Culver’s coming to 1111 W. Addison

The goal is to have the restaurant open by the start of the 2022 Chicago Cubs season

According to Chicago Business Journal, “A Culver’s franchisee said he is close to signing a long-term lease to open a new location near Wrigley Field.” Culver’s was originally supposed to set up shop at 3500 N. Clark street back in 2014, but the deal fell through.

The new space currently is home to Chase Bank, Movement Wrigleyville and Taco Bell Cantina.

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For lease: Former Diag & 404 Wine Bar at 2852-2856 N Southport Avenue

What would you like to see in this space?

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Chicago Vaccine Mandate begins January 3, 2022

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Starting January 3, 2022, Chicago requires all folks age 5+to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and wear a mask to visit public indoor locations.

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Whoever wrote this about Schoolyard Tavern – you suck

Schoolyard Tavern closed in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but also has indicated they don’t “feel welcome” following this review:

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A Very Southport Corridor Christmas

It’s that time of year to dust off the ladders –  and hang the lights! A very Southport Corridor Christmas around the neighborhood this year. It’s great to see – especially after a long 20 months of the pandemic.

Sports Betting coming to Wrigley Field – and other Chicago stadiums

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Barstool Sports will open a sports bar in River North

Barstool Sports, the digital media company founded by David Portnoy announced on Instagram that it will be opening a Barstool bar in River North.

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Christmas Bars galore in Wrigleyville

‘Tis the season for Wrigleyville's holiday pop-up bars!

Wrigleyville sure knows how to throw a party this holiday season.

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These Southport Corridor businesses are now hiring

Looking for work in the neighborhood? Plenty of places are hiring, and here is a direct link to all the opportunities in and around the Southport Corridor. Listings at this link.

L&M Fine Foods Popping up this holiday season

Now open next to Steingold’s, L&M Fine Foods has popped up this holiday season on Southport Avenue. They feature a deli, catering and specialty gifts according to their website.

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Yoshi’s Cafe, one of Chicago’s great neighborhood restaurants, to close after 39 years in Lakeview

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Cheba Hut, The marijuana-themed sandwich shop opening in Wrigleyville

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