Chicago Southern Food Deals, Soul Food, Cajun & Creole
50 southern deals at 18 restaurants across Chicago
Find the best southern food and drink deals across Chicago. Popular spots include Jordyn’s Soul Cafe, Ina Mae Tavern, Daisy'S Po'Boy And Tavern. The cheapest drink deal is All beers for $2.00. Browse happy hours, daily specials, and more at southern restaurants near you.
Southern Deals
Soul Prime
Happy Hour: Tuesday-Friday 4 PM - 6 PM, Saturday 12 PM (Noon) - 1 PM (Bar Seating Only). Specials include: Short Rib Taco ($3), Spicy Buffalo Wings ($7), Garlic Parmesan Wings ($7), Honey BBQ Wings ($
The Crab Pad
$1 Happy Hour Everyday (Mon-Fri 5:00 PM-6:30 PM, Sat-Sun 3:00 PM-5:00 PM) with wings and tacos starting at $1, and BYOB friendly.
Ina Mae Tavern
Friday Happy Hour (4-6 PM): NOLA Classics $10, Frozens $10
Touché French Creole
Happy Hour: Tuesdays-Fridays 3-5pm, with $8 crafted cocktails and small bites ($7-$12 for Short rib sliders, Voodoo tomatoes, plantains, truffle fries).
Last checked 21d agoDaisy'S Po'Boy And Tavern
Happy Hour: Tuesday-Friday 4:00 PM-6:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM-3:00 PM. Specials include 1/2 price draft beer (Abita Amber, Half Acre Pony Pils, Off Color Apex Predator), $11 Mardi Gras Punch, $11 Marg
Verified todayRoost Chicken & Biscuits
Daily — $2 Beers + $4 Cocktails (with food purchase)
$2 beers and $4 cocktails every day. Patrons are strongly encouraged to order food — this special is designed to pair with the chicken, not as a standalone drink deal.
Food purchase strongly encouraged — pairs with the fried chicken
SourceIna Mae Tavern
Comedy Bingo! (Wednesdays, 5 PM): Early Bird Chicken Specials 5-7 PM, $8 Whiskey Cocktails all night
Ina Mae Tavern
Martini Night & Girl Dinner Specials (Thursdays, 5-9 PM): $10 Martinis (Vodka, Gin, Cosmos), $10 Caesar & Fries, $15 Chicken Caesar Wrap & Fries
Osteria Trulli
Aperitivo Hour Mon-Thu 4-6pm: $7 house wine, $5 red sangria, $35 carafe of red sangria, $8 classic cocktails, $9 signature cocktails, $3 domestic beer
Ina Mae Tavern
Happy Hour
$8 punch, $10 wine
Daisy'S Po'Boy And Tavern
Happy Hour (Tue-Fri)
$6-$7 mini sandwiches and sliders, $11 wings, half-price draft beer, $11 cocktails
Daisy'S Po'Boy And Tavern
Saturday Happy Hour
$6-$7 mini sandwiches and sliders, $11 wings, half-price draft beer, $11 cocktails
The Crab Pad
Lunch Special Friday-Sunday 12-4PM (various plates for $12.99-$14.99).
Ina Mae Tavern
Two for Tuesday (5 PM): $10 Smash Burger, $10 Smash Cocktails
Daisy'S Po'Boy And Tavern
Happy Hour available Tuesday - Friday 4:00 pm-6:00 pm and Saturday 11:00 am-3:00 pm.
Soul Prime
Happy Hour: Tuesday-Friday 4 PM - 6 PM, Saturday 12 PM (Noon) - 1 PM (Available in Bar ONLY)
Touché French Creole
Happy Hour on Tuesdays-Fridays from 3-5pm (small bites like Short Rib Sliders & Voodoo Tomatoes, cocktails like NOLA Nectar & the Hurri'Kane)
Touché French Creole
Brunch on Saturdays & Sundays 10am-2pm (Cajun & Creole favorites, French techniques in dishes such as Creole Comfort Gumbo, Bananas Foster, Bayou Grits, Touché Pancakes, Croque Madame)
CheSa's
Happy Hour
$9.50 cocktails, $5-12 apps. GF/Celiac: Yes
Chicago Q
Happy Hour
$5 old fashioned, $10 sprtizer, $4-9 snacks. GF/Celiac: Yes
River Roast
Happy Hour
$3 beer, $8 wine, $7-11 snacks. Outdoor: Patio. GF/Celiac: No hh apps
YardBird
Happy Hour
$6 wine, $6-10 cocktails, 1/2 off apps. GF/Celiac: Yes
BJ's Market & Bakery
Tuesday Chicken Special: Roasted and Smothered Chicken, served with two sides and a complimentary Cornbread Muffin ($8.79 for 2pc Dark, $9.59 for 2pc White).
BJ's Market & Bakery
Smothered Pork Chops: Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (or until sold out), served with two sides and a complimentary Cornbread Muffin ($16.99).
