Check your ID: Firehouse Subs giving away free sandwiches to people with this name
Firehouse Subs is hosting a nationwide free sandwich giveaway on May 6 for customers who share a specific common name.
Firehouse Subs is hosting a nationwide free sandwich giveaway on May 6 for customers who share a specific common name.
Former Texas Chick-fil-A employee charged in $80K refund scheme using mac and cheese
A former Chick-fil-A employee was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $80,000 by using restaurant registers to issue hundreds of fraudulent macaroni and cheese refunds to his personal credit cards.
A former Chick-fil-A employee was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $80,000 by using restaurant registers to issue hundreds of fraudulent macaroni and cheese refunds to his personal credit cards.
How Dave Portnoy’s 7.5 review nearly tripled pizza sales at Almost Home Tavern | ChicagoNOW
After Barstool’s Dave Portnoy dropped a solid 7.5 on this Wrigleyville tavern-style, the game changed for Chef Josh Bushnick and his team at Almost Home Tavern. In this episode of Second Bite Pizza Review, we talk to Chef Josh to hear the "aftermath" of the Dave Portnoy review and give the kitchen a chance to respond.
After Barstool’s Dave Portnoy dropped a solid 7.5 on this Wrigleyville tavern-style, the game changed for Chef Josh Bushnick and his team at Almost Home Tavern. In this episode of Second Bite Pizza Review, we talk to Chef Josh to hear the "aftermath" of the Dave Portnoy review and give the kitchen a chance to respond.
Endless Shrimp: Red Lobster brings back deal after 2024 bankruptcy
The new Endless Shrimp promotion started Monday. Red Lobster did not say how much the deal would cost, and prices may vary by location.
The new Endless Shrimp promotion started Monday. Red Lobster did not say how much the deal would cost, and prices may vary by location.
Five Guys tops list of America’s best fast-food burgers. Do you agree? | ChicagoNOW
A new YouGov survey reveals where Americans go for their favorite fast-food burger, and the top spot may surprise you. Five Guys takes the lead, even as it ranks among the most expensive fast-food chains in the U.S. We break down the top five burger spots and what you can expect to pay at each.
A new YouGov survey reveals where Americans go for their favorite fast-food burger, and the top spot may surprise you. Five Guys takes the lead, even as it ranks among the most expensive fast-food chains in the U.S. We break down the top five burger spots and what you can expect to pay at each.
Chicago lands 3 James Beard Award finalist nominations
Chicago’s restaurant scene secured three James Beard Award finalist spots as the city prepares to host the prestigious ceremony at the Lyric Opera House this June.
Chicago’s restaurant scene secured three James Beard Award finalist spots as the city prepares to host the prestigious ceremony at the Lyric Opera House this June.
This Chick-fil-A offers free ice cream if families ditch phones at the table in push to unplug
A Chick-fil-A restaurant is offering families free ice cream if they put away their phones for their entire meal.
A Chick-fil-A restaurant is offering families free ice cream if they put away their phones for their entire meal.
Chicago City Council to vote on tipped wage credit, setting up possible clash with mayor
Chicago Ald. Samantha Nugent (39th) discusses a proposed move to restore the tipped wage credit and a potential veto showdown with Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Chicago Ald. Samantha Nugent (39th) discusses a proposed move to restore the tipped wage credit and a potential veto showdown with Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Politicians flock to Manny's Deli to celebrate combo of St. Patrick's Day and the primary election
Chicago's iconic Manny's Deli was packed with politicians on the day of the Illinois primary election and St. Patrick's Day.
Chicago's iconic Manny's Deli was packed with politicians on the day of the Illinois primary election and St. Patrick's Day.
What Chicago’s tip credit fight means for restaurants
Rebekah Paxton of the Employment Policies Institute discusses the push to freeze Chicago’s phaseout of the tipped wage credit. Supporters of the pause say the change could raise costs for restaurants, slow hiring and hurt workers, while city leaders weigh whether Chicago could face some of the same challenges seen in Washington, D.C.
Rebekah Paxton of the Employment Policies Institute discusses the push to freeze Chicago’s phaseout of the tipped wage credit. Supporters of the pause say the change could raise costs for restaurants, slow hiring and hurt workers, while city leaders weigh whether Chicago could face some of the same challenges seen in Washington, D.C.
