The Belmont
New American steakhouse from Empire Restaurant Group opening at former Catch 35 location. Sixth concept from owner Will Cullen who operates other restaurants in downtown Naperville including The George and Empire Burgers + Brew.
Level Sporting Club
Women’s sports bar opening in Wrigleyville by former Northwestern basketball player Clarissa Flores. Features elevated gastropub menu by Michelin-starred chef Amanda Barnes. Located near Wrigley Field.
7 Brew
7 Brew drive-thru coffee shop coming to Route 120 at Belvidere West Commons subdivision in Grayslake. Operated by franchise company Who Brew which has other Chicago area locations.
Belmont Tavern
Historic Polish dive bar being revived after 25 years of dormancy by veteran bartender Nick Kokonas. Features $12 cocktails, restored 1890s building with original glass-brick bar, tin ceiling, and pegged wood floor. Located in Avondale neighborhood near Blue Line Belmont El stop.
Zenwich
Asian-inspired sandwich shop opening second location in Edgewater neighborhood, featuring Thai barbecue pork belly, Sichuan spicy chicken, and Taiwanese braised pork on ciabatta bread. Owner has existing location in Elmhurst.
Woodlawn Central Hotel
Hotel to be part of first phase of Woodlawn Central development, a 14-story mixed-use complex including 231 residences, hotel, and retail space. Development seeking city zoning approval.
Bally’s Chicago
$1.74 billion casino, hotel and entertainment complex being built at former Chicago Tribune Freedom Center site. Opening pushed back to 2027 with construction currently underway.
Foundry Park Hotel
11-story, 156-foot-tall hotel building with 180-200 rooms as part of the $3 billion Foundry Park mixed-use development. Located in Subarea D, bound by N. Southport Ave, W. Cortland St, and N. Kingsbury St.
Bally’s Chicago
$1.7 billion casino complex with 500 hotel rooms, 3,300 slots, 173 table games, 3,000-seat entertainment venue, 2-acre public park, six restaurants, food hall and three bars in River West
De Colores Mexican Grill
Second location for Edgewater Tacos owner, featuring Mexican and Ecuadorian dishes including tacos, burritos, and fajitas. Space is being gutted for complete redesign.