PHOTOS: Wicker Park's Al's Beef Opens on Milwaukee

Wicker Park's newest restaurant is making the city a bit beefier. Check out the interior and see the new business for yourself.

Thai Spot Switches up Menu, Opens for Lunch

Bucktown's Silom12 is changing things up this year—the restaurant's third in business. Learn what you can expect from the local Thai hotspot.

Otis Wilson Will Have Beef With Wicker Park Thursday

Otis Wilson, linebacker from the Chicago Bears 1985 Super Bowl team, will be in Wicker Park today, enjoying beef at the grand opening of Al's Beef. The restaurant marks the franchise's eighth in the city.

Construction ‘Moving Very Swiftly’ at New Million-Dollar Tower

The new mixed-use building at the Polish Triangle is expected to soon be as iconic as the Coyote Building.

Nearby Anthropologie Sees Busy Opening Weekend

Lincoln Park's Anthropologie opened this past weekend on Fremont Street in the neighborhood's Clybourn Corridor. It's one of four branches within the city of Chicago. See our accompanying photo gallery for a look inside.

Mott Street Adds 'Night Market' Menu to Wicker Park

The owners of Ruxbin are adding another eatery to the neighborhood. Mott Street will open later this year on Ashland Avenue—see what’s on the menu.

Dirty Floors, Ice Machine Found at Bucktown Italian Restaurant

See how your favorite eateries in Bucktown and Wicker Park did on Chicago Health Department food inspections.

Oiistar Owner Shares Ramen-Making Secrets

The owner of a new Wicker Park restaurant recently sat down with reporters to discuss the ins and outs of his ramen venture. Making the dish is more involved than many realize.

Area Grocery Gets Bucktown Restaurateur, 'Top Chef'

Plum Market, a soon-to-open Old Town grocery store recently announced a partnership with Chef Takashi Yagihashi, a Bravo Top Chef competitor who won the show's “Fan Favorite” award. He's also a Bucktown restaurateur.

Bucktown's 'Art of Chicken' Comes to Western (VIDEO)

The new fast-casual restaurant with Latin flair is opening as early as this weekend in Bucktown after months of issues.

Midwest’s First ‘My Fit Foods’ Hitting North, Halsted (PHOTOS)

The Texas-based company is zeroing in on Chicago, brining its half grocery store, half takeout restaurant concept to new spaces in Lake View and Lincoln Park.

Hot Chocolate, Piece, Others Vie for 'Best of' in CitySearch Polls

Several Bucktown and Wicker Park restaurants are facing off against other Chicago venues to earn the honor of "best" in several categories including bar menus, brunch, pizza, and more.

Blackhawks Bar to Open at Former People Lounge Location

High Noon Saloon will open in Wicker Park in March as an official Blackhawks and Illini bar.

PHOTOS: Crews Demo McDonald's, Make Way for High-End Replacement

Construction workers took a wrecking ball Monday to a familiar community staple.

Inspectors: Day Care Needs Rodent Proofing; Carniceria Needs Cleaning

See how your favorite eateries in Bucktown and Wicker Park did on Chicago Health Department food inspections.

Second North Side Flagship Walgreens May Open Around Labor Day

The massive new building, which is on the border of the nearby Lincoln Park and Lake View neighborhoods, faced challenges during construction, making the new opening date a far cry from initial reports saying it would open yet in 2012.

The Violet Hour Earns Nod from ‘Oscars’ of Food Awards

The James Beard Foundation named a familiar cocktail lounge to its 2013 semifinalist list.

The Bedford Jazzing Up Wednesday Nights in Wicker Park

The bank vault bar is bringing a speakeasy feel to a whole new level with weekly jazz nights.

Mexican Restaurant Fails Health Inspection For Faulty Dishwashing Equipment

See how your favorite eateries in Bucktown and Wicker Park did on Chicago Health Department food inspections.

Ruxbin Trio to Expand North to Wicker Park

The owners of a popular West Town restaurant will reportedly be opening another eatery farther north on Ashland Avenue, though details were still a bit hazy Thursday.

