Chicago's Most Anticipated Spring 2026 Restaurant Openings
From a mid-century Chicago bar in West Town to a D.C. bagel shop's Midwest debut, here are the spring 2026 restaurant openings generating the most buzz.
By Michael Kowalski ★
Food & Dining
The latest food & dining coverage from Chicago and Chicagoland.
Fatback Butcher: Chicago's New Gourmet Sandwich Shop
Fatback Butcher opened March 9 in Chicago's Loop, offering gourmet sandwiches and a European-style market from chef Charlie McKenna and the Fifty/50 Group.
By Andre Williams ★
Midlothian Gaming Cafe Hit by Fourth Break-In Since October, Three Suspects Arrested
Three suspects were arrested after breaking into Anna's Gaming Cafe in Midlothian for the fourth time in recent months, according to police and the business operator.
By Christine Fahey ★