The Best New Restaurants, Bars & Clubs In Chicago

Fall means more to do – and that includes trying out delicious restaurants, bars, and nightclubs.


Chicago is a city that offers so much variety in the dining, drinking, and clubbing scene. Take a look at some of the new openings this year to find a new spot to try out. Tag us in your posts @Do312!


Updated September 22nd, 2023




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Brothers Creamery Frozen Custard

2928 N. Broadway St. - Lakeview East


Family-owned ice cream shop serving up frozen custard in Lakeview East. The spot was recently brought to life by the Toader brothers, the duo behind The Crepe Shop. You can buy blizzards, concretes, milkshakes, sundaes, and more at the shop!




Comfort's African Cuisine

2835 N. Broadway St. - Lakeview East


Enjoy authentic Nigerian bites at Comfort's African Cuisine in Lakeview East. Food highlights include West African delicacies like croaker fish and jollof rice. The spot is open daily and offers delivery and catering.




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DeNuccis

503 W. Dickens Ave. - Lincoln Park


The same owners of Gemini have brought Denuccis to Lincoln Park along with exceptional pizza. DeNuccis has spacious outdoor seating and offers a variety of classic Italian dishes and cocktails.



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Federales

2471 N. Milwaukee Ave. - Logan Square


Federales has brought even more tacos to the streets of Logan Square with their recent opening on Milwaukee. Stop by for tasty drinks, and delicious tacos in their urban industrial spot.




Honey Berry Cafe

6606 N. Sheridan Road - Rogers Park


Honey Berry Cafe just opened up another spot in Chicago after taking over the previous spot of Bulldog Alehouse in Rogers Park. The new location serves up a plethora of breakfast foods.




KS'Sandwiches

2912 W. Madison St. - East Garfield Park


KS'Sandiwches opened just this past summer. If you've always wanted a "Chicago Style Turkey Sandwich," it's just the place for some refreshing sandwichy goodness.



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Lilac Tiger

1742 W. Division St. -  Wicker Park


Lilac Tiger is Wicker Park's new cocktail bar serving up scrumptious South Asian cocktails + bites for some amazing combos! When you see their menu, you won't know where to start!




Lizzy J Cafe

916 W. Fulton Market Floor 2 - Fulton Market


Another Fulton Market addition, Lizzy J Cafe is all about Southern, Creole goodness and is both family-owned and operated. Stop by for breakfast or brunch soon!




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Never Have I Ever Bar

2247 N. Lincoln Ave. - Lincoln Park


Never Have I Ever Bar is an exciting addition to the Chicago restaurant and bar scene. The spot has already made an impact and always promises a good time! It's also the ultimate agave den.




Poke Okie

2945 N. Milwaukee Ave. - Avondale


Relax and enjoy Poke Okie in Avondale with their refreshing and exciting poke and smoothies. They're also serving up Hawaiian coffee and dessert goodies on Milwaukee!




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Pookie Crack Cakes

105 E. 47th St. -  Grand Boulevard


The name says it all! Pookie Crack Cakes is bringing premium, homemade cakes to Bronzeville that are addicting. Be sure to go in and snag some sugary goodness or order ahead for whatever you're celebrating!




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