Anthem Karaoke
Karaoke Camper owners opening permanent brick-and-mortar location with six themed karaoke rooms and bar. Currently negotiating lease at former Bat 17 space.
Pop Up Bagels
Connecticut-based bagel chain opening its first Chicago location and Midwest debut. First of 25 planned locations across the city and suburbs. Partnering with Portillo’s for limited-time giardiniera schmear exclusive to Chicago.
The Hand & The Eye
36,000-square-foot magic mansion and restaurant experience located in the historic McCormick Mansion. Features 37 rooms with secret passageways, world-class magicians, and elevated dining program by Levy Restaurants. Tickets start at $225 including $75 dining credit.
Pita Inn
Chicago’s first Pita Inn location opening at Six Corners. Family-owned fast-casual Middle Eastern restaurant will seat 130+ people with outdoor terrace, specialty coffee bar, and Chicago-specific dishes including wagyu steak shawarma.
Candy Hall of Fame Experience
60,000 square foot experiential retail space with candy retail on first floor, museum on second floor, and restaurant/café on third floor. 12-year lease with two five-year extension options. Designed by Broadway veteran David Korins.
Haussmann Cafe
New coffee shop concept coming to Evanston in 2026, serving classic coffee and snacks including espressos, cappuccinos, and baguettes. Owner traveled to Paris for inspiration. Will start selling at Winnetka Farmers Market in June before opening permanent location.
BOA Acai Bowls
Family owned acai bowl shop with flavors of Brazil opening their first brick-and-mortar location after operating at farmers markets. Under construction in downtown Arlington Heights between jewelry and bridal shops.
Molino Los Hermanos
New Latin concept restaurant by chef Norman Fenton featuring volcanic stone mill and 24-seat restaurant with house-made tortillas. Focus on quesadillas with Mexican beers, wine and cocktails. Located next to his award-winning restaurant Carino.
Scooter’s Coffee
Nebraska-based coffee chain building new drive-thru location. Franchisee’s first location, construction is on schedule. Will serve coffee drinks, teas, lemonade, sandwiches, pastries and breakfast burritos.
The Addled Bunny
All-day gastropub featuring rabbit as main protein, including rabbit banh mi sandwich, fried chicken, cocktails and milk punches. Owner has beverage director experience and signed lease in January 2026.