# Best Food-Drinks Events in Chicago

- **Subtitle**: From vegan markets to neighborhood tastings, how Chicago actually eats and drinks together
- **Category**: Food & Drinks
- **Display Name**: Food & Drink events
- **Type**: category

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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: CrimeStery Fest 2026
  - **Description**: CrimeStery-Fest 2026 — All Things Crime and MysteryThe Northeast's Coolest Crime Convention!Calling all true crime enthusiasts, CrimeStery-Fest returns for an immersive three-day celebration
  - **Date**: Fri, 09 Oct at 04:00 pm – Sun, 11 Oct at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/danvers/crimestery-fest-2026-tickets/80005231957486
  - **Venue**: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston North Shore, Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA, USA
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## About

Chicago takes food-drinks seriously, but not too seriously. The city treats tasting and drinking as a social sport, and the real action lives in its events. You see it in things like Taste of Northalsted Spring 2026, where the Northalsted crowd turns the neighborhood into one long taste test, and in the LevelUP Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Mijo's, which is exactly the kind of loud, colorful, margarita fueled hangout that reminds you why this city loves a themed party.

A lot of the best food-drinks events in Chicago are tucked into neighborhood spots you probably walk past all the time. Another Vegan Market by CVTK pulls in the plant based faithful and the just curious, mixing small local vendors with people who treat label reading as a hobby. Over on Lincoln Avenue, events around 3430 N Lincoln Ave and the 5th Annual Schubas Garage Sale skew very local, very "I live around the corner" energy, the type of gatherings where you grab a drink, pick up something you did not plan on buying, and stay longer than you meant to.

Then you have the places that feel a bit more polished but still pull a real crowd. Eataly Chicago keeps anchoring big tasting style happenings that attract both River North office workers and out of town food people who schedule their day around a wine flight. Sip Society Coffee Education Center draws a different kind of obsessive, the caffeine nerds who want to learn why their espresso tastes the way it does and are happy to sit through a class to find out. These spots prove that the best food-drinks in Chicago show up not just on menus, but in how people gather around them.

If you want a cheat sheet to what is shaping the food-drinks scene in Chicago right now, start with these names:

Taste of Northalsted Spring 2026 for classic neighborhood tasting chaos in Northalsted.
Another Vegan Market by CVTK for plant based die hards and curious omnivores.
LevelUP Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Mijo's for big crowd, big flavor party energy.
Events around 3430 N Lincoln Ave and Schubas for low key local drinking and browsing.
Eataly Chicago tastings for polished, indoor food-drinks events in the center of the city.
Sip Society Coffee Education Center for people who treat coffee like a science project.

## Food & Drinks Events in Chicago

- **Event Name**: Bottomless Margaritas & Fireworks on the Riverwalk - Every Weds & Sun!
  - **Description**: Enjoy Margaritas for 2 hours, chips & salsa plus fireworks show views on the Chicago Riverwalk! 4 Marg varieties to try & tix start at $25!About this Event*While we have your attention, don't forge
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  - **Date**: Wed Aug 19 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/bottomless-margaritas-and-fireworks-on-the-riverwalk-every-weds-and-sun/100001981256189597
  - **Venue**: Island Party Hut (between Lake Shore Drive and Columbus on the Riverwalk)
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  - **Price**: USD 25 to 58
  - **Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, dance, Nonprofit, Contests, Meetups
- **Event Name**: Taste of Greektown
  - **Description**: Celebrate 36 Years of Hellenic Pride at Taste of Greektown!

Get ready for a weekend of Mediterranean magic as the 36th Annual Taste of Greektown takes over Halsted Street in Chicago’s vibrant West Loop! Renowned as the heart of the city’s Greek restauran
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  - **Date**: Fri Aug 28 2026 at 04:00 pm – Fri Aug 28 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/taste-of-greektown/200030439992617
  - **Venue**: 315 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661-5424, United States
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, kids, festivals, live-music, food-drinks, music-festivals, calendar
- **Event Name**: Lakeview Taco Fest
  - **Description**: Fri, August 21, 2026 | 4:00pm to 10:00pm
Sat, August 22, 2026 | 11:00am to 10:00pm
Sun, August 23, 2026 | 11:00am to 9:00pm

Savor the Flavors: The Lakeview Taco Fest Returns!

