Shopping & Dining

Shop at the Zoo

The Gift Shop

10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Browse unique, nature-inspired items for kids and adults, including apparel, handcrafted jewelry, travel gear, souvenirs, games, puzzles, educational toys, books, and a huge variety of plush animals. Every purchase helps keep the zoo free and open to all while advancing world-class animal care, global wildlife conservation, and local learning opportunities.

Lincoln Park Zoo and AAA members get a 10% discount on all gift shop purchases.

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Dine at the Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo and AAA members receive a 10% discount at all zoo dining locations.

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The Patio at Café Brauer

Vegetarian, Gluten-Free*
Open Seasonally

Weekdays, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. & Weekends, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

The Patio at Café Brauer offers panoramic views of Nature Boardwalk, a restored native ecosystem, and soaring skyscrapers. Dine on savory small plates and specialty burgers. Sip cocktails, craft-brewed ales, and wine.

*Gluten-free options are not listed on the menu. If you have allergic or dietary restrictions, please inform your server and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

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Park Place Café

Vegetarian, Gluten-Free*
Open Year-Round

Weekdays, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. & Weekends, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Mexican and Italian food, burgers, sandwiches, salads, beer, wine, ice cream, and more. Indoor and outside seating available. Park Place Café is open for takeout. Meals can be ordered in person or via QR code.

Sign up for REUSO to check out a reusable container for free at Park Place Café. Just remember to return it! To start, text GETREUSO to 567-749-5995. Then, during your next visit, text LPZOO to receive your custom PIN. Visit www.reuso.io to learn more.

*Gluten-free options are not listed on the menu. If you have allergic or dietary restrictions, please inform your server and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

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