Chicago - March 17, 2008

Drew Story

Drew’s Eatery Opens

Once upon a time, Drew Baker worked for a big corporation. But he soon realized that the bigwigs cared more about making green than being green.

So he quit — and opened Drew’s Eatery this weekend in Lincoln Square. With recycled tile and fabric, compostable to-go ware, and fluorescent lights (to name a few), the space is as earth friendly as can be.

The food follows suit: Everything is organic. Traders Point Creamery ice cream (plus organic toppings and homemade waffle cones) and baked goods from Sweet Dreams Organic Bakery & Cafe (cakes, cookies, brownies — both vegan and non) are rare finds.

Homemade soups include roasted tomato and peppers and a rotating daily special. For the kid in you, try one of Drew’s 100 percent organic, grass-fed beef hot dogs (and specialties like the Green Dog with spinach, feta, and chicken sausage).

Looks like more of the beginning than the end.

Drew’s Eatery, 2207 West Montrose Avenue, at Lincoln Avenue (773-463-7397 or drewseatery.com).