Jose Garces's Rural Society Will Launch in Streeterville Soon July 2, 2026 at 5:53 p.m. The man behind Mercat a la Planxa will set up his Argentine steakhouse in a new hotel beginning March 2.
Alinea Set to Overhaul Its Dining Room—and Its Dining Experience July 2, 2026 at 5:57 p.m. Superchef Grant Achatz explains the upcoming changes, and also leaks more details about Roister, his first à la carte restaurant, scheduled to open in the spring.
Taste on Chestnut Will Merge Two Spaces in Winnetka July 2, 2026 at 5:53 p.m. Steve Leviton's French technique will be on display starting January 29.
Burger Bar Chicago Will Open a Second Location in the South Loop July 2, 2026 at 5:54 p.m. Starting Thursday, you can get this burger and a lot of beer at the new spot.
Luella's Southern Kitchen Will Bring a Taste of Mississippi to Lincoln Square July 2, 2026 at 5:59 p.m. The chef, a veteran of the Conrad Hotel, will call on his great-grandmother's recipes at the fast-casual spot coming next month.
The General Will Charge Into Logan Square This Spring July 2, 2026 at 5:56 p.m. The new spot will be part taco-barbecue fusion, part boutique grocer.
Get Ready for Ramen from Shin Thompson in Wicker Park July 2, 2026 at 5:57 p.m. Come February the Kabocha chef will offer up a Tokyo-style ramen spot where the bowls start around $7.
2014’s Best and Worst in Chicago Classical Music July 2, 2026 at 5:55 p.m. The Lyric Opera’s Rusalka was a highlight, but elsewhere too many stages went dark.
Brendan Sodikoff Will Bring Back Dillman’s July 2, 2026 at 5:58 p.m. The restaurateur says he'll give the Jewish deli another go in the next few months.
East Will Take Over the My Thai Space Next Month July 2, 2026 at 5:59 p.m. The Hot Woks Cool Sushi team has the new restaurant all planned out—casual, healthy spins on sushi, ramen, and stir fry.