Mendelsohn Takes Judges Prize at Hamburger Hop; Changes To Peet’s Openings; Salero Lunch

MILLENNIUM PARK—Hamburger Hop, the kickoff to this past weekend's Chicago Gourmet, crowned its victors in both judges (Good Stuff Eatery's Prez Obama Burger) and people's choice (River Roast's Tête de Tête burger) categories. Opening its first Chicago location this fall somewhere on Wabash in the Loop, Good Stuff Eatery's Spike Mendelsohn was still rejoicing the next day at his "Top Chef" demo, stating that he and his crew were out all night celebrating. [EaterWire]

LINCOLN PARK—Turns out only one location (3025 Clark St.) of Peet's Coffee and Tea is opening for certain this week, while two others (41 East 8^th St. and 1328 S. Halsted) are expected to open early next month. [EaterWire]

WEST LOOP—Salero has begun serving lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. [EaterWire]