Firefly* Tapas Kitchen & Bar - Southwest

Chef and Creator of Firefly, John Simmons, began his culinary journey when he was just 15 years old as a dishwasher and prep cook at a Jewish Deli in his neighborhood in the Chicago area. Little did he know then, but it would be the beginning of a lifelong career and mission in the culinary industry.

Eventually, Firefly took over the place next door and after 10 years moved a couple of doors down into an even larger space, one that could accommodate the huge following we had generated as well as space for banquets and catering operations and other events that we put on at the spot. Meanwhile, in the original Firefly location, Chef John combined his lifelong love of Mexican food and the hot trend of craft beer and opened Tacos & Beer, which has been a massive success, winning many accolades and fans over the years.