The first night of Hanukkah is approaching, and there are many ways to celebrate! From menorah lightings to dining at some of Chicago’s best kosher restaurants, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the “Festival of Lights.” Get ready to light the eight candles, enjoy delicious latkes, and celebrate Hanukkah in Chicago!
Hanukkah Menorah Lighting at Pendry Chicago
Join Pendry Chicago in the lobby each evening at sunset for the lighting of the Menorah during the eight days of Hanukkah in Chicago. You’ll also enjoy a complimentary prosecco toast on the first and last nights of the celebration.
Dates: December 25 – January 2
When: Nightly at dusk
Celebrate Hanukkah at Ema
Experience Hanukkah dining at Ema in River North, featuring special dishes such as Parmesan, Potato & Brussels Sprout Latkes with scallion crema and spiced apples, and Grilled Harissa Spiced Sea Bream with roasted garlic yogurt, pine nuts, and herb salad during dinner service.
Seasonal favorites like Pumpkin Hummus, House-Made Labneh with Mick Klug cranberry, cinnamon, orange, and pistachio, and Delicata Squash Farrotto will also be available. Ema’s Hanukkah specials are offered for dine-in, carryout, and delivery.
Dates: Thursday, December 26 – Thursday, January 2 (Dinner service only)
Enjoy Classic Latkes at Summer House – Lincoln Park
This Hanukkah, savor Summer House’s Classic Latkes from Thursday, December 26, to Thursday, January 2. Served with housemade applesauce and sour cream, these latkes will bring a delightful touch of tradition to your holiday meals.
Dates: Thursday, December 26 – Thursday, January 2
Hanukkah Takeout at Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar
Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar honors Hanukkah this year with a la carte take-home options. Their homemade menu includes smoked brisket, smoked and cured fish (including their famous gravlax and pickled herring), latkes, matzo ball soup, and many other Hanukkah-friendly specialties.
Dates: December 24 – January 1
“8 Crazy Nights” Pop-Up at Graystone Tavern
The Graystone Tavern in Wrigleyville will open its “8 Crazy Nights” Hanukkah pop-up from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Wednesday, December 25, for Hanukkah in Chicago. As a holiday treat, guests will receive a FREE Egg Roll with any drink purchased on this day.
The bar will be beautifully decorated with over 30,000 blue and white lights, Hanukkah ball lanterns, Star of David and dreidel ornaments, lighted menorah decor, a Mensch on a Bench, a Hanukkah sweater wall, and an 8-foot inflatable dreidel.
Dates: Wednesday, December 25, from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.