Chick-fil-A
New Chick-fil-A location opening in Wicker Park, taking over combined storefront previously occupied by USPS post office and Dunkin’/Baskin-Robbins. Part of expansion plan for 15 new Chicago area locations by 2027.
Carmine’s
Italian restaurant from Rosebud Restaurant Group reopening after years-long $4 million renovation. Features 40-seat private dining area, four season outdoor patio, and timeless supper club design with classic Italian-American dining.
Chick-fil-A
Forsyth planning commission approved five ordinances for new Chick-fil-A location. Plans go to village board for approval on Jan. 20, with work expected to begin in spring if approved.
L Station Chophouse
New chophouse concept from L Station owner Le’Roy Patterson, serving prime steaks with Miami and Las Vegas upscale dining experience. Buildout has just finished and opening next month in Old Town.
Ancient Grounds Coffee
Coffee shop expanding to West Loop for flagship location. Known for unique creations like cereal lattes with flavors like Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Honey Nut Cheerios. Will be two blocks from Target on W Van Buren Street.
Slyce of NY
Third location of New York-style pizza restaurant known for slices and gyros, opening in downtown Naperville behind Nando’s PERi-PERi and Noodles and Company
The Alley Cat
West Town dive bar from Tung & Cheek Hospitality featuring batch cocktails, beer-and-shot specials, and bar snacks. Located in former Takito Kitchen space with vintage decor.
Local Note
Intimate jazz club seating approximately 45 customers, serving cocktails only with no food. Open mid-evening Tuesday through Sunday, closing at 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 11 p.m. other nights. Located in downtown Evanston with entrance through alley system.
Qdoba Mexican Eats
Qdoba planning aggressive expansion with 15 Chicago area openings over next few years, 10 by end of 2027. Multiple locations with signed leases including Elmhurst, Bloomingdale, and Downers Grove. Part of plan for 100 annual openings by 2027 nationwide.
Bally’s Chicago
34-story Bally’s Chicago hotel and casino complex, part of $1.7 billion development project. Construction underway over Ohio feeder ramp.