Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer with a three-day weekend offering a last chance to make the most of the nice weather with grilled food, refreshing drinks and music. Restaurants and bars throughout the area extend their weekend brunches to Mondays, offer patriotic specials and host parties to let you have a little fun in the sun. However you prefer to celebrate, you should check out these spots.

The Loop and Near North Side

Electric Shuffle

Play some games of shuffleboard while taking advantage of specials offered throughout the weekend, including $10 espresso martinis and $5 wine, beer and seltzer. 488 N. La Salle Drive, 312-736-7617, electricshuffle.com/us/chicago

Rotisserie Ema

The self-serve restaurant transforms into a fro-yo bar, serving frozen Greek yogurt you can

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