Happy Hour Revolution Presents:
River North Happy Hour 2023 Guide
1. Broken Shaker Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Mon – Thur, 4:00pm – 6:00pm
What: Cocktail bar in the heart of River North, serving up globally-inspired bar food and inventive cocktails.
Deal includes: $13 Shaker Happy Meal, $10 Daily Cocktail, $5 Beer of the month, $8 Daily Punch
2. Nonnina Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Mon – Fri, 3:00pm – 6:00pm
What: Nonnina is serves authentic Italian classics using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and elevated cooking inspired by Italian family dinners within the warm hospitality of a neighborhood trattoria.
Deal includes: $6 House Wine, $7 Cocktails, $6-$10 Bar Bites (see detailed menu in listing)
3. Tao Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Mon – Sun, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
What: TAO Chicago is a design driven restaurant and adjoining nightclub, located in Chicago’s vibrant River North neighborhood.
Deal includes: Specially Priced Beers, Cocktails, and Wine, 1/2 Off Bottles of Wine (Wed Only), Specially Priced Light Bites
4. STK Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Mon – Fri, 3:00pm-6:00pm, Sun – Thur, 10:00pm-Close (Late Night, Food Only)
What: STK Steakhouse combines the modern steakhouse and chic lounge into one VIBE DINING experience.
Deal includes: $3 Bites (see detailed menu), $6 Bites (see detailed menu), $9 Bites (see detailed menu), $9 Signature Cocktails, $9 Chimay Bottle, $9 Wine Glasses
5. Hugo’s Frog Bar Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Sun-Thur, 3:00pm-6:00pm
What: Chicago’s #1 seafood destination for oysters, fresh fish, Gibsons steaks & legendary desserts.
Deal includes: 1/2 Off Bottles of Wine, $1 Oysters
6. Sushi-San Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Mon-Fri, 3:00pm – 6:00pm
What: Serving up the best sushi in Chicago & binchotan roasted meats using the freshest ingredients we can find.
Deal includes: $6 Snacks (view detailed menu), $6 Select Cocktails, $6 Select Wine, $9 Old Fashioned, $5 Lil’ Ashani
7. India House Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Mon – Sun, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
What: India House’s downtown Chicago restaurant specializes in authentic cuisine ranging from street fare to delicatessen curries, and their catering services can accommodate up to 2,000 people to make for an event that’s filled with vibrant Indian flavors.
Deal includes: $5 Onion Bhaji, $5 Masala Fries, $6 Bhel Puri, $7 House Wine (Red or White), $5 Beer, $9 Mango Martini, $9 Blueberry Mojito, $9 Delhi Mule
8. Etta Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Mon – Thur, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
What: Etta is a neighborhood restaurant that serves delicious, wood-fired food in a fun, relaxed dining environment.
Deal includes: $3-$16 Snacks (view detailed menu in listing), $16 Pizza, $10 Classic Cocktails, $22 House Wine Carafe (500ml), $10 Regional Wine
9. Tanta Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Mon – Fri, 5-7pm
What: Tanta is a Peruvian restaurant concept from acclaimed South American Chef Gastón Acurio. Trained in Europe, Chef Gastón returned to Peru after years abroad realizing that the food of Peru could compete on the international stage. He then set out to refine the traditions and bring about a national pride that he could export across the globe.
Deal includes: $9 Small Cebiche Mixto, $7 Pollo Anticucho, $5 Bao con Chicharron, $5 Empanada of the Day, $5 Yuquitas, $10 Happy Hour Cocktails, $10 Wines By The Glass, $6 Beer
10. IO Godfrey Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Tue – Fri, 3:00pm – 6:00pm
What: A high energy adult rooftop bar & lounge. IO Godfrey Rooftop Lounge is located in Chicago’s River North area.
Deal includes: $7-$11 Bites (see detailed menu in listing), $10 Frosé All Day, $8 Ketel One Cocktails, $7-$8 Select Glasses of Wine (see detailed menu in listing)
11. Bar Sótano Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Wed, All Day & Thur – Sat, Open – 6:00pm
What: Botanical agave cocktails, modern Mexican bar food. Open late.
Deal includes: $5-$8 Bites (see detailed menu), $1 Oysters (Wed & Thur during HH), $10 Coctel del Dia (Ask your server for today’s offering), $8 Oaxacan Passila Old Fashioned, $8 Featured Mezcal, $7 Ojo de Tigre, $4 Victoria (Pilsner)
12. Highline Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Tue – Thur, 4:00pm – 6:00pm
What: Highline, Four Corners first bar in River North, is a staple for lunches and happy hour throughout the week.
Deal includes: $6 Select Cocktails, 1/2 Priced Draft Beer, See listing for daily specials menu
13. Theory Chicago Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Daily Specials Change Frequently. Click link below for menu.
What: Theory Chicago is the Official Hawkeye Alumni Club Headquarters and Official Chicago Blackhawks Bar located in Chicago’s River North area.
14. Il Porcellino Happy Hour
Where: River North (Chicago)
When: Mon- Fri, 4:00pm – 6:00pm
What: il Porcellino is a neighborhood restaurant offering classic Italian-American comfort food in a casual setting.
Deal includes: $8 House & Featured Negroni, $4 Peroni Nastro Azzuro, $8 Pinot Grigio, $8 Montepulciano
$8 Sangiovese, $6 Fried Cheese Ravioli, $6 Mushroom & Pancetta Focaccia Pizza
