March Dinner Club: A Night in Chicago at Freddy J’s

Some places aren’t just cities—they’re experiences.

Chicago is a deep dish and Italian beef, Old Style at Wrigley, late-night hot dogs, and corner bar conversations. It’s the sharp chill of the wind whipping through downtown, the rumble of the ‘L’ overhead, the smell of charred onions and sport peppers. It’s a city that doesn’t apologize for being bold, loud, and unshakably itself.

And this month, we’re bringing that energy to New Jersey.

This series holds a special place in our hearts. It’s an homage to the Super Secret Supper Club created by Chef Chris Groome at the former Brownies Squared—an experience that inspired us to push boundaries with our food and drink pairings. While we’ve hosted many memorable dinner club events, our last one was way back in October 2022 before restarting in 2025. We’re reigniting that flame and inviting you to join us for this unforgettable experience.

On Wednesday, March 26th, we celebrate Chicago’s food, culture, and attitude with a one-night-only dinner for our monthly Dinner Club Series. To make it even better, we’re teaming up with Wander Back Brewing, a local New Jersey brewery from Vineland, to bring a Chicago-inspired menu with Jersey-brewed craft beers.

This dinner isn’t just about the food. It’s about Chicago. The neighborhood bars, the post-game drinks, the family fights over Italian beef (yes, we’ve watched The Bear). It’s loyalty, history, and a little bit of chaos.

Now, we’re bringing all of that to Mays Landing.

The Experience

📅 Wednesday, March 26th
⏰ Doors open at 7 PM | Dinner starts at 7:30 PM
📍 Freddy J’s Bar & Kitchen
💰 $55 per person | Optional Beer Pairing: $25

The dinner and beer pairing are separate to allow all guests to enjoy the experience, whether they prefer beer or not.

A 20% gratuity and tax will be added to the final bill. A credit card processing fee applies for online reservations.

The Menu: Chicago’s Greatest Hits

We’re serving five courses of authentic Chicago flavors—the kind you’d find in a packed bar after a Cubs game, at a no-frills diner on a Sunday morning, or at a South Side backyard cookout. Each dish will be paired with a featured beer from Wander Back Brewing, proving that great beer doesn’t have to come from the Midwest to match this menu perfectly.

Amuse-Bouche: Stuffed Fried Pickle

A crispy fried pickle wrapped in applewood-smoked bacon stuffed with cream cheese and sharp cheddar delivers the perfect mix of crunch, tang, and creamy indulgence. Pair it with a glass of sparkling wine to start the evening on a bright and refreshing note.

Soup: Deep Dish Pizza Soup

Everything you love about Chicago-style deep-dish pizza is transformed into a rich, hearty soup. The soup has a robust tomato base, layers of melted cheese, Italian sausage, and crispy pepperoni and is finished with herbs and toasted garlic bread for dipping.

Appetizer: The Classic Chicago Dog

A Vienna beef dog served in a poppy seed bun, topped with neon green relish, yellow mustard, sport peppers, fresh tomato slices, chopped onions, a dill pickle spear, and a dash of celery salt. No ketchup—because we know better.

Dinner: An Ode to Italian Beef

Our take on the iconic Italian beef, crafted with slow-roasted, thinly sliced beef, a bold jus, and the signature flavors of hot giardiniera and sweet peppers. Whether plated traditionally, served open-faced, or given a unique interpretation, this dish will genuinely tribute Chicago’s most legendary meal.

Dessert: Brownies Original Chicago-Style

Paying homage to the birthplace of the brownie, we’re serving a rich, fudgy, walnut-topped brownie, finished with a delicate apricot glaze, just like the original from the Palmer House Hotel. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for the ultimate sweet ending.

Beer Pairings: Chicago Flavors, Jersey Brews

For those opting in for the Wander Back Brewing beer pairing, we’ll be featuring:

• Wander Back Lager
• Wander Back Perfectly Cromulent IPA
• Wander Back Helles Lager
• Wander Back Hugo, a Hoppy Pale Lager

Each beer will be carefully selected to enhance and complement each course, proving that you don’t have to go to Chicago for great beer—it’s brewing right here in South Jersey.

A One-Night-Only Event

This dinner isn’t on our menu—it’s made just for this night, for this crowd, for those who love food and drink that tell a story. Seating is limited, and reservations are required.

Click below to reserve your seat online, call us at 609-829-2585, or stop by in person to book.

We’ll save you a seat, pour you a beer, and bring some Chicago to Mays Landing. See you there.