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In the Era of Downsizing, Why (and How) This Pizzeria More Than Doubled Its Dining Room

Photos courtesy of Lantern Pizza Co. In an era where many pizzerias are downsizing versus expanding, Lantern Pizza Co. in Downers Grove, Illinois, recently opened a new dining room, growing to more than 100 seats over its previous 38. The Neo-Neapolitan concept’s new kitchen-view dining room also doubles as a versatile private event space with flexible seating.

Downers Grove, IL · 2d
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Black McDonald's Operators Association hosting turkey giveaways in across Chicago

The Black McDonald's Operators Association is relaunching its 26th Big Turkey Giveaway in Chicago's Austin neighborhood on Tuesday.

Chicago, IL · 11h

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Evanston's New Ryan Field Turns Into Winter Food Market With Bayless, Izard Pop-Ups

New Ryan Field is trading football tailgates for tamales and twinkling lights this winter. Ryan Sports Development announced that The Village at New Ryan Field will transform into a seasonal food market, with holiday menus from Chicago chefs, a 24-artisan gift market and a stadium-side light garden running through the holiday season.

Evanston, IL · 1d
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Giordano’s Reopening in Lakeview Closer to Wrigley Field

Those in the neighborhood need not worry about the chain leaving for good. Giordano’s has just broken the news that a new location is on the way to Wrigleyville in the near future. An exact address has not been released, but fans can be assured it is moving closer to Wrigley Field. The opening date will be sometime in 2027.

Chicago, IL · 1d
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Torali Italian Steak Unveils New Fall/Winter Menu at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

Torali Italian-Steak has unveiled its fall and winter menus under Executive Chef Damion Henry, bringing a seasonal perspective to the restaurant’s signature blend of contemporary steakhouse dining and coastal Italian influences. Spanning breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails, the refreshed menus showcase seasonal produce, ingredients from regional producers and Italian-inspired preparations suited to Chicago’s colder months. Among the highlights are slow-braised meats, dry-aged specialties designed for sharing and a beverage program featuring cocktails named for the city’s streets and neighborhoods.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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This Month’s Featured Dishes | November 2026

Must try appetizers, entrees and desserts available at. local Fox Valley restaurants. The Graceful Ordinary’s seasonal Pumpkin Chai “Supreme” Croissant features flaky layers filled with pumpkin diplomat cream and chai, finished with a white chocolate spiced ganache. Available during Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Aurora, IL · 1d

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Boasting bar-and-grill pride with a local vibe

Nestled inside of Elmwood Park’s de facto downtown district monikered “the circle,” Union Tap has built a solid local reputation as a friendly neighborhood bar serving up savory pub grub and fanciful libations over the past seven years. Ever since opening the doors in November 2019, owner...

Elmwood Park, IL · 1d

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Every Chicago 2026 Eater Award Winner, Mapped

The best restaurants, bars, and bakeries of 2026, according to Eater editors. The 2026 Eater Awards, presented by Capital One, brought some of the most memorable restaurants to the forefront. This year in Chicago, we honor the Best New Restaurant, Chef of the Year, Best New Bakery, Dish of the Year, and Best New Restaurant and Bar Combo. Here are the award recipients that made their mark on Chicago’s culinary scene in 2026.

Chicago, IL · 12h

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Mendocino Farms Submits Application for Possible Fourth Location in Lincoln Park

A storefront that was once Cilantro Taco Grill looks to be hosting a new tenant in the future. The team at Mendocino Farms recently submitted a liquor license application for 2256-2258 N Orchard Street in the neighborhood. This would be the fourth Chicago location from the California-based company. As of now, no public announcement has been made.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Representative La Ha Recognizes Stork Café In Homer Glen As Business Of The Month

State Representative Nicole La Ha has recognized Stork Café in Homer Glen as her November Business of the Month, celebrating the local restaurant for its commitment to quality, customer service, and investment in the community. “Every small business represents a dream, a tremendous amount of hard work, and a...

