Halloween-Themed Events at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub

Pumpkin Carving Contest and Karaoke Costume Party

6th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest
Friday, October 21
7 p.m.

Karaoke Costume Party
Saturday, October 29
10 p.m. to 3 a.m.

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub in Streeterville will kick-off the Halloween holiday with their sixth annual pumpkin carving contest on Friday, October 21. Beginning at 7 p.m., competing carvers may enjoy $10 pitchers of Miller Lite and $4.50 Absolut cocktails while preparing their ghostly gourd. O’Toole’s will provide the pumpkins and carving materials, while carvers simply come with creative ideas. Prizes (and bragging rights) will be awarded to the top pumpkin creators. This event is free to attend.

The following weekend, on Saturday, October 29, Timothy O’Toole’s will hold their annual Halloween Karaoke Costume Party, complete with a $200 cash prize for the best dressed guest (judging takes place at midnight). In addition to checking out all the costumes, guests are encouraged to select a song and grab the mic for the karaoke party that starts at 10 p.m. Saturday’s drink specials include $4 Miller Lite and Coors Light stadium cups. This event is free to attend.

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub Chicago
622 N. Fairbanks Court
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 642-0700
http://www.TimothyOTooles.com

Two-Day Charity Auction to Benefit St. Jude’s Research Hospital

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub Hopes to Raise Over $13,000

Friday, October 14 and Friday, October 28
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Free to attend

Dine, drink and donate at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub where it is “St. Jude’s month.” Through a variety of donating opportunities and two special events, having lunch, dinner or after-work drinks is an enjoyable time to easily give to those in need.

O’Toole’s two major donation days are Friday, October 14 and Friday, October 28. On both of those dates, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., dining and bar guests may place auction bids on a range of Chicago sports items. The silent auction will offer tickets to Chicago Bears, Bulls and Blackhawk games; autographed footballs and jerseys; grills and patio items; beer for one year; foozball tables; apparel; among other items.

Throughout the month, $1 St. Jude donations will be collected, in addition to “blank” forms. In addition, Timothy O’Toole’s will donate $1 from every Coors light pint ($3 each) and Blue Moon pint ($5 each) sold during the month of October.

Last year, the restaurant and sports bar raised over $15,000 and was awarded for being one of the top fundraising accounts in the nation. This year, they have decided their goal is to surpass a $13,000 donation.

To get involved, come by anytime during the silent auctions to place a bid, or stop by and donate just a dollar – every dollar helps.

The mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Consistent with the vision of our founder Danny Thomas, no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family’s ability to pay. http://www.stjude.org

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub Chicago
622 N. Fairbanks Court
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 642-0700
www.timothyotooles.com

The Cave Bar Announces New Weekly Specials

Sip, Nosh and Nibble in a Cave-Like, Cozy Setting

New dining and drink deals: available Monday-Thursday, 5-11 p.m.
The Cave Bar is open Monday-Sunday, 5-11 p.m.

Calling all cave dwellers! The Cave Bar at Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes Resort in Bloomingdale is now featuring weekly food and drink specials in their rock cave bar, which is a truly unique place to enjoy cocktails. This must-see, sunken spot is surrounded by streaming waterfalls in Hilton’s lush and tropical, six-story atrium.

The Cave Bar’s new dining and drink deals, listed below, are available Monday through Thursday.

Mondays: 50-cent wings (available in quantities of six); $4 Miller Lites
Tuesdays: $5 You-Call-It house cocktails and $5 Jameson Shots
Wednesdays: $6 Martinis
Thursdays: $6 You-Call-It Bacardi cocktails
Mondays-Thursdays:
Large pizza (with up to three toppings) and two sodas for $15.99

The Cave Bar menu, features a range of dishes, from appetizers (sliders, crab cakes, hummus) and salads (caesar, cobb), to sandwiches (grilled chicken caprese, turkey club, veggie wrap) and Chicago’s own Connie’s pizza (8-inch or 15-inch with plenty of toppings). The complete Cave Bar menu is below.