Restaurants hit a price ceiling and look for new ways to cut costs
A new industry report finds many independent restaurants can’t keep raising menu prices, forcing operators to focus on cutting costs, staffing challenges, and changing dining habits.
A new industry report finds many independent restaurants can’t keep raising menu prices, forcing operators to focus on cutting costs, staffing challenges, and changing dining habits.
Taco Bell drops 20 new menu items — including dessert Crunchwrap | ChicagoNOW
Taco Bell just announced 20 new menu items at its Live Más Live gala — and confirmed Nacho Fries are staying on the menu permanently. New additions include Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets, Cheesy G Sliders, a Crème Brulee Crunchwrap, Mountain Dew Baja Midnight Pie and several Cantina favorites.
Taco Bell just announced 20 new menu items at its Live Más Live gala — and confirmed Nacho Fries are staying on the menu permanently. New additions include Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets, Cheesy G Sliders, a Crème Brulee Crunchwrap, Mountain Dew Baja Midnight Pie and several Cantina favorites.
Hamilton is back in Chicago — and there’s a themed happy hour to match | ChicagoNOW
Hit Broadway show “Hamilton” is back in Chicago for a limited run! We’re celebrating with The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar – they’ve got a special Hamilton-themed happy hour!
Hit Broadway show “Hamilton” is back in Chicago for a limited run! We’re celebrating with The Grillroom Chophouse & Wine Bar – they’ve got a special Hamilton-themed happy hour!
Five Guys is celebrating 40 years of burgers and fries with second BOGO offer
Five Guys has brought back the BOGO offer – the 40th After Party — running through Thursday, March 12.
Five Guys has brought back the BOGO offer – the 40th After Party — running through Thursday, March 12.
Chipotle offering one-hour BOGO on Friday the 13th for fans 'Tatted Like a Chipotle Bag'
Data shows that the price of burritos is up year-over-year, along with most restaurant staples. Friday, Chipotle fans can get a free burrito, but there's a catch.
Data shows that the price of burritos is up year-over-year, along with most restaurant staples. Friday, Chipotle fans can get a free burrito, but there's a catch.
AI, crypto, pro-Israel groups spend $18M in Illinois primaries | The Chicago Report
Several open Democratic primary races in Illinois are seeing huge sums of money spent by special interest groups, to the tune of more than $18 million, according to Axios.
Several open Democratic primary races in Illinois are seeing huge sums of money spent by special interest groups, to the tune of more than $18 million, according to Axios.
Pizza Di Farfalla: The New Lenox gem that Dave Portnoy drove 90 minutes for
Business is booming in New Lenox! After Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy traveled 90 minutes to give Pizza Di Farfalla a 7.9 rating, owner Giovanni Oriente says weekly orders have nearly doubled. Fox Chicago’s Gabriella Premus visits for a "Second Bite Pizza Review" to see what’s drawing the crowds.
Business is booming in New Lenox! After Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy traveled 90 minutes to give Pizza Di Farfalla a 7.9 rating, owner Giovanni Oriente says weekly orders have nearly doubled. Fox Chicago’s Gabriella Premus visits for a "Second Bite Pizza Review" to see what’s drawing the crowds.
New 12,000-square-foot Mediterranean restaurant planned for Chicago Riverwalk
A new pan-Mediterranean restaurant is set to open along the Chicago Riverwalk this spring.
A new pan-Mediterranean restaurant is set to open along the Chicago Riverwalk this spring.
Chipotle giving away free chips and queso -- here's when
Chipotle is celebrating National Tortilla Chip Day 2026 with a three-day promotion offering free chips and Queso Blanco.
Chipotle is celebrating National Tortilla Chip Day 2026 with a three-day promotion offering free chips and Queso Blanco.
The gift of food and community: Mahari in Hyde Park
"Experience Mahari: an award-winning restaurant serving diverse African diaspora cuisine and vibrant libations in Hyde Park," the restaurant's website states.
"Experience Mahari: an award-winning restaurant serving diverse African diaspora cuisine and vibrant libations in Hyde Park," the restaurant's website states.