# 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**: 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
  - **Date**: Wed, 03 Jun at 06:30 pm – Wed, 30 Sep at 09:00 pm (-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**: min: 25, max: 57.81, currency: USD
  - **Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, dance, Nonprofit, Contests, Meetups
- **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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  - **Price**: min: 30, max: 90, currency: USD
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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**: The Great American Lobster Fest - Chicago - 2026
  - **Description**: Enjoy live lobster flown in fresh from the cold waters of the East Coast, live music performances, vendors + activations, and cold beveragesAbout this EventThe Ultimate Lobster Meal Experience on Chicago’s
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 14
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Sep 06 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/the-great-american-lobster-fest-chicago-2026/100001989698675299
  - **Venue**: Navy Pier
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  - **Price**: USD 16 to 77
  - **Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Music, Entertainment, food-drinks
- **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
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 12
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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**: 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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    - Count: 8
  - **Date**: Fri Aug 28 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/panda-fest-chicago-2026/100001989231343497
  - **Venue**: Butler Field
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  - **Price**: USD 13 to 42
  - **Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Art, food-drinks, fine-arts
- **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, and craft drinks!About this EventGreen City Market’s Chef BBQ is back for its 25th y
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    - Count: 3
  - **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**: 33rd African/Caribbean Intl Fest of  Life combined with 10th JSVFest
  - **Description**: Great news! 33rd  African/Caribbean International Festival of Life will combine with 10th JSVFest, Sept 25-27, 2026, Union Park, ChicagoAbout this EventOn September 25, 26 and 27, 2026, for the third time in their history
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/33rd-african-caribbean-intl-fest-of-life-combined-with-10th-jsvfest/100001990744206511
  - **Venue**: Union Park
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  - **Price**: USD 21 to 743
  - **Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Art
- **Event Name**: Grammy Gold Diva Drag Dinner
  - **Description**: Join us for Grammy Gold Diva Drag Dinner, featuring choreographed drag shows, incredible costumes, and the world-famous Kit Kat Divas.About this EventExperience extravagant floor shows with world class dra
  - **Date**: Fri Aug 28 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/grammy-gold-diva-drag-dinner/100001994513628955
  - **Venue**: Kit Kat Club
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  - **Price**: USD 71
  - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops
- **Event Name**: Novelty Pot: FIRE Market
  - **Description**: Novelty Pot: FIRE
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MARKET, FASHION SHOW, ART SHOWCASE, ZINE RELEASEAbout this EventSunday 8/30 5:00-8:30pmThe Color Club 4146 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
  - **Date**: Sun Aug 30 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Aug 30 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/novelty-pot-fire-market/100001998330881460
  - **Venue**: Color Club
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Fashion, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Hands-On: Ravioli and Filled Pastas
  - **Description**: The Chef of La Scuola showcases the art of fresh pastamaking, demonstrating how to make ravioli.About this EventJoin us as the Chef of La Scuola showcases the true art of fresh pastamaking, demonstrating how to make and s
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    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Tue Aug 25 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/hands-on-ravioli-and-filled-pastas/100001983086761888
  - **Venue**: Eataly Chicago
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  - **Price**: USD 107
  - **Categories**: workshops, food-drinks, art, cooking
- **Event Name**: Oktoberfest Chicago
  - **Description**: Get ready to raise your steins and don your dirndls—St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest is back and bringing a taste of Germany to the heart of Chicago! From September 25-27, this legendary 25th annual festival transforms the intersection of Lincoln/Southport/Welli
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri Sep 25 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/oktoberfest-chicago/200030530589822
  - **Venue**: 1429 W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL 60657-4121, United States
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  - **Categories**: festivals, oktoberfest, nonprofit, music, entertainment, contests
- **Event Name**: Monday Afrobeats on the beach with DJ Diesel @ Pier 31 (Free event)
  - **Description**: Join others that came to dance & enjoy sunset by the beach. Follow on IG @afrobeatsobthebeachAbout this EventEvery Monday this summer, join us at 31st Street Beach for a high-energy set by DJ Diesel. If weather interr
  - **Date**: Mon Aug 24 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/monday-afrobeats-on-the-beach-with-dj-diesel-pier-31-free-event/100001993299960841
  - **Venue**: Pier 31 Restaurant
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness
- **Event Name**: Tequila Cocktail and Bites Pairing Experience
  - **Description**: Back by popular demand! Join us again for our second installment of Cocktails & Bites. Last one sold out, get tickets while you can!About this EventOur last event sold out, be sure to get your tickets while you can! T
  - **Date**: Wed Aug 26 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed Aug 26 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/tequila-cocktail-and-bites-pairing-experience/100001998296650073
