Hot Doug's Closed For Labor Day Holiday; Shin Thompson at TD & S; More

AVONDALE—Hot Doug's will be closed Monday, September 1 through Wednesday, September 3 for "Labor Day(s)." After that you'll have a month left to get in before they close for good. [EaterWire]

LOGAN SQUARE—Labor Day's going to be extra special at Table, Donkey & Stick as partner Shin Thompson will be running the kitchen for their Monday $5 specials. Thompson knows the space well, as it's where he gained a Michelin star for Bonsoiree. Look for a grass-fed burger motoyaki with mushrooms and torched ponzu aioli; hand-rolled gnocchi with tarragon-sherry sauce; and more. [EaterWire]

LOGAN SQUARE—The fourth annual neighborhood appreciation block and dance party hits Longman & Eagle this Sunday. Running from 1:00 until 10:00 PM, this year's event is bigger and will feature a menu of elotes, lamb kabobs, meatballs, shrimp ceviche and more from executive chef Jared Wentworth. [EaterWire]

OLD IRVING PARK—Homaro Cantu's brewery on Montrose Avenue will be called Crooked Fork Brewing, according to the Tribune. Cantu is shooting for a summer 2015 opening. [Tribune]

STREETERVILLE—mEAT on Chestnut begins serving brunch this Saturday. Expect bacon onion tarts, skewers, almond French toast and much more. [EaterWire]