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Fall is officially here! This month, have a ghouls’ night out for Halloween, cheer for your favorite team over game day eats, celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab in Chicago’s River North, enjoy specials for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, sip zero-proof cocktails for Sober October, and more.
Updated October 21, 2025
From Wednesday, October 1 – Friday, October 31, celebrate National Pizza & Pasta Month at Antico Posto with classics and specials available for dine-in, carryout and delivery! Enjoy signatures such as Prosciutto & Burrata Pizza and Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka along with exclusive specials: Truffled Quattro Formaggio Brick Oven Pizza with black truffle cream, grana padano, mozzarella, provolone, ricotta, black pepper, available from Wednesday, October 1 – Wednesday, October 15 for $18.95 each, plus tax, and Butternut Squash Ravioli with brown butter sauce, roasted butternut squash and candied walnuts, available from Thursday, October 13 – Friday, October 31 for $23.95, plus tax.
Learn more about National Pizza & Pasta Month at Antico Posto
In celebration of Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!’s 40th Anniversary, Chicago’s original Spanish tapas restaurant is rotating in some throwback fan favorites as “Time Capsule Tapas” on its specials menu throughout the rest of this year and into 2026. Make a reservation to taste your way down memory lane!
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Di Pescara continues their 20th Anniversary celebration with an unbeatable lunch special! Monday – Friday from 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, enjoy a two-course lunch menu for just $20 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). Options include a choice of one item per guest for each course, with starters including: Our Chopped Salad, Orchard Salad, Simple Salad, Traditional Caesar Salad, or cup of Creamy Tomato-Basil Soup. Second course options include: Chicken Milanese, Chicken Brioni, Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Giardiniera, Penne Tomato Vodka with Grilled Chicken, Small Chopped Salad with Grilled Chicken or Grilled Shrimp, Spicy Tuna Maki Roll, Mezze Rigatoni with Pork & Beef Ragù, Four-Cheese Ravioli with Pomodoro Sauce, Turkey Burger with Swiss, Lettuce, Tomato and Fries, Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Sauce or Petite-Cut Almond-Crusted Whitefish with Brussels Sprouts and Lemon Butter. Di Pescara’s 20th Anniversary 2 for $20 Lunch Special is dine-in only, no substitutions, no sharing.
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From Wednesday, October 1 – Friday, October 31, dine-in or or carryout Di Pescara’s Supper Club meal featuring new October specials: Butternut Squash Ravioli or Whitefish Piccata for $29.95 each, plus tax (gratuity not included).
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Football season is back! Every Saturday and Sunday, score big with L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge’s Game Day menu for dine-in, carryout and delivery, including: Turkey Chili with Tillamook cheddar and diced onion for $7.95 per cup / $10.95 per bowl, plus tax; Buffalo Chicken Dip with blue cheese, scallion, vegetable crudité and tortilla chips for $12.95, plus tax; and Pigs in a Blanket, Vienna links wrapped in croissant topped with everything seasoning and served with whole grain mustard for dipping, for $14.95, plus tax (gratuity not included). Plus, cater your tailgate with same-day ordering available for large format Game Day specials serving 8-10 each!
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The Bluefin Tuna Experience has returned to Miru at The St. Regis. Now available every Wednesday, book a front row seat at at the eight-seat sushi bar to delight in this one-of-a-kind culinary journey, with two seatings available at 5:00 PM or 7:30 PM. From lean to fatty, the multi-course menu will guide you through the unique nuances of Bluefin, thoughtfully paired with Japanese ingredients to enhance every bite. Conclude your tasting journey with Miru’s signature Miru-Ichi dessert, and elevate your experience with optional wine and sake pairings. The cost is $150 per person, plus tax and service fee, not including beverage pairings.
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Craving pizza? Saranello’s in Wheeling has got you covered! From Wednesday, October 1 – Friday, October 31, get a FREE 12″ Cheese Pizza when you spend $75 or more on any carryout or delivery order placed online through saranellos.com. Not applicable towards gift cards, merchandise, tax or other fees. Get a free cheese pizza applied automatically when you spend a minimum of $75. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Only valid on orders placed online through saranellos.com. Offer valid October 1 – October 31, 2025.
Place your online carryout or delivery order at Saranellos.com
Shuck yeah! Happy Hour is back at Shaw’s Crab House in Chicago. Head to the Oyster Bar for half-priced Oysters on the Half Shell, along with select bites and drink specials, available from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday. Happy Hour is available for dine-in only.
