Frontier, West Town’s hottest spot for game, oysters and contemporary American cuisine, announces its lineup of “Odd Bit Monday” specials for the month of May. Pioneer Tavern Group Corporate Chef Brian Jupiter is no stranger when it comes to blending unique proteins, such as hearts, bone marrow and other miscellaneous offal, with fresh, seasonal ingredients. He is doing exactly that with “Odd Bit Monday,” a rotating weekly special which features unique animal parts. See complete list of May specials below. Prices will vary depending on market. Full dinner menu available every Monday.
The bar and eatery invites industry people and students alike to enjoy Jupiter’s “Odd Bit” selections as well as $3 Select Whiskeys and Bourbons, $4 Select Domestic Drafts and Half-off 22-ounce Craft Beer Bottles to share.
ODD BIT MONDAY MENU:
Monday, May 7:
Veal Heart Ravioli
Veal Heart, Sweet Potato, Sage Brown Butter, Swiss Chard
Monday, May 14:
Buffalo Fried Pig Tongues
Southern Fried Pig Tongues, Watercress Salad, House Ranch, Spicy Buffalo Sauce
Monday, May 21:
Jerked Oxtail
Rice and Beans, Stewed Cabbage
Monday, May 28:
Bison Marrow
Bourbon Onion Jam, Crostini
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60642
Tel: 773.772.4322
www.thefrontierchicago.com
@FrontierChicago
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday: 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Saturday: 10:00 AM to 3:00 AM
Sunday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM
Valet parking available
About Frontier
Located in West Town, Chicago, Frontier is a multi-level, neighborhood tavern with a private party space and beer garden is winterized and accessible for the colder months. Featuring wine pairings, specialty cocktails and taps with 16 seasonal and traditional beers including American-craft microbrews, complementary to Frontier’s savory menu items. The bar is one of the few in Chicago to employ almost all state-of-the-art ice taps, which keep the beer colder and fresher while creating a cleaner pour. Executive Chef Brian Jupiter has created mouthwatering dishes celebrating American contemporary cuisine, blending game and other seasonal ingredients into classic and approachable fare.
About Pioneer Tavern Group
Pioneer Tavern Group has been at the forefront of the Chicago hospitality, bar and nightlife scene since acquiring Lottie’s Pub in 2002. The Pioneer team has successfully developed three seemingly reserved locations into destination establishments, each recognized for its unique concept. Lottie’s Pub in Bucktown, one of Chicago’s most celebrated landmark pubs since 1934, features a wide selection of beer and liquor as well as a menu stacked with bar favorites. The Pony, in Lakeview, is a spacious, ultra sports bar featuring personalized TVs, rich leather and wood working with a southwestern-inspired menu. West Town’s newest addition, Frontier, rounds out the group with a game-focused menu, state-of-the-art ice taps, two levels and a spacious beer garden. All venues are ideal for grabbing drinks and dinner with friends, viewing sports games or hosting a private event.
Frontier will close early on Christmas Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day but will offer guests the option to order Smoked Meats To-
Go. The smoked meats will be available for pick up on December 24 and 25 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Options include Turkey, Bone-in Ham, Goose, Cornish Game Hen and Pheasant. Available sides for a la carte pricing include Five-Cheese Mac, Cornbread Stuffing, Sweet Potato Puree and more.
WHEN: Saturday, December 24 and Sunday, December 25
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
RESERVE: 773.772.4322
PRICING:
Turkey, $4.50/lb
(20 lbs and up, 15 to 20 lbs, under 15 lbs)
Bone-in Ham, $6.50/lb
(Same increments as turkey)
Goose, $10.50/lb
(10 to 12 lbs)
Cornish Game Hen, $9.00/lb
(10 to 12 lbs)
Pheasant, $11.00/lb
(Average 2 lb birds)
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60642
Tel: 773.772.4322
www.thefrontierchicago.com
Guests who visit Frontier this holiday season can enjoy the festive Twelve Beers of Christmas featuring seasonal holiday beers available
December 1 through 31. The complete list of beers is available below. Additionally, guests can indulge in Frontier’s new winter food menu. Created by Pioneer Tavern Group Corporate Chef Brian Jupiter, the unique menu features signature snacks, harvested items, fish, game, sides and sweets. Full menu available upon request.
