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

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Listen to live music while enjoying award winning BBQ

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This Week's Live Events

Wednesday October 22 through Sunday October 26 Live Events

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Wednesdays at The Tonk

Group Trivia

Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday: 9 PM to 11 PM
Free to play and 3 amazing prizes

Wednesday October 22
9:00 PM

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Open Jam Thursdays

This Weeks Host:

Joshua Robertson and The Saints
Every fourth Thursday

Thursday October 23
8:00 PM

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KW3

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

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Emil Rojo

Acoustic Lounge Saturdays

Join us every Saturday for an afternoon of acoustic music during our Acoustic Lounge Saturdays!

Saturday October 25
3:00 PM

Emil Rojo's Website
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The Lizard Kings

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

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DJ Pete Phunk and Vega

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

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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 26
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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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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Home to all kinds of events

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

Book The Tonk for Private Events
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Perfect for weddings, fundraisers, cocktail receptions, studio productions, networking events and more


Pilsen Secret Garden

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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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