Einstein Bros Bagels on Southport Closing February 24, 2015.

Just posted on their window today and sent to us by a Facebook fan – wonder if there is something with that Chipolte rumor?

We have learned that many Einstein Bagel locations are closing this Tuesday in Chicago.

UPDATE: here’s the official statement from Einstein Bros Bagels:
“After careful evaluation, Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (“ENRGI”) has come to the difficult decision to close 39 underperforming restaurants, effective Tuesday, February 24, 2015. The company will continue to focus on its high-performing restaurants to ensure the future growth and success of the business. ENRGI values the continued support of its customers, and the dedication and hard work of all its employees.”

Restaurant Rumors: Chipotle eyeing the Southport Corridor

We have heard these rumors for awhile, and today, the Lakeview Chamber also reported that Chipotle is eyeing a location south of Addison on Southport in the heart of the Southport Corridor. Would you welcome them to Southport?

Whole Foods confirmed at Lincoln, Ashland and Belmont; Opening in 2017

Target is out, Whole Foods is in.  From The Chicago Tribune, Whole Foods has confirmed that it will be moving it’s Lakeview store across the street to the corner of Lincoln, Belmont and Ashland.  The store is set to open in the spring of 2017 and will be 75,000 square feet, just 4,000 feet shy of the Lincoln Park flagship store.  Even cooler – they will have a microbrewery as well.

What are your thoughts, neighbors?

Your Southport Corridor Dream Home of the Day: 3708 N. Wayne

Listed at $2,850,000 – see the full listing here.

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Gino’s East Lakeview closing Saturday, February 14, 2015 (Update: Reopening)

Oh, man!  Gino’s East Lakeview is closing its doors for good Saturday, February 15 due to an ADA lawsuit. Get your last deep dish this week while you still can.

Update May 2015 – They will be reopening sometime during the summer of 2015.

Gino's East Lakeview - Best Pizza In Lakeview - Pizza Delivery and Dog Friendly Outdoor Patio — Gino's East

Mirador Restaurant at 2834 N. Southport opens Monday, February 2, 2015

French inspired Mirador Restaurant opens Monday, February 2 in the former Bentley’s location.  We wish them the best of luck!

J.Crew is coming to Southport

As we reported in December, J. Crew had been all but confirmed on coming to Southport. This week we hear that J. Crew is signing their lease for 3423 N. Southport Avenue, and will be taking up the entire new development, along with a rumored SoulCyle studio. What are your thoughts?

J. Crew in Washington D.C.

Meeting on March 9, 2015 for the proposed transit-oriented redevelopment where Rise and Galleria Liquors are located (meeting now postponed)

Updated March 5, 2015: The meeting has been postponed for a future date.
A meeting has been scheduled for the proposed mixed-use transit oriented development for 3401-09 N. Southport Avenue on Monday, March 9 at 7:00 PM at Mystic Celt (3443 N. Southport Avenue). This is a very similar design concept that is coming to 3400 N. Lincoln Avenue.
The following is now known:
    • A 4-story building with retail on the first floor
    • 33 apartments with starting rent at $1,500
    • 6 parking spaces with one being a handicapped spot
The project will be presented by the developer to all that attend the West Lakeview Neighbors meeting. See the renderings below for the new development.

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Public Notice for a Zoning Change Issued for the Demolition of Rise Sushi and Galleria Liquors

From our blog post earlier, developers are looking to demolish the current buildings that house Galleria Liquors and Rise Sushi.  A public notice for a zoning change went up on January 26, 2015 for a 4-story mixed-use transit-oriented development.  These are quite the rave lately around Chicago according to Curbed Chicago.
Here is a link to the PDF development renderings on Tom Tunney’s Website.

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