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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 November 12 through Sunday November 16



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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 November 12
9:00 PM

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Open Jam Thursdays

This Weeks Host:

The Masters Collection with Tracy Baker

Every second thursday of the month!

Thursday November 13
8:00 PM

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Heartbreak Hil

Rough-and-Ready Country Blues

Join us this Friday for an evening of rough-and-ready country blues with Heartbreak Hil!

Friday November 14
9:00 PM

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Nico Suave

Acoustic Lounge Saturdays

Join us this Saturday afternoon for acoustic music with Nico Suave!

Saturday November 15
3:00 PM

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Kronovox y SoloVoz

Synth-rock, electro-rock, post-punk, synthwave and electro-pop

Saturday November 15
9:00 PM

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Mateo Suarez

Join us this Sunday afternoon for good music and BBQ with multi-instrumentalist and producer Mateo Suarez!

Sunday November 16
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 November 16
7:00 PM - 10:00 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