Indoor Dining is Back: How’s That Going?

Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Thursday that Chicago is easing more pandemic restrictions and increasing capacity for indoor venues. Chicago’s restaurants have been in Phase 4, which means indoor tables up to six people and outdoor seating up to 10 people. The return of indoor dining should be welcome news to hospitality workers who were hit hard during the pandemic, but some restaurants are having trouble finding staff. We talk about “what’s happening with” the restaurant scene, including this week’s Bib Gourmand awards and Michelin stars. Guests: Ashok Selvam, Editor, Eater Chicago (@Shokdiesel) Josh Noel, Reporter, Chicago Tribune (@hopnotes) Chicago Michelin Guide: https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/illinois/restaurants/3-stars-michelin/2-stars-michelin/1-star-michelin Follow us on Twitter: @CityCastChicago Sign up for our newsletter: chicago.citycast.fm