THE CAVE BAR MENU

Starters

Sliders Three Minis 6 / Six Minis 11
Mini grilled Angus burgers topped with American cheese, lettuce and special sauce

Buffalo Hot Wings Six 7 / Twelve 11
Our signature hot wings are served with chunky Bleu cheese or ranch dressing

Maryland Lump Crab Cakes 12
Succulent lump crab, stone ground mustard aioli, blood orange oil and micro greens

Hummus Dip & Pita Half 6 / Full 9
Sundried tomato & roasted garlic hummus served with assorted crudités and pita triangles

Bruschetta 9
Sea salt ciabatta bread, plum tomatoes, basil, red onion, pesto oil and balsamic glaze

Grilled Flatbread 9
Pesto Sauce, fresh buffalo mozzarella, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, spinach and caramelized onion

Salads

Caesar Salad 6
Tender romaine hearts tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, served with parmesan curls and garlic croutons
with grilled chicken 9
with grilled shrimp 11

Cobb Salad 11
Grilled chicken, avocado, tomato, bleu cheese, egg, bacon, served on romaine with buttermilk ranch dressing

Sandwiches & More
All sandwiches are served with choice of french fries, fruit or coleslaw

Classic Burger 10
Signature 10oz. Angus Burger grilled to order and served with lettuce, tomato, red onion and your choice of cheese
add grilled onions, mushrooms or bacon 2.00 each

Smoked Turkey Club 9
Classic club triple-decker sandwich with smoked turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise on multi-grain wheat bread

Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich 10
Grilled marinated chicken breast topped with fresh basil, Buffalo mozzarella, sliced roma tomatoes, romaine lettuce and balsamic vinaigrette served on tomato focaccia bread

Grilled Vegetable and Sundried Tomato Wrap 9
Zucchini, yellow squash, mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach onions, served with sundried tomato hummus spread, spinach tortilla

Pizza

Toppings: Pepperoni, Sausage, Ham, Bacon, Spinach, Extra Cheese, Roasted Peppers, Olives, Artichoke Hearts, Fresh Garlic, Tomato, Fresh Basil, Mushroom

8-inch Personal Pan Pizza 9
Chicago’s own Connie’s Pizza personalized just for you, up to three toppings for no extra charge. Additional toppings 1.25/ea

15-inch Pizza 16
Chicago’s own Connie’s Pizza personalized just for you, up to three toppings for no extra charge. Additional toppings 1.50/ea

The Cave Bar
Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes Resort
250 W. Schick Road
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
630-529-0200
IndianLakesResort.com

Halloween “Fright Fest” at Wabash Tap

Comptab DJs Spin, Single and Group Costume Contests

Friday, October 28
10 p.m.

The Wabash Tap will host an all-out, Halloween “Fright Fest” on Friday, October 28. Spooky sounds mixed with plenty of party hits will be provided by the Comptap DJs. All ghoulish guests are invited to don their best costume, as a Halloween costume contest will be judged at the stroke of midnight. A $100 gift certificate will be awarded to the best single costume, and a $150 gift certificate will be awarded to the best group costume. This naughty night will also feature drink specials: $5 house cocktails, $4 Bells Amber and $3 jello shots.

WABASH TAP
1233 S. Wabash Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60605
312.360.9488
Mainstayhospitality.com

New Fall Menu at Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club

“Opening Act” Appetizers and “Show-Stopping” Entrees by Chef Mark Kasper

New menu, now available
Dinner service, seven nights a week starting at 5:30pm

The new dinner menu for the fall season has been set at the Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club. Executive Chef Mark Kasper introduces new “opening act” appetizers and “show stopping” entrees. The chef-driven fall menu paired with Kit Kat’s parade of extravagant live entertainment divas makes the Kit Kat a fabulous one-stop night on the town. Dinner and brunch is offered indoors in the sleek main dining room, or outdoors, on the stylish, South Beach-inspired, living room lounge patio. (Kit Kat’s patio, featuring outdoor heaters, will be open until December 1, weather permitting.)

Starters and first courses include the Kit Kat salad (Saturn peaches, spiced pecans, cream drizzle), jumbo Alaskan king crab cakes, Texas toast and brie grilled cheese, coconut-marinated Thai calamari, bacon truffle mac ‘n cheese, shrimp cocktail and pork spare ribs.

