New Grateful Dead-inspired music venue and restaurant now open in West Loop

Driving the news: Garcia's Chicago, at 1001 W. Washington Boulevard, officially opened last Friday and I got a little preview the night before.

The vibe: The venue is a full-on restaurant and bar, not just a music venue, but there's a good chance there will be live music when you go. The space is booked through May.

Zoom in: It's owned by Deadhead Peter Shapiro, owner of Brooklyn Bowl, who's been teasing a Chicago, Dead-focused spot for years.

• The menu includes some of Garcia's favorite foods, including a prime rib sandwich, zucchini fritters and a Yoo-hoo-inspired milkshake.
• The spot has the blessing of the Garcia family, a spokesperson told me, and my buddy spotted Jerry's daughter, Trixie, in the crowd.

Fun fact: Soldier Field was the site of the Dead's last show with Jerry in 1995.