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Guinness On The Lake

Thu, March 5, 2026 (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)

Theater on the Lake
2401 North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60614
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Enjoy an evening of iconic Irish beers, bold flavors, and perfectly paired bites from The Lakefront Restaurant.

Raise a pint and join us for an unforgettable Guinness pairing experience celebrating the flavor, history, and culture behind one of the world’s most iconic brands.

Enjoy an evening of exceptional food and drink as a Guinness Brewery Ambassador guides you through the storied legacy, craftsmanship, and global influence of Guinness. Each pairing is thoughtfully curated with chef-driven dishes from The Lakefront Restaurant, creating a bold and memorable tasting journey.

As a special keepsake, every guest will receive a complimentary, personally engraved Guinness pint glass to take home.

Curated Pairing Menu

Welcome Appetizer
Soft Pretzel Bites & Harp Beer Cheese

Guinness Draught
Paired with Few Bourbon French Onion Soup
Caramelized onion, honey oat porridge bread, gruyere cheese vg

Harp Lager
Paired with The Lakefront Restaurant’s famous Fish & Chips
Tarragon tartar sauce

Smithwick’s
Paired with Wagyu Guinness Burger
Grilled onions, gruyere cheese, dijon mustargrd & garlic aioli

Guinness Non-Alcoholic Draught
Paired with Flourless Chocolate Cake
Pistachio Chocolate Ganache vg/gf

Your ticket includes full Guinness pints and 5-oz tasting samples of each featured brand, perfectly matched to every course.

Getting Here
Easy Uber and taxi drop-off available at our circle drive at Fullerton & Lake Shore Drive.
Limited valet parking will also be available.

Come thirsty, come curious, and come ready to celebrate Guinness like never before. Sláinte!


Tags

  • Theater on the Lake
  • Things to do in Chicago, IL
  • Illinois Wine & Food Events
  • Chicago Wine & Food Events

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