Things To Do This Month: December
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The countdown to Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s is on! In the meantime, there’s loads of other fun things to do in December at Lettuce, from new happy hours to lunch specials and more.
Don’t miss our Holiday Bonus Gift Card offer and our many Holiday Happenings, including River North Pole at Three Dots and a Dash, Santa sightings, holiday cocktail classes, menu specials and more things to do during the most wonderful time of the year!
Plus—plan your holiday parties with our private event space guides.
New This Month at Lettuce:
Martini Hour at Summer House – All Locations
Monday – Friday: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Summer House – Lincoln Park’s beloved weekday Martini Hour has expanded to ALL Summer House locations! Now also available at Summer House – North Bethesda, Summer House – Las Vegas and Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs every Monday – Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, enjoy $10 Classic Martinis and Espresso Martinis, $5 sommelier-selected red, white, and rosé wine, $4 rotating beers, and bites like Summer House Tostadas, Lobby Cut Tavern-Style Pizza, and the Prime Cheeseburger. Summer House’s Martini Hour is available in the bar area only at all locations, and seating is first-come, first-served.
Pre-Theater Dinner Menu at Beatrix – Streeterville
Daily: Hours vary
There’s nothing quite like a night out at the Broadway Playhouse, however the real star is dinner beforehand! Join Beatrix for a Pre-Theater Menu featuring three “acts”: Snacks (Kennebec Fries, Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts or Whipped Feta); Entrée (Wild Mushroom Teriyaki Bowl, Chicken Bebe, Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka or Pistachio Crusted Whitefish); and Dessert (Hummingbird Cake, Oh My! Caramel Pie or the gluten-free Tall, Dark & Handsome Chocolate Cake) for $35 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). The Pre-Theater Menu is available upon request every Monday – Friday beginning at 4:00 PM and Saturday – Sunday beginning at 3:00 PM. Each guest must show proof of a valid same-day Broadway in Chicago Playhouse or Lookingglass Theatre Company ticket to order the special.
Make a reservation at Beatrix – Streeterville
December Supper Club Specials at Di Pescara
Sunday, December 1 – Tuesday, December 31
Celebrate the Holiday Season with Di Pescara’s December Supper Club Specials! Enjoy comforting dishes perfect for cozy winter nights, such as Mezze Rigatoni with Ragù alla Napoletano, or Salmon Vesuvio with peas, crispy potato wedges, and a white wine sauce. The Supper Club menu is $29.95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Make a reservation at Di Pescara
Mid-Week Lunch Special at Saranello’s
Every Thursday
Head to Saranello’s in Wheeling every Thursday during lunch for a mouthwatering deal you won’t want to miss! Indulge in the delicious Chicken Parmesan served with a side of spaghetti for just $11.99, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Make a reservation at Saranello’s
December Featured Winery at The Cellar Door: Grgich Hills Estate
Monday – Friday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM & Saturday – Sunday 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
This December, explore the wines of Grgich Hills Estate, a storied and family-owned winery in Napa Valley. With five vineyards and hundreds of acres across the region, the winery tailors each site to specific varietals–like their Zinfandel grown in the sun-soaked Calistoga Vineyard and their legendary Chardonnay grown in the summer fog of the Carneros Vineyard. Experience their internationally recognized wine in The Oakville’s intimate wine tasting room, The Cellar Door. The experience is available for $75 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). Alongside your sips, enjoy a chef-curated cheese and salumi pairing, available for an additional price.
Make a reservation at The Cellar Door at The Oakville Grill & Cellar
Game Day Specials at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
Every Saturday and Sunday
Join L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge every Saturday and Sunday for game day specials available for dine-in, carryout and delivery. Score big with dishes such as Turkey Chili (cup $6.95 / bowl $9.95) with Tillamook cheddar and diced onion, Buffalo Chicken Dip ($12.95) with blue cheese, scallion, vegetable crudité and tortilla chips, and Pigs in a Blanket ($13.95), Vienna links wrapped in croissant with everything spice, served with whole grain mustard.
Make a Game Day reservation at L. Woods | Order carryout or delivery from L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
Find more game day fun with our guide to where to watch and what to order across Lettuce!
