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Jazz Schedule

Weekends at Suzette's highlight jazz artists

See our Events and Entertainment page for details

 

RESERVATIONS highly recommended: 630.462.0898 or Online.

 

MATT PETERSON:Matt Peterson Trio Jazz

From Debussy to Gershwin, Matt's piano styling is comfortable. Join us on Saturday evening for a relaxed dinner, delicious wine and great music. . . a complete evening for all the senses.

Matt Peterson is a classical and jazz pianist from Seattle, WA. He has performed around the country as a soloist and in groups. His accolades include being the overall winner of the Wheaton College Ben Heppner Concerto Competition with Gershwin’s Concerto in F, and being an invited performer to the Monterey Next Generation Jazz Festival. He has also performed with the Disneyland All-American College Band at the Disneyland parks in Anaheim, California, and with the Joffrey Ballet in Chicago. He holds a Masters degree in jazz studies from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University.

Matt is also an in-demand composer of concert works as well as works for film, theatre, and Internet productions. His full-length CDs of his original piano composition, The Bridge, and The Paradise Suite, are available on iTunes. Read more about Matt >

RESERVATIONS highly recommended: 630.462.0898 or Online.

 

Judy Roberts

JUDY ROBERTS:

Though known by the Chicago Tribune as “Chicago’s Favorite Jazz Woman,” Judy is recognized worldwide for her jazz performances. From her multiple Grammy nominations to international jazz festivals from Singapore to Holland to Monterey, California and Newport Beach, Chicago’s London House will always be her flagship. Every musician and every person who loves music; no matter what genre, needs to experience the music of Judy Roberts. There is no one else like her!

GREG FISHMAN:

Greg is a star in his own right, performing with Woody Hermann’s Big Band and countless other well-known performers as well as personally acclaimed both nationally and internationally as an artist and teacher. He has multiple recordings, is author to numerous publications and is teacher and mentor to many of the young musicians emerging on the music scene today. Greg is one of the foremost experts on the music of Stan Getz.

RESERVATIONS highly recommended: 630.462.0898 or Online.

 

Thanks to Carmen Stokes!

Carmen Stokes, Jazz ArtistWe were thrilled to have the talented and engaging Jazz Artist Carmen Stokes perform at Suzette's on Fridays this past spring!

Carmen Stokes entertains patrons on the Baby Grand Piano in our dining room on Friday evenings this fall & winter. Her delightful charm and silky chords are the perfect accompaniment to Suzette's relaxed, French country cuisine.

CARMEN STOKES:
From Classical to Jazz training, Carmen incorporates jazz, gospel, blues, funk, classical and Latin forms into her music. Performing internationally and nationally, she has graced the stage with legendary artist including Dizzy Gillespie, Herbie Hancock, Prince and countless others. Chicago Jazz Legend Ramsey Lewis contacted Carmen to perform his songs at the Chicago Jazz Awards. Her tribute to Lewis commanded a standing ovation and a glowing review from Howard Reich, arts critic for the Chicago Tribune.

 

 

 



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Suzette's 2024 Calendar

Please check back frequently, as we are always updating and adding to our listings.

Additional updates and specials may be found on our Facebook and Instagram pages.

Jan. - Feb.   |   March - April   |   May - June   |   July - Aug.   |   Sept. - Oct.   |   Nov. - Dec.

January, 2024

January 2

First Day Open for 2024

Suzette's Boulangerie & Patisserie and Suzette's Creperie hours may be found here. Closed Mondays.

January 18–28

Restaurant Week in Downtown Wheaton

Cold, blustery weather got you down? Brush off the snow and indulge in comforting French country cuisine! Enjoy Downtown Wheaton's Restaurant Week at Suzette's. View our special 3 for $55 Restaurant Week Dinner Menu, below, and make your reservations today! Lunch specials are also available: click here to view them.

Thursday–Saturday 5:00–8:00 pm

3 for $55*

Choose one:

Three Cheese Soufflé
Pommes Frites
Bowl of French Onion Soup
Bowl of Southwestern Vegetable Chowder
Bowl of Soup DuJour
Side Salad with Mandarin Oranges and Almonds

Choose one:

Chicken Crêpe
Roasted Vegetable Crêpe with Feta Cheese
Beef Bourguignon Crêpe
Mushrooms and Onion Crêpe
Spicy Coconut Shrimp Crêpe
Pork Tenderloins Normandy with sautéed Apples and Mashed Potatoes
Flat Iron Steak with Pommes Frites
Lemon Sole with Vegetables du Jour and Mashed Potatoes
Lamb Ragu with Pasta

Choose one:

Mixed Berry Crêpe
Raspberry and Lemon Curd Crêpe
Warm Caramel Apple Crêpe
Crème Brulee
Two Scoops of Gelato or Sorbet — Daily Selection from our Pâtisserie

*Plus tax and gratuity

 

January 20

Live Jazz Music at Suzette's

Time: 5:30-8:30 pmSuzette's welcomes legends Judy Roberts and Greg Fishman to play in our intimate setting. Every musician and every person who loves music; no matter what genre, needs to experience the music of Judy Roberts. There is no one else like her!

