Restaurant Trespasser | Popular Diner Makes A Comeback | Another Coffee Chain Comes To IL: IL Business News

This week in Illinois business news, a drunkard was cited for allegedly trespassing at multiple restaurants; a popular diner is back up and running after a brief closure; another national coffee chain is moving in.

Additionally, a brand new lineup of Bourbon County Stout will hit shelves this Black Friday.

Check out this week's top headlines for Illinois business news on Patch:

• Goose Island Announces 2026 Bourbon County Stout Lineup
• National Coffee Chain Coming To Chicago Area
• Intoxicated Man Cited For Trespassing Outside 2 Local Restaurants: Police
• Popular Diner Reveals Opening Date After 2½-Month Closure

The Bottom Line

• A discount grocery store chain helping stave off food deserts on Chicago's South and West sides is at risk of closing several locations.
• A United Airlines employee was caught on video threatening to call U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on a customer during a ticketing dispute.

Deal of the Week

National Chicken Finger Day is July 27, and Raising Cane's is offering a free extra chicken finger with any Box Combo, with $1 from each combo supporting charity.

More Restaurant News

Chicken Fast-Food Franchise Coming To Bolingbrook: Reports

The business announced in June that it has a seven-unit development agreement for the Chicago area.

Polish, European Restaurant In Channahon Calls It Quits Months After Trying Carryout Only Format

Delight Wish Diner Express & Liquor Store is located on Route 6/24725 West Eames Street in Channahon.

Joliet Restaurant Available On Real Estate Market: Joliet's City Center Partnership

In 2023, Laura Montiel and her husband Pilo Corral opened Azul Celeste Bar & Grill at the north end of downtown Joliet.

'Ted Lasso' Ice Cream Flavor Returns To All Jeni's Shops In Chicago

The limited-edition "Biscuits with the Boss" flavor combines salted butter sweet cream ice cream with pieces of shortbread cookies.

Dumont Creamery & Café Nears Opening Of 1st IL Location In Naperville

The Indian-inspired ice cream shop is set to open soon at Block 59.

Evanston Vegan Restaurant Closing After Just 6 Months

The downtown Evanston vegan restaurant has closed, with some menu items moving to Evanston Corner Bistro.

Chicago Eatery Plans Elmhurst Location, Expected To Open Soon

Donut shops previously occupied the downtown space.

Flipside Brewing To Mark 4th Anniversary With Bash, Burgers, Exclusive Beers & Balloons

Flipside Brewing owner Erik Pizer will celebrate the brewery's fourth anniversary with a party on Saturday, July 25.

More Business News

Skokie Theater Getting Major Upgrades Under New Ownership

Under new ownership, the Skokie Theater is set to get several improvements, including a new bar, improved seating and feature restoration.

Popular Coffee Chain To Open Romeoville Location

The coffee chain is one of the tenants announced in a retail redevelopment concept plan in Romeoville.

Bengtson's Farm Begins Hiring For 2026 Fall Fest

This year's fest will run from Sept. 4 to Nov. 8.

Colectivo Coffee Announces New Central Street Cafe In Evanston

Colectivo said its second Evanston location will bring coffee, breakfast, sandwiches and bakery items to Central Street.

Oswego Trader Joe's Will Likely Open This Year: Village

The sign for the beloved grocery store, the first to open in Kendall County, went up earlier this month.

Winning $650K Lucky Day Lotto Ticket Sold In Naperville

The winning ticket was sold at a convenience store in Naperville.

Lake Forest Lands Among Top 12 SWALCO Sites For Textile, Shoe Recycling

Lake Forest residents recycled 31,785 pounds of textiles and 1,605 pounds of shoes through SWALCO in 2025.

Proposal Approved For Practice Facility At Bolingbrook Golf Club

The Board approved the second phase of construction for the club's outdoor practice facility.

Morton Arboretum Plans 'Most Ambitious Installation Ever' For Illumination: Holiday Lights

The arboretum recently unveiled this year's dates for the annual Illumination holiday lights show.