Congratulations to my clients Dan and Liz on the opening of Txa Txa Cafe in Logan Square — and on the new baby! It was a pleasure helping them get licensed and open their doors. If you’re familiar with their work at Lula Cafe, you know the food is going to be great.

Tough stretch for Chicago craft beer. Five breweries have closed or announced closures in the past six weeks: Alarmist, Whiner Beer Company, Illuminated Brew Works, Casa Humilde, and Flapjack.

Our firm works with breweries and other licensed establishments across Chicago, and every closure raises important licensing and regulatory questions for both the outgoing and incoming operators. If you’re in the industry and navigating a transition, whether closing, selling, or taking over a space, we’re here to help.

Chicago’s spring restaurant lineup is looking strong. Eater Chicago just published their list of the most anticipated openings, and we’re excited to share that our firm is working with three of the restaurants on this list to help them navigate the licensing process.

We can’t say which ones just yet — but stay tuned. It’s going to be a great spring for Chicago dining.