Tilly Bagel is bringing its sourdough, Chicago-style bagels to Lakeview, with a third storefront headed to the North Side and fresh signage already up at 3162 N Broadway. Crews are currently building out the kitchen and finishing the interior, though the owners have yet to circle an opening date on the calendar. When doors do open, it will be Tilly's first location north of the river, following two busy years in the South Loop and Fulton Market.
Eater Chicago reports that pastry chef Hannah Tillett and architect Mike Banaszak launched Tilly as a pandemic pop-up, then turned it into a brick-and-mortar operation with a South Loop shop in 2023 before expanding to Fulton Market. That Fulton Market space gave the team more production muscle to handle heavy weekend demand and to roll out a fuller lineup of bagel sandwiches and coffee.
What Now Chicago reported on May 14 that the owners secured a business permit for 3162 N Broadway and are in the process of installing the kitchen, and that the Lakeview storefront already sports its signage. The outlet notes this will be Tilly Bagel's first North Side location, and that an official opening date is still under wraps.
What They'll Be Baking
Tilly Bagel describes a small-batch sourdough fermentation process that produces bagels with a blistered crust and chewy interior. The menu covers the classics, including plain, everything, and sesame, plus more playful options like cheesy garlic, cheddar, and the tomato grilled-cheese "bagelwich." The shop also pushes a rotating "bagel of the week" and several house cream cheeses that helped grow the brand from markets and online orders into its current brick-and-mortar footprint.
Why Lakeview
What Now Chicago notes that the new spot sits near W Belmont and right next to BottlesUp!, with Roebuck and DryHop Brewers across the street, putting Tilly on a lively stretch that sees both morning commuters and evening crowds. A Showcase listing for 3160–3162 N Broadway highlights the building's wide retail frontage and strong visibility, factors that should help Tilly catch Belmont foot traffic.
Where It Fits
The expansion arrives as Chicago's bagel scene keeps rising, with national and local outlets pointing to a wave of bakeries that started as pandemic projects and evolved into neighborhood fixtures. Axios Chicago recently name-checked Tilly among the newcomers helping boost the city's bagel reputation.
Lakeview neighbors can expect the storefront to gradually take shape through the spring and summer. For now, fans will have to keep an eye out for an official opening announcement from the owners. This story will be updated once Tilly Bagel confirms hours and an opening date.
