Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Alcohol Returning To 'Crowded' Hinsdale Restaurant
The new owners plan to add dinner service.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
IL Restaurants
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Robbers Smash Gaming Machines | Data Center Moratorium | Free Wings When Bears Win: IL Business News
How to secure free food after a Bears win, and a county temporarily stops any chance of data centers being built locally.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
New Highwood Restaurant avec To Open Next Month
The Chicago Mediterranean restaurant opens soon, with an expansion already planned for spring.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Greasy Burglar Caught In Chimney | Hospital Closes OB Unit | BBQ Restaurant Cancels Closure: IL Business News
A would-be burglar gets trapped in a restaurant chimney, and a local BBQ joint changes its mind about closing.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Coming Elmhurst Restaurant 'Quintessentially American'
The eatery has three locations in the Chicago suburbs.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Spring Road Getting Chicago Chain Restaurant: City
The chain says it has spacious patios, "bold drinks" and "good vibes."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Hell's BBQ Reverses Decision To Close, Instead Will Move To New Location: Owner
The restaurant is trading its space by Venue 1012 for a downtown Oswego location.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Dolly-Themed Corn Maze | Trump Store Owner’s ‘Fake News’ | Bowling Alley Marks 65 Years: IL Business News
A beloved local gem celebrates 65 years of bowling and a "fake news" announcement from the Trump store owner.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
Juniper, New Highwood Restaurant From Chef Todd Stein, Open Now
The new downtown Highwood restaurant pairs elevated American classics with sushi and cocktails.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
New Food Truck Brings Version Of Shuttered Freddie's Off The Chain Back To Life
"To honor our late brother Freddie and keep his name alive, we’re taking a leap of faith and starting this new chapter," owners said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Car Hits Picketer, Crashes | Dutch Bros Delayed | Golf Course Blamed For Flooding: IL Business News
A driver crashes after intentionally hitting another IKEA picketer, and a golf club gives locals the grumps.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
IKEA Picketer Hit By Semi | Six Flags Expands | Grocery Bagger Competes At State Fair: IL Business News
Grocery bagger on her way to state competition becomes a local star, and a picketer hit by a semi-trailer.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
Soul & Smoke Announces Sept. 1 Opening For Expanded Evanston Flagship
The restaurant's expanded Evanston home opens Sept. 1 with barbecue, fine dining touches and local history.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Clarendon Hills Restaurant Closes, Has Another Location
It gave customers five days' notice on social media.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
New Chain Restaurant Coming Near La Grange, Western Springs
The chain has more than 1,100 eateries in 27 states, according to a restaurant-tracking website.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Trouble At Iconic Hot Dog Shop | Coffee Chain Faces Pushback | 'Heartbreaking' Pizzeria Burglary: IL Biz News
Burglars break into a pizzeria and break the owner's heart, and how a hot dog joint became a local magnet for mischief.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Clarendon Hills Coffee Shop Opening 'Well Worth Wait'
The project, which is getting a village subsidy, has already been delayed a couple of times.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Closed Westmont Mexican Eatery Still Missed More Than Month Later
It had wanted to open a second location, but that didn't happen.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
New Restaurant Opening In Downtown Evanston From James Beard Award-Winning Chefs: Report
The husband-and-wife chef duo plans a Midwestern restaurant in downtown Evanston with brunch, coffee and dinner.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Boat Crash Driver Fired By Family Biz | Beloved Hot Dog Joint Arrest | Famous Holiday Popup: IL Business News
Man repeatedly terrorizes an iconic local hot dog eatery, and a new holiday celebration is coming to the Chicagoland.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Willowbrook Asian Restaurant Closes Doors
The eatery was established two decades ago. A sale is reported as pending.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|News|
'Elegant' Western Springs Restaurant To Open Later This Year
The spot has been vacant since January. The owner runs another Western Springs restaurant
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Downtown La Grange Restaurant Set To Open This Fall
Several businesses have occupied the space over the years.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
New Mexican Restaurant To Replace Shuttered Altiro In Downtown Plainfield
One Mexican restaurant left downtown Plainfield, but another is opening in its stead.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Restaurant Trespasser | Popular Diner Makes A Comeback | Another Coffee Chain Comes To IL: IL Business News
Police cite a man for allegedly drunkenly trespassing, and more coffee is making its way to the Chicago area.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
Evanston Vegan Restaurant Closing After Just 6 Months
The downtown Evanston vegan restaurant has closed, with some menu items moving to Evanston Corner Bistro.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Chicago Eatery Plans Elmhurst Location, Expected To Open Soon
Donut shops previously occupied the downtown space.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Willowbrook Denny's Reveals Opening Date After 2½-Month Closure
The Grand Slam breakfast can enter your life again. Denny's has 1,400 locations across the country.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Beloved Pizzeria Celebrates 50 Years | Restaurant Closes Abruptly | Pizza Hut Manager Arrested: IL Biz News
A beloved local pizzeria celebrates its "greatest day ever," and a Pizza Hut manager pockets $8,000 in stolen cash.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
National Coffee Chain Coming To Darien
The company calls itself the "most respected" drive-thru coffee brand in America.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
'This Isn't The End': Hell's BBQ TO Shutter Restaurant After 4 Years In Oswego
Although the sit-down restaurant will be closing, the barbecue joint will continue operating its food truck and offering catering services.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
KFC Closed For Good | Arrest In Walmart Fire | Pizzeria Manager Accused Of $100K Theft: IL Business News
A manager accused of paying "ghost employees," and police say a man set fire to the toy aisle.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Grand Opening Date Set For Plainfield's New Sushi Restaurant
The Kansas City, Missouri transplant is opening in the former Larry's Diner space off Lockport Street and Van Dyke Road.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
No Target For Willowbrook Denny's Opening, With 'Coming Soon' Pledge
Nearby Denny's eateries are in Oakbrook Terrace and Bolingbrook.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|News|
KFC Near La Grange, Western Springs Not Coming Back; New Building Going Up
Another business is planned for the site, which is next to a shopping center.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Geneva, IL|News|
Nino's Italian Deli Brings New York-Style Sandwiches To Geneva
A born-and-raised New Yorker moved to Geneva and brought with him the flavors of the city in the form of stacked deli sandwiches.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
Norton's In Highland Park Set To Change Hands After 27 Years
Founders Jeff Mages and Richie Holleb say Highland Park locals will take over the longtime Sheridan Road restaurant.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
New Eatery Set For Downtown La Grange, Related To Other Restaurant
The space became vacant after a decade-old restaurant closed its doors earlier this year.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Willowbrook Chain Eatery Closure Not As Temporary As Indicated
The chain has about 1,400 locations, including many in the Chicago suburbs.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
McDonald's Revives A Classic To Celebrate America's 250th Birthday
The Fried Apple Pie, which originally debuted in the 1960s, is going back on the menu at McDonald's this summer.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