January 27

Live Jazz Music at Suzette's

Time: 5:30-8:30 pmSuzette's is excited to host Matt Peterson as he plays on our baby grand piano—the perfect accompaniment to a night at Suzette's. From Debussy to Gershwin, Matt's piano styling is comfortable and inviting.

February

February 3

Live Jazz Music at Suzette's

Time: 5:30-8:30 pmSuzette's welcomes legends Judy Roberts and Greg Fishman to play in our intimate setting. Every musician and every person who loves music; no matter what genre, needs to experience the music of Judy Roberts. There is no one else like her!

February 6–13 : Mardi Gras Celebration at Suzette's

Laissez les bon temps rouler!

CELEBRATE! CELEBRATE! CELEBRATE!

Our special Mardi Gras menu is sure to "let the good times roll!" See our special menu, below. We are also offering our popular "Breakfast at Brennan’s Style Brunch" menu again. See this menu here. Available Saturday and Sunday, February 10 and 11 from 9:00 am–3:00 pm.

BREAKFAST/LUNCH
Tuesday, Feb. 6–Fat Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024
DINNER
Thursday, Friday and Saturday—February 8, 9 and 10

Mardi Gras Special Menu*

Main Courses:

Shrimp Creole Crepe ... $23.00
Shrimp Creole over Rice ... $24.00
Habañero Chicken Étouffée over Cornbread ... $24.00
Chicken & Tasso Gumbo with Rice ... $20.50
Blackened Catfish with Red Beans & Rice ... $28.00
Braised New Orleans Style Short Ribs with Creamy Grits ... $34.00

Sides:

Red Beans and Rice ... $8.50
Cornbread ... $5.50
Creamy Cheese Grits ... $8.50

*Limited quantities of each item have been prepared. We regret if we do not have your first choice.

Be sure to look at all of the wonderful Mardi Gras items in our Pâtisserie.

 

February 10

Live Jazz Music at Suzette's

Time: 5:30-8:30 pmSuzette's is excited to host Matt Peterson as he plays on our baby grand piano—the perfect accompaniment to a night at Suzette's. From Debussy to Gershwin, Matt's piano styling is comfortable and inviting.

February 13

Fat Tuesday Lunch Specials

Our special Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday menu is sure to "let the good times roll!"

February 14 : Romantic Options for Valentine's day

Valentine’s Day…An Evening of Food, Drink & Romance!

Enjoy Valentine's Day at Suzette's with your special someone. We will be open for dinner with a very special menu for Valentine's Day. Reservations highly recommended for this popular date!

Voted as one of the most "Romantic Restaurants in Chicago," Suzette's has created a special Valentine's menu. Our intimate atmosphere, along with delicious cuisine and award-winning wine list, will create an affair to remember. We have also created beautiful sweets to give to someone even sweeter. Surprise your sweetheart with a selection from our bakery.

Be My Valentine!

Give your sweetie some sweets this Valentine's Day. Check out our chocolate treats at the Patisserie!


February 15

Bordeaux Wine and Food Pairing ClassTime: 6:00–9:00 pm | Instructor: Anton Maletic

Join Anton Maletic as he leads the class in tasting a variety of wines from Bordeaux. Experience this opportunity to compare and contrast the power and allure of this celebrated region. $125 Per Person + Gratuity

February 17

Live Jazz Music at Suzette's

Time: 5:30-8:30 pmSuzette's welcomes legends Judy Roberts and Greg Fishman to play in our intimate setting. Every musician and every person who loves music; no matter what genre, needs to experience the music of Judy Roberts. There is no one else like her!

February 24

Live Jazz Music at Suzette's

Time: 5:30-8:30 pmSuzette's is excited to host Matt Peterson as he plays on our baby grand piano—the perfect accompaniment to a night at Suzette's. From Debussy to Gershwin, Matt's piano styling is comfortable and inviting.

March

March

Lent Specials: Check back for our lent for fish specials that will delight!

Sample Menu (Note: these specials change, so ask your server for today's Lenten Special.)

SHRIMP CREOLE | Whether served over an omelet for breakfast or tucked into a tender crepe for lunch or dinner, Suzette's Creole is spicy, filled with shrimp and warming on a cold day.

BLACKENED CATFISH & FRITES | A zesty catfish filet with Creole seasoning, sauteed in butter.

 

All winter and spring

Our Live Jazz Schedule Has Been Posted on the Entertainment PageTime: 5:30-8:30 pm, varies

Enjoy Spring Jazz Performances by:

Matt Peterson: From Debussy to Gershwin, Matt's piano styling is comfortable. Join us on Saturday evening from 5:30-8:30 pm all Spring for a relaxed dinner, delicious wine and great music. . . a complete evening for all the senses. More about Matt.