Thursday, December 19:
Trivia Night at Beatrix Market – DePaul Loop
Thursday, December 19: 5:30 PM
Grab your friends and coworkers, because Trivia Night is ON at Beatrix Market – DePaul Loop! Play Chicago’s BEST Pub Trivia Game while you enjoy pizza, sip on your favorite beverages and have the chance to win prizes. Trivia Night is free to attend but does require a reservation. December’s theme is Seinfeld. (We’re pretty sure that Jerry, George, Elaine and Kramer would be regulars at Beatrix Market!)
Make a reservation for Trivia Night at Beatrix Market – DePaul Loop
Coming Up in January
January Featured Winery at The Cellar Door: Newfound Wines
Monday – Friday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM & Saturday – Sunday 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Start 2025 exploring new interests and discover the world of California wine at The Oakville Grill & Cellar’s Cellar Door. The six-seat, intimate wine-tasting room features a unique California winery or vineyard on a monthly basis. This January, the Cellar Door welcomes Newfound Wines, a winery leading with a nature-first approach to their farming since its inception in 2016. For $55 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included), savor select pours from their current selection. A chef-curated cheese & salumi pairing is available to add-on to the experience.
Make a reservation at The Cellar Door at The Oakville Grill & Cellar
Thursday, January 2 – Wednesday, January 22:
10th Anniversary Specials at Summer House – North Bethesda
Thursday, January 2 – Wednesday, January 22: Hours vary
Summer House – North Bethesda will be taking a trip down memory lane with menu specials featuring favorites from their first 10 years at Pike & Rose! The specials are available a la carte and include dishes like Tempura Calamari, Surfer Style Ahi Tuna Tacos, English Muffin Burger ‘El Segundo Sol,’ and more. Learn more about Summer House – North Bethesda’s 10th Anniversary celebration.
Make a reservation at Summer House – North Bethesda | Purchase tickets to the Summer House 10th Anniversary Party on January 22
Thursday, January 9 – Thursday, January 16:
Guest Appreciation Week at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
Thursday, January 9 – Thursday, January 16: Hours vary
L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge is hosting a weeklong celebration dedicated to loyal guests of the Northwoods supper club-inspired favorite. All guests dining in at the restaurant from January 9 – January 16 will enjoy $10 Old Fashioneds, $15 Barbecue Chicken and $25 Baby Back Ribs (plus tax, gratuity not included).
Make a reservation at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
Tuesday, January 14:
Bardstown Bourbon Dinner at Wildfire – Chicago
Tuesday, January 14: 6:30 PM
Join Wildfire for a bourbon dinner featuring The Bardstown Bourbon Company, located in the Bourbon Capital of the World, producing the highest-quality whiskey brands and awarded Whiskey Producer of the Year by the prestigious IWSC. The evening will feature a four-course custom menu paired with bourbon cocktails to complement. Greg Johnston of Bardstown will join as guest speaker to discuss the evening’s pairings, from Fried Chicken Meatballs paired with Maple Bourbon Smash made with Origin Series Kentucky Straight Bourbon, to dessert of Salted Caramel Budino paired with Origin Series High Wheat. Tickets are $135 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Purchase tickets to the Bardstown Bourbon Dinner at Wildfire – Chicago
Thursday, January 16:
Trivia Night at Beatrix Market – DePaul Loop
Thursday, January 16: 5:30 PM
Grab your friends and coworkers, because Trivia Night is ON at Beatrix Market – DePaul Loop! Play Chicago’s BEST Pub Trivia Game while you enjoy pizza, sip on your favorite beverages and have the chance to win prizes. Trivia Night is free to attend but does require a reservation.
Make a reservation for Trivia Night at Beatrix Market – DePaul Loop
Friday, January 17:
Friday Lunch Flamenco Show at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
Friday, January 17: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Enjoy lunch and a show at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! Indulge in your favorite tapas, pintxos, sangria and more while taking in a live Flamenco performance featuring dancers and musicians. Tickets are $25 per person, plus the price of your meal and tax (gratuity not included).