Entrees, named after Hollywood legends, include Marilyn Monroe (sriracha peanut-encrusted salmon with sweet potato mash and roasted brocolini); Doris Day (seared scallops with roasted sea beans, crisp pancetta, parsnip puree and wild mushrooms); Cary Grant (truffle wagyu burger with applewood smoked bacon, gruyere cheese, french mustard, with an egg over easy and parmesan truffle tries) among other exceptional dishes (sausage and brocolini ravioli, spiced chicken breast and maple brined, braised berkshire pork belly).

Four “grand finale” sweet treats are the perfect ending to Kasper’s dinner menu. The classic and comforting desserts include carrot cake, turtle lava cake, red velvet cake and key lime pie.

The complete menu is outlined below. Kit Kat is open Monday-Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Nightly “Diva” performances take place starting at 7:30 p.m. (11:30 a.m. during Sunday Brunch).

Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club
3700 N. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60657
773.525.1111
http://www.KitKatChicago.com

New Menu: Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club

“OPENING ACT”

ROASTED POTATO AND TRUFFLE SOUP 7

KIT KAT SALAD
saturn peaches, spiced pecans and a cream drizzle 8

JUMBO CRAB CAKE
Alaskan king crab, sicilian pistachios, fine herb broth and a micro green salad 9

GRILLED CHEESE
grilled Texas toast, french brie, roasted heirloom sauce 9

KIT KAT CALAMARI
coconut marinated Thai squid with fresno peppers and a sweet chili sauce 9

CHICKEN SATAY
coriander cardamom marinade, spicy coconut peanut sauce with a wasabi cream 9

BACON TRUFFLE MAC’N CHEESE
applewood smoked bacon, swiss parmesan blend, truffle essence 10

SHRIMP COCKTAIL
shrimp cocktail with a sweet and spicy horseradish cream 10

RIBS
pork spare rib tossed in an Oxacan mole sauce served with Mexican helote (Mexican style corn with mayonnaise chile lime and parmesan cheese) 10

“SHOW STOPPERS”

CHARRO
8oz prime marinated skirt steak, with chimichurri accompanied with fajita style pomme frites 23

MAE WEST
authentic southern style fried chicken, braised collard greens, banana horseradish puree, cayenne maple glazed waffle 19

MARLON BRANDO
steak frites, grilled 8oz. new york strip steak with bleu cheese butter and truffle fries 23

MARILYN MONROE
sriracha peanut encrusted salmon with sweet potato mash and roasted brocolini tops 23

DORIS DAY
seared sea scallops with roasted sea beans, crisp pancetta, parsnip puree and wild mushrooms 22

SHIRLEY MACLAINE
sausage and brocolini ravioli in a spicy bacon cream sauce with spinach and peppers 18

CARY GRANT
truffle waygu burger, with applewood smoked bacon, gruyere cheese, french mustard, with an egg over easy, and parmesan truffle fries 17

KIRK DOUGLAS
maple brined, braised berkshire pork belly with fresh ricotta sage gnudi, stuffed squash blossoms, a red pepper gastrique with belgium white asparagus 22

RITA HAYWORTH
grilled vegetable rissotto with creamy goat cheese 17

AVA GARDNER
vegetable lasagna, fresh ricotta, with grilled vegetables in a basil cream sauce 17

GRACE KELLY
blackened, seared ahi tuna with cajun rice and cajun stir fry vegetables with a romesco sauce 19

ROCK HUDSON
spiced chicken breast with Moroccan infused vegetables, Israeli cous cous with golden raisins and fennel with a preserved lemon fennel salad 19

“GRAND FINALE”

CARROT CAKE
homemade carrot cake with spiced pecans and a cream cheese frosting with a salted caramel drizzle 9

TURTLE LAVA CAKE
molten lava cake with a caramel and dark chocolate, served with french vanilla ice cream 8

RED VELVET CAKE
southern style red velvet cake with homemade cream cheese frosting 9

