Rathern than let the snow-induced end of the world keep them from serving you a hot meal, a few brave restaurants have fired up their stoves and are ready for business today. If you can get there via cross-country ski, dog-pulled sled, or reindeer, we suggest you reward them with your patronage. We'll update this list throughout the day on Wednesday.
River North:
Sable Kitchen and Bar: Tweets chef Heather Terhune: "Hotel and restaurant people don't get a snow day. Come into Sable, I am here, we are open!" Say the word "snowflake" and receive 20% off your bill.
Blue 13 and Elate: Chef Chris Curren says both restaurants will remain open today.
The Goddess and Grocer: The Goddess and Grocer will open at noon today so you can get your lunch fix.
Frontera Grill: Rick Bayless opens Frontera today, and serves $7 margaritas.
Sushi Samba Rio: Sushi Samba Rio is offering 1% off for every inch of snow (20%!) plus a hot glass of sake for dine-in customers. Delivery is also 10% off.
Mercadito: If all this snow has you craving tacos and margaritas, head here.
Chicago Cut Steakhouse: Big steaks and big views of the River are still served up here.
Al Primo Canto: This Brazilian steakhouse is offering 20% off tonight.
Bistro 110: French food and wine should keep you happy despite the weather.
Smith & Wollensky: Big steaks for big, snowbound appetites.
Cafe Spiaggia: Third-floor windows overlook the snowy scene on Michigan Avenue.
Bucktown/Wicker Park:
North Side Bar: Get your drink (and snack) on beginning at 11 AM at North Side Bar in Bucktown.
The Goddess and Grocer: The Goddess and Grocer will open at noon today so you can get your lunch fix.
Wormhole Coffee: Even a DeLorean can't get Wormhole out of the mess, so they'll open at noon today.
Ipsento Coffee: You need it, Ipsento's got it.
Buzz Killer Espresso: Likewise over at Buzz.
Bucktown Beanery: Another coffeeshop remains open to satisfy your caffeinating needs.
Smoke Daddy: Not only are they open, they're offering Blizzard specials on food and
Lottie's Pub: Not only are they open, but they're throwing a Blizzard
The Fifty/50: The bar promises to warm you up with $3 Jose Cuervo Silver shots and Triple Secret
Piece: Need pizza and beer? Piece has you covered for take-out, eat in, or delivery.
Letizia's: Baked goods and bread keep you in a happy carb place.
The Southern: Mac 'n' cheese, fried chicken, and cocktails are still coming your way.
Navy Pier:
Harry Caray's: Dream of baseball season at Harry Caray's, which serve "Snowly Cow" cocktails today.
Points West:
Branch 27: Branch 27 is open, and offering 20% off to all customers.
Kuma's Corner: In a profanity-laced Tweet this morning, Kuma's Corner expressed their dominance over the snow.
Leopold: New Belgian spot Leopold will be open as usual at 5 PM.
Revolution Brewing: Saddle up to the huge bar for beers, burgers, and snacks.
Twisted Spoke: Of course, faux bikers wouldn't let a little snow stop them.
Lakeview:
Julius Meinl: All locations will be open today.
Rockit: Both locations are closed for lunch, but will be open for dinner at 5 PM.
Frasca: Flatbread pizzas are buy-one-get-one tonight at Frasca wine bar.
Uncommon Ground: Cozy up to the bar (or fireplace) for some locally-sourced fare.
Sheffield's: Raise a pint and chow down on some barbecue in this cozy tavern.
Falafill: You can get a free soup or salad today for stopping in.
Ravenswood:
Julius Meinl: All locations will be open today.
Glenn's Diner: Comfort yourself with breakfast and seafood served all day.
Wolcott's: Beer and comfort food sounds like a good bet.
The Globe Pub: Plenty of beer and Brit-themed fare to go around.
Tiny Lounge: The kitchen will be open until 11 PM tonight.
Spoon Thai: They're open and delivering, but expect a bit of a wait for those noodles.
Loop:
Wow Bao: Fill your mouth with buns at Wow Bao locations at State & Lake and Jackson.
Rockit: Both locations are closed for lunch, but will be open for dinner at 5 PM.
Block 37 Shops: Simply Thalia, Which Wich, and Godiva are open for the Merch Mart crowd.
Giordano's: Jackson and Prudential Plaza locations are open.
Andersonville:
Big Jones: The restaurant Tweets that they're open for business, and customers are braving the snow to come in.
Flourish Bakery: Flourish is open, and thanks all CPD and snow plow operators with free coffee.
Hopleaf: Get your drink and moules frites on at Hopleaf tonight.
Hamburger Mary's: Eat burgers and chill out at this casual spot.
Bridgeport:
Bridgeport Coffee: Another spot weathers the storm to bring you your latte fix.
Lincoln Park:
Dinkel's Bakery: Dinkel's Tweeted at 5:30 AM that they would be open today. Pick up some lunchtime doughnuts.
Nori: This BYOB sushi spot will open around 5 PM.
Qdoba: Qdoba is back to slinging giant burritos.
Faith and Whiskey: $1 skinny margaritas and $2 domestic drafts will make you forget it snowed at all.
Logan Square:
Longman & Eagle: L&E celebrates the snow with a new chicken and waffles special.
Lula Cafe: Lula will be open with a limited menu tonight.
Cafe Mustache: Get your coffee fix and socialize with other snowbirds.
Dunlay's on the Square: Get 10% off when you mention "I love snow."
The Boiler Room: Pizza, beer, and Jameson on tap to warm you up.
Edgewater:
Edgewater Lounge: Ran out of beer in your fridge? Stop by and nosh on bar food here.
Tank Noodle: Heat up with giant bowls of pho and other belly-warmers.
Sun Wah BBQ: Find your grilled meats and Chinese food fix.
Roscoe Village:
Thai Linda: Pad Thai and noodle dishes will provide leftovers for the snowed-in days ahead.
Robey's Pizza: Pizza, sandwiches, and salads to keep the family fed.
[The Feast]
Check back here throughout the day, as we'll be keeping you updated on which restaurants are open for business.