Joliet Loses Wendy's Restaurant After Decades Of Business, Millions Of Customers Served At This Location

Joliet Patch previously predicted that the Wendy's restaurant on South Larkin Avenue would be closing because the property is for sale.

Fast-Food Restaurant Chain Opening 2 Joliet Locations On West Side, Including Empty 7-Eleven

Joliet's City Council will vote on two different liquor licenses for the Sharks Fish and Chicken, including one new west-side location.

Joliet Subway Restaurant Not Approved For Occupancy: City Of Joliet Declares

The Joliet Subway restaurant in the 1700 block of West Jefferson Street went up in smoke last week. The fire damage was extensive.

Illinois Restaurants That Closed Permanently In 2025

Several Illinois eateries shut their doors in 2025 in Joliet, Romeoville, Elmhurst and elsewhere. We remember them in this roundup.

Subway Fire Destroys Joliet Restaurant On West Jefferson: Building Faces Teardown In Days Ahead

"Due to the dangerous conditions inside, crews went to a defensive attack to extinguish the fire," battalion chief Jim Batusich said.

7-Brew, Joliet's Most Popular Destination, Opens Its 2nd Location

The 7-Brew coffee chain has become an instant success story, easily the most popular drive-thru business on Joliet's West Jefferson Street.

La Dolce Pizza Open For Christmas, New Year's Day? Shorewood's Newest Restaurant Reveals Answer

La Dolce Pizza has turned into one of the Joliet and Will County area's most popular pizza places a month after opening. Changes are coming.

OUT OF BUSINESS: Another Joliet Restaurant Fails To Make It, Tom Grotovsky Announces Details Of His Closing

For several years, Grotovsky operated the Great American Bagel on Essington Road. That building is also empty now.

Cup Of Joe By Cemenos Is Finally Opening: Free Samples Of Homemade Bagels, Cream Cheese

Cup of Joe By Cemeno's is located right inside the entrance to Inwood Recreation Center at 3000 West Jefferson Street.

Chipotle Opens In Joliet: 3 More Fast-Food Restaurants Coming To Rock Run Collection Sooner Than Later

The new Chipotle Mexican Grill opened Wednesday morning in Joliet across the street from the new Hollywood Casino Joliet.

Chipotle Mexican Grill Sets Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony For Joliet, More Rock Run Collection Details Shared

The location is expected to bring approximately 30 new jobs to the Joliet area, offering competitive pay and benefits.

New Restaurant Feathered Fork Opens in Crest Hill: 'Food Made With Real Craft And Soul'

Owner Kurtis Lott brings a hands-on approach that balances smart operations with a menu designed to bring real excitement to Crest Hill.

White Castle Employees Hit Panic Alarm, Joliet Police Respond, Arrest 43-Year-Old Woman

Joliet police learned the woman had five arrest warrants out of Cook County for failing to appear in court on previous criminal charges.

Babe's Jumbo Hot Dogs For Sale: REMAX Reveals Asking Price 'Thriving Business Opportunity Awaits'

Joliet Patch latest exclusive on major Joliet real estate and commercial development.

Juliet's Tavern Also Gets $20,365 Business Continuity Grant From Joliet City Manager Beth Beatty

CUT 158 owner Bill Dimitroulas informed Joliet's City Council he was aware of Joliet Patch's news coverage and the social media comments.

Cut 158 Seeks Another Business Continuity Grant Of $63,734 From Joliet's Taxpayers: City Hall

Mayor D'Arcy and City Manager Beth Beatty raised property taxes, allowing Joliet to use funds to help downtown businesses amid construction.

For Sale: Pizza For U On Joliet's Larkin Avenue Next To Wendy's Restaurant

Not only is the Wendy's restaurant on South Larkin Avenue available for purchase, but so is the Pizza For U property.

Joliet Wendy's For Sale: We Now Know When Larkin Ave. Restaurant Will Be Vacant

On November 15, 1969, Dave Thomas opened his very first Wendy’s restaurant in Columbus, Ohio at 257 E. Broad St.

After 72 Years, Joe's Hot Dogs Is For Sale, New Owner Could 'Start Making Money Immediately'

Joe's Hot Dogs owner Jill Huffstutler, granddaughter of founder Joseph LaRose, is now exploring the sale of the legendary local landmark.

Thanksgiving Roll Returns To Roc City Bar & Grill: 'We Are Ruining Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner'

Located in Rockdale, Roc City is one of the only bars in Illinois dishing up a delicious Thanksgiving roll, but only in November.

