Japonais Opens Remodeled Lounge; Smoke Daddy's 20th Birthday; More

RIVER NORTH—The last facet of Masaharu Morimoto's reboot of Japonais is opening tonight. Now dubbed "The Blue Room," the lounge and riverwalk now features new decor, a new cocktail list (including the "Serenity" with house made lychee-cello, nigori sake, grapefruit and rose water) and a new food menu. [EaterWire]

WICKER PARK—The Smoke Daddy is amazingly turning 20-years-old and three days of specials, beginning tomorrow, commemorate the occasion. Click here for the rundown, which includes throwback pricing and a pig roast. [EaterWire]

WICKER PARK—Antique Taco is also celebrating an anniversary tomorrow—two years. Stop by between 6 and 9 p.m. for drink specials, T-shirts, drawings, $2 specialty tacos, and live music. [EaterWire]

WEST TOWN—Jerry Kleiner's fascinating house is on the market for the third time and Curbed Chicago has many photos. Do take a peek. [-CCHI-]