Lincoln Park: SmallBar Fullerton just redeveloped its menu with the help of chef Justin White. It now features house-made sausages, along with a more intense focus on local meats and produce. Check out the full menu here. SmallBar Division will get the same treatment on July 5. [Grub Street]
Wicker Park: What is it about Yo La Tengo and Paul Kahan? Last year, the trio came to town under a fake name, and Kahan accidentally blew their cover on Twitter — to the ire of some fans. Now, when the band comes to town on Sunday, June 26, lead singer and songwriter, Ira Kaplan, will spend the night DJing at Kahan’s Big Star. [Grub Street]
River North: Just in time for the warm weather, Paris Club’s flashy upstairs lounge and rooftop space, Studio Paris, is planning to open on Wednesday. [Urban Daddy]
Various Locations: Eater is reporting that New York’s Engery Kitchen is planning for a big expansion in Chicago. As many as 30 outlets are being rumored, though no locations have been finalized. The mini-chain promises “healthy meals on the go,” with an intense focus on calorie counting. [Eater]
