Beacon Tap

Beacon Tap The Legendary Beacon Tap in Des Plaines is under new management and reopened in Fall of 2017! Stop b
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.The Beacon Tap opened in 1955 and is the oldest bar in the Chicago suburb of Des Plaines. It was purchased and closed for renovation by the Calabrese Restaurant Group in early 2017. The Underpass Restaurant Group owns and operates Zia's Social in Norwood Park, Chicago and Cafe Touché in Edison Park. The team plans on keeping the same traditions that made The Beacon Tap legendary over the decades. Follow us for more information on Daily Specials and Special Events.

🐻🔥 THE SEASON IS ALMOST HERE! 🔥🐻Time to bring the energy, make some noise, and get LOUD! And just when you thought it co...
09/05/2026

🐻🔥 THE SEASON IS ALMOST HERE! 🔥🐻
Time to bring the energy, make some noise, and get LOUD!
And just when you thought it couldn’t get better… DJ Triple H is coming BACK!

September Specials are here! Come see what’s new at Beacon this month! Here’s a look at one of our September specials. I...
09/03/2026

September Specials are here!
Come see what’s new at Beacon this month! Here’s a look at one of our September specials. Italian Beef Sliders,
Italian beef, horseradish cream & crispy onion strings.

And there’s more…
• Beer Cheese Burger — burger, beer cheese, bacon & crispy onion strings on a pretzel bun
• Pesto Bacon Avocado Turkey — turkey breast, bacon, avocado, pesto, lettuce & tomato
• Romaine Wedge — romaine, bacon, tomato, bleu cheese crumbles, red onions & bleu cheese dressing

Come hungry. Stay for the specials.
📍 Available all September at Beacon!

09/02/2026
09/01/2026

TUESDAYS ARE BETTER WITH PIZZA!

Looking for the perfect way to make it through the week? We’ve got you covered! Every Tuesday, enjoy HALF OFF pizza (Dine in only!)

BASEBALL ALL DAY AT BEACON TAP! White Sox vs. Twins — 1:10 PMCubs vs. Reds — 6:20 PMTwo games. One big baseball day. Gra...
08/30/2026

BASEBALL ALL DAY AT BEACON TAP!

White Sox vs. Twins — 1:10 PM
Cubs vs. Reds — 6:20 PM

Two games. One big baseball day.
Grab your crew, catch the action, and let’s make it a ballpark kind of Sunday! 🍻⚾️

Where are all our golfers at? Don't miss out on a chance to win Presidents Cup tickets.
08/27/2026

Where are all our golfers at? Don't miss out on a chance to win Presidents Cup tickets.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS, BEARS FANS! 🐻🏈The wait is almost over — Chicago Bears football is BACK! SEP. 13TH | 12 PM📍 Beacon T...
08/27/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS, BEARS FANS! 🐻🏈

The wait is almost over — Chicago Bears football is BACK!

SEP. 13TH | 12 PM
📍 Beacon Tap — Des Plaines

Get ready for 25+ TVs, food & drink specials, DJ Triple H, and ALL the game day vibes! Bring your crew. Wear your Bears gear. Get LOUD!

There’s still time to enjoy our August specials! Swing by before the month comes to an end and see what’s been featured ...
08/24/2026

There’s still time to enjoy our August specials! Swing by before the month comes to an end and see what’s been featured this month. You won’t want to miss them!

Come check out this kiddo today at noon! Such a special talent!
08/23/2026

Come check out this kiddo today at noon! Such a special talent!

It’s a great day to be alive….Logan Wheat back for night two 7pmCubs 6:15Sox 6:15Bears 6pm
08/22/2026

It’s a great day to be alive….
Logan Wheat back for night two 7pm
Cubs 6:15
Sox 6:15
Bears 6pm

08/22/2026

Summer wouldn’t have been the same without you all. Thank you!

Address

1374 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 12am
Tuesday 11am - 12am
Wednesday 11am - 12am
Thursday 11am - 1am
Friday 11am - 2am
Saturday 11am - 2am
Sunday 11am - 11pm

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