Boka Restaurant Group's 'Gingie' Is About to Sweeten River North's Already Sizzling Food Scene

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Near North · February 25, 2026

Near North food lovers, mark your calendars: one of Chicago's most celebrated hospitality groups is putting down new roots in River North — and the debut is just days away. Boka Restaurant Group, the powerhouse behind some of the city's most acclaimed dining destinations, is set to open Gingie between late February and early March, bringing a fresh, inventive concept to the neighborhood's already buzzing culinary corridor.

While full menu details are still rolling out, early previews are turning heads. Diners can look forward to standout dishes like an indulgent chocolate tart with salted caramel, brown butter, and Chantilly cream — a dessert that signals Gingie's intent to delight from the very first bite. The restaurant joins a remarkable wave of bold new openings in River North, including Tre Denari, an upscale Italian concept that recently debuted inside Bally's Chicago from One Off Hospitality and James Beard Award-winning chef Paul Kahan, further cementing Near North's reputation as Chicago's most dynamic dining destination.

For neighborhood residents hungry for what's next, there's never been a better time to explore the Near North dining scene. Follow Boka Restaurant Group's social channels for Gingie's official opening announcement, and consider making a reservation early — new Boka concepts have a well-earned reputation for selling out fast.

Sources:
1. https://www.modernluxury.com/most-anticipated-chicago-restaurant-openings/
2. https://www.modernluxury.com/new-best-restaurants-in-chicago/