The Junction, Pizzeria Di Nella, and More Openings

WEST LOOP—Rail-riders and West Loop residents have a new three-level bar to visit. The Junction, the tri-level spot inside Union Station, held its grand opening yesterday. Check out the original post for more information. [EaterWire]

CAROL STREAM—Lincoln Park's Pizzeria di Nella (1443 W. Fullerton) opened an expansion in the far west suburbs on Friday. The new location (600 E North Ave, Carol Stream) features similar wood-fired Neapolitan pies, pasta, and risotto. [MySuburbanLife]

LATHROP—Rapidito Colombian Gourmet Bites is embarking on a soft opening and has announced its grand opening on Thursday. Expect takes on Colombian street food such as Colombian-style hot dogs, pinchos skewers, and obleas for dessert. [EaterWire]

LAKEVIEW—A new gourmet popcorn spot, Popcorn Asylum, is open at 2823 N Lincoln. Check out creative popcorn varieties like Temperance Porter (made with Temperance Porter Beer), PBJ, and maple. [Chicagoist/EaterWire]
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