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
Bar Crawl 2025
Saturday, May 3rd | Doors: 12PM - 6PM
Join the crawl across 8 Pilsen bars! Participating venues
include:
La Vaca Margarita Bar, Twisted Cantina, Pizza
Cantina, Señoritas Cantina, La Mejikana, Giant Penny Whistle,
Simone's, and The Tonk
Ticket includes 1 cocktail at every bar.
Listen to live music while enjoying award winning BBQ
This Week's Live Events
Rock And Rhymes
Free Concert
Hosted by Diane Green, Ricky Liontones, DJ Killer Diller, and DJ Sir Robert
Wednesday April 30
8:00 PM
Open Jam Thursdays
This Weeks Host:
Antoine Anthony and the Chicago Players
Join us for an open jam session every Thursday!
Thursday May 1
8:00 PM
606 Chicago Open Mic & Hip Hop Showcase
Hosts: Shadowmaster MC and Anyi Ahlation
DJ Kin Solo on the 1S and 2S. First three guests to sign up get 10 minutes to perform! Open to all ages.
Friday May 2
8:00 PM
Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl
Join the crawl across 8 Pilsen bars!
The Tonk is one of 8 stops on the Pilsen Cinco de Mayo Bar Crawl!
Ticket includes 1 cocktail at every bar.
Saturday May 3
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
With Elusions, Imperfections, and Violet Waves
Saturday May 3
9:00 PM
Every Sunday
Club Crib is a Chicago-based one of a kind musical and visual trio featuring Live R&B and Soul!
Sunday May 4
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 May 4
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