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The Tonk Chicago — BBQ in Chicago, IL

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The Tonk Chicago is at 1800 S Racine Ave in Chicago, in the Pilsen neighborhood. It serves Memphis-style barbecue cooked in a wood-burning fire pit. Prime beef brisket appears on the meat menu. All meats are wood-smoked without gas or electricity.

  • The address is 1800 S Racine Ave in Chicago, IL 60608.
  • Dine-in hours are 11 AM to 11 PM Wednesday through Sunday.
  • The published phone number is 312-226-7427.
  • Wood is the documented cooking fuel.
  • The restaurant uses a wood-burning fire pit.
  • The documented style is Memphis-style barbecue.
  • The restaurant is in Pilsen.
  • Vegetarian or vegan sides are available.
  • The sampler platter feeds three to four people.
  • Baby-back ribs are $29 full or $19 half.
  • St. Louis ribs are $28 full or $18 half.
  • Prime beef brisket is $31 for 1 lb versus $19 for ½ lb.
  • Championship pulled pork is $25 for 1 lb versus $14 for ½ lb.
  • All meats are wood-smoked with no gas or electricity.

FAQ

Where is The Tonk Chicago?

The Tonk Chicago is at 1800 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60608.

What wood does The Tonk Chicago use?

The Tonk Chicago uses wood.

How much is brisket at The Tonk Chicago?

The two prime-beef-brisket portions are $31 for 1 lb versus $19 for ½ lb.

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