Manager Throws Away 45 Pounds of Bad Food at Deli

A Middle Eastern deli and Dunkin' Donuts both struggled on city of Chicago Health Department inspections

Moon Voyage Offers Clothing From Around the World (PHOTOS)

A new Wicker Park boutique officially opened its doors on Tuesday. Shoppers will find a wide array of clothing, accessories, gifts and beauty products there that hail from all over the globe.

New Restaurant Takito Donates $5,000 to Wicker Park Charity

The elevated taco joined elevated its good nature, donating to 826CHI, a local tutoring nonprofit.

New Festival Taps into Neighborhood Craft Beer Scene

Tap, a new beer festival pouring in May, will feature Wicker Park and Bucktown breweries and bars.

Late-Night Doughnuts Returning to Glazed & Infused

An increasingly popular four-location doughnut chain, which recently earned a national honor, will be extending Wicker Park hours again this summer to serve those with a late-night sweet tooth. It's even extending the hours over to Lincoln Park.

Residents Grill Walgreens Architects, Criticize Site's Need for Parking

About 100 residents showed Monday for what was, at times, a heated debate about architecture, parking plans and a loading area for a nearby Walgreens on Armitage Avenue in Lincoln Park.

Damen's Caribou Staying Open for 1 Year, Reps Say

The Damen Avenue Caribou Coffee is not among those closing this Sunday. However, it is part of the company's larger plan. Big changes are ahead for the store next year, employees said on Monday.

Sweet Cakes Brings Allergy-Friendly Treats to Wicker Park

Sweet Cakes, a bakery at 901 N. Damen Ave., is moving to the Polish Triangle, bringing an all-inclusive approach to sweets.

National Coffee Sippers Applaud Wormhole, Ipsento

Two Wicker Park coffee shops recently made national headlines for being among the best in the nation when it comes to crafting that good ol' cup of Joe. Chicago's Intelligentsia was also named.

Vosges Haut-Chocolat Expands Beyond Bucktown

The high-end chocolate company Vosges rapidly growing in Chicago with plans to open a production facility in heart of a nearby neighborhood.

Neighbors Applaud Log-Cabin Style Pizza Place's Patio Proposal

Owners of a new Lincoln Park restaurant presented their plan Tuesday for a sidewalk cafe on Bissell Street. They also discussed future plans based on their family-friendly atmosphere, such as a stroller valet service.

Zen Noodles Closes, Turns to Thai With New Owners

Manee Thai will open in Wicker Park in place of suddenly-closed Zen Noodles.

Caza Closes in Wicker Park: High Rent, Chains to Blame

The modern vintage department store on Milwaukee is leaving the neighborhood, but owners are already planning a new venture.

Healthy Eating Store Fit Enough for City Food Inspector

See how your favorite restaurants and businesses fared on Chicago Department of Health Inspections.

Big Star Will Get Bigger, City Officials Say

A popular Wicker Park taqueria will soon grow to meet the demand of its eager customers, who often wait in long lines to savor the restaurant's award winning food, according to reports.

Rooftop Garden Planned to Supply New Dimo's Pizza

The new pizza restaurant plans a green roof and indoor herb garden in hopes of supplementing ingredients at the Bucktown restaurant.

Crispy Thin Crust Comes to Cortland

A new pizzeria, Pizza House No. 1647, opened this month on Cortland Street near the Kennedy Expressway overpass. We checked in with the restaurant's owner, who has many plans for the eatery still in the works.

Chop Shop to Serve Meat in Century-Old Warehouse

A new restaurant and butcher shop is coming to one of Wicker Park's main drags. But the space has more to offer than prime cuts of meat.

Language School Plans June Move to Bucktown

Multilingual Chicago—a language and culture school in Logan Square—is headed east to Bucktown.

Congress Pizza Passes Inspection After Roaches, Mouse Droppings Found

Third time is a charm for this Bucktown pizza joint. See how other local restaurants fared on their Chicago food inspections.

Lillie's Q to Rebuild in Bucktown After Fire

Representatives from the restaurant said they're working on an aggressive timeline for reopening.

'High Noon' Tex-Mex Saloon Parks on Milwaukee

A new saloon opened last week in Wicker Park. Learn more about what it has to offer.

Scrutinized North Side Puppy Store Says 'No' to Mills

A nearby Chicago pet store—and the city's oldest—that was recently identified by the U.S. Humane Society as getting puppies from mills is making a bold move.

Long-Awaited Takito Kitchen Now Serving 'Elevated Tacos'

Takito Kitchen on Division Street opened Wednesday; see what to eat and drink during a visit.

New Restaurant ‘Hash’ is ‘Breakfast with a Stoner Vibe’

The breakfast, brunch and lunch joint in Wicker Park from the mind behind Bagel on Damen, but this time, it's done her way.

Wicker Park Home to Nation's Best Fried Chicken

Food and Wine Magazine rated the best fried chicken spots in the country and a neighborhood staple made the list.

Wicker Park Toy Store Closing, Holds Liquidation Sale

A local toy store will soon be shuttering its doors. But not before an all-inclusive liquidation sale.

Virtual Golf, American Fare Landing Nearby

Armitage Avenue will soon be getting yet another new business. Construction has started on a local food-focused restaurant that will serve up fine American dishes and have a virtual golf area upstairs, owners said.

Old-Time Burger Joint Appears Beneath Old La Pasadita Location

A slice of history mysteriously appeared under the coat of a past business on Ashland Avenue.

New ReMarked Salon Will Remain Open During Renovations

Improvements are ahead for a shiny new salon on Damen Avenue that opened last month. Check out our accompanying photo gallery for a look inside.

Mouse Droppings Found at Local Elementary School

See how local businesses and restaurants fared on City of Chicago Health Inspections.

Smoke Daddy Sets Grand Opening to Showcase Large Addition

The popular Wicker Park barbecue is gearing up to open its addition to the public next month.

Lillie's Q 'Will Be Back' After Devastating Fire

The restaurant suffered extensive damage after a fire late Thursday night.

City's Sixth Intelligentsia Coffee Bar Landing Nearby

The sixth Intelligentsia location in Chicago is opening this summer west of Wicker Park in nearby Old Town. It will be adjacent to a new grocery store there.

Thin Crust Pizza House Debuts in Bucktown

A restaurant industry veteran is setting up shop in Bucktown with a signature pizza.

'Moon Voyage' Boutique Setting up Shop on Pierce

Few details have been released about a new boutique that will be opening soon in Wicker Park.

Tasty Tacos: Korean Fare at En Hakkore

One of Bucktown's newest Damen Avenue additions is serving up Korean and Japanese food with a twist. In this case, it's Korean tacos. Watch the accompanying video for an idea of what to expect.

‘Too Many Rodent Droppings to Count’ at Bucktown Pizzeria

Two local restaurants failed their City of Chicago food inspection, one because a dead mouse and rat droppings were found.

Native Wicker Park Froyo Shop Continues Rapid Expansion

Frozen yogurt is quickly becoming a trend in and around Chicago. A yogurt shop that was founded right here in Wicker Park is multiplying across the North Side.

Contemporary New Salon Lands on Damen

Looking for a new venue for a trim? Highlights? A wax? You have a new option right here in Bucktown.