Heavy-Metal Kuma's Too Opens Nearby (PHOTOS)

The insanely popular burger bar Kuma’s Corner in Avondale opens its second location this past week on the border of Lake View and Lincoln Park. Check out photos of the new space here on Patch.

Dimo’s Pizza Brings Quirky Combos to Six Corners

The popular Wrigleyville pizzeria is gearing up to open a Damen Avenue location just steps from the Blue Line CTA stop. The owner was a bit shy on the details, as he's planning "a little bit of an unveiling process."

Coming Soon: Takito Kitchen Puts Twist on 'Modern Tacos'

Set to soon join local restaurants such as Big Star and Antique Taco is Wicker Park's Takito Kitchen, a Mexican-inspired concept driven by a renown Chicago chef.

Secret Retailer Slated for Former Cans Bar & Canteen

The popular space is 100 percent leased, but rumors are swirling that Nike is slated to fill the entire building.

Award-Winning Pastry Chef Leaves The Bristol, Balena

Amanda Rockman, who was recently named Pastry Chef of the Year by the Chicago Tribune, is moving on from Lincoln Park's Balena and Bucktown's The Bristol, according to announcements circulating Monday.

Chicken Joint Found with Dirty Cooking Equipment

See how your favorite bars and restaurants fared in City of Chicago food inspections.

Trenchermen Restaurant Earns Four Nominations in Eat Out Awards

The Wicker Park restaurant is one of four local businesses are nominated for Time Out Chicago’s 2013 Eat Out Awards, and we get to help choose the winner.

Subway, Dunkin' Donuts Fail Health Inspections

The two fast food restaurants on Armitage Avenue failed a City of Chicago food inspection, but a Wicker Park Mexican food staple passed.

Pipeworks Voted 'Best New Brewery'

A Wicker Park microbrewery has earned impressive props from a well-known beer review site.

Super Bowl 2013: Where to Watch, Game Time, TV Schedule, How to Watch Online

The San Francisco 49ers will take on the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, Feb. 3. To celebrate, we've found four spots around the neighborhood to watch Super Bowl XLVII.

Nike Training Club Comes to Armitage

A new Nike facility that includes a retail space and women-focused fitness center is officially open for business in Lincoln Park. It took over a space occupied until this past November by a familiar clothing chain.

'American Pickers' Star Opens Wicker Park Boutique (PHOTOS)

Danielle Colby's 4 Miles 2 Memphis opened on North Avenue this month.

Stiff Competition: Deadline Looms for Mixologist Showdown

Local bars and restaurants have until Friday to register for the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce's "Drink of Wicker Park Bucktown Mixologist Mash-Up." If Wicker Park and Bucktown was a drink, what would it taste like?

Doughnuts Aplenty: New Glazed & Infused Opens Nearby (PHOTOS)

After several delays due to licensing, Lincoln Park's Glazed & Infused is finally open. Peruse our photo gallery for a mouth-watering peek inside and be sure to look for more photos on the Lincoln Park Patch Facebook page.

Chefs Cook up Chili to Free Birds

Bucktown's Red Door will host a chili cook-off fundraiser tonight in support of a central Illinois farm.

Health Inspectors: Remove 'Unnecessary' Clothing at O'Cha Thai; Replace Ceiling Tiles at Innjoy

How did your favorite local restaurants and bakeries fare on City of Chicago restaurant inspections?

Marie’s Rip Tide Lounge Stages Emergency Fundraiser

The classic Bucktown dive bar is in danger of closing as soon as Friday without an immediate influx of cash.

Sneak Peek: Red Square Opens Soon (PHOTOS)

A new owner plans to resurrect the old Division Street Bathhouse as a combination restaurant and spa by early February. Peruse our photo gallery for an early look.

Local Comic Shop's 'Sidekicks' Ousts Rogues Gallery

Bucktown's Challengers Comics and Conversation has closed down its Rogues Gallery and is instead using the space to open an all-ages "comic shop within a comic shop" called Sidekicks.

North Side Entrepreneur Tackles Taxes, Year-Round

Tax season is not ephemeral for Lincoln Park resident and licensed certified public accountant, Josh Smith. It's continuous. The young entrepreneur specializes in coaching clients—businesses and individuals—via his recently opened accounting firm.