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Eater
30-07-2025
- Business
- Eater
5 Recent Chicago Restaurant Closures to Know
is the Associate Editor for Eater's Midwest region, and has been covering Chicago's dining scene for over a decade. Summer is generally the busiest season for the restaurant industry, but that doesn't mean it's easygoing. Rising costs, shortage of workers, and real estate conflicts are all contributing to the shuttering of beloved businesses. These are the latest restaurant closures in Chicago — some have been around for decades while others are still newcomers, but they're all sad nonetheless. The Shutter, a regular roundup of Chicago's restaurant closures, is your resource to find out what's on its way out. The list is by no means comprehensive. Have information on another closing? Send all tips to chicago@ July 30 LINCOLN SQUARE — Michelin-starred restaurant Atelier has closed the book on its original home at 4835 N. Western Avenue. The last night of service was Saturday, July 19, and the restaurant held a garage sale afterwards to sell off kitchenware. Atelier will reemerge in a larger space a couple of blocks away at 4544 N. Western Avenue. An opening date has not been announced. 4835 N. Western Avenue. PORTAGE PARK — A coffee shop near Six Corners has poured its last cup of brew for now. Smarty Cup Cafe, which had been open for less than a year and a half, announced its closure on an Instagram post. The cafe says it will reopen in another location. 4944 W. Irving Park Road. RIVER NORTH — Following a mass shooting outside of the establishment on July 2, Artis Restaurant and Lounge has closed permanently. The incident, which killed four people and wounded 14 others, occurred following an album release party for rapper Mello Buckzz at the venue. Artis owners Brandi and Brittany Artis released a statement announcing the closure via a social media post, writing, 'Our curated space of love and acceptance was threatened by a senseless act of hate … We refuse to let hate win, and we will not let fear deter us. We will continue to grow through the pain and find ways to heal, together.' The queer- and Black-owned restaurant opened this past April. 311 W. Chicago Avenue. SOUTH LOOP — Local pizza chain Paisans, which offers thin-crust and deep-dish pies, wings, burgers, pastas, and salads, has exited the South Loop. Chicago content creator Alex Linardos spotted a message, posted on the door of the restaurant, announcing the closure. P The remaining city locations are in West Lawn and Belmont Cragin; there are also outposts in the suburbs. 700 S. Clark Street. ROSEMONT — Murray Bros. Caddyshack, the restaurant from Chicago-area native and actor Bill Murray, has closed. The 8,600-square-foot establishment was themed after '80s sports comedy film Caddyshack and opened near O'Hare International Airport in 2018. In a message on its website, the restaurant thanked customers and the local community for its support over the last seven years. A Murray Bros. Caddyshack restaurant had been planned for Wilmette in 2022 but failed to materialize. The original location in Augustine, Florida is the sole Caddyshack remaining. 9546 Balmoral Avenue. Eater Chicago All your essential food and restaurant intel delivered to you Email (required) Sign Up By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Eater
29-07-2025
- Business
- Eater
7 Metro Detroit Restaurant and Bar Closures For June and July
is the Associate Editor for Eater's Midwest region, and has been covering Chicago's dining scene for over a decade. Summer has brought plenty of new restaurant openings to Metro Detroit, but also a handful of shutters. From a beloved Eastern Market favorite to outposts of popular restaurants like the Balkan House and Anita's Kitchen, the following is a list of spots that have recently said goodbye or plan to close in the coming months. The Shutter, a regular roundup of Detroit and metro Detroit's restaurant closures, is your resource to find out what's on its way out. The list is by no means comprehensive. Have information on another closing? Send all tips to detroit@ July EASTERN MARKET — The end is near for beloved Eastern Market institution Rocky Peanut Co. The store announced in an Instagram post that it will close, 'With no exact date, but timeline by October 2025.' Rocky's opened a retail location in Eastern Market in 1971 and moved into its current space in 1981. That building is now also for sale along with shelves, carts, and other fixtures. In a message to the Free Press, owner Patricia Russo says it's the 'right time to step back' and enjoy retirement. Rocky Peanut Co. is popular for selling nuts, candies, dried fruits, spices, and specialty items. 2489 Russell Street. GROSSE POINTE WOODS — Despite vowing to stay open earlier this year, Pendy's Grosse Pointe closed in July. The restaurant filed for bankruptcy in March, with owner Susan Pendy saying she planned to reorganize finances and continue operating. However, in a farewell post on Facebook, Pendy writes, 'We have had many challenges to overcome and unfortunately, I just can't do it anymore.' Pendy's served seafood, steaks, and classics like shrimp scampi and French onion soup in a country club setting. 