With its eclectic mix of trendy stores, charming boutiques, and delectable res
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  - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 at 04:00 pm – Fri Aug 21 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/lakeview-taco-fest/200030008705838
  - **Venue**: 3500 N Southport Ave,, Chicago, Illinois 60657, United States
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  - **Categories**: festivals, kids, performances, sports, entertainment, contests, art
- **Event Name**: 2026  Air & Water Show Viewing Party - The Lakefront Green - Saturday 8/15
  - **Description**: Theater on the Lake presents the 2026 Air and Water Show outdoor viewing party on the Lakefront Green.About this EventSoar Above the Crowds at Chicago's Ultimate Air & Water Show Experience!Get ready for an unf
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 15 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Aug 15 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/2026-air-and-water-show-viewing-party-the-lakefront-green-saturday-8-15/100001992449627471
  - **Venue**: The Lakefront Green at Theater on the Lake
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  - **Price**: USD 55 to 130
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Air & Water Show Oasis Viewing Party - (Saturday | 8/15)
  - **Description**: Celebrate the Chicago Air & Water Show with unobstructed lakefront views, a beachside buffet, & premium open bar from 9AM–2PM on The Oasis!About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/349c6720-9245-11f1-8d
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 15 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Aug 15 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/air-and-water-show-oasis-viewing-party-saturday-8-15/100001981944776178
  - **Venue**: Shore Club
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  - **Price**: USD 1,615 to 2,070
  - **Categories**: air-shows, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Chicago Summer Food Festival
  - **Description**: Come hungry to Chicago Summer Food Festival and dive into delicious eats, live tunes, and good vibes!About this EventChicago Summer Food Festival.Grant Park📍 337 E R
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  - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Aug 23 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chicago-summer-food-festival/100001993604717376
  - **Venue**: Grant Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, food-drinks, Festivals, Music, Entertainment, Workshops
- **Event Name**: WingOut Chicago 2026
  - **Description**: Join us at Gallagher Way in Wrigleyville for Chicago’s most mouth-watering outdoor event of the summer—WingOut Chicago—on Sept 26-27! 

This fest gathers the city’s finest wing-slingers for a weekend of wing sampling, live music, adult beverages, competit
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 11:30 am – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/wingout-chicago-2026/200029996851118
  - **Venue**: Gallagher Way Chicago
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, contests, festivals, live-music, parties, reggae
- **Event Name**: Panda Fest Chicago 2026
  - **Description**: Panda fest is an outdoor Asian food festival with experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs.About this EventPanda fest is one of the biggest outdoor Asian food festivals in the US with experiential activities, t
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  - **Date**: Fri Aug 28 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/panda-fest-chicago-2026/100001989231343497
  - **Venue**: Upper Hutchinson Field
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  - **Price**: USD 13 to 42
  - **Categories**: festivals, food-truck-festivals, food-drinks, art, fine-arts, harvest-festival, fourth-of-july-bbq-festivals
- **Event Name**: Air & Water Show Viewing Party - (Sunday | 8/16)
  - **Description**: Celebrate the Chicago Air & Water Show with unobstructed lakefront views, a beachside buffet, & premium open bar from 9AM–2PM at Shore Club!About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/18ce4350-939f-11f1-8
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun Aug 16 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/air-and-water-show-viewing-party-sunday-8-16/100001982021809587
  - **Venue**: Shore Club
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  - **Price**: USD 78 to 2,298
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Chef BBQ 2026
  - **Description**: Green City Market’s Chef BBQ is back for its 25th year! Celebrate Chicago’s top chefs, Midwest farmers, incredible food, craft drinks, and lAbout this EventGreen City Market’s Chef BBQ is back for its 25th
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  - **Date**: Thu Sep 10 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu Sep 10 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/chef-bbq-2026/100001990687977328
  - **Venue**: Green City Market Lincoln Park
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  - **Price**: USD 211 to 3,500
  - **Categories**: fitness, food-drinks, Festivals
- **Event Name**: Big Grill Fest Chicago
  - **Description**: The brightest and best international chefs, restaurants, and barbecue experts come together to create a feast of unique live-fire dishes available exclusively at the festival. It’s your chance to feast on dishes you’d normally have to travel the world for
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 29 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Aug 30 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/big-grill-fest-chicago/200030220017020
  - **Venue**: Wrightwood Park: 2534 N Greenview Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
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  - **Categories**: festivals, food-drinks, contests
- **Event Name**: 2026  Air & Water Show Viewing Party - The Lakefront Green - Sunday 8/16
  - **Description**: Theater on the Lake presents the 2026 Air and Water Show outdoor viewing party on the Lakefront Green.About this EventSoar Above the Crowds at Chicago's Ultimate Air & Water Show Experience!Get ready for an unf
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 16 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Aug 16 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/2026-air-and-water-show-viewing-party-the-lakefront-green-sunday-8-16/100001992449747831
  - **Venue**: The Lakefront Green at Theater on the Lake
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  - **Price**: USD 55 to 130
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: All You Can Eataly: Septemberfest
  - **Description**: Unlimited bites, pours, entertainment, and more - get ready for the biggest Italian party of the year, only at Eataly Chicago on Sept 18!About this EventAll You Can Eataly: Septemberfest returns Septembe
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 18 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Sep 18 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/all-you-can-eataly-septemberfest/100001996116130079
  - **Venue**: Eataly Chicago
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  - **Price**: USD 139 to 947
  - **Categories**: fitness, Music, Workshops, Entertainment, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Sixteen Candles at LAKEVIEW TACO FEST! **SOUTH STAGE**
  - **Description**: Lakeview Taco Fest! It has been a few years since we have played this one  and  we are excited to be back to celebrate tacos, 80s music (and beer!)with you! 

