Roanoke Hospitality Restaurant & Bar
Prime Group subsidiary Roanoke Hospitality will operate an all-day lobby bar plus a restaurant and bar with outdoor seating on the 25th floor of the historic Jewelers Building. Rooftop dining under cupolas also planned. Construction begins fall 2026, with restaurant and bar concepts scheduled to open in 2027. Part of a $25 million renovation of […]
Top-Floor Restaurant (State Farm Building)
A Rockford developer, Urban Equity Properties, is converting the historic State Farm headquarters building on Washington Street in downtown Bloomington, IL into lofts, a top-floor restaurant, and a ground-floor food court/retail. The restaurant name is not yet specified. First phase of construction, which includes the top-floor restaurant, is expected to wrap up summer 2027. Building […]
Twisted Eggroll
Black-woman-owned takeout-only restaurant specializing in sweet and savory egg rolls (buffalo chicken, apple cheesecake, jerk chicken soul egg rolls). Will occupy a 6,500 sq ft building undergoing a gut rehab estimated at $1.5M. Features smart food lockers for pickup. City Council approved rezoning ordinance. Owner securing city permits to begin renovation. 6-8 month buildout expected […]
Osteria Gilberto
New Italian osteria concept planned for Lincoln Park neighborhood at the corner of Webster and Magnolia. Owner Sergio Barbone (also owner of Bakehouse Chicago bakeries) submitted a liquor license application and is aiming for a July 2026 opening. Restaurant is currently under construction. Menu details and social media pages forthcoming closer to opening.
Heritage Hospitality Group Firehouse Concept
Developers Ryan Cummings and Michael Salvatore are planning a food-and-beverage hospitality concept in the former Engine Co. #102 firehouse. Plans include a café, bar, or similar concept on the ground floor with event/co-working space on the second level. The city-owned property is set to be purchased for ~$350,000. No exact opening timeline announced; financing still […]
Old Town Pour House
Old Town Pour House, a gastropub chain owned by Bottleneck Management, is taking over the former City Social space at 120 N LaSalle Street in Chicago’s Loop. The 6,206 sq ft space will seat 285 inside and 36 outside. Menu includes Nashville hot chicken nachos, smash burgers, and over 90 beers on tap. Planned hours […]
Lolo Y Lola
New concept from Bonhomme Group (Spain and Chicago-based restaurant group) planned for 2576-2580 N Lincoln Avenue in Lincoln Park neighborhood. Space will include an outdoor patio. Liquor license application filed. No menu or opening date released yet. Concept may be Spanish or Latin American based on the name.
Guillotine Bakery
French bakery opening in West Town neighborhood of Chicago. Co-founded by Alizé Bikard, Vincent Didry, and head baker Vince Le Bec. Specializes in French pastries and breads using imported Normandy butter and French flour. Menu includes croissants, kouign amann, pain au chocolat, baguettes, and sandwiches. Coffee program in partnership with Sparrow Coffee. Located in a […]
F1 Arcade
F1 Arcade is opening in River North (former Rock Bottom Brewery space) this summer. Features 70 full-motion racing simulators, first-ever F1 Arcade rooftop terrace, full-service Octane Bar, and food menu by Netflix Drink Masters champion LP O’Brien. Will host Grand Prix watch parties. Seventh U.S. location. No official opening date announced but private event bookings […]
Fine Dining Restaurant / Rooftop Bar (Jewelers Building)
The historic Jewelers Building at 35 E. Wacker Drive is undergoing a $25M renovation that includes a fine dining restaurant, a rooftop bar, and an all-day lobby bar. Construction is expected to begin in 2026, with restaurant and bar concepts slated to open in 2027. Developed by Clayco/CRG and The Prime Group Inc. Specific restaurant […]