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

May
18
Sun
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
May 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

SAN ANTONIO FLAVOR FEST (Tex-Mex Feast)
May 18 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

SAN ANTONIO FLAVOR FEST (Tex-Mex Feast)

DINNER FOR TWO!

Our weekly dinner for two is available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery in Evanston, Wilmette, and surrounding areas.


ORDER NOW!

SALAD

BLACKENED SHRIMP ELOTES SALAD
10 Blackened Large Gulf shrimp, roasted corn, red onion & sweet bell pepper, Cotija cheese, aleppo pepper, lime aioli, crema & cilantro over mixed greens, radishes, red cabbage & green goddess dressing

ENTRÉES

SMOKED CHIPOTLE PORK CARNITAS
Slow-smoked pulled pork shoulder, tomatoes, cilantro, chipotle peppers, onions

MOLCAJETE CARNE ASADA
Grilled Black angus marinated 12oz flat iron steak, Mexican grilling onions, Mexican rice, fire roasted Molcajete salsa, pinto beans and corn tortillas

SALSA SUPREMA
pico de gallo, chipotle cream, salsa verde, Molcajete salsa

DESSERT

TURTLE “BROOKIE”
P. Moon homemade chocolate chip cookie bar topped with mini fudge brownies & house pecan-praline caramel with vanilla cream

ADD A:

SMOKE & SPICE MARGARITA (32OZ = 3 COCKTAILS)
Rayu Mezcal, Dry Curacao, lime juice, jalapeno simple

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

GUACAMOLE … 9
Haas avocados, tomato, cilantro & jalapeño with tortilla chips

GREEN CHILE MAC & CHEESE ROYALE … 9
Our signature mac & cheese, poblano green chiles topped with Chihuahua & cheddar cheeses

ORDER NOW!

May
19
Mon
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
May 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

SAN ANTONIO FLAVOR FEST (Tex-Mex Feast)
May 19 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

SAN ANTONIO FLAVOR FEST (Tex-Mex Feast)

DINNER FOR TWO!

Our weekly dinner for two is available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery in Evanston, Wilmette, and surrounding areas.


ORDER NOW!

SALAD

BLACKENED SHRIMP ELOTES SALAD
10 Blackened Large Gulf shrimp, roasted corn, red onion & sweet bell pepper, Cotija cheese, aleppo pepper, lime aioli, crema & cilantro over mixed greens, radishes, red cabbage & green goddess dressing

ENTRÉES

SMOKED CHIPOTLE PORK CARNITAS
Slow-smoked pulled pork shoulder, tomatoes, cilantro, chipotle peppers, onions

MOLCAJETE CARNE ASADA
Grilled Black angus marinated 12oz flat iron steak, Mexican grilling onions, Mexican rice, fire roasted Molcajete salsa, pinto beans and corn tortillas

SALSA SUPREMA
pico de gallo, chipotle cream, salsa verde, Molcajete salsa

DESSERT

TURTLE “BROOKIE”
P. Moon homemade chocolate chip cookie bar topped with mini fudge brownies & house pecan-praline caramel with vanilla cream

ADD A:

SMOKE & SPICE MARGARITA (32OZ = 3 COCKTAILS)
Rayu Mezcal, Dry Curacao, lime juice, jalapeno simple

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

GUACAMOLE … 9
Haas avocados, tomato, cilantro & jalapeño with tortilla chips

GREEN CHILE MAC & CHEESE ROYALE … 9
Our signature mac & cheese, poblano green chiles topped with Chihuahua & cheddar cheeses

ORDER NOW!

May
20
Tue
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
May 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

SAN ANTONIO FLAVOR FEST (Tex-Mex Feast)
May 20 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

SAN ANTONIO FLAVOR FEST (Tex-Mex Feast)

DINNER FOR TWO!

Our weekly dinner for two is available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery in Evanston, Wilmette, and surrounding areas.


ORDER NOW!

SALAD

BLACKENED SHRIMP ELOTES SALAD
10 Blackened Large Gulf shrimp, roasted corn, red onion & sweet bell pepper, Cotija cheese, aleppo pepper, lime aioli, crema & cilantro over mixed greens, radishes, red cabbage & green goddess dressing

ENTRÉES

SMOKED CHIPOTLE PORK CARNITAS
Slow-smoked pulled pork shoulder, tomatoes, cilantro, chipotle peppers, onions

MOLCAJETE CARNE ASADA
Grilled Black angus marinated 12oz flat iron steak, Mexican grilling onions, Mexican rice, fire roasted Molcajete salsa, pinto beans and corn tortillas

SALSA SUPREMA
pico de gallo, chipotle cream, salsa verde, Molcajete salsa

DESSERT

TURTLE “BROOKIE”
P. Moon homemade chocolate chip cookie bar topped with mini fudge brownies & house pecan-praline caramel with vanilla cream

ADD A:

SMOKE & SPICE MARGARITA (32OZ = 3 COCKTAILS)
Rayu Mezcal, Dry Curacao, lime juice, jalapeno simple

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

GUACAMOLE … 9
Haas avocados, tomato, cilantro & jalapeño with tortilla chips

GREEN CHILE MAC & CHEESE ROYALE … 9
Our signature mac & cheese, poblano green chiles topped with Chihuahua & cheddar cheeses

ORDER NOW!

May
21
Wed
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
May 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

SAN ANTONIO FLAVOR FEST (Tex-Mex Feast)
May 21 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

SAN ANTONIO FLAVOR FEST (Tex-Mex Feast)

DINNER FOR TWO!

Our weekly dinner for two is available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery in Evanston, Wilmette, and surrounding areas.


ORDER NOW!

SALAD

BLACKENED SHRIMP ELOTES SALAD
10 Blackened Large Gulf shrimp, roasted corn, red onion & sweet bell pepper, Cotija cheese, aleppo pepper, lime aioli, crema & cilantro over mixed greens, radishes, red cabbage & green goddess dressing

ENTRÉES

SMOKED CHIPOTLE PORK CARNITAS
Slow-smoked pulled pork shoulder, tomatoes, cilantro, chipotle peppers, onions

MOLCAJETE CARNE ASADA
Grilled Black angus marinated 12oz flat iron steak, Mexican grilling onions, Mexican rice, fire roasted Molcajete salsa, pinto beans and corn tortillas

SALSA SUPREMA
pico de gallo, chipotle cream, salsa verde, Molcajete salsa

DESSERT

TURTLE “BROOKIE”
P. Moon homemade chocolate chip cookie bar topped with mini fudge brownies & house pecan-praline caramel with vanilla cream

ADD A:

SMOKE & SPICE MARGARITA (32OZ = 3 COCKTAILS)
Rayu Mezcal, Dry Curacao, lime juice, jalapeno simple

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

GUACAMOLE … 9
Haas avocados, tomato, cilantro & jalapeño with tortilla chips

GREEN CHILE MAC & CHEESE ROYALE … 9
Our signature mac & cheese, poblano green chiles topped with Chihuahua & cheddar cheeses

ORDER NOW!

May
22
Thu
HAPPY HOUR EVANSTON
May 22 @ 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
May 22 @ 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