IYKYK: The Insiders’ Guide to Lettuce
Our best kept secrets...revealed
We’re spilling the tea on knowledge that only true Lettuce insiders know, from secret menu items and where to find your favorite dishes from Lettuce restaurants’ past (ahem, Hub nachos!), to hidden haunts and budget-friendly gems. Maybe you’re curious about the best seat in the house for a date night, how exactly to score the perfect table, or just want to know all the tips, tricks and hacks that will impress your dining companions on your next night out. Trust us, you’re going to want to bookmark this one.
They say IYKYK, and hey…now you do!
The Best Seats in the House | Dish Revivals | Secret Menu Items / Order Hacks | The Best Bang for Your Buck | Hidden Haunts | Tricks of the To-Go Trade | Entertain is in Our Name
The Best Seats in the House
The best views, where to see and be seen, historical booths, and even a table with its very own Prosecco button. You’ll want to request these tables next time you dine.
Table 7 at il Porcellino
Table 7 at il Porcellino is a cozy corner booth and comfortably seats a party of six. But you’ll need a close eye to spot its very own Prosecco button that says “press here for prosecco.” Once pushed, a red light above the table goes on and and a tableside prosecco service proceeds. Just $14 per glass, plus tax.
Make a reservation at il Porcellino
Table 74 at Bar Tre Dita
Tucked into the corner of one of the Windy City’s best bars is a cozy, semi-private, two-seat table that looks directly over the city, offering unobstructed views of the Navy Pier summer fireworks every Wednesday and Saturday. Bar Tre Dita is already one of the top spots for date night, so feel free to request Table 74 to make your next visit extra special.
Make a reservation at Bar Tre Dita
Disco Ball Table at Happy Camper – Las Vegas
Have the disco dining experience of your dreams and request The Disco Ball table for your next visit to Happy Camper – Las Vegas! This ultimate party starter seats up to six guests and can be requested when you make your reservation.
Make a reservation at Happy Camper – Las Vegas
Table 56 at Eiffel Tower Restaurant
Take in the most iconic view in the Las Vegas Strip from one of the most romantic tables in the nation, Table 56 at Eiffel Tower Restaurant. To secure this two-top, a $100 per person reservation fee is required, which includes a keepsake Eiffel Tower Restaurant Cookbook. (Another pro tip: Other window seats overlooking the famed Bellagio Fountains can also be booked in advance for a $40 fee!)
Make a reservation at Eiffel Tower Restaurant
Kenilworth Booth at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge is one of the most beloved destinations in Lincolnwood, IL and for good reason: The delicious supper club-inspired fare and the history. Next time you head to L. Woods, request table 61 aka the ‘Kenilworth Booth,’ named for the Kenilworth Inn, which was the name of the restaurant that stood in the very same location in the 1950s, even before it was Bones. Today, an original framed menu cover from the Kenilworth Inn hangs above the booth.
Make a reservation at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
Tables 10 and 11 at Mon Ami Gabi – Bethesda
New interior, who dis? When Mon Ami Gabi – Bethesda underwent a stunning renovation earlier this year, the space made way for expanded private dining options, cozy bar seating at Bar Privee and new seating options in the main dining room. Next time you go to make a reservation, ask for seating in the private alcove booths, table 10 and table 11, for intimate seating for up to four guests.
Make a reservation at Mon Ami Gabi – Bethesda
Front Row to Fireworks at Miru
Make a reservation at Miru
Lakeview Point Table at Summer House on the Lake
Dinner with a view? We’re in! Enjoy the perfect view of Lake Buena Vista at Orlando’s Disney Springs from Summer House on the Lake’s Lakeview Point table. Situated on the restaurant’s expansive terrace, the table seats up to eight guests. Book the table via Summer House on the Lake’s parties and catering form.
R, P & M booths at RPM Italian
Want to dine like a celebrity? Request one of the coveted booths, dubbed the R, P and M booths, next time you visit your nearest RPM Italian location. A favorite of celebrity couple and RPM Restaurants Partners Bill and Giuliana Rancic, these bar booths are uniquely positioned to offer the best people watching.
