A new West Loop restaurant, free general admission at three museums and more things to do in Chicago on Monday, Feb. 15.
EAT
Now open
1140 W. Madison St. 312-243-2097
The West Loop spot from the owner of Phil Stefani’s 437 Rush serves dishes from a mix of food cultures including ropa vieja ($13), grilled Spanish octopus ($15) and duck confit bao tacos ($14) paired with classic cocktails. 4-11 p.m.
DRINK
Grammy Awards Viewing Party
3700 N. Halsted St. 773-525-1111
Watch the awards show, where nominee Lady Gaga will be performing a tribute to David Bowie, while sipping $7 Lady Gaga martinis made with vodka, Hypontiq and pineapple juice with rock candy and glow stick garnishes. Diva Sara Andrews performs as Lady Gaga and other pop stars. 7 p.m. No cover.
DO
‘Sycamore’ (Free!)
6157 N. Clark St. 773-338-2177
Catch a staged reading of Sarah Sander’s new play about a brother and sister both competing for the affections of the new boy next door. 7:30 p.m. Free. Reservations recommended: [email protected]
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Free General Admission
Museum Campus
1200-1400 S. Lake Shore Drive
The Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium celebrate Presidents’ Day by offering Illinois residents free entry and discounted packages to see special exhibits. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (Adler), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Field) and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Shedd).
‘From These Fatal Loins’
4754 N. Leavitt St. 919-760-5002
The Ruckus presents a riff on “Romeo and Juliet” where the young lovers fake their deaths and then wreak havoc on Verona. Tickets: ruckustheater.org
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Select appetizers and glasses of wine and sangria are $5 from 5-7 p.m. at Coconutz (13 W. Division St. 312-266-0944).
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