West Randolph Street in the West Loop is known as “restaurant row”. This area houses some of Chicago’s best bites, and will soon be open to even more. The West Loop is definitely the place to see and be seen in 2012! Read on for a few of our most anticipated openings:

Girl & The Goat is one of the city’s gastronomic gold mines, and chef Stephanie Izard is back at the drawing board with plans to open Little Goat across the street in Spring. The menu will be Izard’s spin on classic diner cuisine, very different than the upscale cuisine you’ll recall from GATG.

Nellcote, named after the French Riviera mansion where the Rolling Stones recorded Exile on Main Street, is a 1970′s rock-inspired joint serving up pizza, pasta and, of course, cocktails. Be on the lookout for this addition to the Old Town Social family in early February.

Just around the corner from Nellcote, look for RM Champagne Salon. This little soon-to-be hot spot will serve up small plates and appetizers as well as a bevvy of drink selections.

(Photo courtesy of The Publican)

Most Chicago residents know that the Publican is the place for quality cuisine, but not all urbanites have time for a sit-down meal. Be sure to check out Publican Quality Meats for a make-it-yourself sandwich with the freshest cuts.

All of these restaurants – and more – are slated to open up over the next few months, so snag an early table. We’ll see you out west!