Luella’s Southern Kitchen Will Bring Back Fan-Favorite Dishes Before Leaving Lincoln Square

by Alex V Hernandez / Block Club Chicago / February 2, 2024

LINCOLN SQUARE — Luella’s Southern Kitchen’s owner is leaving Lincoln Square after nearly a decade in the neighborhood. 

Owner Darnell Reed announced via social media this week he doesn’t plan to renew the lease for his restaurant at 4609 N. Lincoln Ave. when it expires in October. Saturday marks the restaurant’s ninth anniversary.

Reed said he’s looking for a new location that would let him shift the business to focus on brunch. 

But before Reed leaves Lincoln Square, he wants to treat loyal customers to dishes that haven’t been on the menu for a while, he said.  Read more HERE