Three women toasting with wine glasses at The Cellar Door

10 Ways to Treat The Team

Employee Appreciation Day is Friday, March 6!

Looking for the perfect way to show your gratitude to your team for Employee Appreciation Day on Friday, March 6? From pizza parties and sweet treats to team bonding over lunch or happy hour, here’s a host of ideas to show your team you care!

1. Lettuce Gift Cards

This may just be the perfect gift for Employee Appreciation Day! Lettuce Gift Cards are redeemable at 100+ Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants nationwide, and they never expire. Plus, Lettuce eGift Cards can be purchased last-minute and will hit your employees’ inboxes almost immediately.

Purchase Lettuce Entertain You Gift Cards on Lettuce.com or through the LettuceEats App.

2. Happy Hour

Post-work drinks are a no-brainer for Employee Appreciation Day! Toast to their achievements at Lettuce’s most delicious happy hours in Chicago such as il Porcellino (pictured above), indulge in Happy-tizers at Happy Camper – Las Vegas, and many more.

Check out our Happy Hour guide to find the perfect vibe for your team!

3. Catered Lunch

A Mediterranean feast of spreads and mezze from Ema in River North and Glenview is just one of Lettuce’s myriad options for impressive office catering. Order up boxed lunches from Beatrix, a taco bar from Tallboy Taco, maki and nigiri party platters from Sushi-san, and more—we’ve got everything you need to feed the team spirit!

Discover more corporate catering ideas to wow the office.

4. Pizza Party

Throw the ultimate pizza party with these must-try pies! From Saranello’s classic Tavern-Style Pizzas to Pizzeria Portofino’s hand-stretched pies, there’s something to satisfy every slice-lover at the table.

Check out our guide to our favorite pizzas.

5. Team Karaoke at Ramen-san – Lincoln Park

Nothing brings colleagues together like a good old fashioned sing along! Build your own ramen bowls and tuck into bao buns, and other Asian-inspired bites while fighting for your life on the mic in the lower level private dining room at Ramen-san – Lincoln Park, equipped with microphones, speakers and a TV, and accommodating up to 40 guests.

To learn more or book, contact Ramen-san Lincoln Park.

6. Bagel Breakfast from Decker’s Sourdough Bagels

Treat the team to a surprise breakfast complete with delicious bagels and spreads from Decker’s Sourdough Bagels! Since Decker’s only pops up at Wildfire – River North on Saturdays, pick some up over the weekend and treat your team first thing Monday morning—it’s a delicious way to start the week on a high note.
Follow Decker’s on Instagram @Deckerssoughdoughbagels for updates on upcoming pop-ups.

Explore more Things to Do at Lettuce!

7. Italian Dinner Party at Osteria Via Stato

Celebrate your work famiglia with The Italian Dinner Party at Osteria Via Stato! Come together over a bounty of chef-selected antipasti and house-made seasonal pastas served family-style, followed by a choice of individually plated entrées and desserts. Guests can choose from dishes like Slow Braised Short Rib or Chicken Mario with broccolini or seasonal fish.

View Osteria Via Stato’s Italian Dinner Party menu or make a reservation at Osteria Via Stato.

8. Wine Tasting at The Cellar Door at The Oakville Grill & Cellar

Step inside The Cellar Door and take a trip to California wine country without ever leaving Chicago. Situated inside Fulton Market favorite The Oakville Grill & Cellar, the intimate wine-tasting room offers seating for up to six guests and emulates the tasting room experience of a featured California vineyard, rotating monthly.

Make a reservation for The Cellar Door tasting experience.

9. Cookies from Summer House

Brighten everyone’s day at the office with some sweet treats from The Cookie Bar at Summer House. With options from nostalgic Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter and Birthday Cake Sprinkle, to unique flavors like Lemon and Wild Thai Banana, there’s something for everyone!

Order cookies from the Summer House location nearest you.

10. Whole Norwegian King Crab at Shaw’s Crab House

Shell out for an unforgettable meal with your team by sharing the Shaw’s Crab House Whole King Crab Experience, which serves 6-7 (market price, plus tax, gratuity not included). Looking for a more casual vibe? Snag a seat in the Oyster Bar. Any visit to Shaw’s will make Employee Appreciation Day extra special!
Make a reservation at Shaw’s – Chicago.
Make a reservation at Shaw’s – Schaumburg.