# GoldenHour: Chicagoland Deals — Happy Hours & Local Eats

> Verified food and drink deals in Chicago and suburbs. (iPhone/iPad app by AILA JOLIE PIECH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goldenhour-chicagoland-deals/id6783332894 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AILA JOLIE PIECH](https://appshunter.io/developer/6783332896)
- Category: Food & Drink, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 65 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goldenhour-chicagoland-deals/id6783332894/reviews.md

## What is GoldenHour?

Chicago is officially one of the top food cities in the country, and you shouldn’t have to blow your entire paycheck going out with friends. GoldenHour is your live, verified guide to the best food and drink deals across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Every single listing is human-checked before it goes live — zero guesswork.
Whether you’re hunting $1 oysters in West Loop, budget-friendly family dinners in the suburbs, or cheap bites before a concert, GoldenHour shows you what’s actually serving right now.

EAT & DRINK FOR LESS
• Daily Food Deals: Half-price apps, taco Tuesdays, pizza specials, and late-night bites.
• Drink Specials: Local craft brews, cocktail deals, and non-alcoholic options.
• Transparent Pricing: Clear food and drink menus, exact deal hours, and zero mystery charges.

DISCOVER WHAT'S LIVE NOW
• Happening Now: See active food and drink deals sorted by distance from your precise spot.
• Plan Ahead: Tap "Starting Soon" or "Later Today" to lock in dinner plans before heading out.

CITY & SUBURBAN MAP
• Explore deals across downtown, city neighborhoods, and surrounding suburbs.
• Perfect for locals, suburban night-outs, and tourists wanting to eat like a local on a budget.
• Tap a pin for instant deal breakdowns and one-tap directions.

SEARCH & FILTER YOUR WAY (GoldenHour+)
• Filter by day, neighborhood, suburb, cuisine, patio seating, and deal type.
• Family-friendly eats? Late-night bites? Quick drinks? Find exactly what fits the mood.

REAL COMMUNITY, NO STOCK PHOTOS
• Live Updates: Real photos and posts from people actually out eating and drinking right now.
• Check-Ins: Tap "I'm Here" to show a spot is active and help keep the city updated.
• Submit Deals: Spot a great meal deal we missed? Add it in seconds (reviewed by our team).

GoldenHour+ Subscription
• Monthly $2.99/month or Yearly $24.99/year, after a 3-day free trial.
• Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation. Your subscription auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your device Settings.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://goldenhour.gold/terms
Privacy Policy: https://goldenhour.gold/privacy

## Key features

- Live, verified food and drink deals
- Daily food and drink specials
- Transparent pricing and deal hours
- Discover deals happening now or plan ahead
- Explore deals across city and suburbs
- Filter by day, neighborhood, cuisine, and deal type
- Real-time updates and community check-ins

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GoldenHour: Chicagoland Deals | $2.99 | per month |
| GoldenHour: Chicagoland Deals | $24.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #199 in Top Grossing · Food & Drink (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/goldenhour-chicagoland-deals/id6783332894/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Super cool!

*2026-08-12*

This is an awesome app to have that’s Chicago specific. I love the map search to be able to see good deals near me. It takes the decision fatigue out of planning and helps me try new restaurants and bars. Love it!

### 5/5 — <3

*2026-08-11*

I love this app so much, it is so amazing to find out about new places in the city and so easy to use. This is so great to find happy hours as well:)

### 5/5 — Saved me money & time

*2026-08-10*

Love how effortlessly easy it is to find happy hour spots around me!

### 5/5 — OBSESSED!

*2026-08-10*

easy to use, organized by neighborhood, and lots of variety from causal to fancy. My friends and I use it to pick all our happy hour spots🥂

## Frequently asked questions about GoldenHour

### Does GoldenHour have ads?

No, GoldenHour does not contain advertisements. This allows for a cleaner user experience focused solely on finding deals.

### How much does GoldenHour+ cost?

GoldenHour+ offers a monthly subscription for $2.99/month or a yearly subscription for $24.99/year. Both plans include a 3-day free trial.

### Can I cancel my GoldenHour+ subscription?

Yes, you can manage or cancel your GoldenHour+ subscription at any time. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the current billing period ends through your device's settings.

### What devices support GoldenHour?

GoldenHour is currently supported on iPhone devices. Check the app store for potential future compatibility updates on other platforms.

### What is the age rating for GoldenHour?

GoldenHour has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the nature of some late-night or bar-related deals that may be featured.

### How often is GoldenHour updated?

The app was last updated on August 12, 2026, with version 1.0.1. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance.

### What is the user sentiment for GoldenHour?

GoldenHour has received a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 5 ratings, indicating very positive user sentiment based on the available data.

### Can I filter deals by specific criteria in GoldenHour?

Yes, with GoldenHour+, you can filter deals by day, neighborhood, suburb, cuisine, patio seating, and deal type to find exactly what you're looking for.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2026-08-12

Fixed an issue that prevented attaching a menu photo when submitting a deal. Minor stability improvements.

### 1.0 — 2026-08-10

No release notes.

## Related topics

[aila jolie piech](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/aila-jolie-piech)

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-23.*