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Big Star Opening Third Restaurant In West Town With A Seafood Focus

Big Star Mariscos will offer aguachile, ceviche and more. It'll join Big Star's flagship Wicker Park restaurant and Wrigleyville outpost.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town

Etta Staffers Test Positive For Coronavirus, But Restaurant Owner Says Closing Is Not An Option

Etta co-owner David Pisor defended his decision to stay open. "If someone gets it, [we] move them out. ... It's something we've been able to smartly handle."

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town

Big Star Closes Wicker Park Location After Staffer Tests Positive For Coronavirus

The popular patio spot is closed temporarily while other staffers are tested and the restaurant is deep cleaned.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town

Big Star Ends Meal Giveaway Citing Staff Safety, But West Town Bakery Will Take Over Giving Free Food To Laid-Off Workers

One Off Hospitality, the group that owns Big Star, is ceasing carryout services.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town

Need A Quarantine Cocktail? Some Of Chicago’s Best Bars Are Selling Make-At-Home Kits For Pickup, Delivery

Big Star margs on your couch? Club Lucky martinis with your house-made pasta? You can make it happen.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town

Big Star Wicker Park Giving Away Hundreds Of Meals To Laid-Off Chicago Restaurant And Bar Workers

Until the quarantine period ends, or for as long as supplies last, Big Star will prepare 250 to-go dinners and bags of groceries on a nightly basis, seven days a week.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town

Hattie B’s Hot Chicken Coming To Big Star As 1-Day Pop-Up Plans Grow By Popular Demand

In addition to extending its Sept. 22 hours at Dove's Luncheonette, Hattie B's will serve takeout chicken sandwiches at Big Star.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town

Big Star Wrigleyville Adding A Boozy Weekend Brunch Starting Sunday (Check Out The Menu Here)

The popular restaurant and bar will also start accepting reservations at its Wrigleyville location.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Here’s How Chicagoans Can Help Families That Have Been Separated At The Border

Here's a guide to Chicago-based fundraisers and protests over the family separation policy.

Downtown