Events at Prairie Moon in Evanston.

Prairie Moon hosts events and specials every week, including dining specials, happy hour, drink specials, and music. We are committed to the Evanston artistic community and are proud to feature local DJ’s, art exhibits, readings, and other experiences. We are also a home from some of the best beer tastings in the Chicago area.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS AT PRAIRIE MOON

Nov
2
Sat
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Nov 2 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON

Join us for the best Happy Hour in Evanston and the North Shore!

Everyday from 4PM-6PM Prairie Moon features $2 oysters, $1 shrimp, various appetizers and small plates at $7, wines for $6, and cocktails for $7 along with craft and local beers on draft for $5. Bring your friends and co-workers and enjoy the great atmosphere and friendly service of Prairie Moon.

CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT HAPPY HOUR MENU

 

SAMPLE HAPPY HOUR MENU

(Items and prices subject to change)

RAW BAR

OYSTERS $2 EACH
On the half shell, Bevans (James River VA) with cocktail sauce

Large “EZ Peel” Gulf Shrimp $1 EACH
With cocktail sauce

LITTLE PLATES $7

BIG Bavarian Pretzel Twist
large Bavarian bakery pretzel with pub cheese spread & grainy mustard

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadilla
baby spinach, baby portabella mushroom, chihuahua cheese, avocado, pico de gallo, salsa verde, lime crema

Bruno’s Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on mini bakery baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, sweet Italian sausage, mozzarella & Parmesan

Margherita Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on bakery demi-baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, fresh tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella & Parmesan

Cheeseburger Slider
.# American cheese, grilled onions, brioche bun, small fries

Disco Fries
The NJ diner classic! Fresh fries, bacon, cheese sauce, green onion, sour cream

WINE – $6

Janela Branca Vinho Verde DOC
Crisp, Portuguese dry white with a touch of Frizzante!

Cline “Farmhouse Red Blend”
Field blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet & Merlot CA 2021

Carra “Pulcinella” Prosecco
D.O.C. Italy 2020

HAPPY TAPS $5

Phase Three “Haus Lager”
Local “Crispy Snappy” lager 5%

Revolution “Infinity Hero” IPA
The latest “Hero”, experimental hops in a slightly hazy IPA from Chicago 7.0%

Lagunitas “Pils”
Czech-Style Pilsner from Chicago. 5%

Right Bee Cider
Chicago small batch unfiltered and tart cider 5.7%

COCKTAIL- $7

French 75
Prosecco, London dry gin, orange bitters, lemon juice

Aperol Spritz
* Aperol liquer, prosecco, soda, orange bitters, orange peel

Moscow Mule
Vodka, lime, ginger liquor, ginger beer

Paloma
* *silver tequila, grapefruit, lime, grapefruit soda

Aunt Lena’s Lemonade
* Bourbon & fresh lemonade

Nov
3
Sun
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Nov 3 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON

Join us for the best Happy Hour in Evanston and the North Shore!

Everyday from 4PM-6PM Prairie Moon features $2 oysters, $1 shrimp, various appetizers and small plates at $7, wines for $6, and cocktails for $7 along with craft and local beers on draft for $5. Bring your friends and co-workers and enjoy the great atmosphere and friendly service of Prairie Moon.

CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT HAPPY HOUR MENU

 

SAMPLE HAPPY HOUR MENU

(Items and prices subject to change)

RAW BAR

OYSTERS $2 EACH
On the half shell, Bevans (James River VA) with cocktail sauce

Large “EZ Peel” Gulf Shrimp $1 EACH
With cocktail sauce

LITTLE PLATES $7

BIG Bavarian Pretzel Twist
large Bavarian bakery pretzel with pub cheese spread & grainy mustard

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadilla
baby spinach, baby portabella mushroom, chihuahua cheese, avocado, pico de gallo, salsa verde, lime crema

Bruno’s Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on mini bakery baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, sweet Italian sausage, mozzarella & Parmesan

Margherita Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on bakery demi-baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, fresh tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella & Parmesan

Cheeseburger Slider
.# American cheese, grilled onions, brioche bun, small fries

Disco Fries
The NJ diner classic! Fresh fries, bacon, cheese sauce, green onion, sour cream

WINE – $6

Janela Branca Vinho Verde DOC
Crisp, Portuguese dry white with a touch of Frizzante!

