HIGHLAND PARK—If you're interested in what John des Rosiers is doing with Royce, the reconcepted Moderno, you now have your chance to check it out. Open today, dishes include daily themed-specials like fried chicken night ($17), in addition to previously reported menu items. [EaterWire]
RIVER NORTH—Speaking of fried chicken, 25 Degrees kicks off a weekly fried chicken special on Sunday. Theirs costs $12 and includes two sides, perfect with a salted caramel spiked shake. [EaterWire]
GOLD COAST— As part of their anti-New Year's resolution theme, Allium is running daily all-you-can-eat specials. Tuesdays are fried chicken nights, coming with wedge salad and apple pie. [EaterWire]
LADD—Finally, here's more fried chicken. There's a town two hours west of Chicago, with a population of 1,283, where people wait hours in line just to taste the fried chicken. It's called Rip's Tavern and it better be good. [Tribune]
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