As the Bank of America Chicago Marathon returns to the Windy City for its 46th year on Sunday, Oct. 13, runners from across the globe are gearing up for an action-packed 26.2-mile trek as they travel across 29 Chicago neighborhoods. Fuel up for race day and treat yourself post-marathon with top offers from local bars, restaurants and travel destinations.
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Enjoy favorites like gyros, spanakopita and moussaka casserole at contemporary Greek eatery Avli. On Oct. 13, the restaurant is offering dinner for marathon runners and lunch and dinner service on Oct. 14. Guests who present their 2024 finisher medal will receive a complimentary beer with their meal.
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West Loop brewpub Cruz Blanca is treating marathon runners to a post-race special on Oct. 13 for runners who show their marathon bib or medal. The exclusive offer grants race participants a complimentary Cruz Blanca Mexico Calling, the brewery’s signature cerveza beer, and a taco of their choice, with options like al pastor, carnitas and cauliflower.
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Celebrating the ancient Greek origins of the marathon, Greektown is hosting a cheer station at the corner of Gladys and Halsted Streets on Oct. 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. As the Chicago Marathon passes through at miles 14 and 17, viewers can cheer on runners with free Greektown cowbells, visit the sign-making station, listen to Greek-American beats by DJ Yianni, enjoy complimentary coffee and sweet treats and dine at the area’s many authentic, family-owned Greek restaurants.
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Located in the Intercontinental Hotel, this upscale steakhouse is offering a marathon weekend menu from Oct. 1 through Oct. 15 for participants and spectators. The menu features gourmet dishes like wagyu meatballs and burgers, tomahawk steaks and a $65 multi-course dinner. Runners who present their medal or bib number receive a complimentary beer with their meal.
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Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants’ French bistro Mon Ami Gabi is offering runners a 26.2% discount (not including tax or gratuity) on their meal when they show their marathon bib or medal from Oct. 13 through Oct. 14. Refuel with indulgent specialties like escargot with garlic-herb butter, steak tartare, mussels marinière, ratatouille tarte tatin and more.
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Mag Mile travel destination Pendry Chicago is inviting guests to partake in a pre-marathon shakeout run along the Lake Michigan shoreline on Oct. 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. led by Reform Studios’ founder and marathoner Jennifer Villamil and presented in partnership with Reform Studios, Hyperice and HigherDOSE. Following the run, participants can enjoy breakfast with refreshing drinks at the Pendry Chicago, plus a recovery pop-up with treats for participants. Tickets are available for purchase here.
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Travel destination Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk is offering a special menu at its on-site dining spot, Shula’s Steak House Chicago, which includes carb-loaded pasta dishes like traditional bolognese and cacio e pepe. The hotel is also hosting its Finish Line Fest on Oct. 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. for race participants, complete with complimentary massages, post-race bites, infused waters and a raffle for the chance to win tickets to local sites, a gift certificate to Shula’s Steak House or a complimentary stay at the hotel.
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The Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel’s American eatery, Staytion Market & Bar, is celebrating race weekend with a $55 per person pasta buffet on Oct. 12 from 5 to 8 p.m. The buffet is stocked with cavatappi, penne and crispy cheese ravioli with toppings like turkey bolognese, traditional marinara, mushroom alfredo, Italian sausage links and herb grilled chicken breast, plus salads and other bites. On Oct. 13 from 5 to 7 p.m., runners can fuel up with grab-and-go offerings like the “Healthy Elvis” bagel with peanut butter, banana and a granola bar, the “Hot & Healthy” oatmeal with blueberries, brown sugar and pecans and the “Bring It On” meal, which includes bacon, egg and cheese or sausage, egg and cheese with a medium coffee or a bottled breakfast juice. Reservations can be made here.
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Napa Valley-inspired dining destination The Oakville Grill & Cellar is helping participants carbo-load ahead of the race with pasta specials, including past and current favorites from the dining menu like mushroom and eggplant ragù and mafaldine with arugula pesto. Marathon runners who present a medal or proof of registration will receive 50% off on featured pastas (not including tax or gratuity) at this Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants eatery from Oct. 11 through Oct. 13.
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Enjoy Chicago Marathon specials, proximity to the race and special discounts at Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago. The travel destination is celebrating the occasion on Oct. 13 with nutritional in-room dining, a lobby snack station, a 20% off spa discount, post-race Epsom salt baths and a high-carb menu at Terrace 16. Specials include braised short rib rigatoni and grilled shrimp or chicken fettuccine, plus themed cocktails like the white rum-infused “Chicago Champion” and the “Record Breaker” with blanco tequila, Cointreau, lemon juice, pineapple juice and dragon fruit puree.
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