Openings, Closings, Comings & Goings January - March 2011
Openings, Closings, Comings & Goings January - March 2011
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Post #121 - March 4th, 2011, 3:24 pmAccording the the Bite Cafe Facecbook page - Bite Cafe - which closed its doors in January - "for a quick trip to the beauty shop" is offering some previews to its new brunch menu at the empty bottle this weekend
Bite Cafe
1039 N. Western Avenue
Chicago, IL, 60622
773-395-2483
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Post #122 - March 7th, 2011, 9:08 amThis is more of a "not going," but after many months of rumors of a possible move, Sola is staying put.
A brief blurb from their website:
"After five years of success, I have decided to keep sola in the original north center location. I’ve grown to love the neighborhood and all our loyal guests."
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Post #123 - March 7th, 2011, 9:35 amIzard and co. opening a diner--"The Little Goat"--http://chicago.eater.com/archives/2011/03/07/stephanie-izard-gearing-up-to-open-the-little-goat-an-old-school-diner-with-a-twist.php"Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
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Post #124 - March 7th, 2011, 9:41 amAnd you all thought I was being snarky.
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Post #125 - March 7th, 2011, 10:50 amboudreaulicious wrote:Izard and co. opening a diner--"The Little Goat"--http://chicago.eater.com/archives/2011/03/07/stephanie-izard-gearing-up-to-open-the-little-goat-an-old-school-diner-with-a-twist.php
Interesting... sounds good. But is she moving too quickly in opening another spot so soon?
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Post #126 - March 7th, 2011, 11:35 amMortonG wrote:Crazy Jaws in Morton Grove (Waukegan/Dempster) is rumored to be opening in 2 weeks.
It opens March 8th.
9001 Waukegan Rd.
Morton Grove, IL, 60053
847-583-8100
http://crazyjaws.com/Never order barbecue in a place that also serves quiche - Lewis Grizzard
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Post #127 - March 7th, 2011, 3:56 pmHad to stop at the new Chicken Planet today, for their grand opening.
I got there at 1:15 -- there was a line outside the door. Lunch was as good as I remember from the original store, and I will be back again. They also offered punch cards for frequent customers at the new place only -- I will definitely be filling mine up and getting a free lunch in the near future.
Suzy" There is more stupidity than hydrogen in the universe, and it has a longer shelf life."
- Frank Zappa
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Post #128 - March 7th, 2011, 6:59 pmLooks like the Culvers on Roosevelt in Berwyn is back under construction.
Yay!
"Very good... but not my favorite." ~ Johnny Depp as Roux the Gypsy in Chocolat
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Post #129 - March 7th, 2011, 11:39 pmEarwax in Wicker Park is history.
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Post #130 - March 8th, 2011, 7:22 amtem wrote:Earwax in Wicker Park is history.
Now if they could do something about the hipster facial hair I'd move back.
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Post #131 - March 10th, 2011, 3:08 pmAl's Italian Beef is opening a location in Wrigleyville sometime this month, according to Metromix. Their facebook page states that they are just waiting for final permits. I'm looking forward to bringing a couple beefs into Wrigley Field this summer.
Al's #1 Italian Beef
3420 N. Clark
Chicago, IL 60657"And if you don't know, now you know." -BIG
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Post #132 - March 10th, 2011, 3:23 pmFish Bar opened yesterday next to DMK Burger Bar. Menu:http://www.fishbarchicago.com/Fish-Bar-Final-Menu.pdf
On their website, they appear to offer a real time, birds-eye web cam of the bar. I could see this being extremely useful to check if there's a wait.
They're not currently offering carry out but will in the future, according to the waitress. I'm happy that there will be another option for picking up food before a Cubs Game. Grabbing a lobster roll to bring into Wrigley Field sounds like a great start to an afternoon of baseball.
Fish Bar
2956 N. Sheffield
Chicago, IL 60657
773-687-8177"And if you don't know, now you know." -BIG
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Post #133 - March 10th, 2011, 4:26 pmNella Pizzeria which morphed into Francesca's Pizzeria is closed as of Monday. A sign on the door said the Taylor Street one was open. It's been in death throe's since Nella herself left last April.
Nella Pizzeria Napoletana/Francesca's Pizzeria
2423 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60614
773-327-3400For what we choose is what we are. He should not miss this second opportunity to re-create himself with food. Jim Crace "The Devil's Larder"
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Post #134 - March 10th, 2011, 11:54 pmmkess wrote:Fish Bar opened yesterday next to DMK Burger Bar.
Exactly one day after their opening, we walked by around 7 on our way to something, and again around 9 on our way back. At 7 they were packed; at 9 they were even more packed.
