It’s been just under a year since Cocina 1022 opened its doors in the former Chez Jacques at 1022 S. 1st St.
Today, the owners shared the news on Facebook that they’ve made the decision to close the restaurant.
And while the posting definitely points to an ending, it also promises new beginnings.
At least one is currently in play. Owners Kevin Lopez and his mother Judith Figueroa assumed the lease on the former Jalisco’s on North last fall, announcing that changes were on the way beginning in February 2019.
The restaurant at 2207 E. North Ave., has undergone an inaugural round of changes including adoption of a new moniker: Judy’s on North. But we anticipate more will be on the way.
You can follow Judy's on North on Facebook.
As a passionate champion of the local dining scene, Lori has reimagined the restaurant critic's role into that of a trusted dining concierge, guiding food lovers to delightful culinary discoveries and memorable experiences.
Lori is an avid cook whose accrual of condiments and spices is rivaled only by her cookbook collection. Her passion for the culinary industry was birthed while balancing A&W root beer mugs as a teenage carhop, fed by insatiable curiosity and fueled by the people whose stories entwine with every dish. Lori is the author of two books: the "Wisconsin Field to Fork" cookbook and "Milwaukee Food". Her work has garnered journalism awards from entities including the Milwaukee Press Club. In 2024, Lori was honored with a "Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch" award by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.
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