{"id":798749,"date":"2026-05-15T18:17:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T18:17:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/798749\/"},"modified":"2026-05-15T18:17:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T18:17:15","slug":"sam-sianis-longtime-owner-of-iconic-billy-goat-tavern-dies-restaurant-says","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/798749\/","title":{"rendered":"Sam Sianis, longtime owner of iconic Billy Goat Tavern, dies, restaurant says"},"content":{"rendered":"

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team \"WLS<\/p>\n

Friday, May 15, 2026 5:36PM<\/p>\n

\"ABC7<\/p>\n

CHICAGO (WLS) — The longtime owner of the iconic Billy Goat Tavern has died, the restaurant said on social media Friday afternoon.<\/p>\n

Sam Sianis, 91, died peacefully Friday morning in his sleep, surrounded by family.<\/p>\n

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“Sam was more than a restaurateur; he was a Chicago legend. His tireless work ethic, devotion to his beloved Tavern, and deep love for this city made him a cultural icon and an inspiration to all who knew him. Above all, he was a devoted family man and a cherished friend to countless people whose lives he touched,” the restaurant said. ‘Loved by many, he will be deeply missed. May his memory be eternal.”<\/p>\n

SEE ALSO:<\/strong> Stickney Mayor Jeff Walik, former police officer, dies<\/a><\/p>\n

This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates. <\/p>\n

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