Super Bowl Sunday at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub

Sunday, February 5
Kickoff 5:30 p.m.

Free to attend

Are you ready for some football? On Sunday, February 5, both Timothy O’Toole’s Pubs (City/Streeterville and Suburbs/Gurnee) will hold an action-packed, Super Bowl 46 viewing party. While the New York Giants battle the New England Patriots, guests may partake in either of the following events:

Chicago/Streeterville
9 a.m. – 3 a.m.

60 televisions will show the game (and commercials) with sound
$10 Miller Lite pitchers
$5 Absolut cocktails
Raffle prize: HD flatscreen TV awarded at the end of fourth quarter ($5 raffle tickets benefit Chicago Polar Plunge)
Reservations: “front row” seats are available, call (312) 642-0700
Brunch and Dinner menus will be available

Suburbs/Gurnee
11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

30 televisions will show the game (and commercials) with sound
$16 Miller/Coors Buckets (5 bottles)
$15 bottomless bloody mary bar
$20 bottomless mimosa bar
Reservations: “front row” seats are available, call (847) 249-0800
Full menu will be available in addition to:

New England Patriots Menu
New England Clam Chowder (fried clam strips served with fries and coleslaw $8.99)
Boston Burger (topped with Sam Adams beer cheese, bacon and onion rings served with fries and Boston baked beans $8.99)

New York Giants Menu:
NY Deli (warm pastrami with coleslaw, Swiss cheese and mustard $8.99)
NY Patty Melt Burger (two patties loaded high with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and 1000 Island dressing on grilled rye bread served with garlic fries $8.99)

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

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub Gurnee
5572 Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847) 249-0800
www.timothyotooles.com

National Beer Can Appreciation Day at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub

Cheers! to $2 Canned Brews 

Tuesday, January 24
11 – 3 a.m. Chicago
11 – 1 a.m. Gurnee

Free to attend

If you think the best beers are in bottles, think again. Tuesday, January 24 marks the 77th birthday of canned beer and is now noted as “National Beer Can Appreciation Day.” Brews sold and served in aluminum cans first debuted on January 24, 1935.

At Timothy O’Toole’s Pub, guests “can” enjoy Miller High Life, Miller Genuine Draft, Miller Lite and Hamm’s in the can for $2, as well as Budweiser (Chicago) and Pabst Blue Ribbon (Gurnee). Don’t struggle with trading your pint glass for a can – just think of it as a mini keg and tap up!

National Beer Can Appreciation Day will be celebrated from 11 – 3 a.m. at the downtown Chicago location and 11 – 1 a.m. at the Gurnee location.

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

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub Gurnee
5572 Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847) 249-0800
www.timothyotooles.com

New Year’s Day Brunches Around Town

Contemporary Classics, Comfort Fare and Ethnic Eats in Chicago

Sunday, January 1, 2012

What better way to start new year’s day than with a beautiful brunch. The list below outlines a bevy of downtown options, from classic breakfast and lunch fare to ethnic eats and treats. The details for each service are included by restaurant.

BLT American Brasserie will offer their new Sunday brunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring Chef Laurent Tourondel’s exquisite, wide-ranging menu, guests may enjoy salads and starters, egg dishes and breakfast entrees, lunch items from the grill, sushi rolls, pizzettas and more. Each patron will receive a warm, from-the-oven popover to start the meal. Incredible bloody Marys (barbeque, balsamic and the BLT) and brunch cocktails will also be available.

Say ole! to new year’s day at Cantina Laredo. Cantina Laredo will offer their complete brunch menu featuring favorite Mexican dishes, housemade margaritasand bloody Marias from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (entrees include a mimosa, Bloody Maria or non-alcoholic beverage of your choice). Some of the dishes will include crab cake benedict, chicken fajita omelet, migas con huevos, steak and eggs with chimichurri and huevos rancheros.

The New Year’s Day Hangover Buffet at Park Grill will cure all that ails you from the night before.  Special hangover-happy foods (ham and cheese French toast, banana and nutella pancakes, mushroom and spinach benedict, flat iron steak with chimichurri, biscuits and spicy gravy), brunch cocktails and a Bloody Mary Bar will be available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for $30 (adults) and $12 kids (ages 12 and under).

The Chicago Firehouse will feature Chef Kendal Duque’s new, winter a la carte brunch menu from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Duque’s dishes include a variety of eggs benedict, omelettes, scrambles and sweets, in addition to entree salads, soup, sandwiches and butcher offerings. Brunch cocktails may be perfect for the post-party day, from the BLT Bloody Mary and Hard Arnold Palmer to the 5-Alarm Coffee Cocktail and Spiked Sweet Tea.

Elate’s market-driven brunch from Chef Michael Noll will be available starting at 10:30 a.m. and will run until 2:30 p.m. Guests may enjoy bottomless mimosas (blueberry, mango, traditional) for $20 with the purchase of an entree. Noll’s menu ranges from sweets and savories to salads and sandwiches.

