Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, South Florida's brand known for its fast-casual taco joint by day and speakeasy-style lounge-by-night concepts, announces a national brand expansion plan, with its efforts focused on two locations in Chicago, Illinois. The team has signed a 12-year lease to open their first Chicago outpost on Randolph Street in the bustling Fulton Market District neighborhood, slated to open in spring 2023 at 912 W Randolph Street. Following shortly after will be a second Chicago location with a 10-year lease, set to open in the River North District at the end of summer 2023 at 407 N Clark Street.
"We are thrilled that our first Bodega Taqueria y Tequila outside of our home state of Florida will be in Chicago's [high-energy] and [food-driven] Fulton Market District," said Jared Galbut, CEO and co-founder of Bodega Taqueria y Tequila."Our menu will mirror that of all of our locations, though we will add seasonal options inspired by Chicago's food and craft cocktail scene."