Japanese Kitchen, a little spot at 2125 South Sheridan Boulevard (and no relation to the original Japanese Kitchen downtown), has closed -- but it won't be empty for long. Mt. Everest Restaurant & Bar, which will serve Indian and Nepalese food, will be opening soon in that space.

Is it related to the Mt. Everest that was once located downtown on Champa Street? We'll keep you posted.

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