The indoor dining expansion was “another step in the right direction” to Sam Toia, president of the Illinois Restaurant Association. But Toia said he believes the city and state can offer more to his industry. He wants the cap for private gatherings in Illinois to go up from 50 people to 150 as spring approaches and weddings, communions, bar mitzvahs and other events might happen.
Chicago bars and restaurants can stay open until 1 a.m., boost capacity to 50%, Lightfoot announces
