Review: Whole Foods' New Chicago Flagship Store - Page 2

Wicker Subs, as the name implies, offers Chicago-style sub sandwiches with your choices of freshly sliced meats, cheeses, vegetables, and condiments.

The one restaurant not open during my preview day was Chinatown, but I took a peek at the menu, which will offer an interesting variety of choices with an Asian-fusion theme.

The Riverview Diner is a 50's style diner and sure to be a hit. My kids loved the turkey burger and fresh cut fries, accompanied by an absolutely decadent chocolate shake topped with fresh whipped cream and chocolate syrup. I was tempted to order the strawberry shake blended from whole ripe strawberries and natural ice cream, but I absolutely could not eat another bite.

In addition to the restaurants, there is also a wine and cheese bar, a coffee bar, a seafood bar, and a brew pub. The specialized culinary display room will provide cooking classes with assorted themes. If you're looking for a place to meet friends for a hip hang out, there is a small sound stage area with seating for events ranging from live musicians to entertainment for kids.

A calendar of events is posted inside the store and on the Lincoln Park Whole Foods website. There is also an upper level with tables and chairs for restaurant patrons, as well as an outdoor patio area that overlooks the Chicago River.

The new Whole Foods store will be located on the corner of Kingsbury and Sheffield, one block south of North Avenue in Lincoln Park. This store will replace the previous Lincoln Park location.

Consistent with their other stores, this Whole Foods Market will feature organic food items ranging from hormone-free dairy to grass-fed beef and a variety of locally produced products. The new Lincoln Park Whole Foods also has a spacious Whole Body section with an indulgent selection of bath products, vitamins, baby products, and clothing.

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