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.

Kozy

Korean restaurant and bar coming to downtown Libertyville, owned by Jay Lim who also owns Naomi Sushi. Will serve comfort food with American and Western flavors plus craft cocktails. Construction currently underway.

Hummingbird Hideaway

New cafe serving acai bowls, smoothies and pastries. Owner Amy Feldman has food service experience and has been planning for 6 months. Will share building space with Ascione Bistro Skokie.

Ground Up Coffee

Third location of Ground Up Coffee opening in The Loop downtown Chicago, serving premium coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, cold brew and handmade food items like spinach & feta and ham & cheese hand-pies

Yuriria’s Kitchen Restaurant

New takeout Mexican restaurant opening in downtown Kankakee with Chipotle-style ordering, serving tacos, barbacoa, Mexican-style baked potato, and breakfast items. Plans for outdoor seating and future drive-thru.