Rich Labriola Is Bringing a Little Bit of Everything to Michigan Avenue July 2, 2026 at 6:15 p.m. The founder of Labriola Baking Company is pairing up with John Caputo for a spot with pizzas, pastas, and Stan's Donuts.
Eric Owens Is Conquering the Opera World July 2, 2026 at 6:13 p.m. This baritone—and Chicagoan-to-be—is making his mark, one low D at a time.
Kendal Duque Lands at the Forthcoming Brass Monkey July 2, 2026 at 6:14 p.m. Sepia's opening chef has a new home, which will serve up American-French fusion with a 1970s twist when it opens this fall.
Shake Shack Will Begin Its Chicago Takeover This Fall July 2, 2026 at 6:16 p.m. The first outpost comes to River North sometime in the next few months.
The Best Things to Do in Chicago in September July 2, 2026 at 6:13 p.m. Our monthly roundup of the best theatre, comedy, music, and more to go see now.
The Kitchen Will Take Farm-to-Table to the Next Level July 2, 2026 at 6:19 p.m. Johnny Anderes, late of Telegraph, details the community effort at the new River North spot, opening mid-October.
Dove's Luncheonette Serves Up 'Mex-Tex' in Wicker Park July 2, 2026 at 6:18 p.m. The latest One Off spot, opening next door to Big Star in about a month, offers a Mexican-focused menu with dashes of Southern and soul.
Headquarters Beercade Is Ready for a Replay in River North July 2, 2026 at 6:17 p.m. Expect a lot of the same stuff as the original location in Lake View—plus a fully operational kitchen.
Kokopelli: A Wicker Park Taqueria Born on a Truck in Tijuana July 2, 2026 at 6:18 p.m. There's a focus on seafood and veggie tacos at the Milwaukee Avenue location, which is slated to open in September.
LQ Chicken Shack Shows a Side of Fried Chicken at Lillie's Q July 2, 2026 at 6:17 p.m. Charlie McKenna's new venture, a takeout window next to his Bucktown BBQ joint, is expected to open later this month.