Joliet Restaurant Closes: Kitchen Equipment Now Up For Sale

In September 2019, Jessy and her husband Ruben Rodriguez opened Sunshine Mexican Cafe, 406 N. Scott St.

Casa Catrina At Joliet's Union Station: City Council Learns How Much Rent Will Be Paid

MyGrain Brewery closed in 2023, and the space has been vacant since then, the city of Joliet noted.

Sopranos Pizzeria & Catering Opens In Crest Hill: 'Pizzas, Burgers, Other Delectable Dishes'

The original location for Sopranos Pizzeria and Catering remains nestled in the heart of Lockport at 1527 South State Street.

Essington Road's New Breakfast, Lunch Restaurant: Omelets, Pancakes, Skillets, Burgers, 4 Kinds Of Steak

Tuesday marked the soft opening for the new Joliet sit-down restaurant at 1121 Essington Road. Juybe's Breakfast and Lunch is open daily.

New Joliet Restaurant To Replace Empty MyGrain Brewing At Union Station: Details Revealed

Joliet city staff spent the past several months reviewing proposals from a number of restaurants interested in moving into MyGrain Brewing.

'Delicious Homemade Chili': Hey! Hot Dog Brings Back Chili For Fall, Winter Months

Hey! Hot Dog has been a Joliet landmark located on Ruby Street since 1978. The original location existed on the east side on Cass Street.

El Flamingo Opening At Louis Joliet Mall: Mayor D'Arcy Supports Liquor License Proposal

The Joliet City Council has been urged to approve the liquor license for 3340 Mall Loop Drive.

No Spicy Larry's Coming To Joliet's Theodore Street? Mayor D'Arcy Reveals Why

As the mayor of Joliet, Terry D'Arcy also serves as city's liquor commissioner.

'The Original Niko's Pizzeria Is Back': Former Owner Returns, Vowing To Bring Back 'Greatness'

Customers can get a free slice of Niko's pizza on Wednesday at any point during the day, as long as they purchase anything, even a pop can.

Frank Thomas In Joliet: Huge Turnout At Goodfellas Cigar Lounge: 16 Photos

The Chicago White Sox Hall of Famer and sports legend came to Joliet's Jefferson Street for an autograph signing at Goodfellas Cigar Lounge.

Joliet Aurelio's Pizza Remodeling: "I'm So Excited With The Way Everything Came Out'

For most of September, the Joliet Aurelio's Pizza on West Jefferson Street was undergoing its first major remodeling in decades.

Frank Thomas Coming To Joliet's New Goodfellas Cigar Lounge: Event Details Revealed

Frank Thomas, inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2014, will be on site to greet fans and autograph bottles from his FT35 brand.

2 Joliet Police Cars Needed To Help With Traffic: 7 Brew Coffee Opens In Joliet

Monday marked the first day of business at Joliet's first 7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee. An average of 55 vehicles were being served every hour.

Cup Of Joe By Cemeno's Opening In Joliet: Coffee, Smoothies, Shakes, Breakfast, More

The Joliet Park District Board will vote on changing the terms of its lease agreement with Cemeno's Pizza next week.

Joliet's 1st Seven-Brew Coffee Has Opening Date In Mind For West Jefferson Street: 4 Photos

Joliet will also be getting a second 7-Brew Drive-Thru Coffeeshop but that one is going south of the Louis Joliet Mall corridor.

Joliet Aurelio's Closes Dining Room For Major Remodeling: Here's When It Will Reopen

Luke Pascale sold his Aurelio's Pizza restaurant in Joliet's Twin Plaza on West Jefferson Street. The new owners are renovating it now.

Baby's Cheesesteak & Lemonade, Plush Horse Ice Cream Both Coming To Joliet Next Month Thanks To John Bays

Joliet Patch interviewed M.J. Sughayer, whose family owns The Original Baby's Cheesesteak and Lemonade and Plush Horse Ice Cream.

New Chick-fil-A In Joliet Opens Next Week, Creating 90 Jobs For Community

Becoming a local owner-operator has been so rewarding for me and my family, Kris Yoder remarked.

Free Food Alert: Fry The Coop In Joliet 'Is The Destination For Hot Chicken In Chicagoland'

According to Fontana, Fry the Coop's goal is to "deliver happiness every day."

Roc City Bar And Grill In Rockdale: Hulk Hogan Birthday Salute Just Days Away

Wrestling star Hulk Hogan, whose real name is Terry Bollea, died at his Clearwater home after a "serious medical condition," police said.