BEATS BOOZE AND BRUNCH

DJ Classic Crow and Gil G

Breakfast buffet! Join us Saturday October 18 in Pilsen for brunch. Doors open 11:30 AM. Cocktail flights and drink packages available.

Poster for Holiday

Where Chicago Tradition Meets Memphis Style BBQ Perfection


We proudly serve our BBQ meticulously slow roasted for up to 14 hours

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Image of The Tonk Chicago's food
Image of The Tonk Chicago's food

Roasted with wood fire only, and served dry rubbed with our signature sauces on the side

Listen to live music while enjoying award winning BBQ

This Week's Live Events

Wednesday October 15 through Sunday October 19 Live Events

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Wednesdays at The Tonk

House Karaoke

Don't miss Karaoke at The Tonk! Every first and third Wednesday
8:00 PM to close.

Wednesday October 15
8:00 PM

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Open Jam Thursdays

Juan Gabriel Tribute

With Ian Valetin and Mimi Martinez
Every third thursday of the month!

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Violet Hour

Join us this Friday for an evening of good music and bbq with Violet Hour, Xpoetix, and Medialuna!

Friday October 17
9:00 PM

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BEATS BOOZE AND BRUNCH

DJ Classic Crow and Gil G

Breakfast buffet! Join us Saturday in Pilsen for brunch. Doors open 11:30 AM. Cocktail flights and drink packages available.

Saturday October 18
11:30 AM to 3:00 PM

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Sur 2

Acoustic Lounge Saturdays

Join us every Saturday for an afternoon of acoustic music. This week featuring Diana Mosquera and Daniel Gomez

Saturday October 18
3:00 PM

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My Empire

A rock, metal, and alternative band from Chicago. Join us this Saturday in Pilsen for BBQ and live music!

Saturday October 18
9:00 PM

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Mateo Suarez

Acoustic Lounge Saturdays

Join us this sunday for instrumentalist & sound engineer Mateo Suarez who makes blue & marigold tones

Sunday October 19
3:00 PM

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Chicago Cellar Boys

Every Sunday

An authentic and bold approach in interpreting the jazz and hot dance styles of the 1920s and 1930s!

Sunday October 19
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Catering Services and special events

Our award winning BBQ is available for catering Tuesday through Sunday. We bring the flavors of The Tonk to your doorstep, wherever you may be!

Dedicated Catering Number: (312) 550-8207

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Image of The Tonk Chicago's food

Home to all kinds of events

Host your event at The Tonk or the Pilsen Secret Garden, our partner venue located just moments away

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Image of The Tonk Chicago's food

Perfect for weddings, fundraisers, cocktail receptions, studio productions, networking events and more


Bringing over 30 years experience in hosting special events

Including both The Tonk Chicago and the Pilsen Secret Garden, we bring over 30 years of experience in special events

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Get In Touch With The Tonk Chicago

Questions, feedback, concerns?


The Tonk Chicago's Hours
Dine-In Hours

Wednesday - Friday:
4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Saturday - Sunday:
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday - Saturday:
11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Late night menu available

Carry-Out Hours

Wednesday - Sunday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday:
Open for catering only

Monday - Tuesday:
Closed for dine in and carry out

1800 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

Direct orders: (312) 226-7427