Learn more about happy hour at Shaw’s Crab House – Chicago
This October, The Oakville welcomes L’Aventure Winery to The Cellar Door, The Oakville Grill & Cellar’s six-seat intimate wine tasting room. Nestled in the heart of Paso Robles, the L’Aventure Winery thrives in the unique terroir of the region, where challenging conditions shape wines of exceptional depth, complexity, and elegance. Savor pours of their current selection as The Oakville sommelier team transports you to California wine country. A chef-curated cheese & salumi pairing is available to add-on to the experience. This experience is $65 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
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From Monday, October 20 – Friday, October 31, Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is celebrating is 25th Anniversary in Chicago by offering a four-course signature menu featuring Joe’s famous Florida Stone Crab, along with a selection of starters, entrées, sides, and desserts, including favorites such as Crab Bisque, Filet Mignon, and Joe’s Fried Chicken. This special menu is available for dine-in only for $125 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Make a reservation at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab – Chicago
Join Beatrix at Oak Brook Center on Tuesday, October 21 at 6:00 PM for our first-ever Trivia Night! Round up some friends and test your knowledge during a Halloween-themed Trivia Night hosted by Chicago’s best Pub Trivia Game, ‘Whaddayaknow,’ while sipping your favorite drinks and competing for prizes! Tickets are FREE with a minimum purchase of two beverages required. (Valid on cocktails, beer, wine, non-alcoholic, soft drinks, coffee and tea.) Reservations are recommended, with walk-ins welcome – subject to availability.
Reserve your spot for Trivia Night at Beatrix – Oak Brook
Join Wildfire in Schaumburg for a fall beer dinner! The evening will feature a custom four-course menu each paired with a beer from Three Floyds Brewing, a craft brewery featuring artisan beers from Munster, Indiana. Rob Salitore, Illinois Market Manager for Three Floyds Brewing, will join as guest speaker to discuss the evening’s pairings. Tickets are $80 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). Event begins at 6:30 PM.
Purchase tickets to the 30th Anniversary Wine Dinner at Wildfire – Schaumburg on Tuesday, October 21
Reserve your seat to ‘Sip With The Sommelier’, the wine tasting class that invites you to sip and savor 2-3-oz. pours of California wines as Ema Sommelier John C. Slatter guides you through the profiles, regions, climates and wineries unique to the state. Taking place in Ema Glenview’s inviting private dining space, The Vanessa Room, enjoy a selection of perfectly-paired, Mediterranean-inspired bites as you follow (and sip) along with your own personal wine map! Tickets are $84.95 per person, plus tax and 20% gratuity. Please note, this event is served family-style and includes communal seating.
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Join Wildfire – Eden Prairie for a very special wine dinner in honor of the brand’s 30th anniversary and featuring Justin Vineyards, producer of world-class wines from the heart of California. Executive Chef / Partner Joe Decker has created a five-course custom menu, and Sabrina Franz, Justin Vineyards & Winery Division Sales Manager will join as guest speaker to discuss the evening’s pairings, which include a main course of Saddle of Colorado Lamb Wellington served with pesto, spinach, fall vegetable gratin and natural juices paired with Justin Vineyards & Winery Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles ’22 and an Anniversary Cupcake for dessert made with dark chocolate cake filled with Door County cherries and chocolate frosting paired with Justin Vineyards & Winery Isosceles, Paso Robles ’22. Tickets are $145 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). The event begins at 6:30 PM.
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Back by popular demand! On Saturday, October 25 starting at 9:00 AM until they sell out, Summer House – Lincoln Park will welcome the second pop-up of Decker’s Sourdough Bagels, Chicago’s newest hand-rolled artisan sourdough bagels and house-made whipped cream cheese spreads available for carryout only from the Beach House Bar at Summer House, by the single, half-dozen and dozen. And, Summer House will again serve two exclusive brunch sandwiches featuring the bagels for dine-in during brunch only: A BLT Bagel Sandwich; and a Bagel Egg Sandwich.