THE TWELVE BEERS OF CHRISTMAS:
1) Bell’s Christmas Ale, Michigan 5.4%
$6 pint
2) Rogue Ale’s Santa’s Private Reserve Ale, Oregon 6.0%
$6 bottle
3) Smuttynose Winter Ale, New Hampshire 5.1%
$6 pint
4) Goose Island Christmas Ale, Illinois 5.6%
$6 pint
5) Left Hand Fade to Black, Colorado 8.5%
$6 bottle
6) Delirium Noel, Belgium 10.0%
$8 12 oz
7) Breckenridge Christmas Ale, Colorado 7.4%
$6 pint
8) Great Lakes Christmas Ale, Ohio 7.5%
$6 pint
9) St. Bernardus Christmas Ale, Belgium 10.0%
$10 12 oz
10) New Holland Cabin Fever Brown Ale, Michigan 6.25%
$5 pint
11) Bell’s Winter White Ale, Michigan 5.0%
$6 pint
12) Weihenstephaner Festbier, Germany 5.8%
$5 pint
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60642
Tel: 773.772.4322
www.thefrontierchicago.com
Frontier announces a new winter food menu available to guests beginning Monday, November 14. Created by Pioneer Tavern Group
Corporate Chef Brian Jupiter, the unique menu features signature snacks, harvested items, fish, game, sides and sweets. See below for a sample of new items.
In honor of hunting season, Frontier will begin a new Wednesday “Hunter’s Special” on November 16. All guests will enjoy 15% off the “hunted” section of the menu and $4 select craft beer cans including Big Sky Brewing Company’s Moose Drool and Trout Slayer. Additionally, patrons who bring in their hunting license will receive a complimentary order of house-smoked jerky.
SAMPLE OF MENU:
Snacks:
Peppadew Peppers $5
Manchego, Dates, House Bacon
Cheese Fritters $5
Gruyere, Chives, Lamb Brain, Lemon and Veal Reduction
Harvested
Butternut Squash Soup $6
Smoked Apple and Leek Chutney, Red Curry, Corn Cake
Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart $7
Roasted Tomato, Drunken Goat Cheese, Shallots, Puff Pastry, Balsamic
Fished
Barbequed Gulf Shrimp $13
Abita Amber, Butter, Thyme, Garlic, Lemon, Worcestershire, Warm French Bread
Oysters Club $13
Fried Oysters, House Bacon, Remoulade, Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle
Crab Crusted Striped Bass $17
Sunchoke Puree, Braised Collards with Smoked Pork Belly, Crispy Hearts of Palm
Redfish “On The Half Shell” $20
Copper Shoals Farmed Redfish, Shrimp and Corn Grits, Tomato Confit, Tarragon Butter
Hunted
Venison Chili $8
Slow Cooked Venison, Black Beans, Cilantro Sour Cream, Cotija
Goat Pastrami French Dip $12
Smoked Goat Leg Pastrami, Swiss Cheese, Goat & Mushroom Jus, Baguette, Rosemary Fries
Elk Shepherd’s Pie $12
Braised Elk, Carrots, Lima Beans, Whipped Yukon Potato, Gruyere
Miller’s Amish Roasted Chicken $16
5-Cheese Mac, Watercress Salad, Bourbon Sauce
Rabbit & Dumplings $18
Braised Rabbit, Sweet Potato Dumplings, Brussel Petals, Rabbit Gravy
Hunter’s Cassoulet $20
Antelope, Mutton, Duck, Great Northern White Beans, Smoked Boar Boudin, Baguette
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60642
Tel: 773.772.4322
www.thefrontierchicago.com
Frontier invites Chicagoans to enjoy $100 off all Whole Smoked Pigs Monday through Wednesday. Included in the
price of the pig (originally $500) guests will receive a first course featuring Caesar Salad with Romaine, Herb Polenta Croutons, Cracked Black Pepper and Asiago Dressing, and sides including Five-Cheese Mac, Johnny Cakes and Succotash. A five-day pre-order is required, and parties of 12 or more may be subject to additional charges.
