Night life events: Countyline's Firkin Friday features Ankle Biter stout

Firkin Friday

Countyline Tavern's Final Friday Firkin for June will feature BuckleDown Brewing Co.'s Ankle Biter American Stout with cocoa nibs. Stop by the Buffalo Grove bar at 5:30 p.m. June 24 to get a glass for $6. And while you're there, you can check out the Happy Hour menu that runs til 6 with $3 nachos, $6 burgers and other bargains. Countyline Tavern, 800 W. Lake-Cook Road, Buffalo Grove. (847) 520-7447 or countylinetavern.com/

Martini month, part 1

Bar Louie celebrates national martini month with three limited-edition martinis available during happy hour for $5.25 throughout the rest of the month. They are the Martinez, made with Noilly Prat Sweet Vermouth, Hendricks Gin, Angostura Bitters and Grand Marnier; the Knickerbocker, made with Bombay Sapphire Gin, Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth, orange bitters and Angostura bitters; and Dale's Second Chance Martini, made with Ketel One vodka, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Lillet Blanc and Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth. Bar Louie has locations throughout the suburbs. barlouie.com/.

Martini month, part 2

Catch the tail-end of martini month with $5 specialty martinis this Monday at Bonefish Grill. Choices include the Wild Orchid Hawaiian Martini and Ocean Trust Tropic Heat Martini, as well as classics like the Ultimate Infused Dirty Martini and fruity creations like the Fresh Pineapple, Fresh Raspberry, Strawberry Rosé, and Pomegranate Martinis. Bonefish Grill has locations in Schaumburg, Algonquin and Skokie. bonefishgrill.com/.