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

Beacon Tap

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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.

11/02/2026

Congratulations to all our winners from our Halloween Costume Contest on Saturday Night! We gave away $500 in prizes. Big shout to DJ Triple H for keeping the party going all night, groovy man!
And to Kiddie Junction with the very decisive victory Thursday at Trunk or Treat.

10/31/2026

HALLOWEEN PARTY at THE BEACON TAP
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31! Starting at 8pm!

$100 – Best Dressed Male
$100 – Best Dressed Female
$100 – Best Dressed Group
$200 – OVERALL BEST COSTUME!
That’s RIGHT! Come dressed to impress

10/30/2026

Thank you to everyone for coming out. The voting was too close to call last night so we are now leaving it in the hands of the FB land! Voting ends at midnight!!!

10/29/2026

HALLOWEEN WEEKEND AT BEACON TAP
THURS 10/29: Trunk or Treat | 5:30–7:30 PM
SAT 10/31: Halloween Party with DJ Triple H at 8 PM + $500 IN PRIZES!

Grab your costumes, bring your crew, and get ready for a SPOOKTACULAR weekend!
📍 Beacon Tap

10/28/2026

What an incredible time at Tito’s Halloween Dog Party! 🐾🎃

🥇 1st Place: The dog from Coco
🥈 2nd Place: The Grandma Dog
🥉 3rd Place: The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Dog

So many amazing costumes, adorable pups, and unforgettable memories! Thank you to everyone who came out and made it such a fun event!

10/27/2026

HAPPY TUESDAY!! Your sign to make tonight a PIZZA night!Half-off pizza is calling your name, and trust us… you don’t want to ignore that kind of call.

THREE SPOOKTACULAR EVENTS COMING UP!
• TONIGHT at 6 PM for Tito’s Halloween Doggie costume contest with prizes and giveaways!
• Thursday the 29th Trunk or Treat for the kiddos, 5:30-7:30pm
• Saturday, October 31st at 8 PM for our Halloween Party! Prizes, giveaways, costumes & spooky fun await at The Beacon Tap!

10/26/2026

Half Off Happy Hour is Back! Join us for Bingo and stay for the games! And enjoy some awesome bourbons that you won't see at these prices anywhere else!

10/24/2026

HALLOWEEN IS TAKING OVER THE BEACON TAP!

Get ready for a night of spooky vibes, killer drinks, great music, and Halloween fun! Join us for our Halloween Dog Party and Halloween Party featuring costume contests, cash prizes, raffles, giveaways, and so much more!

• Costumes encouraged
• DJ Triple H
• Prizes, raffles & giveaways
• Killer drinks & cutthroat cuisine

📍 The Beacon Tap | Des Plaines, IL
🎃 Grab your crew, dress to impress, and celebrate spooky season with us!

10/22/2026

THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL!!! Bears vs. Patriots at 7:15 PM! Lights on, energy up, and it’s time to BEAR DOWN! 🐻⬇️
Special:
Slider Platter 2 French Dip, 2 Pulled Pork, 2 Sloppy Joe and a Basket of Fries $26.99. Available on Mon-Thurs-Sat-Sun!

10/21/2026

IT’S ABOUT TO GET SPOOKY AT BEACON TAP! 🐾
Calling all ghouls, goblins & furry friends! Join us for Tito’s Halloween Dog Party on Tuesday, October 27th at 6 PM!

📍 Beacon Tap | Tuesday, October 27th | 6 PM
Tag your crew, share the post, and let’s make this a night to remember! WHO’S READY TO PAWTY?!

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

Website

http://Thebeacontap.com/

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