# Southport Cafe Closes After 23 Years in Lakeview

https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/10/20/southport-grocery-and-cafe-to-close-after-23-years-in-lakeview/

Southport Grocery and Cafe, opened in 2003, served lunch and dinner initially. After 23 years, owner Lisa Santos closed it to end the year. Dollop Coffee Co. will open a new diner at the location.

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Created: 2026-10-24T10:49:44.587169+00:00

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