Taste of Randolph Street lives up to its reputation as the best tasting culinary festival in the City of Chicago! This three-day event highlights an international assortment of food from the finest West-Loop neighborhood restaurants, talented artisans and eclectic vendors, and features two unique stages of incredible live entertainment! The West Loop Community Organization and Star Events have teamed up to announce the 2010 line-up and can’t wait to enjoy Chicago’s Best Street Festival. Mark your calendars and get ready to soak up some sun, music, and above all good eats on Chicago’s famous restaurant row!
Please search the site for current information about the West Loop or contact us at:
Artists
Entertainment Schedule
The Taste of Randolph Street is known for its incredible food and awesome entertainment. This season promises to be even more memorable than any other season. The West Loop Community Organization and StarEvents have teamed up to provide a 3-day Festival that will raise the bar for all summer festivals – around the globe.
We carefully scoured the planet to find some of the best talent to be showcased on our main stage. After months of hard work… we came up with an incredible line-up of world-class acts… but the list was too long. Our solution was to add a 2nd main stage and double the fun for everyone.
Now the attendees will be able to get twice the bang for the buck at Taste of Randolph Street Festival. We are proud to announce the 2010 line-up and can’t wait to enjoy Chicago’s Best Street Festival. Mark your calendars – and get ready to ROCK!
Sponsored in part by WXRT
The West Stage @ May St.
FRIDAY, June 18
Lovehammers 8:30 pm
Heartfelt rock and roll can still thrive – an inimitable and unpretentious sound, Chicago’s homegrown heroes punch out thought-provoking, hook-injected music that is long on hooks and incendiary riffs.
Matthew Santos Band 7:00 pm
“The acoustic, folk-pop fare is a far cry stylistically from what Santos contributed to many tracks on Fiasco’s latest album, “The Cool.” However, the soulful underpinnings of his voice are what remain consistent, containing a versatility suitable for his singer/songwriter styling as well as R&B.” -Billboard Magazine
Waco Brothers 5:30 pm
Ladies and gentlemen, quite possibly the best live rock band on the planet. We’ve seen them a hundred and sixty seven times, and they never fail to entertain with their train wreck approach to country. Subtlety is for the weak, so they’ve chosen the path of optimum mayhem and tomfoolery. In their rollicking career, they have been called everything from the flagship act of the alternative country ‘movement’ to pure butchery. Both are likely to be correct.
Their mix of hellfire country and mournful punk truly inspire. They are working to save music so you don’t have to.
SATURDAY, June 19
Lucero 8:30 pm
Powerful songs that tug on all the right strings.
One Eskimo 7:00 pm
One EskimO arrives with an impressive breadth of imagination that instantly marks them as something extraordinary.
Mucca Pazza 5:30 pm
Astounding Circus-Punk Marching Band
Twin Tigers 4:00 pm
A blend of psych-shoegaze-indie-pop – influenced by many distinguished artists including the Velvet Underground, Beatles, U2, My Bloody Valentine, Liars, and countless others, Twin Tigers make a sound that is entirely their own and will keep you coming back for more.
Spinach Prince 2:00 pm
Live Trip Hop
SUNDAY, June 20
Superchunk 8:30 pm
Energized and sharply focused in its celebration of willful self-sufficiency.
This past April, Superchunk released their first new material on CD since 2001′s Here’s to Shutting Up! Leaves in the Gutter is a collection of songs written while Superchunk prepared for live shows over the past few years.
Superchunk to headline Taste of Randolph Street festival 8pm June 20th
For many of us alive and listening 20 years ago, Superchunk and Merge Records were our first introduction to what is now defined as indie by the music industry.
