"The Shutter, a regular roundup of Chicago's restaurant closures, is your resource to find out what's on its way out. The list is by no means comprehensive. BRIDGEPORT - D&D Brothers Hibachi and Big Boss Spicy Fried Chicken has closed. Opened in 2019, Big Boss was known for its chile-loaded fried chicken and sandwiches, as well as its vibrant graffiti-covered interior and exterior. The restaurant changed ownership in 2025, adding hibachi entrees to the menu while toning down the colorful space. 2520 S. Halsted Street."
"NORWOOD PARK - After less than two years of serving up Roman‑style pizza, handmade pastas, and Italian sandwiches, Stefani's Bottega Italiana has paused restaurant service. The Stefani Restaurant Group says it's shifting gears to refocus on the pasta program and make its products more widely available across Chicago. An outpost at Time Out Market Chicago will remain open. 6075 N. Milwaukee Avenue."
"RIVER NORTH - After 16 years as a pillar of the city's vegan scene, Chicago Raw will close its storefront on Sunday, November 30. Founder Polly Gaza thanked loyal customers for years of support via Instagram, saying the journey has "meant the world" and highlighting the community built around plant‑based food. In the meantime, bulk orders of fan favorites - from raw desserts to garden burgers and pizza crackers - are available through Thursday, November 20."
D&D Brothers Hibachi and Big Boss Spicy Fried Chicken in Bridgeport has closed; Big Boss opened in 2019, earned notice for chile-loaded fried chicken and graffiti-covered decor, and changed ownership in 2025 to add hibachi entrees. Stefani's Bottega Italiana in Norwood Park has paused restaurant service after under two years to refocus on a pasta program and expand product availability, while keeping a Time Out Market Chicago outpost open. Chicago Raw in River North will close its storefront after 16 years, offering bulk orders through November 20 and planning a recipe book. Lynn's Chicago Pizza is closing its storefront and shifting to catering.
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