The Riverwalk is back for spring and summer fun—See which restaurants are now open

One of Chicago’s top attractions, the Chicago Riverwalk, is back in action! With the recent glut of warm weather, folks have descended upon the Riverwalk like bees on honey, and large crowds have been seen walking, jogging, and stopping in at any one of a number of eating and drinking establishments that dot the scenic walkway.

Maybe it is not in full bloom just yet, as bigger crowds will be soon be expected, but the buzz is back, and folks understandably are eager to get out and enjoy after the long, cold Chicago winter.  

For your convenience, below is a quick list of what is open and what’s not–as of this writing–on The Riverwalk at this early point of the season.

Beginning on the west end near Wacker Drive/Wolf Point and heading east to the lakefront:

• Brews And Bites: Open and thriving

• Tiny Tapp: Open and packed already

• City Winery: Not yet, but soon

• Chicago Brewhouse: Open and busy

• O’Briens Restaurant: Not yet, but soon

• The Marketplace Stores: Not yet, but soon

• The First Lady Boats, The Architecture Tours and other boats: All cruising atfull throttle.

• The Northman: Open and packed already

• The Island Party Hut: West end tiki bar area open, main part—not yet, but soon

• Taco Rio Cantina: Not yet, but soon