Fresh Groceries & Al Fresco Dining: Whole Foods Is Coming to Belmont, and Dine Out On Broadway Is Back for Summer

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Lake View · June 2, 2026

Lake View neighbors, your neighborhood just leveled up in two big ways — and both are going to make your summer a whole lot more delicious.

First, the grocery news you've been waiting for: a brand-new Whole Foods Market is headed to 827 W. Belmont Ave., set to fill the long-vacant anchor retail space inside the Lakeview Connection building at the corner of Belmont and Halsted. The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce confirmed the plans, and the timing couldn't be better — the two-level, 60,000-square-foot development has sat largely empty since opening in 2023, with only a Fifth Third Bank branch occupying its corner. With Whole Foods already operating nearby locations on Halsted and Ashland, a Belmont outpost means even more convenient, walkable access to fresh groceries right in the heart of the neighborhood.

And if fresh produce puts you in a festive mood, Dine Out On Broadway is officially returning for its sixth season! The beloved outdoor dining series is back by extremely popular demand, bringing the neighborhood's restaurant scene right to the sidewalks of Broadway for another summer of sunshine, great food, and community connection. Whether you're a longtime fan or a first-timer, it's one of the best ways to support local restaurants while soaking up everything that makes Lake View special. Keep an eye on the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce for dates and participating spots — and get ready to eat, explore, and celebrate summer with your neighbors!

Sources:
1. https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/04/21/new-whole-foods-coming-to-lakeview-connection-building/
2. https://lakevieweast.com/