2025 saw a number of restaurants open across northern Illinois.

The Feathered Fork restaurant recently opened at 20631 Renwick Road.

Established in 1936 by Sylvio “Rip” and Emma Gualandri, the establishment in Ladd has been serving chicken, crispies, pickles, fried appetizers, beer and liquor for 89 years.

Hilldale Cafe in Lanark combines creativity and comfort to craft dishes that surprise and delight.

Established in 1936 by Sylvio “Rip” and Emma Gualandri, the establishment in Ladd has been serving chicken, crispies, pickles, fried appetizers, beer and liquor for 89 years.

Vickie's Place on the Fox River in McHenry is closing Sunday after 40 years. But a new owner already has plans to reopen. Find out who is it.

The new New Year's Eve party will have a late-night food menu, hand-crafted cocktails, DJs and more.

The Village Greek restaurant in downtown Sycamore will serve its last meal on New Year’s Eve, said owner Makie Maratos, who also owns Sycamore State Theater next door.

Margaret Mary Gillespie purchased the assets of the former Thayer Bros. in 2023 and then opened Magpie’s Joy of Eating in that space in January 2024.

The owners of a Mount Morris bar and grill have put their own touch on a longtime establishment in recent years with its food, drinks, fun and free money making it more of a destination.

Celebrate the holidays with a family brunch at these locations in northern Illinois.

The Arechiga Restaurant Group plans to open a coastal-lounge dining experience called Playa Bar & Music Lounge in St. Charles, with tacos, margaritas and music that aims to evoke Mexican seaside flair.

This new location at 1351 Shale Road in Joliet, will feature Chipotlane, a drive-thru pick-up lane where customers can pick up their digital orders.

The American Legion of Dixon will be serving roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, roll, salad, vegetable and dessert from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5.

The Country House restaurant in Geneva has closed after 30 years and the property is for sale.

Fine dining is not often associated with Momence, but that is about to change as a new upscale restaurant is nearing completion in this eastern Kankakee County city.

Dixon American Legion Post 12 will be serving baked ham, au gratin potatoes, rolls, vegetable, salad and dessert from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, at 1120 W. First St.

Mosaic Kitchen & Cocktails is now open on South Third Street in Geneva.

This popular sports bar and grill in Amboy offers creative twists to its traditional menu, including their famous Philly cheesesteak.

A three-generation hot dog business in Joliet is now for sale.

Tickets include Leinenkugel-inspired dinner and beverage tastings and a chance to win great prizes.

The American Legion will be serving a turkey dinner with all the trimmings from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at Post 12, 1120 W. First St., Dixon.

810 Billiards & Bowling is expected to open in early 2026.

Check out this nostalgia-filled diners in Batavia, Geneva, Elgin and more Kane County communities.

Check out this list of national chains and locally-owned restaurants offering specials to service members on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11.

The owners of a Sycamore restaurant that was heavily damaged in a September fire said their property was deemed a total loss, but they’re still exploring the next steps for their family business.

The American Legion will be serving roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, roll, vegetable, salad and dessert from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, at the Post, located at 1120 W. First St. in Dixon.

The first fast-casual concept in the Bien Trucha Group will close for a rebrand Saturday, Nov. 1.

Prime Cut is a contemporary restaurant that focuses on making exceptional foods by scratch.

Lake in the Hills has added regulations to address what officials called the “emerging trend” of food trucks.

BG Hospitality Group owns the Gia Mia locations, Livia Italian Eatery, Ella's Italian Pub, Fire + Wine and moto imōto.

A family-owned Country Club Hills restaurant specializing is cheesesteaks and lemonade is coming to Joliet.

The village of Romeoville is considering a plan to construct a new commercial space at Weber Road and Normantown Road including two new restaurants.

Both restaurants are open to the public. Menus to both restaurants are posted on the Joliet Junior College website.

A new McDonald's is now open at the corner of Plank Road and Illinois Route 23 in Sycamore.

The restaurant, which specializes in Cajun-influenced American fare, opened over Labor Day weekend.

Peanut Butter and Deli on Morrison’s Main Street is a deli-style restaurant that serves up sandwiches, salads, drinks and desserts from one of Morrison’s oldest buildings — and one of it cleverest named businesses.

The fall events include October's Roots & Wine Dinner and November's Friendsgiving Farm Dinner.

Missing The Dock in Joliet? Try Mokena location. Noteworthy menu items include a goat board, reuben rolls and sausage and peppers (appetizers), pastrami reuben, blackened grouper reuben and fried fish tacos.

The shop is seeking gently used books for all ages to help build its cafe library, according to Jitters.

National Cheeseburger Day is Thursday, Sept. 18!

National Cheeseburger Day is Thursday, Sept. 18. Enjoy a juicy burger at one of these award-winning restaurants in Kane County.

National Cheeseburger Day is Thursday, Sept. 18! Enjoy a freshly-made burger at one of these Sauk Valley favorites!

National Cheeseburger Day is Thursday, Sept. 18! Celebrate with a hearty burger at one of these award-winning restaurants.

The Guild in downtown Wheaton will offer breakfast, lunch and small and shareable dishes for dinner.

Blackhawk Steak Pit in Oregon has become a destination for travelers and locals to enjoy dinner in the relaxed surroundings of a supper club atmosphere.

Morning Delight Cafe is located at 2400 Caton Farm Road in Crest Hill.

The owners of Denim & Diamonds Saloon in downtown Sycamore said they are selling the building that houses their music-focused bar. Despite the potential for the building to be sold, the saloon remains open.

The star of the brunch menu is The Greggory’s Big Baller Brunch, which includes a cooked-to-perfection 32-ounce Senku Wagyu Tomahawk, a buttermilk pancake tower with all the fixings, eight eggs any style, crispy hash browns and bottomless mimosas.

Check out these three restaurants that Kendall County audiences voted as being the best places for breakfast.