Beloved egg-centric eatery Ahuevo is expanding beyond its ghost kitchen inside Mexican spot Mi Tierra in Little Village to open its debut stand-alone restaurant in the South Loop. This iteration focuses on the downtown crowd and commuters heading to and from the nearby Union Station.
Located at 520 W. Harrison, the 15-seat fast-casual spot will serve its signature breakfast sandwiches, tater tots, smash burgers and burritos, plus pick-me-ups like cookies and iced coffees. “It’s kind of like an Ahuevo Express,” says owner Lazaro "Laz" Cerdan. “It’s built for the downtown crowd with fresh, made-to-order items that are easy to enjoy on a short break.”
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The cozy corner spot is just a few blocks away from Union and Ogilvie Stations, where thousands of commuters pass through each day, allowing Ahuevo to reach a whole new audience. “Now, people can step inside and feel the Ahuevo energy,” Cerdan says. “It’s counter service, so guests order and wait for their ticket to be called. No middleman; no confusion about where they're at—just hot food cooked with care.”
Best known for its mouthwatering cage-free-egg breakfast sandwiches, Ahuevo has earned a loyal following since its 2022 debut—even winning over Governor JB Pritzker, who recently stopped by to pick up lunch for his team.
Other Ahuevo hits include tater tots topped with egg, cheddar, house-made sriracha and mayo; a vegan breakfast burrito with vegan eggs, cheese and mayo, charred green onions and tater tots; and the Quad Smash Burger, which is made with sizzling four patties between a warm brioche bun.
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Ahuevo's official opening date has not yet been announced, but it's projected to begin service within the next few days. You can stay up-to-date with the latest news from Cerdan on Ahuevo's Instagram page.