20930 Mack Avenue. HAMTRAMCK — Döner kebab specialist the Balkan House will close its original location in Hamtramck in September. The restaurant has been open since 2019 and offers Eastern European cuisine. Owner Juma Ekic cites multiple factors for the decision, but says the move will allow her to expand hours at the Ferndale location and focus on the food truck side of the business. 3028 Caniff Street. LAKE ORION — Anita's Kitchen announced the sudden closure of its Lake Orion location through a Facebook post in mid-July. The Lebanese fast-casual restaurant thanked customers and wrote, 'An opportunity has presented itself that has allowed us to make a thoughtful business decision that aligns with our long-term goals.' Anita's Kitchen still has restaurants in Ferndale, Downtown Detroit, and Detroit Metropolitan Airport. The menu offers pita sandwiches filled with chicken shawarma, falafel, or gyro; salads; rice bowls; burgers; and smoothies. 45 W. Flint Street. June CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Bar Louie is now down to one Michigan location. The tavern and grill chain closed its outpost at the Mall at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township late last month. This comes after the company shuttered restaurants in Livonia and Auburn Hills and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy this past March. The last Bar Louie left in the state resides in Royal Oak. 17460 Hall Road. LIVONIA — The western suburbs lost a longstanding favorite when Corsi's Restaurant closed in late June. The Italian spot had served the Livonia community for almost seven decades and was also an event venue for weddings and banquets. Restaurateur Bernard Webster bought Corsi's and plans to remodel the space, revamp the menu to feature Italian and Southern comfort fare, and reopen as Truth Banquet and Mr. B's Pizza, Ribs and Soul Food. 27910 Seven Mile Road. WESTLAND — Memphis-based chicken chain Gus's has closed in Westland, leaving only one location remaining in Metro Detroit. The restaurant is known for spicy fried chicken, sides like collard greens, baked beans, and mac and cheese, and a variety of pies for dessert. Gus's shuttered a Royal Oak outpost in 2024; the Michigan businesses are operated by local franchisee Schmaltz Hospitality LLC. 35505 Ford Road.
Eater
09-07-2025
- Business
- Eater
3 Recent Chicago Restaurant Closures to Know in July
Summer is generally the busiest season for the restaurant industry, but that doesn't mean it's easygoing. Rising costs, shortage of workers, and real estate conflicts are all contributing to the shuttering of beloved businesses. These are the latest restaurant closures in Chicago — some have been around for decades while others are still newcomers, but they're all sad nonetheless. The Shutter, a regular roundup of Chicago's restaurant closures, is your resource to find out what's on its way out. The list is by no means comprehensive. Have information on another closing? Send all tips to chicago@ July 9 NORTH CENTER — Suburban pizza mini chain Armand's has left city limits with the closing of its location at 4159 N. Western Avenue. The pizzeria specializes in thin-crust pies and still has outposts in Elmwood Park, Elmhurst, and Arlington Heights. UPTOWN — Dear Flo's, a brunch spot at 1313 W. Wilson Avenue that opened in late 2024, is closed according to its Instagram account. It joins a long line of shuttered restaurants that owners Andy and Gina Kalish have started in the space. Since 2016, the couple has opened eight different restaurants on the corner of Wilson Avenue and Malden Street, including Kal'ish, Longacre, and vegan Jewish deli Sam & Gertie's. Patrons have noted that the hours of operation for the establishments were often limited and inconsistent. WEST LOOP — Komo closed in June to make way for chef Stephen Sandoval's upcoming Latin steakhouse Trino. The non-traditional Japanese restaurant at 738 W. Randolph Street opened in 2021 with sushi chef Macku Chan at the helm. Prior to that, the space was home to Latin American restaurant Ronero. The building also houses late-night cocktail lounge Esco, which will remain unchanged by the restaurant shuffle. Eater Chicago All your essential food and restaurant intel delivered to you Email (required) Sign Up By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Bangkok Post
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Bangkok Post
Three nights of film frights kick off today
The Bangkok Horror Film Festival debuts today at the Metropolitan Waterworks Authority's Maen Si building in Bangkok. Running from today until Sunday, the free event features outdoor screenings, horror exhibitions, short film contests and stories from filmmakers, actors and others. It runs from 5pm to midnight. Sponsored by the Ministry of Culture and the Thailand Creative Culture Agency, this first horror festival is staged by Wizard Production, Bison Idea, Bangkok Open Air (Krungthep Klang Plang), Thai Film Director Association and Documentary Club. Here is the line-up of spooky films. July 4 5.30pm – concert by Once Dogs 6pm – opening ceremony 6.30pm – screening of two new short films The Hystelity Show (10 minutes 51 seconds), directed by Worapop Nittayanun, is a psychological drama of two emcees in a kids' show who gradually reveal their gruesome truth. Phuphaman (28 minutes 53 seconds), directed by Netipong Singha, follows Oab who encounters mystery upon his return from Bangkok to Khon Kaen after the passing of his mother. 