First Fridays

Schedule

Fri Oct 03 2025 at 03:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Eataly Chicago | Chicago, IL

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On the first Friday of every month in 2025, join us anytime between 3-7pm and embark on a culinary journey through our marketplace.
About this Event

First Fridays is here, amici! On the first Friday of every month in 2025, join us anytime between 3-7pm and embark on a culinary journey through our marketplace. For just $25, you’ll receive a punch card to redeem at five of our counters – just follow the map to find your next tasting, hand your card to our experts, and get your curated tasting of some of our experts’ favorite bites.

Don’t worry – our offer will change seasonally so there’s always something new to try. It’s the perfect way to end a long work week and start your weekend with delicious food – join us as we turn Friday afternoons into delicious journeys at Eataly Chicago!

Your $25 ticket includes one punch card to redeem five tastings at our counters, featuring curated bites like:

  • Housemade fresh pasta
  • Roman-style pizza alla pala
  • Curated drink from Caffe Lavazza
  • Housemade pasticcini
  • Artisanal salumi & formaggi
  • Entertainment such as guided olive oil tastings and live music (varies by week)
  • One free dessert at either La Pizza & La Pasta or Vino &... (with the purchase of a meal)

NOTE:

  • Check-in at the Guest Relations Desk on the first floor
  • Each tasting on the punch card can only be redeemed once. Once your card is punched, it cannot be redeemed again
  • Beverages are not included. Please visit our Wine Cart or Caffe Lavazza to purchase wine or wine-based spritzes
  • Walk-ins available at the Guest Relations Booth
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Where is it happening?

Eataly Chicago, 43 East Ohio Street, Chicago, United States

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Tickets

USD 28.00

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Host or Publisher Eataly Chicago

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