The Junction Eating Place

The Junction Eating Place has coined the phrase "Make the Junction Eating Place your meeting place" in our 40+ years of professional experience. Major attention has been devoted to decor and culinary aspects, with an ever-changing menu featuring dishes made with regional foods! Excellent breakfast, great lunches, and pleasant dinners are available to diners, and we hope the output reflects our commitment to you! Once through our doorway, you will surely never be bored by the surroundings! Inside, guests are always greeted with a warming welcome, a rustic potbelly stove and an on-site train that adds to our guest's delight. Also, if you are seated in some parts of the dining area, you can see the guys at work over the cook fires! The restaurant design welcomes guests and we hope the great service seals the experience!

CITY: DeKalb

Tapalaluna Tapas Bar

A World Class tapas bar featuring an international cuisine and an exquisite array of spirits for your intimate enjoyment. Savor the flavors and enjoy a cozy atmosphere with friends. Eat light or eat all night its a treasured experience at Tapa La Luna in Downtown DeKalb.

CITY: DeKalb

Sow's Belly

Check out this great local establishment featuring delicious sandwiches & sides; gyros & hot dogs; Chicago style pizza.

CITY: Dixon

Maria's Italian Cafe

One of Rockford's longest standing, family-owned restaurants. Traditional pasta and pizza along with what some claim to be "Rockford's Best Steak." Specialities include many "off the menu" items and a fabulous Italian salad. Reservations recommended, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.

CITY: Rockford

Beef-A-Roo - Rock 'N' Roll South

Not a chain, but a Rockford Original cooking it just for you. Sandwiches are made to order and the sides, including baked potatoes, are delicious. Each area location has its own, distinct personality.

CITY: Rockford

Pokanoka's Restaurant

Pokanoka's Cafe is named after Cheif Shabbona's Wife. The cafe overlooks scenic Shabbona Lake with a magnificent view through very large glass windows. Try our famous Pokanoka Burger! We are now offering on the water delivery, just give the restaurant a call and we will deliver your meal to your boat! Come on in after your fishing trip for a cold beer or ice cream and watch your favorite sports team.

CITY: Shabbona

PJ's Courthouse Tavern

Located across the street from the Historic DeKalb County Courthouse. PJ's offers a friendly atmosphere, great food, cold drinks, and often has live entertainment for locals and visitors to enjoy. Come to one of their many events, or just on a regular night and create ever lasting memories! Enjoy some shopping in Sycamore's downtown shopping district before stopping in for a bite to eat.

CITY: Sycamore

Lukulos

Lukulos Restaurant has been serving the DeKalb area and feeding hungry Huskie's since 1987. Make sure to check out our massive menu serving anything from breakfast, lunch, dinner, and of course dessert! Lukulo's has been voted "DeKalb's Best Late Night Eatery" two years in a row. We have just about everything: salads, wraps, burgers, pizza, eggs, biscuits & gravy, beer nuggets, and so much more! You will just have to pay us a visit and try something off of our delicious menu.

CITY: DeKalb

Pizza Villa

For 52 years Pizza Villa has been crafting delicious pizza with their homemade dough. We use only fresh vegetables and get our sausage delivered daily. Don't want pizza? Try our excellent spaghetti and meat sauce. We also serve roasted chicken, sandwiches, broasted pork chops and barbecue spare ribs. Play some games in our arcade area while you wait for your pizza to be cooked! Party rooms and packages are also available.

CITY: DeKalb

Riccardi's Red Hots & Soda Fountain

Our goal at Riccardi's is to create a 50's style diner with friendly service, and "at home" feel and the best food in town. At Riccardi's Red Hots & Soda Fountain, we mix our own secret seasoning for our hamburgers, so you won't be able to find another burger that tastes as good as ours. Our chili is handmade and is some of the best chili you'll ever have. Did we mention the ice cream? We have scrumptious soft-serve vanilla ice cream and tons of toppings to choose from! We have a BYOB license and you are welcome to bring your own beer/wine if you are of age. We are also offering live music on the weekends, so stop in and check out the local talent!

