City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development
03/18/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/18/2026 15:45
Grant Funding Will Support Expansion of Washington Park Restaurant
Grant Funding Will Support Expansion of Washington Park Restaurant
March 18, 2026
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Evelyn's Food Love restaurant and event space in Washington Park will add a rooftop deck and bar with support from a $483,000 Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) grant approved by City Council today.
The funding will help double the size of the business at 5522 S. State St. to approximately 2,900 square feet, increasing capacity from approximately 40 to 80 seats. Once complete, the work will create up to 15 additional full-time positions. Total project costs are estimated at $644,000.
The Neighborhood Opportunity Fund allocates fees paid by downtown construction projects to support commercial corridor investment on the South, Southwest and West sides. Grant amounts exceeding $250,000 require City Council approval.
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