"IRVING PARK - Taquizas Valdez has ended its run after 12 months. Ownership announced the news on social media, explaining it was "forced to make a decision that deeply hurts - but one we know is necessary," citing an "economy that has been unforgiving to small businesses." The restaurant was known for its variety of tacos and tortas, as well as pan dulce. 3038 W. Irving Park Road"
"THE LOOP - Saucy Porka, the Asian Latin fusion spot serving items like chorizo egg rolls and bao tacos (bacos), has closed its Loop location. The decision, according to owner Amy Le, stems from an incident in October, when one of the restaurant's chefs was attacked outside his apartment, leaving him unable to work. A GoFundMe has been set up to help raise money for medical costs. Saucy Porka has one remaining Chicago location in Hyde Park. 335 S. Franklin Street."
Several Chicago restaurants across neighborhoods have closed or announced upcoming closures. Sip & Savor closed its Rosenwald Courts outpost after nearly seven years; that space will be available for event rentals while other Sip & Savor locations remain open in Edgewater, Hyde Park, and South Loop. Taquizas Valdez in Irving Park closed after 12 months, with ownership citing an unforgiving economy. McGee's in Lincoln Park, open since 1987, has shuttered and the property is listed for sale. Saucy Porka closed its Loop location after a chef was attacked, with a GoFundMe for medical costs; a Hyde Park location remains. Bloom Plant Based Kitchen announced a February 21, 2026 closure and described a forthcoming transformation.
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