DES PLAINES CHAMBER 2026 RESTAURANT WEEK

DES PLAINES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RESTAURANT WEEK
PRESENTED BY RIVERS CASINO 
We are excited to announce the return of the "Des Plaines Chamber Restaurant Week" taking place from March 27 - April 5, 2026. We hope you will consider participating in this special event!

Des Plaines Chamber Restaurant Week gives local food lovers the opportunity to enjoy great deals during brunch/lunch and/or dinner at participating local restaurants. DPC Restaurant Week’s goal is to support our food and hospitality industry by highlighting a variety of culinary menus, from casual to fine dining, as well as stimulating business and revenue for restaurants throughout the community, while contributing to our Des Plaines Chamber Foundation (a non-profit 501 C-3 Organization). 

About our Foundation: Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce Foundation was founded in 1989 when the board of directors decided it would be beneficial, to the Chamber and to the community of Des Plaines, to establish a Foundation for purpose of providing educational opportunities to our community, members and their families. Over the past 33 years, the Foundation has provided numerous educational and professional development seminars and workshops for our members, supported community initiatives, and provided scholarship money for member’s children who are continuing their education. 
Annual Foundation programs include:

•    Three $2,000 student scholarships
•    Fall Leadership Workshop Series to enhance professional development
•    Business Resource Center
•    Business & Education Partnerships
• ​   Veterans Back to Work Boot Camp
• ​   Veterans Back to Work Career Fair
•    Partnering with civic and community non-profit organizations 
•    Other educational programs throughout the year

• Local restaurants offering special items, great deals, and promotions
• Increased, radio, newspaper, print and social media marketing
• 9 days of increased customer traffic

• Each restaurant has the opportunity to create a fixed-price menu or special to run during the week for brunch/lunch and/or dinner as three-course meal options. Restaurants can also create a package for pairs (prices for "Dinner for Two")
• Chamber Member Participation fee: FREE 
• Non-Members Participation fee: $45 

• Businesses must have their "Des Plaines Chamber Restaurant Week" menus available for customers 
• Must be a dine-in establishment 
• Optional: Restaurant Gift Cards or a monetary donation to the Des Plaines Chamber of Commerce Foundation may be made based upon final sales recorded