A Massively Revamped Vienna Beef Factory Is Finally Coming Back To Bucktown
Similar to Taylor Swift, who just recently took over Chicago’s Soldier Field and is known to rise up from the dead (she does it all the time),…...
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Hot Doug’s Is Coming Out Of Retirement For A One-Time Party At Honey Butter Fried Chicken
There are plenty of incredible spots around Avondale, from the spooky coffee shop The Brewed to Cultura Ccafe serving up delicious Guatemalan inspired empanadas and Lake Effect Brewing, which…...
Portillo’s Is Opening 3 New Chicago-Area Restaurants With 1 To-Go Restaurant
We all love a good Chicago hotdog and Portillos fits the bill every time. The Illinois-founded chain (which just turned 60!) is opening another 3 restaurants…...
A Small Cheval Is Coming To Wrigleyville This Spring With A Full-Service Bar and Burgers
We all know and love Au Cheval, and its respective spin-off Small Cheval, which has been serving up burgers and fries across Chicago since 2015. Now, prepare yourself for an official Wrigleyville location said to open...
‘Let’s Talk Womxen’ Is Hosting A Stunning Foodie Bash This Thursday To Kick Off Women’s History Month
Taking place this Thursday, March 2nd, at Moe’s Cantina in River North, 35+ women-owned restauranteers are gathering for a can’t-miss gourmet tasting event in the Chicago area. The event’s theme is gold glamour th...
Everything You Need To Know About Chicago’s 16th Annual Restaurant Week Lineup
Chicago Restaurant week, a beloved 17 day celebration taking place across the city, is back for another year of delicious food and incredible skill that celebrates the award winning culinary scene. Now in its 16th year,...
35 Amazing Activities For An Unforgettable January In Chicago
It’s time to finally say goodbye to 2022, and welcome in 2023. And so, another year has drawn to a close and we start off the year anew with more normalcy than we’ve had for quite some time. Despite the arrival of...
Christkindlmarket To Close Early Due To Severe Weather Conditions
With an unprecident storm on the horizon, we here at Secret Chicago hope you stay safe, and warm during this winter storm. With expected high winds and heavy snowfall, schools, local shops, and yes even the Christkindlm...
Watch The World Cup At The Rambler’s Special Viewing Party This Year
Get ready for some soccer as the World Cup 2022 returns this year for a triumphant competition featuring the best of the best. Luckily, two local Chicago spots are already planning ahead with viewing parties scheduled o...
A Hidden Diner Connected To A Neighborhood Gas Station Serves Up The Best Burgers In Rogers Park
Burger Bite sits at 1500 W. Devon Ave. in a spot connected to a neighborhood gas station. Yet, it has gained a large following of devoted diners– coming from all over the city to try out classic meat and veggie burgers,...