The Most Anticipated Chicago Restaurant Openings, Fall 2026
Eater Chicago / by Lisa Shames / September 11, 2026 Fall in Chicago always signals change, most notably the weather. With a dining scene that rivals any major city in the world, there’s bound to be transformation when it comes to restaurants, too. For now, the city seems to be taking a break from newfangled bakeries — though the reopening of Ravenswood’s Del Sur is sure to get laminated pastry fans in a tizzy. Meanwhile, taverns are continuing to proliferate across the city. From a second Chicago location
Del Sur Bakery Expanding Next Door To Ease Long Lines, Bring More Pastries To Its Fans
Block Club Chicago / by Alex V. Hernandez / May 20, 2026 RAVENSWOOD — The uber-popular Del Sur Bakery is temporarily closing next month to expand its footprint next door, its owner said. The bakery will close its 4639 N. Damen Ave. home in June as part of the construction plan. The goal is for customers to be able to enjoy Del Sur’s new, larger space by the end of summer — but hopefully sometime in July, owner Justin Lerias said. The last day of service will be June 14, so it will be open as the James
Del Sur Bakery Chef Nominated for “Pastry Chef of the Year”
WGN9 / by Ji Suk Yi / January 23, 2026 Del Sur Bakery’s Chef Justin Lerias has just been nominated for the Banchet Awards Pastry Chef of the Year. His Ravenswood bakery is blending the flavors of the Philippines with timeless Midwestern techniques. In a space where tradition, creativity, and community thrive. Chef Lerias joins us now with more. View More Here.
