In a time where many Chicagoans are still working from home, possibly stuck with the kids for a while longer, a reminder of 'the good old days' may be just what we need. Restaurants across Chicago are reviving the happy hour menu, offering great deals & affordable options across the city in a time where money may be tighter as well.
BLVD Steakhouse
Recently reopened with a new name and new concept, the bar at BLVD Steakhouse offers a happy hour menu Wednesday through Friday from 5 – 6:30 p.m. Enjoy select craft cocktails and glasses of wine for $7-$9 each and elevated bites like Oysters Rockefeller ($2.50 ea.) Short Rib Sliders ($5 ea.), Truffle Stadium Fries ($6) and more. Indoor dining begins Aug. 12.
Boleo
Perched atop the 15th floor of The Kimpton Gray Hotel, Boleo showcases South American inspired dishes curated by Executive Chef Brian Millman and a cocktail program lead by Head Bartender Sam Garcia. Half priced Yaquitas, $8 house made sangria and glasses of the wine of the day, and $6 beers are offered during happy hour from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday
El Che
This Argentinian-influenced steakhouse, located in the West Loop,
now offers a happy hour from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Enjoy $3 Empanadas, $6 Garlic Frites, $8 glasses of wine, $4 Quilmes and $10 Caramelized Rum Old Fashioneds on the patio along Washington Blvd.
Funkenhausen
Their new daily happy hour menu includes funky dishes including smoked rib tips ($6/lb), raclette flatbread ($8) and the classic pretzel with pimento beer cheese and Alabama white BBQ sauce ($5) along with new menu items like fries with spicy mayo and ketchup ($5). Not to mention, $6 select cocktails and $7 select glasses of wine. Order a signature Boot of Bier for only $5. All that, every Wednesday – Sunday from 5 - 6 p.m.
The Dearborn
On the corner of Dearborn and Randolph, The Dearborn is offering a new Happy Hour throughout August. Every Monday through Friday from 3-6 p.m., beat the heat on the patio with the $20 Pizza & Beer special that includes all pizzas with choice of Lagunitas Lil’ Sumpin’ Sumpon or Lagunitas Daytime.
The Smith
Dine in the street on Clark Street. River North closed a stretch of Clark Street so hit restaurants like The Smith can offer al-fresco dining in the street every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Every Friday from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. The Smith offers a happy menu with a tasty selection of cocktails, wine, beer and select items from the raw bar including two dollar oysters.
Old Pueblo Cantina
From 4:30-5:30 p.m. it’s Pancho’s 5 for $5 happy hour which includes margaritas, the chips & dip trio, chicken tinga taquitos, chorizo nachos and the dos tacos everyday from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Have you ever wanted to order an entire happy hour menu? Now you can without breaking the bank.
PB&J
West Loop’s newest casual local hangout, PB&J, specializes in pizza, beer, and jukebox. On Tuesdays’ The Cheap Date Night special includes $2 PBR’s and $2 signature PB&Js. The restaurants garage-style retractable walls make diners feel as if they are dining alfresco. Lunch and dinner are served seven days a week from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. and the quick-serve style allows guests to come in and out as they please.
Urbanbelly
Urbanbelly in Wicker Park launches 2 for $20 Tuesdays. Get your hands on two Urban Bowls, choice of Tofu, Lemongrass Chicken or Katsu Fried Chicken with fried rice or udon noodle for $20.
Courtesy of Old Pueblo Cantina
The Diver
Happy Hour
Weekdays from 4pm-6pm
$6 Margaritas - Signature margaritas begin with the basics (fresh lime juice & agave syrup) and are finished to your liking
Diver-Jito - tequila, mint, citrus - signature margarita with a mojito twist
In a time where many Chicagoans are still working from home, possibly stuck with the kids for a while longer, a reminder of 'the good old days' may be just what we need. Restaurants across Chicago are reviving the happy hour menu, offering great deals & affordable options across the city in a time where money may be tighter as well.
