This week in Illinois business news: A local city council unanimously bans all kratom sales; a brand-new Trader Joe's location; and a major move for IKEA.
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Deal of the Week
All October long, Wendy's is celebrating Halloween with its annual Boo Books fundraiser. Each book is $1 and contains five coupons for a free junior frosty and one for a $1.99 kids' meal with any purchase.
First Watch Restaurant Opening In Joliet, City Council Vote Just Days Away
First Watch serves delicious, made-to-order Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily, its restaurant website proclaims.
Beloved Downtown Algonquin Burger Joint Closes
Cattleman's Burger and Brew served its final customers Wednesday, but owners say the restaurant could return at a new location.
Naperville's Filipino Bistro Is Moving To Oswego
The restaurant is taking over the space that previously housed Asadoras Argentinas Burgers.
Class B Liquor License For 307 N. Chicago St.: New Joliet Bar-Restaurant Called Picanha Y Fuego
The previous establishment, Azul Celeste, had a great reputation for its Mexican food and drinks, but never really captured excitement.
New Jamaican Jerk Restaurant Moves Forward In Frankfort
The business will be located at 19955 S. La Grange Road, within the Hickory Creek Market Place.
Another Jersey Mike's Location Opens In Downers Grove
The village's second Jersey Mike's restaurant opened Oct. 7.
Groundbreaking is expected to take place in early 2027, with project completion anticipated in early-spring 2030.
When Darien Coffee, Custard Shops Are Expected To Open
Two chain restaurants are in the works for the old TGI Fridays site.
Shorewood's Greatest Development Ever? Dr. Chow's 'The District' Will Break Ground Near Towne Center
Last December, animal physician Dr. Joe Chow opened his new Rusty Ridge Animal Center on Route 52 near Wynstone Drive. He has bigger plans.
This has been one of the greatest years in the history of Joliet's Cemenos Pizza, started exactly 50 years ago by Joe and Jan Cemeno.
Catheterization Labs Expansion Now Open In Bolingbrook
The $21.6 million, 15,000-square-foot addition is at 500 Remington Blvd.
Bolingbrook Vehicle Stickers Won't Return With IKEA's Relocation: Village
The mayor said IKEA's 27-acre property is owned by IKEA, and the Village looks forward to "opening a dialogue" about property plans.
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