after 5 p.m. Friday through Monday include a Reuben sandwich, corned beef short ribs served with Guinness mustard sauce, Irish coffee, green beer and pints of Guinness. 505 N. Michigan Ave., 312-321-8823, Miru Enjoy spectacular views of the green river at a bash ($175) including Japanese bites, beer, wine, select liquors, specialty cocktails and a DJ. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. 401 E. Wacker Drive, 312-725-7811, Navy Pier A Shamrockin' at the Pier pub crawl ($40) features drink specials, live music and games at seven venues including chef Art Smith's Reunion, Billy Goat Tavern and Harry Caray's Tavern. 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday. 600 E. Grand Ave., Pippin's Tavern A special menu offered throughout the weekend includes a corned beef dinner, shepherd's pie and a beer-battered cod sandwich. The bar hosts bagpipers at 4 and 8:15 p.m. Saturday, 4 p.m. Sunday and 1:15 p.m. Monday, with Irish folk band The Larkin and Moran Brothers playing from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday. 39 E. Chicago Ave., 312-982-2752, River Roast Enjoy views of the green river while dining on $39 corned beef roast Saturday or $21 corned beef hash for brunch on Sunday. 315 N. LaSalle Drive, 312-822-0100, RPM Seafood The riverfront restaurant offers great views of the dyeing during a party ($195) including appetizers, breakfast and lunch dishes, chilled seafood, Tullamore D.E.W. cocktails, a premium bar package and a DJ. 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. 317 N. Clark St., 312-900-9035, Shaw's Crab House Slurp oysters topped with a Guinness mignonette served alongside cocktail sauce with horseradish and Champagne mignonette Friday through Monday. 21 E. Hubbard St., 312-527-2722, Sweetwater Tavern + Grille The bar's annual Kegs N' Eggs pre-parade bash from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday includes $6 green beer and Guinness plus a buffet with scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese, corned beef hash and Bailey's-battered French toast for $25. Sweetwater also offers specials Wednesday through Monday including a pastrami Reuben ($18) and Irish mac n' cheese with caramelized cabbage and shredded corned beef ($22). 225 N. Michigan Ave., 312-698-7111, Three Dots and a Dash The River North bar offers a twist on a mai tai ($18) made with Jameson, lime juice, almond orgeat and dry curacao throughout the weekend. 435 N. Clark St., 312-610-4220, Venteux Start celebrating from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday with a $40 Shamrock & Sips cocktail class where you'll learn how to make three spins on an old-fashioned. Saturday through Monday, the French brasserie offers specials including corned beef sandwiches, an Irish Gold Old-Fashioned made with Jameson Orange and garnished with edible gold and a Lucky Latte blended with white mocha mint syrup. 224 N. Michigan Ave., 312-777-9003, Virgin Hotels Chicago The celebration runs throughout the Loop hotel Saturday, with the Two Zero Three coffee shop pouring Irish coffee while Miss Ricky's serves up Reubens and beer-battered fish and chips. Head to rooftop lounge Cerise for a DJ, themed photo opportunities and food and drink specials from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. 203 N Wabash Ave., 312-940-4400, Woodie's Flat The Old Town bar offers a package ($90) including appetizers, call liquor, domestic beer, Jameson drinks and Irish stout. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. 1535 N. Wells St., 312-643-0093, Yardbird Celebrate at a bash ($30) with Green River bourbon giveaways and cocktails, Southern bites and a DJ. 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. 530 N. Wabash Ave., 312-999-9760, North Side & Northwest Side Alma at Hotel Zachary A Lucky Tea party features storytelling and bites including mini corned beef sandwiches, green deviled eggs and beer brats on mini pretzel buns. Tickets are $45 for adults, $30 for kids. Add on a kid's craft for $25. 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday. 3630 N. Clark St., 773-302-2326, Budweiser Brickhouse Tavern The Wrigleyville bar offers a breakfast buffet and a drink package ($65 to $70) including call liquor, domestic beer, Jameson drinks, Irish stout and hard seltzer. 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. 3647 N. Clark St., 773-377-4770, The Butcher's Tap Celebrate with three hours of green draft beer, mimosas, call cocktails, party favors and bagpipe performances for $30 to $35 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Your ticket also gets you into McGees Tavern & Grill from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, where you'll have a chance to win a trip to Ireland. 