Hearty's Got Greenbush; Vivo's NYE in an Elevator; More

LAKEVIEW—Hearty is the first spot in Chicago to serve Greenbush Brewing's Undertow Ale. The beer, from Sawyer, Mich., is brewed with coriander and is pretty hop heavy. [EaterWire]

WEST LOOP—Book Vivo's intimate "elevator shaft" for one of two NYE seatings: 6 to 9 p.m. is $1,200 and includes dinner with wine and Champagne pairings; 9:30 to 1 a.m. goes for $1,500 and includes dinner, two bottles each of red wine and Champagne, open bar and VIP access to the dance party in the private dining room. Call 312-733-3379 or go online for more details. [EaterWire]

LOOP—Starting Dec. 19, chef Todd Stein will host a "Feast of the Seven Fishes" type special at the Florentine, where he'll feature one fish dish each night through Christmas. Details and pricing is on the restaurant's website. [EaterWire]

EVANSTON—Help celebrate Bistro Bordeaux's second anniversary by enjoying a $59 prix-fixe meal that runs through Saturday. [Grub Street]

[Photo: Vivo]