The Hard Rock Cafe in Chicago's River North has closed after 40 years, leaving fans nostalgic. While Hard Rock hasn't specified the cause, they're assisting staff with transitions.

Shaw's Crab House marks its 40th anniversary, renowned for top-quality seafood and classic appeal, with festivities including nostalgic dishes and live blues music.

Chicagoans prepare to celebrate Pączki Day on March 4, involving a rush at local bakeries for the popular, spirit-infused Polish pastries ahead of Lent.

McDonald's will not add an egg surcharge during their promotion of $1 Egg McMuffins to celebrate the sandwich's 50th anniversary, despite high egg prices. They also offer BOGO deals and reintroduce bagel sandwiches nationwide.

National Margarita Day was celebrated with unique twists on the classic cocktail, including RPM Seafood's verdita juice blend and Houston's diverse offerings from matcha margaritas to Italian-inspired versions, with specials and live entertainment.

Tri-Union Seafoods has recalled canned tuna due to potential botulism contamination, affecting multiple retailers including Trader Joe's, Walmart, and Costco. No illnesses reported, but vigilant monitoring of affected lots is advised.

Chef Christina Tosi opens Milk Bar's first Midwest location in Chicago's Hoxton Chicago Hotel, offering classic desserts and local-inspired treats like the "Hot Dog Bomb."

Dylan Trotter is reviving Charlie Trotter's restaurant via pop-up events, hinting at a future relaunch to honor his late father's legacy while adding his own twist.

Chicago's iconic Hard Rock Cafe in River North is closing on March 29 after nearly 40 years, with Hard Rock International offering support to employees.

Chicago provides alcohol-free New Year's Eve options, catering to a trend among young adults favoring sobriety with trivia nights, parties, and shops like Eli Tea Bar and In Good Spirits.

"Poochie & Pang (eat Chicago)" is a new NBC 5 culinary series exploring hidden gems and personal stories in the Chicago food scene, hosted by Poochie Rollins and Kevin Pang.

Chi-Chi's, a once-popular Mexican restaurant chain, is set to make a comeback with new openings planned for 2025 led by the founder's son, Michael McDermott, and in partnership with Hormel Foods.

Al Capone's history of running soup kitchens during the Great Depression challenges his notorious gangster image; his philanthropy is still debated today.