Joliet Steak-N-Shake Makes Yet Another Comeback

Since 2019, Joliet's Steak-N-Shake restaurant actually closed two different times. Now, it's back in business once again.

Panera Bread Bids Goodbye To Louis Mall Customers

For years, Panera Bread at the Louis Joliet Mall was an incredibly popular place for shoppers to eat, but that's no longer true.

'Place Was Packed': New Joliet Restaurant Opens 24 Hours A Day

Tacos El Tio No. 6 opened this weekend in Joliet and was packed. "I don't think they have an authentic restaurant around," its owner said.

Sub Dock Owners Retiring: 'I'm Tired, My Body Is Not The Same Anymore'

Pete Dedetsinas has run Sub Dock, 923 West Jefferson St. in Joliet, since 1984. His wife Nanci started working here in 1990.

Joliet's Newest Bar Restaurant Marks Grand Opening

El Camaleon is also the signature drink. It's a blend of in-house tequila and in-house Mezcal with pineapple juice and plenty of flavors.

'The Mad Baker' Cheesecakes By James Marks Crest Hill Opening

Cheesecakes By James is holding a three-day grand opening Friday, Saturday and Sunday to celebrate its new storefront in Crest Hill.

Sweet Corn Stand At Hey! Hot Dog: 'Oh Yeah, It's Really Good'

Hey! Hot Dog owner and Shorewood area farmer B.J. Uedelhofen hopes to keep his popular sweet corn stand open until early October.

New Joliet Restaurant 'A Comfort Cafe For Everybody'

Pit Stop Corner Cafe opened in January at 2050 S. Chicago Street in Joliet. It's open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sophisticated Parking Lot Burglary Targets Aaron's: JPD

Joliet police responded to Aaron’s Sales and Lease, 918 West Jefferson St., for a report of a burglary of a motor vehicle.

New Starbucks: Joliet Can Never Have Too Many

The latest Starbucks will open soon on Joliet's far west side in front of the Louis Joliet Mall right by the Burger King restaurant.

Tacos El Tio, 'The Best Tacos In Chicago' Expanding To Joliet

Joliet Bar and Restaurant Guide founder Brian Bessler notified Joliet Patch on Monday of the positive news for West Jefferson Street.

Can Super China Buffet In Joliet Sell At This Price?

Super China Buffet is on Joliet's West Jefferson Street next to Rax Roast Beef. It's been in business for more than 20 years.

5 Empty Fast-Food Restaurants Around Joliet

With several empty fast-food restaurants throughout Joliet, have fast-food franchises realized that Joliet is not a good place to expand?

Fireman Ted's Bar & Grill Available On Black Road

Real estate broker Roger Blomgren told Joliet Patch that the asking price includes the business and the business assets.

Crusade Burger Bar Expanding To Joliet Area

The Crusade Burger Bar, 209 South Bridge St. in Yorkville, has 2,531 Google Reviews, averaging an impressive 4.5 stars.

K Ribs BBQ's Closing Intended To Be Temporary: Owner

Joliet Korean BBQ restaurant owner Dillon Kim said he needs to hire five or six quality employees. Until that happens, he's staying closed.

Joliet Restaurant Mystery: Will Pollo Loco Ever Open?

Back in November 2020, Pollo Loco "Coming Soon" signs popped up on Ruby Street at the former El Primo property.

Johnny's Beef & Gyros: 'Everything Sells Here, Everything Moves'

Home of the Big Daddy Burger, Johnny's has been in Joliet since 2005, at 3567 West Jefferson St. Customer favorites include beef and gyros.

Catrinas Mex: Authentic Mexican Restaurant No Longer Open

After four years in downtown Joliet and lots of positive restaurant reviews, Catrinas Mex is no longer at the former Keg property.

Checkers: Here's Why It's Sure To Get More Business

For the first time, Joliet Patch editor John Ferak visited the Checkers restaurant at 1805 West Jefferson St. For fast food, it was good.