3553 N. Southport Ave., 773-325-0123, Charm'd Bar Decked out with over-the-top decor, the Wrigleyville pop-up running through Monday offers $6 green beer, $30 Irish whiskey flights, $18 Bailey's mint martinis, $16 Irish nachos and $18 Reuben sliders. Come from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday for Guinness sampling. Admission is $10 and includes a welcome shot. 3505 N. Clark St., 833-466-3758, Chief O'Neill's Pub & Restaurant The Irish pub celebrates St. Patrick's Day with a packed schedule of festivities including live Irish music and dance performances Friday through Monday, with a $10 cover beginning at noon Saturday and 3 p.m. Monday. A $45 buffet of Irish favorites offered Saturday and Monday includes fish and chips, corned beef and cabbage and shepherd's pie. Chief O'Neill's is the kickoff spot for the Avondale St. Patrick's Day parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, with doors opening at 8 a.m. 3471 N. Elston Ave., 773-583-3066, Cody's Public House From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, the Lakeview bar offers $3 green mimosas, $4 green beer and $5 Guinness. On Monday, the bar hosts samplings from Tullamore D.E.W. at 2 p.m., Jameson at 4 p.m. and Proper 12 at 6 p.m., when you can also get your dog's picture put on a pint of Guinness. 1658 W. Barry Ave., 773-799-8217, The Graystone Tavern The Wrigleyville bar offers specials through Sunday including $5 green beer, $6 Tullamore D.E.W. shots, $8 Guinness, $10 car bombs and $14 Reubens. Buy a Guinness at 5 p.m. Friday and you can keep the glass. A $40 package offered from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday includes a breakfast buffet, green beer, mimosas and bloody marys. 3441 N. Sheffield Ave., 773-666-5450, The J. Parker A rooftop bash ($60 to $65) features a DJ and four drink tickets that can be spent on select spirits, hard seltzer, hard cider, bloody marys, mimosas or beer. 9 a.m. to noon. 1816 N. Clark St., 312-254-4747, Lark Specials offered Friday through Sunday include $5 green Bud Light, $6 Guinness pints and $8 Irish car bombs. The bar offers corned beef and shepherd's pie from 5-9 p.m. and hosts a drag brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday with bottomless green mimosas, bellinis, sangria, bloody marys and Nutrl. Irish dancers perform throughout the weekend. 3441 N. Halsted St., 773-799-8968, Lottie's Pub A $40 package offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday includes eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, chicken tenders, hash browns, green beer and mimosas. Sunday, the bar offers $5 Tullamore D.E.W., $6 bloody marys, $8 breakfast sandwiches and $12 hangover burgers. Get a $6 pint of Guinness topped with a picture of your face at 4 p.m. Monday. 1925 W. Cortland St., 773-489-0738, McGee's Tavern & Grille You'll have the chance to win a trip to Ireland at a bash ($35) including a breakfast buffet, domestic drafts, mimosas, screwdrivers, bagpipers and giveaways. 8-11 a.m. Saturday. 950 W. Webster Ave., 773-549-8200, Summer House Santa Monica Wear green to brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and you'll receive a $25 gift card to use for a future visit. You can also grab themed cookies from the restaurant's cookie bar through Sunday. 1954 N. Halsted St., 773-634-4100, West Side & Near West Side Bandit The bar's second floor gets decked out in green decor for a bash ($75) including mimosas, well cocktails and passed bites. 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. 841 W. Randolph St., 312-878-3111, Fatpour Tap Works A bash spread across two floors includes call drinks, domestic beer, Jameson, Irish stout and appetizers for $70 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Fatpour also offers a $22 Fat Leprechaun burger featuring corned beef, Swiss, 1000 Island dressing and sauerkraut at all of its locations through April 7. 2005 W. Division St., 773-698-8940, Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago The Fulton Market brewery celebrates St. Patrick's Day Friday through Monday with live music, guided tastings and giveaways, donating $5 from each of the $10-$30 tickets sold to the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Throughout the month, you can try special brews including an Irish breakfast tea amber ale and an Irish barley lager and dine on a three-course menu including potato soup, bangers and mash, and brown bread pudding. 