Elmhurst’s local business scene continues to grow, with new restaurants, shops, and lifestyle businesses opening throughout town and even more exciting additions on the way. From new places to grab breakfast, dinner, or dessert to boutique shopping, wellness concepts, and businesses bringing something completely new to the community, there’s plenty to check out around Elmhurst. Whether you’re looking for your next date-night spot, a place to shop, or something new to try, here are some of the latest businesses to know about in Elmhurst.
Sunrise Smash is a new addition to downtown Elmhurst, now open at 110 W. Park Avenue. While smash burgers are at the heart of the concept, the menu goes well beyond burgers with street-style tacos, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, breakfast options, and more. With options for everything from a casual brunch to dinner with the family, it brings another versatile dining option to the area.
Another new option is Bibim House, a Korean-Japanese fusion restaurant now open at 113 Schiller Street. The fast-casual concept features colorful bibimbap bowls, poke, teriyaki plates, Korean street food, and other Japanese-inspired favorites, offering a variety of options for a quick lunch or casual dinner downtown.
WOK+ recently opened at 582 W. Lake Street with a customizable Asian-inspired dining concept. Guests can build their own meal by choosing a base like fried rice, white rice, or lo mein and pairing it with entrées including orange chicken, sesame chicken, teriyaki chicken, honey shrimp, kung pao chicken, and more. The menu also includes favorites like egg rolls, crab rangoons, and bubble tea, making it an easy new option for a quick meal on the go.
Another highly anticipated addition is Parlor Pizza Bar, officially coming to the former Silverado Grill property at 447 S. Spring Road. Parlor serves creative wood-fired pizzas alongside shareable appetizers, salads, sandwiches, cocktails, beer, and more. The new Spring Road restaurant is currently under construction and will bring Parlor’s lively, casual atmosphere to Elmhurst.
Breakfast lovers will have another spot to keep an eye on with French Toast, a new breakfast and brunch concept planned for 111 E. First Street, formerly home to Krafted. They will serve breakfast and lunch seven days a week, with a menu prepared fresh in-house daily, built around quality and consistency, along with a full craft cocktail program.
Dipsy Desserts Ice Cream is coming soon to 539 Spring Road, bringing homemade ice cream and their signature dipped ice cream bars to Elmhurst. The new location will also feature a walk-up window, making it an easy stop for a sweet treat while out and about on Spring Road.
Shopping, Design & Local Style
Downtown Elmhurst recently welcomed JAYNE, a women’s boutique now open at 124 N. York Street. The Chicagoland boutique carries clothing, shoes, jewelry, handbags, accessories, home items, gifts, and more. The Elmhurst store joins JAYNE’s other locations throughout Chicagoland and adds another shopping destination to the heart of downtown Elmhurst.
JoAnna Baum Interiors is a full-service interior design company passionate about creating homes that blend functionality and beauty. The company will soon open a storefront at 555 Spring Road, occupying part of the former Kie & Kate space. From selecting finishes and furnishings to bringing together the details that make a home feel complete, JoAnna Baum Interiors guides clients through a collaborative design process to create thoughtful spaces that reflect both their current lifestyle and future aspirations.
Heartleaf is located at 187 E. Butterfield Road. The shop focuses on providing an array of plant species, from beginner-friendly options to more involved varieties. With the belief that plants should bring joy rather than stress, Heartleaf aims to support plant parents as they create their own indoor jungles. The shop also offers educational and creative classes, small events, crafty activities, gifts, cards, and plant accessories. Beyond the retail location, Heartleaf also offers in-home and business consultations and plant services.
Club Studio Fitness is coming soon to 620 N York Street, replacing the former LA Fitness. The fitness concept combines a full-service gym with boutique-style classes and wellness amenities, offering everything from strength and cardio training to reformer Pilates, heated yoga, cycling, boxing, and more. Club Studio is designed to bring workouts, classes, and wellness together under one roof, giving Elmhurst another new option for fitness and self-care.
With so many businesses opening and even more on the way, Elmhurst continues to add new places to eat, shop, gather, and explore. From locally owned concepts to well-known Chicagoland names choosing Elmhurst for their next location, there’s always something new happening around town. Stay connected with us on social media @kellystetlerrealestateteam for more updates on what’s new in Elmhurst, community happenings, and all things local real estate.