Make a reservation at the RPM Italian location nearest you
Dish Revivals
Gone, but not forgotten…and still craved! Did you know that some of your favorite iconic dishes from Lettuce restaurants’ past can be found on select menus today? It’s true: From the Famous Pulled Chicken Nachos from Hub 51 to Mity Nice Popovers, here’s where you can get a taste of nostalgia.
Hub 51 Famous Pulled Chicken Nachos at Bub City
The famous Hub 51 Pulled Chicken Nachos piled high with all natural chicken, guacamole, tomato salsa, jalapenos, cheddar cheese, Oaxaca cheese and sour cream are truly legendary. And great news, you can still nosh on them at Bub City – Chicago and Rosemont.
Make a reservation at Bub City – Chicago | Make a reservation at Bub City – Rosemont
Hub 51 Carrot Cake at RPM Steak and RPM Italian
A version of the famous Hub 51 carrot cake, Martha M’s Special Occasion Carrot Cake, is now on the dessert menu at RPM Steak and RPM Italian – Chicago, D.C. and Las Vegas. Inspired by Martha Melman’s secret recipe, this five-layer carrot cake is topped with with cream cheese frosting and a whole lot of nostalgia.
Make a reservation at RPM Steak | Make a reservation at the RPM Italian location nearest you
Rotating Old Favorites at Beatrix Market
Did you know that select Beatrix Market locations offer rotating options from Lettuce restaurants past? Look out for Frankie’s Baked Spaghetti, Don & Charlie’s Chopped Steak, Foodlife’s Turkey Chili, and Mity Nice’s gluten-free Popovers (Beatrix Market – Fulton Market only).
Stop into a Beatrix Market near you
(Digital) Salad Bar at R.J. Grunts
The salad bar at R.J. Grunts was the first of its kind and while it may no longer physically be there, it is still very much with us, reborn as the Digital Chopped Salad Bar. Guests can choose up to 10 salad ingredients from greens, veggies, proteins, grains and dressing, and personalize their own salad for both dine-in and carryout.
Make a reservation at R.J. Grunts | Order carryout and delivery from R.J. Grunts
Secret Menu Items / Order Hacks
Some secrets just aren’t worth keeping! While these dishes may not be printed on the menu, they can be ordered upon request.
Crispy Onion Strings at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
Not listed on the menu, order up a side of the crispy and crunchy Fried Onion Strings at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. Better yet, get ‘em on the Pulled Pork Sandwich!
Make a reservation at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
Chicken Caesar Wrap at Bub City – Chicago and Rosemont and RJ Grunts
Shhh…Bub City’s best-kept secret is out, the off-menu Chicken Caesar Wrap! Served with your choice of grilled or fried chicken, it’s certainly worth the hype! Ask for it when you dine in, or get it for carryout or delivery from Bub City – Chicago and Rosemont.
Make a reservation at Bub City – Chicago | Make a reservation at Bub City – Rosemont
RJ Grunts also has a delicious Chicken Caesar Wrap as an off-menu special! So be sure to check it out at the OG Lincoln Park Lettuce spot.
Make a reservation at RJ Grunts
Baked Goat Cheese at Mon Ami Gabi – Las Vegas
The Baked Goat Cheese, swimming in a savory tomato sauce and served with a garlic baguette for dipping, was a long time fan-favorite at Mon Ami Gabi – Las Vegas. I’m sure you can almost taste why! While it may not be on the menu anymore, just ask your server with a big S’il vous plaît and they can most likely make this for you! Another expert tip: Ask for a table in the Pavilion to skip the Vegas heat but still get a gorgeous view of the Bellagio Fountains.
Make a reservation at Mon Ami Gabi – Las Vegas
Fried Oysters at Shaw’s Crab House – Chicago
For those looking to dip their toes into the oyster pond but aren’t quite ready to slurp their first raw oyster just yet, Shaw’s Crab House will fry up your oysters to order. The Fried Oysters are served hot with signature tartar sauce. With oysters flown in daily and six varieties to choose from, there isn’t much that one of Chicago’s first Oyster Bars can’t do when it comes to oysters.
