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The Last Night of Uncle Fatty's; Popup Cheese Cafe on May 18

LAKEVIEW—Tonight is the last hurrah for Uncle Fatty's Rum Resort, it closes after service to make way for renovations resulting in the pinball expansion of Headquarters Beercade. They're going out with drink specials and an all-star cover band. [EaterWire]

GOLD COAST—Look out for a popup cheese cafe on May 18 from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. at 1051 N. Rush. Emceed by Eater Chicago contributor and Check, Please finalist Catherine De Orio, it features samples of an array of French cheeses (also for sale at wholesale prices), demos, complimentary wine, and more from The Cheeses of France Marketing Council. Admittance is free. [EaterWire]

LINCOLN PARK—A new taco spot, Bodega, sprouted up on 1964 N. Sheffield. They serve Mexican spring rolls, carne asada fries, and an array of tacos such as pork belly with kimchi and sriracha aioli. [UrbanDaddy]

BUCKTOWN—What did a beer cost 79 years ago? At historic Lottie's Pub they're celebrating 79 years in business with 79-cent beers on May 18. There's also $7.90 pizzas and $4 Jameson. [EaterWire]
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Uncle Fatty's Rum Resort

2833 N. Sheffield, Chicago, IL