Pre-order Decker’s Sourdough Bagels for Saturday, October 25
YES, the cakes are FAKE! Join Sushi-san – Lincoln Park in the Dojo on Sunday, October 26 from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM for a one-of-a-kind custom wall art event with Anna Lasbury of Crappy Cake Art. Anna is a local Chicago artist best known for her hyper realistic cake-looking canvases. Bring your favorite phrase and design inspo, and watch “Chef” Anna bring your vision to life while you enjoy Sushi-san favorites. The event runs in staggered time slots, giving guests plenty of time to select their favorite base and talk through design and phrasing with the artist. Tickets are $110 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included) and includes a scheduled time slot, your cake artwork, made-to-order handrolls, light snacks, and one signature Sushi-san cocktail. A cash bar is available for additional beverages. Space is limited; please be sure to arrive promptly to meet with the artist during your selected time slot.
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Beatrix is marking a decade of serving up all-day dining to the Streeterville community by bringing back some house favorites for a weeklong celebration! From Monday, October 27 – Monday, November 3, enjoy the Braised Pot Roast & Egg Sandwich with white cheddar, caramelized onion and Mama Lil’s peppers during weekday breakfast and weekend brunch, and the Turkey & Sweet Potato Neatloaf with blistered kale, smashed potatoes and vegetable gravy during weekday lunch and dinner. Plus, be sure to pop by the coffee and pastry counter for exclusive $1 Drip Coffees and $1 Chocolate Chunk Cookies after 3:00 PM*! (*Tax applicable. Available only at the coffee and pastry counter while supplies last.)
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Join RPM Steak on Tuesday, October 28 at 7:30 PM for a special evening celebrating one of the finest Napa Valley estates, Grace Family Vineyards. Led by RPM Steak’s Sommelier team and Director of Grace Family Vineyards Shawn DeMartino, guests will enjoy insights on the winemaking techniques, vineyard sources, and history that make Grace Family wines so sought after. This event will feature celebrated vintages served alongside a multi-course tasting menu designed to accentuate each pour. Seats for this engagement are limited, so whether you are a lover of Napa Valley wines or simply interested in a memorable dining experience, this is an evening not to be missed. Tickets are $395 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
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Join El Segundo Sol and Patron Tequila on Thursday, October 30, at 6:00 PM for an evening honoring El Dia de Los Muertos. Savor a multi-course meal with dishes such as Zucchini Blossoms with Lobster, Taco de Pulpo al Pastor, Filet Mignon and dessert of Cinnamon Pan Muerto, inspired by the traditional sweet bread of Día de los Muertos, each paired with exclusive cocktails featuring Patrón’s Añejo, Cristalino, El Alto, and more. In honor of the day of remembrance, enjoy a spirited evening of flavor and togetherness, all complemented by the one-night-only menu that is not to be missed! Tickets are $95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
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Atwater Cocktail Club takes over The Bamboo Room at Three Dots and a Dash as Beverage Director Kate Boushel presents a four-course tasting menu from the award-winning Canadian bar. Coming in at number 36 on North America’s 50 Best Bars List 2025 – guests can anticipate to enjoy four full-sized cocktails while getting to experience the incredible hospitality and technique-driven cocktails that the Montreal cocktail bar has to offer. Seatings are available from 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM for $80 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). Reservations are limited to 1.5 hours.
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On Tuesday, November 1 at 6:00 PM, join The Omakase Room at Sushi-san for an unforgettable dinner and rare pairing experience with Nikka Japanese Whisky. Guests will dine alongside U.S. Nikka Brand Manager Patrick Moniz, who will guide the evening with pours from the distillery’s celebrated portfolio including the limited Aromatic Yeast collection and age-stated expressions. Each curated pour will be thoughtfully paired with the 18-course omakase menu from Chef Kaze Chan. Tickets are $350 per person, plus tax (pairing included), with a $100 deposit due at booking. A 20% service fee is added to all checks.
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Join Wildfire in Lincolnshire for the last beer dinner of the year! The evening begins at 6:30 PM and will feature a custom four-course menu paired with beers from Chicago’s very own Moody Tongue to complement. Jim DeBolt, Director of Sales for Moody Tongue, will join as guest speaker to discuss the evening’s pairings, which will include Seared Sea Scallops and Crispy Stuffed Doritos® paired with Moody Tongue Orange Blossom (Belgian Blonde), Sliced New York Strip Steak with butternut squash risotto paired with Moody Tongue Juiced Lychee (IPA), plus two additional delicious pairings. Tickets are $80 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Buy tickets to the Moody Tongue Beer Dinner at Wildfire – Lincolnshire on Thursday, November 6
Friday Lunch Flamenco Shows at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! are back! On Friday, November 7 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, mix your passion for paella, tapas, and sangria with a passionate performance of flamenco. Revel in the flamenco troupe’s contemporary take on the classic dance style as you enjoy your Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! favorites. The event cover is $25 per person, plus the price of your meal (tax and gratuity not included).
