Pl-zen gastropub (1519 W. 18th St.) celebrates its one-year anniversary in the neighborhood from 5-11 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16. Many of the gastropub's new fall menu items — inspired by Pl-zen Chef José Alberto's recent trip to South America — will be available at the party. There will also be specialty $5 cocktails and beers from Wansas Tequila and 5 Rabbit brewery.

Reservations are highly recommended. Email cesar@pl-zen.com.