Of all the new spots in Wrigleyville, the newest is Stolen Saddle. The country-themed concept on Clark St. a block south of Wrigley Field had its grand opening last week, coinciding neatly with the Chicago Cubs’ home opener. Step inside the three-level, 16,000-square-foot restaurant and you may think you’re on Nashville’s famed Lower Broadway instead… Read more »
Every year, the start of the baseball season brings a new sense of optimism. It also brings an opportunity to check out what recently opened up near the ballpark. So if you’re looking for a place to pre- or post-game when in Wrigleyville or Bridgeport to see the Cubs or White Sox, consider these new… Read more »
Spring has hit Chicago, and with summer just around the corner, you’ll want to cool off with ice cream. Below, we’ve listed even Chicago ice cream shops where you can get classic flavors or try innovative creations. The Original Rainbow Cone South Side-Born: Opened in Beverly in 1926, The Original Rainbow Cone has expanded to… Read more »
The 2024-25 theater season in Chicago begins to wind down with some heavy hitters. Broadway in Chicago brings the national tours of three Tony-winning musicals, and a fourth comes from an acclaimed local company. Plus, there’s the American premiere of a British hit about a legendary rock band, the latest offering from the folks at… Read more »
March 1 marked the start of International Women’s Month, and WNDR Chicago in the West Loop is hosting a series of events to celebrate women, alongside new and groundbreaking installations. Professors from University of Illinois Chicago’s School of Design, Austin Watson and Pedro Neves, created WNDR’s most innovative project yet. The brand new Touch installation… Read more »
With more than 1 million residents of Irish heritage, Chicago is the perfect place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Every year, the Chicago River is dyed emerald green on the Saturday morning preceding March 17 as a symbol of Irish pride. Afterwards there’s a parade through Grant Park on Columbus Drive. Naturally, a city with… Read more »
Throughout March, head just beyond Chicago’s northern border, where North Shore Restaurant Month awaits. This year, you’ll be able to choose from prix fixe meals, 15% discounts or a free appetizer or dessert offers at more than 60 establishments. Where to Eat Below is a sampling of the deals available to be had in Evanston,… Read more »
New Orleans may be 925 miles away, but you can still celebrate Mardi Gras in Chicago in 2025. Some places aren’t waiting until March 4 and have events planned for the weekend leading up to it. Find food and drink specials, plus live NOLA music in the list below and laissez les bon temps rouler!… Read more »
Feb. 22 is National Margarita Day, which means special offers and seasonal drinks at many Chicago restaurants. Beyond the basic margarita — tequila, triple sec and lime juice with a salt rim — these spots will also serve inventive, unexpected twists on the classic cocktail. ESTA LOCA Passion Fruit and Pomegranate: Esta Loca is a… Read more »
Although it may not feel like it in these chilling temperatures, the start of spring is just over a month away on March 20. To get a head start on enjoying the beauty of the season, visit the conservatories in Garfield Park and Lincoln Park, both of which recently premiered their spring flower displays. Garfield… Read more »
Most cities have a beverage – either a brand or type of drink – that locals are proud to call their own. St. Louis has Budweiser, and the cocktail as we know it was more or less invented in New Orleans. Chicago has Jeppson’s Malort, a digestif distilled from the wormwood herb that polarizes locals… Read more »
Unlike Easter egg hunting, you don’t have to scour for holiday specials in Chicago. These restaurants offer limited-time menus, both for Easter brunch on April 20 and throughout the weekend. I|O GODFREY The Easter Bunny will pay a special visit to brunch at the River North rooftop restaurant I|O Godfrey. Between participating in an Easter… Read more »