Reserve your spot at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!’s Friday Lunch Flamenco Show
Monday, January 20:
Bardstown Bourbon Dinner at Wildfire – Oak Brook
Monday, January 20: 6:30 PM
Join Wildfire for a bourbon dinner featuring The Bardstown Bourbon Company, located in the Bourbon Capital of the World, producing the highest-quality whiskey brands and awarded Whiskey Producer of the Year by the prestigious IWSC. The evening will feature a four-course custom menu paired with bourbon cocktails to complement. Greg Johnston of Bardstown will join as guest speaker to discuss the evening’s pairings with the menu starting with Fried Chicken Meatballs paired with Maple Bourbon Smash made with Origin Series Kentucky Straight Bourbon to dessert of Salted Caramel Budino paired with Origin Series High Wheat. Tickets are $135 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Purchase tickets to the Bardstown Bourbon Dinner at Wildfire – Oak Brook
Wednesday, January 22:
Summer House – North Bethesda 10th Anniversary Party
Wednesday, January 22: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Summer House – North Bethesda is celebrating its 10th trip around the sun with a beach-themed birthday bash and nostalgic a la carte specials. Join the Pike & Rose favorite for an evening of passed appetizers and stations of Summer House signatures like Fish Tacos and pizza, plus celebratory beverages, including sips from local partners. Little guests can get in on hands-on activations, beach games, giveaways, and more, including a “little locals” buffet for kids to feast on classics from the Summer House kids’ menu. Tickets are $75 per person, $15 for kids 12 years and younger, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Purchase tickets to Summer House – North Bethesda’s 10th Anniversary Party
Thursday, January 23:
Bardstown Bourbon Dinner at Wildfire – Lincolnshire
Thursday, January 23: 6:30 PM
Join Wildfire for a bourbon dinner featuring The Bardstown Bourbon Company, located in the Bourbon Capital of the World, producing the highest-quality whiskey brands and awarded Whiskey Producer of the Year by the prestigious IWSC. The evening will feature a four-course custom menu paired with bourbon cocktails to complement. Greg Johnston of Bardstown will join as guest speaker to discuss the evening’s pairings, from Fried Chicken Meatballs paired with Maple Bourbon Smash made with Origin Series Kentucky Straight Bourbon, to dessert of Salted Caramel Budino paired with Origin Series High Wheat. Tickets are $135 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Purchase tickets to the Bardstown Bourbon Dinner at Wildfire – Lincolnshire
Saturday, January 25:
Wine Passport Series at Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park
Saturday, January 25: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Mon Ami Gabi’s Wine Passport Series returns, kicking off the first event of 2025 with a “tour de monde.” Explore renowned wine regions across the globe as wine purveyors guide you through each sip. The reception-style event features passed bites to savor alongside the wine, banquette seating, and the option to order newfound favorites at the end of the event. Tickets are available for $55 per person (plus tax and 20% gratuity).
Purchase tickets to Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park’s Wine Passport Series
Friday, January 31:
RPM Reserve Whiskey Event at RPM Seafood
Friday, January 31: 6:00 PM
Join RPM Seafood for an unforgettable whiskey tasting featuring RPM’s private collection. Savor exclusive Single Barrels and rare favorites from around the world, paired with passed appetizers and signature food stations. Choose from the Premier Package or elevate your experience with the VIP Package and indulge in an impressive lineup of American bourbons, premium Scotches, and exceptional Japanese whiskies, including Pappy Van Winkle, Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, and Yamazaki. Each ticket includes a raffle entry for the chance to win unique prizes like an RPM-built custom bar, gift cards, and more. Retail will be available for nearly all of RPM’s single barrels, including many highly allocated, rare, and luxury items listed here. This world-class whiskey tasting is the perfect evening for a whiskey enthusiast – or an ideal holiday gift for someone who has it all. Pricing for Premier Package is $105 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included) and includes 8 Half-Ounce Pours; VIP Package is $185 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included) and includes 10 Half-Ounce Pours.
Purchase a ticket package to the RPM Reserve Whiskey Event
Schramsberg Vineyards Sparkling Wine Dinner at Wildfire – Tysons
Friday, January 31: 6:30 PM
Enjoy an evening of bubbles at Wildfire – Tysons with Schramsberg Vineyards! Sip sparkling wines paired with a four-course dinner slated to include Tomato & Basil Bisque & Grilled Cheese with Mirabilis Spritz Cocktail featuring Schramsberg Mirabelle Brut NV and Blackened Redfish alongside Schramsberg, Brut, Blanc de Blancs 2021. Tickets are $125 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
Purchase tickets to the Schramsberg Vineyards Sparkling Wine Dinner at Wildfire – Tysons
