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05/07/2026
We will be closed for dinner service Saturday evening. However, you can still join us for Pre-Motherโs-Day-Brunch Brunch.
Want to host your private event in our lush and capacious dining hall? Find all the info at beatnikchicago.com
04/04/2026
a beautiful brunch season kicks off Sunday with Easter celebrations abound from the river to West Town. Gather family and friends and join us at either location in celebation. Only a few tables remain, one of them should be for you and your loved ones.
02/25/2026
A new midweek special to make this year the best ever.
26% off the entire menu for 4P - 7P wednesday, thursday & friday. Enjoy the most beautifully warm, plant soaked bohemian escape the city has to offer. Paired with daily cocktail and beer specials, this is basically a buy 3 get one Free special, but better. ๐งฎ๐ฝ๏ธ๐
This promotion is for our West Town location only.
02/15/2026
Brunch is for lovers. Beatnik is for Brunch. West Town is for Beatnik. Itโs simple math, really.
01/16/2026
Starting on January 23 and running through Feb 8, the award-winning team at Beatnik West Town joins Mama Delia, Expat, Coquette, Good Funk, and hundreds of Chicago restaurants for the best long week in the city.
Mix it up at Beatnik West Town with exclusive brunch specials on Saturdays and Sundays.
See menu details and allergy information at BeatnikChicago.com
01/05/2026
Voted Happiest Place in West Town by indoor plants. Join us for Happy Hour every Wednesday Thursday and Friday between 4-7pm. Check out our menu at BeatnikChicago.com
12/30/2025
Float with us into 2026 with an all inclusive night on the river. A single ticket opens the bar and bites from the kitchen topped off with a midnight champagne toast.
Ring in the new year against the magic of the river set against one of trn cityโs most gorgeous rooms. Link in bio for tickets. The countdown is onโฆ ๐ซ๐ฅ
12/20/2025
The sun is always shining in West Town. And fortunately for you, we serve brunch until 3:40 on Saturdays and 4:30pm on Sundaysโeven when itโs a little gray out. Plan ahead and get a table for you and your chosen family.
12/12/2025
Enlarged to show the amazing texture. Get your own up-close and personal view of our fabulous menu this weekend. Reserve a table (or come to the bar and watch the game).
04/29/2025
WEST TOWN'S BEST HAPPY HOUR
Wednesday to Fridays 4-7pm
For $5
House Beers
For $8
Za'atar Fries
Dolce Picante Flatbread
Pan Con Tomate
Slice of Pie
For $10
Mezze Board
Cheeseburger
Chicken Kebab
Chicky Baos
Select Wines & Cocktails
Available at Beatnik West Town
1604 W Chicago Avenue, Chicago
03/09/2025
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From Reggae and French pop to Brazilian beats and Latin rhythms, Beatnikโs DJs take you on a sonic journey every weekend.
Book your table for and join us for this Sunday Funday!
03/06/2025
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From Bali to Chicago, marvel at the 40-foot teak faรงade, salvaged from a grand, 100+ year old Balinese home, as it anchors Beatnikโs dining room with history and elegance. Experience the history.
Address
180 N Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL
60606
The bar/cafe/restaurant is located at N Wacker Drive in Chicago. For those using public transport, the nearest train station is the Clark/Lake Station on the Blue, Green, Pink, Brown and Orange Lines. From there it's about a 10-minute walk to the location.
For those driving, they can take I-90/94 E towards Chicago and exit at Washington Blvd. Then proceed to head west on Washington Blvd and take a left onto N Franklin St. After that turn left onto W Lake St before finally taking another left onto N Wacker Dr. Parking options include street parking or paid parking garages nearby.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
11am - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 11pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 11pm |
| Friday |
11am - 11pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 11pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 11pm |
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What people say
Beatnik On The River is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for an exotic escape in the heart of Chicago. This bar, cafe, and restaurant offers breathtaking views of the Chicago River that will leave you mesmerized. The boho-chic interior is a perfect complement to the progressive, globetrotting food and cocktails served here.
Executive Chef Marcos Campos takes a global approach to his cuisine, melding ingredients from around the world to create bold flavors, original combinations, and creative presentations. Whether you're stopping by for lunch, dinner or brunch, you'll find something on the menu that will tantalize your taste buds.
The cocktails at Beatnik On The River are equally inventive and colorful. They often find inspiration in ingredients from the kitchen, creating a harmonious relationship between what's being served on the plates and in the glasses. Exotic garnishes follow a no-waste sensibility utilizing ingredients found in the cocktails they adorn.
In addition to its stunning riverfront patio filled with Indonesian daybeds, Moroccan lanterns and lush greenery, Beatnik On The River also boasts an otherworldly interior area that was transformed from a sign store into an enchanting space with the help of a 1913 Nashville jewelry shop installation.
Overall, Beatnik On The River is a unique dining experience that should not be missed when visiting Chicago.
