Norman's Bistro

06/11/2026

06/07/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING! JOIN THE NORMAN’S BISTRO TEAM! 🚨

Do you love great food, great people, and creating memorable experiences? Norman’s Bistro is looking for energetic, dependable, and passionate individuals to join our team!

✨ Now Hiring:
🍽️ Servers
👨🏾‍🍳 Cooks
🧼 Dishwashers

At Norman’s Bistro, we’re more than a restaurant—we’re family. If you’re ready to work in a fun, fast-paced environment with an amazing team, we’d love to hear from you!

⚠️ PLEASE NOTE:
❌ No phone calls
❌ No walk-ins
✅ All applicants MUST apply online using the QR code or link on the flyer.

📍 Norman’s Bistro
🔗 Apply Here: https://form.jotform.com/241218609805154

Come for the food. Stay for the family. ❤️

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06/06/2026

FATHER’S DAY AT NORMAN’S BISTRO

Dad deserves more than a tie this year… treat him to a delicious Father’s Day Lunch at Norman’s Bistro!

Join us on Sunday, June 21, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM as we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, mentors, and father figures who make a difference every day.

🍽️ No Buffet – Just a Special Menu Created Especially for Dad!
🥩 Great Food
👨‍👧‍👦 Great Company
❤️ Great Memories

Whether you’re celebrating Dad, Grandpa, Uncle or that special father figure in your life, Norman’s Bistro is the perfect place to gather, laugh and enjoy an unforgettable meal together.

📍 Norman’s Bistro
1001 E. 43rd Street
Chicago, IL

Bring the family and make this Father’s Day one to remember!

06/01/2026

An extraordinary man, Spencer Leak Jr.

Spencer’s unwavering dedication to our community, his commitment to helping others and his genuine care for people left a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him. He was a leader, a mentor, a trusted friend and a tireless supporter of countless causes and organizations throughout our city.

Whether through his service, guidance, generosity or simply showing up when others needed him most, Spencer made a difference. His support of Norman’s Bistro, Norman’s Bistro on the Lake, Room 43, Haven Entertainment Center, and so many community initiatives never went unnoticed. He believed in people, invested in relationships and always found ways to uplift those around him.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Spencer was a devoted friend whose kindness, wisdom and encouragement touched countless lives. His presence brought comfort, his leadership inspired confidence and his friendship was a gift.

While we mourn his sudden passing, we also celebrate a life well lived and a legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come.

Thank you, Spencer, for your service, your friendship and your unwavering commitment to our community. Your impact will never be forgotten.

You will be deeply missed, but your legacy will live on forever.

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers remain with Spencer’s wife, family, friends, colleagues and all whose lives were touched by his remarkable spirit.

05/16/2026

05/12/2026

🍸LADIESSSS… it’s time to sip in style! 🍸

Join us for Mumu’s & Martini’s at Norman’s Bistro — an upscale day party filled with beautiful vibes, music, cocktails, and culture 💃🏾

Throw on your favorite colorful mumu, grab your girls, and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of laughter, great energy, and martinis 🍸🔥

🎶 Great Music & Energy
🍸 Martinis
💃🏾 A Beautiful Ladies Day Experience

📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
⏰ Noon – 4PM
📍 Norman’s Bistro
1001 East 43rd Street, Chicago
📞 773-966-5821

✨ Reservations Recommended ✨

Tag your crew and let them know where the vibe is at 👇🏾

05/07/2026

✨ Step into an unforgettable evening of music, elegance, and entertainment at Chicago Cabaret at Haven Entertainment Center!

Join us on Saturday, May 16th for a spectacular night featuring special guest Ava Logan live in Chicago. Get ready for an intimate cabaret experience filled with soulful vocals, classic vibes, and an amazing atmosphere on 43rd Street. 🎤✨

📍 Haven Entertainment Center
932 E. 43rd Street | Chicago
🕔 Doors Open: 5PM
🎶 Show Starts: 6PM

🎟️ Tickets available now on Eventbrite — scan the QR code on the flyer to purchase tickets today!

Gather your friends, dress to impress, and enjoy a beautiful night of live entertainment, cocktails, and great energy at Haven Entertainment Center.

05/04/2026

🌸Mother’s Day Brunch Celebration🌸

💐 Because Mom Deserves the Best 💐
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📅 Sunday, May 10, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

📍 Norman’s Bistro
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🍽️ Join Us for a Beautiful Family-Friendly Experience

Treat Mom to a day filled with:

* Delicious brunch favorites
* Warm hospitality
* Great music & uplifting vibes
* A welcoming atmosphere for the whole family

⸻
💵 Pricing

$50 per Adult
$25 per Child (12 & under)
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📞 Reservations Required

Call now to secure your table:
773-966-5821

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💖 Make It Special

Bring the family, dress your best, and celebrate the amazing mothers in your life with great food, love, and unforgettable moments.

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04/25/2026

Chicago is about to swing! 🎷✨

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of the 2026 International Jazz Festival • Neighborhood Nights • International Jazz Day Club Tour as we light up 43rd Street with two incredible nights of music, culture, and community.

🎶 MONDAY, APRIL 27
📍 Norman’s Bistro – 1001 E. 43rd Street
🕕 6PM – 11PM
Experience world-class jazz featuring an all-star lineup of musicians in an intimate Bronzeville setting. Great music, amazing vibes, and unforgettable energy.

🎹 MONDAY, APRIL 27
📍 The Haven Entertainment Center – 932 E. 43rd Street
🕕 6PM – 11PM
Feel the groove at the Hammond Organ Summit featuring Theodis Rodgers Jr., Justin Dillard & Lloyd Wilson. Three masters. One stage. Pure soul.