WHEN: Every Monday through Wednesday
COST: $400
RESERVE: Contact Charlie at charlie@pioneertaverngroup.com or 312.453.9397
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60642
Tel: 773.772.4322
www.thefrontierchicago.com
Frontier invites guests to celebrate Chicago’s rich history of decadence and elegant debauchery and enjoy a secret Speakeasy event every
other Wednesday continuing with the third installment on Wednesday, November 2. Executive Chef Brian Jupiter will offer a select menu for the event, and a specialty $5 cocktail menu has been created featuring Templeton Rye, Carpano Antica and Reyka Vodka (the full cocktail list is available below). The Speakeasy events are hosted by Saam (Hey Champ) and Adam Sevin, and will feature live performances with Jonathan Marks of Hey Champ. Additionally, guests will be entered to win a $50 bar tab for every specialty speakeasy cocktail they purchase.
WHEN: Every other Wednesday beginning Wednesday, November 2
Doors open at 8:00 PM
COST: NO COVER
RESERVE: speakeasychi@gmail.com - gets you a password to get in through the “secret” door
SPEAKEASY COCKTAIL LIST:
All cocktails are $5 Each
FLIM FLAM’S TUMBLEWEED
Templeton Rye Whiskey, Fresh Lemon Juice, and Barritt’s Bermuda Ginger Beer with a float of Angostura Bitters
CHERRY SMASH
Templeton Rye Whiskey, Cherry Heering Liqueur with Simple Syrup, and Lemon Juice
CLASSIC MANHATTAN
Templeton Rye Whiskey, Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth with Bitters, and Brandied Cherries
MOSCOW MULE
Reyka Vodka with Lime Juice and Ginger Beer
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60642
Tel: 773.772.4322
www.thefrontierchicago.com
Pioneer Tavern Group invites guests to celebrate hockey season at The Pony, Lottie’s Pub and Frontier while enjoying Blackhawks
gameday and ticket stub specials including $15 Captain Morgan and Ketel One Oranje/Citroen pitchers, $5 Jack Daniels Honey Shots, $5 Jager shots and more. Guests will also be entered to win jerseys, tickets, bobble-heads, Blackhawks gear and more.
BLACKHAWKS SPECIALS AT THE PONY AND LOTTIE’S PUB:
· $15 Captain Morgan and Ketel One Oranje/Citroen pitchers
· $5 Jack Daniels Honey Shots
· $5 Jager shots
· Fans who visit The Pony before or after the game and show their ticket stub will receive one complimentary Captain Morgan or Ketel One Flavor cocktail and 20% off all food.
· The games will be broadcast on overhead plasma TVs and at tables at The Pony that feature individual flat-screen TVs for viewing.
BLACKHAWKS SPECIALS AT FRONTIER:
· Fans who visit Frontier before or after the game and show their ticket stub will receive one complimentary Ketel One Flavor cocktail and 15% off all food.
· Patrons can watch the game downstairs or in the upstairs lounge on eleven 42-inch HD TVs and two 6-foot projectors.
