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Your Guide to a Delicious New Year’s Eve in Chicago 🎉
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Unique NYE Events Around the City
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Smyth
west loop • Chicago, ILChefs John Shields and Karen Urie Shields are cooking up a special 10-course tasting. This husband-and-wife team pushes boundaries with their creative menu, but the cozy space will make you feel right at home.
The Loyalist
west loop • Chicago, ILHead to The Loyalist for a special NYE feast, featuring prime rib, whole loup de mer, and king crab legs. Drink options include large format punch bowls and Champagne. It will be delicious and decadent, yet casual.
Kitsune
north center • Chicago, ILChef Iliana Regan combines her passion for midwestern bounty with Japanese flavors and techniques. This special tasting begins at 6PM, so you'll have plenty of time to get to your NYE party. Opt for the sake pairing.
The Pink Squirrel
logan square • Chicago, ILThe Pink Squirrel is known for duck-pin bowling and retro midwestern-style cocktails, circa 1950s Milwaukee. On NYE, they're throwing a glitter party, complete with an open bar and a midnight balloon drop.
Bellemore
west loop • Chicago, ILFind a festive mask to wear because Bellemore is throwing a Midnight Masquerade. Chef Jimmy Papadopolous is known for bright, bold flavors that you'll be dreaming of into the new year.
The Heritage
forest park, ilForest Park's beloved seasonally-focused spot on Madison Street is offering a prix-fixe dinner and beverage pairing. You can expect refined American comfort cuisine in a relaxed, neighborhood setting.
Fat Rice
Logan Square • Chicago, ILFat Rice is channeling the pioneers of classic hip-hop music and French cuisine. It will be an epic mixtape of Escoffier, EPMD, Grand Master Flash, Fernand Point, Julia Child and Jam Master Jay, all with a Fat Rice twist.
Brass Heart
uptown • Chicago, ILChoose between the 9 or 15-course menu at this newly opened gem. Chef Matt Kerney creates Michelin-quality dishes in an intimate setting. A vegan tasting is also available, and this one is not an afterthought.
Duck Duck Goat
fulton market • Chicago, ILIn the spirit of Chinese family-style, Duck Duck Goat is offering a family-style menu that progresses from shared dim sum to larger dishes. Reserve a whole Peking Duck in advance, served with moo shu pancakes.
Alinea
lincoln park • Chicago, ILChef Grant Achatz's multi-sensory menu reflects modernist cooking techniques and breathtaking presentations. The witty and hospitable staff will guide you through this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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fulton market • Chicago, ILGo back in time to Alinea circa 2011 for this retrospective menu. You'll see the iconic dishes that were a part of this revelatory first decade in fine-dining. Celebrate with a Champagne toast at midnight.
The Aviary
fulton market • Chicago, ILAt The Aviary, bartenders are trained as chefs, and their innovative cocktails are made in a state-of-the-art kitchen. Enjoy a multi-course drink tasting and take home the new stunning Aviary Cocktail Book.
The Office
fulton market • Chicago, ILEnjoy savory snacks and classic cocktails in the Alinea Group's swanky speakeasy-style bar, located beneath the Aviary. This hour-long pre-dinner experience will start your night off strong.
BOKA
lincoln park • Chicago, ILBOKA is something of a culinary staple here in Chicago, with 15 years of excellence. Chef Wolen's beautifully-executed menu doesn't disappoint. Choose between the early or late seating and prepare to be wowed.
210 Live
highwood, ilGroove to live samba and Motown music. The dinner spread will feature smoked prime rib, herb-roasted chicken, and an open bar. It will be a high-energy, eclectic celebration that ends with a midnight toast.
Frosty's Christmas Bar
lincoln park • Chicago, ILThis massive Christmas-themed pop-up is throwing an ultimate NYE party. Enjoy a festive holiday experience with winter cocktails, three rooms of music, hats and noise makers, and a Champagne toast.
Spiaggia
gold coast • Chicago, ILChoose between the 8 or 10-course tasting at Chicago’s legendary Spiaggia, where chefs Joe Flamm and Tony Mantuano take a modern approach to classic Italian dishes. Splurge on the wine pairing.
Cafe Spiaggia
gold coast • Chicago, ILChefs Joe Flamm and Tony Mantuano will partake in a casual celebration at Cafe Spiaggia. Enjoy delicate handmade pastas and other rustic Italian dishes, along with an extensive, world-class wine list.
The Izakaya at Momotaro
west loop • Chicago, ILThere's an annual NYE party in this subterranean Japanese-style bar that echoes the Yokocho street scene of Tokyo. A reservation includes drinks and food all night, music, dancing, and an ice luge.
Pelago Ristorante
streeterville • Chicago, ILChoose between the Lobster Menu or the White Truffle menu while enjoying the Julie Lovely Thompson Jazz Trio. Julie's voice is sultry, soulful, and smooth. Wear your dancing shoes.
The Kennison
old town • Chicago, ILThis beautiful, neighborhood gem that borders Lincoln Park is offering a special NYE tasting menu. Go for the charming vibe, contemporary American fare, and premium wine pairings.
The J. Parker
old town • Chicago, ILPrepare to party like it's 1999 because this year's theme is Purple Rain. DJ Kareem will spin 80's and 90's jams into the new year. A ticket includes a premium open bar, passed appetizers, snacks, and a Champagne toast.
Bub City
river north • Chicago, ILThis southern-inspired hangout is known for barbecue, whiskey, and live country music. On NYE, they will be serving up beer-and-wing specials with BBQ favorites. Plus, Jake Dodds is performing live.
Deadbolt
logan square • Chicago, ILLogan Square's quintessential hip-hop bar is throwing a 90's-themed celebration. Enjoy an open bar, a midnight balloon drop, and a Champagne toast. You can also book a VIP booth that seats up to ten for three hours.
Three Dots and a Dash
river north • Chicago, ILEscape to this tiki hideaway, where you can enjoy drinks made from the freshest exotic fruits and spices, the finest rums and distilled spirits, juices and elixirs. DJ Lani Love will spin tunes fit for this tropical luau.
Nacional 27
river north • Chicago, ILDJ X is spinning the sultry sounds of salsa, bachata, and meringue 'til 2AM. Latin-inspired cocktails range from margaritas and mojitos to signature drinks, like the Coco Loco, made with pineapple-habanero rum.
Acadia
south loop • Chicago, ILHead to Acadia for the Shanghai NYE dinner. Enjoy a tasting from Michelin-starred chef Ryan McCaskey, and a sommelier's wine pairing. An afterparty featuring Chicago House DJ Karl Almaria goes 'til 4AM. |
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