There was a time when the most careerist thing a band did was buy their own PA or van, and during that time, Superchunk made music that you bought in a store and met like a friend—music that felt like someone a few towns or states over had finally heard how you were feeling. In their May 2010 25th anniversary issue, Spin Magazine deemed Superchunk’s DIY anthem “Slack Motherfucker” the indie rallying cry of the last 25 years. All Music Guide describes Superchunk as “emblematic of the true spirit of American indie rock,” a status which is enhanced by lead singer Mac McCaughan and bass player Laura Ballance’s “day jobs” as co-owners of Merge Records, one of the most well-respected independent labels around.
Preparing a new album to be released later this year, Superchunk are excited to be returning to Chicago for the first time in over four years to headline the Taste of Randolph Street Festival.
“More than 20 years in and still nobody matches Superchunk when it comes to pogo-punk delights.” ~Washington Post
Califone 7:00 pm
Atmospheres are carefully nuanced, the percussion is both rattling and melodic, the melodies are rich and soulful, interspersed throughout softly strummed folk and electrified blues.
Headlights 5:30 pm
Flourishes that lend allure and a heightened emotional depth.
The Love Language 4:00 pm
Spector-esque walls of reckless sound, cavernous drums, middle-school percussion, and moody swells of stringed instruments, all decorated hastily with stray leads, which bleed beautifully all over everything.
Environmental Encroachment – The Magic Marching Band 3:00 pm
The marching band dedicated to bringing a little madness to any and all situations. A spectacle of whirling jams, psychedelic uniforms and bunny ears, they bring such a good and majestic level of insanity to the fest.
The East Stage @ Peoria
FRIDAY, June 18
DJ – David Starfire 8:00 pm
Eclectic – fusing music varying from Dance to Rock, Hip Hop to World music and everything in between
Bandoleros 6:00 pm
One of the most popular and eclectic bands in Chicago
Plus – Belly Dance, Fire Show and an additional performance by Environmental Encroachment Magic Marching Band
SATURDAY, June 19
DJ Cheb i Sabbah 8:00 pm
Cheb i Sabbah born Haim Sérge El Baaz ( a Jew of Berber descent) in Constantine, Algeria.
Became a huge club DJ, in Paris. His complex cultural background lead him to mix musical styles. Always pushing boundaries on the dance floor, seeking ways to work African, Asian, (Indian – Punjabi) and Arabic music into the mix; using instruments such as the doumbek, sarangi, harmonium, oud, violin, and mrindangam. Then, as the “World Music” movement unfolded, Cheb i Sabbah began recording traditional and classical musicians himself and used those tracks to create his own works. Sabbah’s music has been remixed by Karsh Kale, Transglobal Underground, and Bassnectar.
DJ Jef Stott 6:00 pm
Jef Stott has been deftly navigating the realms of world fusion music for over a decade, where he has consistently been at the forefront of the International Global Electronica movement.
Vicarious TOOL Tribute 4:00 pm
Weston Rose & Good Evening 3:00 pm
Plus – Belly Dance and Fire Performance
SUNDAY, June 20
Funkadesi 8:00 pm
5-Time Award-Winning Funkadesi mixes East Indian music with reggae,funk,& Afro-Caribbean rhythms. This 10-band member group mesmerizes children and adults with its unique instrumentation, uncompromised cultural/musical contribution, and merges to create a one-world sound, roots-watering vision, & positive vibe, making the band a compelling musical force.
Lubriphonic 6:00 pm
Digging deep and giving it all in everything they do Chicago’s Lubriphonic specialize in a unique offering of funky rock n’ roll. The septet’s tight and raw sound is immediately familiar, fusing the roots of soul with explosive in-your-face delivery and sensuous R&B dance music.
DJ Carla Starla 4:00 pm
Carla truly breathes new life into the ways of DJing. By incorporating live vocals over records; spinning and singing at the same time gives Miss Starla more ways than one to spread her message of love. Is she singing? praying? or loving us? That little something extra always raises the vibration. Carla Starla’s gift of bringing people together and uplifting their spirits through music is what keeps us dancing all night on her magical dance floor.
