Tribal-run Wind Creek Chicago Southland Casino & Resort has announced the opening of Alto, a new on-site Italian steakhouse developed in partnership with celebrity chef Fabio Viviani.
Now open at the Michigan venue, Alto offers a range of dining options to customers. Located on the building’s 17th floor, the new restaurant also features skyline views of Chicago.
The opening was made possible through the resort’s relationship with Italian-born Viviani, who launched his career as a contestant on reality TV show Top Chef. He began a multi-concept partnership with Wind Creek Hospitality in 2023.
Viviani’s team oversees several other on-site venues at Wind Creek Chicago Southland. This includes Shuck It, a seafood and oyster bar, while Viviani also contributes to the resort’s food hall, banquets and in-room dining programs.
Alto is the latest development at the resort. Over the past 12 months, the venue has unveiled several other on-site amenities including a casino, luxury hotel and spa.
‘Milestone’ Moment for Wind Creek Chicago Southland
Viviani said the new restaurant fits in with the resort’s pledge to deliver high-end services to customers.
“With Alto, we are elevating guests’ dining experience by delivering refined flavors and exceptional hospitality in one of the most dynamic dining rooms in Chicagoland,” Viviani said. “It is approachable elegance with vibrant character, exactly what the venue deserves.”
Roger Kuehn, an executive vice president and the general manager of Wind Creek Chicago Southland, said the new restaurant will “raise the bar” at the property.
“We see this as a milestone moment for Wind Creek Hospitality,” Kuehn said. “Not just for our resort, but for the region. From the beginning, we set out to raise the bar for what’s possible in the Southland.
“With Alto, we’re proud to help redefine Chicago’s culinary edge just beyond the city skyline.”