Cline “Farmhouse Red Blend”
Field blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet & Merlot CA 2021

Carra “Pulcinella” Prosecco
D.O.C. Italy 2020

HAPPY TAPS $5

Phase Three “Haus Lager”
Local “Crispy Snappy” lager 5%

Revolution “Infinity Hero” IPA
The latest “Hero”, experimental hops in a slightly hazy IPA from Chicago 7.0%

Lagunitas “Pils”
Czech-Style Pilsner from Chicago. 5%

Right Bee Cider
Chicago small batch unfiltered and tart cider 5.7%

COCKTAIL- $7

French 75
Prosecco, London dry gin, orange bitters, lemon juice

Aperol Spritz
* Aperol liquer, prosecco, soda, orange bitters, orange peel

Moscow Mule
Vodka, lime, ginger liquor, ginger beer

Paloma
* *silver tequila, grapefruit, lime, grapefruit soda

Aunt Lena’s Lemonade
* Bourbon & fresh lemonade

Nov
4
Mon
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Nov 4 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON

Join us for the best Happy Hour in Evanston and the North Shore!

Everyday from 4PM-6PM Prairie Moon features $2 oysters, $1 shrimp, various appetizers and small plates at $7, wines for $6, and cocktails for $7 along with craft and local beers on draft for $5. Bring your friends and co-workers and enjoy the great atmosphere and friendly service of Prairie Moon.

CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT HAPPY HOUR MENU

 

SAMPLE HAPPY HOUR MENU

(Items and prices subject to change)

RAW BAR

OYSTERS $2 EACH
On the half shell, Bevans (James River VA) with cocktail sauce

Large “EZ Peel” Gulf Shrimp $1 EACH
With cocktail sauce

LITTLE PLATES $7

BIG Bavarian Pretzel Twist
large Bavarian bakery pretzel with pub cheese spread & grainy mustard

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadilla
baby spinach, baby portabella mushroom, chihuahua cheese, avocado, pico de gallo, salsa verde, lime crema

Bruno’s Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on mini bakery baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, sweet Italian sausage, mozzarella & Parmesan

Margherita Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on bakery demi-baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, fresh tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella & Parmesan

Cheeseburger Slider
.# American cheese, grilled onions, brioche bun, small fries

Disco Fries
The NJ diner classic! Fresh fries, bacon, cheese sauce, green onion, sour cream

WINE – $6

Janela Branca Vinho Verde DOC
Crisp, Portuguese dry white with a touch of Frizzante!

Cline “Farmhouse Red Blend”
Field blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet & Merlot CA 2021

Carra “Pulcinella” Prosecco
D.O.C. Italy 2020

HAPPY TAPS $5

Phase Three “Haus Lager”
Local “Crispy Snappy” lager 5%

Revolution “Infinity Hero” IPA
The latest “Hero”, experimental hops in a slightly hazy IPA from Chicago 7.0%

Lagunitas “Pils”
Czech-Style Pilsner from Chicago. 5%

Right Bee Cider
Chicago small batch unfiltered and tart cider 5.7%

COCKTAIL- $7

French 75
Prosecco, London dry gin, orange bitters, lemon juice

Aperol Spritz
* Aperol liquer, prosecco, soda, orange bitters, orange peel

Moscow Mule
Vodka, lime, ginger liquor, ginger beer

Paloma
* *silver tequila, grapefruit, lime, grapefruit soda

Aunt Lena’s Lemonade
* Bourbon & fresh lemonade

Nov
5
Tue
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Nov 5 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON

Join us for the best Happy Hour in Evanston and the North Shore!

Everyday from 4PM-6PM Prairie Moon features $2 oysters, $1 shrimp, various appetizers and small plates at $7, wines for $6, and cocktails for $7 along with craft and local beers on draft for $5. Bring your friends and co-workers and enjoy the great atmosphere and friendly service of Prairie Moon.

CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT HAPPY HOUR MENU

 

SAMPLE HAPPY HOUR MENU

(Items and prices subject to change)

RAW BAR

OYSTERS $2 EACH
On the half shell, Bevans (James River VA) with cocktail sauce

Large “EZ Peel” Gulf Shrimp $1 EACH
With cocktail sauce

LITTLE PLATES $7

BIG Bavarian Pretzel Twist
large Bavarian bakery pretzel with pub cheese spread & grainy mustard

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadilla
baby spinach, baby portabella mushroom, chihuahua cheese, avocado, pico de gallo, salsa verde, lime crema

Bruno’s Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on mini bakery baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, sweet Italian sausage, mozzarella & Parmesan

Margherita Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on bakery demi-baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, fresh tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella & Parmesan

Cheeseburger Slider
.# American cheese, grilled onions, brioche bun, small fries

Disco Fries
The NJ diner classic! Fresh fries, bacon, cheese sauce, green onion, sour cream

WINE – $6

Janela Branca Vinho Verde DOC
Crisp, Portuguese dry white with a touch of Frizzante!

