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Nick's Tavern Featured on 'Chicago's Best Burgers'
A segment on the downtown Lemont staple aired Sunday night on WGN.
Nick's Tavern—a staple in downtown Lemont for more than 60 years—was recognized Sunday night as having one of "Chicago's Best Burgers."
The restaurant, located at 221 Main St., was one of several Chicago-area eateries featured on WGN's "Chicago's Best" program Sunday night. Each week, the show highlights the best in Chicago cuisine—from hot dogs and cheese to Mexican and barbecue.
Nick's, which opened in 1945, was chosen for its famous 1-pound patty, the Nickburger.
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"It's one of a kind,"co-owner Don Quaid said during the segment. "You don't find this type of burger anywhere else in the Chicago area."
Nick's Tavern was first opened by Nick and Vera Pappas, who ran the business until their daughter, Joanne Novak, and her husband Louis took over 1963.
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The restaurant was purchased in 2009 by Quaid, son Don Quaid Jr. and good friend Al Murawski.
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