KEY LIME PIE
key lime curd with whipped chantilly cream and an almond crust 8

Oktoberfestival at Franklin Tap

Educational Brew Event and a Week’s Worth of Wurst

Monday, September 26 to Friday, September 30
Oktoberfestival

Wednesday, September 28
Zach Pine leads Sam Adams educational brew event

Oktoberfestival
From Monday, September 26 to Friday, September 30, Franklin Tap will hold an Oktoberfestival. Each day, from 11 a.m.-Midnight (11-2 a.m. on Friday), Tap guests may enjoy a touch of Germany in the heart of the Loop location. Highlighted offerings include $4 Sam Adams Octoberfest, $5 Spaten Oktoberfest, $9 German beer cheese dipserved with pretzel sticks, and $10 German sausage plate (smoked German wurst, bratwurst andknockwurst served with pretzel rolls and spicy mustard).

Sam Adams Educational Event
Delve deep into Sam Adam’s Octoberfest beer with brand representative, Zach Pine. He will lead an informal and educational beer discussion and tasting from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 28. Free to attend.

Franklin Tap
325 South Franklin
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 212-3262
FranklinTap.com

“Late at Elate”

Evening Hours Offer Specialty Menu, DJ and Live Jazz, Organic Bottle Service

Friday and Saturday, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m.
No fee to attend

Diners looking for a late-night bite, or those just starting out their night, will enjoy a new line up of evening offerings at Elate. Located in the heart of River North’s dining and entertainment district, Elate restaurant has introduced “Late at Elate” every weekend.

On Friday and Saturday evenings from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., DJ Lego will spin creative, cutting-edge sounds paired with musical stylings by a local jazz artist. Starting at 10 p.m., Executive Chef Mike Noll will offer a specialty late-night dining menu (listed below), perfect for passing among friends. Evening edibles may be ordered through Midnight.

Libations include custom, craft cocktails and a unique bottle service menu featuring six organic options. All sharable spirits will arrive with appropriate mixers, garnishes and glassware. The complete cocktail menu is also below.

LATE NIGHT DINING MENU

OYSTERS ½ DOZEN 18
choice of east or west
MEAT & CHEESE 16
choice of east or west
WARM SPANISH OLIVES 8
choice of east or west
AHI TUNA TARTARE 14
choice of east or west
CHILLED PRAWNS 13
choice of east or west
POMMES FRITES & FONDUE 10
choice of east or west
P.E.I. MUSSELS 14
choice of east or west

Organic Craft Cocktails $12

“Ginger Fizz” Veev Acai spirit, ginger beer, fresh lime juice, bitters

“The Lotus” Square One Cucumber vodka, St. Germain, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, soda water, pepper

Organic Bottle Service

Bubbly: 06 Domaine Carneros, Napa Valley, CA 13/59
Bubbly: NV Korbel, Brut Organic, Sonoma, CA 15/68
Vodka: Square One 200/ Cucumber 200/ Botanical 200
Gin: Tru 200
Rum: Crusoe Silver 200
Tequila: Casa Noble Blanco 200/ Anejo 225/ Reposado 250

Craft Cocktails $12

“Jalapeno-Strawberry Caiporoska” grapefruit vodka, muddled strawberry and jalapeño pepper, fresh lime juice, simple syrup

“Pimm’s Cup” gin, Pimm’s, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, ginger beer, cucumber

“Dark & Stormy” dark rum, fresh lime juice, rosemary-brown sugar syrup, ginger beer

“Raspberry Fizz” prosecco, raspberry, mint, lemon

“Cane & Abel” 10 cane rum, blackberry, cream soda

“Westside” Hennessy Black, mint, lemon, raspberry, ginger beer

Bottle Service

Bubbles

NV Moët & Chandon, ICE Imperial, France 110
NV Moët & Chandon, Brut Imperial, France 14/105
02 Dom Perignon 380
NV Veuve Clicquot, Rose 180
NV Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label, Brut 20/150
NV Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label, Brut
1.5L magnum 290

Vodka
Ketel One 250/ Citroen 250
Grey Goose 275
Belvedere 275/ Bloody Mary 275
Effen Black Cherry 225

Gin
Tanqueray 225
Bombay Sapphire 250

Rum
10 Cane 275
Captain Morgan 225
Bacardi 200
Goslings 250

Tequila
Patron Silver 250/ Anejo 275/ Reposado 300
Don Julio Blanco 275/ Anejo 300/ Reposado 325

ELATE
111 West Huron
Chicago, Illinois 60654
312.202.9900
ElateChicago.com

Half-Way to St. Patrick’s Day Party

Timothy O’Toole’s Irish Pub Goes Green

Friday, September 16
11 a.m. to 3 a.m.

