Goodwin's Relocated; Black Sheep Becoming The National; More

LOOP—Goodwin's Restaurant, a quieter lunch option for business folk in the Loop, has relocated from 175 N. Franklin St. to 333 W. Wacker Dr. There's now a 120-seat patio (40 inside) to eat their sandwiches, wraps, salads, and soups. [EaterWire]

WRIGLEYVILLE—Black Sheep Bar Garden will officially become The National on July 15. It'll have an updated menu to go with its larger beer menu and 50-person beer garden. It was The Yard before Black Sheep. [RedEye]

EVANSTON—Former Top Chef contestant Valerie Bolon is popping up at Company (1307 Chicago Ave) with chef Michael Bulkowski this Saturday. Their five course tasting menu costs $85 ($120 with wine pairings). Visit the Company website to sign up. [EaterWire]

LAKEVIEW—The Gaper's Block Hot Dog Cookoff is this Saturday in the Schubas parking lot (3159 N. Southport). Chefs from Kuma's Corner, Fat Rice, The Haute and The Dog, and more wil be on hand to cook an array of creative hot dog dishes in front of a judge panel that includes Doug Sohn. The $20 admission price includes tasting portions and a cash bar. [EaterWire]
[Photo: Goodwin's Restaurant]