"When: Mon-Fri 8pm-10pm The Deal: Only available at the bar $9 Wines and Cocktails, $6 Beer, $5-off Appetizers and Pizza Petterino's proximity to the Nederlander Theater makes this Italian spot decorated with autographed photos of actors perfect for a pre-show dinner. But it’s also a solid option for a nighttime snack and drink if you end up stranded in the Loop. Maybe you’re just getting off after cramming work at the office. Or, maybe you need a place to hang after your visiting relatives force you to take them on a nighttime Bean visit. Whatever the case, you can find solace in some affordable drinks and saucy meatballs." - john ringor