Start the new year with a show! The brunch at Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club will be offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free-flowing bloody Marys, sangria and mimosas will be $10 with any brunch entrée purchase from Chef Mark Kasper’s menu of contemporary classics and comfort fare. Lively performances from Kit Kat’s one-and-only Madam X will take place throughout the day. Kit Kat is featuring half-price martinis from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

The Hangover Brunch at The Red Canary will highlight a fan-favorite: “The Hangover” entree. The dish consists of skillet potatoes with melted cheddar, braised short ribs and a sunny-side egg on top for $14. Guests that partake in the bottomless mimosas ($18) or bottomless bloody Marys ($20) will receive a complimentary entrée from the weekend brunch menu. Brunch service is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The perfect place for a post-party hangover brunch is in Timothy O’Toole’s Pub’s subterranean setting. In addition to the brunch menu (scrambles, benedicts, burritos, burgers, sandwiches, waffles and more), the Pub will also offer a bottomless mimosa bar ($16) and bottomless bloody mary bar ($20) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For the football fans, sip $16 Miller/Coors family buckets, $5 Jack Daniels and Jack Honey cocktails while tuning in to over 75 screens (open until 3 a.m.).

ZED451 will start off the new year with an unforgettable brunch experience. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., dining guests may partake in a mid-day meal that includes a bounty of breakfast and lunch selections. Brunch is $29 per person, mimosas will be offered for $3 and house-made bloody marys, complete with gourmet garnish, will be $5 each. (Returning guests that purchased the New Year’s Eve dinner or party package will receive bottomless bloody marys at brunch.) In the Fireside Lounge, New Year’s Day is all about football. ZED451′s 80-foot screen will show every play of the games, and from 10 a.m. to midnight, $5 ZED burgers and $3 pints of craft beer will be offered in addition to the full “Cravings” menu.

BLT American Brasserie
500 West Superior Street
Chicago, IL 60654
312-948-8744
BLTAmericanBrasserie.com

The Chicago Firehouse
1401 South Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605
312.786.1401
ChicagoFirehouse.com

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

Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club
3700 N. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60613
773-525-1111
kitkatchicago. com

Park Grill
11 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60602
312.521.7275
www.parkgrillchicago.com

The Red Canary
695 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60642
312.846.1475
TheRedCanaryChicago.com

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

ZED451
739 North Clark Street
Chicago, Illinois 60611
312.266.6691
ZED451.com

Annual Subterranean New Year’s Eve Celebration in Streeterville

Affordable Option to End 2011 at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub 

Saturday, December 31
9 p.m. to 3 a.m.

$20 per person

On Saturday, December 31, Timothy O’Toole’s Pub, located below-ground at Ontario and Fairbanks in Streeterville, will offer new year’s eve celebrants an affordable way to ring in 2012.

A $20 entry charge will include the choice of a “champagne of beers” (one 24-ounce Miller High Life tallboy) or a champagne split, along with a midnight appetizer buffet, karaoke, DJ-spun party hits and party favors. The live, televised countdown will be shown on over 75 screens throughout the Pub. This new year’s eve event will make for one of the best deals downtown.

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub
622 N. Fairbanks Ct.
Chicago, IL 60611
312.642.0700
www.timothyotooles.com

Free Thanksgiving Meal for Those in Need from Timothy O’Toole’s Pub

Pick Up a Hot Holiday Meal to Hand Deliver on Turkey Day

Place Orders for Meals through Wednesday, November 23
Pick Up Meals on Thursday, November 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

This Thanksgiving, Timothy O’Toole’s Pub will share the spirit of the season by providing “Heat & Serve” holiday meals to those in need. Chef Corey Grupe will prepare a complimentary, traditional meal of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, corn, rolls and decadent pie. The Thanksgiving dinner is available for any local family in the greater Gurnee area that could benefit from the donation of the restaurant.

To personally deliver a warm and hearty dinner to a friend or family in need, please call Rosie at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub at (847) 249-0800. Meal kits will be available for pick up on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Timothy O’Toole’s
5572 Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847) 249-0800
TimothyOTooles.com

Have a Ball at Timothy O’Toole’s’ Second Annual Turkey Testicle Festival

Back-to-Back Eating Competitions on Black Wednesday

Black Wednesday, November 23
Turkey Testicle Eating Contest, 9:00 p.m.
Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest, 11:00 p.m.

No cost to participate

Timothy O’Toole’s Second Annual Turkey Testicle Festival kicks off at 9:00 p.m. on Black Wednesday, November 23. The winner of the Turkey Testicle Eating Contest will receive a whole frozen turkey to prepare for their own Thanksgiving Day feast. For those who are less daring, but still willing to compete, the pub will hold a Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest at 11:00 p.m., with the winner receiving a $25 gift certificate.

Chef Corey Grupe has prepared a bevy of appropriately themed menu specials, including a “bucket of balls” (deep fried turkey testicles with your choice of dipping sauce), an open faced hot turkey sandwich, turkey panini and slices of pumpkin pie. Complete menu specials are outlined below.