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60642
Tel: 773.772.4322
www.thefrontierchicago.com
LOTTIE’S PUB
1925 W Cortland
Chicago IL 60622
Tel: 773.489.0738
www.lottiespub.com
THE PONY
1638 W Belmont
Chicago, IL 60657
Tel: 773.828.5055
www.theponychicago.com
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee | Chicago, IL 60642 | 773.772.4322 | www.thefrontierchicago.com
Oktoberfest Celebration at Frontier
Saturday, October 1
Guests can enjoy Oktoberfest specials all day at Frontier on Saturday, October 1. Food specials will include Pretzels (Ground Mustard, Cheddar Cheese Spread: $5), Wild Boar Bratwurst (Homemade Bratwurst, Caramelized Onion, Spicy Mustard, Crispy Carrots; $9) and Frontier Schnitzel (Buffalo, Whipped Potato, Porcini Mushroom Demi, Asparagus; $16).
HOURS: Monday through Friday 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM | Saturday 10:00 AM to 3:00 AM | Sunday 10:00 AM to 2:00 AM
LOTTIE’S PUB
1925 W Cortland | Chicago, IL 60622 | 773.489.0738 | www.lottiespub.com
Oktoberfest Specials at Lottie’s
Saturday, September 17 – Sunday, October 2
$4 – $6
Chicagoans can enjoy a taste of Oktoberfest at Lottie’s this fall with Oktoberfest Beer Flights for $6 each. The flights include 8oz samples of Spaten Oktoberfest, Leinenkugel’s Oktoberfest and Sam Adams Oktoberfest Drafts. Lottie’s will offer featured food specials including a Soft Pretzel for $4 served with Dijon Mustard and Pickles.
HOURS: Sunday – Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM | Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM
RIVA CRAB HOUSE on Navy Pier
700 E. Grand Ave. | Chicago, IL 60611 | 312.644.7482 | www.rivanavypier.com
Oktoberfest Harvest Menu at RIVA
Friday, September 23 through Monday, October 10
$8 – $46
Chicagoans are invited to celebrate Oktoberfest with an array of seasonal specials at RIVA Crab House on Navy Pier for both lunch and dinner this fall. Menu items include Pumpkin Seed Crusted Whitefish, Spice Crusted Carved Strip Loin, Peach Strudel and more. Additionally, guests can enjoy a prime fireworks viewing spot at RIVA for fall fireworks every Saturday beginning at 9:00 PM (September 10 – October 29). The complete Oktoberfest menu is available below.
LUNCH
Blue Hill Bay Mussels, $10
Steamed in hacker-pschorr wheat beer, fine herbs, and butter
Heirloom Apple Salad, $8
Fennel, radishes, pecans, apple cider vinaigrette
Pumpkin Seed Crusted Whitefish, $19
Swiss chard, smoke bacon, butternut squash essence
Peach Strudel, $7
Local peaches, caramel sauce, vanilla gelato
Three Course Price Fixe, $32
Choose Mussels OR Salad, Whitefish, and Strudel
DINNER
Blue Hill Bay Mussels, $12
Steamed in hacker-pschorr wheat beer, fine herbs, and butter
Heirloom Apple Salad, $8
Fennel, radishes, pecans, apple cider vinaigrette
Spice Crusted Carved Strip Loin, $32
Fingerling potatoes, grilled asparagus, Ale-demi reduction
Peach Strudel, $8
Local peaches, caramel sauce, vanilla gelato
Three Course Price Fixe, $46
Choose Mussels OR Salad, N.Y. Strip, and Strudel
HOURS: Riva Crab House Main Dining Lunch: Sunday- Saturday, 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM | Dinner: Sunday – Saturday, 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM; (lunch menu available from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM in the bar only) Riva Cafe: Sunday- Saturday, 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
THE LANDSHARK BEER GARDEN at Navy Pier
Navy Pier | 700 E. Grand | Chicago, IL 60611 | 312.595.5446 | www.chicagosbestbeergarden.com
Oktoberfest Specials at The LandShark Beer Garden
Friday, September 23 through Monday, October 10
$3 – $6
Residents and visitors alike, can enjoy Oktoberfest specials at the The LandShark Beer Garden this fall as they feature seasonal beers including O’Fallon Pumpkin, HofBrau Oktoberfest and Dark Dunkel, Warsteiner, Becks, Cane and Abel Red Rye for $5 and $6 each. Menu item highlights include Bavarian Style Soft Pretzels, Brats soaked in LandShark Lager Beer, Cinnamon Caramel Apple Pizza and more. Additionally, located at the East End of Navy Pier, the beer garden is a prime fireworks viewing spot for fall fireworks every Saturday beginning at 9:00 PM (September 10 – October 29).
