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Subject 1st reading of an ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13
(ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS) OF THE VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT
PROSPECT. This ordinance increases the number of Class "F-3"
liquor licenses by one (1) Vaana Group M LLC d/b/a Chit Chaat
Cafe located at 1716 Kensington Road, Mount Prospect, IL.
Meeting May 20, 2025 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT
VILLAGE BOARD
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On Thursday, May 1, the Village Manager and executive assistant met with Mr. Maheshkumar
Patel to discuss his request for a Class "F-3" liquor license for Chit Chaat Cafe restaurant
located at 1716 E. Kensington. The Class 7-3" license provides for the full service of alcohol in
a restaurant with lounge.
Mr. Patel has extensive experience in the alcohol industry, previously owning a convenience
store and liquor store in Wisconsin. Additionally, he served as a cook at the Hindu Temple in
Wheeling specializing in homemade Indian cuisine.
Chit Chaat is an Indian Fusion Cafe and Bar that now occupies the former Salerno's restaurant
space. This 3,000 square foot venue blends traditional Indian flavors with modern culinary
techniques and craft cocktails offering a distinctive dining experience that appeals to
adventurous food lovers. Its vegan and vegetarian offerings are unique within Mount Prospect.
To enhance the dining atmosphere, Mr. Patel also plans to feature live entertainment,
including musicians and comedians catering to families seeking evening entertainment. The
restaurant will seat 65 guests and will operate seven days a week, serving lunch and dinner
from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
A completed application including fees and required documentation were submitted. Mr. Patel
has undergone a background check in connection with the liquor license and he has
successfully completed a certified classroom liquor course. All employees involved in alcohol
service will also be Bassett certified.
Discussion
Alternatives
1. Approve ordinance increasing the number of Class T-Y liquor licenses.
2. Action at the discretion of the Village Board.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of an ordinance creating a new Class "F-3" license for Chit Chaat
Cafe.
Attachments
1. Chit Chaat add
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 OF THE
VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT
PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS ACTING IN THE EXERCISE OF THEIR HOME RULE POWERS:
SECTION ONE: That in accordance with Subsection A of Section 13.108 of Chapter 13 of the Village Code
of Mount Prospect, as amended, the Corporate Authorities shall determine the number of Liquor Licenses
available in each Classification and shall establish a list specifying the number of Liquor Licenses
authorized. Said list is hereby amended. This Ordinance will increase the number of Class "F-3" licenses
by (1) VAANA GROUP M LLC. d/b/a CHIT CHAAT CAFE located at 1716 E. Kensington, Mount Prospect,
IL. Said list is as follows:
Five (5)
Class P-1 License
Nine (9)
Class P-2 License
One (1)
Class P-3 License
Zero (0)
Class P-4 License
Zero (0)
Class P-5 License
Eight (8)
Class F-1 License
One (1)
Class F-1-V License
Six (6)
Class F-2 License
Five (5)
Class F-2-V License
Eighteen (18)
Class F-3 License
Twelve (12)
Class F-3-V License
One (1)
Class F-4-V License
Three (3)
Class F-5 License
Two (2)
Class F-6 License
Zero (0)
Class F-7 License
One (1)
Class F-8 License
Two (2)
Class S-1 License
Three (3)
Class S-2 License
Zero (0)
Class S-31-icense
Zero (0)
Class S-41-icense
One (1)
Class S-5 License
Two (2)
Class S-6 License
Two (2)
Class S-7 License
One(1)
Class S-8 License
Zero (0)
Class S-9(with conditions as
Attached to License)
SECTION TWO: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval
and publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
day of 12025.
Mayor
Class Establishment Number
P-1 Cardinal Wine & Spirits; D&H Liquors; Jay Liquors; Jenny's Liquors;
Mount Prospect Liquors & Tobacco; 5
P-2 Caputo's Fresh Market; Costco; Fiesta Market; KD Market; Osco Drug Store #3476; 9
CVS Pharmacy; Walgreens #00209 (Kensington); Walgreens #05107(Elmhurst);
Wal-Mart #1681
P-3 Aldi; 1
0
F-1
Chung Wa 827; Honey Biscuit; LePeep Cafe; Los Arcos; MI Restaurant;
8
Mr. Kimchi Korean BBQ; New Pusan Restaurant; Pueblo Viejo;
F-1-V
La Presa;
1
F-2
Buona; E-Sushi; Misoya Chicago; MOD Pizza; Sakae Restaurant;
5
F-2-V
Avanti Cafe and Sandwich Bar; Jelly Cafe; Mr. Beef & Pizza;
6
Rosati's Pizza; Tortas Locas; Wingsnob
F-3
Balkan Taste; BlackFinn —Randhurst Grille; Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar;
18
Chit Chaat Cafe; Fellini Restaurant & Pizzeria; Hacienda El Sombrero; Hong Dae;
Khepri Kitchen +Coffee; Lady Dahlia Tequila Bar; Mia's Cantina; Mr.Kimchi Korean
BBQ; Patina Wine Bar; Summertime; Sankyu Sushi; Tavern on Elmhurst; Texas
Road
House; The Prospect; Trezero's;
F-3-V
Big Fish's Icehouse; Canta Napoli; Draft Picks; Emerson's; Jameson's Charhouse;
12
Langostino's Nayarit; Moretti's; Mount Prospect Public House; Mrs. P & Me;
Sports Shack; Station 34; The Red Barn;
F-4-V
Prospect Moose Lodge
1
F-5
Emerald Banquets; Olive Palace; Victoria in the Park
3
F-6
Mt. Prospect Park District -Golf Course; Prospect Heights Park District
2
F-7
0
F-8
Salerno's Pizzeria & Eatery & Whiskey Hill Brewing & Kitchen
1
S-1
Four Points by Sheraton Mount Prospect; Hampton Inn & Suites
2
S-2
Bowlero; Golf Factory; The Picklr
3
S-3
0
S-4
0
S-5
AMC Randhurst 12
1
S-6
Amethyst Skye; Lumi Studio & Shoppe
2
S-7
Northern Fork; Victoria Venue
2
S-8
Two Eagles Distillery
1
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