Rise to Fall, along with Galleria Liqueurs for this mixed-use TOD at 3401 N. Southport Avenue

Updated: We hear this project will now begin in the second half of 2020.

ICYMI, Rise Sushi and Galleria Liqueurs will be replaced with construction starting sometime in 2018 with this mixed-use Transit Oriented Development (TOD). Rise Sushi currently has a lease until the end of 2017 (but this development was first proposed in 2014 and approved by Tom Tunney). There are two other TOD developments currently coming to Southport.  3647 N. Southport has recently been approved, and 3334 N. Southport is currently under construction. You can read more about TOD developments here from Curbed Chicago.

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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. Kai Sushi is coming to 3819 N. Southport
  2. Digits Nail Salon has closed, new nail salon coming in
  3. Capital One Cafe is now open
  4. Ivivva by Lululemon is closed. Space currently for lease
  5. Rise Sushi and Galleria Liquors will be replaced by this Transit Oriented Development (TOD), Chase Bank and Chipotle could be possible tenants
  6. Taco Bell and an auto body shop on Addison by Wrigley Field will be replaced by new developments
  7. 1035 W. Addison to be redeveloped
  8. The former Blue Bayou space is for lease
  9. Tied House is coming to the former Harmony Grill location
  10. Paperchase is coming to Southport Avenue
  11. Leahy and Ladue is closed, 312 Real Estate Office is now open
  12. Venus Restaurant is coming from The Mercury Theater in Cullen\s former space
  13. Mint Julep is now closed, national retail coming in
  14. A new mixed-use TOD development is under under construction at 3334 N. Southport Avenue
  15. Basics Salon at 3542 N. Southport is currently for lease or for redevelopment in 2019-2020
  16. Target has opened in the former Whole Foods space on Ashland
  17. Large-scale mixed-use development coming to 1356 W. Wellington Avenue with an American Mattress store (stalled)
  18. Addison & Clark development is underway; Shake Shack, Cinemex Movie Theater, Harley Davidson and Lucky Strike will be anchor tenants
  19. Hotel Zachery with Big Star Chicago, McDonald’s and several other restaurants coming to Wrigleyville
  20. Cafe Tola is expanding into the Sweet Sensations former space
  21. Bow Truss Coffee Roasters was coming to Southport & Belmont (But who knows what will happen now)
  22. 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, space for lease
  23. FlatTop Grill former space is for lease

3647 N. Southport TOD Development Approved

You may recall that a new Transit Oriented Development (TOD) has been proposed for 3647 N. Southport Avenue next to CVS. The final renderings are listed here on Tom Tunney’s website, and the development has been approved. Spotless Cleaners has closed, TBD on when Sushi Mura will exit. Expect construction to begin in 2018.

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Paperchase Southport Corridor now under construction

It was announced early in 2017 that Paperchase, a UK based upscale stationery store would be coming to Chicago on Southport and the West Loop.  7 months later, Paperchase is now under construction and coming to 3420 N. Southport Avenue, the former Einstein Bagels shop.

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Tied House opening in 2018

Swipe ➡️ to see new renderings of @lh_schubas upcoming Tied House! Tag a friend who is going to love this place! More details in the blog 👍 (at Schubas Tavern)

Schuba’s Tied House to open in early 2018

Tied House from Schuba\’s will be opening in early 2018, and Eater Chicago has all the scoop on the Southport Corridor\’s newest restaurant and bar.

From Eater Chicago:

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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 MoneyBlue Crown WingsMac 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

Revised TOD Renderings for 3647 N. Southport Avenue

You may recall that a new Transit Oriented Development (TOD) has been proposed for 3647 N. Southport Avenue next to CVS. The original renderings have now been revised and listed here on Tom Tunney’s website. Currently, the development is “in discussion”.

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Taco Bell Wrigleyville to be demolished, Auto Body Shop & Ticket Resale Shop to Shutter

It’s a sad day for Chalupa fans. Wrigleyville’s Taco Bell will be shutting its doors to make way for a new development. Also on the chopping block is Luis Auto Repair and Box Office Tickets across from Wrigley Field in the middle of the Addison & Clark development.

Renderings here:

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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. Kai Sushi is coming to 3819 N. Southport
  2. Digits Nail Salon has closed, space for lease
  3. Ivivva by Lululemon is closed. Space currently for lease
  4. Rise Sushi and Galleria Liquors will be replaced by this Transit Oriented Development (TOD), Chase Bank and Chipotle could be possible tenants
  5. Taco Bell and an auto body shop on Addison by Wrigley Field will be replaced by new developments
  6. 1035 W. Addison to be redeveloped 
  7. The former Blue Bayou space is for lease
  8. Tied House is coming to the former Harmony Grill location
  9. Paperchase is coming to Southport Avenue
  10. Leahy and Ladue is closed, 312 Estates Real Estate Office is coming
  11. Capital One Cafe with Peet\’s Coffee will open in the fall 2017 at 3435 N. Southport
  12. Venus Restaurant is coming from The Mercury Theater in Cullen\’s former space
  13. Mint Julep is now closed, national retail coming in
  14. A new mixed-use TOD development is coming to 3334 N. Southport Avenue
  15. Basics Salon at 3542 N. Southport is currently for lease or for redevelopment in 2019-2020
  16. Target is moving into the former Whole Foods space on Ashland in October
  17. Large-scale mixed-use development coming to 1356 W. Wellington Avenue with an American Mattress store (stalled)
  18. Addison & Clark development is underway; Shake Shack, Cinemex Movie Theater, Harley Davidson and Lucky Strike will be anchor tenants
  19. Hotel Zachery with Big Star Chicago, McDonald\’s and several other restaurants coming to Wrigleyville
  20. Cafe Tola is expanding into the Sweet Sensations former space
  21. Bow Truss Coffee Roasters was coming to Southport & Belmont (But who knows what will happen now)
  22. 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
  23. FlatTop Grill former space is for lease

3401-09 N. Southport Avenue TOD Development will start in 2018

As you may recall, this transit oriented development approved in 2015 will be starting construction in 2018. Planning had started back in 2014, and this new development will reside on what is now Galleria Liquors and Rise Sushi. Galleria Liquors is slated to return to this site, while Rise Sushi is not. You can read more about this development from Tom Tunney’s website.

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Community Meeting April 24 to Review Southport Transit-Oriented Development Proposal

Another TOD has been proposed on Southport in the current location of both Spotless Cleaners and Sushi Mura next to CVS. There will be a meeting on Monday, April 24 at Mercury Theater at 7:00 PM to discuss this development according to the Southport Neighbors Association.
Here is a link to the original renderings from last year.

From Southport Neighbors:

A second vote will be taken on the proposed TOD at 3647-49 Southport. The developers will be presenting a new design which includes a proposed 11′ setback on the fifth floor. SNA members in good standing for the past 90 days (photo ID required) are eligible to vote on this development per our bylaws.

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