Judy Roberts and Greg Fishman: Though known by the Chicago Tribune as “Chicago’s Favorite Jazz Woman,” Judy is recognized worldwide for her jazz performances. From her multiple Grammy nominations to international jazz festivals from Singapore to Holland to Monterey, California and Newport Beach, Chicago’s London House will always be her flagship. Every musician and every person who loves music; no matter what genre, needs to experience the music of Judy Roberts. There is no one else like her! More about Judy and Greg.

March 17

St. Patrick's Day—French Style!

This special menu will bring out the Irish in all of us! At Suzette's we do it French Style—Corned Beef, Cabbage and Whiskey-glazed carrots all wrapped in Puff Pastry with Mustard Bechamel Sauce!

MarcH 31

Celebrate Easter

Happy Spring! Happy Easter! Suzette's is offering a wonderful Easter Brunch this year, including options like Roasted Leg of Lamb and Glazed, Baked Ham. See below for our Special Easter menu. Please make reservations early, as space will fill quickly. We look forward to ushering in spring with you and your family this Easter!

Reservations highly recommended: Call 630.462.0898 or click the yellow button for online reservations.

April

All spring

Check our Entertainment page for our Live Jazz schedule with engaging artists such as Judy Roberts, Matt Peterson and more.

May

May 12

Mother's Day Brunch

Celebrate Mom at Suzette's with an extraordinary Mother's Day Brunch. See all the details of our special Mother's Day Menu on our Du Jour page.

June

June

Enjoy live music at Suzette's this summer!

For more information, see our Entertainment page.

 

June 16

Father's Day

Dads like a special meal out, too. Bring Dad, and the whole family, out to Suzette's to celebrate all that he does!

July

July

Enjoy live music on Suzette's Garden Patio Friday Evenings this summer!

For more information, see our Entertainment page.

 

July 14—Bastille Day!

Celebrate with us: It's Suzette's 24th Anniversary and Bastille Day Celebration!

Come out and celebrate Bastille Day with live jazz! Details to come.

 

 

August

 

August

Enjoy live music on Suzette's Garden Patio Friday Evenings this summer!

For more information, see our Entertainment page.

 

September

Summer entertainment—Live JAZZ!

Live Jazz Friday and Saturday nights. See full schedule >

 

October

All Fall

Live Jazz Saturday nights. See full schedule >

 

November

November 19: Thanksgiving Catering deadline

Suzette's is pleased to help with your Thanksgiving and assorted holiday events. All pre-orders for Thanksgiving must be in by Sunday, November 24 to make a Wednesday November 27 pick-up. All pre-orders for the Christmas Holidays must by in by Sunday, December 15 to make a December 24 pick-up. We will be open 8 am–noon for pick-ups on December 24.

See Suzette's Holiday Side Dish and Sweets List (2024 List to be posted this November) >

Please call 630.462.0898 to place your order.

 

All Fall

Live Jazz Saturday nights. See full schedule >

Thursday, November 21

Beaujolais Nouveau Day

All over France on Thursday, people will be celebrating the day when bottles of this year's Beaujolais Nouveau wine hit the shelves. Beaujolais Nouveau Day has become one of the best known festivals in France and is celebrated all over the world. This young wine, Beaujolais Nouveau, it is on the shelves between six to eight weeks after the grapes are harvested. 

The release date of the Beaujolais was established in 1985. It was decided that the third Thursday in November would be the uniform release date. The main festival is in Lyon where barrels of Beaujolais Nouveau wine are rolled by wine-growers through the centre before being opened.

 

November 29–December 31

Christmas TeaTime:
Tue - Fri: 2:30
Sat: 11:00 am & 2:30 pm
Sun: 10:00 AM & 1:00 pm

Make plans early to join us for this annual holiday tradition. Celebrate the Holidays with your family, work colleagues and best friends at our three-course Christmas Tea. The third course is our scrumptious desserts prepared by Suzette's pastry chefs. Ends December 31.

Please call 630.462.0898 for reservations.

December

Thursday, December TBD

Wine Tasting Class: Annual Bubbly Class—Kick off the Holidays!
See full class schedule >Time: 6:00-9:00 pm

 

December 15: Holiday Catering deadline

Suzette's is pleased to help with your holiday events. To receive catering for Christmas Day, please order by December 15.

See Suzette's Holiday Side Dish and Sweets List >

Please call 630.462.0898 to place your order.

 

All Fall & winter

Live Jazz Saturday nights. See full schedule >

 

November 29–December 31

Christmas TeaTime:
Tue - Fri: 2:30
Sat: 11:00 am & 2:30 pm
Sun: 10:00 AM & 1:00 pm

Make plans early to join us for this annual holiday tradition. Celebrate the Holidays with your family, work colleagues and best friends at our three-course Christmas Tea. The third course is our scrumptious desserts prepared by Suzette's pastry chefs. Ends December 31

Please call 630.462.0898 for reservations.

 

December 25

Christmas Day

Merry Christmas to All! (The restaurant will be closed today to allow our staff time with their families.)

 

December 31

New Year's Eve

Happy 2025 to you and yours!