Where Chicago Tradition Meets Memphis Style BBQ Perfection
We proudly serve our BBQ meticulously slow roasted for up to 14 hours
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 22 through Sunday October 26 Live Events
Group Trivia
Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday: 9 PM to 11 PM
Free to play and 3 amazing prizes
Wednesday October 22
9:00 PM
This Weeks Host:
Joshua Robertson and The Saints
Every fourth Thursday
Thursday October 23
8:00 PM
Join us Friday for a live instrumental trio: jazz, funk, soul and rock classics! No cover, all ages welcome.
Friday October 24
8:00 PM
Acoustic Lounge Saturdays
Join us every Saturday for an afternoon of acoustic music during our Acoustic Lounge Saturdays!
Saturday October 25
3:00 PM
A musical revival of The Doors with all its psychedelic intensity and precision but without the cheesy gimmicks. This Saturday at The Tonk!
Saturday October 25
9:00 PM
Chicago based DJ Pete Phunk and Vega every second and fourth Sunday. House, tech, EDM, new wave industrial goth, and more!
Sunday October 26
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Every Sunday
An authentic and bold approach in interpreting the jazz and hot dance styles of the 1920s and 1930s!
Sunday October 26
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
Home to all kinds of events
Host your event at The Tonk or the Pilsen Secret Garden, our partner venue located just moments away
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
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