Private Party at Hopsmith with Happy Hour Deals & 2 FREE Sharables!

I have organized another private party for our group! Big Onion Hospitality, the owners of Fatpour, Hopsmith, and Woodies Flat, reached out to me again about hosting another private event for us. It will take place on a weeknight, featuring happy hour deals until 6:30 PM, and our group will receive two complimentary appetizers! Plus, we can have separate checks! We had such a good time at Fatpour in Wicker Park on 4/3, that we are doing it again but at a different establishment! This seems like a great deal, and I couldn't pass it up!

PRIVATE EVENT & EXCLUSIVE SECTION FOR OUR GROUP! We will have our own area with our own server. Happy Hour is from 4:30-6:30 pm but we will arrive at 5:30 pm. To get happy hour deals, order those items before 6:30 pm. Plus 2 FREE APPS will be provided for the WHOLE group! I do ask that everyone order something above the free stuff, with either food or drink or both. Please try to spend a minimum of $15 per person. We are getting a lot and need to show some appreciation, so we get invited back!

If you are joining us for dinner/drinks after work, WE WILL GET SEPARATE CHECKS HERE SO YOU CAN PAY WITH CASH OR CREDIT! I kindly ask that everyone take what you ordered (the total dollar amount) & add 32% to that amount, which includes 12% for Chicago taxes and 20% for tip. Make sure to TIP the staff well, as they will be taking care of us that evening!

There is a credit card surcharge, so you may want to pay the final bill in cash, but bring a credit card as they need it to run a separate tab for everyone!

OUR TWO FREE APPS FOR THE WHOLE GROUP WILL BE:

1. Thick Cut Mozzarella Sticks coated with panko and parmesan breading; traditional marinara
2. Margherita Flatbread with Roma tomato, basil pesto, mozzarella, parmesan, balsamic glaze

If you cannot come at 5:30 pm and wish to join later, please do, but try to arrive by 6:30 pm as we only have the section until 7:30

Hopsmith Chicago is a high-energy restaurant and bar in the heart of the Gold Coast. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week, plus a crowd-pleasing brunch on the weekends. At Hopsmith, you’ll find tasty American fare, 30 rotating taps from our iconic 1965 Volkswagen bus, and a lively ambiance keeping the party going till late. The 2-story tavern features fully opening street-level windows, a 2nd-floor retractable roof, and plenty of TVs — perfect for catching a game, hosting a private dinner, or just because it’s Friday!

Proudly part of Big Onion Hospitality, Hopsmith Tavern is located in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast. Boasting over 30 draft beer taps, the restaurant features a thoughtfully curated selection of beers to accompany a variety of dishes to satisfy any palate. Guests may enjoy open-air seating overlooking Division and a retractable roof on the second floor. Hopsmith is the place to grab an after work drink, watch the game, or celebrate into the late night.

Happy Hour at Hopsmith May 9 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

You’ve had a long day. You deserve a happy hour (or two) once you’re done dealing with… everything. They’ll be here for you either way.

Happy Hour DEALS
$5 You call it Call Drinks (well drinks)
$15 Pitchers of Michelob Ultra, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra
$18 Margarita Flights
$20 Appetizer Tower

They also have a daily deal of the day that is separate from the Happy Hour specials

https://hopsmithchicago.com/
HAPPY HOUR: https://hopsmithchicago.com/event/happy-hour-in-gold-coast-at-hopsmith/2025-05-09/
FOOD MENU: https://hopsmithchicago.com/menu/
DRINK MENU: https://hopsmithchicago.com/menu/drinks/

This is a joint event with several other meetup groups, so it is multi-group event!

If you are taking public transportation, please check Google Maps for directions or use CTA trip planner. https://www.transitchicago.com/planatrip/

If you drive, there is metered street parking on State plus the surrounding streets. Watch for no parking and permit-only signs. Best to use SpotHero or ParkWhiz for the cheapest options as parking can be tought in this area! There are several garages in the area.

PLEASE NOTE OUR CURRENT NO-SHOW POLICY:

1. 3 no-shows without updating your rsvp and you will not be able to sign up for future events for 3 months
2. cut-off time to update your rsvp is the start time of the event. If you miss the start time, then message the event host directly
3. not checking in with the event host to notify them you have arrived (for walks, tours or festival-type of events)
4. continual no-shows will result in removal from the group!