🎷 TUESDAY, APRIL 28
📍 Room 43 – 1041 E. 43rd Street
🕗 8PM – Midnight
After the festival, don’t go home… meet us at the last set for a late-night celebration with classic jazz, blues & soul by DJ Koko.

🎟️ Get your tickets now on Eventbrite
Search: Jazz Institute of Chicago

Come jazz on down to 43rd Street and celebrate the spirit of Chicago music, culture, and nightlife all in one historic corridor.

04/23/2026

🌸 CELEBRATE MOM AT NORMAN’S BISTRO 🌸

Mother’s Day Brunch Celebration

💐 Because Mom Deserves the Best 💐

📅 Sunday, May 10, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Norman’s Bistro

🍽️ Join Us for a Beautiful Family-Friendly Experience

Treat Mom to a day filled with:
• Delicious brunch favorites
• Warm hospitality
• Great music & uplifting vibes
• A welcoming atmosphere for the whole family

💵 Pricing
$50 per Adult
$25 per Child (12 & under)

📞 Reservations Recommended
Call now to secure your table:
773-966-5821

💖 Make It Special
Bring the family, dress your best, and celebrate the amazing mothers in your life with great food, love, and unforgettable moments.

04/23/2026

04/22/2026

🎷✨ CHICAGO, GET READY TO JAZZ ON DOWN 43RD STREET! ✨🎶

Celebrate International Jazz Day 2026 with an unforgettable night of live music, culture, and energy right in the heart of the city!

📍 Two powerhouse venues. One incredible night:
🔥 Norman’s Bistro
🔥 The Haven Entertainment Center

🗓 Monday, April 27, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

From soulful vocals to blazing horns and deep grooves, this International Jazz Day Club Tour will feature some of Chicago’s finest musicians bringing the spirit of jazz to life across both stages. 🎺🎹🥁

💫 Start your evening, catch a set, then jazz on down 43rd Street and keep the vibe going—this is a full experience you don’t want to miss.

🎟 Get your tickets now on Eventbrite
👉 Search: Jazz Institute of Chicago

Good music. Good spirits. Great people.
Let’s celebrate the sound, the soul, and the tradition of jazz—Chicago style.

04/16/2026

🌸 CELEBRATE MOM AT NORMAN’S BISTRO 🌸

Mother’s Day Brunch Celebration

💐 Because Mom Deserves the Best 💐

📅 Sunday, May 12, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Norman’s Bistro

🍽️ Join Us for a Beautiful Family-Friendly Experience

Treat Mom to a day filled with:
• Delicious brunch favorites
• Warm hospitality
• Great music & uplifting vibes
• A welcoming atmosphere for the whole family

💵 Pricing
$50 per Adult
$25 per Child (12 & under)

📞 Reservations Recommended
Call now to secure your table:
773-966-5821

💖 Make It Special
Bring the family, dress your best, and celebrate the amazing mothers in your life with great food, love, and unforgettable moments.

04/05/2026

Spring into flavor this Easter Sunday!
Join us at Norman’s Bistro for a Festive Easter Brunch with delicious bites and cheerful vibes.
Reservations recommended - 773-966-5821

03/23/2026

🎶 A NIGHT TO REMEMBER 🎤

Join us for a heartfelt tribute to the late, great Nancy Wilson, performed by the incredible Denise Thames. This is a tribute you won’t want to miss!

📅 Saturday, March 28th, 2026
🕒 Showtime: 4:00 PM (Doors open 3:30 PM)
🎟️ Admission: $35 in advance | $40 at the door

📍 Haven Entertainment Center
932 East 43rd Street | Chicago, IL 60653

👗 A tribute you’ll feel in your soul—live vocals, dazzling gowns, and timeless classics that Nancy Wilson made famous.

Doors open at 6:00 PM for a post-show reception and unforgettable memories.

🎟️ Tickets: Get yours now before they’re gone!
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/984209988837?aff=oddticktcreator

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03/22/2026

April 24-26 - The Auditorium - Chicago, IL - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater embarks on its next era under the leadership of new Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, guided as ever by Alvin Ailey’s pioneering legacy. Audiences will be treated to classic works from the Ailey repertory that have inspired and uplifted fans for decades—including the touchstone of inspiration Revelations, the ultimate anthem to resilience and joy. Ailey will continue to break ground with new works by contemporary choreographers that promise to propel dance in exhilarating new directions—pushing the bounds of what the human body can do and what the human spirit can achieve.

03/14/2026

Today…. Come see us!

03/13/2026

🍀🌈 Get Lucky with Us Tomorrow at Norman’s Bistro!

It’s time to shamrock & roll! 💚
Join us for our St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Norman’s Bistro on:

🗓 Saturday, March 14, 2026

⏰ 4PM – 8PM

🎫 https://normanspaddyday2026.eventbrite.com

🎶 LIVE DJ

🍽 Food & Drink Specials

🎉 Hosted by Fran & Eric

We’re bringing the green vibes, the good eats, and the grown & fun energy all in one place! Grab your crew, throw on your best green fit, and come toast with us 🍻✨

Whether you’re coming for the music, the cocktails, or just the good company — this is where you want to be!

Tag your party people below 👇🏾 and let us know you’re coming! 💚

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03/10/2026

Get Your Tickets 👇🏾

Good Friday’s is a chill hangout to reflect, relax, and vibe with friends in person.

03/10/2026

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