On Monday night, the nation’s chefs and restaurants gathered at Chicago’s Lyric Opera House for the James Beard Awards, a prestigious event often dubbed “the Oscars of the culinary world.”

For Chicago’s dining community, a lone winner would emerge on this night from among four nominees across various categories. In the category of Outstanding Hospitality, the Lula Cafe, led by chef and owner Jason Hammel, won this well-deserved award! This accolade highlights the exceptional service and warm, welcoming atmosphere that Lula Cafe is renowned for.

Started 25 years ago, the restaurant at 2537 N. Kedzie Ave. in Logan Square celebrates fresh, seasonal, market-to-table, and innovative fare. Over the years, Lula Cafe has become a quintessential part of the Logan Square neighborhood.

Here’s to celebrating 25 years of culinary excellence and many more to come. If you haven’t yet experienced the outstanding hospitality and delicious cuisine at Lula Cafe, now is the perfect time to visit and see what all the acclaim is about.

Image above is from the Chicago Sun Times