Chicago Gourmet 2026 is taking over Millennium Park this weekend, bringing together some of the city's most recognizable chefs for four days of food, drinks and events. From tonight's Hamburger Hop to Saturday's Grand Cru and Sunday's Rise & Shine Gourmet, it's a pretty good reminder of why Chicago continues to be one of the best food cities around. Choose Chicago And at HUB116, that's something we appreciate. One of the perks of working in River North isn't just what's insid

We know it can seem difficult to find the perfect office space in River North , Chicago. One of our 4th-floor half suites has become available - and opportunities like this don’t come around often. It’s a bright, modern workspace with a flexible mix of open work areas, collaborative space, and private meeting rooms, all wrapped in the character of HUB116. But one of our favorite things about working here is that your suite is only part of the experience. HUB116 tenants enjoy:

Tonight, some incredible culinary talent is coming together right here in River North for The Great Chefs Table: Chicago. Hosted at Avec River North, the sold-out evening features a multi-course dinner created by a lineup of chefs - all supporting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and its mission to fight childhood cancer. We spend a lot of time talking about the restaurants, entertainment and energy that make River North such a great neighborhood. But events like this are a g

Chicago Wellness Week is here, running September 21–27 and celebrating the many ways Chicagoans can prioritize movement, mindfulness, connection and overall well-being.

Tonight, Eataly Chicago is transforming into one giant Italian piazza for All You Can Eataly: Septemberfest. Think 30+ chef-created bites, 15 beverage stations, handmade pasta, Italian wine and cocktails, live music and plenty of end-of-summer energy all happening right here in River North. 📅 Friday, September 18 ⏰ 7–11 PM 📍 Eataly Chicago | 43 E. Ohio St. It's another reminder of something we love about being at HUB116: when the workday ends, some of Chicago's best food, e

More new concepts are headed our way. 🍣 OMAKAI is bringing its first Chicago expansion to the area, with a new hand-roll bar planned for 507 N. Wells St. 🍽️ Hospitality group Noble 33 is also entering River North with Mr. Noble, a new brasserie planned for 500 N. Clark St. And they're joining a neighborhood that's already seen a steady stream of new restaurants, entertainment concepts and investment throughout 2026. For us at HUB116, that's the bigger story. An office isn'

One of the newest additions to River North has landed practically across the street from us. Tarra & Sura is now open at 121 W. Hubbard, bringing two different experiences under one roof. 🍜 Upstairs: regional Thai cuisine at Tarra 🍸 Downstairs: cocktails and a speakeasy-inspired atmosphere at Sura And yes — that's just steps from HUB116 at 116 W. Hubbard. It's one of our favorite things about working in River North: there's seemingly always something new opening, changing o

Apparently Chicago has been serious about martinis since 1888. 🍸 And this week, the city is raising a glass to that history. The Martini Expo kicks off in Chicago today, bringing a full week of special cocktails, food pairings, events and some of the city's best bartenders together to celebrate one of the world's most iconic drinks. We love finding another excuse to highlight the food, hospitality and nightlife that make working in and around River North a little more inter

The 10th Annual River North Design District Fall Gallery Walk is back this Friday, bringing art, design, food, drinks, and plenty of neighborhood energy to 18 locations throughout River North. It’s one of those events that perfectly captures what makes this neighborhood so interesting; you can walk a few blocks and move from office buildings to showrooms, galleries, restaurants, and creative spaces without ever leaving River North. At HUB116, we love being part of a neighborh

Your Wednesday commute home might sound a little different tonight… 🎶🌆 Tonight, the Chicago River becomes a concert hall. The Chicago Water Music is returning for its third year, bringing a live orchestra and chorus onto the river for an evening of music surrounded by one of the best backdrops in the city - Chicago's skyline. And the best part for us? The performance travels along the Riverwalk all the way to the Merchandise Mart, right here near HUB116. 🎻 Live orchestra &

Not every team needs a full floor; sometimes the right fit is a little more focused. At HUB116, our half-floor suites offer a great middle ground for teams that want more privacy, more identity, and room to grow without taking on more space than they need. This third-floor suite is a good example. It offers an open workstation layout with room for collaboration, plus a private office and dedicated phone room that aren’t pictured here. And because the suite is part of the HUB1

We hope you take the time to enjoy the last days of summer. If you are looking for something to do around the Chicago area, check out this awesome list posted by Choose Chicago: https://www.choosechicago.com/articles/holidays/chicago-labor-day-weekend-must-dos/ See you back on Tuesday!

Good design changes how a space feels.... and River North has always understood that. Next week, the River North Design District celebrates the 10th Annual Fall Gallery Walk, bringing together showrooms, galleries, artists, and designers throughout the neighborhood. Learn more here: https://rivernorthdesigndistrict.com/rndd-fall-gallery-walk/ It’s a great reminder that River North isn’t just a place to do business. It’s a neighborhood shaped by architecture, design, creativi

One of the things we love about being at HUB116 is watching our neighborhood continue to evolve. The Shops at North Bridge is set to undergo a $40 million renovation, with construction beginning this month. For us, the bigger story is what projects like this say about River North. New restaurants. New entertainment concepts. Office activity. Residential development. And now continued investment in one of the neighborhood's major retail destinations. River North continues to g

Labor Day is around the corner, summer is almost over, and it will be closing with a bang at the Chicago Jazz Festival! The festival starts this Thursday, September 3, and runs through Sunday, September 6. It will take place across several stages and venues around the Chicago Loop, with the main stage at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park. Check out the event schedule and lineup: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_jazz_festival.html We love

One of the things that makes the tenant experience here so valuable is access to professional meeting space right inside the building. HUB116 offers multiple conference rooms available free of charge for all tenants, making it easy to host meetings, collaborate with teams, and connect with clients without ever leaving the building. It’s one more way HUB116 supports productivity, convenience, and a workplace experience designed to make the workday smoother. For more informatio

Located at 116 W. Hubbard St. in the heart of River North, HUB 116 puts you steps away from some of Chicago’s most popular bars, restaurants, happy-hour destinations, and nightlife venues! Whether you’re planning a casual drink with coworkers on Thursday afternoon or a late-night celebration on Friday, there are plenty of options right outside your office. You can even start the evening at BAR GOA, located at the front of our building and open late on Fridays and weekends! (

Our friends from BAR GOA are bringing new patio furniture, warm bistro lights, open doors, and a welcoming energy right to the front of HUB116! Come by, grab a seat, and enjoy the new patio vibe before summer is over! To make reservations, visit: https://www.bargoachicago.com/ Learn more about us: https://www.hub116.com/ Contact us for information on availability: Ashley Nicole L - Leasing Manager 116WHUBBARD@GMAIL.COM | 773.543.1022 -- #HUB116 #BarGOA #PatioSeason #OutdoorDi

Okay, not quite the dinosaur you’re probably picturing. 😂 This Saturday, “The Dinosaur of Lake Michigan” is coming to A. Montgomery Ward Park right here in River North. The outdoor performance follows an explorer on the hunt for the mysterious “dinosaur” of Lake Michigan — which turns out to be one of the Great Lakes’ most fascinating creatures: the lake sturgeon. 🐟🦖 Created by Kerfuffle and Rabbitfoot Puppetry, the show uses realistic animal puppets made from recyclable m

This 8–10 person office at HUB116 is available for immediate move-in and offers the flexibility to create a workspace that fits the way your team works. Different layouts can completely change the atmosphere, from collaborative and energetic to polished, focused, and professional. With a little imagination, the same space can become something entirely new. 📍 116 W. Hubbard St. | River North 🔑 Available for immediate move-in Interested in seeing the space in person? Reach ou