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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/sixteen-candles-at-lakeview-taco-fest-south-stage/200030485316448
  - **Venue**: 3500 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657-1436, United States
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- **Event Name**: Air & Water Show Viewing Party - (Friday Preview | 8/14)
  - **Description**: Celebrate the Chicago Air & Water Show with unobstructed lakefront views, a beachside buffet, and a premium open bar from 11AM–2PM!About this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7d17c250-9264-11f1-8f1c-cf8ce96ac
  - **Date**: Fri Aug 14 2026 at 11:00 am – Fri Aug 14 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/air-and-water-show-viewing-party-friday-preview-8-14/100001981943286723
  - **Venue**: Shore Club
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  - **Price**: USD 159 to 2,070
  - **Categories**: fitness

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  - **Description**: Special Perks from TastingFestivals.com HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/just-announced-chicago-top-shelf-tequila-and-whiskey-tasting-festival-september-26-tickets-1353028266969?aff=allevents&discount=3rd30Calling all
  - **Venue**: Kings Dining & Entertainment
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a4a3669aba15.jpg
- **Event Name**: Event Planning Certification Training at Chicago Marriott Downtown | September 19, 2026
  - **Description**: Turn Your Event Planning Skills Into a Career or BusinessJoin us at Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile for a one-day, instructor-led Certified Event Planner (CEP) Certification Train
  - **Venue**: Chicago Marriott Downtown
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- **Event Name**: Chasing Sun(Sets) III — JOEZI x MASSUMA
  - **Description**: THE MONOLITH PROJECT PRESENTS: CHASING SUN(SETS) IIIJOEZI x MASSUMATHE SEASON FINALEThree dates. One lake. One home. One final sunset.Saturday, September 19, Chasing Sun(Sets) returns to Castaways B
  - **Venue**: Castaways Beach Club
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a7c131828b6d.jpg
- **Event Name**: Dorothy's Quest in Chicago: Outdoor OZ Experience
  - **Description**: Step into a world where brains, heart, and courage are your greatest tools. Dorothy’s Quest invites you to rediscover the city through a classic fairy tale lens, where every statue or building could hide a coded message. It's an immers
  - **Venue**: Oz Park
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a58ffd5f26b5.jpg
- **Event Name**: Private Psychic Reading & Energy Cleansing Sessions | Chicago | Aug. 24–25
  - **Description**: Meet Setsu, a psychic & spiritual advisor based in New York. In-person sessions in English or Japanese, for two days only in Chicago.Private Psychic Reading & Energy Cleansing Sessions | Chicago | Aug. 24–25✨ Monday,
  - **Venue**: Chicago
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- **Event Name**: Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field
  - **Venue**: Wrigley Field
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## Things to Do in Chicago

