Takeout Picnic

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On August 26 from 6 - 8 PM, Central Street Evanston invites you to join us for the 4th annual summer evening Takeout Picnic in our newly-renovated Independence Park. Come early to grab your seat and support the local Central Street community by ordering a takeout special from one of our many Central Street restaurants. Bring a blanket or chair to sit in, grab your takeout picnic dinner, and enjoy an evening under the lights. This year we are excited to partner with Evanston's Starlight Concert Series, featuring Evanston Folk Fest Bluegrass duo The Sullivan Sisters!

Why is this event so important?
This is our annual event to support our great Central Street restaurants.

In the area sooner?
Enjoy live music at these stops before the show!
- Pierce Crask at Celtic Knot Public House: 2022 Central Street, 4 - 6 PM
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BUSINESSES OFFERING A TAKEOUT PICNIC SPECIAL
The Alchemist's Wife - 2016 Central Street
Follow Your Nose Pets - 2016 Central Street
Celtic Knot Public House - 2022 Central Street
Comida Cantina - 1928 Central Street
The Fat Shallot - 2902 Central Street
Great Harvest Bread Co - 2126 Central Street
Jilly's Cafe - 2614 Green Bay Road
Pinto Thai - 1931 Central Street
Tag's Bakery - 2010 Central Street

*Click here for a link to all restaurants and food/drink establishments.

SPECIALS AND PRE-ORDER INFORMATION
The Alchemist's Wife - 2016 Central Street

The Alchemist's Wife - 2016 Central Street

Stop in for your Magic Hour (deet-free) Insect Repellent and Cool Down Hydrating Spray.

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Celtic Knot Public House | 2022 Central Street

Celtic Knot Public House | 2022 Central Street

In addition to the full menu and kid's menu being available for takeout (pre-order at https://celticknotpub.com/order or come in on the day), you can order up a Special Celtic Collections meal for 2, 4 or 6 people! Fish & Chips, Corned Beef & Cabbage and Lamb Stew with Horseradish Sauce and Tartar Sauce on the Side, complete with plates, plasticware and condiments. May be pre-ordered by calling 847.425.0025 or emailing celticknotpub@sbcglobal.net, or just come in on your way to the picnic. Collection for 2 people ($40), 4 people ($75), 6 people ($110).

Bottles of wine and bottles/cans of beer also available for takeout with your meal!

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Comida Cantina | 1928 Central Street

Comida Cantina | 1928 Central Street

Build your own taco kits, empanada packages, agua frescas, and family meals - Details and ordering information to come!

Order directly from the toast link on the Comida website or contact Jamie via email. Jamie@comidaevanston.com.

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The Fat Shallot | 2902 Central Street

The Fat Shallot | 2902 Central Street

BOXED MEALS TO-GO FOR THE PERFECT PICNIC | $20 plus tax!
  • Choose the sandwich of your choice:
    Turkey - Oven roasted turkey on a pretzel bun with avocado, cucumbers, arugula and basil aioli 
    Tomato Mozzarella - Tomato, fresh mozzarella, reduced balsamic vinegar, arugula and basil aioli on ciabatta bread
    Truffle BLT - Crispy bacon, avocado, arugula, tomato and truffle aioli on thick cut challah toast

  • Choose your Local Style chips flavor: Hot Dog, Deep Dish, or Italian Beef

  • Choose your drink
    Fountain Drink
    Water
    Iced Tea
    Lemonade

  • Pickle spear included!

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Follow Your Nose Pets | 2016 Central Street

Follow Your Nose Pets | 2016 Central Street

For the pup in your family, Rocker Dog is coming to give out free samples of their gently cooked Adaptogenic Food. Enjoy Free Puppy Lates, $1 off Frozen Yogurt & Gelato Cups for dogs.

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Great Harvest Bread Co. | 2126 Central Street

Great Harvest Bread Co. | 2126 Central Street

Sandwich, chips and cookie $14.00!

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Jilly's Cafe | 2614 Green Bay Road

Jilly's Cafe | 2614 Green Bay Road

3 course $55 special menu for Takeout Picnic:
  • Cesar salad or crispy goat cheese
  • Salmon or Chicken paillard or Gnocchi
  • Carrot cake or Key Lime pie

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Pinto Thai | 1931 Central Street

Pinto Thai | 1931 Central Street

All day Lunch specials for take out please mention Central street picnic.

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Tag's Bakery | 2010 Central Street

Tag's Bakery | 2010 Central Street

 Charcuterie Board that serves 4 people ($34.95), and Kid's Go-Bags (Pick PBJ, Ham & Cheese, or Turkey & Cheese, + 1 Drink, +1 Chip, +1 Smiley cookie ($7.99)) **Must pre-order by 4pm Saturday August 23. Call to place your order 847.328.1200. Extended store hours until 6pm on 8/26 for pickups.

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