Cheers to these Holiday Flavors in Downtown Evanston!

Welcome to the heart of Evanston, where the holiday season comes alive with a symphony of festive beverages! From cozy cafes to chic lounges, Downtown Evanston has some of the best spots to savor holiday cocktails and mocktails, warm up with a festive hot chocolate or latte, and indulge in a peppermint or gingerbread milkshake that are sure to add a touch of merriment to your winter days. Cheers to a season of joy, laughter, and unforgettable sips in the heart of this vibrant community! 
The Barn Steakhouse | 1016 Church St. (Rear)

The Barn Steakhouse | 1016 Church St. (Rear)

Get into the holiday spirit with a festive Mortini! This tasty cocktail's name pays tribute to our founding family and features vodka, white vermouth, strega, maraschino liqueur, and lime. Cheers!⁠

The Barn Steakhouse hours:
Tuesday - Thursday: 5pm - 8:30pm⁠
Friday & Saturday: 5pm - 9:30pm
Sunday: 5pm - 8pm
Closed Monday

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Cupitol | 812 Grove Street

Cupitol | 812 Grove Street

Get festive with a hot or cold drink at Cupitol offering their special peppermint milkshakes and peppermint white hot chocolate. 

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Egg Harbor Cafe | 1701 Maple Ave.

Egg Harbor Cafe | 1701 Maple Ave.

Everyone can enjoy a taste of the holidays with one of these seasonal drinks featuring hot beverages, iced coffees, mocktails and one with a little extra cheer!
 
Peppermint Mocha
Merry Mocktail
Vanilla Gingerbread Latte
Winter Magic Mimosa
Iced Snickerdoodle Latte
Cooper's Hot Chocolate

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Edzo's Burger Shop | 1577 Sherman Ave.

Edzo's Burger Shop | 1577 Sherman Ave.

Not all holiday beverages come in glasses or mugs! A seasonal milkshake from Edzo's will get you in the holiday mood! Try the Eggnog, Candy Cane or Gingerbread, heck, try all three during the holidays. 

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Evanston Corner Bistro | 703 Church Street

Evanston Corner Bistro | 703 Church Street

Have yourself a merry little happy hour! Holiday happy hours are better with select cocktails, beer, wine, and bites every Sun-Thur from 4-6pm! 

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Five & Dime | 1026 Davis St.

Five & Dime | 1026 Davis St.

The cocktails at Five & Dime are festive year-round! One of these will kick-start the holiday spirit and all pair well with the food and dessert menus!

ESPRESSO MARTINI - Three Olives Espresso Vodka, Mr Black Coffee Liquor, cold brew espresso                                                         
SAINT & HOT JOY - Olmeca Altos reposado, Combier, Amargo de Chili, lime, habanero bitters (pictured below)         
MAPLE & WALNUT OLD FASHIONED - bourbon, orange, maple syrup, black walnut bitters 

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FONDA Cantina | 1735 Benson Ave.

FONDA Cantina | 1735 Benson Ave.

Get together with friends and coworkers to enjoy happy hour with a holiday cocktail. On Thursday & Friday, 4-6pm enjoy half-priced Ponche con Pique {holiday punch with a dash of tequila} for $7 or Ponche sin Pique {holiday punch w/out tequila} for $4. Grab an early drink and stay for shared appetizers and dinner! 

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Mas Salud | 720 Clark Street

Mas Salud | 720 Clark Street

Join Mas Salud this holiday season for a very festive holiday libation along with apps and dinner! Not only are they eye-catching but also titillating to the tongue. 

Santa-rita: Tajin rim, cranberry juice, grenadine, lime, 818 Tequila blanco and triple sec
The Grinch: Salted rim, Bacardi superior rum, blue curaçao, orange and pineapple juice 
Paco Noel: Sugar rim, 818 reposado, lime juice, coconut purée, cherry garnish
Adonai: Sugar rim, gin, ginger beer, apple juice, sugar and cinnamon 
Jo Jo Jo: Vodka, condensed milk, grenadine, and watermelon

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Nakorn Kitchen | 1622 Orrington Avenue

Nakorn Kitchen | 1622 Orrington Avenue

Choose from in-house created cocktails, mocktails, wines, bubbles, housemade sodas, local beers, housemade Thai tea or coffee! Nakorn is sure to have something you’ll love! Pictured here is the Glitz & Glam, a non-alcoholic mocktail with rosemary-cranberry, lime, pearl syrup Three Cents tonic. 

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