Kabocha and Sweet Baby Ray's Opening Tomorrow; More!

WEST LOOP—Shin Thompson's Japanese brasserie Kabocha is set to open its doors up tomorrow. Although they're taking reservations, they're also booked through the weekend but walk-in bar seating is available. Check out the preview and the gallery. [EaterWire]

WRIGLEYVILLE—Sweet Baby Ray's Smokehouse, Bourbon, and Beer, originally scheduled to open April 19, is opening tomorrow at 3478 N. Clark. Expect ribs, Alabama chicken, corn maque choux, bruleed banana pudding, and "faux" pulled pork from executive chef Dylan Lipe. [EaterWire]

LINCOLN PARK—Tommy Knuckles, the "incredibly awesome and certifiably nuts" sports bar and eatery, is opening up the doors on Diversey on Wednesday, May 1 in the Forno Diablo space. More to come on that. [EaterWire]

LINCOLN PARK—Although the website isn't live, The Drop is opening at some point this weekend at 1909 N Lincoln. The late-night lounge features DJ's, spirits, and local artwork for sale. [EaterWire]

BOCA RATON—Did you know there's a second Butcher & the Burger location? It's true, but it's in Florida (6000 Glades Rd., Boca Raton). It opened up earlier in the month. [EaterWire]