The Lakeview East Annual Meeting is taking place this year on Tuesday, March 12th at The Makers Mark Barrel Room at Wrigley Field!

Don't miss out on of the best events of the year! Join us alongside business owners and community leaders as we celebrate past achievements and plan for the future, this time at the Maker's Mark Barrel Room in Wrigley Field!

Come mingle with fellow Lakeview East community members, get updates on exciting initiatives and upcoming events, and cheer for the winners at the Lakeview East Business Awards. It's your chance to connect, celebrate, and see what's ahead for Lakeview East & Wrigleyville. See you at Wrigley Field!

Cubaneo Supper Club

Haven't gotten our tickets to the Cubaneo Supper Club yet? We're already half way sold out! The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce Supper Club is inspired by Chicago Restaurant Week! We team up with a local business and create a unique experience for a low set cost.

Cubaneo is an instant escape from the city to the beautiful island of Cuba—a friendly, fun, vibrant all-day café and restaurant that invites you to feast on a wide selection of Tropical Foods! We have a delicious prix fixe menu prepared for the evening, with a mojito included (which can be switched to a mocktail!)

Wed, March 27th

6 pm

$50 Per Person

Fish Fry Fridays

No meat on Fridays? No problem! We put together a list of all the places serving up fish fry during Lent. Hook, line, and sinker all the fried deliciousness our neighborhood has to offer!

Chicago Reader: Best of 2023 Winners

Every year, The Chicago Reader puts polls out for The Best Chicago has to offer. There are HUNDREDS of categories, and thousands of Chicago residents and businesses are nominated! They just released the winners of the 2023 Best Of Chicago winners, here are all the Lakeview East and Wrigleyville Winners!

Nestled in the currently construction-heavy Clark Street at 3345 N Clark lives the beautiful plant and antique-filled window of PS Bangkok. Established in 1983, PS Bangkok is more than just a restaurant; it’s a story of family, dedication, and the unwavering love of Thai cuisine. This charming establishment, founded by Sue along with her sister and her husband, has grown from a labor of love into a beloved local gem.

Last week, we paid a visit to P.S Bangkok and enjoyed three courses of authentic Thai cuisine as we interviewed long-time owner and chef, Sue.

Read our interview with Sue here!

Click here to watch our online reel of our visit!

Dates: Friday, February 9 to Saturday, March 30, 2024 

Location: N. Clark Street from W. Newport Avenue to W. Buckingham Place

W. Roscoe Street from N. Sheffield Avenue to east of the CTA Tracks

Work Hours: 7am-7pm; Weekdays and Weekends (Continuous 24/7 street closure)

Work Activity: Drilled Shaft Installation, Track Substructure Construction, Structural Steel Erection, Sewer Reconstruction, Roadway Reconstruction, Bus Pad Installation & Sidewalk Reconstruction

Local Impact:    

N. Clark Street

• N. Clark Street from W. Newport Avenue to W. Buckingham Place will be closed to all vehicular traffic.
• The sidewalk on the west side of N. Clark Street, south of W. Roscoe Street, will be closed until the work activity is completed.
• The sidewalk on the east side of N. Clark Street will remain open at all times.
• Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times.

W. Roscoe Street

• W. Roscoe Street from N. Sheffield Avenue to east of the CTA tracks will be closed to all vehicular traffic.
• The sidewalk on the south side of W. Roscoe Street, west of N. Clark Street, will be closed until the work activity is completed.
• The sidewalk on the north side of W. Roscoe Street will remain open at all times.
• Access to businesses and residences will be maintained at all times.
• The alley on the south side of W. Roscoe Street, just east of the CTA Tracks, will remain accessible.
• There will be noise while work is being performed. Noise will include:
• General construction noise
• Noise and vibration from drilling and hauling material
• Noise from crane lifting and setting equipment
• Loud noise from roadway and sidewalk demolition
• Beeping from backup alarms construction equipment and vehicles
• Flagging horns 

Sidewalk Café Renewals

Sidewalk café permits are issued by the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) starting January 1st and are valid from March 1st through the end of the following February on an annual basis.

To renew a sidewalk café, renew online using the permitting web portal by February 29, 2024.

