Little Lark Brings Neo-Neapolitan Pizza to Avondale's Guild Row

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Avondale · January 28, 2026

Avondale's dining scene is soaring to new heights with the opening of Little Lark, a fresh pizza and sandwich concept nestled inside Guild Row, the neighborhood's collaborative co-working space. This latest venture comes from the team behind Logan Square favorites Meadowlark, Lardon, and Union.

The new restaurant offers a welcoming community atmosphere with its thoughtfully designed space featuring indoor dining and communal seating. The menu spotlights wood-fired, neo-Neapolitan pizzas with handcrafted seasonal ingredients that showcase culinary creativity while maintaining accessibility. Food enthusiasts can experience Little Lark's offerings during Chicago Restaurant Week, running from January 23 to February 8, when the establishment will present special prix fixe menus alongside more than 500 other participating venues throughout the city.

Little Lark adds another distinctive flavor to Avondale, which TimeOut recently ranked as the world's fifth coolest neighborhood. The magazine praised the area for successfully balancing tradition with growth, noting that "With new wine bars, wellness studios and music venues opening alongside longtime neighbourhood fixtures, there's never been a better time to explore the neighbourhood." Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to stop by Guild Row to experience this exciting new addition to Avondale's increasingly vibrant culinary landscape.

Sources:
1. https://www.wttw.com/playlist/2026/01/06/chicago-restaurant-week-new-restaurants-2026
2. https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/chicago-avondale-worlds-coolest