Dining

Pesciolino Oseteria in Channahon recently revamped its menu and website and remodeled the restaurant in honor of its upcoming anniversary.

The Cork Wine Bar and Kitchen in Joliet plans to reopen after a temporary closure in May.

Harvard's varied offerings of Mexican food will be highlighted in the Tacos, Tamales and Tortas Trail, which kicks off with Mexican Independence Day Monday.

Isabel's restaurant in Woodstock was an early example of farm-to-table dining – in this case from the owners' own farm in Marengo.

Celebrating its eighth year, the gastropub changes up the menu with the seasons.

Chipotle is opening its first Huntley location soon.

Here's a list of some of northern Illinois' best sports bars for watching your favorite team.

Urban Kitchen Restaurant in Crest Hill, 2424 Plainfield Road, Suite 100, is now part of AgeGuide’s Senior Dine Restaurant Program.

The French Press delights diners with sweet and savory crepes in historic row house.

Food truck operators who would like to set up in McHenry will soon need to get a permit and could face fines for operating without one.

Karas Restaurant Group will open its latest venture, Squire Ale House, which is an off-shoot of its popular Village Squire restaurants.

The Red Roses, a Chicago-based band that performs alternative and indie hits, will perform Friday evening at the Joliet Area Historical Museum as part of the Rooftop Music Series.

The Big Apple restaurant in Joliet plans to add drinks to the menu.

Tangled Roots Brewing Company, known for their craft beer with hops and barley grown on a family farm in Ottawa, will feature frequently evolving menus combining traditional favorites with more adventurous local dishes, all given a chef “twist.”

The Joliet American Legion Band, along with Joliet Township High School Orchestra & Central Band, will perform Thursday at the 2024 season finale of "Concerts on the Hill."

Portillo’s is adding their first new cake offering in over 20 years with the Salted Caramel Spice Cake.

The Pagoda Chinese restaurant, which has operated in Lockport since 1978, is up for sale as owners look to retire.

The Batavia Community Dinner Table, which is now hosted by Batavia United Way, is Sunday, Sept. 8 from 4-6 p.m. on N. River Street.

Joliet City Council on Tuesday OK'd a permit for a future Chick-fil-A at 201 S. Larkin Ave., now the site of a closed Steak ‘n Shake restaurant.

Duke's Inferno opened late last year in Woodstock, but owners acknowledge "perhaps our initial expectations were overly optimistic."

If you want to enjoy a meal with your four-legged family member by your side, check out this list of some of the many restaurants in northern Illinois that have dog-friendly patios.

Some Will County restaurants not only welcome man's best friend they create dog-friendly entrees, too.

Woodstock formally approved a lease for Squire on the Square

This Saturday bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy wine from Bishops Hill of Joliet and Sable Creek of Plainfield, art and live jazz bands.

Happy hour is 4-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, where cocktails are 50% off, and from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Wonderverse will host themed trivia nights, where guests can showcase their Sony film knowledge on classics ranging from “Bad Boys” to “Ghostbusters.”

The family-owned restaurant, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary on Aug. 22, was founded by Vince Palazzolo in 1974 when he purchased the restaurant and dance hall that used to be Kendall’s Ranch restaurant.

City of Joliet grapples with homeless issues at Larkin Avenue site until Chick-fil-a arrives.

Wants to redevelop at closed Steak-N-Shake site on South Larkin Avenue

A new Jimmy John’s sandwich shop is now open at 7825 Caton Farm Road in Plainfield.

Squire on the Square is coming to the former Public House space in Woodstock at the city-owned Old Courthouse on Woodstock Square.

The restaurant’s menu is designed to promote healthy eating through delicious, real and unprocessed food. Other area locations include Oswego, Naperville and Schaumburg.

Positano Ristorante is expected to take over the former Wok-n-Fire space just across from the Wheaton French market pavilion.

The Wolf Den Speakeasy is located in the back room of Route 73 Brew and Chew in Pearl City, near Lake Carroll.

Surf’s Up restaurant in Lockport announced Sunday it was shutting down in its current location but has plans to reopen somewhere else.

Fozzy’s Bar & Grill and Barrio Taqueria & Cocina restaurants have signed leases to occupy space at The Fountains at Town Center.

Discover some hidden gems and rising stars that are making Aurora a must-visit destination for adventurous eaters.

moto imōto, located in downtown St. Charles, is dedicated to their delicious flavors and scrumptious menu.

A cafe with a bar, market and outdoor space called Lake Roots will replace the former Mr. A’s restaurant in Crystal Lake.

The service side of the truck is all glass, so you can see the wood-burning oven and the pizzas being made.

Nash Vegas Saloon opened its doors on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024 in the space at 61 Main St. that previously housed Oswego Brewing Company

Vicolo, in downtown Aurora, will offer handmade Italian pasta dishes, and will be both a laid-back cafe during the day and an upscale dinner destination at night.

Those attending a friends and family event Friday night got a sneak peek of what Nash Vegas Saloon will offer when it opens for business at 11 a.m. Saturday.

Dave's Hot Chicken is opening its fast-casual spot on Friday, Aug. 2.

A Twin Peaks sports bar and Mr. Kimchi Korean barbecue are headed to Algonquin Commons in the former Bulldog Ale House and Thirsty Whale spaces.

Bibibop Asian Grill held a grand opening celebration last week at 1680 W. Higgins Road.

The Dari in Hebron won't be closed for long. The ice cream shop and eatery, operated by one family for decades, is getting new owners.

Check out these barbecue restaurants in the Fox Valley area.

The restaurant and brewing house is honoring their quarter century at 128 W. Main St. with its first Brewfest Saturday.

With more restaurants adding outdoor dining after the pandemic, there is no shortage of choices when it comes to restaurants with patios in the suburbs.

Sundae Funday in Rock Falls is filled with unique flavors of ice cream and Mexican cuisine.