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Nisos is Bringing Elevated Mediterranean Cuisine to the West Loop

Restauranteur Brad Parker hopes to transport guests to the Mediterranean through his new West Loop restaurant — and make its head chef an international star.

Beatrix is Opening in the Loop This Spring

The eatery will offer coffee, cocktails and "healthful comfort food" at its fifth Chicago outpost.

R&A Bread Bakers is Opening in Lincoln Square

Thanks to the success of their lockdown hobby, the husband-and-wife team behind the bagel shop will soon open their first brick-and-mortar store.

Sunda New Asian is Coming to Fulton Market District

The second Chicago outpost of the popular Asian fusion restaurant will make its debut next year.

Tangled Roots is Opening a New Restaurant in DeKalb

Keg & Kernel will join the brewing company's portfolio of restaurants across Illinois.

Load A Spud is Coming to Rogers Park

The baked potato bar will serve up its signature spuds, with an open ear for ideas from the community.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is Expanding in Chicago

The fast-casual burger chain will add 20 new outposts across the region.

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