Restaurants

Ever Restaurant, 1340 W. Fulton

Ever is the creative obsession of three-Michelin-starred chef Curtis Duffy.
Located in the West Loop, Ever features 8-10 course tasting menus that focus heavily on proteins from land and sea complemented with seasonal vegetables, mixed fruits, grains, and nuts. Currently available for pick-up and taking reservations for January.

Contact your CUI Concierge for reservation assistance.

Events, Restaurants

JoJo’s Pumpkin Patch, 23 W. Hubbard St. Oct. 1st – Nov. 1st

For ONE MONTH ONLY, JoJo’s will be converting it’s 5,000 sq foot outdoor patio into an over the top Pumpkin Patch right in the heart of River North. In addition to hand picking your own pumpkin, guests can enjoy their over-the-top milkshakes, biggie hot chocolates and all of their favor diner classics.

Pumpkin Patch specials include gourmet caramel apples, pumpkin and apple pies, spiked ciders and hot chocolates & their soon to be famous Pumpkin Patch Shake. It comes topped with a slice of Pumpkin Pie, Taffy Apple, Roasted Marshmallow and Reese’s Pretzel.

Tables of six or less are available and also their pumpkin shaped domes will be available at first come, first served basis. No tickets are necessary.

Events, Holidays, National & International, Restaurants

July 14th – Bastille Day

Over 231 years ago, on July 14^th the French had finally seen a turning point in their revolution with the storming of Bastille. The fortress that once held prisoners freed soldiers ready to fight for an uprising. The fall of Bastille was celebrated in 1790 as the Fête de la Fédération and throughout the years continues to celebrate France’s constitutional monarchy and new unity.

To embrace this French affair, below we share our favorite spots within the Chicago and virtual festivities.

Bistronomic | 840 N. Wabash

Join Bistronomic all week long with dine in and take out specials from July 13th – July 18th. On July 17th, join Bistronomic’s patio for an evening of live music from Daniela Biserius Gipsy Jazz Group.

Marchesa | 535 N. Wells St.

Join Marchesa in a special 3 Course Menu plus an assortment of Cheese course addition and complimentary Amuse Bouche. From Tuesday, July 14th to Saturday, July 18th join the festivities with french music and cocktails such as a Lavendar French Cocktail.

Mon Ami Gabi | 2300 N. Lincoln Park West

Join Mon Ami Gabi this Friday, July 10th to Tuesday, July 14th for limited special menu, that includes gazpacho, frog legs, seafood bouillabisse, along with beautiful views of Lincoln Park.

Bastille Day Trifle with Chef Marc Siever

Get the ingredients Now!
Check out the blog to get a Marc Sievers easy and delicious Trifle recipe.

Alliance Française de Chicago Live Dance Party

Tuesday, July 14th at 6 pm join the Bastille Day party with a Dance Party Livestream. Featuring a French set curated by DJ Max of All-In Electro, streamed on Twitch.

Ars Lyrica presents Vive La France! Bastille Day Celebration Virtual Concert

Tuesday, July 14^th at 6 pm Ars Lyrics presents its 16^th season with a virtual opening concert broadcast for Bastille Day, Vive L France!

Embassy of France from US going LIVE!

Due to current situations on large gatherings and celebrations. The Embassy of France in the United States and its 10 Consulates General have decided celebrations should go digital. Check out France in the US for music, cultural, contests and such all day long. At 5 pm (Washington DC time) don’t miss ambassador Philippe Étienne!

FIAF’s 4 Day virtual Bastille Celebration

Celebrate Bastille day starting Saturday, July 11^th – Tuesday, July 14^th virtually with NYC French Institute Alliance Francoise 25^th Annual Bastille Day available online with Live performances, film screening, tastings, cooking events, kid activities and so much more.

Entertainment, Leisure & Recreation, Restaurants

Al Fresco Dining

Chicago Summer is in full bloom.
Escape your living room and find yourself on one of these gorgeous rooftops or patios.
Whether you enjoy your dinner with a lake view, cocktails surrounded by the skyline or
brunch overlooking the Lincoln park conservatory;
Get to be informed of the reservation request details through your CUI concierge.