Jordyn’s Soul Cafe
Tuesday-Thursday Entree Special: $20 entrees with option to add lamb chop for $5, plus $10 small bites and $5 lemon drops
Checked 9d agoJordyn’s Soul Cafe
Happy Hour specials including HH Soul-rita ($10.00), HH Passionate Punch ($8.00), HH Fried Green Tomatoes ($10.00), HH Two Soul Rolls ($10.00), HH Three Pot Roast Empanadas ($10.00), HH Three Jerk Chi
Harold's Chicken - Hyde Park
Monday - Wednesday: 1/2 Dark - $5.75 Special, Original 53rd St. BBQ Sauce
Jordyn’s Soul Cafe
Happy Hour Small Bites: HH Spaghetti Eggrolls ($10.00), HH Fried Green Tomatoes ($10.00), HH Two Soul Rolls ($10.00), HH Three Pot Roast Empanadas ($10.00), HH Three Jerk Chicken Tacos ($10.00), HH Th
Soul Prime
Happy Hour Food Specials: Catfish Bites ($10), Spicy Buffalo Wings ($7), Garlicky Parmesan Wings ($7), Truffle Parmesan Fries ($9), Short Rib Taco ($3), Honey BBQ Wings ($7), Baby Caesar Salad ($7), C
Jordyn’s Soul Cafe
Taco Tuesdays: $3 tacos and $5 margaritas every Tuesday
Checked 9d agoJordyn’s Soul Cafe
Happy Hour with specials including HH Soul-rita ($10.00), HH Passionate Punch ($8.00), HH Sincere Sour ($8.00), HH lemon drop ($10.00), HH Side Cars ($10.00), HH Cosmo ($10.00), HH Mojitos ($10.00), H
Daisy'S Po'Boy And Tavern
Happy Hour Tue-Fri 4-6pm & Sat 11am-3pm
Touché French Creole
Brunch: Saturdays & Sundays 10am-2pm.
Last checked 21d agoJordyn’s Soul Cafe
Happy Hour with specials like HH Soul-rita ($10.00) and HH Passionate Punch ($8.00)
Checked 9d agoDaisy'S Po'Boy And Tavern
$10 Lunch Menu
Big taste, small price lunch menu with various options including stacked Roast Beef Po-Boy, classic Muffuletta, and fresh Chop Salad
Daisy'S Po'Boy And Tavern
$10 Lunch Specials
Bold Louisiana flavors and Southern classics available for lunch
Jordyn’s Soul Cafe
Happy Hour Drinks: HH Soul-rita ($10.00), HH Sincere Sour ($8.00).
Harold's Chicken - Hyde Park
Monday-Wednesday: 1/2 Dark - $5.75
Checked 9d agoRoost Chicken & Biscuits
$2 beers and $4 cocktails every day (food purchase strongly encouraged)
Harold's Chicken - Hyde Park
1/2 Dark for $5.75 on Monday-Wednesday
Roost Chicken & Biscuits
Daily: $2 Beers + $4 Cocktails (with food purchase strongly encouraged)
Verified todayHarold's Chicken - Hyde Park
Half Chicken Dinner Special
Half chicken dinner with fries, coleslaw, and bread. Classic Chicago fried chicken at an affordable price.
Harold's Chicken - South Loop
Half Chicken Dinner Special
Half chicken dinner with fries, coleslaw, and bread. Classic Chicago fried chicken at an affordable price.
Harold's Chicken - Loop
Half Chicken Dinner Special
Half chicken dinner with fries, coleslaw, and bread. Classic Chicago fried chicken at an affordable price.
Ina Mae Tavern
Weekday Happy Hour
Taste of New Orleans. $10 select wines, $8 Ina Mae Punch, $10 Busch Light + Cajun Fries combo, $12 beer + shot. Tue-Thu 5-6pm.
Ina Mae Tavern
Weekend Happy Hour
Extended weekend happy hour with same specials. Fri-Sun 4-6pm.
Popeyes - Wicker Park
$20 Family Meal Steal (9Pc Tenders or Signature Chicken, 4 Biscuits, and a Large Side)
Jordyn’s Soul Cafe
Taco Tuesdays (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
Soul Shack Express
Surf & Turf 2 Lamb Chops 1 Salmon 2 Sides ($38.50 on Grubhub, $39.00 on Postmates)
Roost Chicken & Biscuits
Monthly rotating Sandwich of the Month (e.g., May 2026's 'It's Gonna Be May' sandwich for $12)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find southern food deals in Chicago?
- Chicago has 50 southern food deals at 18 restaurants. Top spots include Jordyn’s Soul Cafe, Ina Mae Tavern, Daisy'S Po'Boy And Tavern.
- What are the best southern restaurant deals in Chicago?
- Soul Prime offers Happy Hour: Tuesday-Friday 4 PM - 6 PM, Saturday 12 PM (Noon) - 1 PM (Bar Seating Only). Specials include: Short Rib Taco ($3), Spicy Buffalo Wings ($7), Garlic Parmesan Wings ($7), Honey BBQ Wings ($. The Crab Pad offers $1 Happy Hour Everyday (Mon-Fri 5:00 PM-6:30 PM, Sat-Sun 3:00 PM-5:00 PM) with wings and tacos starting at $1, and BYOB friendly.. Ina Mae Tavern offers Friday Happy Hour (4-6 PM): NOLA Classics $10, Frozens $10.
- What's the cheapest southern deal in Chicago?
- The cheapest deal is All beers for $2.00. Browse all 50 southern deals for more.