Black Wednesday’s drink specials include $4 Jameson shots, $2 Miller Lite and Coors Light pints and half-price Guinness “Blacklist” drafts. The spirit of competition will continue throughout the evening, as all guest are welcome to enjoy complimentary pool, darts, jumbo jenga and board games.

Black Wednesday Menu Specials

Bucket of Balls
deep fried turkey testicles with your choice of dipping sauce, $6.99

Open Faced Hot Turkey Sandwich
served on thick egg bread with mashed potatoes & gravy, corn &cranberry sauce, $9.99

Turkey Panini
turkey breast topped with bacon, jack cheese &cranberry mayo, $8.99

Pumpkin Pie
topped with whipped cream, $3.99

NOTE: Timothy O’Toole’s will be open on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24, during regular business hours (11 a.m.- 3 a.m.). The following day, “Black Friday” November 25, the Pub will open for brunch at 9:00 a.m. Stop in for bottomless mimosas and bloody marys, before or after your holiday shopping extravaganza!

Timothy O’Toole’s
622 North Fairbanks Court
Chicago, IL 60611
312.642.0700
TimothyOTooles.com

Sam Adams Beer Tasting at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub

Five Seasonal Brews and Paired Bites

Thursday, October 20
7 p.m.
$20 per person

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub will hold a Sam Adams beer tasting on Thursday, October 20 at 7 p.m. Participating guests will not only be educated on Sam Adams seasonal brews, but will also enjoy perfectly paired bites with each sudsy sample.

The event, led by a Sam Adams representative, will feature:

Octoberfest paired with seasonal sausage platter

Cherry Wheat paired with mini BBQ brisket sandwich with cherry BBQ glaze

Harvest Pumpkin paired with potato gnocchi with pumpkin mascarpone cream and toasted pepitas

Boston Lager paired with pork tenderloin with blue cheese crusted potato and spiced apples

Cream Stout paired with flourless chocolate cake with raspberry coulis

Please contact Timothy O’Toole’s Pub at (312) 642-0700 to make a tasting event reservation (recommended).

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

“Da Super Fan Challenge” at Timothy O’Toole’s

Plus: Celebrate Da Coach’s Birthday on “Ditka Day”

Da Super Fan Challenge
Available on Da Bears game days
11 a.m. to 3 a.m.

Ditka Day
Tuesday, October 18
11 a.m. to 3 a.m.

Timothy O’Toole’s presents “Da Super Fan Challenge,” a meat-centric spread that would certainly satisfy the likes of Bill and Bob Swerski. Available on Bears game days, the Pub challenges Super Fans to an eating competition consisting of a half slab of baby back ribs, ten extra spicy chicken wings, a Polish sausage sandwich, an Italian beef sandwich, two pounds of French fries and a “jumbo” Miller Lite served in a 23-ounce Chicago Bears glass (to wash it all down, of course). At only $29.99 per platter, the challenge is a deal for any hungry Super Fan, so don your best Bears attire, grab your defibrillator, strap on your bib and head to Timothy O’Toole’s during Da Bears game for “Da Super Fan Challenge.” BONUS: finish it all and keep the souvenir beer glass!

As any good Super Fan knows, Ditka’s Birthday is a day worth celebrating. Tuesday, October 18 will be “Ditka Day” at Timothy O’Toole’s, as the pub celebrates Da Coach’s 72nd birthday from open to close (11 a.m.-3 a.m.). Guests who wear Bears gear will receive a free Ditka ‘stache (but don’t forget your aviators!). Specials include $1 off all domestic bottles and drafts, and Da Super Fan Challenge will be available on this very special day ($29.99, menu outlined below).

Da Super Fan Trivia Question:

Q: “Who would win in a fight, Ditka or God?”
A: “Trick question, Ditka is God.”

Da Super Fan Challenge
$29.99 per Super Fan (or free if you can finish it in 30 minutes)

Half-Slab of Baby Back Ribs
10 Extra Spicy Chicken Wings
Polish Sausage Sandwich
Italian Beef Sandwich
Two pounds of fries
Jumbo Miller Lite (23 ounces)

Timothy O’Toole’s
622 North Fairbanks Court
Chicago, IL 60611
312.642.0700
TimothyOTooles.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

Wisconsin vs NIU: College Football Game at Soldier Field

Party Shuttle Departs from Streeterville

Saturday, September 17
1 p.m. departure / 2:15 p.m. game

$10 fee

The Badgers and Huskies will face-off locally at Soldier Field on Saturday, September 17. Ticket holders are welcome to pre-game dine and drink at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub in Streeterville, then hop the shuttle bus to the stadium. The round-trip, party bus ride ($10) will include beverages.

Wisconsin -vs- NIU kick-off is 2:15 p.m. Please call O’Toole’s to reserve a spot on the bus. Brunch/lunch (complete with Bloody Mary bar, bottomless mimosas) will be offered starting at 9 a.m.

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