Kettlestrings Tavern

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Kettlestrings Tavern

Our corner tavern serves up classic bar fare with a contemporary twist.
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Locally owned and operated, our wide ranging menu and exceptional beer, wine and cocktail selection is crafted with care.

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.

03/28/2026

Iowa v. Illinois. Our own Kevin Koll is a die hard Iowa fan. Several of our kids have gone to Illinois. We love everyone. Thanks for hanging out with us.

03/27/2026

Kettlestrings Tavern will be opening late on March 28, 2026 to host a private event. We will open with normal service at 2:30 pm. Thank you for your understanding!

02/08/2026

🏈 Game Day Ready at Kettlestrings Tavern! 🎉

It's here... join us for an epic day of football, fun, and fantastic specials:

🍺 $5 Drafts
🍽️ Buy One Get One Half Off Apps

📍 Location: 800 S Oak Park Ave
Kick-off is at 5:30 PM

Bring your friends, wear your team colors, and let's make this game day unforgettable!

01/27/2026

We are doing a bit of touch-up and freshen up and need a night to watch some paint dry so Kettlestrings Tavern will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Sorry for any inconvnience. We will be back to normal hours on Wednesday!

Thanks for your understanding and support. See you soon!!

01/18/2026

See you for Bears and Burgers this evening. Kickoff is at 5:30. Bear Down!!

01/17/2026

We had a great time watching the Bears prevail against the Packers. Let's do it again on Sunday and watch the Bears defeat the Rams!! We will be offering Happy Hour specials again! See ya Sunday. Bear Down!!

01/12/2026

Kettlestrings Tavern wil be closed on Monday, January 12 for Staff Appreciation. We will be back to normal hours on Tuesday, January 13.

01/09/2026

Join us for the first Bears playoff game in 7 years! Whether you are a die hard fan of Da Bears or a rampant Cheesehead, we are happy to have you. So happy, in fact, that we are going to run our Happy Hour specials Saturday from 5:00 pm to Close.

$10 Kettlestrings Old Fashioned or Hemmingway Cooler 🥃🍸
$9 Selected Glasses of Wine 🍷
$5 Draft Beers 🍻
Buy One Get One 1/2 off Appetizers 🍟🍗

12/23/2025

Happy holidays! Kettlestrings Tavern will be closed this week on Wednesday (12/24) and Thursday (12/25) to allow our staff to spend the holidays with their families. We’re wishing you a very happy holiday, and we’ll see everyone on Friday. Cheers! 🍻 🎄

11/27/2025

Kettlestrings Tavern will be closed on Thanksgiving Day but open for regular hours on Friday. Enjoy the Holiday and we will see you soon.

11/10/2025

Two of your favorites are back. We've rolled out the Winter menu and the Beef Stew and Patty Melt have made their return. We look forward to seeing you soon.

10/31/2025

Its All Hallows Eve at Kettlestrings Tavern!! We’ve got it all from a cowgirl and her prized pig, to anime characters, to trick or treaters. We’ve got candy and we’d be happy to see trick or treaters of all ages! Whether you’re in for a Kit Kat bar or a signature spooky Bloody Mary, we can’t wait to see you! At the very least, come in to try this weekends specials, we promise we don’t bite!!

09/29/2025

Due to an unexpected staff shortage this evening (9.29.25) the kitchen at Kettlestrings Tavern will be closed this evening. The bar will be open, however.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

08/07/2025

Kettlestrings Tavern will unfortunately be closed today, August 7, due to maintenance issues. We will be reopening tomorrow at 4:00 for dinner service. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you. See you for a round tomorrow night! 🍻🍻

📍800 S Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL

Address

800 S. Oak Park Avenue
Oak Park, IL
60304

Website

http://www.kettlestringstavern.com/

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