901 W. Kinzie St., 312-521-0900, Ina Mae Tavern & Packaged Goods The New Orleans-inspired bar goes Irish Saturday and Sunday, serving $10 Jameson Irish coffees and whiskey sours along with $10 Maker's Mark whiskey punch. 1415 N. Wood St., 773-360-8320, Lemon The West Town cocktail bar hosts a Tullamore D.E.W. happy hour from 4-6 p.m. Monday with specials including an Irish Whiskey Smash, Irish coffee, and a shot of Tully with an 8-ounce Guinness. 1600 W. Grand Ave., Mac's Wood Grilled Irish-inspired specials offered Saturday through Monday include Reubens ($17), loaded potato soup ($12), Guinness drafts ($7) and Paddy's Irish whiskey shots ($6). 1801 W. Division St., 773-782-4400, Old St. Patrick's Catholic Church The fourth annual family-friendly Shamrock'n bash ($30-$60; $10 for kids) features a pop-up pub serving Irish food, Guinness and Baileys, plus performances by Chicago Garda and Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band, kids activities and a raffle. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 625 W. Adams St., 312-648-1021, The Publican Chef Joe Spain adds a corned beef sandwich on rye ($18) to the menu during brunch and lunch Saturday through Monday, while dinner features shepherd's pie ($26) and ham chop with colcannon ($34). 837 W. Fulton Market, 312-733-9555, Ranalli's West Loop A party package ($45-$50) includes call spirits, domestic beer, hard seltzer, mimosas and a buffet. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. 1326 W. Madison St., 312-981-7100, Tuman's Tap & Grill Specials offered Saturday through Monday include $10 corned beef sandwiches, $19 corned beef and cabbage dinners, $7 Guinness pints and $6 shots of Paddy's Irish whiskey. 2159 W. Chicago Ave., 773-782-1400, South Side & Near South Side Nicky's of Beverly The fast-casual spot is along the South Side Irish Parade route, so stop in for specials offered through Monday including a corned beef sandwich, Irish old fashioned and It Ain't Easy Being Green, a cocktail made with cucumber and mint infused vodka and lemonade (all $10). 10500 S. Western Ave., 773-233-3072, Old Time Tap This Hegewisch bar is running Irish-themed specials all month, including $4.50 Guinness, $6 Dublin mules and $5 Shamrocked Shooters made with Irish cream and Irish whiskey. 13501 S. Brandon Ave., 773-307-4209, Suburban and multiple locations Bar Louie Celebrate Saturday through Monday with specials including a $17 Reuben sandwich, $13 Irish old fashioned, $5 Guinness blended with Angry Orchard, $4.50 green Miller Lite and $4 Jameson sidecars served with any beer purchase. Multiple locations, Beatrix The barbecue spot offers a $18 Reuben and $30 corned beef and cabbage special on Sunday. 2391 N. Hicks Road, Palatine, 847-701-8243, Farm Bar Enjoy a corned beef sandwich or corned beef with braised cabbage for dinner Saturday through Monday or corned beef hash during Sunday brunch. Kids under 12 who wear green eat free on Monday. 1300 W. Wellington Ave., 773-281-2599 and 1970 W. Montrose Ave., 773-770-9081, The Hampton Social All of the restaurant's Chicago area locations serve $17 green frosé made with Tito's vodka, rosé and peach puree through Monday. Multiple locations, Happy Camper Celebrate in Old Town or Wrigleyville with a drink package and breakfast buffet ($85-$100). 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. 1209 N. Wells St., 312-344-1634 and 3458 N. Clark St., 312-872-5959; Hewn Place an order by 8 p.m. Wednesday to pick up Irish soda bread ($9.75) or a pair of corned beef and cabbage hand pies ($14) Saturday or Sunday. 1733 Central St., Evanston, 847-869-4396; L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge Order a Reuben sandwich or corned beef and cabbage and finish your meal with a slice of Baileys Irish cream pie. The bar will be whipping up grasshoppers and key lime pie martinis. The specials are offered through Monday. 7110 N. Lincoln Ave., Lincolnwood; 847-677-3350; Sullivan's Steakhouse Try a Shamrock Martini made with Ketel One vodka, Midori, Cointreau, lime and lemon juice, and edible glitter ($16) or a Four-Leaf Clover Old Fashioned blended with Four Roses ($15) served Saturday through Monday. 244 S. Main St., Naperville, 630-305-0230, Sweet Mandy B's Specials available Friday through Monday include Lucky Charms Rice Krispies treats, shamrock cookies and pot of gold cupcakes. 1208 W. Webster Ave., 773-244-1174 and 254 E. Ontario St., 312-255-1632; Wildfire Celebrate Friday through Monday with a corned beef and cabbage plate ($35) and chocolate stout cake ($11). Multiple locations, Samantha Nelson is a freelance writer. Originally Published: March 10, 2025 at 9:15 AM CDT