Plus *
Friday – FIRE Performance by PYROTECHNIQ ”http://pyrotechniq.org, Tribal BellyDance by K.C. Mendocino and Environmental Encroachment – Magic Circus Band
Saturday – Tribal Belly Dance by K.C. Mendocino and Fire Performance by Urban Lotus Yoga, “http://urbanlotuschicago.com
Sunday – Fire Performance by PYROTECHNIQ and Tribal BellyDance by Jolie
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PSYMBOLIC featuring Live Interactive Visual Performances + Music:: Friday – Sunday http://www.Psymbolic.com
This catalytic duo (Julee & Troy) are Audio / Visual event engineers that create Live Interactive Visual Environments in which they project evolving expression through their video compositions and the realtime surrounding spectacles.
Psymbolic’s theme orientated visuals are composed of customized video modules, in which they have been personally creating and producing by means of animation, compositing and programming since ’99. During their live performance they use customized realtime visual software and hardware to synch video loops, camera inputs and effects to the mood of the Taste of Randolph Street festival. Diggin’ deep into a library of custom created content to choose from on the fly…
… in Synch with Sound..http://www.Psymbolic.com/visuals
Food
Restaurants Showcased at Taste of Randolph:
Vivo- When it comes to true Italian cuisine, few restaurants rival this rustic, yet stylish, veteran. Vivo opened its doors almost two decades ago, triggering a culinary landslide in the Randolph Street market district, the impact of which is still being felt today.
La Sardine- La Sardine is Chicago’s favorite Parisian Café! Since opening in September of 1998, La Sardine has been delighting everyone at the Taste of Randolph with their truly delicious and authentic French Cuisine.
One of the West Loop’s great gems and always a big Taste of Randolph favorite. De Cero which translates into “from scratch” is exactly that. Everything is made from scratch, from the crema to the lime juice to the tortillas being hand pressed to order. It’s all fresh. You can taste the difference here, no other festival this summer will serve up authentic and healthy south of the border cuisine like this.
Veerasway brings modern Indian cuisine and features healthy renditions Bombay street foods. How perfect for the Taste of Randolph, delicious Bollywood Bites while enjoying the World Music Beats and dancing in the streets.
Market delivers on both of America’s favorite summer past times. Baseball and outdoor seating. Market is enjoying its 2nd season and a great asset to the Taste of Randolph line-up.
The WestEnd is the ideal place to meet up with friends and has become one of the most popular places around. Come to the Taste of Randolph and get a taste of their great food while you meet someone equally special.
Nicholas Quality Meats- This great meat wholesaler has been serving the Randolph Market community for longer than any of us have lived here. Gus, the owner has been such a huge hit at the Taste of Randolph over the years that he started going to all the other festivals, but here you can see his butcher shop as you enter the main gate of the Taste of Randolph Street.
Tomato Head Pizza- After conquering the DePaul area of Lincoln Park, this relatively new Chicago pizza joint favorite set its sites on Randolph Street in The West Loop. Here is a great chance to try a slice while checking out one of the festivals nightly headliners; Lovehammers, Lucero and Superchunk.
La Luce- The light at the gateway to the West Loop. On the corner of Lake and Ogden, La Luce delivers all our Italian favorites while celebrating our City’s history and showcasing a stunning collection of antiques.
Alhambra Palace Restaurant- Once you taste the delicious foods you will want to run over to the Alhambra to experience the Palace, more amazing than anything you’ve seen, even in Vegas. You will be transported in time, flying on ancient Persian carpet through Egypt, Morocco and Lebanon.
There is always a great time to be had at Pasha, the food, the drinks and the music of Spain featuring The Bandoleros, who will be performing Friday June 18th at the Taste of Randolph Street.
Macello’s- Taste the wonderful regional cuisine of Puglia (the Apulian Peninsula of Italy). We are so excited to have Macello’s back in the Taste of Randolph. Their honest food and warm hospitality are like your last trip to Italy, where everything tasted great and you never felt better.
