rd+d - Chicago

new + notable: Pandan, Chicago

The cocktail lounge offers expansive views of the city skyline from its luxe interior.

Puerto Rican Rum Bar Lands in Chicago

Marina's Bistro and Rum Bar is bringing the vibrant flavors (and colors) of Puerto Rico to Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood.

Sardinian Inspired Restaurant Lands in Chicago

The space was inspired by the sun-drenched landscapes found near owner Benny Siddu’s childhood home in Sardinia.

new + notable: UMMO, Chicago

This two-story space with a sophisticated downstairs dining room and a loft bar upstairs offers a new take on luxe Italian dining in Chicago’s River North neighborhood.

Cefalù Transports Guests from Suburbia to the Seaside

The space is full of natural light and organic elements with seating that surrounds a 15-foot olive tree.

new + notable: Draftkings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field, Chicago

Positioned alongside the iconic Wrigley Field is Draftkings Sportsbook — the largest retail sportsbook in the country connected to a sports venue.

Kanela Goes with a New Flow

This Chicago breakfast concept opened a new restaurant in a challenging space.

Chicago-Based Concept Expands to Milwaukee

Avli opened the doors of its first location in Milwaukee, Wis. this month. The restaurant features two floors of dining space and an outdoor terrace overlooking the Milwaukee River and downtown

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Y2K Revival Meets French New Wave in this Chicago Opening

A pink, Parisian, Champagne-drenched dream opens in Chicago’s West Loop.

Tour the Design Trends Returns!

After a two-year hiatus, rd+d's Tour the Design Trends returned!

Esquire by Cooper’s Hawk Opens in Chicago with Focus on Visiting Chefs

Cooper’s Hawk, a winery and restaurant group, opened a new fine-dining concept in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood.

Game On: Eatertainment is Back at Flight Club

Flight Club’s guests come for the entire eating and playing experience – here's how the chain is cashing in on eatertainment.

Design Market: Chicago

Check out what the Windy City has to offer.

Retail Restaurants

While some retail storefronts shutter, others are branching out and creating destinations for shoppers. Some are even turning shoppers into diners. Increasingly, customers can take a break from

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Maddon’s Post: Leading Transformation at Wrigley

Joe Maddon may no longer be skipper of the Chicago Cubs, but his legacy will live long in Chicago. It was Maddon, after all, who led the oft-maligned, “loveable loser” Cubs to victory in the 2016

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Portillo’s Rolls Out Pop-up Shop

In an attempt to boost brand awareness and generate catering sales iconic Chicago restaurant chain Portillo’s set up a pop-up shop in a suburban mall.

True Food Kitchen’s Oak Brook Location Includes Eco-Friendly Design Elements

True Foods Kitchen opened its second Chicago-area location. Located in suburban Oak Brook, this 9,000-square-foot space features a mix of indoor and outdoor areas.

Tortello Celebrates the Pasta Process

Chicago-based Tortello is designed to celebrate pasta and the pasta making process.

Veggie Grill Takes Root in Chicago’s Restaurant Row

Veggie Grill, a plant-based fast-casual restaurant chain opened a location in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood.

In the Navy! A Q&A with the Designers of Chicago's Newest Food Hall

Fulton Galley, the food hall by Pittsburgh-based Galley Group, has opened in Chicago’s busy West Loop neighborhood amidst construction cranes, countless restaurants and all-night bars. This is ...

Beer Halls: An American Translation of a European Tradition

Just as U.S. craft brewers have taken European beer styles and given them uniquely American twists, so have designers adapted the European beer hall for an American audience. As the

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Greenwood Offers Urban Sophistication in the Suburbs

In this Q&A, Dwayne MacEwan, principal and creative director of DMAC Architecture, provides insight into his firm’s design for Greenwood American Kitchen and Bar, which co-owners Josh Kaplan

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