🔥
Lag B'Omer 5786 in Skokie
Skokie'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 17 Skokie-area restaurants, caterers, and bakeries serving the community — most concentrated around Skokie. Plan your Lag B'Omer 5786 meals with verified kosher certification details for every establishment.
Traditional Lag B'Omer Foods
Find these classics at Skokie 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 Skokie
YOKO
4731 W. Main St
Ken's Diner and Grill
3353 W. Dempster
The Sandwich Club
4507 Oakton St
Mizrahi Grill Skokie
9149 N. Gross Point Rd
Ta'boun Grill Skokie
8808 N. Gross Point Rd
Crunch
8170 McCormick Blvd
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
Bites of Pleasure
4006 Main St
Zelda's Sweet Shoppe
4113 W. Main
Goldman-Segal Kosher Caterer
3411 W. Church St
Premier Catering Chicago
3760 Dempster St
Shallots Bistro Catering
7016 Carpenter Rd
Shallots Bistro
7016 Carpenter Rd