Palma's Latin Food Opens In Joliet: 'We Use Family Recipes'

Felix Palma said he opened in March at the downtown Joliet restaurant that had been known as the Chevere Latin Cafe for several years.

Loco's Closes, Angie's Pancake House Takes Focus

After nine years of business, Loco's Mexican Restaurant is no longer open at 1119 Essington Road. Angie's Pancake House is here to stay.

Jerk Flavors Jamaican Cuisine: 'I Wasn't Expecting That Many People'

Gary and Simone Hayles never expected 200 people for Monday's opening. Their new Joliet restaurant 1003 W. Jefferson St. was busy all day.

Bill Dimitroulas: Musa Tapas Bar Opening In Joliet

On March 30, Dimitroulas moved his CUT 158 Chophouse into John Bays' Two Rialto Square Building. Now, he's opening Musa's Tapas Bar.

Beef Shack's 'Temporary Closure' Now Hits 4 Months

Soon after the Portillo's Pickup opened on Larkin Avenue, Joliet's Beef Shack on West Jefferson Street stopped serving food to customers.

New Portillo's Can't Stop Hey! Hot Dog: 'We're Still Getting Lines'

Hey! Hot Dog owner B.J. Uedelhofen answered questions about his menu, competition from the new Joliet Portillo's and his indoor dining.

'Finally,' Jerk Flavors Jamaican Cuisine Opening On Jefferson St.

Joliet building inspectors issued a certificate of compliance to Gary Hayles for 1003 West Jefferson St. Jerk Flavors will open Monday.

Taste Of Joliet's 22 Food Vendors: How Does Lineup Look?

Taste of Joliet is only two weekends away. One of the Chicago area's largest outdoor summer festivals is at Memorial Stadium, June 24-26.

Burger Rebellion Fails At Crest Hill Location

Last year, Dale Lewis said the restaurant Burger Rebellion is a similar concept to Crusades Burger Bar in Yorkville.

X-Golf Coming To Joliet: Liquor License Vote Before City Council

The Joliet City Council will vote on Tuesday night whether to approve X-Golf's liquor license request for 2700 Plainfield Road.

JD'S BBQ & Soul Food Replaces Taps Tips On Theodore St.

This marks the second restaurant location on Joliet's west side for JD's. Owner Rico Wilson is also at 221 Ruby St.

Cheesecakes By James Leaving Joliet For Crest Hill Location

James Sankey has operated his Cheesecakes By James dessert store across from Joliet's Rialto, but now he's expanding to Crest Hil.

Daily Drink Specials For New Neighborhood Bar In Joliet

Phil Petrakos opened Phi's Corner at the corner of Raynor Avenue and Theodore Street this week in Joliet. He'll offer daily drink specials.

Bernie's Jerk Kitchen Became THA Kitchen, Now It's Empty

A Charles Sharp for lease sign is now posted in the window at 2777 Black Road on Joliet's west side.

New ACE Drive-In Owner Talks About Plans For Joliet Treasure

Mitch Pierson said that his father and his uncle ran ACE Drive-In for 39 years. Now, his goal for success is keeping everything the same.

Kafe De Kasa: Ohio Street Location No Longer Open

The store hours for Joliet's east side Kafe De Kasa at 3 Ohio St. were 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekends.

'Popular Evening Night Spot' With 100 TVs Opens On Jefferson Street

More than 400 people flocked to Club Hawthorne's new off-track betting parlor in Joliet to watch last weekend's Kentucky Derby.

Urban Kitchen Restaurant Off To Good Start: Manager

Urban Kitchen Restaurant opened in late April at 2424 Plainfield Road in Crest Hill. It filled the Russo's Italian Deli vacancy.

New Joliet Restaurant Seeks Liquor License

Mayor Bob O'Dekirk and the liquor commission will review the Class E liquor license application for Mariscos El Vallartazo.

New Food Lineup For Slammers Games, 3 Joliet Businesses Win

The new local focus of Duly Health and Care Field includes the rebranding of three of the concession stands, the Joliet Slammers announced.