Free to attend

The half-way point to March’s main event, St. Patrick’s Day, is approaching. Timothy O’Toole’s Pub will celebrate with an all-day, all-green celebration on Friday, September 16, complete with “Leprechaun Joe,” pitchers of green beer ($8), Irish Apple Martinis ($8), Irish menu specials, prizes and giveaways.

Chef Corey Grupe has created special Irish-inspired offerings, available at lunch and dinner during the half-way to St. Paddy’s party (listed below). These items will be available in addition to items always found on the menu (Irish nachos, black & tan onion rings, twice-baked potato soup, classic Reuben, pub fish & chips and more).

Special Menu

Pitchers of Green Beer $8
Irish Apple Martinis $8

Potato Pancakes
apple sauce, sour cream $6.99

Reuben Eggrolls
1000 Island dressing $6.99

Dubliner Burger
Irish cheddar and Guinness braised onions $8.99

Guinness Beef Stew
slow cooked beef and vegetables $10.99 (reg. $11.99)

Shepherd’s Pie
slow cooked beef and vegetables, topped with mashed potatoes $10.99 (reg $12.99)

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub Chicago
622 N. Fairbanks Court
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 642-0700
http://www.timothyotooles.com

“Tailgating 101″ Class at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub

Pairing the Perfect Football Fare

Thursday, September 8
7 p.m.

$20 per person

Chef Corey Grupe will lead a “Tailgating 101″ class at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub on Thursday, September 8. Just in time for football season (Bears play the Falcons at home that Sunday), participants will learn to pair food and drink that’s perfect for pre-game parties. Each of the dishes and paired drinks will be discussed and tasted, while a few will be demonstrated live by Grupe. The class agenda is outlined below.

Recipe cards will be distributed and tailgating-theme prizes will be raffled off. The class will begin at 7 p.m. The cost to attend is $20 per guest. Please call O’Toole’s for reservations.

Tailgating 101

Pabst Blue Ribbon
PBR Grilled Bratwurst, Sauerkraut and Brown Mustard

Loaded Bloody Mary
Mini Chicago Style Burger

Bell’s Best Brown Ale
KC BBQ Ribs

Shiner Bock
Tri-tip Texas Chili

Black & Tan
Guinness Caramel Corn

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub Chicago
622 N. Fairbanks Court
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 642-0700
TimothyOTooles.com

Goose Island Beer Tasting at Franklin Tap

Meet the Brewers, Sample Suds and Chat about Chicago’s Craft Beer Scene

Wednesday, August 24
5-7 p.m.

Free to attend

Franklin Tap, the urban neighborhood tavern located in the loop, will host a “Meet the Brewers” event on Wednesday, August 24 from 5-7 p.m. Brewers from Chicago’s own Goose Island will be on hand to meet and greet with guests. A selection of Goose Island’s classic, seasonal and premium beers will be specially priced at $3-$5 per pint. Participants will have a chance to win raffle prizes and giveaways, including brewers jerseys, glassware, t-shirts and more. Local craft beer enthusiasts will be able to chat with the brewers about what it’s like to be at the forefront of Chicago’s craft beer scene.

Franklin Tap is located in the loop, just seconds away from Willis Tower, Union Station and The Board of Trade. The diverse menu offers premium sandwiches, homemade soups and comfort food favorites along with an extensive selection of craft beer, including 12 brews on draft. Franklin Tap is a great spot to grab lunch on the patio or an after work beer with friends.

Franklin Tap
325 South Franklin
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 212-3262
http://www.FranklinTap.com