Cline “Farmhouse Red Blend”
Field blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet & Merlot CA 2021

Carra “Pulcinella” Prosecco
D.O.C. Italy 2020

HAPPY TAPS $5

Phase Three “Haus Lager”
Local “Crispy Snappy” lager 5%

Revolution “Infinity Hero” IPA
The latest “Hero”, experimental hops in a slightly hazy IPA from Chicago 7.0%

Lagunitas “Pils”
Czech-Style Pilsner from Chicago. 5%

Right Bee Cider
Chicago small batch unfiltered and tart cider 5.7%

COCKTAIL- $7

French 75
Prosecco, London dry gin, orange bitters, lemon juice

Aperol Spritz
* Aperol liquer, prosecco, soda, orange bitters, orange peel

Moscow Mule
Vodka, lime, ginger liquor, ginger beer

Paloma
* *silver tequila, grapefruit, lime, grapefruit soda

Aunt Lena’s Lemonade
* Bourbon & fresh lemonade

Nov
6
Wed
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Nov 6 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON

Join us for the best Happy Hour in Evanston and the North Shore!

Everyday from 4PM-6PM Prairie Moon features $2 oysters, $1 shrimp, various appetizers and small plates at $7, wines for $6, and cocktails for $7 along with craft and local beers on draft for $5. Bring your friends and co-workers and enjoy the great atmosphere and friendly service of Prairie Moon.

CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT HAPPY HOUR MENU

 

SAMPLE HAPPY HOUR MENU

(Items and prices subject to change)

RAW BAR

OYSTERS $2 EACH
On the half shell, Bevans (James River VA) with cocktail sauce

Large “EZ Peel” Gulf Shrimp $1 EACH
With cocktail sauce

LITTLE PLATES $7

BIG Bavarian Pretzel Twist
large Bavarian bakery pretzel with pub cheese spread & grainy mustard

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadilla
baby spinach, baby portabella mushroom, chihuahua cheese, avocado, pico de gallo, salsa verde, lime crema

Bruno’s Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on mini bakery baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, sweet Italian sausage, mozzarella & Parmesan

Margherita Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on bakery demi-baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, fresh tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella & Parmesan

Cheeseburger Slider
.# American cheese, grilled onions, brioche bun, small fries

Disco Fries
The NJ diner classic! Fresh fries, bacon, cheese sauce, green onion, sour cream

WINE – $6

Janela Branca Vinho Verde DOC
Crisp, Portuguese dry white with a touch of Frizzante!

Cline “Farmhouse Red Blend”
Field blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet & Merlot CA 2021

Carra “Pulcinella” Prosecco
D.O.C. Italy 2020

HAPPY TAPS $5

Phase Three “Haus Lager”
Local “Crispy Snappy” lager 5%

Revolution “Infinity Hero” IPA
The latest “Hero”, experimental hops in a slightly hazy IPA from Chicago 7.0%

Lagunitas “Pils”
Czech-Style Pilsner from Chicago. 5%

Right Bee Cider
Chicago small batch unfiltered and tart cider 5.7%

COCKTAIL- $7

French 75
Prosecco, London dry gin, orange bitters, lemon juice

Aperol Spritz
* Aperol liquer, prosecco, soda, orange bitters, orange peel

Moscow Mule
Vodka, lime, ginger liquor, ginger beer

Paloma
* *silver tequila, grapefruit, lime, grapefruit soda

Aunt Lena’s Lemonade
* Bourbon & fresh lemonade

Nov
7
Thu
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Nov 7 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON

Join us for the best Happy Hour in Evanston and the North Shore!

Everyday from 4PM-6PM Prairie Moon features $2 oysters, $1 shrimp, various appetizers and small plates at $7, wines for $6, and cocktails for $7 along with craft and local beers on draft for $5. Bring your friends and co-workers and enjoy the great atmosphere and friendly service of Prairie Moon.

CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT HAPPY HOUR MENU

 

SAMPLE HAPPY HOUR MENU

(Items and prices subject to change)

RAW BAR

OYSTERS $2 EACH
On the half shell, Bevans (James River VA) with cocktail sauce

Large “EZ Peel” Gulf Shrimp $1 EACH
With cocktail sauce

LITTLE PLATES $7

BIG Bavarian Pretzel Twist
large Bavarian bakery pretzel with pub cheese spread & grainy mustard

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadilla
baby spinach, baby portabella mushroom, chihuahua cheese, avocado, pico de gallo, salsa verde, lime crema

Bruno’s Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on mini bakery baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, sweet Italian sausage, mozzarella & Parmesan

Margherita Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on bakery demi-baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, fresh tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella & Parmesan

Cheeseburger Slider
.# American cheese, grilled onions, brioche bun, small fries

Disco Fries
The NJ diner classic! Fresh fries, bacon, cheese sauce, green onion, sour cream

WINE – $6

Janela Branca Vinho Verde DOC
Crisp, Portuguese dry white with a touch of Frizzante!

Cline “Farmhouse Red Blend”
Field blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet & Merlot CA 2021

Carra “Pulcinella” Prosecco
D.O.C. Italy 2020

HAPPY TAPS $5

Phase Three “Haus Lager”
Local “Crispy Snappy” lager 5%

Revolution “Infinity Hero” IPA
The latest “Hero”, experimental hops in a slightly hazy IPA from Chicago 7.0%

Lagunitas “Pils”
Czech-Style Pilsner from Chicago. 5%

Right Bee Cider
Chicago small batch unfiltered and tart cider 5.7%

COCKTAIL- $7

French 75
Prosecco, London dry gin, orange bitters, lemon juice

Aperol Spritz
* Aperol liquer, prosecco, soda, orange bitters, orange peel

Moscow Mule
Vodka, lime, ginger liquor, ginger beer

Paloma
* *silver tequila, grapefruit, lime, grapefruit soda

Aunt Lena’s Lemonade
* Bourbon & fresh lemonade

JAZZ JAM SESSION
Nov 7 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
JAZZ JAM SESSION

JAZZ JAM SESSION

Every First Thursday of the Month 8PM-10PM Prairie Moon hosts its jazz jam session hosted by Clark Sommers on bass with Chase Wilkins on drums, Brandon Harper on keys.

Musicians bring what you need to jam with these celebrated musicians in the great and welcoming atmosphere of Prairie Moon. Drink and dining specials all night!

Jazz is an improvised art form and jam sessions have been a staple of jazz since the beginning. We highly encourage guests to see and hear what great musicians sound like when they get together sometimes for the first time and jam.

CLICK TO MAKE RESERVATIONS FOR THURSDAY JAM SESSIONS

 

 

 

 

THOWBACK THURSDAYS
Nov 7 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
THOWBACK THURSDAYS

THROWBACK THURSDAYS! DJ spins from 8PM-11PM every Thursday at Prairie Moon.

Every Thursday from 8PM-11PM join us for a rotating list of Chicago area’s top DJ’s as they choose a different theme for each Thursday where they mix in cuts from a certain band, artist, or genre.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30: HALLOWEEN SPOOKY SPINS BY DJ SCOTT!

THROWBACK THURDAYS includes:

  • Live DJ
  • Late Night Food & Drink Happy Hour Specials
  • New Music Theme Each Week
  • No Cover Charge
Nov
8
Fri
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Nov 8 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON

Join us for the best Happy Hour in Evanston and the North Shore!

Everyday from 4PM-6PM Prairie Moon features $2 oysters, $1 shrimp, various appetizers and small plates at $7, wines for $6, and cocktails for $7 along with craft and local beers on draft for $5. Bring your friends and co-workers and enjoy the great atmosphere and friendly service of Prairie Moon.

CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT HAPPY HOUR MENU

 

SAMPLE HAPPY HOUR MENU

(Items and prices subject to change)

RAW BAR

OYSTERS $2 EACH
On the half shell, Bevans (James River VA) with cocktail sauce

Large “EZ Peel” Gulf Shrimp $1 EACH
With cocktail sauce

LITTLE PLATES $7

BIG Bavarian Pretzel Twist
large Bavarian bakery pretzel with pub cheese spread & grainy mustard

Spinach & Mushroom Quesadilla
baby spinach, baby portabella mushroom, chihuahua cheese, avocado, pico de gallo, salsa verde, lime crema

Bruno’s Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on mini bakery baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, sweet Italian sausage, mozzarella & Parmesan

Margherita Baguette Pizza
Baked French bread pizza on bakery demi-baguette with Luna Pomodoro sauce, fresh tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella & Parmesan

Cheeseburger Slider
.# American cheese, grilled onions, brioche bun, small fries

Disco Fries
The NJ diner classic! Fresh fries, bacon, cheese sauce, green onion, sour cream

WINE – $6

Janela Branca Vinho Verde DOC
Crisp, Portuguese dry white with a touch of Frizzante!

