It's all about the cocktails at this speakeasy-inspired rooftop bar atop the Rafaello Hotel that tempts imbibers with carefully prepared craft and classic tipples often made with rare spirits, plus boutique wines and a smart selection of microbrews. Its dark, fireplace-enhanced interior with leather couches and a clubby vibe opens onto a spacious patio with city views and plenty more seats.
Edzo's to Start Dinner Service; Found Reservations; More:
EVANSTON/LINCOLN PARK—Since opening in 2009, Edzo's Burger Shop has only been open for lunch—but that's changing next week. Beginning next Tuesday, Eddie Lakin will keep his Evanston location open until 10 p.m. He'll keep his Lincoln Park location open until midnight on Tuesdays through Thursdays soon after. [Reader]
EVANSTON—While early reservations (5-6:30 p.m.) were available already, Found...
CH Distillery's Bartender Series, Chop Shop Adds a Raw Bar; More:
WEST LOOP—CH Distillery is the latest bar to latch onto the guest bartender trend and has enlisted some heavy hitters. Kicking off February 11 with Charles Joly behind the bar, each monthly guest will spawn two cocktails utilizing CH products and one "wildcard." Clint Rogers, Justin Anderson, and Matty Eggleston are also lined up. [EaterWire]
WICKER PARK—You can now count a raw bar among the...
2013: The Year In Chef Shuffles:
As 2013 winds down we look back at all of the chef shuffles that have occurred over the past 12 months. There were indeed some big shockers, as well as some instances where chefs bounced from one place to the next and restaurants that had multiple turnovers in their kitchens. We recount the most significant below.