Chez Simo Bistro Open in Ravenswood; Bon Appetit Editor at Parson's

RAVENSWOOD—A new French option is open in Ravenswood. Chez Simo Bistro, with chef George Vega (Mon Ami Gabi, Pete Miller's Seafood and Prime Steak) serves "authentic French cuisine" like croque monsieur, steak au poivre, terrine de foie gras and escargot a la bourgogne. [Patch]

LOGAN SQUARE—Bon Appetit editor-in-chief Adam Rapaport is holding a book signing and Q&A at Parson's Chicken & Fish on Friday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m. Appetizers and cocktails from his book The Grilling Book: The Definitive Guide from Bon Appétit will be available. [EaterWire]

EVANSTON—Longtime Evanston fine dining restaurant Oceanique will be closing June 30 for renovations. They'll reopen July 16 with a new bar, booth seating, and lighting. [Dish]

RIVER NORTH—Paul McGee has launched a new summer-themed cocktail menu at Bub City. New drinks include the "County Line" (Old Heaven Hill bourbon, Punt e Mes, strawberry, lemon). [EaterWire]
[Photo: Chez Simo Bistro]