United Center’s Refreshed Food-Beverage Menu Blends Classics, New Recipes
As the Bulls and Blackhawks prepare to play their first home games of the season later this month, the chefs at the United Center hope their new menu will score too.
The new concessions menu unveiled Monday offers a true variety. Think of Chicago classics: hot dogs and Italian beef. But also more innovative selections such as tuna nachos, espresso martinis, and jalapeno margaritas.
If you’re feeling extra fancy, you can even stop by Queenie’s Super Club restaurant for a herb-crusted prime rib for $63.
The Vienna Beef Double Dog is a new menu item.
New Menu Items
• A new avocado dip from Chicago’s Little Goat Diner, available in sections 114 and 230.
• A new Vienna Beef double dog, a “homage to the Chicago classic” with a natural casing that “gives it that nice snap.” Available at Chicago Dish locations in sections 104, 222, 305, and 322.
• A prime rib onion roll, made of shaved steak, crispy onions, Dijon cheese, and spicy barbecue sauce. Find it at MadWest in section 105.
• A new meatball giardiniera pizza from Giordano’s.
• Honey Butter Fried Chicken, which has new crispy chicken strips similar to the classic it sells at its location at Elston and Roscoe, but made in a “new juicier, more crispy style.” Available in section 115.
• Ora King Salmon, an example of a new innovative food option.
The revised menu, also available during concerts, includes a new Ora King Salmon, a nitro espresso martini, and a prickly jalapeno margarita.
New Partnerships
Many of the new items were created by Levy Restaurants, the United Center’s food and beverage contractor since 2009. The restaurant group also provides concessions at Wrigley and Soldier fields.
The United Center’s beverage menu also got a refresh.
• Anti-Hero, an India pale ale from Revolution Brewing, is available for the first time, according to Nathan Sears, the United Center’s assistant director of operations for premium.
• A nitro espresso martini, made with nitro cold brew coffee, is available at the Kettle One Bar in section 104.
• A prickly jalapeno margarita, available at the Chicago Pours Bars in sections 201 and 218.
Conclusion
The United Center’s new menu blends classic Chicago favorites with innovative new options, offering something for everyone. With new partnerships and creations from Levy Restaurants, the United Center is sure to be a winner this season.
FAQs
* When are the Bulls and Blackhawks playing their first home games of the season?
+ The Blackhawks start their season on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. against the San Jose Sharks. The Bulls begin their regular season home opener on October 26, 2024, against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
* Where can I find the new menu items?
+ The new menu items are available in various locations throughout the United Center, including Chicago Dish, MadWest, Honey Butter Fried Chicken, and more. Check the map or ask staff for more information on where to find specific items.
