Chicagoland Restaurant Week 2026: Your Local Guide to Dining Across the City and Suburbs

Chicago and the surrounding suburbs come alive each winter with Restaurant Week celebrations that give you the perfect excuse to try new spots, revisit favorites, and experience the local food scene at its best. From downtown Chicago to charming suburban communities, these events highlight what makes each area unique.

Today is January 23rd, so a bunch of these are happening right now! Here's your complete guide to every Restaurant Week across Chicagoland in 2026, starting with Chicago and then listed in date order.

Chicago
January 23 – February 8, 2026
Chicago Restaurant Week is the largest in the region, featuring over 500 restaurants participating from the heart of downtown Chicago to suburbs as far as Oak Brook, Orland Park, and communities up north. With special prix fixe menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner, it's the perfect way to explore new neighborhoods and cuisines while enjoying incredible value.
https://www.choosechicago.com/chicago-restaurant-week/

Wheaton
January 15 – January 25, 2026
Downtown Wheaton invites you to explore its local dining scene with special menus and promotions that make it easy to try something new or support your favorite neighborhood spot.
https://www.visitdowntownwheaton.org/eventslist/restaurant-week

Geneva
January 17 – January 25, 2026
Geneva Restaurant Week is known for its fun "dine on the 9s" theme and creative prix fixe menus from some of the best restaurants along the Fox River.
https://genevachamber.com/events/restaurant-week

Aurora
January 20 – February 3, 2026
Aurora Restaurant Week showcases the city's diverse culinary flavors with special menus and promotions from restaurants throughout the area.
https://yourvoice.aurora.il.us/aurora-restaurant-week

Palos Area
January 22 – January 29, 2026
The Palos area celebrates its growing food scene with exclusive restaurant specials and prix fixe menus across Palos Heights, Palos Park, and surrounding communities.
https://www.paloschamber.org/events

Naperville
January 23 – February 8, 2026
Naperville Restaurant Week is a local favorite, bringing together downtown and neighborhood restaurants with limited-time menus and dining specials.
https://dinenaperville.com/naperville-restaurant-week

St. Charles
February 2 – February 6, 2026
St. Charles restaurants participate with exclusive discounts and special offers, making it a great time to explore this charming river town's dining scene.
https://www.stcalliance.org/restaurantweek

Elmhurst City Centre
February 20 – March 1, 2026
Elmhurst City Centre Restaurant Week highlights the heart of downtown with exclusive menu items and limited-time dining experiences.
https://elmhurstcitycentre.com/events/restaurant-week-2026

Westmont
February 21 – March 1, 2026
Westmont Restaurant Week brings local restaurants together for a week of specials and promotions that make dining out even more fun.
https://westmont.illinois.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/2286

Chicago Northwest Suburbs
February 27 – March 8, 2026
This regional restaurant week features communities across the northwest suburbs, offering a wide variety of cuisines and dining experiences.
https://www.chicagonorthwest.com/events/annual-events-festivals/restaurant-week/

Woodridge
March 22 – March 28, 2026
Woodridge Restaurant Week closes out the season with special menus, promotions, and a community-focused celebration of local dining.
https://www.woodridgeil.gov/my_community/participating_restaurants___special_promotions.php

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