One SixtyBlue- Guided by market-fresh inspiration from farmer to plate, Chef Michael McDonald’s contemporary American cuisine celebrates daily life. A stylish Chicago West Loop restaurant with a great bar. Come by the Taste of Randolph Street and get a taste of what chef’s doing at the Blue Bar on Wednesdays features an $8 fried chicken dinner with $8 glasses of Moet & Chandon Champagne. Keep your eyes peeled at the Taste of Randolph for Michael Jordan as he may well be in town for Father’s Day!!
WISHBONE RESTAURANT was founded in July 1990 with 23 seats, nine stools, and a half dozen paintings by Chef Joel Nickson’s mother (Lia) at 1800 W. Grand Avenue. As one of the first chef-owned independent restaurants in the Wicker Park area, Wishbone boasted large portions of amazingly fresh food and quickly became a popular hangout for artists and local businesses of the area.
Testimonials
Taste of Randolph Street lives up to its reputation as the best tasting culinary festival in the City of Chicago!
Top-flight music and high-class culinary delights, as restaurants in one of the city’s hottest dining areas (the West Loop) offer dishes and demonstrations.
- CenterStage
Crowds flock to the West Loop for this foodie fest, now in its 13th year. Vendors typically set up along a six-block stretch of Randolph Street, from Peoria Street and Racine Avenue. Live music highlights
- METROMIX
Among the street fests of the summer, Taste of Randolph is one of the best for food lovers. Head to Randolph St. (west of Peoria St.) in the West Loop, which is often dubbed “Restaurant Row” considering the hefty amount of good quality restaurants in the area. Get ready to soak up some sun, music, and above all good eats.
– Chiguide
Location
Location
The Taste of Randolph Street Festival takes place in Chicago’s Randolph Street corridor in the heart of the West Loop. This upscale area features several of Chicago’s trendiest galleries and restaurants. Randolph Street corridor is fast-growing and eclectic neighborhood for residential and commercial development.
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The festival is located at 900 W. Randolph Street, just west of Halsted and the 90/94 expressway. This area is a rapidly growing residential and commercial neighborhood with limited street parking available. We suggest carpooling or using public transportation and taxis to get to the Festival.
Taste of Randolph
June 18, 19, & 20, 2010
Friday 5pm – 11pm
Saturday 2pm – 11pm
Sunday 2pm – 10pm
Taste of Randolph Street lives up to its reputation as the best tasting culinary festival in the City of Chicago! This three-day event highlights an international assortment of food from the finest West-Loop neighborhood restaurants, talented artisans and eclectic vendors, and features two unique stages of incredible live entertainment! The West Loop Community Organization and Star Events have teamed up to announce the 2010 line-up and can’t wait to enjoy Chicago’s Best Street Festival. Mark your calendars and get ready to soak up some sun, music, and above all good eats on Chicago’s famous restaurant row!
Please search the site for current information about the West Loop or contact us at:
West Loop Community Organization, 1101 W. Adams, Unit D, Chicago, Illinois 60607
Phone: (312) 666-1991 | Fax: (312) 666-1090 | Email: info@westloop.org
Entertainment Schedule
The Taste of Randolph Street is known for its incredible food and awesome entertainment. This season promises to be even more memorable than any other season. The West Loop Community Organization and StarEvents have teamed up to provide a 3-day Festival that will raise the bar for all summer festivals – around the globe.
We carefully scoured the planet to find some of the best talent to be showcased on our main stage. After months of hard work… we came up with an incredible line-up of world-class acts… but the list was too long. Our solution was to add a 2nd main stage and double the fun for everyone.
Now the attendees will be able to get twice the bang for the buck at Taste of Randolph Street Festival. We are proud to announce the 2010 line-up and can’t wait to enjoy Chicago’s Best Street Festival. Mark your calendars – and get ready to ROCK!
Sponsored in part by WXRT
The West Stage @ May St.
