Month: August 2017

Sam Adams Taco Fest – Saturday, September 16 – Sunday, September 17, 2017

Ready for Taco Fest for 2017?  Here are the event details!

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Southport Corridor Changes into 2018

Whether you are new to the area or a long-time resident, one thing is for certain: nothing is permanent except change. So if you can’t keep up with all of the changes happening to Chicago’s Southport Corridor, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
Here is a summary of what to expect into 2018:
  1. Ivivva by Lululemon is closing. Space currently for lease
  2. Rise Sushi and Galleria Liquors will be replaced by this Transit Oriented Development (TOD)
  3. Taco Bell and an auto body shop on Addison by Wrigley Field will be replaced by new developments
  4. 1035 W. Addison to be redeveloped
  5. The former Blue Bayou space is for lease
  6. Schuba\’s Tied House to open in early 2018
  7. Paperchase is coming to Southport Avenue
  8. Leahy and Ladue is closed, 312 Estates Real Estate Office is coming
  9. Capital One Cafe with Peet\’s Coffee will open in the fall 2017 at 3435 N. Southport
  10. Venus Restaurant is coming from The Mercury Theater in Cullen\’s former space
  11. Mint Julep is now closed, national retail coming in
  12. A new mixed-use TOD development is coming to 3334 N. Southport Avenue
  13. Basics Salon at 3542 N. Southport is currently for lease or for redevelopment in 2019-2020
  14. Target is moving into the former Whole Foods space on Ashland in October
  15. Large-scale mixed-use development coming to 1356 W. Wellington Avenue with an American Mattress store (stalled)
  16. Addison & Clark development is underway; Shake Shack, Cinemex Movie Theater, Harley Davidson and Lucky Strike will be anchor tenants
  17. Hotel Zachery with Big Star Chicago, McDonald\’s and several other restaurants coming to Wrigleyville
  18. Cafe Tola is expanding into the Sweet Sensations former space
  19. Bow Truss Coffee Roasters was coming to Southport & Belmont (But who knows what will happen now)
  20. F.I.S.H. Poke Bar, Milk Money, Blue Crown Wings, Mac Royale and Melt 35 delivery/pickup only kitchen have all closed at 3208-10 N. Southport
  21. LuluBelles Pancake House building was demolished and new retail/residences have been built; blo dry bar coming in
  22. FlatTop Grill former space is for lease

Frio Gelato and Kendra Scott

🤗🍦📷 @friogelato
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Passing out samples outside of Kendra Scott on #Southport tonight for the premier of their new line and 20% of all proceeds go to the Lupis Foundation. Get your #friofix #lupisfoundation #kendrascott #southportcorridor #southportcorridorchicago #jewelry #gelato #fundraiser #openingday #argentinanight #freesamples (at Kendra Scott)

📷 @hotelzachary
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OK #LittleMonsters, it’s #GIVEAWAY time! Lady Gaga is SOLD OUT at Wrigley Field, but we want you to experience the #JoanneWorldTour live from the Wrigley Rooftops! Follow the instructions below for a chance to win two (2) FREE Wrigley Rooftops tickets to Lady Gaga’s August 25 concert.

1️⃣Follow @hotelzachary and @wrigleyrooftops on Instagram
2️⃣Like this post
3️⃣Tag a friend you would bring with you in the comments
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The #WrigleyRooftops allow you to hear #WrigleyField Concerts live and enjoy all-inclusive food and beverage. Forget waiting in long lines, spending extra money on food and drinks, and large crowds. The Wrigley Rooftops offer a premier rooftop experience in the heart of #Wrigleyville. // 📸: @Heidizeigerphotography •
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✖️Entry period starts on Wednesday, August 9 at 8 a.m. CST and closes on Friday, August 18 at 5 p.m. CST. Winner will be announced on Monday, August 21. We will verify everyone who entered followed all steps correctly. This giveaway is in no way sponsored, administered, or associated with Instagram, Inc. or Lady Gaga. By entering, entrants confirm they are 18+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram’s terms of use. (at Wrigley Field)

Yo @crosbys_kitchen, how are we coming along with replacing this dog with me? 🤣 (at Crosby’s Kitchen)

🐶❤️📷 @southportgolden
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Yo @crosbys_kitchen, how are we coming along with replacing this dog with me? 🤣 (at Crosby’s Kitchen)