In order to be in compliance with Illinois' Happy Hour Law, retail licensees may not impose a cover charge unless the fee goes towards the cost of off-setting entertainment costs.
Licensees can, however, bring in special entertainment, such as a band, and charge a cover fee.
There cannot be any drink specials attached to the cover cost. All drink specials must run from open 'til close, and be available to all customers. The ILCC reminds you that required warning signs must be displayed in your place of business. If your establishment sells tobacco products, you must also display the Surgeon General's Warning sign and Sale of Tobacco Accessories sign. Both signs are available in English and Spanish.