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Chicago’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of Summer 2026

Chicago’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of Summer 2026

June 11, 2026June 21, 2026 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

While Chicago summers are typically reserved for festivals and anywhere with access to the great outdoors, there’s a slate of new restaurant openings on the horizon that are…

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A Suburban Chef Brings His Blend of Mexican and Guatemalan Cuisine to Chicago

January 22, 2026January 23, 2026 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Cristian Orozco has come a long way from his start in the hospitality industry as a dishwasher at a Vietnamese restaurant. Since arriving in the U.S. from Guatemala…

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Chicago’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of 2026

December 26, 2025December 26, 2025 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

2026 is right around the corner and with it, a new crop of restaurant openings. There’s a lot to look forward to in the new year, including projects…

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The Team Behind Paulie Gee’s Is Opening a Wicker Park Dive Bar

November 24, 2025November 24, 2025 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Paulie Gee’s chef Tony Dezutter serves up some of the best pizza in Chicago at the Logan Square and Wicker Park outposts of the Brooklyn-based pizzeria, slinging a…

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Jefferson Park’s Famous Barbecue Ribs Are Coming Back

November 4, 2025November 5, 2025 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Jefferson Park’s landmark restaurant Gale Street Inn is gearing up for a December comeback under new ownership, just months after its abrupt closure surprised the local community, reports…

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A Hit D.C. Bagel Shop Is Opening Its First Midwest Location in Wicker Park

October 27, 2025October 27, 2025 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Call Your Mother, the Washington, D.C.-based bagel shop known for its playful spin on deli classics, is bringing its carb-y offerings to Chicago. Husband and wife owners Andrew…

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A New Italian Steakhouse Wants to Be Bucktown’s Go-To for Beef, Pastas, and Late Nights

October 20, 2025October 21, 2025 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Chicago’s crowded steakhouse scene will welcome another contender in December with Dēliz, a neighborhood Italian spot opening in the former Etta space at 1840 W. North Avenue. Restaurateur…

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A Michelin-Recognized Chef Is Bringing Oysters and Bubbles to a Fulton Market Food Hall

September 30, 2025September 30, 2025 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Time Out Market Chicago is getting a splashy new addition this fall from a celebrated Chicago chef. In November, Christian Hunter will debut Hooligan, a 50-seat seafood and…

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Chicago’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings, Fall 2025

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

The hottest season of the year may be unofficially over, but that doesn’t mean the Chicago restaurant scene is cooling off. As we head into fall, there are…

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Honey Butter Fried Chicken Is Opening a Seafood Spin-off

August 22, 2025August 23, 2025 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Honey Butter Fried Chicken is bringing its beloved brand of comfort food to a new setting in September. The popular Avondale restaurant is teaming up with SPF Chicago,…

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A River North Bar Wants to Lure Younger Drinkers With Quality, Affordable Cocktails

November 6, 2024November 7, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ overhaul of the Hub 51 space in River North starts with the unveiling of a wallet-friendly cocktail bar. Gus’ Sip and Dip aims to…

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Michelin-Starred Galit Unveils an All-Day Cafe  in Lincoln Park

Michelin-Starred Galit Unveils an All-Day Cafe in Lincoln Park

November 1, 2024November 2, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

The team behind Michelin-starred Galit will open an all-day cafe next to their award-winning restaurant. Chef Zach Engel and partner Andrés Clavero plan to debut Cafe Yaya this…

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Chicago’s Iconic Big Baby Burger Goes Vegan on the South Side

Chicago’s Iconic Big Baby Burger Goes Vegan on the South Side

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Nicky’s of Beverly is not a vegan restaurant. Since 1997 and across two different locations (three years ago they moved to 105th Street and Western), chef-owner Paul Kostopanagiotou…

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The Purple Pig’s Founding Chef Departs After 15 Years

The Purple Pig’s Founding Chef Departs After 15 Years

October 25, 2024October 26, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Jimmy Bannos Jr.’s last day at the Purple Pig ended with little fanfare as the chef sold his stake in the Loop restaurant. As of Wednesday, October 23,…

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As Raising Cane’s Treads on His Tender Turf, a Chicago Restaurant Owner Clucks Back

As Raising Cane’s Treads on His Tender Turf, a Chicago Restaurant Owner Clucks Back

October 25, 2024October 27, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

As Chicago media fawns over national chicken chain news with announcements about a location at O’Hare International Airport and another at a prominent intersection in Lincoln Park near…

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Five Noteworthy Upcoming Chicago Restaurants to Know

Five Noteworthy Upcoming Chicago Restaurants to Know

October 24, 2024October 25, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Welcome to the Plywood Report, a periodic listing of upcoming restaurants and bars around Chicago of note. We’ll update this semi-regularly, but feel free to email Eater Chicago…

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An Agave Lounge With a Mexican Tasting Menu Will Come to Wicker Park

An Agave Lounge With a Mexican Tasting Menu Will Come to Wicker Park

October 11, 2024October 13, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

An agave lounge with a six-course small bites menu paired with cocktails should debut later this month in Wicker Park. Botánero is from chef and partner Yanitzin “Yani”…

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For Halloween, Pretty Cool Ice Cream Will Transform Into a Scoop Shop

For Halloween, Pretty Cool Ice Cream Will Transform Into a Scoop Shop

October 10, 2024October 10, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Before Dana Salls Cree opened Pretty Cool Ice Cream six years ago in Logan Square, she assumed she’d open a scoop shop. As pastry chef at One Off…

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Middle Brow Will Open a Second Location in Michigan

Middle Brow Will Open a Second Location in Michigan

October 4, 2024October 5, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Middle Brow, the Chicago brewpub that earned a James Beard Award earlier this year as a semifinalist for Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program, is opening a second…

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Christina Tosi and Boka Will Finally Bring Milk Bar to Chicago

Christina Tosi and Boka Will Finally Bring Milk Bar to Chicago

October 1, 2024October 6, 2024 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

In hindsight, Tuesday morning’s news that Milk Bar would finally arrive in Chicago shouldn’t be a surprise. A release blasted the news nationwide, an announcement befitting of Tosi’s…

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