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Here are West Town's 3 newest businesses to open

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Published on April 17, 2019
Here are West Town's 3 newest businesses to openPhoto: Cabra Cevicheria/Yelp

Itching to explore the newest businesses to open in West Town? From a new Italian restaurant to Peruvian cuisine, read on for a rundown of the newest hotspots to open for business in this Chicago neighborhood.

Riccardo Osteria

1023 W. Lake St.

Photo: Wayne H./Yelp

Riccardo Osteria is an Italian spot.

The new spot specializes in authentic Northern Italian cuisine "inspired by regional ingredients," according to the website. On the menu, look for the Pappa al Pomodoro, the gnocchi or the risotto.

Yelp users are excited about Riccardo Osteria, which currently holds 4.5 stars out of eight reviews on the site.

Yelper Jessica K., who reviewed Riccardo Osteria on March 30, wrote, "The food was unbelievable and the service was incredible. Tons of wine options and very cute little space. Can't wait to go back!"

Wayne H. noted, "Solid Italian addition to West Loop. They still have a few service issues to work out (they kept forgetting to replace utensils) and it can get extremely noisy, but the food is good."

The new spot hasn't posted its hours online yet.

Cabra Cevicheria

200 N. Green St.

Photo: Cabra Cevicheria/Yelp

Cabra Cevicheria is a Peruvian spot.

The Peru-inspired rooftop restaurant is located at the top of The Hoxton hotel. Chef Stephanie Izard told the Chicago Tribune that the menu is inspired by her travels.

Cabra Cevicheria currently holds 4.5 stars out of 16 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.

Yelper Tasasha H., who reviewed Cabra Cevicheria on April 9, wrote, "I came to Cabra on a whim tonight and I'm so glad I did. Everything was amazing! I'm a big fan of Stephanie Izard's, so I was expecting nothing less than the best, and I was not disappointed."

Cabra Cevicheria is open from 4 p.m.–midnight on Monday-Wednesday and Sunday, and 4 p.m.–1 a.m. on Thursday-Saturday.

Cira

200 N. Green St.

Photo: Cira/Yelp

Cira is a Mediterranean, Turkish, breakfast and brunch spot.

Located on the first floor of The Hoxton hotel, this new restaurant boasts a mid-century modern style. Chef Chris Pandel, of Swift & Sons, created the menu centered "on small plates and shared feasts," according to its website.

Cira's current rating of five stars out of eight reviews on Yelp indicates positive attention from users.

Yelper Sofia J., who reviewed Cira on April 5, wrote, "Opening weekend kicked off with excellent service and execution even in the lounge seating area. All of our food was delicious, beautiful, and well timed."

Eda X. noted, "Fell in love with Cira the moment I stepped in. Their three dining formats—cafe, bar and sit down full service restaurant—are all breathtaking beautiful."

Cira is open from 7 a.m.–10 p.m. on weekdays, 7 a.m.–midnight on Saturday and 7 a.m.–9 p.m. on Sunday.


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