Make a reservation at Shaw’s Crab House – Chicago
Half Slices of Pie at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab features eight house-made pies, including a seasonal Pie of the Month. For when you can’t decide what to try, or you just want a small taste, ask for a half slice.
Make a reservation at the Joe’s Seafood location nearest you
Late Night Fried Rice at Ramen-san
Got the late-night munchies? Ramen-san has your fix with its rotating late-night fried rice special, available daily after 9:00 PM at all locations. From BBQ Pork to Spicy Kimchi and beyond, the off-menu fried rice changes every two weeks so check the website for the latest.
Make a reservation at the Ramen-san location nearest you
Make-Your-Own Ice Cream Sandwich at Summer House Santa Monica
Nothing says nostalgia like an ice cream sandwich for dessert. Pick your two favorite cookies from The Cookie Bar at Summer House and ask for a scoop of ice cream in between for the perfect ending to your meal.
Make a reservation at the Summer House location nearest you
Signature Steak Crusts at Wildfire
Did you know you can top ANY steak on the Wildfire menu with the restaurants’ signature crusts? Whether you’re in the mood for a New York Strip or Roumanian Skirt Steak, any of the delicious crusts are an option, including horseradish, blue cheese, parmesan or mushroom.
Make a reservation at the Wildfire location nearest you
Lasagna Verde Night at Tre Dita
Available exclusively on Monday nights, Tre Dita’s Lasagna Verde is a centuries-old recipe passed down to Chef Evan Funke by his mentor, Alessandra Spisni. Made with rich ragù vecchia, creamy besciamella, and aged Parmigiano Reggiano, it’s reason enough to look forward to Monday. Another hot tip from one of Chicago’s hottest restaurants? The Trofie al Pesto, a beloved dish dating back to the 18th century, showcases a pasta shape that demands remarkable skill. Each piece is hand-rolled using the base of the palm — a technique that can take months or even years to master. As seen on TV, this dish is featured on Chef Funke’s episode of Netflix’s Chef’s Table, the “Noodles” edition.The Best Bang for your Buck
Looking for the best value out of your dining experience? From prix fixe menus for lunch and dinner, happy hour deals you won’t believe, plus free (read: FREE) parking on the Las Vegas Strip, here’s a few stellar ways to save.
$6 Cocktails at Gus’ Sip & Dip Happy Hour
Monday – Friday from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM, one select cocktail is just $6, plus tax, at Gus’ Sip & Dip. Can’t make it for happy hour? The entire menu of more than three dozen classic drinks are $12 each, plus tax, which ain’t too shabby for any day! Follow Gus’ Sip & Dip on Instagram to stay in the know on the daily featured happy hour cocktail.
For more happy hour deals near you, click here.
A Very Happy (Hour) Caviar Service at RPM Seafood
Caviar during Happy Hour? Yes, please! RPM Seafood added a caviar service to their happy hour menu available every Monday – Friday from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Enjoy RPM Golden Kaluga Caviar, served ice cold with warm blini, crème fraîche, Jidori egg, shallot, chives, and Amalfi lemon, all for $75, plus tax.
Make a reservation at RPM Seafood
Clear the Case at Beatrix: $2 Pastries & Cookies After 8:00 PM
Satisfy your late-night sweet tooth during a new (and truly delicious) spin on happy hour: Clear the Case at Beatrix (River North, Streeterville, Oak Brook, Fulton Market), where all pastries and cookies are just $2, plus tax, nightly after 8:00 PM.
Visit the Beatrix location nearest you
$5 Cocktails for Late Night Happy Hour at R.J. Grunts
R.J. Grunts, the OG Lettuce Entertain You restaurant in Chicago’s Lincoln Park, serves up a late night happy every Thursday – Saturday from 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM, offering a dozen classic cocktails for just $5, plus tax each.
