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Tuesday, April 30
The fifth annual food festival featuring Halsted Street restaurants happens this evening from 6:00 to 9:00. Among the restaurants providing food: Ann Sather; Cornelia's; Chicago Diner; Yoshi's; Firefly; X/O; HB; Kit Kat Lounge; and many more. All you can eat! Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. The festival takes place at the corner of Halsted & Aldine. You can purchase tickets at participating restaurants, or call (773) 353-5939.