Today In Culture, Tuesday, May 26, 2026: Lincoln Square’s Atelier Closes | Chicago Music at the Tast
Newcity / by Ray Pride / May 26, 2026 Lincoln Square’s Atelier Has Closed Tim Lacey, owner of acclaimed restaurant Atelier, announces on Instagram that they have closed after its recent move south on Western. “We’ve had to close Atelier. This was not a decision made lightly, but due to financial issues, closing was our only option. I can’t thank you enough for your faith in Atelier. Read More Here.
Atelier’s Lincoln Square Glow Up Serves Meso American Tasting Fire
Hoodline Chicago / by Richard M. Sullivan / December 1, 2025 Atelier’s Michelin-starred tasting room has resurfaced in a larger Lincoln Square home at 4544 N. Western Avenue, swapping its tight original quarters for an easier-going dining room plus a fresh bar and lounge. Owner Tim Lacey is still running the show with executive chef Bradyn Kawcak in charge of the kitchen, and the reworked space now fits up to 36 guests between the dining room, bar, and lounge. The tasting format remains by the course,
Michelin-starred Atelier is officially reopening in Lincoln Square this weekend
Time Out Chicago / by Lauren Brocato / October 8, 2025 Fine-dining restaurant Atelier quickly outgrew its original brick-and-mortar after its 2023 debut. Opened under the helm of chef Christian Hunter (who is debuting his new solo concept, Hooligan, at Time Out Market Chicago), Atelier earned a Michelin star within its first year of service. After Hunter’s departure last year, executive chef Bradyn Kawcak (Elizabeth) retained the star during the same year Atelier was named a James Beard Award semifinalist
Acclaimed Atelier Restaurant Closing Saturday Ahead Of Move In Lincoln Square
Block Club Chicago / by Alex V. Hernandez / July 17, 2025 LINCOLN SQUARE — Atelier, Lincoln Square’s Michelin-starred restaurant, will have its final day of service at its current location Saturday before it closes and moves to a new, larger spot in the neighborhood. The eight-table restaurant at 4835 N. Western Ave. is known for its 12- to 14-course tasting menu, which rotates weekly and is influenced by global flavors and ingredients sourced from small, Midwestern farms. Read More Here.