### Restaurants

- **Name**: Giordano's
  - **Rating**: 4.5 (19k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 130 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 11:00am–10:00pm, Fri–Sat: 11:00am–11:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/giordanos-aidvfume6
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- **Name**: Pequod's Pizza
  - **Rating**: 4.4 (14.1k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 2207 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sat: 11:00am–2:00am, Sun: 11:00am–12:00am
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/pequods-pizza-aidvfrxrn
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- **Name**: Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
  - **Rating**: 4.5 (5.3k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 1120 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 8
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 11:00am–11:00pm, Fri–Sat: 11:00am–12:00am
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/lou-malnatis-pizzeria-aidvy05p4
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- **Name**: Giordano's
  - **Rating**: 4.3 (4.5k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 10
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 11:00am–9:00pm, Fri–Sat: 11:00am–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/giordanos-aidvw4cbt
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- **Name**: Alinea
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (2.6k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 100
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 5:00pm–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/alinea-aidzxav4o
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- **Name**: Next Restaurant
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (561 reviews)
  - **Location**: 953 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 100
  - **Timings**: Wed–Sun: 5:00pm–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/next-restaurant-aidzpxhan
  - **Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/70/4ba36286d74caf91a7216ef7bafa8f/jd.png
### Cafes

- **Name**: Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (8.4k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 130 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 7:00am–2:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/wildberry-pancakes-and-cafe-aidn2zpv2
  - **Image**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/2e2a0b20-8c59-11ef-b19b-c3b27d121877-rimg-w800-h600-dca8612c-gmir.jpg
- **Name**: The Purple Pig
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (6.4k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 444 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 20
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 11:00am–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/the-purple-pig-aidzi50ip
  - **Image**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/f6208ab0-770e-11ef-a189-2787caeecf67-rimg-w800-h533-dc070603-gmir.jpg
- **Name**: Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
  - **Rating**: 4.5 (5.3k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 1120 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 8
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 11:00am–11:00pm, Fri–Sat: 11:00am–12:00am
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/lou-malnatis-pizzeria-aidvy05p4
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- **Name**: Alinea
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (2.6k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 100
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 5:00pm–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/alinea-aidzxav4o
  - **Image**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/6326f210-7715-11ef-9a4c-c77d33d0c48a-rimg-w800-h534-dc605a4d-gmir.jpg
- **Name**: Sweet Maple Cafe
  - **Rating**: 4.5 (1.6k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 1339 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 18
  - **Timings**: Wed–Sun: 7:00am–1:30pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/sweet-maple-cafe-aidnichq5
  - **Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/14/b9bcbaf07b4c20828115a3ff2e0586/sweet_1.jpg
- **Name**: Next Restaurant
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (561 reviews)
  - **Location**: 953 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 100
  - **Timings**: Wed–Sun: 5:00pm–10:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/next-restaurant-aidzpxhan
  - **Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/70/4ba36286d74caf91a7216ef7bafa8f/jd.png
### Street Food Spots

