New Restaurants in Chicago 2026
Explore recently opened and upcoming restaurants in Chicago, including food halls, cocktail bars, neighborhood cafes, and chef-led concepts. Updated weekly.
Last updated Jun 4, 2026 · 50 new openings tracked
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Everything Bagel with Lox Spread, Shakshuka Bagel Sandwich, The Classic Reuben
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Cheese Foam Matcha Latte, Mango Passionfruit Tea, Brown Sugar Boba Milk
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Urban Tacos, Rotating Seasonal Risotto, Craft Cocktail Pairing
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Herb-Crusted Salmon, Truffle Mac & Cheese, Chocolate Lava Cake
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The Emerald Burger, Shack Fries Trio, BBQ Mushroom Veggie Burger
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Smoked Gouda Mac 'n' Cheese, Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops, Honey Lavender Chicken Sandwich
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Savory Everything Bagel, Maple Bacon Cream Cheese, Spicy Avocado Toast Bagel
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Tacos al Pastor, Mole Poblano, Elote Street Corn
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Harvest Vegetable Risotto, Grass-Fed Beef Burger, Farmers' Seasonal Salad
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Seared Ahi Tuna, Artisan Flatbread, Chocolate Espresso Mousse
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Garden Oasis Bowl, Spiced Coconut Curry, Miso-Glazed Eggplant
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Roasted Beet Tartare, Miso Glazed Black Cod, Chocolate Chili Molten Cake
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Schneider Special Sandwich, Mediterranean Veggie Wrap, Classic Deli Platter
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Chicago-Style Deep Dish, Spinach & Ricotta Pan Pizza, Milly's Combo
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Pork and Chive Dumplings, Spicy Szechuan Vegetable Dumplings, Shrimp and Garlic Dumplings
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Roasted Beet Salad, Herb-Crusted Salmon, Mushroom Risotto
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Chicago-Style Tacos, Deep-Dish Harvest Bowl, Local Boy Burger
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Truffle Mushroom Risotto, Seared Scallops, Lemon Thyme Roasted Chicken
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Cosmo-Infused Tacos, Savory Truffle Risotto, Choco-Matcha Mousse
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Smoky Bacon Brisket, Seasonal Vegetable Tart, Craft Cocktail Duo
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Fried Chicken Biscuit Sandwich, Biscuit and Gravy, Sweet Potato Biscuit Stack
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Chili Spiced Lamb Skewers, Garlic Soy Chicken Skewers, Grilled Vegetable Skewers
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Classic Salmon Handroll, Spicy Tuna Crunch Handroll, Miso-Glazed Mushroom Handroll (V)
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Signature Fresh Oolong Milk Tea, Classic Brown Sugar Boba Milk, Lychee Citrus Fruit Tea
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Sizzling Hibachi Steak Bowl, Citrus Soy Salmon Plate, Yangzhou-Style Fried Rice
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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, House Sausage Breakfast Sandwich, Portage Park Skillet
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Blue Ring Breakfast Sandwich, Lightning-Quick Smash Burger, Golden Peach Iced Latte
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Bâtard, Éclair, Tarte Tatin
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Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Creamy Mac & Cheese, Shrimp & Grits
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Eggs & Cheese Bagel, Lox & Cream Cheese, Al Pastor Bagel Sandwich
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Classic Sourdough Plain, Everything with House Schmear, Smoked Salmon & Labneh
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Hearth-Roasted Short Rib, Whole Wood-Fired Trout, Charred Pear & Ricotta Crostini
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Signature Wok‑Hei Shrimp Ramen, Chinatown Seafood Noodle Bowl, Spicy Sambal Shrimp Noodles
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Shio Tonkotsu Ramen, Miso Ramen, Ajitama Chashu Bowl
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Butter-Poached Lake Trout, Heritage Pork Chop with Mustard Jus, Morbier and Herb Tartine
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Cacao Tasting Flight, Salted Caramel Chocolate Tart, Chocolate Espresso Martini
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New York–Style Everything Bagel, Boar’s Head Turkey & Swiss Panini, Matcha Latte
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Red Mole Bagel, Mexican Everything Bagel, Mango + Pepita Bagel
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Morning Gospel Latte, House-Baked Sweet Potato Biscuit, Open-Faced Turkey & Chutney Sandwich
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Classic Beef Kimbap, Veggie Sunshine Kimbap, Spicy Tuna Crunch Kimbap
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Bistecca alla Dēliz, Black Truffle Tagliolini, Charred Broccoli Rabe with Calabrian Chili
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Signature Spicy Mala Individual Pot, Clear Garlic Herb Broth Pot, Crispy Pork Dumplings
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Wood-Fired Margherita, Smoked Eggplant Panino, Grilled Branzino for Two
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Dada Delight, Chicago Classic, Vegan Verde
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Som Tum (Green Papaya Salad), Khao Soi, Moo Ping (Grilled Pork Skewers)
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Smoked Reuben, Porchetta Italiano, Crisp Veggie Smash
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Charred Carrot and Yogurt, Miso Butter-Grilled Trout, Wood-Fired Flatbread
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Tandoori Chicken Tacos, Masala Mac & Cheese, Curry Lamb Burger
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Adobo‑braised Chicken, Creamy Baked Mac & Cheese, Cast‑Iron Cornbread
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Peking-Style Roast Duck, Assorted Dim Sum Platter, Salt and Pepper Squid