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Jibarito Time in Des Plaines Reopening Under New Ownership

In the Chicago area, jibarito sandwiches are not losing popularity anytime soon. Jibarito Time in Des Plaines at 935 E Oakton Street is now under new ownership following its recent closure. The concept has become a destination for Chicago-style plantain sandwiches. Business consultant Will Santiago told What Now Chicago the team is hoping to open in the next 30 days.

Des Plaines, IL · 1d
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LUME Nail Studio Concept Moving into Naperville Plaza

Appointments for a quick nail touch-up will soon be available in the suburb. The newest nail salon coming to Naperville is LUME, opening at 3027 English Rows #103 on the south end of the city. This is in a residential area of Naperville, close to Tamarack Golf Club. Construction is happening at the space, and owner Madina Shumbolova has not announced an opening date.

Naperville, IL · 1d
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Evanston musician Jason Narducy is back with more tales of rock ’n’ roll in ‘Mostly the Van’ part two

Jason Narducy would be the first to tell you that rock ’n’ roll stories are not all biting the heads off bats, snorting human ashes, setting hotel rooms on fire and having some intern pick out all the brown M&Ms in your dressing room. Sure, the Evanston-reared musician...

Evanston, IL · 1d
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Black McDonald’s Operators Bring Thanksgiving Relief to 3,000 Chicago-Area Families

As families across Chicago prepare for Thanksgiving amid rising household expenses, the Black McDonald’s Operators Association (BMOA) of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana is continuing its longstanding tradition of giving back to communities in need. Through its 26th annual Food for the Body & Spirit initiative, the organization plans to...

Chicago, IL · 1d
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Fifty50 Restaurant Group Building Cocktail Bar Concept in Andersonville

Andersonville is getting another bar addition, this time on the more upscale side. Sin & Tonic is the name of a new drink concept on the way to Andersonville, per a recent Block Club Chicago report. This is coming to 1481 W Berwyn Avenue, next to the iconic Devil Dawgs location. Fifty50 Group, which is managing the concept, is hoping to debut it in mid-December.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Lil Rel Howery’s comedy still carries the energy of Chicago’s West Side

From Crane High School to the national comedy stage, Howery reflects on the experiences that helped shape him The post Lil Rel Howery’s comedy still carries the energy of Chicago’s West Side appeared first on Austin Weekly News .

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Monster Memorabilia Covers Every Wall Of This Quirky Chicago Café Serving Comfort Food

I only stopped because I needed coffee, and I figured any counter with a cup would do. Then I looked up and found a room packed with monsters, glowing posters, and retro toys staring back at me from every corner. Illinois hides plenty of surprises in plain sight, but few...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Debra Collier’s Faculty, Students Attend National Dance Convention

Faculty and students from Debra Collier’s School of Dance in Warsaw recently attended the Chicago National Association of Dance Masters’ (CNADM) Workshop in Schaumburg, Ill. Studio owner and Artistic Director Kristina Collier, MDE, five faculty members and students ranging from novice to advanced participated in the two-day event,...

Warsaw, IN · 1d

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Michelin-Recommended Hattie B's Expands in Chicago and Sets Chattanooga Opening

Hot chicken isn't just a Nashville flex anymore — it's a growth strategy. And Hattie B's Hot Chicken, the family-owned fast-casual brand that helped turn Tennessee's spiciest export into a national obsession, is having a landmark month that proves the point. After earning its second consecutive nod in the...

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Win Tickets to the Miller Ultimate Tailgate – Chicago vs New Orleans!

Q-Rock 100.7 is teaming up with Miller Lite for your chance to win two tickets to see New Orleans take on Chicago this Sunday, November 22nd at Soldier Field. The winner receives two tickets for the Miller Lite Tailgate Party located in the South Terrace of the Field Museum which includes complimentary food and beverages from Molson Coors two hours before and one hour after the game. And two tickets to watch the football game from the Miller Lite Loft where it’s always Miller Time! Celebrate Responsibly!

Chicago, IL · 19h

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Dialtone Cafe Plans a Loop Coffee Bar and River North Wine Spot

Dialtone Cafe is lining up two more Chicago rooms, a coffee bar in the Loop and a cafe and wine bar in River North. The addresses are public. The opening dates are not. What Now Chicago reported Thursday that the coffee bar is planned for 200 N. LaSalle Street and the cafe and wine bar for 369 W. Grand Avenue. Opening dates have not been announced. The additions would join two Dialtone locations already open in the city. Onni Group owns the cafe.

Chicago, IL · 11h

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Guest essay: Bookends & Beginnings needs fresh beginning

Visitors to Bookends & Beginnings’ flagship store at 1620 Orrington Ave. frequently look around at our cozy packed bookshelves, our eclectic chandeliers, our colorful signature mural and all the magical little nooks and crannies upstairs and downstairs, and say, “What a beautiful bookstore.” I’ve also heard it called “the bookstore of my dreams” and “just like that cute little bookstore in You’ve Got Mail.”

Evanston, IL · 1d

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Restaurant closures hit popular Chicago hot dog chain known for its longtime local following

Chicago favorite Portillo’s plans to close several underperforming restaurants outside the Chicagoland area as it changes its approach to national expansion. The company announced the decision on November 5, 2026, following a review of its restaurant performance. Portillo’s expects to close approximately 5 to 9 locations, with most shutdowns...

Chicago, IL · 5d

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Experience The Italian Restaurant In Illinois That Has Kept Loyal Fans Coming Back For Years

If a restaurant can keep people coming back for years without changing what makes it great, that restaurant has figured out something most places never do. Tufano’s Vernon Park Tap in Chicago’s University Village neighborhood has figured it out, and the loyal fans who fill its tables are the living proof.

Chicago, IL · 6d

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We Ranked The 10 Best Breakfast Restaurants In The Chicago Area And Here Is Who Made The Cut

Free donut holes. Tiny boxes of Milk Duds. One Chicago diner has handed both to breakfast guests since 1958, and I honestly can’t decide which part delights me more. That sweet little tradition sent me hunting for more great Illinois breakfast spots. One suburban kitchen serves its waffles as a flight, like a sampler at a fancy tasting.

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Why Locals ADORE This Hot Dog Drive-In That’s Older Than McDonald’s in Chicago, Illinois

Open Sun–Thu, 11 AM–1 AM; Fri–Sat, 11 AM–2 AM. In May 1948, two newlyweds opened a summer hot dog drive-in in Chicago to help pay for college. 🌭. At Superdawg Drive-In, Chicago diners still pull into a carport, order through a speaker box and wait for a carhop’s tray on the car window.

Chicago, IL · 4d

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Chicago Rockford International Airport impacted by nationwide ground stop

Rockford, IL · 22h

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We Ranked The Best Barbecue In Illinois And These 7 Smokehouses Made The Cut

Two of the best barbecue joints in Illinois sit inside old train depots. I love that. Brisket and railroad history might be the most Midwestern pairing ever invented. The surprises keep stacking up from there. One Chicago spot has been a South Side standard for over 70 years. A small...

Illinois · 3d

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From Live Roaches to ‘Mold-Like’ Substance, the 10 Worst Restaurant Health Code Violations of the Week

Restaurants across the country have failed health inspections conducted by state or local departments over the past week

Chicago, IL · 1d