So many Chicago hot spots to choose from but space is limited –
So hurry & Contact your CUI concierge to coordinate
your perfect Al Fresco experience.

Restaurants

25 Restaurants Selling Groceries and Meal Kits

Daisies
$$$$ American , Pasta , Vegetarian in Logan Square
2523 n milwaukee

Good Measure
$$$$ Bar Food , Burgers in River North
226 W Chicago Ave

Cafe Cancale
$$$$ Seafood , French in Wicker Park
1576 N Milwaukee Ave

Little Goat
$$$$ American , Diner , Cafe/Bakery in West Loop
820 W Randolph St

Monteverde
$$$$ Italian in West Loop
1020 W Madison St

Fat Rice
$$$$ Portuguese , Fusion in Logan Square
2957 W Diversey Ave

River Valley Farmer’s Table
$$$$ American , Brunch in Ravenswood
1820 W Wilson Ave

Kite String Cantina
$$$$ Bar Food , Bar in Roscoe Village
1851 W Addison St

All Together Now
$$$$ American in Ukrainian Village
2119 W Chicago Ave

Eataly
$$$$ Italian in River North
43 E. Ohio St.

Paulette’s Public Market
$$$$ Sandwiches in Pilsen
1221 W 18th St

Real Good Stuff Co.
$$$$ 900 N Michigan Ave

Tempesta Market
$$$$ Sandwiches , Deli in West Town
1372 W Grand Ave

Siena Tavern
$$$$ Italian in River North
51 W Kinzie St

Middle Brow Bungalow
$$$$ American , Pizza in Logan Square
2840 W Armitage Ave

Dimo’s Pizza
$$$$ 3463 N Clark St

Summer House Santa Monica
$$$$ American , Cafe/Bakery in Lincoln Park
1954 N Halsted St

Baker Miller
$$$$ American , Cafe/Bakery in Lincoln Square , Ravenswood
4655 N Lincoln Ave

Lost Larson
$$$$ 5318 N Clark St

Passerotto
$$$$ Korean , Fusion , Italian in Andersonville
5420 N Clark St

Ina Mae Tavern & Packaged Goods
$$$$ Southern in Wicker Park
1415 N Wood St

RPM Steak
$$$$ American , Steaks in River North
66 W Kinzie St

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse
$$$$ American , Steaks in Gold Coast
1028 N Rush St

El Che Steakhouse & Bar
$$$$ Latin , Steaks in West Loop
845 W Washington Blvd

Events, Restaurants

Francesca’s Celebrates National Meatball Day

March, 9th, 2020, it is recognized as one of the great American food holidays, National Meatball Day.

You can celebrate the holiday with Francesca’s Restaurants as they will celebrate the day by serving their traditional house-made meatballs on Sunday, March 8th and Monday, March 9th.

Contact your CUI Concierge to make a reservation.

Restaurants

Rebel & Rye, 726 West Grand Ave.

River West has a new whiskey bar with 200 bottles from 28 states. American whiskey, bourbon and hard to find scotch will be the main focus of this latest establishment. Private party and event spaces are also available.

Contact your CUI Concierge for more information.

New Venues, Restaurants

Sophia Steak, 1146 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette – COMING SOON!

Anticipated to open later in Spring 2020, it will focus on best seafood and wines with impeccable service. “A neighborhood steakhouse for the North Shore from lifelong friends Glenn Keefer and Ryan O’Donnell — restaurant icons who know a thing or two about fine steaks and hospitality.”
Contact your CUI Concierge for more information.

Events, Restaurants

Chicago Restaurant Week 2020

Don’t miss the record-breaking culinary event of the year! Chicago Restaurant Week returns January 24 – February 9, 2020 with over 400 local and suburban restaurants. The 13th annual culinary celebration features special prix fixe menus and is the perfect excuse to try somewhere new!

Secure your culinary plans with your CUI Concierge today!