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

Mar
17
Tue
St. Patrick’s Dinner for Two
Mar 17 @ 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
St. Patrick's Dinner for Two

St. Patrick’s, Boston, Dinner for Two~

CHECK OUT ALL OUR ST. PATRICK’S DAY SPECIALS HERE

CLICK TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS!



DINNER FOR TWO MENU!

SALAD

SHRIMP MARIE ROSE SALAD
10 Large chilled steamed shrimp tossed in a creamy Irish “Marie Rose” cocktail sauce over mixed greens with Pickle Piquillo peppers, cucumber, pickled red onion, grape tomatoes, avocado & lemon basil vinaigrette

ENTRÉES

NEW ENGLAND BOILED DINNER (CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE)
House corned beef and cider braised cabbage with bacon & horseradish sauce

BANGERS & MASH
2 Grilled Irish garlic pork sausages with mashed potatoes and sweet onion gravy

BUTTERCRUMB SOURDOUGH BREAD & BUTTER

DESSERT

STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING
Rich, moist Medjool date cake with toffee sauce and vanilla bean cream

ADDITIONS TO YOUR MEAL

IRISH MULE (JAR = 3 COCKTAILS)
Jameson, ginger liqueur, Allspice Dram, ginger beer, lemon. 24

FRESH ATLANTIC SALMON CHOWDER
Fresh salmon chowder with carrots & potato finished with light cream & fresh chives. 10

OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL
“Bevins” (St.James River VA), house cocktail sauce. 18

NORTH END CALAMARI
Parmesan-sourdough crust, tomatoes, basil, Balsamic reduction, cocktail sauce. 17

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

HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Mar 17 @ 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

TUESDAY TRIVIA NIGHT
Mar 17 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
TUESDAY TRIVIA NIGHT

Prairie Moon in Evanston and Go 4 It Entertainment present…

TUESDAY TRIVIA NIGHT!

So you think you know a few things, eh? Well prove it! Join us every Tuesday for baddest, meanest, funnest, happiest trivia night in Evanston. Your extraordinarily entertaining host will guide you through the night with easy and tough questions all toward the prize of being the best in the land… and, of course, prizes from Prairie Moon!

Every Tuesday starting promptly at 8PM! Come early to get your seat!

RESERVE A TABLE! 

Mar
18
Wed
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Mar 18 @ 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

LIVE JAZZ EVANSTON
Mar 18 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

LIVE JAZZ in EVANSTON AT PRAIRIE MOON EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT

Prairie Moon is proud to present live jazz in partnership with Chicago’s Fulton Street Collective every Wednesday from 9PM-11PM.

Come experience some of the country’s best jazz musicians at Prairie Moon and enjoy our Raw Bar, late night grill, and special cocktails, along with our full bar. Cover charge is $7 and goes entirely to the artists.

Jazz Jam Sessions on the first Thursday of the month, led by bassist Clark Sommers. Free Admission. All musicians, guests, and customers are welcome. (Occasionally jam sessions are canceled or changed. Please call ahead to confirm.)


CLICK FOR TICKETS FOR LIVE JAZZ at PRAIRIE MOON


 

Mar
19
Thu
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Mar 19 @ 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
Mar 19 @ 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
TOM WAITS ON THE TURNTABLE
Mar 19 @ 8:00 pm – Mar 20 @ 11:00 pm
TOM WAITS ON THE TURNTABLE

DJ CHRIS SPINS TOM WAITS at PRAIRIE MOON RESTAURANT IN EVANSTON

Come on down of the cross and join us for a night of The Bard of the Barstool.

8PM-11PM. Drink and dining specials

Chris spins deep cuts and familiar hits with occasional anecdotes, stories, and tall tales about one of the greatest songwriters in the USA.


Make your reservation HERE.

 

 

 

Mar
20
Fri
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Mar 20 @ 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

Mar
21
Sat
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
Mar 21 @ 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