Retail and Shopping – Page 20 – Southport Corridor News and Events

Rise Sushi and Galleria Liquors to close in July, TOD construction to start late summer at 3401 N. Southport

As you may recall, this transit oriented development approved in 2015 with deliveries planned for Q1 2020. Planning had started back in 2014, and this new development will reside on what is now Galleria Liquors and Rise Sushi. At the time this development was first announced, Galleria Liquors is slated to return to this site, while Rise Sushi was not. Rise Sushi may relocate nearby (hopefully), and their sister restaurant, Shine on Webster in Lincoln Park will remain. You can read more about this development from Tom Tunney’s website, and see the listing here.

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Casper Mattress coming to 3420 N. Southport Avenue

After years of vacancy after Einstein Bagels closed their shop on Southport, and Paperchase pulled out of the US market, Casper Mattress is finally taking the long vacant space at 3420 N. Southport Avenue (and they are hiring).

Casper joins a list of Internet turned to brick and mortar shops along Southport Avenue, including Amazon Books, Warby Parker and Bonobos. In addition to the upcoming Southport shop, Casper is located at Oak Brook Center and Chicago’s Fulton Market.

That’s Amore Florist Owner to Retire, Business Looking to be Sold

After 26 years on Southport, the owners of That’s Amore Florist are retiring and the business / storefront is for sale. The “Business For Sale” sign went up this week, and is yet another small business up for sale and could potentially leave the Southport Corridor. That’s Amore Florist is located at 3454 N. Southport Avenue, next to Krista K.

Taco Bell Cantina Coming Back to Wrigleyville (Yes, same location)

Update: Now Confirmed.

After years of preparing for Taco Bell at 1111 W. Addison to close and be demolished for a new development, Taco Bell Cantina – the one that serves booze, is now rumored to be returning to the ground level along with Chase Bank (both are in lease negotiations at this time). The original restaurant was torn down this week, and development will soon begin for a 4-story complex including a proposed climbing gym on the upper floors (Chase and Taco Bell and another retail space would occupy the ground level). As we hear more we will be sure to let you know. Live Mas!

This was once Taco Bell Wrigleyville

This was once @tacobell 😖 #livemas (at Taco Bell)
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What retail would you like to see at 3200 N. Southport Avenue?

As you may recall, a TOD development is being built at 3200 N. Southport Avenue. Below is the marketing brochure for the retail portion. What is missing in this area that you would like to see?

3200 N. Southport under construction – Spring, 2019

What’s Happening with Southport Avenue in 2019?

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 in 2019:

Nothing is softer than me 🐶 (at Lou & Grey)

🐶❤️📷 @southportgolden
Nothing is softer than me 🐶 (at Lou & Grey)
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New fav corner store 🦊 (at Foxtrot Market – Southport)

☕️🍾🥖📷 @preppyniko
New fav corner store 🦊 (at Foxtrot Market – Southport)
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Warby Parker Southport Corridor now open

😎 @warbyparker now open! (at Southport Corridor Chicago)
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Welcome Warby Parker!

Warby Parker is opening soon in Chicago's Southport Corridor.

Welcome Warby! 🤓 (at Southport Corridor News and Events – Chicago, Illinois)
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3401-09 N. Southport Avenue TOD Development will start in 2019

As you may recall, this transit oriented development approved in 2015 will be starting construction sometime in 2019, with deliveries planned for Q1 2020. Planning had started back in 2014, and this new development will reside on what is now Galleria Liquors and Rise Sushi. At the time this development was first announced, Galleria Liquors is slated to return to this site, while Rise Sushi was not. You can read more about this development from Tom Tunney\s website, and see the listing here.