Restaurant

O’Larry Asun Spot, a halal restaurant featuring West African dishes, could open by early August.

From the northern suburbs to the Illinois Valley, the farm-to-table movement continues to grow, with restaurants partnering with local vendors for the freshest ingredients.

EZ Wok in Shorewood is under new ownership. The restaurant is known as having a "convenient location and affordable prices."

Tap House Grill, which had been in business in downtown Oswego since 2008, on Feb. 24 closed its doors.

Check out these unique Joliet restaurants the next time you're looking for a delicious meal.

The ribbon cutting grand opening celebration will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 8 at the new location on Route 120 in McHenry.

The Purple Pig, featuring Mediterranean cuisine is slated to open later this year at 15 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, in the space formerly held by the Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams furniture showroom.

Starting June 20, Yolkville Cafe in Yorkville will be featuring an all new senior menu designed to the tastes of their loyal customers, and an all new catering menu.

The area’s second Culver's location opened June 16 and is directly north of the Aldi grocery store along Bradley Boulevard, across the street from the Bradley Commons Shopping Center at 2061 N St Rt 50.

Angie Aegerter is the owner of the Fit Foundation in Crest Hill, a meal prep company with more than 100 “clean eating” recipes in rotation, along with healthy deli-style choices.

Celebrate International Sushi Day on Wednesday at one of these favorite sushi restaurants in DeKalb, Kane and McHenry counties.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant is now open at 16344 Boulevard Place in Plainfield.

Black Sheep Craft Kitchen in Crest Hill offers Polish and American fusion cuisine using locally sourced ingredients.

Two new Jack in the Box restaurants will open in Will County this July.

Father's Day is Sunday, June 15.

Carnitas Moroleon De Don Jose Mexican Restaurant will be located at 2141 W. Jefferson St. in Joliet.

The Cheesecake Factory is set to open a restaurant at Block 59 — a new dining and entertainment district taking shape at Route 59 and Aurora Avenue.

The Starved Rock area in the Illinois Valley is home to many breweries, including those in Utica, Ottawa and Princeton.

From airplane- and train- themed restaurants to a retro cafe and more, here are some restaurants the whole family will love.

A staple in the downtown Downers Grove restaurant community has closed its doors after two decades

Anthony Pens, 27, and Alyssa Pens, 15 of Coal City both have heredity spastic paraplegia type 35, a disease is so rare that only 51 people in 19 families are documented in medical literature.

Uptown Grill is celebrating 40 years of business in downtown La Salle this month.

Two Streatorites reopened the West Side Cafe, 101 Armory Court, this week. Jeff and Ginger Walter opened the cafe Monday after it closed less than a year ago.

On June 1, the city of Marseilles recognized the Evola family for being in business for half a century, proclaiming the day as “Sam’s Pizza Day.”

The menu at Rivers Edge in Marseilles is Italian inspired with popular menu items including firecracker shrimp and their Brussels sprouts appetizer, the owners said.

Northern Illinois offers a vibrant international food scene ready to tantalize your taste buds.

A family-owned Savarino’s Pizza is closing the doors on its Shorewood location on Sunday.

Bradley and the operator of the nearly 7,700-square-foot restaurant and bar complex at the Bradley 315 Sports Park have come to terms on a lease, with a targeted opening set for the week of June 23.

A complete makeover transformed the former village hall building into the new breakfast and lunch restaurant, which soon will add a dinner menu for evening service. A free monthly breakfast for veterans is one of the special perks.

May is National Burger Month, and National Burger Day is May 28. Here's a list of award-winning burgers in the suburbs, DeKalb and Illinois Valley.

Sam’s Pizza is hosting a block party Sunday to celebrate 50 years.

Bolingbrook’s CosMc’s will close in late June, less than 2 years after opening with much hype, McDonald’s said in a statement.

The Patio is planning to construct a new 8,000 to 9,000-square restaurant “from the ground up” at 250 E. Maple St. in New Lenox,

Cravers in Lockport offers “authentic Gyro delights” and “crispy beef” options on a plentiful menu.

The Lockport City Council granted final permission for the construction of a Wendy's restaurant near I-355.

The beloved taco and tequila bar opens its seventh Chicagoland location, serving up margaritas, tacos and non-stop vibes with a private event space and two expansive patios. 

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.

A new Italian restaurant focusing on fresh pasta, wine and bringing a culinary twist to classic Italian dishes and drinks is opening at the former JJ’s Pub in Ottawa.

McDonald's, a Chicago-based fast food chain, has a new location coming to the intersection of Plank Road and Route 23 in northern Sycamore.

Ottawa‘s Iniga Pizzeria is planning to open a second location in DeKalb.

Charro Taco Mexican Restaurant will soon reopen in Ladd following 2023 fire.

Catch-a-Cajun, the food truck from the owners of the shuttered Cajun Connection of Utica, will not return this summer.

The restaurant is located near The Hampton Social in South Barrington, and offers everything from 'elevated' bar food to unique appetizers, steak, seafood and more.

Here's where you can find award-winning BBQ in DeKalb, Kane, Kendall and McHenry counties and the Illinois Valley. National Barbecue Day is Friday, May 16.

Designed to feel like a Rocky Mountain Wyoming escape, Lazy Dog’s warm interior will be complete with lodge-inspired furnishings, ledge stone and artwork reminiscent of the Cowboy State.

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.

You don't need to travel to the Big Apple to find New York-style pizza here in Illinois. Check out our list of suburban pizzerias that serve the ultra-thin-crust delicacy.

The popular Italian restaurant pizza bar will open its seventh location this summer at the Lombard shopping destination.

Bluegrass Burger Bash Day at The Curator's Cafe in Joliet features a grass-fed bluegrass burger from Hauert Farms in Elwood along with live music from 5 to 7 p.m.

Check out these northern Illinois restaurants known for their burgers. From McHenry County to the Illinois Valley and everywhere in between, we've got you covered with a variety of places to try during National Burger Month.