Kettlestrings Tavern

09/20/2026

Get ready to be inspired! Our very own Pete Lisnic is taking on The Badger Challenge, cycling 100 miles to fuel groundbreaking cancer research and clinical trials at University of Wisconsin. Let's rally behind Pete with words of encouragement and support - and if you're able, consider contributing to this incredible cause via the link! 💪🚴‍♂️

Badger Challenge is a signature Wisconsin walking, running, and biking event which energizes the community around the mission of raising funds for cancer research and patient treatment at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The UW research environme...

09/17/2026

Get ready to elevate your Oktoberfest experience with Kettlestrings Tavern! 🎉

Join us for a limited time and indulge in two extraordinary specials, available September 17 - October 4 or while supplies last.

🍴️ LOADED BRATWURST: Savor every bite of our jumbo beer brat, bun, bacon jam, sauerkraut, spicy mustard, and malt vinegar aioli, served on a bed of fries. Add a side of beer cheese if you like it cheesy!

🍟 PORK SCHNITZEL: Treat yourself to our mouthwatering, pounded thin and breaded pork tenderloin, German potato salad, and mushroom gravy, finished with a squeeze of lemon. (Available on weekends only)

✨ Don't miss out on this opportunity to make unforgettable memories!

08/27/2026

DON'T FORGET TO JOIN US THIS EVENING.

Take your pint to the next level! 🍺✨

Join us at Kettlestrings Tavern for a Custom Glass Engraving Event! Come grab a fresh pour from our sponsor and get your very own custom glass engraved to take home.

📅 Date: August 27th ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

🍻 Featured Brews:Bell's Two Hearted IPA Bell's Oberon Ale Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPA

⚠️ Note: Available while supplies last! Ask your server for more details when you arrive. See you there! 🙌

08/23/2026

Join us for a special event on Thurs Aug 27. Buy a pint from our sponsor and get a free engraved glass. See you then.

08/13/2026

Take your pint to the next level! 🍺✨

Join us at Kettlestrings Tavern for a Custom Glass Engraving Event! Come grab a fresh pour from our sponsor and get your very own custom glass engraved to take home.

📅 Date: August 27th ⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

🍻 Featured Brews:Bell's Two Hearted IPA Bell's Oberon Ale Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPA

⚠️ Note: Available while supplies last! Ask your server for more details when you arrive. See you there! 🙌

07/02/2026

06/03/2026

Unfortunately, it is taking the engineers longer to remedy our maintenance issue than we anticipated. We are doing everything we can to be back up and running tomorrow but will be closed again today, June 3, 2026. Thank you for your understanding.

06/02/2026

We are dealing with a mechanical issue this evening that will require we be closed tonight (June 2, 2026). We expect to back to full speed tomorrow. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

05/17/2026

Happy Sunday, everyone! 🍻

Just a quick heads-up: Kettlestrings Tavern will be closing early today, Sunday, May 17, at 4:00 PM for a private event.

There is still plenty of time to stop by for brunch, lunch or an afternoon round before we close! We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you again soon. Cheers! 🍔🍺

04/28/2026

🍸 Great news, Oak Park! 🍸

We are thrilled to announce that, starting TODAY, we’re bringing some of your favorite sips from Kettlestrings Grove over to the bar at Kettlestrings Tavern!

Whether you're pairing it with our signature burgers or just stopping by for a drink, you can now enjoy these Grove classics:

🪵 The Smoked Old Fashioned: The smoky, complex showstopper you know and love.

🥂 The OP 75: Bubbly, refreshing, and perfectly balanced.

🏔️ The Chilean Snowcap: Your favorite uniquely crafted, crowd-pleasing delight.

✨ But wait, there’s more! ✨ - Alongside these returning favorites, our talented bartenders are officially debuting a brand-new lineup of seasonal specialty cocktails! We've been busy behind the bar experimenting, and we can't wait for you to taste what we've come up with.

Grab your friends, snag a table, and come raise a glass with us tonight.

Drop a comment below: Which Grove classic are you ordering first, or are you trying something brand new? Are there others you'd like to see make the Tavern menu?👇🍹

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04/14/2026

Wow, is it hot in here! Well, its not that hot!

We are experiencing some issues with our HVAC system. We are going to be closed tonight so that we can get that worked out. We expect to be open normal hours on Wednesday, April 15!

Sorry for any inconvenience.

04/04/2026

While the Illini may come in to this evening's game as the underdogs, we have faith! Come join us for our fresh, never-frozen, wings, other delicious fare and $5 drafts for the game. Tipoff is at 5:09 pm.