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

Thursday March 5 through
Sunday March 8



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UNRLSD

Join us for this week's Open Jam Thursday featuring Unreleased with Tyvon "Tank" Rice!

Thursday March 5
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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Cry of Love & Trace the Shadow

Come to The Tonk for an evening of classic Psychedelic Rock and BBQ with Cry of Love and Trace the Shadow!

Friday March 6
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Poster for Girl Crush and Guilty Pleasures performing at The Tonk Chicago
Guilty Pleasure & Girl Crush

Join us Saturday night for live music with Girl Crush and Guilty Pleasure!

Saturday March 7
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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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! Join us for great music and BBQ in Pilsen.

Sunday March 8
7:00 PM - 10:00 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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Image of The Tonk Chicago's food

Get In Touch With The Tonk Chicago

Questions, feedback, concerns?


The Tonk Chicago's Hours
Dine-In Hours

Thursday - Friday:
4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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

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

Carry-Out Hours

Thursday - Sunday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday and Wednesday:
Open for catering only

Monday - Wednesday:
Closed for dine in and carry out

1800 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

Direct orders: (312) 226-7427