Free ramen for National Noodle Day, puppies and beer, a new Mexican-American spot and more things to do in Chicago on Thursday, Oct. 6.
EAT
National Noodle Day (free!)
1482 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-270-4150
The Wicker Park restaurant celebrates by doling out free bowls of their signature Tokyo shoyu ramen (regularly $9) to the first 100 diners. 5 p.m.
Now Open
3358 N. Southport Ave. 773-327-8226
The Lakeview spot from the owners of Crosby’s Kitchen and The Windsor serves Mexican-American fare such as crab tostadas ($12) and chili-braised short rib tacos ($16) paired with cocktails inspired by the Western “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.” 11 a.m.-midnight
Veggie Month Menu
63 W. Ontario St. 312-943-2252
Available through Nov. 13, the restaurant’s meatless menu includes a grilled ratatouille wrap ($11.95), cauliflower burger ($14.95) and the Very Veggie ‘Tini made with muddled cucumber, red onions and mint, lime juice, Greek yogurt and vodka ($9). 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
DRINK
Great Hands Tap Takeover
3740 N. Clark St. 773-549-2050
Play with adoptable puppies for a small donation and sip brews poured by guest bartenders from 4 Hands Brewing Co. and Great Lakes Brewing Co., who donate all of their tips to One Tail at a Time. Local acoustic musicians perform, and Taco in a Bag serves food. 7 p.m. No cover.
DO
‘A Life Extra Ordinary’
4802 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-283-7071
See the world premiere of Melissa Ross’ dramatic mystery about an expectant mother who vanishes from her small Ohio town on Christmas Eve. 7:30 p.m. $35. Tickets: thegifttheatre.org
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Mac’s Wood Grilled (1801 W. Division St. 773-782-4400) offers $2 off all draft beers from 4-7 p.m.
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