The Chicago restaurant industry is facing significant challenges, including rising costs, labor shortages, and real estate conflicts, leading to an increase in restaurant closures. Notable closures include Armand's pizza chain in North Center, which remains operational in the suburbs, and Dear Flo's in Uptown, which operated sporadically since opening in late 2024. In the West Loop, Komo closed to pave the way for a new Latin steakhouse named Trino, while neighboring cocktail lounge Esco retains its operation. These developments reflect broader trends impacting beloved dining establishments across the city.
The restaurant industry faces challenges such as rising costs, worker shortages, and real estate conflicts, leading to closures of cherished establishments in Chicago.
Armand's, a suburban pizza chain, has closed its Chicago location on 4159 N. Western Avenue but continues to operate in suburban areas such as Elmwood Park and Arlington Heights.
Dear Flo's, a brunch spot in Uptown that opened in 2024, is now closed, adding to the list of restaurants opened by owners Andy and Gina Kalish in that location.
Komo, a non-traditional Japanese restaurant in the West Loop, closed to make way for chef Stephen Sandoval's new Latin steakhouse, Trino, with the space previously housing Ronero.
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