A new high-end steakhouse is scheduled to open in the space previously occupied by the Esquire Theater on Oak Street in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood.
New Dining Destination on Oak Street
The forthcoming restaurant, named The Esquire by Cooper’s Hawk, will take over the historic theater’s site at 58 E. Oak St. The Esquire Theater, which originally opened in 1938, closed its doors in 2006. The building has since housed a variety of retail tenants, including a Tommy Bahama store and a Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse, which ceased operations in 2020.
Operator and Concept Details
The Esquire by Cooper’s Hawk is being launched by Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants, a chain based in Downers Grove, Illinois. The company operates over 50 locations across the United States. According to Cooper’s Hawk, the new restaurant will offer a luxury steakhouse experience, featuring a menu with prime steaks, seafood, and an extensive wine selection.
Timeline and Renovation Plans
Renovation work on the building is already underway. The company has stated that the restaurant is expected to open in late 2024. The design will incorporate elements that reference the building’s history as a theater, including restored architectural features and décor inspired by its cinematic past.
Neighborhood and Economic Impact
The Gold Coast area, known for its upscale shopping and dining, has seen several restaurant closures in recent years. Local business leaders have expressed optimism that the new steakhouse will help revitalize Oak Street and attract more visitors to the neighborhood.
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