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Jan. 23 – Feb. 8, 2026

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Welcome to the 19th annual Chicago Restaurant Week! This 17-day celebration of Chicago’s award-winning dining scene is one of the most anticipated culinary events of the year.

Explore Chicago Restaurant Week 2026 participating restaurants

This year, diners can enjoy special prix fixe menus for brunch and lunch ($30), and dinner ($45 and/or $60) at a record-breaking 500+ restaurants across the city.

Explore the full list and map of participating restaurants and book your tables before they’re gone!

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Good Food Awaits

Start planning your Chicago Restaurant Week with these delicious options for brunch, lunch, and dinner.

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First Bites Bash

Each year, Chicago Restaurant Week officially kicks off with First Bites Bash, an all-inclusive tasting event at the iconic Field Museum.

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Chicago Restaurant Week Sponsors

Interested in becoming a Chicago Restaurant Week sponsor? Get in touch.

Chicago Restaurant Week FAQs

Chicago Restaurant Week will take place Jan. 23 – Feb. 8, 2026.
During Chicago Restaurant Week, diners can enjoy specially priced menus from hundreds of restaurants throughout Chicago and nearby suburbs. Take advantage of special prix fixe menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner.
You can explore our list of participating restaurants to view menus and book tables at official Chicago Restaurant Week 2026 restaurants.
Throughout Chicago Restaurant Week, participating restaurants will offer special prix fixe menus in addition to their normal offerings. Diners can enjoy brunch and lunch ($30), and/or dinner ($45 or $60). Reservations are not required, but they are recommended!
Chicago Restaurant Week 2026 will last for 17 days.
No, but they are highly encouraged! Check out the list of participating restaurants and book your table today!

 

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Thank you to our sponsors for their support of First Bites Bash and Chicago Restaurant Week. Get in touch about becoming a sponsor.

About Chicago Restaurant Week

The annual Chicago Restaurant Week is a culinary celebration produced by Choose Chicago, the city’s official destination marketing organization. Chicago Restaurant Week offers visitors and locals an exciting opportunity to experience the city’s award-winning culinary scene, from fine dining to local favorites.

The beloved event first launched in 2008 and has grown in popularity ever since. This year marks the 19th annual Chicago Restaurant Week, featuring more than 500 unique restaurants across Chicago and the nearby suburbs.