"Very good" burgers made with grass-fed beef and topped with a variety of local cheeses and other "fresh ingredients" are the draw at this West Loop joint also serving snacks, sides and housemade pies and ice creams plus cocktails, beer, wine and breakfast too (weekends only); inside has "community tables" and a rustic "country farm"–like atmosphere with cowbells and antique linens, and prices...
Where to Eat Brunch in Chicago Right Now:
Brunch, not quite breakfast or lunch, is often overlooked but we're here to give it all the attention it deserves. The Eater Chicago Brunch Heatmap has been updated to show you more new places—alongside longtime favorites—that are doing great things with their brunch menus. So start your day off right and get your eggs on at these restaurants that are hot right now.
Gold Coast Star Spotting; GE on CBS This Morning; More:
GOLD COAST—Jason Sudeikis dined at NoMI Kitchen Thursday night while across the street and about 88 floors up, Gloria Estefan dined with Mikhail Baryshnikov and a large group at the Signature Room. [EaterWire]
WEST LOOP—Grange Hall Burger Bar is now open for lunch. [EaterWire]
DVR ALERT—Graham Elliot will appear on CBS This Morning on Saturday to discuss his "ultimate meal." [EaterWire]
Grange Hall's Xmas Trees; Prasino's Mexican Brunch; Next Closing for Holidays; More:
WEST LOOP—Big Star isn't the only spot selling Xmas trees. Grange Hall Burger Bar is importing six-foot Frasier Firs from Badger Evergreen Nursery in Allegan, Mich. Pick one up on site for $50 Tuesday through Saturday from 1 to 10 p.m., or place a reservation here. [EaterWire]
WICKER PARK—On Dec. 3, Prasino chef Scott Halverson will introduce a $30 three-course Mexican-inspired breakfast at 9...