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New Year’s Day in Chicagoland

Say hello to 2025 at your favorite Lettuce restaurant

Celebrate the first day of the New Year with a meal at one of your favorite Chicagoland Lettuce Entertain You restaurants. Wishing you a happy and healthy 2025!

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New Year’s Day Pajama Brunches & Buffets

Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba!
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: Brunch 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Happy Hour 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Dinner 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
On New Year’s Day, dine in your pajamas during brunch service to receive a Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! gift card worth the total of your meal (excluding tax and gratuity) to use during a future visit. Enjoy Ba-Ba-brunch classics like Brunch Patatas Bravas, Torrijas, Brunch “Bikini” Sandwich and Churros con Chocolate. Sleeping in? Swing by for Happy Hour, or make a dinner reservation from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM for an evening filled with paella, tapas, sangria, and more! View the Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! menu.
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Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba!
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: Brunch 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Dinner 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
From 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM on New Year’s Day, dine in your PJs during Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba!’s brunch and receive a Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! gift card equal to the price of your meal (excluding tax and gratuity) to use during a future visit. Sleeping in? Stop by for dinner from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM. View the Lil’ Ba-Ba-Reeba! menu.
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Miru
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Start 2025 in style at Miru at The St. Regis Chicago! Slip out of bed and into your most luxurious silk pajamas for a whimsical New Year’s Day brunch. Take in skyline views while enjoying a live-action sushi station, beef carving station and Japanese specialties, plus a selection of breakfast favorites like Cinnamon French Toast, Eggs Made-to-Order, Pain au Chocolat, sweet treats and confections. Mimosa bottle service will be available with a selection of freshly squeezed juices. Cost is $95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). (Other alcoholic beverages are available for an additional cost.) View the Miru menu.
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Pizzeria Portofino
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Bounce right into the New Year with Pizzeria Portofino’s Third Annual Ballin’ Beach Brunch. Escape Chicago winter inside Portofino while enjoying brunch bites, mimosas and a DIY espresso martini bar! Book your spot for a $5 reservation fee per person, plus tax. View the Pizzeria Portofino menu.
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Saranello’s
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1 : 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Kick off 2025 with Saranello’s Grand Buffet Brunch, featuring Chef Specials for the New Year including Shrimp Cocktail, Made-to-order Omelets, Carving Station, endless dessert station, and much more. The Grand Buffet Brunch is $44.95 per person, plus tax, half off per child 12 and under, plus tax (gratuity not included). View the Saranello’s menu.
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Summer House – Lincoln Park
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: Brunch 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Dinner 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
On New Year’s Day, dine in your pajamas at Summer House during brunch to receive a Summer House Gift Card equal to the price of your meal (based on subtotal; tax and gratuity not included) to use during a future visit. Or, sleep in and stop by from 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM for dinner, or swing by the bar from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM for Martini Hour. View the Summer House – Lincoln Park menu.
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New Year’s Day Brunch, Happy Hour & Dinner

