The Tribune spoke to several restaurant owners about the impact of immigration enforcement on their businesses and on diners. The blow to foot traffic is widespread across the city, but was felt

John and Amy discuss Creepies, the new French Midwestern bistro from the Elske team, along with two tavern-style pizza places making waves.

Welcome to the Opening Report, a curated roundup of recent restaurant openings big and small across Chicago. Did we miss a spot? Drop a note at the tipline or email [email protected], and we’ll consider it for the next update.

Thai Dang, the James Beard nominated chef, who fled Vietnam as a 7-year-old refugee with his family, has partnered with Lettuce Entertain You.

The government shutdown is pausing federal food aid for millions across the country and several Chicago restaurants are working to help.

Mom and pop restaurants who rely on communities that ICE agents have been targeting in the Chicago area said they're seeing fewer and fewer customers amid the Trump administration's ongoing immigration crackdown.

The White House plans to fund about half the expected SNAP food assistance this month amid the government shutdown. It’s unclear when those dollars will reach Chicago households.