The Don Bally Trio is Debuting at the Eastgate Cafe

It's a Friday night in the middle of a cold winter. But fortunately, if you live in the Western suburbs, the charming Eastgate Cafe at 102 Harrison St., Oak Park is close by with delicious food, (check out the "Tasty Tip" at the bottom of this page!), a full bar including cocktails and a special show on Friday, February 21 - The Don Bally Trio at 7 PM.

Don Bally has been singing at private parties and events for years but this is his club debut. If you like the work of Sinatra and Bennett, you’ll love Don Bally! He’ll perform your favorites from the Great American Song Book accompanied by the Eastgate’s own Doug Lalli on piano and Mike Benning on bass.

Doug leads the Eastgate Cafe's jazz jam session every week and has played at the Green Mill, Pete Millers and the Signature Room in the Hancock Building. Mike Benning has appeared at various jazz venues throughout the city as well.

So come in and unwind from the cares of the week with a delicious gourmet dinner and the music of Don Bally. There's no cover charge and parking is free on the street. The menu is eclectic and includes gourmet soups, fresh salads, homemade entrees like pulled pork, harvest chicken, lasagna, Hungarian sausage, grilled cheeseburgers, pizza and more. On weekends there is a two-drink minimum which can be covered by ordering food or something from the bar.

Tasty Tip: The Eastgate Cafe is offering a special dish for February – Marina Pasta Bowl. Ala dente penne is baked slowly in a rich, flavorful marina sauce and topped by creamy mozzarella cheese. Served with a fresh spring mix salad and a glass of red or white wine, it’s only $15.95 for this performance.