Make a reservation at RJ Grunts
$25 Three-course Supper Club Menu at Saranello’s
There’s value in an early bird special! Saranello’s offers a Three-Course Supper Club Menu at just $24.95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included) every Monday – Friday from 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM and Saturday and Sundays from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM for dine-in only. Guests can choose an app, entree and dessert with the option to add on select glasses of wine for just $5, plus tax! View the Saranello’s Supper Club Menu.
Make a reservation at Saranello’s
Free Parking at Fashion Show Las Vegas
Parking on the Las Vegas Strip can be a nightmare to say the least! But we will let you in on a little secret: FREE parking is available for Happy Camper Pizza and El Segundo Sol diners during mall hours at Fashion Show Las Vegas in an underground parking deck and in two multi-level parking structures. Plus, guests who dine at El Segundo Sol and Happy Camper Pizza can get a free valet voucher when you spend $50 or more (not including tax and gratuity).
Check out the Fashion Show Las Vegas.
Toddler Tuesdays: Kids Eat Free at Twin City Grill
Every Tuesday at Twin City Grill in the Mall of America, bring your little ones for lunch or dinner and enjoy one complimentary kids meal valued up to $9.95, plus tax, with purchase of any adult entree. Toddler Tuesdays is available for kids aged 12 and under.
Make a reservation at Twin City Grill
Kids Pizza Making at Summer House – Las Vegas, Lincoln Park, North Bethesda
Need to keep your kiddos entertained at dinner? Summer House to the rescue! Kids can make their own pizza at the pizza counter or right at your table at Summer House – Las Vegas, Lincoln Park, North Bethesda. Hours and pricing vary by location.
Make a reservation at the Summer House location nearest you
Check out more kids menus at Lettuce restaurants near you.
$3 Tacos every Sunday at Tallboy Taco
Sunday Funday just got better. Dine in at Tallboy Taco and enjoy $3 tacos all day, every Sunday. Prefer to kick back at home? Order online through the Tallboy Taco website and get $5 off any order of $25 or more.
Order Tallboy Taco for carryout and delivery
$29.95 Three-Course Supper Club Menu at Di Pescara
Enjoy one of the best value meals on the North Shore with Di Pescara’s Supper Club Menu. Served Monday – Thursday from 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM, and Friday – Sunday from 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM. This three-course menu can be enjoyed for dine-in or carryout and includes your pick of a selection of Di Pescara favorites—all for just $29.95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). View Di Pescara’s Supper Club Menu
Make a reservation at Di Pescara
An Italian Dinner Party at Osteria Via Stato
Dine like the Italians do at Osteria Via Stato. Upon arrival, tell your server you’d like the Italian Dinner Party menu, and let the Chef guide your experience. It’s available nightly for $68.95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included) and includes a bountiful spread of family-style antipasti, your choice of main course and dessert, so it’s a fun and shareable way to experience the restaurant’s greatest hits. Learn more about Osteria Via Stato’s Italian Dinner Party.
Make a reservation at Osteria Via Stato
Three-Course Nightly Specials Menu at Shaw’s Crab House – Schaumburg
Head to Shaw’s Crab House – Schaumburg for a three-course dining experience, featuring your choice of New England Clam Chowder, Seafood Gumbo, or Caesar Salad, followed by your selected entrée, and a mini dessert duo. Prices start at $38, plus tax and vary by entrée. View the Shaw’s – Schaumburg nightly specials menu.
Make a reservation at Shaw’s – Schaumburg
Prix-Fixe Lunch Deals
Hidden Haunts
Have you heard: One of the world’s top bars is tucked within another one of the world’s top bars? You can visit your favorite California winery without ever leaving Chicago? There’s a 10-seat world-class omakase hidden in plain sight inside your favorite sushi spot? Read on to find out where to find these and more under-the-radar experiences at Lettuce restaurants.
The Cellar Door at The Oakville Grill & Cellar
Escape to California wine country without ever leaving Chicago at The Cellar Door, located adjacent to the main dining room of The Oakville Grill & Cellar. This six-seat bar offers guests a tasting experience that mimics the exact one they would get if they were at the featured California winery, complete with a personal sommelier to guide you through your tasting. The Cellar Door is available to book daily from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Monday – Friday and from 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM Saturday – Sunday. Pro tip: Add on a chef-curated charcuterie board to pair with your tasting.
