After more than 15 years in Lakeview, The Piggery will close on Sunday, Jan. 18, and the building is listed for $2.9 million. The rooftop 'Sty Deck' will shut along with the restaurant.

An upscale Thai restaurant, Tarra, and a basement cocktail bar, Sura, will occupy the long‑vacant 121 W. Hubbard storefront in River North. The team says openings are coming soon.

Windfall Group is converting 174 N. Michigan Ave into Pacifica on Michigan, leasing space to Genki, Kanpai Hot Pot and Velvet Taco with openings targeted for 2026–27.

Jefferson Park’s Paterno's Pizza was sold to the Patel family, but the Paternos and longtime staff will stay on to preserve the menu and neighborhood feel.

Atomic Hospitality is now operating VU Rooftop at McCormick Place, has made soft menu and ambience tweaks and installed James Beard winner Debbie Gold to lead the kitchen.

Haraz Coffee House opened on Aurora's Route 59, serving traditional Yemeni coffee and a pastry case of cakes and cookies.

A rare Blackhawk bourbon sold for $71,375 by Unicorn Auctions, associated with the Chicago Blackhawks' history and the Wirtz family's distilling legacy.

The McCormick & Schmick's on Wacker Drive in the Loop closed this week after its lease expired. Landry's says it is assisting staff and directing guests to sister restaurants.

Semaphore Cafe opens Jan. 5 at 3458 W. Lake St., bringing brunch, bagels and coffee to East Garfield Park. The menu includes Steingold’s bagels, Dutch babies and Sparrow Coffee.

A 24,000‑square‑foot Avondale warehouse will become Zoomies — a year‑round indoor dog park and bar with memberships, grooming and a target summer opening.

Ahara will move into the former Tuscany building at 550 S. Milwaukee Ave with a Michelin-starred chef and an organic-focused menu. The plan is now headed to Wheeling’s plan commission.

McGee’s Tavern & Grille in Lincoln Park has closed; the 950 W. Webster building is being marketed for sale while city records show no permits yet.

Danone U.S. recalls So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster ice cream due to potential stone contamination.