8pm – talk with Sophon "Jim" Sakdaphisit, director of Coming Soon. 8.30pm – screening of Coming Soon (1 hour 35 minutes), which follows a projectionist haunted by a ghostly terror following a screening of a film that features the lynching of a woman. 10pm –screening of Smile (1 hour 55 minutes), which follows a psychiatrist who is pursued by an entity with a scary grin after her encounter with a patient. July 5 5.30pm – concert by Purpeech 6.30pm – screening of two new short films A Night With Granny (7 minutes 3 seconds), directed by Yanisa, revolves around Win who keeps vigil beside his late granny. When a black cat jumps over her coffin, mystery ensues. On The Way … Home (30 minutes 1 second), directed by Naruepon Srimuang, follows a family that summons a spirit, but it turns to be something else. 8pm – screening of The Sisters (1 hour 35 minutes). Directed by Tiwa Moeithaisong, it follows a group of teen musicians who stay a run-down hotel outside Bangkok and encounter the spirit of a dead prostitute. They have to solve the mystery of her murder to save their own lives. 10pm – screening of Ouija (1 hour 39 minutes), a horror film that follows a group of teens who unintentionally awaken a dark power via an old Ouija board following the death of their friend. July 6 5.30pm – concert by Poomjit 6.30pm – screening of two new short films The Little Kerin (15 minutes 4 seconds), directed by Napassorn Busarakhamsakul, follows the namesake boy who uses an army of dolls in a face-off with a demon while waiting for his dad to return home. Run Out Of Gas (17 minutes 15 seconds), directed by Supachai Banglueang, dramatises a revengeful encounter between a taxi driver and a passenger. 7.40pm – talk with the film crew and cast of Shutter, including Banjong "Tong" Pisanthanakun and Natthaweeranuch "Ja" Thongmee. 8.20pm – screening of Shutter (1 hour 37 minutes), which follows a couple who encounter strange events after finding a female white shadow in a photo. Their search culminates in the discovery of a dark secret. 10pm – screening of Us (2 hours 1 minute). On a serene vacation in Santa Cruz, California, a family is shocked to find that intruders look like them. Bangkok Horror Film Festival is accessible by public transport. Taking the MRT to Sam Yot station (Exit 1) is highly recommended. Parking space is also available at Wat Saket (until 10pm) and JPARK. Follow updates at
Eater
25-06-2025
- Business
- Eater
5 Recent Chicago's Restaurant Closures to Know
Chicago's restaurant scene is rapidly changing, and the city is used to seeing places come and go. It's a tough real estate market out there, and the rising costs of doing business do not favor restaurant owners. Sometimes the grind gets too much, other times it's time to pull the curtain on a long run. Of course, customers may not always love the food that's being served either. The Shutter, a regular roundup of Chicago's restaurant closures, is your resource to find out what's on its way out. The list is by no means comprehensive. Have information on another closing? Send all tips to chicago@ . BUCKTOWN— Mable's Table has closed at 1655 W. Cortland Street. In a world where 'neighborhood gem' is cliché, the phrase is actually applicable in this case. The restaurant opened in 2017, filling the big shoes left after the 22-year run of Jane's ended in the same space. Saturday, June 21, was Mable's last day of service. GARFIELD RIDGE— After 26 years, Oak Mill Bakery has closed its South Harlem Avenue location. While the bakery at 5747 S. Harlem is closed, its four suburban locations, including one in Harwood Heights on North Harlem, remain open. JEFFERSON PARK— Gale Street Inn, a neighborhood restaurant that epitomized North Side barbecue thanks to its ribs, is closed. The sudden announcement ended a 62-year run across the street from the CTA's Jefferson Park Blue Line Stop. Gale Street's ownership blamed challenges finding workers, and media reports began shifting blame at Chicago's move to ban the tipped minimum wage, which goes into effect on July 1. But as it's hard to predict the ordinance's impact other than to see how it impacted Washington, D.C. Perhaps Gale Street's closure is a referendum on Chicago's barbecue scene, which is marketably different from six decades ago. Lem's Bar-B-Q just won a James Beard Award. Smoque BBQ is in the headlines over a trademark dispute with Weber Grills. Gale Street was also trapped in the past. Who can forget their '90s spots on sports radio, bragging about never playing hip hop in their dining room? Regardless, Gale Street was a pillar of the Northwest Side community since 1963 and a place for special occasions, including first dates, birthdays, and graduation parties. WEST TOWN— Vegans were dealt a big blow as Liberation Kitchen has closed at 2054 W. Grand Avenue. Operated by Vegan food company Upton's Naturals, Liberation Kitchen has served the public for 12 years with veganized versions of Chicago dogs, doughnuts, and more. Ownership says they'll continue to host vegan farmers markets and want to focus more on Upton's. WICKER PARK— Milk & Honey, once considered an anchor along Division Street, has been closed since May after the city suspended the cafe's business license. New owners have run the cafe at 1920 W. Division Street since 2022, and they've faced some challenges over the years. Management describes the closure as a temporary move, but there haven't been updates in five weeks. See More: Chicago Restaurant Closings Chicago Restaurant News