- **Name**: Roosevelt Collection Shops
  - **Rating**: 4.5 (3.2k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 150 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60605, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 4.98
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sat: 10:00am–9:00pm, Sun: 11:00am–6:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/roosevelt-collection-shops-aidyouaet
  - **Image**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/8d45b670-7a3b-11ef-ae19-9936aa639197-rimg-w800-h600-dcaaa191-gmir.jpg
- **Name**: Washington Square Mall
  - **Rating**: 4.1 (2.6k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 4849 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, USA, Chicago
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/washington-square-mall-aidy8oe5v
  - **Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/e0/6bc03b5df9459789ec6d7bf1303851/washington-square-mall.jpg
- **Name**: Jimmy's Gyros & Grill
  - **Rating**: 4.5 (1.3k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 20 E Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 10
  - **Timings**: Mon–Wed: 10:30am–2:00am, Thu: 10:30am–3:00am, Fri: 10:30am–5:00am, Sat: 11:00am–5:00am, Sun: 12:00pm–3:00am
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/jimmys-gyros-and-grill-aidbh4avz
  - **Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/3e/3204ec9a414dc886cbd5fca8f710dd/AF1QipN3GnaYDsmkFBEu7vXo8ywJCDt7HXEwTnps7yj3-s1360-w1360-h1020.jpg
- **Name**: Maxwell Street Depot
  - **Rating**: 4.4 (1.3k+ reviews)
  - **Location**: 411 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 5
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sun: 12:00am–11:59pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/maxwell-street-depot-aidbap4s2
  - **Image**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/980befb0-ae3a-11ef-bf4d-e73168266baa-rimg-w800-h600-dc131218-gmir.jpg
- **Name**: Firenze: Italian Street Food
  - **Rating**: 4.6 (95 reviews)
  - **Location**: 131 N Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 10
  - **Timings**: Mon–Sat: 10:30am–2:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/firenze-italian-street-food-aidb89qxh
  - **Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/d7/cffe9f1bd647e9b8be4bb2561c7477/AF1QipNbPw0lv59rd9cJusPiRQPsGNCsi4t0Y52FLLQn-s1360-w1360-h1020.jpg
- **Name**: FARE | Sterling Food Hall
  - **Rating**: 4.8 (39 reviews)
  - **Location**: 125 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA, Chicago
  - **Price**: USD 6
  - **Timings**: Mon–Fri: 11:00am–3:00pm
  - **URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/things-to-do/fare-sterling-food-hall-aidb8szjw
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Bottomless Margaritas & Fireworks on the Riverwalk - Every Weds & Sun! (Wed Aug 19 2026 at Island Party Hut (between Lake Shore Drive and Columbus on the Riverwalk)), Taste of Greektown (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 04:00 pm at 315 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661-5424, United States), Lakeview Taco Fest (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 04:00 pm at 3500 N Southport Ave,, Chicago, Illinois 60657, United States), 2026  Air & Water Show Viewing Party - The Lakefront Green - Saturday 8/15 (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 11:00 am at The Lakefront Green at Theater on the Lake), Air & Water Show Oasis Viewing Party - (Saturday | 8/15) (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 09:00 am at Shore Club).
- **Q**: What are the top free Food & Drinks events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Chicago Summer Food Festival (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 10:00 am at Grant Park).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Chicago today August 14, 2026?
  - **A:** Air & Water Show Viewing Party - (Friday Preview | 8/14) (Fri Aug 14 2026 at 11:00 am at Shore Club).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Chicago this weekend August 14–16, 2026?
  - **A:** 2026  Air & Water Show Viewing Party - The Lakefront Green - Saturday 8/15 (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 11:00 am at The Lakefront Green at Theater on the Lake), Air & Water Show Oasis Viewing Party - (Saturday | 8/15) (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 09:00 am at Shore Club), Air & Water Show Viewing Party - (Sunday | 8/16) (Sun Aug 16 2026 at 09:00 am at Shore Club), 2026  Air & Water Show Viewing Party - The Lakefront Green - Sunday 8/16 (Sun Aug 16 2026 at 11:00 am at The Lakefront Green at Theater on the Lake).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Chicago in August 2026?
  - **A:** Bottomless Margaritas & Fireworks on the Riverwalk - Every Weds & Sun! (Wed Aug 19 2026 at Island Party Hut (between Lake Shore Drive and Columbus on the Riverwalk)), Taste of Greektown (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 04:00 pm at 315 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661-5424, United States), Lakeview Taco Fest (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 04:00 pm at 3500 N Southport Ave,, Chicago, Illinois 60657, United States), 2026  Air & Water Show Viewing Party - The Lakefront Green - Saturday 8/15 (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 11:00 am at The Lakefront Green at Theater on the Lake), Air & Water Show Oasis Viewing Party - (Saturday | 8/15) (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 09:00 am at Shore Club).
- **Q**: How can I find Food & Drinks events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Food & Drinks events in Chicago on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Food & Drinks events in Chicago?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Food & Drinks events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Food & Drinks events in Chicago include Island Party Hut (between Lake Shore Drive and Columbus on the Riverwalk), 315 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661-5424, United States, 3500 N Southport Ave,, Chicago, Illinois 60657, United States.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Food & Drinks events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Prices for Food & Drinks events in Chicago range from USD 13 to USD 3,500. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in Chicago include Island Party Hut & River North Fests, Special Events Management, Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce.
- **Q**: Are there any online Food & Drinks events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Food & Drinks events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Food & Drinks events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Follow the Food & Drinks category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Food & Drinks events are listed in Chicago.

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