Make a reservation for The Cellar Door
Discover more wine tasting menus, rare wine pours and wine happy hours here.
The Omakase Room at Sushi-san
Located just upstairs at Sushi-San – River North is The Omakase Room, offering an intimate, 10-seat dining experience that feels like Master Sushi Chef Kaze Chan has invited you into his home. The world-class 18-course menu highlights line-caught fish paired with Chicago’s most impressive selections of Japanese whisky and sake. Open Wednesdays – Saturdays for 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM seatings, snag your reservation and prepare to be wowed!
Make a reservation at The Omakase Room at Sushi-san
The Bamboo Room at Three Dots and a Dash
Tucked inside Three Dots and a Dash is The Bamboo Room, an intimate, bartender-led experience you might walk right past if you didn’t know to look. This hidden gem with fewer than 20 seats—previously named one of Esquire Magazine’s ‘Best Bars in America’—boasts what may be the best rum and rhum agricole list in Chicago, featuring rare, vintage, and single-origin pours from all around the world. Whether you’re a rum aficionado or just curious, this is where you go to sip the good stuff.
Make a reservation at The Bamboo Room
The Sommelier Experience at RPM Seafood + RPM Italian – Las Vegas
One of the most special, wine-driven tasting menu experiences around is tucked into an intimate corner of two RPM Restaurants. The RPM Sommelier Tasting Experience offers a private, guided tasting that leads with rare and limited-availability wine pours and pairs perfectly with a multi-course dinner. While the menu changes nightly, expect to see a few RPM favorites throughout the evening.
This experience is available at RPM Italian – Las Vegas and RPM Seafood.
Book the Sommelier Tasting Experience at RPM Italian – Las Vegas. | Book the Sommelier Tasting Experience at RPM Seafood.
Bar Privèe at Mon Ami Gabi – Bethesda
Bar Privèe at Mon Ami Gabi – Bethesda is available for walk-ins only
Tricks of the To-Go Trade
From dishes available exclusively for carryout and delivery, to catering your next boat day on Lake Michigan, peep these tricks of the to-go trade. As if you needed another reason to not get off your couch today.
Get Big Bowl and Wildfire All in One Order
Wildfire Chopped Salad or Big Bowl Potstickers? Why choose one, when you can have both! Available in downtown Chicago only, you can now get your favorites from two iconic Lettuce restaurants, Wildfire and Big Bowl, together exclusively for carryout and delivery.
Order from Wildfire and Big Bowl – Chicago
Tavern-style Pizzas at Saranello’s
Available exclusively for carryout and delivery, Saranello’s offers a tavern-style pizza these pizzas bring Saranello’s signature quality right to your table at home. Even better, you’ll earn Lettuce Entertain You Frequent Diner Points with every order, making your pizza night both satisfying and rewarding! View Saranello’s tavern-style pizza menu.
Order the tavern-style pizzas from Saranello’s for carryout and delivery
Prime Meats by Lettuce: A Delivery-Only Butcher Shop
Prime Meats by Lettuce is a new delivery-only butcher shop that brings premium cuts straight to your door, sourced by chefs from iconic Lettuce Entertain You steakhouses like Joe’s Seafood, RPM Steak and Wildfire. Check out Lettuce chef recipes for ideas on how to prep your meats.
Order Prime Meats by Lettuce
An Exclusive Bagel Pop-up in Chicago with Decker’s Sourdough Bagels
Your new favorite Chicago bagel is Decker’s Sourdough Bagels! Born in the kitchens of Lettuce Entertain You’s Wildfire from Executive Chef and Partner Joe Decker’s own aged sourdough starter, these hand-rolled artisan bagels are boiled and baked for a crusty and crispy outside and soft, airy, tangy inside, perfectly paired with house-whipped cream cheese spreads. Follow Decker’s on Instagram @Deckerssoughdoughbagels for the latest news on where the next bagel pop-up will be.
