Coronavirus Shutdown: Restaurants Plan To Offer Takeout, Delivery

CHICAGO, IL — Restaurants and bars across the state will close for the rest of the month starting today. The move, which was announced by Gov. JB Pritzker on Sunday, is meant to combat the spread of the new coronavirus.

The statewide shutdown for dine-in customers at bars and restaurants will start at the close of business Monday, March 16. The businesses will remain shuttered until at least March 30.

Inevitably, the decision is going to have a huge impact on local economies as well as the many employees who may be out of work in the coming weeks. Not to mention small business owners, many who may already be struggling to keep their doors open, and community resources, which rely on sales taxes to fund operational costs.

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So, what can we do? Amid the shutdown, many area restaurants are opting to offer curbside pickup or enlisting employees to deliver meals.

Patch.com is working to compile a list of restaurants and bars that will still be such services amid the COVID-19 chaos. If we haven't listed your favorite restaurant, be sure to check its website or Facebook page to see if it is offering similar services.

Benedict's La Strata, 40 N. Williams Street, Crystal Lake: The popular restaurant in Crystal Lake will be taking take-out orders. Those wishing to place an order can call the restaurant at 815-459-6500. Taste of Benedict's, located at 35 N. Williams Street, will remain open serving take out only. Benedict's menu can be found on the business's website.

Village Vintner Restaurant and Winery, 2380 N. Esplanade Drive, Algonquin:

Cafe Olympic, 90 N. William Street, Crystal Lake:

The Broken Oar , 614 Rawson Bridge Road, Port Barrington: The popular bar and restaurant along the Fox River will be offering pick up, delivery and take out options from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, starting Tuesday. Delivery is available through Door Dash, Grub Hub and Uber Eats; the restaurant will be offering curbside pickup for those who call ahead 847-639-9468 or you can drive up, place your order and wait in your vehicle while it is prepared for you.

"Please help us to keep our doors open and support our staff and community," according to the Broken Oar's Facebook page.

Offsides Sports Bar & Grill, 680 S Eastwood Drive, Woodstock: The sports bar will be offering delivery and curbside pickup from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. starting on Tuesday. Delivery is available to those living in the Woodstock area and orders can be placed by calling 815-334-8700. Employees at the restaurant will be taking orders as well delivering the orders, according to a post on the bar and grill's Facebook page. All daily food specials will be honored for the pick up and delivery orders and the full menu for the business can be found here. In addition, the business will give an extra $10 gift card for every $25 gift card purchased.

"This is a difficult time for all of us and we are grateful for your support and understanding," according to an update on the business's Facebook page. "We will continue to support our staff and our community every way possible. Stay local, stay healthy and safe."

Moretti's, 220 N. Randall Road, Lake in the Hills; 128 S. Wool Street, Barrington:

Sew'd Hopped, Huntley:

Chop Suey Hut, 218 N. Throp St., Woodstock: When city officials in Woodstock heard that Chop Suey Hut was going to offer carry out and drive-up services, they reached out to the local business to see how they could help.

"They are coming to reserve some spots in the city parking lot next to our building for curb side pickup when we open tomorrow," according to a post on the Chop Suey Hut Facebook page. "We have a great community."

D.C. Cobb's, 1204 N. Green St., McHenry

Before the business closes, they need to empty out their beer supply. So, expect cheap beer on Monday evening and night.

Starting on Tuesday, D.C. Cobb's will offer delivery and curbside pickup. The business will be using its existing staff as drivers "so that they can still make money during this time."

"We will be charging a delivery fee. 100% of the delivery fee will go to the driver," according to a post on D.C. Cobb's Facebook page. D.C. Cobb's phone number is 815-206-5580. More information via the D.C. Cobb's website.