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Lag B'Omer 5786 in Chicago
Lag B'Omer 5786 in Chicago, IL falls on May 5, 2026. Chicago's Jewish community celebrates Lag B'Omer with traditional foods like BBQ and Grilled Meats, Bonfire-Roasted Foods, Outdoor Picnic Fare, Carob and Honey. Kosher Connect lists 49 Chicago-area restaurants, caterers, and bakeries serving the community, most concentrated around West Rogers Park. Plan your Lag B'Omer 5786 meals with verified kosher certification details for every establishment.
Traditional Lag B'Omer Foods
Find these classics at Chicago kosher restaurants and caterers.
BBQ and Grilled Meats
Grilling and barbecue are the most popular Lag B'Omer food traditions. Families gather around bonfires and grills for steaks, chicken, burgers, and kebabs.
Bonfire-Roasted Foods
Marshmallows, roasted potatoes, corn on the cob, and other bonfire-friendly foods are staples of Lag B'Omer celebrations, especially for children.
Outdoor Picnic Fare
Salads, pita, hummus, grilled vegetables, and fresh fruit are popular at Lag B'Omer outdoor gatherings and picnics, reflecting the holiday's festive, open-air character.
Carob and Honey
Carob is associated with Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, who according to the Talmud survived on carob and spring water during 13 years of hiding in a cave. Some eat carob on Lag B'Omer to honor this tradition.
Kosher Lag B'Omer in Chicago
YOKO
4731 W. Main St
Milt's BBQ for the Perplexed
3411 N. Broadway
Ken's Diner and Grill
3353 W. Dempster
Tacos Gingi
5128 Dempster Street
Yoko Kosher Asian
4034 Oakton Street
Zalmans Hot Dogs
2931 West Touhy
The Lincoln Café
6599 Lincoln Avenue
Metro Klub
733 W. Madison
Dunkin Donuts Skokie
3900 W. Dempster
Emma's Bagel Cafe
9306 Skokie Blvd
Eve's Garden Cafe
4032 Oakton St
Slice of Life
4120 W. Dempster
Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream
4041 W. Dempster St
Mordy's Kosher at United Center
1901 West Madison
North Shore Bakery
2919 West Touhy
Rita's of West Ridge, Ice Ventures, LLC
5940 North Lincoln Avenue
Tel Aviv Kosher Pizza
6349 N. California
Shalom Kosher Bakery
3149 W. Devon Ave
Bites of Pleasure
4006 Main St
Zelda's Sweet Shoppe
4113 W. Main
Candy Squared
3364 W. Devon Ave
Dunkin Donuts Devon
3132 W. Devon
Ta'boun Grill Chicago
6339 N. California
B'sari
3149 W. Devon Ave
Evita Argentinian Steakhouse
3149 W. Devon Ave
Tacos Gingi
3149 W. Devon Ave
Hamachi Sushi Bar
2801 W. Howard St
Chalavi
2931 W. Touhy Ave
Goldman-Segal Kosher Caterer
3411 W. Church St
Premier Catering Chicago
3760 Dempster St
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