First Bites Bash

Thank you for joining us at First Bites Bash 2024! We look forward to seeing everyone in 2025.

First Bites Bash is the official kick-off for Chicago Restaurant Week, one of the most highly anticipated culinary celebrations of the year. This all-inclusive tasting event showcases the city’s award-winning restaurant scene inside the iconic Field Museum. Guests can enjoy gourmet bites from acclaimed Chicago restaurants; sip wine, beer, and spirits from top brands; and explore select Field Museum exhibits after hours.