BLVD Steakhouse
Recently reopened with a new name and new concept, the bar at BLVD Steakhouse offers a happy hour menu Wednesday through Friday from 5 – 6:30 p.m. Enjoy select craft cocktails and glasses of wine for $7-$9 each and elevated bites like Oysters Rockefeller ($2.50 ea.) Short Rib Sliders ($5 ea.), Truffle Stadium Fries ($6) and more. Indoor dining begins Aug. 12.
Boleo
Perched atop the 15th floor of The Kimpton Gray Hotel, Boleo showcases South American inspired dishes curated by Executive Chef Brian Millman and a cocktail program lead by Head Bartender Sam Garcia. Half priced Yaquitas, $8 house made sangria and glasses of the wine of the day, and $6 beers are offered during happy hour from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday
El Che
This Argentinian-influenced steakhouse, located in the West Loop,
now offers a happy hour from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Enjoy $3 Empanadas, $6 Garlic Frites, $8 glasses of wine, $4 Quilmes and $10 Caramelized Rum Old Fashioneds on the patio along Washington Blvd.
Funkenhausen
Their new daily happy hour menu includes funky dishes including smoked rib tips ($6/lb), raclette flatbread ($8) and the classic pretzel with pimento beer cheese and Alabama white BBQ sauce ($5) along with new menu items like fries with spicy mayo and ketchup ($5). Not to mention, $6 select cocktails and $7 select glasses of wine. Order a signature Boot of Bier for only $5. All that, every Wednesday – Sunday from 5 - 6 p.m.
The Dearborn
On the corner of Dearborn and Randolph, The Dearborn is offering a new Happy Hour throughout August. Every Monday through Friday from 3-6 p.m., beat the heat on the patio with the $20 Pizza & Beer special that includes all pizzas with choice of Lagunitas Lil’ Sumpin’ Sumpon or Lagunitas Daytime.
The Smith
Dine in the street on Clark Street. River North closed a stretch of Clark Street so hit restaurants like The Smith can offer al-fresco dining in the street every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Every Friday from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. The Smith offers a happy menu with a tasty selection of cocktails, wine, beer and select items from the raw bar including two dollar oysters.
Old Pueblo Cantina
From 4:30-5:30 p.m. it’s Pancho’s 5 for $5 happy hour which includes margaritas, the chips & dip trio, chicken tinga taquitos, chorizo nachos and the dos tacos everyday from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Have you ever wanted to order an entire happy hour menu? Now you can without breaking the bank.
PB&J
West Loop’s newest casual local hangout, PB&J, specializes in pizza, beer, and jukebox. On Tuesdays’ The Cheap Date Night special includes $2 PBR’s and $2 signature PB&Js. The restaurants garage-style retractable walls make diners feel as if they are dining alfresco. Lunch and dinner are served seven days a week from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. and the quick-serve style allows guests to come in and out as they please.
Urbanbelly
Urbanbelly in Wicker Park launches 2 for $20 Tuesdays. Get your hands on two Urban Bowls, choice of Tofu, Lemongrass Chicken or Katsu Fried Chicken with fried rice or udon noodle for $20.
The Diver
Happy Hour
Weekdays from 4pm-6pm
$6 Margaritas - Signature margaritas begin with the basics (fresh lime juice & agave syrup) and are finished to your liking
Diver-Jito - tequila, mint, citrus - signature margarita with a mojito twist
Picante - tequila, citrus, chile serrano, jalapeno syrup
Classic - tequila or mezcal, citrus, chili rim
Sunset - tequila, citrus, muddled watermelon
$4 Ceviches
Vegan - hearts of palm, olive, caper, avocado, beet, pumpkin seed, microgreens, olive oil & lime
Mahi Mahi - lime, avocado, radish, microgreens
Octopus - lime, caper, olive, avocado, carrot, radish
Green Aguachile - shrimp, cilantro-lime marinade, cucumber, avocado, red onion
Tuna - yellowtail, coconut milk, pineapple, roasted corn, red onion, avocado
Mango Aguachile - shrimp, habanero-lime marinade, mango, avocado, red onion, greens (cilantro, mint and micro)
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