An old building in Avondale, which once held a popular auto repair shop is said to house the new Lake Effect Brewing Company. Located between Milwaukee and Hamlin avenues, the unassuming building will soon host operatio...
Chef Gene Kato is bringing his robata to a new venue, Itoko, which will cap off the final trio of restaurants at a historic Lakeview location at the former Southport Lanes. Kato, who has served as executive chef of Boka...
A locally loved hamburger chain Small Cheval is opening a brand new spin-off of its popular West Loop Diner. Located on 53rd Street, the Hyde Park location brings diners a simply stripped-back menu complete with delicio...
When the much-loved Fountainhead closed during the pandemic, nobody knew what was going to replace it. After sitting empty for two years, LM Restaurant Group has swooped in to open its third Land & Lake location....
A weekend filled with your favorite country artists, BBQ from the best pit masters, and 30 breweries on tap– what could be better than the Windy City Smokehouse? Had on over to the United Center this weekend to see act...
Get ready for a weekend of music, revelry, and joy at the iconic Wicker Park Fest. With a stacked lineup of musicians, the three-day festival returns today and goes on all weekend long! Keep reading for all the info on...
Christmas lights dazzle, and delight. The classic holiday tunes stay on all night long. Toy trains scoot by on a double-decker track. For the first time ever, Butch McGuires is decking the halls for summer. From July 28...
Celebrated chef Art Smith has opened a new restaurant, Reunion. Featuring Chef Art’s iconic take on southern comfort food with contemporary twists, Reunion also offers a fully stocked Shine Bar with a selection of Moons...
Beat the heat at Texan Tacos with the bottomless bloody marys and tacos galore. The West Loop restaurant, the snazzy restaurant has a glorious rooftop view– AKA the perfect spot for a fun Saturday brunch with your best...
The Tacos y Tamales Festival is returning to Pilsen this weekend! From July 15-17, the festival is back for its annual gathering. The Pilsen-based celebration finds its inspiration from Tianguis, a traditional Mexican a...