Interested in discovering the freshest new spots in the Loop? From a French restaurant to a fried chicken spot, read on for a list of the newest hotspots to debut in this area of Chicago.
Francois Frankie
222 W. Randolph St.
Francois Frankie is a French spot.
This new business offers pasta, salad, seafood and more. On the menu, look for the truffle macaroni and cheese, the jumbo shrimp cocktail or the lobster bisque.
Francois Frankie's current Yelp rating of 4.5 stars out of 15 reviews indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Mimi L., who reviewed Francois Frankie on July 27, wrote, "This place is so lovely! A classy, upscale restaurant with a unique twist — a revolving carousel bar! In addition to the nice interior design, our server, Kori, was such a delight, very sweet and professional."
Minnie C. noted, "Went on opening weekend and tried the calamari, crab cake, blackened redfish and prime rib. All the food was delicious, the calamari had a nice spicy kick also, quite unique and good. Redfish and steak were also nicely seasoned and cooked."
Francois Frankie is open from 7 a.m.–10 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m.–10 p.m. on weekends.
Teatro Zinzanni
32 W. Randolph St.
Teatro Zinzanni is a dinner theater spot.
Teatro Zinzanni offers both dinner and show. On the dinner menu, look for the bucatini pasta with Italian sausage, braised beef short rib or the salmon with farro and spinach pilaf.
Yelp users are excited about Teatro Zinzanni, which currently holds five stars out of five reviews on the site.
Yelper Robert G., who reviewed Teatro Zinzanni on July 21, wrote, "Lots of skill and practice went into this show. Pay attention to the band, especially the drummer, he's quite good! Had the salmon was good enough; the dessert which was vanilla cheesecake and caramel popcorn was outstanding."
Yelper Lori M. wrote, "Absolutely fantastic! A must see show! Even in the general seating you were very close to the performers. Not a bad seat anywhere!"
The new business hasn't shared its hours online thus far.
Fry The Coop
205 W. Wacker Drive, Suite 100
Fry The Coop is a chicken shop, offering sandwiches and more.
This new business specializes in fried chicken. On the menu, look for the doughnut fried chicken sandwich with a glazed doughnut and special sauce or the chicken and waffles with maple syrup.
Yelp users are excited about Fry The Coop, which currently holds five stars out of five reviews on the site.
Yelper Lee E., who reviewed Fry The Coop on July 20, wrote, "Wow, this is the best chicken sandwich I have ever had. So much flavor and fresh. And the coleslaw was outstanding! Slaw is usually lame. It is a tiny place, and the spicy is off the chart."
Yelper Chris R. wrote, "This Nashville hot chicken sandwich joint is brand new inside the Wells St Market in the Loop and doesn't disappoint on the fried chicken heat."
The new spot has yet to share its hours online.
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