Petterino’s Celebrates 25th Anniversary with 2001 Menu Pricing & All-Day Birthday Bash

On Monday, May 18th, Petterino's is hosting an all-day celebration to mark its 25th anniversary. In a nod to its opening year, Petterino’s is turning back the clock to 2001. Guests can enjoy a $25 prix fixe menu and a menu from 2001 (with 2001 pricing!) all day long. The celebration spans the entire venue, featuring everything from a live recording of the Booth 46 podcast to a roaming "Champagne Girl" and a high-stakes caricature contest.

The "Run of Show" Highlights:

• Vintage Value: Doors open at 11:00 AM with 2001 menu pricing available all day.
• Booth 46 Live (4:30 – 5:30 PM): A special live recording of the podcast, capturing stories from Chicago legends.
• The Caricature Challenge (4:00 – 7:00 PM): Petterino’s is famous for the caricatures lining its walls. Guests can compete to name 25 famous faces for a chance to win a raffle prize.
• Entertainment: The day transitions from 2000s-themed DJ sets to live Chicago Jazz (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM), followed by a celebratory Champagne Toast at 6:00 PM.
• Evening Perks: Complimentary caricatures for guests from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and a DJ set on the patio to close out the night.