FRIDAY, June 18
Lovehammers 8:30 pm
Heartfelt rock and roll can still thrive – an inimitable and unpretentious sound, Chicago’s homegrown heroes punch out thought-provoking, hook-injected music that is long on hooks and incendiary riffs.
Matthew Santos Band 7:00 pm
“The acoustic, folk-pop fare is a far cry stylistically from what Santos contributed to many tracks on Fiasco’s latest album, “The Cool.” However, the soulful underpinnings of his voice are what remain consistent, containing a versatility suitable for his singer/songwriter styling as well as R&B.” -Billboard Magazine
Waco Brothers 5:30 pm
Ladies and gentlemen, quite possibly the best live rock band on the planet. We’ve seen them a hundred and sixty seven times, and they never fail to entertain with their train wreck approach to country. Subtlety is for the weak, so they’ve chosen the path of optimum mayhem and tomfoolery. In their rollicking career, they have been called everything from the flagship act of the alternative country ‘movement’ to pure butchery. Both are likely to be correct.
Their mix of hellfire country and mournful punk truly inspire. They are working to save music so you don’t have to.
SATURDAY, June 19
Lucero 8:30 pm
Powerful songs that tug on all the right strings.
One Eskimo 7:00 pm
One EskimO arrives with an impressive breadth of imagination that instantly marks them as something extraordinary.
Mucca Pazza 5:30 pm
Astounding Circus-Punk Marching Band
Twin Tigers 4:00 pm
A blend of psych-shoegaze-indie-pop – influenced by many distinguished artists including the Velvet Underground, Beatles, U2, My Bloody Valentine, Liars, and countless others, Twin Tigers make a sound that is entirely their own and will keep you coming back for more.
Spinach Prince 2:00 pm
Live Trip Hop
SUNDAY, June 20
Superchunk 8:30 pm
Energized and sharply focused in its celebration of willful self-sufficiency.
Superchunk to headline Taste of Randolph Street festival 8pm June 20th
For many of us alive and listening 20 years ago, Superchunk and Merge Records were our first introduction to what is now defined as indie by the music industry.
There was a time when the most careerist thing a band did was buy their own PA or van, and during that time, Superchunk made music that you bought in a store and met like a friend—music that felt like someone a few towns or states over had finally heard how you were feeling. In their May 2010 25th anniversary issue, Spin Magazine deemed Superchunk’s DIY anthem “Slack Motherfucker” the indie rallying cry of the last 25 years. All Music Guide describes Superchunk as “emblematic of the true spirit of American indie rock,” a status which is enhanced by lead singer Mac McCaughan and bass player Laura Ballance’s “day jobs” as co-owners of Merge Records, one of the most well-respected independent labels around.
Preparing a new album to be released later this year, Superchunk are excited to be returning to Chicago for the first time in over four years to headline the Taste of Randolph Street Festival.
“More than 20 years in and still nobody matches Superchunk when it comes to pogo-punk delights.” ~Washington Post
Califone 7:00 pm
Atmospheres are carefully nuanced, the percussion is both rattling and melodic, the melodies are rich and soulful, interspersed throughout softly strummed folk and electrified blues.
Headlights 5:30 pm
Flourishes that lend allure and a heightened emotional depth.
The Love Language 4:00 pm
Spector-esque walls of reckless sound, cavernous drums, middle-school percussion, and moody swells of stringed instruments, all decorated hastily with stray leads, which bleed beautifully all over everything.
Environmental Encroachment – The Magic Marching Band 3:00 pm
The marching band dedicated to bringing a little madness to any and all situations. A spectacle of whirling jams, psychedelic uniforms and bunny ears, they bring such a good and majestic level of insanity to the fest.