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Post #135 - March 11th, 2011, 2:33 ammhill95149 wrote:tem wrote:Earwax in Wicker Park is history.
Now if they could do something about the hipster facial hair I'd move back.
Not so fast...
From their Facebook page:"Due to popular demand Earwax will re-open after a menu overhaul and cleaning tomorrow. Kurt Guzowski, formerly Executive Chef of Landmark Grill has spruced up the vegetarian and vegan-focused menu, keeping a few of the old favorites and adding some new dishes and ever-changing daily specials. You guys have convinced us to re-open, despite some difficulties, and to stick with the tried and true concept of the cafe."
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Post #136 - March 11th, 2011, 10:48 amand fRedHots in Glenview announced on their Facebook page today that the restaurant will not be reopening.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fredhots- ... 17?sk=wall
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Post #137 - March 11th, 2011, 6:46 pmOpening in a few weeks - Tilted Kilt - Oak Brook (22nd and Midwest Rd.)
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Post #138 - March 11th, 2011, 6:53 pmAnd just when the GNR period ended.
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Post #139 - March 11th, 2011, 8:13 pmrfleisch1 wrote:and fRedHots in Glenview announced on their Facebook page today that the restaurant will not be reopening.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fredhots- ... 17?sk=wall
That is sad news! What a great place and owner.
I am glad I was able to make a few trips up there and was able to have a lunch event with a few friends."Very good... but not my favorite." ~ Johnny Depp as Roux the Gypsy in Chocolat
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Post #140 - March 11th, 2011, 9:00 pmSnuggery Schaumburg (old Alumni club) opening this month
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Post #141 - March 12th, 2011, 1:52 pmjchicago wrote:Opening in a few weeks - Tilted Kilt - Oak Brook (22nd and Midwest Rd.)
That makes eight in the Chicago area. What's the appeal?
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Post #142 - March 12th, 2011, 1:54 pmLAZ wrote:jchicago wrote:Opening in a few weeks - Tilted Kilt - Oak Brook (22nd and Midwest Rd.)
That makes eight in the Chicago area. What's the appeal?
I think a google image search for tilted kilt might answer that question for youRonnie said I should probably tell you guys about my website so
Hey I have a website.
http://www.sandwichtribunal.com
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Post #143 - March 12th, 2011, 2:15 pmHooters for the next generation
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Post #144 - March 12th, 2011, 5:35 pmWhat, you don't like boobs?
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Post #145 - March 12th, 2011, 7:23 pmFrom Uptown Update, Cairo Restaurant & Lounge will be moving into the former Wild Pug spot on Broadway near Lawrence.
http://www.uptownupdate.com/2011/03/cai ... -soon.htmlComing soon Spring 2011. International food, live entertainment, special events, open late night, and high quality fresh food at reasonable prices.
http://www.uptownbusinesspartners.com/u ... ectory.php
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Post #146 - March 14th, 2011, 9:46 amPie Lady wrote:What, you don't like boobs?
I'm a BIG fan. Just stating what the appeal of the Tilted Kilt is.
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Post #147 - March 14th, 2011, 10:16 amChefcon wrote:Pie Lady wrote:What, you don't like boobs?
I'm a BIG fan. Just stating what the appeal of the Tilted Kilt is.
I never understood the appeal of the faux Irish pub either, but they're all over this city, so I can see why adding scantily clad women to that tried and true formula would work.
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Post #148 - March 15th, 2011, 11:49 amblipsman wrote:SoupBox in the Ogilvie Station food court is gone... some of the soups are now available at healthy food place (can't remember name) two spots down.
...its replacement is...Chutney Joe's. Signs up, work still being done.
Never eaten at the original, but here's the LTH thread on that one."Ah, lamentably no, my gastronomic rapacity knows no satiety" - Homer J. Simpson
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Post #149 - March 15th, 2011, 12:58 pmclogoodie wrote:blipsman wrote:SoupBox in the Ogilvie Station food court is gone... some of the soups are now available at healthy food place (can't remember name) two spots down.
...its replacement is...Chutney Joe's. Signs up, work still being done.
Never eaten at the original, but here's the LTH thread on that one.
I liked Chutney Joe's when it first opened but the quality has fallen off. Regardless of when I go I get the impression that the food's been sitting out a while. It's Indian food with a Chipotle format, so at the very least you'd expect freshness in the presentation but it's just too steam-table-y for my taste.
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Post #150 - March 17th, 2011, 12:02 am
Every restaurant needs a cleaning once every 15 years or so.ziggy wrote:tem wrote:Earwax in Wicker Park is history.
Not so fast...
From their Facebook page:"Due to popular demand Earwax will re-open after a menu overhaul and cleaning tomorrow.
