Bawdy Bingo
Oct
9

Bawdy Bingo

This is a FREE event and walk-ins are welcome — just bring your sass and your squad.

It’s bingo night, but not your grandma’s version — unless she’s into raunchy jokes, loud laughs, and the occasional O69 shout.

We’ve teamed up with Bingo Betches, the queens of uncensored, unfiltered, unapologetically wild bingo. With theater roots and razor-sharp wit, this rotating cast of hosts brings the heat, the humor, and a whole lot of personality.

Expect five rounds of mayhem: bold banter, hilarious nicknames, cheeky prizes, and maybe a few double entendres you can’t un-hear. Whether you’re a bingo virgin or a dauber pro, you're in for a night of belly laughs and balls-to-the-wall fun.

Warning: explicit language, adult content, and occasional dirty looks (all in good fun).

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Brawdy Bar Bingo hosted by Bingo Betches
Sep
4

Brawdy Bar Bingo hosted by Bingo Betches

Balls will drop, voices will rise, and B-I-N-G-O will never be the same. Free to play, walk-ins welcome, sass guaranteed.

This is a FREE event and walk-ins are welcome — just bring your sass and your squad.

It’s bingo night, but not your grandma’s version — unless she’s into raunchy jokes, loud laughs, and the occasional O69 shout.

We’ve teamed up with Bingo Betches, the queens of uncensored, unfiltered, unapologetically wild bingo. With theater roots and razor-sharp wit, this rotating cast of hosts brings the heat, the humor, and a whole lot of personality.

Expect five rounds of mayhem: bold banter, hilarious nicknames, cheeky prizes, and maybe a few double entendres you can’t un-hear. Whether you’re a bingo virgin or a dauber pro, you're in for a night of belly laughs and balls-to-the-wall fun.

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Monsoon Pottery x Sotto
Sep
3

Monsoon Pottery x Sotto

Join us at Sotto for a night of art history, craftsmanship, and Italian bites with ceramic artist Danielle Chutinthranond of Monsoon Pottery.

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the inlay technique used to create Monsoon Pottery’s signature blue and white wares. Danielle will open the evening with a short history lesson on the aesthetic inspirations and techniques you’ll explore. After a carve-along demo, you’ll decorate your own porcelain plate — feel free to come with sketches or design ideas!

The three-hour workshop includes: • A brief art history lesson on inlay and blue & white wares • A welcome wine pour + shared Italian bites served family-style • Hands-on instruction from Danielle • One porcelain plate to carve and decorate using the inlay technique

Plates will be fired and ready for pickup at Sotto in 3–4 weeks. Extra plates available for $40 each. Space is limited to 25 guests!

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Aug
21

Spritz & Spark: A Singles Spritz Social

Ready to swap your dating apps for real-life sparks? Join us for Spritz & Spark: A Singles Spritz Social, Bar Sotto’s cheeky singles night with Bariano. Your $15 ticket scores you a crisp Aperol or Hugo spritz and tasty passed bites — perfect fuel for flirty chats and fresh connections.

We’ll keep the spritzes flowing with exclusive discounts throughout the night, so you can sip, mingle, and maybe find your next crush (or just a new partner-in-spritz). Whether you’re hoping for sparks, a summer fling, or just a fun night out, come raise a glass and see who catches your eye.

Age range: 25–36 — Chicago’s fun, flirty crowd.

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Sip, Savor, Amaro: Four-Course Dinner & Cocktails at Sotto
Jul
31

Sip, Savor, Amaro: Four-Course Dinner & Cocktails at Sotto

Join us at Sotto on Thursday, July 31st, from 5:30–8:30pm for an unforgettable evening celebrating the iconic allure of Campari. Experience a specially curated four-course dinner, each dish expertly paired with a distinctive Campari-based cocktail designed to enhance and complement the flavors of the menu. Highlights include suppli with hay smoked fiore di latte and Sicilian tomato, porchetta-flavored porcelet belly with candied pistachio and blood orange, and decadent cacio e pepe tortellini with prawn crudo and prawn head butter. Dessert will be a delightful surprise to end the night on a sweet note. Whether you’re a devoted Campari enthusiast or eager to discover its timeless appeal, this is an evening of bold flavors, creativity, and Italian-inspired hospitality you won’t want to miss. Seats are limited—reserve yours today!

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A Damn Good Time: Mezcal & Dinner Pairing
Apr
30

A Damn Good Time: Mezcal & Dinner Pairing

Get ready for a night of bold flavors, smoky spirits, and culinary fusion. Sotto is teaming up with Ilegal Mezcal for an exclusive pairing dinner that pushes boundaries.

Indulge in a five-course menu blending Italian and Mexican influences, each dish perfectly matched with Ilegal's handcrafted mezcal. From fennel-smoked pork belly to truffled elote risotto, every bite and sip will take you deeper into the rich world of agave spirits.

Whether you're a mezcal aficionado or just mezcal-curious, this intimate evening promises expertly crafted cocktails, unexpected pairings, and an experience you won’t forget.

Limited seats—reserve yours now!

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An Art Show: From the Loop to the Piazza
Mar
20

An Art Show: From the Loop to the Piazza

Join artist Jenny Jing Zhang for the opening of her month-long exhibition on Thursday, March 20th, from 5:30–7:30 PM. This collection brings together on-location sketches and studio interpretations, unfolding like a sketchbook to capture the essence of city life in Chicago and Europe. Through expressive ink lines and delicate watercolor washes, Jenny portrays the energy of Chicago’s soaring skyline and bustling intersections alongside the charm of Europe’s winding alleys and intimate piazzas. Her work explores the contrasts and connections between these urban landscapes, revealing their layered histories and everyday moments. Experience the art of storytelling through sketching and immerse yourself in a journey across continents.

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