Homer Glen, IL · 15h

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Avondale’s Moody’s Market Evolves Into a Neighborhood Gathering Spot For Cake & Wine

What began as a neighborhood specialty market is entering a new chapter. This November, Moody’s Market is evolving into Moody’s Cake & Wine, a refreshed concept from longtime friends and co-owners Mollie Mettelka and Melissa Korth, centered on house-made cakes, curated wines and community driven experiences. Situated at 2755 W. Belmont Ave. in Avondale, Moody’s expands on its original location by highlighting customer favorites including a larger focus on online ordering, curated private events, and custom cake and pastry production.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Food brings Austin community together for conversation on culture and food access

Food brought Austin residents together Thursday evening at Bethel New Life for a conversation about the history of Black food traditions, the importance of food access and the role community plays in shaping the neighborhood's culinary future. The post Food brings Austin community together for conversation on culture and food access appeared first on Austin Weekly News .

Chicago, IL · 1d

WGN News

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Kings Presents: Naughty List Lounge

This holiday season skip the ordinary happy hour and plan a festive night out. The Naughty List Lounge offers one-of-a-kind seasonal cocktails in a perfectly jolly atmosphere. Jason and Kayla join us with more. Rosemont & Lincoln Park playatkings.com

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Goose Island Celebrates Bourbon County Stout With Prop Day 2026 in Chicago

Chicago knows a thing or two about beer, but few local brewing traditions have earned the kind of following that Goose Island’s Bourbon County Brand Stout has built over the past three decades. On Saturday, Nov. 7, Goose Island welcomed beer enthusiasts back to Fulton Street for Prop Day...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Developer eyes Manhattan for fast food restaurant

The Village of Manhattan could soon get a new fast food restaurant if plans revealed at the most recent board meeting come to fruition. Ampler Development signed a letter of intent to purchase and develop the village-owned property at the corner of Brookstone Drive and Route 52 in Manhattan for a Taco Bell restaurant.

Manhattan, IL · 1d

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How This Cozy Breakfast Spot Won Hearts With Its UNEXPECTED French Toast and Hearty Skillets in Wheeling, IL

Breakfast gets a little more interesting at Rise n Dine in Wheeling, where cinnamon rolls become French toast and a skillet can arrive loaded with skirt steak. This Milwaukee Avenue restaurant gives morning appetites plenty to discuss, from pancakes dressed for dessert to savory plates built around eggs, potatoes, and sausage gravy.

Wheeling, IL · 2d

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Remember Chinalite? Before Crosby’s Kitchen at Southport and Cornelia

Before Crosby’s Kitchen became a Southport Corridor staple, the corner of Southport and Cornelia had a very different look. Longtime Lakeview residents may remember Chinalite, the neighborhood Chinese restaurant that once occupied the space. First, Chinalite. Chinalite operated at 3457 N. Southport Avenue, at the corner now associated with...

Chicago, IL · 4d

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This South Side Chicago Counter Has Been Dunking Breaded Steak Sandwiches In Red Gravy Since 1976, And Illinois Still Lines Up

A four-pound sandwich sits on the menu at one South Side counter, and it comes breaded, fried, and dunked in red gravy. Anthony Bourdain counted that sandwich among the best sandwiches in the world. The star is USDA Choice skirt steak, tenderized and hand-breaded with Italian seasonings. Then it gets...

Chicago, IL · 3d

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Long Before Brunch Was Trendy, Smoque BBQ Was Already Selling Out Of Brisket In Chicago

Chicago gets plenty of credit for deep dish, hot dogs, and Italian beef. Barbecue usually lands lower on the list, and that is exactly the problem one small Northwest Side kitchen set out to fix back in 2006. Its founders were so serious about the mission that they wrote a...

Chicago, IL · 3d

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Since 1946, Shoup’s Country Foods Has Fed Hungry Hoosiers… Wait, It’s Teibel’s In Schererville

Some Northwest Indiana restaurants come and go faster than rush hour on US-41, but one Schererville dining room has kept its doors open since long before the interstate era. Families have marked birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and ordinary Thursday lunches inside its many rooms for close to a century. The headline...

Schererville, IN · 5d