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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

December 25 through December 31 Live Events





Closed Thursday for Holiday

Thursday December 25



Closed Friday for Holiday

Friday December 26

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Khaos and Komedy

Hosted by Michelle Cast and Steven Curry. Featuring our favorite local comedians and Khaos spinning the tunes.

Saturday December 27
9:00 PM

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DJ Pete Phunk and Vega

DJ Pete Phunk and Vega are featured artists at The Tonk! House, tech, EDM, and new wave industrial goth.

Sunday December 28
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

DJ Pete Phunk on Instagram Vega on Instagram
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Chicago Cellar Boys

An authentic and bold approach in interpreting the jazz and hot dance styles of the 1920s and 1930s!

Balloon drop, confetti, and NYE toys

Sunday December 28
9:30 PM - 12:30 PM

Chicago Cellar Boys Website
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DJ TRAPIZOYD

Join us this Wednesday for a NYE Night of adventure

Balloon drop, confetti, and NYE toys

Bottomless champagne:
2 hours - $45

Wednesday December 31
9 PM - 1 AM

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

Order Catering Online With EZCater
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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

Thursday - Friday:
4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Saturday - Sunday:
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Thursday - Saturday:
11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Late night menu available

Carry-Out Hours

Thursday - Sunday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday and Wednesday:
Open for catering only

Monday - Wednesday:
Closed for dine in and carry out

1800 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

Direct orders: (312) 226-7427