Buy tickets to Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!’s Friday Lunch Flamenco Show
In celebration of Summer House’s 12th Anniversary in Lincoln Park, kids ages 10 years and younger eat free all day from Monday, November 10 – Thursday, November 13! Bring in the family to enjoy kids’ classics like All-Natural Chicken Fingers, Grilled Cheese, Silver Dollar Pancakes, and more. Each kids meal comes with a choice of fresh fruit or French fries. Offer available for dine-in only.
Make a reservation at Summer House – Lincoln Park
Join Wildfire in Oak Brook, Schaumburg and Glenview for the last beer dinner of the year! Each evening begins at 6:30 PM and will feature a custom four-course menu paired with beers from Chicago’s very own Moody Tongue to complement. Jim DeBolt, Director of Sales for Moody Tongue, will join as guest speaker to discuss the evening’s pairings, which will include Seared Sea Scallops and Crispy Stuffed Doritos® paired with Moody Tongue Orange Blossom (Belgian Blonde), Sliced New York Strip Steak with butternut squash risotto paired with Moody Tongue Juiced Lychee (IPA), plus two additional delicious pairings. Tickets are $80 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Buy tickets to the Moody Tongue Beer Dinner at Wildfire – Oak Brook on Monday, November 10
Buy tickets to the Moody Tongue Beer Dinner at Wildfire – Schaumburg on Tuesday, November 11
Buy tickets to the Moody Tongue Beer Dinner at Wildfire – Glenview on Wednesday, November 12
On Wednesday, November 12, join Aba – Chicago for an intimate fall tasting experience guided by Sommelier John C. Slatter, featuring Italian wines from regions including Piedmont, Toscana, Sicily and more, paired with an exclusive four-course menu crafted by Chef Partner CJ Jacobson. Savor family-style mezze including Hummus with Spicy Brassicus, Charred Octopus Salad, Brasato al Brunello, Creamy Parmesan Polenta, and more while learning about each selected wine pour. Tickets to the November Cellar Tasting Series are $119.95 per person, plus tax and 20% gratuity. There are two seatings available – 5:30 PM and 8:15 PM – please ensure you select your preferred time slot at the time of booking. Please email AbaCS@lettuce.com with any special requests, dietary restrictions, or would prefer bar or hightop table seating and we will do our best to accommodate based on party size.
Buy tickets to Aba – Chicago’s November Cellar Tasting Series: Italy
Join Wildfire – Tysons for a 30th Anniversary wine dinner featuring a five-course menu paired with Justin Vineyards wines to complement. Courses will include Potato Focaccia Bread & Seafood Ceviche paired with Sauvignon Blanc, followed by Pan Seared Florida Red Snapper paired with Chardonnay, Homemade Confit of Duck Ravioli paired with Cabernet Sauvignon, Saddle of Colorado Lamb Wellington paired with Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, and for dessert, a Wildfire 30th Anniversary Cupcake paired with Isosceles. David Goode, Justin Vineyards Division Sales Manager, will join to discuss the pairings. Tickets are $145 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). Please check-in by 6:15 PM for the seated dinner, which begins promptly at 6:30 PM. We appreciate it if guests pre-select the gratuity for your service during check-in. Event seating assignments are coordinated by Wildfire.
Purchase tickets to the 30th Anniversary Wine Dinner Featuring Justin Vineyards at Wildfire – Tysons
Experience a friendly face-off between esteemed French wines and American classics during the next installment of Mon Ami Gabi’s Wine Passport Series! On Saturday, November 15, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, explore each pour with expert purveyors, enjoy passed bites, and toast to a journey through two iconic wine regions. Mingle from table to table at the reception-style event, discover new favorites, and place an order at the end of the evening to enjoy your selections at home. Sip yourself from a French château to the American wine country all in one marvelous afternoon! Tickets are $69 per person, plus tax and 20% gratuity.