The East Stage @ Peoria
FRIDAY, June 18
DJ – David Starfire 8:00 pm
Eclectic – fusing music varying from Dance to Rock, Hip Hop to World music and everything in between
Bandoleros 6:00 pm
One of the most popular and eclectic bands in Chicago
Plus – Belly Dance, Fire Show and an additional performance by Environmental Encroachment Magic Marching Band
SATURDAY, June 19
DJ Cheb i Sabbah 8:00 pm
Cheb i Sabbah born Haim Sérge El Baaz ( a Jew of Berber descent) in Constantine, Algeria.
Became a huge club DJ, in Paris. His complex cultural background lead him to mix musical styles. Always pushing boundaries on the dance floor, seeking ways to work African, Asian, (Indian – Punjabi) and Arabic music into the mix; using instruments such as the doumbek, sarangi, harmonium, oud, violin, and mrindangam. Then, as the “World Music” movement unfolded, Cheb i Sabbah began recording traditional and classical musicians himself and used those tracks to create his own works. Sabbah’s music has been remixed by Karsh Kale, Transglobal Underground, and Bassnectar.
DJ Jef Stott 6:00 pm
Jef Stott has been deftly navigating the realms of world fusion music for over a decade, where he has consistently been at the forefront of the International Global Electronica movement.
Vicarious TOOL Tribute 4:00 pm
Weston Rose & Good Evening 3:00 pm
Plus – Belly Dance and Fire Performance
SUNDAY, June 20
Funkadesi 8:00 pm
5-Time Award-Winning Funkadesi mixes East Indian music with reggae,funk,& Afro-Caribbean rhythms. This 10-band member group mesmerizes children and adults with its unique instrumentation, uncompromised cultural/musical contribution, and merges to create a one-world sound, roots-watering vision, & positive vibe, making the band a compelling musical force.
Lubriphonic 6:00 pm
Digging deep and giving it all in everything they do Chicago’s Lubriphonic specialize in a unique offering of funky rock n’ roll. The septet’s tight and raw sound is immediately familiar, fusing the roots of soul with explosive in-your-face delivery and sensuous R&B dance music.
DJ Carla Starla 4:00 pm
Carla truly breathes new life into the ways of DJing. By incorporating live vocals over records; spinning and singing at the same time gives Miss Starla more ways than one to spread her message of love. Is she singing? praying? or loving us? That little something extra always raises the vibration. Carla Starla’s gift of bringing people together and uplifting their spirits through music is what keeps us dancing all night on her magical dance floor.
Plus *
Friday – FIRE Performance by PYROTECHNIQ ”http://pyrotechniq.org, Tribal BellyDance by K.C. Mendocino and Environmental Encroachment – Magic Circus Band
Saturday – Tribal Belly Dance by K.C. Mendocino and Fire Performance by Urban Lotus Yoga, “http://urbanlotuschicago.com
Sunday – Fire Performance by PYROTECHNIQ and Tribal BellyDance by Jolie
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PSYMBOLIC featuring Live Interactive Visual Performances + Music:: Friday – Sunday http://www.Psymbolic.com
This catalytic duo (Julee & Troy) are Audio / Visual event engineers that create Live Interactive Visual Environments in which they project evolving expression through their video compositions and the realtime surrounding spectacles.
Psymbolic’s theme orientated visuals are composed of customized video modules, in which they have been personally creating and producing by means of animation, compositing and programming since ’99. During their live performance they use customized realtime visual software and hardware to synch video loops, camera inputs and effects to the mood of the Taste of Randolph Street festival. Diggin’ deep into a library of custom created content to choose from on the fly…
… in Synch with Sound..http://www.Psymbolic.com/visuals
Restaurants Showcased at Taste of Randolph:
Vivo- When it comes to true Italian cuisine, few restaurants rival this rustic, yet stylish, veteran. Vivo opened its doors almost two decades ago, triggering a culinary landslide in the Randolph Street market district, the impact of which is still being felt today.
La Sardine- La Sardine is Chicago’s favorite Parisian Café! Since opening in September of 1998, La Sardine has been delighting everyone at the Taste of Randolph with their truly delicious and authentic French Cuisine.
