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Chicago's Most Anticipated Spring Openings

More than 20 restaurants to get excited about this coming season

East Coast Bagel Shop PopUp Bagels to Open First Chicago Location

The Connecticut-based brand known for its minimalist menu and distinctive serving style is coming to Lincoln Park.

Peoria Considers Expanding Street Food Vendors

City council to vote on new ordinance to allow more food trucks and carts downtown.

Chicago Food Magazine Celebrates 50 Years

Local food publication marks half-century milestone with anniversary party

New Mediterranean Restaurant Coming to Chicago Riverwalk

NAIA, a 12,000-square-foot pan-Mediterranean restaurant, is set to open this spring along the Chicago Riverwalk.

Jeff Mauro Loves Chicago's Trivoli Tavern, But Can't Always Get a Reservation

The celebrity chef says the restaurant is notoriously hard to book, even for him.

Eater and Capital One Host Exclusive Dinners in NYC, Chicago, and Washington, D.C.

Eater's insider access comes to life in a series of buzzy-yet-intimate events for Capital One cardholders.

Oak Park and Forest Park Restaurants Prepare for Spring

Local eateries and shops offer new openings, awards, and seasonal updates as the weather turns warmer.

Mediterranean Steakhouse Evgenia Opens in Downtown Galesburg

Owners Chris Deligiannis and Gina Suhomske bring their vision of classic American steakhouse fare with Mediterranean flavors to a historic Seminary Street location.

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Over 'Boneless Wings' at Buffalo Wild Wings

The court ruled that 'boneless wings' is a fanciful term, not a literal anatomical claim.

Midtown Wine Bar Hosts Atlanta's Most Chill Omakase Experience

Mikasa Omakase pop-up at Larakin wine bar offers a relaxed, intimate omakase dinner twice a week.

Nashville's Hattie B's Hot Chicken opens first Chicago location

The popular restaurant chain known for its Nashville-style heat debuts a new spot next to Wrigley Field.