Purchase tickets to Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park’s Wine Passport Series: France & USA
Join Beatrix at Oak Brook Center on Tuesday, November 18 at 6:00 PM for our first-ever Trivia Night! Round up some friends and test your knowledge during a Trivia Night hosted by Chicago’s best Pub Trivia Game, ‘Whaddayaknow,’ while sipping your favorite drinks and competing for prizes! Tickets are FREE with a minimum purchase of two beverages required. (Valid on cocktails, beer, wine, non-alcoholic, soft drinks, coffee and tea.) Reservations are recommended, with walk-ins welcome – subject to availability.
Reserve your spot for Trivia Night at Beatrix – Oak Brook
Join Wildfire – Chicago on Tuesday, November 18 at 6:30 PM for a fall wine dinner featuring delicious California wines from Hess Collection, a winery featuring complex, elegant varietals from breathtaking estate vineyards on Mount Veeder. Each wine will be paired with five custom courses, including Braised Short Ribs with Hess Collection “Iron Corral” Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley ’21, and Chocolate Crème Caramel with Hess Maverick Ranches Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles ’23, for dessert. Tickets are $125 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Purchase tickets to the Hess Collection Wine Dinner at Wildfire – Chicago
Round up your trivia team – it’s time to test your knowledge during Beatrix Market – DePaul Loop’s monthly Trivia Night! Join us on Thursday, November 20 at 5:30 PM to play Chicago’s BEST Pub Trivia Game while enjoying pizza, sipping your favorite drinks and competing for prizes. Trivia Night is free to attend but does require a reservation.
Reserve your spot for Trivia Night at Beatrix Market – DePaul Loop
From Thursday, November 20 – Saturday, November 22, experience the excitement of The Big Race from one of the most iconic dining rooms in Las Vegas. Eiffel Tower Restaurant will offer a special dinner experience during race weekend, featuring a chef-curated multi-course gourmet dinner, exclusive access and elevated VIP service, and premier live race viewing of all the action from select window tables overlooking The Strip or via live stream throughout the dining room. This is a limited-seating experience with ticket prices ranging from $125 – $225 per person, plus tax, depending on date/time and selected seating experience (gratuity not included).
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On Saturday, November 22, book patio seating for the Big Race at Mon Ami Gabi! TVs will be placed throughout the patio so you don’t miss a second of the action, as you dine under the Eiffel Tower and directly on The Strip, to take in the energy of one of Vegas’ most exciting nights as you savor Mon Ami Gabi’s signature French flavors. Pricing is $150 per chair, plus tax and the cost of your meal (gratuity not included).
Reserve your patio seat for the Big Race on Saturday, November 22
Just in time for busy back-to-school nights, Big Bowl launched a delicious new family package for carryout, Chef’s Favorites To-Go. Choose two appetizers, two main dishes and one fried rice or noodle dish from a select list of family-style options. This new carryout and delivery package serves four people, and is available in Lincolnshire and Schaumburg for $75, plus tax, and in Edina and Ridgedale for $79, plus tax.
Explore the Chef’s Favorites To-Go menu from Big Bowl – Lincolnshire
Explore the Chef’s Favorites To-Go menu from Big Bowl – Schaumburg
Explore the Chef’s Favorites To-Go menu from Big Bowl – Edina
Explore the Chef’s Favorites To-Go menu from Big Bowl – Ridgedale
Cheers to Sundays spent on the patio at Ema – River North enjoying four exclusive Sunday Spritzes available during brunch and dinner! Selections include: Rosso Fragola with strawberry-infused select aperitivo; Torino Bramble with Cocchi Americano, blackberry and lemon; Orange You Over It with Aperol, orange and grapefruit and Flora Fizz with Suze, St-Germain and lemon. Each spritz is topped with chilled prosecco and ideal for sipping alongside Mediterranean favorites! Available all day on Sundays, only at Ema’s River North location.
Make a Sunday reservation at Ema – River North
Join us for live music in The Oyster Bar at Shaw’s – Chicago every Thursday from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Make a reservation at Shaw’s Crab House – Chicago
Calling all little chefs! New at Summer House – Las Vegas, join us for Kids’ Pizza-Making. Children 12 and under can enjoy tableside pizza making and create their own delicious pizza, for $9.95 per person, plus tax. Kids will dive into the fun of shaping their pizza dough with a sprinkle of flour, spread with their choice of red or white sauce, and top it off with cheese and their favorite toppings. Once the pizzas are ready, the Summer House team will bake them to perfection and deliver them back to your table for a delightful dinner.
Make a reservation at Summer House – Las Vegas