Holiday Happenings Throughout The Season

Celebrate with Lettuce all season long

The ho, ho, holidays are upon us and Lettuce is serving up fun and delicious ways to celebrate! From brunch with Santa and cocktail classes, to holiday treats to-go, here’s our guide to making memories together all season long.

Happy Holidays!

Frolic ahead: Santa Sightings | Dine-in Specials & Events | Holiday Treats To-Go | Holiday Gifts

Holiday Lights at the Lincoln Park Zoo (Chicago)

Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park
Extended Friday Hours
Fridays beginning November 22: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Every Friday from November 22 to January 3, Mon Ami Gabi will open early at 4:00 PM during Lincoln Park Zoo’s Holiday Zoo Lights. Nestle into the bistro with friends and family for comforting French favorites like Onion Soup au Gratin and Beef Bourguignon before or after an outing to the zoo!
Make a reservation at Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park

R.J. Grunts
Late-Night Happy Hour

Santa Sightings

Dine-in Specials & Events

Three Dots and a Dash
River North Pole
Thursday, November 14 – Wednesday, January 8: Hours vary
River North Pole is back! Step into a winter wonderland at Three Dots and a Dash. Sip limited-edition holiday cocktails while surrounded by festive décor. Don’t forget to check out Three Dots’ exclusive holiday merch and collectible mugs – perfect for gifting, or keeping for yourself! Whether you’re warming up after some holiday shopping or starting a night out, Three Dots is your tropical holiday escape in River North.
Make a reservation at Three Dots and a Dash

Aba Miami – Bal Harbour
Gingerbread Frozen Greek Yogurt
December 1 – December 24
Enjoy a seasonal spin on one of Aba’s signature desserts and try the Gingerbread Frozen Greek Yogurt with spiced apple compote and gingerbread crumble! Or, satisfy your sweet tooth with Bougatsa (pictured), Sticky Date Cake, Chocolate Orange Cremeux and more.
Make a reservation at Aba Miami – Bal Harbour

Pizzeria Portofino
Winter Cocktail Class
Monday, December 16: 7:00 PM
Get ready to shake up some holiday magic! Join Pizzeria Portofino for a Winter Cocktail Class where you’ll eat, sip and learn how to put a holiday spin on your favorite cocktails with the Peppermintini, Cranberry Spritz and more. Tickets are $85 per person, plus tax.
Purchase tickets to Pizzeria Portofino’s Winter Cocktail Class 

Summer House – Lincoln Park
Holiday Cocktail Classes
Monday, December 16: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Back for the season, grab tickets to Summer House’s Annual Holiday Cocktail Classes. Learn to perfect four festive cocktails and bring home a complimentary recipe booklet to make your holiday parties merry and bright! Led by Summer House bartenders, the hands-on classes walk you through making shaken, stirred, and batched beverages. Enjoy paired appetizers served throughout the evening alongside all the holiday spirits. Tickets are available for $99.95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included).
SOLD OUT – Purchase tickets to the Summer House Cocktail Class on December 2 – SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT – Purchase tickets to the Summer House Cocktail Class on December 3 – SOLD OUT
Purchase tickets to the Summer House Cocktail Class on December 16

Aba – Chicago
Holiday Spritz Tower
Thursday, December 5 – Sunday, January 1: Hours vary
Eat, drink and be mezze at Aba this holiday season with a Holiday Spritz Tower and all your Mediterranean favorites. For a limited time only, enjoy an exclusive selection of seasonal cocktails for $108, plus tax, along with weekend brunch and dinner favorites including Chocolate Babka French Toast, Potato & Onion Frittata, Short Rib Shakshuka, Grilled Chicken Kebab and more.
Make a reservation at Aba – Chicago

Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park
Holiday Afternoon Tea
Saturday, December 7: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Escape to a Parisian winter wonderland with Mon Ami Gabi’s Holiday Afternoon Tea. Enjoy your choice of featured Rare Tea Cellar tea alongside paired sandwiches and pastries like Smoked Salmon on Brioche and Peppermint Macaron. Add an extra splash of holiday spirit to your afternoon with Sparkling Brut, Sparkling Rosé, or a High Tea Spritz, all available for an additional cost. Tickets to the Holiday Afternoon Tea are $70 per person, plus tax and 20% gratuity. Bring your little ones for $24.95 per child aged 12 and under, plus tax and 20% gratuity. This event offers a fixed menu. For those with dietary restrictions, email monamichgoparties@lettuce.com by Saturday, November 30, so the Mon Ami Gabi team can accommodate your needs in time.
SOLD OUT – Purchase tickets to Holiday Afternoon Tea at Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park – SOLD OUT

Tokio Pub
Holiday Movie Dinner
Tuesday, December 10: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
For this year’s annual Ramen Festival, Tokio Pub is getting festive with a cinematic twist! Enjoy a four-course dinner drawing inspiration from holiday film favorites (a “trailer” or sneak peek of the menu: Duck Tacos, Egg Nog, and more!). As you dine, put your movie knowledge to the test and guess which classic inspired each dish. Tickets are $65 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included) and include drink pairings with each course.
Purchase tickets to the Holiday Movie Dinner at Tokio Pub

Antico Posto
Seasonal Specials
Thursday, December 19 – Thursday, January 8
Spend the holidays enjoying specials at Antico Posto, including Tomato Basil Soup, Sicilian Crab Cake, Butternut Squash Ravioli, Truffle-Crusted Beef Medallion Risotto and Peppermint Gelato, along with all of your Italian-inspired favorites. Specials will be available for dine-in, carryout and delivery.
Make a reservation at Antico Posto
Order carryout and delivery from Antico Posto

Beatrix – River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, Oak Brook
Seasonal Specials
Saturday, December 21 – Monday, December 24: Hours vary by location
Enjoy the special Grilled Filet Medallions with short rib ragout, parmesan smashed potatoes and truffle-onion jus, in addition to favorites including Kennebec Fries, Straight “A” Salad, Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka, Pistachio Crusted Whitefish and more. Looking for a sweet treat? Stop by the pastry counter & coffee bar for a seasonal Oat Nog Latte, Peppermint Latte or Raspberry Mocha and a Ginger Snappers Cookie. The Grilled Filet Medallions special will be available during dinner for dine-in, carryout and delivery.
Make a reservation at the Beatrix location nearest you
Order carryout and delivery from the Beatrix location nearest you 

Holiday Treats To-Go

Mon Ami Gabi – Las Vegas
Bûche de Noēl
Friday, December 20 – Saturday, December 28: Hours vary
Exclusively for carryout, Mon Ami Gabi at Paris Las Vegas is offering its iconic Bûche de Noēl, a traditional French yule log with semi-sweet chocolate mousse and topped with fudge frosting. It is available in two sizes: Small (serves 4-6 people) for $48.95, plus tax, and Large (serves 10-12 people) for $79.95, plus tax. Orders must be placed 24 hours in advance of intended pickup.
Order a Bûche de Noēl for carryout from Mon Ami Gabi – Las Vegas

Sushi-san
Holiday Togarashi Chicken Dinner To-Go
Sunday, December 22 – Tuesday, December 24
Santa-san is coming to town—and he’s bringing dinner! Order from Sushi-san this holiday and enjoy a feast of togarashi-spiced fried chicken, mashed potatoes with yakitori gravy and an assortment of other seasonal sides. The restaurant’s famous Okinawa Sugar Pie is also available to add on for dessert whole or by the slice. The dinner is $90 per person, plus tax, and available to order for pickup December 22-24.
Order the Holiday Togarashi Chicken Dinner for carryout from Sushi-san

Holiday Gifts

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