A reader writes:
I also wanted to let you know that a new sign went up at the former Lobo Canteen on Wabash yesterday (Tuesday, Jan. 28). I snapped a picture while hurrying to the train, so it's not useable, but I wanted to share it with you for the info it includes. It reads:
MY Place
Authentic Chinese Cuisine and Seafood
We saw people (presumably workers) in the space last Monday night (Jan. 20) from across the street when we were leaving dinner at Flo and Santo's.
We then got this from another reader which goes into the concept (via LTH Forum):
Exterior signage for Myplace is up at the former Lobo Ray space on Wabash. A quick scan of the interwebs shows that the restaurant was formerly located in Chinatown; its original incarnation focused on noodle/casserole/congee dishes + the usual bubble tea and smoothie assortment. Smart move to hightail it up north a few blocks: the neighborhood needs this sort of place, and they'll have no competition. (Ming Hin, which also just opened in the neighborhood, is going for something much, well, louder.)
As a reminder, this spot once housed Zapatista but that closed in 2015 after a good run. After that Lobo Ray - an upscale, trendy taco spot took over in 2017, but had struggles and closed in 2019. Will be curious to see how My Place does given that their is another Asian restaurant (Asian Outpost) next door.
Interesting that another Chinatown restaurant is moving into the Sloop. Seems to be a trend with MingHin moving in at 1234 S. Michigan.
(Hat tip: MY & CF!)
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