Aba
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: Brunch: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM, Dinner: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Start off 2025 with an additional day of brunch on the heated patio enclosure at Aba, featuring weekend brunch menu exclusives such as Kefta & Eggs, Chocolate Babka French Toast, Potato & Onion Frittata and Short-Rib Shakshuka until 3:00 PM. Toast to the New Year with the Holiday Spritz Tower, featuring a selection of seasonal drinks for $108, plus tax (gratuity not included), and stay for dinner with dine-in specials including Grilled Shrimp Kebab, Black Truffle Spoon Pudding and Frozen Greek Yogurt Peppermint Sundae. View the Aba menu.
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Beatrix – River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, Oak Brook
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: Brunch until 3:00 PM, hours vary by location
The best way to start the New Year? Brunch at Beatrix! Start with a Spicy Bloody Mary or Beatrix Espresso Martini before digging into the Baked Apple & Blueberry Oatmeal, Light & Fluffy Lemon Pancakes, A Wonderful Egg White Omelet or Green Chili & Chicken Enchiladas, plus a side of Brown Sugar Bacon (and a stop at the pastry counter). Also enjoy special Fried Chicken & Belgian Waffles with hot honey butter, available for dine-in, carryout and delivery January 1 – January 5. Please note: Beatrix – Loop is closed December 31 and January 1. View the Beatrix menu.
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Big Bowl – Chicago
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Enjoy Chinese and Thai favorites on New Year’s Day for carryout and delivery. Entertaining at home? Serve up platters of potstickers, pad thai and more. View the Big Bowl – Chicago menu.
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Big Bowl – Schaumburg, Lincolnshire
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Stir up some fun on your first day of 2025 by creating your own custom stir fry bowl at the beloved stir fry bar! Enjoy Chinese and Thai favorites on New Year’s Day for dine-in, carryout and delivery. Having a spread at home? Serve up platters of potstickers, pad thai and more. View the Big Bowl menu.
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Bub City – Chicago & Rosemont
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: Chicago: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Rosemont: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Keep the party going with brunch at Bub City! From Cinnamon Sticky Buns to Burnt Ends Benedict, they’ve got the perfect meal to help you recover from the night before. Feel like keeping the party going? Order $6 Bloody Marys and Espresso Martinis during Hangover Happy Hour, available until 1:00 PM at Bub City in River North and 2:00 PM in Rosemont.
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Ema – River North, Glenview
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: Hours vary by location
Start 2025 with Mediterranean-inspired specials including Grilled Prawn Kebab with roasted tomato, green zhoug, lemon and souvlaki and Truffled Spoon Pudding with brioche and parmesan in addition to all of your favorite mezze. The specials will be available for dine-in on Wednesday, January 1. Plus, head to Ema in River North for an additional day of weekend brunch, including Avocado Toast, Acai Bowl, Crispy Potatoes, Kefta & Eggs and more from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. View the menus at Ema – River North, Glenview.
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il Porcellino
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Spend the first evening of the New Year cozying up at il Porcellino. With classic bowls of pasta, holiday decor, and a soundtrack of Frank Sinatra, you’ll be feeling the holiday cheer. Stop by the bar for food and drink specials during happy hour from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. If you’re staying in, order il Porcellino for pickup or delivery and enjoy a relaxing and delightful New Year’s Day dinner at home. View the il Porcellino menu.
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Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Raise a glass to the New Year at Joe’s Seafood in River North, which will be open and serving its regular menu. View the Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab menu.
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Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Mon Ami Gabi will be open on New Year’s Day offering the main dining menu of French bistro classics for dine-in and carryout. View the Mon Ami Gabi – Lincoln Park menu.
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Ramen-san – Lincoln Park, Fulton Market, River North, Streeterville
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: Hours vary by location
Start 2025 off on a warm note with a nourishing bowl of ramen. Boost your New Year’s luck at Lucky Hour, featuring a special happy hour food and drink menu from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Slurp your heart out at locations in Lincoln Park, Streeterville, River North, or Fulton Market, or order to-go and enjoy your noods at home. View the Ramen-san menu.
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R.J. Grunts
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Whether you’re recovering from the night before, or spending the day celebrating, enjoy New Year’s Day brunch at R.J. Grunts! Dive into brunch staples like Thick-Cut Challah French Toast, Breakfast Burrito Grande or a signature Pancake Sandwich. Want to make it boozy? Treat yourself to a Bloody Mary or Mimosa! View the R.J. Grunts menu.
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RPM Italian – Chicago
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Keep the New Year’s celebration going at RPM Italian with favorites like Truffled Garlic Bread, Maine Lobster Ravioli and Gorgonzola-Cured Wagyu alongside seasonal specials. View the RPM Italian – Chicago menu.
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Shaw’s Crab House – Chicago
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Spend the first day of 2025 sipping a Bloody Mary and slurping oysters at Shaw’s Crab House in River North. Shaw’s inChicago will be open for dine-in, carryout and delivery on New Year’s Day. View the Shaw’s Crab House – Chicago menu.
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Shaw’s Crab House – Schaumburg
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Cozy up at Shaw’s Crab House in Schaumburg to sip and slurp the day away on January 1, with select bottles of wine, oysters on the half shell and Bloody Marys, all for half-price. “Sip and Slurp” specials are available for dine-in only. Carryout and delivery of the regular menu will also be available. View the Shaw’s Crab House – Schaumburg menu.
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Sushi-san – Lincoln Park
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Start 2025 off right at Sushi-san Lincoln Park with a special New Year’s Day brunch! Enjoy favorites like the Miso Salmon Benedict, Avocado Toast and Sunday Best cocktail starting at 11:00 AM. View the Sushi-san – Lincoln Park menu.
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Tallboy Taco
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Celebrate 2025 with Tallboy Taco! Enjoy $5 Margaritas and $5 Nachitos during Happy Hour from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Order tacos, burritos, and sides like Corn Fundito, Queso Blanco, and Guacamole all day long. Keep last night’s party going with a Margarita Pitcher (serves 4-6 people), available in original and strawberry for $60, plus tax (gratuity not included)! View the Tallboy Taco menu.
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The Oakville Grill & Cellar
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: Brunch 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Dinner 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Welcome 2025 with a relaxing brunch at The Oakville Grill & Cellar from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, or savor an evening meal with dinner from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM. View the The Oakville Grill & Cellar menu.
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Tre Dita
WHEN: Wednesday, January 1: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Celebrate New Year’s Day at Tre Dita, one of the top new restaurants in Chicago, with the full à la carte menu from famed Chef Evan Funke.
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