Asadoras Argentinas Burgers in Oswego closed its doors on April 23. The restaurant sold gourmet Argentinian-style burgers along with steak and chicken sandwiches.

The next time you're exploring Starved Rock State Park or one of other state parks, check out these delectable dining destinations in the area.

Olive Garden will be the first sit-down national chain restaurant in the Kendall Marketplace, according to the city.

The Village of New Lenox said it will soon see four additional new businesses open this summer.

Owning and operating a food truck is more than simply pulling up to an event and selling food. Joe Zolecki, owner of Smokin’ Z BBQ and Cookin’ Z Kitchen, said food trucks are “getting hit left and right with increased fees."

The former Little Owl, in a historic building in downtown Geneva, is under new ownership and in search of a new tenant.

The pre-built exterior wall of 7 Brew coffee are in place, but coffee is not yet brewing.

A grand reopening and ribbon cutting were held May 29 for The Blackstone Bar & Grill in Rochelle.

At five, it thrives: Five years after opening, Candlelight Inn's location at Lake Carroll has found its footing – built on staff, service and a tight-knit community.

Joliet Junior College recently grew its apprenticeship program by expanding its partnership with Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet’s Head Start program that offers childcare and education services on JJC’s Main Campus.

The ribbon-cutting for LongHorn Steakhouse will take place at 2 p.m. on Monday at 16329 S. Boulevard Place, Plainfield.

The Oswego Village Board this week approved a $232,716 revolving loan and a $40,000 economic development incentive award for Billy Bricks of Oswego LLC.

The owners of AteaCo Coffee & Tea had two years at the McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes and are now opening their own tea and coffeeshop on Riverside Drive.

The new restaurant brings waterfront dining, live music and coastal cuisine to the Illinois Valley area.

Sidecar Supper Club prides itself on its high-end pub fare made from scratch using many locally sourced ingredients, along with a large variety of craft beer.

Older adults and neighbors are invited to a special ribbon-cutting and registration event from 1 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday at 1701 N Larkin Ave, Suite 316, Crest Hill.

7 Brew Coffee specializes in serving premium espresso-based coffee, chillers, teas, infused energy drinks, sodas and smoothies.

The new Crystal Lake location opened Friday, May 22. Owner Erdene Sainnyambu is also in talks to open a DeKalb location.

The owners blamed a fryer for starting the January fire, which caused an estimated $100,000 in smoke and water damage to the downtown Plainfield restaurant.

Owners Megan Gassaway and Britton Brooks have redesigned the back patio, updated the stage and sound system and are bringing more entertainment to the area.

Geneva Wine Cellar & Tasting Room held a grand opening last week at 227 S. 3rd St., just a few months after the business’ previous owner had closed the establishment in February.

Enjoy waterfront dining at these restaurants along beautiful rivers and lakes in northern Illinois this season.

Southern chicken chain opened its first Illinois restaurant in Plainfield in January. Now plans Joliet location in former Wendy's spot on Larkin Avenue.

The Manteno Chamber of Commerce presented six awards at its annual dinner and awards banquet.

As Shorewood experiences "its strongest wave of single-family lot development," the village is also developing traditional mixed-use buildings and considering a proposal for a four-story, multi-family home.

Elburn's Heritage Prairie Farm will host five farm dinners in 2026.

The updated lakeside dining destination introduces refreshed design, elevated menu and expanded entertainment offerings.

The Tee Box's menu offers family recipes, made from scratch using local meat and produce.

Joliet city officials did not revoke any licenses or permits for Anthony’s Restaurant and Pub, which announced its permanent closure less than a week after a nearby fatal shooting.

Steve Buresh said several factors contributed to his decisions to close both Plainfield stores. Buresh is now making plans to support the community in new ways.

Treat mom to a concert or mini-golf this Mother's Day on Sunday, May 10.

Oswego village trustees Tuesday unanimously approved an economic development incentive award for EJ Vision LLC, which owns the property.

Leaning into lighter, seafood-driven fare, new additions to the menu include an asparagus and prosciutto salad, with burrata and truffle honey mustard, and grilled prawn toast on brioche.

Plainfield plan commissioners are set to review plans for Dutch Bros. Coffee, which wants to build an approximately 1,000-square-foot cafe on a vacant piece of land south of Route 30 and west of Spangler Road.

Local bars and restaurants are celebrating Cinco de Mayo with food and drink specials.

The Tequila Dinner is Thursday, May 7, and the Spring Wine Tasting event is Saturday, May 9.

Those seeking one last look at Bradley's longstanding Red Lobster restaurant had better head in that direction as demolition is slated to begin.

The menu offers beef brisket, chicken & waffles, pulled pork and southern classics like fried okra.

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10.

From dart leagues to half-pound burgers, a Shannon bar and grill has become a place where newcomers are treated like regulars – where the jukebox jumps genres and customers often feel like family.

Economic problems forced the owners of Piggy’s to close the restaurant’s doors at the end of March. They started a GoFundMe page to create a food truck business.

Chef Paul Virant brings his specialty, the Vistro Burger, to The Graceful Ordinary, St. Charles’ riverside dining destination.

Hundreds gathered for a tribute to Ron Moore, the former longtime owner of the Root Beer Stand on Saturday, April 25, 2026 in Oglesby. Moore passed away on Wednesday. A root beer shot and moment of silence was held for Moore during the event. The restaurant also held its first Kick-Off Car Cruise of the season. Donations from the cruise helped fund the Kids Hot Rod Camp held June 15-19 at "The Rock" Walnut Community Bible Church in Walnut. The camp is open to kids ages 12-17.

The Oswego restaurant sold gourmet Argentinian style burgers along with steak and chicken sandwiches.

State Street Restaurant was known for its wide variety of sandwiches, including hot and cold subs, paninis, hot dogs, poor boys, burgers and wraps.

America’s Best Restaurants is a national media firm focused on highlighting independent restaurants. America’s Best Restaurants was at the restaurant on April 21 to film an episode for its YouTube channel.

The wood-fired pizza restaurant and its Moo Joe’s ice cream shop is opening in a vacant building at 5 S. Madison St., next door to Freddie’s Off the Chain restaurant and across Jefferson Street from the Oswego Public Library.

The new Guzman Y Gomez restaurant will be located on South Route 59 in Naperville, and will open later this year.

Officers will be in the restaurant, in the drive-thru and on the rooftop asking for donations to support Special Olympics of Illinois.

The restaurant opened in the former Crab Boil 59 space at 15507 S. Illinois Route 59 in 2023. It had previously been located in Oswego.