Having a tough time keeping up with all the new dining options? Welcome to the Opening Report, a curated roundup of recent restaurant openings big and small across Chicago.
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ANDERSONVILLE — Devil Dawgs has opened its latest spot in Andersonville, replacing longtime Mediterranean restaurant Reza’s, which closed in 2023. The local chain serves Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef, burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, and more, with patio seating available. Devil Dawgs also has outposts in Gold Coast, Lakeview, South Loop, Wicker Park, and Evanston. 5259 N. Clark Street.
ASHBURN — After a 45-year hiatus, Jack in the Box has returned to Chicago. The San Diego-based fast food chain debuted a new location on the Southwest Side, marking its first spot inside city limits since exiting the area in 1980. The comeback began this past July, when the company started opening restaurants in the suburbs, including Plainfield, Naperville, and Tinley Park. 7807 S. Cicero Avenue.
LAKEVIEW — Chatham mainstay Dat Donut has made its way north with a new Lakeview location. Open since 1994, the shop is known for its variety of sweet treats — from classic cake and glazed doughnuts to apple fritters and oversized Big Dat doughnuts — as well as a selection of sandwiches. The new spot takes over the former Latin fusion restaurant Latin Fuego. 947 W. Wellington Avenue.
LINCOLN PARK — Zazas Pizzeria will open a second location in the former Pizzeria Bebu space on Friday, November 7. The restaurant serves New York-style pies topped with truffled mushrooms, Calabrian chili, soppressata, and more alongside sauces such as pesto and vodka. Ownership also operates Nemec Brothers, a sibling spot with outposts in Geneva and Glen Ellyn. 1521 N. Fremont Street.
LINCOLN PARK — Levain Bakery is expanding with a Lincoln Park shop, debuting Friday, November 7. The bakery, known for its thick, gooey cookies, pastries, and breads, is the company’s third Chicago location. To celebrate, the first 100 customers will receive a free bag of goodies, and the new spot will offer an exclusive peanut butter dark chocolate Chip cookie. All opening day proceeds will benefit Lincoln Park nonprofit Care for Friends, with leftover baked goods donated to Rescuing Leftover Cuisine. 849 W. Armitage Avenue.
LINCOLN PARK — A new family-owned saloon has opened in Lincoln Park. Named for the matriarch behind Butch McGuire’s, Mary Jo McGuire’s spans two floors, featuring classic millwork, vintage antiques, 20 draft lines, tavern-style pizzas, and a full cocktail program. The space also hosts live music, game-day gatherings, and private events. 2249 N. Lincoln Avenue.
UPTOWN — HAIBAYÔ Cafe has opened on Argyle Street, offering specialty drinks like Vietnamese coffee, along with pastries and sandwiches such as croissant banh mì. Run by the nonprofit HAIBAYÔ, the cafe supports Uptown’s Asia on Argyle district, fosters local entrepreneurship, and provides a creative gathering space for residents, artists, and makers. 1132 W. Argyle Street.