CITY: Sycamore

Fushi Yami Hibachi n' Sushi

Authentic hibachi and sushi made fresh daily. Fushi Yami is located close to Northern Illinois Univeristy's Campus and offers great Japanese cuisine at an affordable price. Dine-in or take your meal to go and enjoy at home.

CITY: DeKalb

Hometown Sports Bar & Grill

Hometown Sports Bar & Grill located in DeKalb, IL offers a unique dining experience. Whether you’re a local in town or far from home our menu offers specialty sandwiches from cities all over the US. Come throw down for your Hometown by enjoying an authentic meal from a city of your choice and watch your favorite sports teams on one of our big screen TV’s!

CITY: DeKalb

The Brown Pub

The Brown Pub is a favorite hang out for college students and locals. Stop by and check us out anytime! We have a full lunch menu plus daily specials. We also offer the full menu for dinner with weekend specials. There is a fully stocked liquor store inside the bar.

CITY: Hinckley

Ski's All American Pub

Whether you're looking for good food, a great time with friends, or just hanging out in an all around exciting atmosphere, then you've come to the right place. You name the event and Ski's All American Pub is the place to be. "Come for the food, stay for the fun." Try one of our delicious pizzas or come in for our all you can eat fish fry! Relax in our beer garden, or play a few rounds of darts! A private party room is available for up to 50 guests.

CITY: Sycamore

Sycamore Parkway Restaurant

Craving that home cooked meal that mom use to make? Well chances are the Sycamore Parkway Restaurant can meet your expectations! If not, they are sure you will not leave hungry or dissastisfied. There is something to satisfy everyone's palate on their menu. This is a restaurant where you can fill up on delicious food, without emptying your wallet.

CITY: Sycamore

Towne Square Family Restaurant

Come on in to Towne Square and enjoy a nice meal in a friendly atmosphere. We offer everything from breakfast to dessert. Enjoy a tasty burger, or try one of our delightful sandwiches. Our menu is full of variety that is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

CITY: Sycamore

Nat's on Maple

Our restaurant features trendy comfort food where food and friends come together. Join us for lunch, dinner and private parties. Unique to the Nat's on Maple restaurant is our catering service. We cater all events including: luncheons, business meetings, graduations, holiday parties, weddings, bridal showers, and many more. We accept reservations for parties of 6 or more people. We also reserve Sundays for private parties of 25 people or more.

CITY: Sycamore

Flynnie's Diner

We serve a deliciously home-cooked meal that promises to never leave you hungry. We pride ourselves on our friendly service and fresh meals that are made to order. We are constantly adding new food items to our menu and have Flynnie’s apparel that you can purchase at our restaurant. All of our food is freshly prepared. Nothing is ever made ahead or frozen.

CITY: Dixon

Hink's Bar & Grill

Stop in today for lunch or dinner at Hink's Bar & Grill and receive true midwestern hospitality! Enjoy a nice meal, a cold drink, and a great atmosphere. Hink's is located within walking distance form Sycamore's downtown shopping district.

CITY: Sycamore

MVP Sports Club

We have drink specials every day of the week! Come in and see for yourself. Our specials are guarenteed to quench your thirst without breaking your wallet. Stop in to try our cuisine and treat your tastebuds to a vacation in paradise. Our menu is sure to satisfy even the mightest hungers! Host your next party or gathering on our outdoor patio or rooftop terrace! Or let us cater your next event!

CITY: Sycamore

Bea's Wok'n Roll

Bea's Wok'n Roll is a family restaurant that strives to conquer a variety of exotic and authentic Asian cuisine. Bea offers dining in, and take out.

CITY: DeKalb

Ginkgo Tree Cafe

With a focus on fresh, seasonal, made-from-scratch, healthy foods, this cafe serves breakfast and lunch, offering soup, salad and sandwiches. On Saturday evenings, live music is featured while you enjoy artisan pizza by the slice and you can bring your own beer & wine. We sell bulk tea, by the glass or by the pot. We have a certified herbal counselor, a massage therapist, fitness classes, meeting/party space for rent, and a gift shop featuring local crafters and artists.

CITY: Dixon