“We’ve continued to adapt to fit the needs of our guests during this time,” said Gillanders, S.K.Y. chef and owner. “This new online ordering tool provides our guests with an easy and convenient option to order their favorite menu and retail items and enjoy them at home.”
Through BentoBox, guests have the option to order their food and products for pickup as soon as possible or place an order for a later date and time. The restaurant is open for dinner Sundays through Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and online pickup orders can be placed up to one hour before closing.
The restaurant’s new retail program features six made-from-scratch favorites. All sales from the retail program will be donated to a variety of local nonprofits such as “Save Money, Save Life.” The organization uses art and entertainment to highlight and empower BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color). Below is a complete list of the retail items that can be purchased through online pickup or in the restaurant:
Retail Items:
Banana & Cocoa Nib Granola ($12)
Black Lime Za’atar ($10)
Black Truffle Dip ($16)
Crispy Chili Oil ($10)
Garlic Soy Dressing ($10)
S.K.Y. Hot Sauce ($15)
Guests can find a mouthwatering menu complete with Asian-inspired modern American dishes at skyrestaurantchicago.com/menu and place their online order for pickup at skyrestaurantchicago.getbento.com/online-ordering/sky/menu. Guests seeking indoor dining are encouraged to make a reservation by visiting S.K.Y.’s website or by calling the restaurant directly at 312-846-1077.
About Stephen Gillanders
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Gillanders became fascinated with food at a young age. He spent much of his childhood in the kitchen alongside his Filipino grandmother and enjoyed observing and helping prepare authentic home dishes like lumpia. As a teen, he attended a summer program at the Culinary Arts Institute of Los Angeles that his mother insisted he try...and after his first culinary class, Stephen discovered his love for cooking. After completing the Culinary Arts Management program at Los Angeles Mission College, he went on to earn his B.S. from the University of Las Vegas, Nevada (UNLV). As a student at UNLV, Gillanders won the title of the San Pellegrino's Almost Famous Chef competition.
He then worked under Chef Jean Georges Vongerichten for 10 years and opened several restaurants domestically and abroad as Corporate Chef for the group. To pursue his dream of opening his own restaurant, Chef Stephen joined Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ INTRO, for a chef-in-residence position, preparing him for his first solo venture. Now Chef Gillanders has set off on his own, with the debut of S.K.Y.
About S.K.Y.
Located in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood, S.K.Y. is the first restaurant from Chef Stephen Gillanders. This modern concept features seasonal dishes inspired from Gillanders’ culinary travels from around the world. S.K.Y. offers an elevated, yet approachable menu and an eclectic beverage program in an 80-seat industrial styled space that evokes a community feel and the robust arts culture of Pilsen.