Atelier Reveals Location of New Space in Lincoln Square
The team behind Michelin-starred Atelier has revealed the location of their new home. The tasting menu restaurant in Lincoln Square will be moving to 4544 N. Western Avenue, a few blocks away from their old space, which had its last night of service this past Saturday, July 19. No reopening date has been announced, but Atelier will host a garage sale on Saturday, July 26, to sell off kitchen wares that won't be making the move.
A brunch standout bids adieu to Lincoln Square
Luella's Southern Kitchen has served its last customer at its original Lincoln Square location. The Southern restaurant closed its doors at 4609 N. Lincoln Avenue in early July, and plans to reopen in 'just a few weeks,' according to a message on its website. It had previously signaled the move last year. Owner Darnell Reed hasn't shared the address of the new location with the public. But it's only a 10-minute drive from the original restaurant. In the meantime, fans can get a taste of Luella's during a gospel brunch hosted at Common Pantry on Saturday, August 2.
An acclaimed Chicago chef is promoting his new memoir
Curtis Duffy will present his memoir Fireproof at this year's Printers Row Lit Fest, which takes place Saturday, September 6, through Sunday, September 7, in the Loop. The Ever chef's new book releases on Tuesday, August 5, and takes readers through his journey to culinary stardom. In addition to holding two Michelin stars, Duffy's West Loop restaurant has been featured on FX's hit series The Bear, with the chef having plated dishes that appeared on the show. Duffy will also be on a live taping of Fox 32 news anchor Sylvia Perez's podcast Supper with Sylvia at After Chicago on Monday, August 4. Tickets to the event are available via Tock.
A Southern comfort specialist is relocating to a bigger space
A former South Loop sports bar is now a steakhouse
South Loop spot Signature has transformed into a steakhouse. Owned by former Chicago Bears defensive end Israel Idonije, Signature Steak reopened in July after a three-month closure. It was previously a sports bar. Idonije has partnered with Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group to operate the restaurant, and has several other projects in the works, including an amaro bar called Buttercup and Egg Bunni, a breakfast spot. He's also involved in a new Hilton hotel in the Motor Row District that will house several restaurants.
A popular card game is coming to a local bar next month
Uno Social Clubs will be coming to bars in Chicago and other cities across the country this August. The clubs will offer special Uno-themed drinks, tournament play, and more, according to a release. No details as to which local bar will be offering the experience. Despite rumors, the card game clarified last week that Uno casino tables in Las Vegas are not happening.
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