Kicking off Women’s History Month, many Chicago restaurants and bars are raising funds for International Women’s Day this year. As we gather our list of women-owned and women-led restaurants, you should totally stop by one of these spots, enjoy some delicious cocktails and bar bites, and contribute to Chicago community’s joint effort in elevating women’s quality of life.
aliveOne
2683 N Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60614
In recognition of International Women’s Day, aliveOne in Lincoln Park will offer a special $6 “The Becky” cocktail with Tito’s, Pamplemousse La Croix, fresh lime juice, and demerara syrup. A portion of proceeds from each cocktail sold will benefit the Chicago Women’s Health Center. A $6 High Noon special will also be available all night.
CWHC facilitates the empowerment of women, trans people, and young people by providing access to health care and health education in a respectful environment where people pay what they can afford.
Central Park Bar
2924 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
In support of International Women’s Day on Wednesday, March 8, Central Park in Avondale will donate one dollar from every They Why Not cocktail sold to the . They Why Not cocktail is $12 each and features Zubrowka Bison Grass Vodka, BroVo Lucky Falernum, Nocello Walnut Liqueur, Fee Brothers Cranberry Bitters, lemon, and cherry.
Chicago Foundation for Women focuses on the issues that affect all women, girls, trans, and gender nonbinary people. CFW envisions a world in which all women, girls, trans, and gender nonbinary people have the opportunity to thrive in safe, just and healthy communities.
Easy Bar
1944 W Division St., Chicago, IL 60622
In recognition of International Women’s Day, $1 from every Espresso Martini (Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, Kahlua, Pau Maui Vodka; $11) sold Monday, March 6 through Friday, March 10 will be donated to the Human Rights Campaign.
The Human Rights Campaign envisions a world where every member of the LGBTQ+ family has the freedom to live their truth without fear, and with equality under the law. They empower 3 million members and supporters to mobilize against attacks on the most marginalized people in the community.
Estelle’s
2013 W North Ave. Chicago, IL 60647
In honor of International Women’s Day, Estelle’s will donate $1 from every house cocktail sold on Wednesday, March 8 to Connections for Abused Women and their Children.
Connections for Abused Women and their Children (CAWC) is committed to ending domestic violence. Using a self-help, empowerment approach, CAWC provides a shelter for adults and children, counseling, advocacy, and a 24-hour hotline for people affected by domestic violence.
Oda Mediterranean Cuisine
5657 N Clark St., Chicago IL 60660
Guests can dine for a cause this March at Oda Mediterranean, a women-owned and operated restaurant in Andersonville. In recognition of International Women’s Day, Oda will donate 10% of proceeds from every Fall Back In Love cocktail for the month of March to Connections for Abused Women and their Children. The Fall Back In Love cocktail features Maker’s Mark (which is co-founded by Margie Samuels), pomegranate liquor, fig syrup, ginger beer, lemon, and fig.
Connections for Abused Women and their Children (CAWC) is committed to ending domestic violence. Using a self-help, empowerment approach, CAWC provides a shelter for adults and children, counseling, advocacy, and a 24-hour hotline for people affected by domestic violence.
The Owl
2521 N Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60647
In support of International Women’s Day, The Owl in Logan Square will donate $1 from every $8 Vander Mill BLUish GOLD cider sold from Monday March 6 until Friday March 10 to Connections for Abused Women and Their Children.
Connections for Abused Women and their Children (CAWC) is committed to ending domestic violence. Using a self-help, empowerment approach, CAWC provides a shelter for adults and children, counseling, advocacy, and a 24-hour hotline for people affected by domestic violence.
Featured Image: Estelle’s