  - **Venue**: The Alley Cat Bar
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  - **Price**: USD 77 to 87
  - **Categories**: fitness, food-drinks, Workshops
- **Event Name**: West Loop Labor Day Hip Hop Brunch Buffet
  - **Description**: Kick back and vibe with dope beats, tasty eats, and good times at our Labor Day Hip Hop Brunch Buffett! Free Mimosa!About this EventLabor Day Hip Hop BrunchGet ready to vibe at our Labor Day Hip Hop Bru
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 06 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Sep 06 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/west-loop-labor-day-hip-hop-brunch-buffet/100001998522153560
  - **Venue**: Alhambra Palace Chicago
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  - **Price**: USD 66
  - **Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, dance
- **Event Name**: Just Announced - Chicago - Top Shelf Tequila and Whiskey Tasting Festival - September 26 AE
  - **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
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    - Count: 12
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 02:30 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/just-announced-chicago-top-shelf-tequila-and-whiskey-tasting-festival-september-26-ae-tickets/80006975145116
  - **Venue**: Kings Dining & Entertainment
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  - **Price**: USD 20 to 85
  - **Categories**: festivals, food-drinks, nonprofit, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Fall Family Event
  - **Description**: Chicago families, join us for a FREE fall family day at the Obama Presidential Center filled with food, fun, community & connection!About this EventChicago, come spend the day with us! 💛Join us for a
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/fall-family-event/100001997580886204
  - **Venue**: Obama Presidential Center
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Kids, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: R&B LOVERS CRUISE
  - **Description**: WHISPERS N THE DARK R&B LOVERS CRUISEAbout this Event  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/886827e0-97b8-11f1-9a40-7b90de720125-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 11th 2026
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    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Sep 11 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/randb-lovers-cruise/100001993750240640
  - **Venue**: Anita Dee Yacht Charters
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  - **Price**: USD 55 to 375
  - **Categories**: fitness, Sports

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  - **Venue**: Chicago Marriott Downtown
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- **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
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- **Event Name**: PMP Certification 4 Days Training in Chicago, IL
  - **Description**: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Training Short Description: The PMP certification is the gold standard credential for project managers worldwide, and one of the most in-d
  - **Venue**: Chicago
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- **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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- **Event Name**: 68th Annual Chicago Air & Water Show
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  - **Venue**: Chicago, Illinois
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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
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- **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
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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**: 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
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### 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:** The Great American Lobster Fest - Chicago - 2026 (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 01:00 pm at Navy Pier), Taste of Greektown (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 04:00 pm at 315 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661-5424, United States), Panda Fest Chicago 2026 (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 04:00 pm at Butler Field), Chef BBQ 2026 (Thu Sep 10 2026 at 05:00 pm at Green City Market Lincoln Park), 33rd African/Caribbean Intl Fest of  Life combined with 10th JSVFest (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 12:00 pm at Union Park).
- **Q**: What are the top free Food & Drinks events in Chicago?
  - **A:** Novelty Pot: FIRE Market (Sun Aug 30 2026 at 05:00 pm at Color Club), Monday Afrobeats on the beach with DJ Diesel @ Pier 31 (Free event) (Mon Aug 24 2026 at Pier 31 Restaurant), Fall Family Event (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 12:00 pm at Obama Presidential Center).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Chicago today August 24, 2026?
  - **A:** Monday Afrobeats on the beach with DJ Diesel @ Pier 31 (Free event) (Mon Aug 24 2026 at Pier 31 Restaurant).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Chicago this weekend August 28–30, 2026?
  - **A:** Grammy Gold Diva Drag Dinner (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 06:00 pm at Kit Kat Club), Novelty Pot: FIRE Market (Sun Aug 30 2026 at 05:00 pm at Color Club).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Chicago in August 2026?
  - **A:** Taste of Greektown (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 04:00 pm at 315 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661-5424, United States), Panda Fest Chicago 2026 (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 04:00 pm at Butler Field), Grammy Gold Diva Drag Dinner (Fri Aug 28 2026 at 06:00 pm at Kit Kat Club), Novelty Pot: FIRE Market (Sun Aug 30 2026 at 05:00 pm at Color Club), Hands-On: Ravioli and Filled Pastas (Tue Aug 25 2026 at Eataly Chicago).
- **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 Navy Pier, 315 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661-5424, United States, Butler Field.
- **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 Green Curtain Events, Special Events Management, Panda Fest Chicago.
- **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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