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BEVERLY—Demolition crews began work to make room for a new Buona Beef at 10633 S. Western Ave. While they are plenty in the burbs, this would be the first Buona within Chicago city limits. The 3,940-square-foot restaurant that serves Chicago's Italian beef sandwiches could open as soon as September. [DNA Info]
SOUTH BARRINGTON—Gino's East is planning on opening a new restaurant next month in South Barrington. The deep-dish joint is taking over part of the venerable Millrose Restaurant at 45 S. Barrington Road. [Daily Herald]
LINCOLN PARK—The Twisted Baker has a new home at 2475 N. Lincoln Ave. at the former Cookie Bar spot. Earlier this year, The Twisted Baker shuttered in Old Town after losing its lease. There's no word when they'll re-open. [EaterWire]
BRIDGEPORT—Gio's Authentic Mexican Cafe could open in February in the former Oliver's Cafe space at 451 W. 31st St. It's from the same ownership that runs Gio's Cafe and Deli, 2724 S. Lowe Ave. [DNA Info]