Restaurants, Bars and Cafe’s – Page 26 – Southport Corridor News and Events

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The Olive Garden opens in September on Addison at The Kennedy. Ready?

Lou & Grey coming to 3442 N. Southport, but what is coming to 3446 N. Southport?

Updated November 10, 2014: Corridor Brewery is moving to the space.

According to Crain’s Chicago Business and Lou & Grey’s website, we know that L&G is coming to 3442 N. Southport. What we don’t know is what is coming to 3446 N. Southport. You might recall that the building could be split into two separate retail spaces.

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New Southport Retail: Lou & Grey by Ann Inc. and Fleet Feet Coming; Ivivva by Lululemon Expanding

According to Crain’s Chicago Business, Lou & Grey, a new line of New York-based Ann Inc., plans to open its first Chicago store at 3442 N. Southport Avenue (former site of Anthony’s Italian Ice and Nail Bar). Fleet Feet is moving into the former Starbucks location at 3359 N. Southport Avenue, and Ivivva by Lululemon will expand to 1000 sq. feet on Roscoe.

Read the entire article from Crain’s here.

Froyo Chicago coming to 3746 N. Southport Avenue

Fan of Froyo? Look for a new Yogurt shop, Froyo Chicago to open on Southport at 3746 N. Southport Avenue. They currently have one other location located on Michigan Avenue. Froyo Chicago is targeting a fall opening.

Closed: The Bentley Tavern on Southport

Eater Chicago announced today that The Bentley Tavern has closed down on Southport. The restaurant was only open about a year. Website is also gone for good – only time will tell what will come to this location. Were you a fan?

Wheelhouse Wrigley re-branding as The Butcher’s Tap in August

Re-branding is taking place once again and the new space will be called The Butcher’s Tap as a “Farm to Table” restaurant and craft beer concept. According to the City of Chicago’s business permit website, “The Butcher’s Tap” was approved in February of 2014.

Look for an August 2014 opening.

FEW Spirits Cocktail Night at Southport & Irving (SIP) Saturday, July 26

Meet FEW’s master distiller/owner Paul Hletko, sample craft spirits and enjoy handcrafted cocktails from guest master mixologist Ergys Dizdari Southport & Irving (SIP) welcomes Evanston-based FEW Spirits for a special cocktail night on Saturday, July 26 from 7-9 p.m. The event features a meet and greet with master distiller/owner Paul Hletko, education and tasting notes from brand ambassador Alison Mouratis, samples of FEW’s handcrafted spirits, plus raffles and giveaways including distillery tours, FEW monogrammed merchandise and wearables. Master Mixologist Ergys Dizdari (of Filini and Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel) has created a special cocktail list for the evening ($8-$12) and serves as guest bartender for the event. There is no cover charge and a cash bar. Reservations recommended by calling 773-857-2890. Please visit southportandirving.com for more info.

Culver’s is Coming to Wrigleyville

According to the Chicago Tribune, Culver’s is coming to 3500 N. Clark Street (currently on Google Maps there is a Chase bank at the new location). It will be open late night so all the Clark Street drunks can get their fill of Butter Burgers. You can read the full story here.

Coobah Closing for Good – Owner to focus on Coalfire Pizza

We just received the following message from Jimmy Madla, owner of Coobah that they are closing for good at the end of the summer. We will miss Coobah terribly, but we are all very excited for Jimmy’s new adventure at Coalfire Pizza.

Coobah Closing for Good – Owner to focus on Coalfire Pizza

See the note below…

The end of an era and a bright new beginning.

Dear customers and friends,

As some of you know, our lease is coming to an end and we were negotiating a new lease at a different location in order to reopen in 2015.

After much reflection and soul searching I have decided to close Coobah permanently at the end of the Summer and cancel any immediate plans for relocation.

There are a few factors that lead to this decision, but the main reason is that I have partnered with the team behind Coalfire pizza and we are opening a second, larger location just up the street at 3707 N Southport.

I need to focus all my efforts on this new project and as much as I would like, I simply do not have the time or resources to take on a relocation of our beloved Coobah.

I’m so proud of what will end up being Coobah’s nearly 12 year run on Southport. A long stretch in this industry, and I owe it all to our wonderful customers and loyal staff. Thank you!

Speaking of loyal staff, you will see many of the same smiling faces at Coalfire, as most of Coobah’s staff will be transitioning with me. I am overjoyed to keep the Coobah family intact and continue our legacy of excellent food and service alive at Coalfire.

But until that happens, this is the time to celebrate a long, wonderful run and bid Coobah a fond farewell.

Our level of service and quality of food has never been better.

We will be most likely closing at the end of August so I invite you to come in and make sure Coobah does not go gently into that good night.

We’re planning some special events for customers to help us celebrate and reminisce about the many good times and great meals shared at Coobah.

Stay tuned for details.

Former employees, come in and enjoy 15% off your entire table’s check as a thank you for making Coobah such a success.

My staff and I look forward to seeing many of you come through the door in these next two months to help us send this old girl off in style.

I will be forever grateful to my family, customers and staff, whose support, loyalty and love through the years have made all of this possible.

My sincerest gratitude,

Jimmy Madla

Owner

Coobah Restaurant