Vote “Yes!” to Election Day Specials in Chicago
Looking for a fun meal now that we’re at the end of a seemingly endless election cycle? Want to dig in to some comfort food while you watch the news reports at home? Craving a celebratory meal after doing your civic duty and earning that coveted “I Voted” sticker? We have food for you! Windy City restaurants, bars and bakeries are all turning out Election Day specials that will have the whole city voting “YES!” to Chicago food…
River Roast {315 North LaSalle Street, Chicago; 312.822.0100}: We get it, this election season has been brutal. Finish it off with the "Red, White & Booze" specials at River Roast, including 50% off beverage specials. You can also choose a $10 bottle of wine or a half-price Moscow Mule or Old Fashioned Cocktail Kit when you order a Whole Roast Chicken or Braised Short Rib dinner. Place a carryout order here.
Carnivale {702 West Fulton Market Street, Chicago; 312.850.5005}: You have to move quickly yo get your hands on the one-night-only Election Eats curbside to-go kit from Carnivale! For $125 plus tax, the Election Eats package serves up to 6 people and includes Elote Empanadas, Baja and Ropa Vieja Tacos with all the fixings, and more. Orders must be placed by calling 312.850.5005 before 5PM TODAY, Monday, November 2 for pickup on Tuesday, November 3 between 1-5PM. Carnivale's Cotton Candy Martini, Mojito and Margarita kits are also available for purchase for $55 each. Order now!
Jake Melnick's {41 East Superior Street, Chicago; 312.266.0400}: Grab "The All American" carryout special from Jake Melnick’s on your way home to watch the election results! The package comes with 4 cheeseburger sliders, a dozen wings, BBQ chips, 2 slices of apple pie, and a 6-pack of High Life. Place a carryout order here and get ready to dig in.
Goddess and Grocer {multiple locations}: If there was ever a night to dig in to cake, Tuesday would be the night. Luckily, Goddess and Grocer has an Election Night Cake Flight with giant slices of Rainbow, Chocolate Oreo and Carrot Cake with your choice of “Days of Youth” sparkling brut or a bottle of rose. It’s a no-lose menu choice!
BomboBar {multiple locations}: It’s pretty simple at BomboBar: Show them you voted, and you’ll get a delicious Bombo on the house, so long as you purchase your favorite menu item too. Let’s hear it for sweet treats and democracy - the perfect combo!
Ina Mae Tavern & Packaged Goods {1415 North Wood Street, Chicago; 773.360.8320}: Ina Mae is offering their guests a bit of Southern comfort this election day with 15% off their family meals, available for pick-up and delivery. Election day is sure to bring stress so take a load off and enjoy Chef Jup's cooking from home. Family meals include the Big Chicken Dinner, Fried Catfish Plate or the Boiled Shrimp Plate! The toughest decision will be picking which one to choose!
Funkenhausen {1709 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago; 312.929.4727}: During an Election Year like no other, we're all feeling a range of emotions. What better way to alleviate some of those fears than with a good meal? Funkenhausen's Election Week Survival Kit is here to help you through what's sure to be a long week so you can stress-eat or have a glass, (or three), of wine to help take the edge off while you stare at the endless election news updates.
The package dinner feeds four and is available for $150 via their website. The survival kit will be available through Saturday, November 7 so get ready to celebrate our democracy with a good meal!
By Kaleigh Glaza | Market Editor