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

Sep
24
Wed
OKTOBERFEST in Evanston
Sep 24 @ 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm

OKTOBERFEST IN EVANSTON AT PRAIRIE MOON!

Your favorite all American dining spot is headed overseas this week for delightful authentic Oktoberfest German dinner for two.

Plus German specials and beer all week!

DINNER FOR TWO IN EVANSTON! $69

ORDER DELIVERY OR TAKEOUT NOW!

CLICK TO MAKE RESERVATIONS

While Supplies Last

DINNER FOR TWO $69

SALAD

SMOKED WHITEFISH SALAD
Cold-smoked Lake Superior whitefish salad with fresh dill over mixed greens, tomato, red cabbage, radish & red onion, horseradish-buttermilk dressing

ENTRÉES

OKTOBERFEST CHICKEN (WIESNHENDL)
Marzen Bier, Dusseldorf mustard & lemon glazed fresh herb-marinated semi-boneless half chicken grilled and served over rosemary asparagus.

BONE-IN STRIP STEAK WITH JAGER SAUCE
Char-grilled 14oz Angus bone-in strip steak (Kansas City Cut) topped with a Bavarian “Hunter’s Sauce” with bacon, peppercorn, Cremini mushroom & Asbach German Brandy over braised cabbage mashed potatoes.

BUTTERCRUMB SOURDOUGH BREAD & BUTTER

DESSERT

TRIPLE BERRY WALNUT STREUSELKUCHEN (CRUMBLE)
Blackberry, blueberry & strawberry with toasted walnut streusel topping & vanilla cream.

ADDITIONS TO YOUR MEAL

ADD: PAULANER “OKTOBERFEST” (16.9 OZ CAN)
Classic #1 German Marzen

~OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL~
(Bevan’s St. James River VA) Shucked with cocktail sauce, saltines, lemon wedge. Half Dozen 18

ROASTED GARLIC SAUSAGE & PRETZEL PLATE
Grilled large garlic sausage & bacon-cider braised cabbage with Buttercrumb large Bavarian pretzel, grainy mustard & Pub cheese. 16

BRUSSELS & MUSHROOMS
roasted brussels sprouts, sautéed crimini mushrooms, grilled onions, balsamic reduction. 12

HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Sep 24 @ 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

Sep
25
Thu
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Sep 25 @ 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

THOWBACK THURSDAYS
Sep 25 @ 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
Sep
26
Fri
CAJUN CREOLE SURF & TURF
Sep 26 @ 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm

CAJUN CREOLE SURF & TURF!

FOUR COURSE, DINNER FOR TWO, $69.

Friday, September 26-Wednesday, October 1

Available for dine-in, delivery, and takeout.

ORDER DELIVERY OR TAKEOUT NOW!

CLICK TO MAKE RESERVATIONS


STARTER

GULF CRABCAKE REMOULADE
Two blue crabcakes over arugula topped with Gulf Shrimp Remoulade sauce.

ENTRÉE

BLACK & BLUE NEW YORK STRIP STEAK
10oz house-blackened boneless strip steak finished with Blue cheese butter (blue cheese, fresh herbs & garlic) over grilled rosemary asparagus.

SEAFOOD BIG MAMOU
A Moon favorite! Gulf shrimp, Sea scallops and Crawfish tails in our savory tomato-cayenne simmer sauce over rice.

BUTTERCRUMB SOURDOUGH BREAD & BUTTER

DESSERT

BOURBON-PEACH PRALINE BREAD PUDDING
Vanilla-cinnamon bread pudding with peaches, pecans & house Bourbon-caramel sauce & vanilla cream.

TRY THESE ADDITIONS FOR YOUR MEAL!

CLASSIC MAI TAI … (32OZ=3 COCKTAILS)
Dark and light rums, orange Curacao, almond orgeat, lime. 24 / includes $2 Ball Jar deposit /

NORTH END CALAMARI
Parmesan-herb crusted calamari, tomato-basil relish, balsamic reduction and cocktail sauce. 16

BRUSSELS & BACON
roasted sprouts & applewood bacon, balsamic drizzle. 12

~OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL~ …
(Bevan’s St. James River VA) Shucked with cocktail sauce, saltines, lemon wedge. HALF DOZEN 18

CALABASH CATFISH NUGGETS …
Lightly breaded & seasoned catfish filet pieces flash fried & served with a honey-Creole mustard dipping
sauce 14

ORDER FOR DELIVERY OR TAKEOUT NOW!

HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Sep 26 @ 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

Sep
27
Sat
CAJUN CREOLE SURF & TURF
Sep 27 @ 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm

CAJUN CREOLE SURF & TURF!

FOUR COURSE, DINNER FOR TWO, $69.

Friday, September 26-Wednesday, October 1

Available for dine-in, delivery, and takeout.

ORDER DELIVERY OR TAKEOUT NOW!

CLICK TO MAKE RESERVATIONS


STARTER

GULF CRABCAKE REMOULADE
Two blue crabcakes over arugula topped with Gulf Shrimp Remoulade sauce.

ENTRÉE

BLACK & BLUE NEW YORK STRIP STEAK
10oz house-blackened boneless strip steak finished with Blue cheese butter (blue cheese, fresh herbs & garlic) over grilled rosemary asparagus.

SEAFOOD BIG MAMOU
A Moon favorite! Gulf shrimp, Sea scallops and Crawfish tails in our savory tomato-cayenne simmer sauce over rice.

BUTTERCRUMB SOURDOUGH BREAD & BUTTER

DESSERT

BOURBON-PEACH PRALINE BREAD PUDDING
Vanilla-cinnamon bread pudding with peaches, pecans & house Bourbon-caramel sauce & vanilla cream.

TRY THESE ADDITIONS FOR YOUR MEAL!

CLASSIC MAI TAI … (32OZ=3 COCKTAILS)
Dark and light rums, orange Curacao, almond orgeat, lime. 24 / includes $2 Ball Jar deposit /

NORTH END CALAMARI
Parmesan-herb crusted calamari, tomato-basil relish, balsamic reduction and cocktail sauce. 16

BRUSSELS & BACON
roasted sprouts & applewood bacon, balsamic drizzle. 12

~OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL~ …
(Bevan’s St. James River VA) Shucked with cocktail sauce, saltines, lemon wedge. HALF DOZEN 18

CALABASH CATFISH NUGGETS …
Lightly breaded & seasoned catfish filet pieces flash fried & served with a honey-Creole mustard dipping
sauce 14

ORDER FOR DELIVERY OR TAKEOUT NOW!

HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Sep 27 @ 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

Sep
28
Sun
CAJUN CREOLE SURF & TURF
Sep 28 @ 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm

CAJUN CREOLE SURF & TURF!

FOUR COURSE, DINNER FOR TWO, $69.

Friday, September 26-Wednesday, October 1

Available for dine-in, delivery, and takeout.

ORDER DELIVERY OR TAKEOUT NOW!

CLICK TO MAKE RESERVATIONS


STARTER

GULF CRABCAKE REMOULADE
Two blue crabcakes over arugula topped with Gulf Shrimp Remoulade sauce.

ENTRÉE

BLACK & BLUE NEW YORK STRIP STEAK
10oz house-blackened boneless strip steak finished with Blue cheese butter (blue cheese, fresh herbs & garlic) over grilled rosemary asparagus.

SEAFOOD BIG MAMOU
A Moon favorite! Gulf shrimp, Sea scallops and Crawfish tails in our savory tomato-cayenne simmer sauce over rice.

BUTTERCRUMB SOURDOUGH BREAD & BUTTER

DESSERT

BOURBON-PEACH PRALINE BREAD PUDDING
Vanilla-cinnamon bread pudding with peaches, pecans & house Bourbon-caramel sauce & vanilla cream.

TRY THESE ADDITIONS FOR YOUR MEAL!

CLASSIC MAI TAI … (32OZ=3 COCKTAILS)
Dark and light rums, orange Curacao, almond orgeat, lime. 24 / includes $2 Ball Jar deposit /

NORTH END CALAMARI
Parmesan-herb crusted calamari, tomato-basil relish, balsamic reduction and cocktail sauce. 16

BRUSSELS & BACON
roasted sprouts & applewood bacon, balsamic drizzle. 12

~OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL~ …
(Bevan’s St. James River VA) Shucked with cocktail sauce, saltines, lemon wedge. HALF DOZEN 18

CALABASH CATFISH NUGGETS …
Lightly breaded & seasoned catfish filet pieces flash fried & served with a honey-Creole mustard dipping
sauce 14

ORDER FOR DELIVERY OR TAKEOUT NOW!

HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Sep 28 @ 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