In 2025 several high profile restaurant openings have further cemented the Fulton Market and West Loop neighborhoods as areas for foodies. Here are some of the top new restaurants to try near Fulton Market and the West Loop.
In Fulton Market the buzz around Taqueria Chingón has been loud. Originally making waves in Bucktown, this taqueria reopened at 817 W Fulton Market and brings with it a bold, flavor forward menu. Highlights include duck carnitas, chorizo verde, morcilla, and a rotating trompo taco that changes regularly, adding excitement for repeat diners. The vibe is casual but elevated, and it’s already become a local favorite.
Another standout in the Fulton Market neighborhood is Hooligan, a new 50-seat oyster and wine bar opening on the second floor of Time Out Market. Helmed by Michelin-starred chef Christian Hunter, Hooligan brings a refined approach to seafood in a modern, welcoming space. It’s the kind of place where residents can pop in for a post-work happy hour or make a night of it with wine pairings and crudo plates. One great aspect of dining at Time Out Market is that everyone can choose something different if Hooligan’s menu doesn’t appeal to them. The first floor of Time Out Market is like an upscale foodcourt, featuring limited grab-and-go menus from lots of Chicago’s top restaurants.
The Alinea Group’s new concept, Fire, located at 951 W Fulton Market, is also generating serious attention. Anchored by a live-fire hearth, Fire pushes the envelope with dishes like cured halibut, smoked apples, and showstopping mushroom preparations.
For West Loop residents having such high caliber cuisine just steps away from home turns an ordinary weekday dinner into an occasion. When your apartment is walking distance to these kinds of culinary experiences, it also means your neighborhood is thriving, attracting innovative businesses and people from all over. Explore our latest listings in Fulton Market and schedule a tour to see what life is like when you’re surrounded by Chicago’s best dining scene!
