The Tonk Chicago
Booze, Bands, and BBQ!
Experience mouthwatering BBQ specialties and handcrafted beverages while enjoying live music performances every night!

We proudly serve our meats dry-rubbed and slow roasted over wood and charcoal, with our signature sauces on the side
This Weeks Live Events

Ladies Night Karaoke
Hosted by La Gritona and Yola
Join us Wednesday For Ladies Night Karaoke! Everyone is welcome!
Wednesday March 26
7:00 PM

Open Jam Thursdays
This Weeks Host:
Joshua Robertson
Every fourth thursday of the month!
Thursday March 27
8:00 PM

Gin Palace Jesters
Country Musics Golden Age of 1940s and 60s
Old school Honkytonk, Hillbilly, Western Swing and Country Boogie!
Friday March 28
9:00 PM

Acoustic Lounge Saturdays
Resident artist Emil Rojo leads a Latin soul fusion ensemble.
This week featuring Jose Natal!
Saturday March 29
3:00 PM

Chicago Pop Punk and Punk Rock
Saturday March 29
9:00 PM

Every Sunday
Club Crib is a Chicago-based one of a kind musical and visual trio featuring Live R&B and Soul!
Sunday March 30
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Every Sunday
An authentic and bold approach in interpreting the jazz and hot dance styles of the 1920s and 1930s!
Sunday March 30
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Where Chicago Tradition Meets Memphis Style BBQ Perfection
Special Event Hosting
From big celebrations to intimate gatherings, our versatile spaces
provide the perfect setting.
Choose to host your event within The Tonk or at the delightful
Pilsen Secret Garden, our partner venue located just moments away.
Catering Service
Catering services for our award winning BBQ are available Tuesday through Sunday, six days a week.
For catering orders, please call our dedicated catering line:
(312) 550-8207
Contact Us
We welcome all feedback from our cherished patrons. Please don't
hesitate to reach out to us.
Additionally, we extend a special invitation to artists! Join us in
fostering a vibrant atmosphere at The Tonk Chicago!
Open for dine-in:
Wednesday - Friday: 4PM - LATE
Saturday - Sunday: 12PM - LATE
Open for carry-out:
Wednesday – Sunday
11am - 11pm
Closed
Monday - Tuesday: Closed
Tuesday: Open for catering only
1800 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Direct orders: (312) 226-7427