One of the West Loop’s great gems and always a big Taste of Randolph favorite. De Cero which translates into “from scratch” is exactly that. Everything is made from scratch, from the crema to the lime juice to the tortillas being hand pressed to order. It’s all fresh. You can taste the difference here, no other festival this summer will serve up authentic and healthy south of the border cuisine like this.
Veerasway brings modern Indian cuisine and features healthy renditions Bombay street foods. How perfect for the Taste of Randolph, delicious Bollywood Bites while enjoying the World Music Beats and dancing in the streets.
Market delivers on both of America’s favorite summer past times. Baseball and outdoor seating. Market is enjoying its 2nd season and a great asset to the Taste of Randolph line-up.
The WestEnd is the ideal place to meet up with friends and has become one of the most popular places around. Come to the Taste of Randolph and get a taste of their great food while you meet someone equally special.
Nicholas Quality Meats- This great meat wholesaler has been serving the Randolph Market community for longer than any of us have lived here. Gus, the owner has been such a huge hit at the Taste of Randolph over the years that he started going to all the other festivals, but here you can see his butcher shop as you enter the main gate of the Taste of Randolph Street.
Tomato Head Pizza- After conquering the DePaul area of Lincoln Park, this relatively new Chicago pizza joint favorite set its sites on Randolph Street in The West Loop. Here is a great chance to try a slice while checking out one of the festivals nightly headliners; Lovehammers, Lucero and Superchunk.
La Luce- The light at the gateway to the West Loop. On the corner of Lake and Ogden, La Luce delivers all our Italian favorites while celebrating our City’s history and showcasing a stunning collection of antiques.
Alhambra Palace Restaurant- Once you taste the delicious foods you will want to run over to the Alhambra to experience the Palace, more amazing than anything you’ve seen, even in Vegas. You will be transported in time, flying on ancient Persian carpet through Egypt, Morocco and Lebanon.
There is always a great time to be had at Pasha, the food, the drinks and the music of Spain featuring The Bandoleros, who will be performing Friday June 18th at the Taste of Randolph Street.
Macello’s- Taste the wonderful regional cuisine of Puglia (the Apulian Peninsula of Italy). We are so excited to have Macello’s back in the Taste of Randolph. Their honest food and warm hospitality are like your last trip to Italy, where everything tasted great and you never felt better.
One SixtyBlue- Guided by market-fresh inspiration from farmer to plate, Chef Michael McDonald’s contemporary American cuisine celebrates daily life. A stylish Chicago West Loop restaurant with a great bar. Come by the Taste of Randolph Street and get a taste of what chef’s doing at the Blue Bar on Wednesdays features an $8 fried chicken dinner with $8 glasses of Moet & Chandon Champagne. Keep your eyes peeled at the Taste of Randolph for Michael Jordan as he may well be in town for Father’s Day!!
WISHBONE RESTAURANT was founded in July 1990 with 23 seats, nine stools, and a half dozen paintings by Chef Joel Nickson’s mother (Lia) at 1800 W. Grand Avenue. As one of the first chef-owned independent restaurants in the Wicker Park area, Wishbone boasted large portions of amazingly fresh food and quickly became a popular hangout for artists and local businesses of the area.
Taste of Randolph Street lives up to its reputation as the best tasting culinary festival in the City of Chicago!
Location
The Taste of Randolph Street Festival takes place in Chicago’s Randolph Street corridor in the heart of the West Loop. This upscale area features several of Chicago’s trendiest galleries and restaurants. Randolph Street corridor is fast-growing and eclectic neighborhood for residential and commercial development.
View Larger Map
The festival is located at 900 W. Randolph Street, just west of Halsted and the 90/94 expressway. This area is a rapidly growing residential and commercial neighborhood with limited street parking available. We suggest carpooling or using public transportation and taxis to get to the Festival.