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The trains are running, the decorations are up, and Christmas has officially landed on Division Street. For 65 years, the holidays at Butch's have been a tradition for Chicago families, and every year more of you come out to celebrate with us. We love it. It also means mid-November through New Year's is our busiest stretch of the year, so here's what to know before you come in.
Lots of families are waiting for a table this time of year. To make sure everyone gets a seat this season:
And here's the best part: you don't have to leave! Grab a drink at the bar and keep the party going while another family enjoys their meal. You'll see these same notes on the table tents, with Santa Butch keeping an eye on things.
Evenings fill up fast. Arrive at opening for the best shot at a table, and if you're bringing a big group, the earlier in the season, the better. We don't take reservations or book private parties in December, so it's first come, first served for everyone.
We're open 365 days a year, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day included. Kids are always welcome earlier in the day. As the afternoon goes on, things shift: by late afternoon we're on a limited menu with most tables gone, and after 8pm it's 21 and up.
Starting Saturday, December 5, weekend brunch opens at 9am instead of 10am, every Saturday and Sunday in December. During brunch we serve a brunch-only menu, and the holiday brunch menu will be on our Menu page starting November 16.
Our daily food and drink specials are on holiday break after Sunday, November 15, and comedy and trivia are taking the holidays off too. Drink specials return Monday, January 4, food specials in mid-January, and trivia the week of January 11. Comedy goes monthly in 2027, and Singles Night keeps going on the 2nd Thursday.
This year at the bar, we're pouring Christmas In Your Mouth® over ice: our original chocolate and peppermint winter wonderland, $15. Want to take some home? Bottles are $35 for 375 ml and $65 for 750 ml, in-store pickup only, 21+ with valid ID. They make a great gift.
Our double-decker trains have been circling the bar for decades, and most have been running for 30+ years. Every advertiser on them donates to Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, and all proceeds go straight to Mercy Home. We've partnered with Mercy Home since 2007, and between the trains, our Christmas ornaments, our December toiletries drive, and our annual fundraising party, we raise well over $20,000 a year for Chicago teens.
Everything you need to plan your visit, plus photos and video from the season, is on our Christmas at Butch's page. Thanks for helping us share the cheer, and Merry Christmas from all of us, for 65 years and counting.