Coastal Soups, A Seasonal Soup Concept at Summer House – Lincoln Park
Coastal Soups is back at Summer House – Lincoln Park, keeping Chicagoans warm, one homemade soup at a time. Order Chef Ben Goodnick’s cozy classics like Old Fashioned Chicken Noodle Soup, Wagyu Beef Chili, and Gus’ Tortilla Verde alongside pairings like the Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap and Fall Harvest Salad, only available on the Coastal Soups menu.
Order Coastal Soups for carryout or delivery.
Boat Catering at Pizzeria Portofino
Take your pizza party on the water from Pizzeria Portofino. The restaurant partners with Downtown Docks so guests can dock their boat right at the restaurant and have your fave dishes and drinks delivered aboard! Pizzeria Portofino even offers a special Boat Catering Menu throughout the summer for your entire crew to enjoy.
Order boat catering from Pizzeria Portofino
Ship Lettuce Favorites Nationwide
Looking for a gift for your foodie friend? Skip the flowers and send a whole pie! Select Lettuce dishes like the iconic Beatrix Oh My! Caramel Pie and the Shaw’s Crab House Lobster Roll can be ordered and shipped nationwide.
For a full list of Lettuce dishes that can be shipped nationwide, click here
Sangria To-Go at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! & Lil Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Both Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! in Chicago’s Lincoln Park and Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! in River North offer a variety of signature and seasonal sangria to-go starting at $37, plus tax, available for in-store purchase or online for pickup or delivery.
Order sangria to-go from Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! | Order sangria to-go from Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Cocktails To-Go at El Segundo Sol or Happy Camper Pizza – Las Vegas
Visit El Segundo Sol | Visit Happy Camper Pizza – Las Vegas
A Fiesta To-Go from Tallboy Taco: Taco & Margarita Kits
Picnic, planned. Skip the grocery store haul and order the Taco Kit and Margarita Kit to-go from Tallboy Taco available daily for parties of two or four. These kits come fully loaded with your choice of proteins, locally made corn and flour tortillas, fresh toppings, house-made salsas, guacamole, corn fundito with chips, and even a sweet treat to finish. Pair it with a Margarita Kit and you’ve got everything you need to turn any park day into a party. Orders must be placed before 10:00 AM on the day of pick-up.
Order your Taco and Margarita Kits from Tallboy Taco
Did you know you can get and redeem Frequent Diner Club points when ordering through the Lettuce Eats App? It’s true! For more details or to start your carryout and delivery orders, click here.
Entertain Is In Our Name
From live music to live band karaoke, we do more than just provide the food…let us ENTERTAIN you!
Live Band Karaoke at Bub City
Bub City – River North and Rosemont offer live music, from country hits to rock ‘n’ roll with bands that keep the good times rolling all night long. And if you’re in River North, don’t miss your chance to take the stage, with Live Band Karaoke kicks every Wednesday at 9:30 PM.
Check out the full live music line-up at Bub City
Live Music at Shaw’s Oyster Bar – Chicago
It’s back baby! Live music in the Oyster Bar at Shaw’s Crab House – Chicago is on every Thursday from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. View the upcoming line-up for the Oyster Bar at Shaw’s
Make a reservation at the Oyster Bar at Shaw’s Crab House- Chicago
Shows at Joe’s Live
Joe’s Live in Rosemont, IL brings the energy with a packed calendar of performances—from chart-topping country stars to local talent and high-energy DJ sets. Sharing space with Bub City, this award-winning venue is the ultimate spot for live music lovers.
Check out the full line-up at Joe’s Live
Plan a Wow Wedding
Combine Lettuce’s famed hospitality with your favorite Lettuce dishes, plus the ability to get Frequent Diner Club points, and you’ve got yourself the BEST. WEDDING. EVER. Lettuce has event venues in the Chicagoland area available to book for weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate events and more, including RPM Events, 167 Events, The Ivy Room, The Dalcy and our newest venue, Salon 61.
So there you have it, your official cheat sheet to all things Lettuce! Thanks for reading (and dining) with us and be sure to share your top Lettuce hacks with us at @LettuceEntertainYou.
