Category: New restaurants

Carlos Gaytán's artisan Mexican bakery Panango offers authentic menu

Carlos Gaytán's artisan Mexican bakery Panango offers authentic menu
Chef Carlos Gaytán’s highly anticipated Mexican Bakery, Panango opens today just in time to celebrate Day of the Dead. Panango, from the Michelin-starred Gaytán (Mexique) is a vibrant spot in River North that offers breads, sweets, soups, salads, sandwiches and breakfast items for those dining in or on the go. The bakery is part two of the three food... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
November 1, 2019 at 10:38 am • 

Krispy Kreme doughnuts to open their first Downtown Chicago location

Krispy Kreme doughnuts to open their first Downtown Chicago location
Krispy Kreme, a global retailer of premium-quality sweet treats, is rolling out its iconic doughnuts to the Windy City with the opening of its first Downtown Chicago location in the Loop at Block 37 in early October. “After reestablishing the Krispy Kreme brand in Homewood, Evergreen Park and Hillside, we have found the perfect spot for our... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
August 5, 2019 at 9:31 am • 

Lucky Strike Social coming to Wrigleyville

Lucky Strike Social coming to Wrigleyville
Lucky Strike Entertainment (LSE) will debut its latest creation, Lucky Strike Social Wrigleyville, in the shadow of Wrigley Field this February at 1027 W Addison St. LSE bills itself as a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience that brings together chef-driven food and craft beverages, along with eight Lucky Strike Lanes, over 100 electronic gaming systems including Daytona Championship USA Motion... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
January 29, 2019 at 11:04 am • 
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Is City Barbeque the real deal?

Is City Barbeque the real deal?
“For every great barbecue restaurant, there are approximately 200 bad ones plying customers with meat that has been baked, braised, boiled, and cloaked in a sickly sweet sauce.” … Thrillist The question, that I asked myself as I headed to a soft opening at City Barbeque (spelled with a “q” not a “c”) in Vernon... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
October 8, 2018 at 9:23 am • 

Shore Club: One-of-a-kind beachfront dining comes to Chicago

Shore Club: One-of-a-kind beachfront dining comes to Chicago
Just when you thought summer couldn’t get any better beachfront dining arrives in Chicago Forget, Palm Beach, Palm Springs, Tahiti, Chicagoans and visitors, in the number one restaurant city in the nation, can now dine, imbibe and mingle on the “third” coast at Chicago’s newest alfresco restaurant, Shore Club on North Avenue Beach overlooking Lake... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
August 15, 2017 at 11:00 am • 

Cruz Blanca Brewery: an authentic taste of Mexico in the West Loop

Cruz Blanca Brewery: an authentic taste of Mexico in the West Loop
Rick Bayless has done it again. His casual style Taqueria and Brewery, Cruz Blanca Cerveceria, which opened a little over a year ago in the West Loop (904 W. Randolph) is packing them in. The restaurant, that was four years in the making, was inspired by Emil Dercher, the brewer who left France to go... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
August 7, 2017 at 9:27 am • 
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Chicago restaurants: What's hot right now

Chicago’s restaurant scene continues to amaze. Just when you think things can’t get any hotter, new concepts take life, new spaces are filled, neglected areas become food destinations, top chefs cook up innovative menus while we get to enjoy it all. Here are some of Chicago Eats favorite buzz-worthy restaurants that have opened in the... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
December 19, 2016 at 9:51 am • 

Head to Highwood's 210 Restaurant for live music, dance & good food

Head to Highwood's 210 Restaurant for live music, dance & good food
The theme of Highwood’s 210 Restaurant is “Food for the Body, Music for the Soul, and liquor just because.” The recently opened 210 Restaurant & Live Music Lounge, located at 210 Green Bay Road, in Highwood has an interesting history. It’s been around since 1949 starting life as a bowling alley some may remember as Mary... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
November 28, 2016 at 10:07 am • 

Raised: A look inside Chicago’s newest Rooftop Bar

The elegant rooftop space at Raised offers a variety of seating choices.
Raised, An Urban Rooftop Bar opened Friday, May 13 on the third floor of One West Upper Wacker in the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel. The chic new rooftop features a unique menu crafted by Chef Daniel Perez and an innovative beverage program from William Nykaza. The expansive outdoor space offers fresh flowers, fire pits, cabanas, couches,... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
May 16, 2016 at 9:16 am • 
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Coconutz Chicago: the perfect escape for a cold Chicago day

Coconutz Chicago: the perfect escape for a cold Chicago day
Tropical Island paradise is not a term one typically associates with Chicago but Coconutz Chicago is out to change that–at least at one spot–their tropical oasis featuring a Caribbean vibe that will open on Division Street (13 W. Division) in early December (exact date TBA). Guests can chill out or better yet warm up in... Read more »
By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
December 1, 2015 at 11:20 am •