Cline “Farmhouse Red Blend”
Field blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet & Merlot CA 2021

Carra “Pulcinella” Prosecco
D.O.C. Italy 2020

HAPPY TAPS $5

Phase Three “Haus Lager”
Local “Crispy Snappy” lager 5%

Revolution “Infinity Hero” IPA
The latest “Hero”, experimental hops in a slightly hazy IPA from Chicago 7.0%

Lagunitas “Pils”
Czech-Style Pilsner from Chicago. 5%

Right Bee Cider
Chicago small batch unfiltered and tart cider 5.7%

COCKTAIL- $7

French 75
Prosecco, London dry gin, orange bitters, lemon juice

Aperol Spritz
* Aperol liquer, prosecco, soda, orange bitters, orange peel

Moscow Mule
Vodka, lime, ginger liquor, ginger beer

Paloma
* *silver tequila, grapefruit, lime, grapefruit soda

Aunt Lena’s Lemonade
* Bourbon & fresh lemonade

TEMPERANCE FAREWELL BASEMENT PARTY
Nov 8 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

TEMPERANCE BEER CO. FAREWELL BASEMENT PARTY

Friday, November 8 starting at 4PM!
– Happy hour 4pm-6pm ALL Temperance pints $5
– Happy hour raw bar EXTENDED all night ($2 oysters $1 Shrimp) in honor of all the pop-up raw bars Prairie Moon held at Temperance.
– Small plate food pairing menu by Chef Matt O’Neill (4 items to pair with flight beers. Food available singularly)
THE FLIGHT BEERS also available in pints
1. Smittytown – ESB / Pub Ale
2. Root Down – American Porter
3. Restless Years – Rye Pale Ale
4. Throwing Frisbees At The Sun – West coast IPA
5. Temperance Basement Party – American Lager (Not in flight but $5 pints all night)

“Buy a pint take a pint” while they last

–  Temperance owner, Josh Gilbert, will give a toast at 8pm right before DJ
– DJ Teebot’s Old Skool Basement Party 8pm-11pm

A note from Prairie Moon owner Rob Strom about Temperance Beer Co.

The fog of time clouds our minds sometimes but I believe we first met Josh Gilbert at Prairie Moon somewhere around April of 2010. The Evanston Home brew Club, under the direction of President Ted Perez and brewer and bar manager at the time Phil Zelewsky, would meet in Prairie Moon’s back bar at the old space on 1502 Sherman Ave. The Club members would bring their own offerings to sample and discuss as well as having a couple of pints from our many Craft offerings. Cesar Marron of Sketchbook was also in attendance. The club met on the first Thursday of every month and sometimes the crowd of home brewers and beer geeks was in excess of 60 or 70 guests, there was always enough suds for anyone who wanted to taste and explore this emerging craft, this was a golden age for Evanston breweries to be.
Josh opened Temperance in late 2013 with head brewer Claudia Jendron and asked us if we would host Temperance’s grand opening party, we were honored to be the kickoff spot! Our histories have been intertwined and our friendship has grown ever since. We have been so proud to have a brewery of Temperance’s caliber in our home town and quick to suggest a pint to any out-of-towner.
It was a pleasure to participate in so many events at the brewery and we remain so thankful that when we had to shut down for a few months before re-opening in our new space at 1635 Chicago ave. Temperance allowed us to offer pop-up raw bars and other pub grub at the brewery so we could stay in the public eye. Something that many people may not know is that when we were looking for a space to store almost everything from the restaurant for a couple months while we worked on the new space we reached out to Josh to see if we could use his space next door to the brewery, he so very graciously said yes. For this act of kindness and neighborly love we will always be in their debt.
We are so very proud and happy to host a final toast to great beer and great friends! Please join us on Friday, November 8 th all night from 3pm to 11pm for a “Temperance Old Skool Basement
Party”.
Let’s all raise a glass to a historical Evanston brewery, to the amazingly crafted and delicious Temperance beer, and thank them for the lovely memories they have provided for us all! Temperance Beer Co. will be missed!
Rob Strom