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

Pilsen's Cinco De Mayo
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.

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Listen to live music while enjoying award winning BBQ

This Week's Live Events



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Rock And Rhymes

Free Concert

Hosted by Diane Green, Ricky Liontones, DJ Killer Diller, and DJ Sir Robert

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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

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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.

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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

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Rebel Stereo

With Elusions, Imperfections, and Violet Waves

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Club Crib

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

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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 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

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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

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