MENU SPECIALS
Bavarian Style Soft Pretzel, $3
Served with Cheese Dip and a Spicy Brown Mustard
Johnsonville Bratwurst, $6
Ginormous Brat soaked in Landshark Lager Beer and Butter, topped with Sautéed Onions, served with Chips
Chicago Style Vienna Hot Dog, $4
Topped with Onions, Tomato, Pickle, Sport Peppers and Celery Salt on a Steamed Poppy Bun
Cinnamon Caramel Apple Pizza $4
Our authentic home-made pizza crust topped with apples, cinnamon, and drizzled with caramel sauce
HOURS: Sunday- Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Friday and Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM | Holidays: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
NFL fans can enjoy all of the football action this fall at Frontier in West Town with an array of Sunday game day specials including a $15
Frontier buffet from 12PM to 3PM downstairs only and stationed in the open air kitchen. The buffet will feature fried chicken, salads and sides that rotate on a weekly basis. Featured drink specials will include $20 Craft sampler buckets, $15 Miller Lite and Coors Light buckets, $5 Bloody Marys, $5 Mimosas and $20 Colada and Hurricane pitchers. Patrons can watch the game downstairs or in the upstairs lounge on eleven 42-inch HD TVS and two 6-foot projectors.
FRONTIER SUNDAY NFL SPECIALS:
$15 Frontier Buffet from 12 PM – 3 PM
$20 Craft Sampler Bucket (5 Cans)
$15 Miller/Coors Buckets (5 Cans)
$5 Bloody Marys
$5 Mimosas
$20 Colada and Hurricane pitchers
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60642
Tel: 773.772.4322
www.thefrontierchicago.com
To conclude Frontier’s celebration of National Oyster Day, the restaurant will host a shucking contest on Sunday, August 14 featuring chefs from GT Fish & Oyster (Matt Waterman), Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House (Chef Jose Sosa), Publican (Jeremy McDevitt), RIVA Crab
House (Chef Joe Roireau), Tavern on Rush (Chef John Gatsos), Owen & Engine and The Bedford in addition to Frontier’s own Executive Chef Brian Jupiter.
The oyster shucking contest will begin at 3:00 PM and include three rounds of head-to-head shucking between the chefs, with winners proceeding to next round. Chef contestants will be given 27 oysters and must present 24 at each round with the oyster being presented on the half shell, on ice. The shucking will be judged on the following criteria: speed, appearance, well opened, without flaws, totally severed from shell, mussel intact – not torn, cut, sliced, wounded and without blood, orderly and neat appearance. The winning chef will be awarded a $500 cash prize. Oyster Week specials will be available throughout the contest and Chicago Beverage will sponsor a free Abita beer tasting.
Guest judges for the event include: Audarshia Townsend (312 Dining Diva), Erica Bethe Levin (Cheeky Chicago), Kiki Luthringshausen (Beauty and Her Feast), and Matt Lynch (Thrillist.com).
A $10 suggested donation at the door will benefit the Greater New Orleans Foundation ( http://www.gnof.org/). The charity raises funds and awareness for the Gulf Oil Spill and was personally selected by Executive Chef Brian Jupiter because of his New Orleans heritage.
WHEN: Shucking Contest: Sunday, August 14
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (shucking starts at 3:00 PM)
COST: $10 suggested donation to benefit Greater New Orleans Foundation
FRONTIER
1072 North Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60642
Tel: 773.772.4322
www.thefrontierchicago.com