Sidewalk Café Operating Requirements

• A sidewalk café permit allows a restaurant or tavern to serve customers on the sidewalk, maintaining 6 feet of pedestrian clearance along the sidewalk, among other requirements.
• Sidewalk cafes must remain operational when set up on the sidewalk and may not be used for storage of tables, chairs, shoveled snow, or other items.
• When snow has accumulated, sidewalk cafes must be removed from the public way until the snow is removed (the threshold for café removal is any snow for a street-side sidewalk cafe and 2 inches of snow for a building-side sidewalk café).
• While a canopy or awning may be used to provide overhead coverage, the complete enclosure of a sidewalk café is prohibited. 

For more information and to apply for a sidewalk cafe, visit the sidewalk café webpage or email BACP’s public way use division at publicwayuse@cityofchicago.org with any questions regarding sidewalk cafes. 

We are currently looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant! The Administrative Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the staff of LVECC for administrative duties, programs, and services of the Chamber and SSAs. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with a dedicated team to drive positive change and growth in the Lakeview East community. This position is not remote, and you will need to come into the office. 20-30 hours weekly.

Every day we inch closer and closer to summertime Chi! June is Pride Month, and we are excited to announce we will have a float in the 2024 Pride Parade, taking place this year on June 30th! Is it your dream to walk in the parade, or are you looking to help support the community? Become a sponsor and join us as we march in the proudest parade of the year. Please take a look at our Sponsorship Opportunities, and find which one is right for you and your crew.

COMING SOON

Steingold's of Chicago | 3630 N Clark

Crumbl Cookies | 1111 W. Addison

Chicago Haircuts and Shaves | 611 W Belmont

The Catcade | 624 W. Belmont

Dentologie | 963 W Belmont

Cumin | 1039 W Belmont

La Perla Chicago | 3166 N Clark

Noori Chicken Chicago | 3223 N Clark

Billy Goat Tavern | 3724-3726 N Clark Street

Hair by Nadezda | 2903 N Broadway Floor 1

JustFoodForDogs | 3141 N Broadway

Lola & Bowie | 3335 N Broadway

Dermatology + Aesthetics | 3245 N Halsted

Little Village Café Turkish Kitchen | 2845 N Broadway

NOW OPEN

TSAoCAA | 3139 N Broadway

Amici | 3933 N Broadway

Broadway Pizza | 3121 N Broadway

Fox Training Studio | 3109 N Broadway

Saints & Angels Healing Through Sound | 639 W Diversey

Tulip's Tea on Tuesday | 828 W Grace

2nd Street | 666 W Diversey

Saint Patrick's Day Guide

Everyone is Irish on Saint Patrick's Day! Saint Paddy's is on Sunday, March 17th this year, and the Annual parade and river dyeing is on Saturday, March 16th. One of the biggest party weekends in Chicago, we want to help you coordinate so you can enjoy every crazy second. Find out whose opening early on parade day, and explore the finest spots to savor Irish cuisine throughout the month of March!

March Madness

Prepare yourself for the excitement! March Madness kicks off this year on Sunday, March 17th. As the big day approaches, more bars are unveiling their Watch Parties and exclusive game-day offers. Discover where you can catch the action at your beloved Wrigleyville Bars!

March Madness Guide

Wrigley Field Concerts + Cubs Single Game Tickets On Sale!

Get ready to cheer on our beloved Cubbies once again from the bleachers, enjoying beer, hotdogs, and the vibrant atmosphere of Wrigley Field! Single-game Cubs tickets went on sale last Friday, including tickets for Opening Day on April 1st. Purchase tickets here!

Concerts Announced So Far:

Def Leppard and Journey, Joined by Steve Miller Band, Monday, July 15th

Green Day

Tuesday, August 13th

Luke Bryan

Sunday, August 25th

Pearl Jam

Thursday, August 29th and Saturday August 31st

Tickets to all Wrigley Field Concerts can be found here!

Check out all the BACP Webinars Here!

Cybersecurity Fundamentals: What You Need to Do to Protect Your Business

Technology Business Operations & Licensing

March 1st, 2024, 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Presented by Score Chicago

Small businesses are the targets of cyberattacks. Cybercriminals are organized and know how to mimic your business operations to slip in undetected to obtain valuable confidential information, steal funds or shut down operations. to protect against most attacks and protect your remote workers. This webinar will cover: prevalent cyber tactics and growing trends (phishing, email compromise and ransomware) and strategies to protect your business against cyber attacks, securing remote workers or employees, protecting home networks, and providing secure video conferencing for workforce and team meetings.

Register Here

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