The Dining Table

One of 2026's most-anticipated restaurants is in Evanston

Episode Summary

Among the most anticipated restaurant openings this winter is a cozy, fire-driven spot tucked away on an Evanston side street. In this episode, host David Manilow talks with chef Tom Carlin and Rachel Canfora-Carlin — the husband and wife proprietors of Burl. Hear how their family move to Evanston inspired their new neighborhood restaurant. Plus, the couple shares the influence of their collective hospitality experience at the Boka Restaurant Group, Hogsalt Hospitality, Publican Quality Meats, Michelin-starred Galit and more.

Episode Notes

Among the most anticipated restaurant openings this winter is a cozy, fire-driven spot tucked away on an Evanston side street. 

In this episode, host David Manilow talks with chef Tom Carlin and Rachel Canfora-Carlin — the husband and wife proprietors of Burl. Hear how their family move to Evanston inspired their new neighborhood restaurant. Plus, the couple shares the influence of their collective hospitality experience at the Boka Restaurant Group, Hogsalt Hospitality, Publican Quality Meats, Michelin-starred Galit and more.