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 December 31 through Sunday January 4 Live Events
Join us this Wednesday for a NYE Night of adventure
Balloon drop, confetti, and NYE toys
Bottomless champagne:
2 hours - $45
Wednesday December 31
9 PM - 1 AM
Closed Thursday for Holiday
Thursday January 1
DJ Pete Phunk and Vega are featured artists at The Tonk! House, tech, EDM, and new wave industrial goth.
Friday January 2
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Join us this Saturday for a night of piano with drinks and BBQ! With classic jazz and blues!
Saturday January 3
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
An authentic and bold approach in interpreting the jazz and hot
dance styles of the 1920s and 1930s!
Balloon drop, confetti, and NYE toys
Sunday January 4
9:30 PM - 12:30 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
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