—The dec Rooftop Lounge + Bar at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, 160 E. Pearson St., has opened with completely new food and beverage menus. Situated 12 stories above Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile, The dec features views and a mixologist-driven cocktail program. Among the eats are snacks, salads, flatbreads and burgers/sandwiches. Visit www.fourseasons.com/chicagorc/dining/lounges/thedecrooftoploungebar/ .
—Current has now opened at the W Hotel Lakeshore, 644 N. Lake Shore Dr. The restaurant features Executive Chef Gregory Elliott's modern takes on seasonal Italian cuisine. The beverage menu includes a variety of cordials, a selection of single-malt scotches, hand-crafted Italian cocktails, a boutique wine list and an array of local microbrews. Call 312-255-4460.
—Ravenswood's Troquet on Montrose is reportedly "done," according to Eater Chicago. The restaurant reportedly hasn't opened in over a month and its phone line is disconnected. Sister restaurants Troquet River North, Bistronomic and Brasserie by LM remain open.
—On Saturday, June 14, South Water Kitchen will host a special five-course Father's Day Eve Beer Dinner, 5-10 p.m. Each course of the menu, crafted by Executive Chef Roger Waysok and Head Bartender/Certified Cicerone Dan Rook, is infused with local craft beer. The cost is $68/person; visit www.southwaterkitchen.com or call 312-236-9300.
—This Father's Day, dads will be celebrated while enjoying new Head Chef Jerome Bacle's three-course seasonal meat-centric Father's Day Dinner Menu at Bistronomic, 848 N. Wabash Ave. Showcasing a variety of French techniques, the carnivore-focused menu will be available 5-9 p.m. on Sunday, June 15. Reservations are available through OpenTable.com, and are strongly recommended.
—The 13th annual Taste of River North will take place July 18-20. Thousands are expected for the event ( $5 admission ), which encompasses A. Montgomery Ward Park, 630 N. Kingsbury St., and the surrounding streets. Among the restaurants that have already committed are Kinzie Chophouse, Sholado, BlackFinn Ameripub, The Melting Pot, Taco Joint and Pranzi. Go to www.tasteofrivernorth.com or call 312-633-2600.
—La Brea Bakery is celebrating its 25th anniversary by bringing its fresh-baked bread to Chicago for a week-long "Breaking Bread" sampling tour beginning May 29. La Brea Bakery brand ambassadors will visit hot spots around the city handing out free, fresh-baked bready. The bakery will be sharing updates from the tour using #BreakingBread, and invites fans to follow along on Twitter and Instagram @labreabakery.
—Tuscany Restaurant in Wheeling, 550 S. Milwaukee Ave., now has a gluten-free menu. Menu items range from $7 to $23 each, and highlights include Pollo alla Parma, Scaloppine alla Marsala, gluten free pizza and more. Visit www.tuscanychicago.com/tuscany-wheeling.
—LagerJam IV will return to Mahoney's Pub & Grille on Sunday, June 1, 12-3 p.m., and this fourth installment will benefit Variety: The Children's Charity. ( LagerJam IV is an afternoon of craft beer and sausage sampling. ) LagerJam IV will provide patrons, ages 21 and over, a variety of three-ounce samples of 25 craft beers per person, paired with bite-sized samples of complementing sausages for $25 per person. Visit www.EventBrite.com, keyword: LAGER JAM.
—Roots Handmade Pizza, 1924 W. Chicago Ave., will throw its rhree-year anniversary Party from open to close ( 11 a.m.-2 a.m. ) on Monday, June 2, and will feature food and drink specials. For example, prices on malt-crust Quad Cities pizzas will be 20-percent lower, and there will be free slices of birthday cakes later in the evening. Visit www.rootspizza.com .
—Geja's Café will celebrate its 49th Anniversary Sunday, June 29, through Friday, July 4. Geja's will offer 49 percent off all food bills, and will host its fifth annual recipe contest and fourth annual poetry challenge during the six-day anniversary celebration. ( Poetry and recipe entrees must be submitted between Monday, June 2, through Sunday, June 22. ) See www.gejascafe.com .
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