This week in Illinois business news, burglars break pizzeria owner's heart; neighbors say no to more coffee in town; and how a hot dog joint became a local magnet for mischief.
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Deal of the Week
National S'mores Day is Aug. 10 and Paris Baguette is offering rewards members a free pastry with the purchase of any s'mores menu item.
Still No End To The Rainbow As Original Rainbow Cone Celebrates Big 100 At Original Locale
Original Rainbow Cone celebrates 100 years with BOGO specials Aug. 3-9, and a special party on Aug. 9 at the original Beverly location.
Darien Chain Restaurant Wants Electronic Sign, Seeks Exception To Rules
Other towns allow such signs. Darien is considering doing the same.
Danby's Station Cafe Closes After More Than 2 Decades In Glen Ellyn
The building that housed the beloved diner on Roosevelt Road will be razed to make way for a Dutch Bros. Coffee.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse Ready To Do Business In Joliet: City Council Liquor License Vote Here
The Joliet City Council will vote on the proposed liquor license for the new BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse being built near the Costco.
Joliet Adds Angelita's Mexican Bar & Cuisine To Its Dazzling Boulevard Place Development Near Costco
Joliet conducted a liquor hearing on the topic with the deputy liquor commissioner on July 17 for Angelita's Mexican Bar & Cuisine.
Pop's Italian Beef found Joliet's former Boston Market restaurant property was difficult to generate a lot of business, so it closed.
Schmaltz Delicatessen To Support DuPage PADS During National Deli Month
See how to help the local deli donate to DuPage PADS this August.
Vietnamese Sandwich Shop Opens On Route 59: 'Bake & Bite Is A Wonderful Addition'
Back in April, Patch revealed that Shorewood would get a Bake & Bite restaurant along Route 59 that will offer Bahn Mi, bowls and wings.
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.
Local Lemont Author Starts Business To Help Other Independent Authors
Storyhound Publishing aims to help authors self-publish their work.
Dutch Bros Coffee Gets Initial Approval For New Milwaukee Avenue Location
Drive-thru coffee chain could open between two existing restaurants, pending final approvals.
Life Time Opens 114,000-Square-Foot North Shore Club In Northbrook
The 17.7-acre destination features 28 pickleball courts, expansive fitness areas and family-focused amenities.
Six Flags Great America To Open New Family-Themed Area In 2027
Camp Timber Trail will feature a new suspended roller coaster, interactive play areas and updated classic rides.
Downtown La Grange Escape Room Business Wants To Expand
The business started in 2017. It has not had any code complaints, the village said.
Clarendon Hills Coffee Shop Opening 'Well Worth Wait'
The project, which is getting a village subsidy, has already been delayed a couple of times.
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