2013 Travel Guide
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Chapin's Restaurant
Chapin's is an upscale, casual restaurant located in the heart of Morris's historic Downtown. Atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Menu offers a wide selection of fine steaks and seafood, as well as fresh salads, vegetarian dishes, and scrumptious desserts. Enjoy a cappuccino or glass of wine in front of the fireplace late in the evening. Come in a stranger and leave as a friend. Traditional olde world ambiance.
CITY: Morris
12 - 14
Windmill City Festival
Windmill City Festival has long been a staple of the community and has become a tradition for many families. This 3 day event includes a carnival, 5k race, pet parade, and an ice cream eating contest. Every member of the family is sure to find a new favorite activity! This year's festival will be held Friday, July 12 through Sunday, July 14 at the Riverwalk in downtown Batavia. Admission is free.
CITY: Batavia
13 - 16
PrairieFest
Celebrating our 25th Anniversary, this festival is attended by approximately 50,000 during the course of the weekend. PrairieFest events are held throughout Oswego with the main festival grounds located at PrairieFest Park, 91 Plank Road. The event features main stage entertainment, children's performers, expo village, petting zoos, pony rides, camel rides, children's activities, parade, bed races, touch a truck event and more. There is no gate admission. The event is free, compliments of our generous business sponsors.
CITY: Oswego
27 - 28
Aurora Puerto Rican Heritage Festival
This festival is more than music and food, it is the celebration of Puerto Rican heritage. Traditional Puerto Rican music attracts island traditionalists, while the more modern music entertains the youth. The festival is a family event providing a social atmosphere for families to mingle and enjoy authentic foods while allowing time for the kids to play games. The main focus is the parade which provides an opportunity for the Puerto Rican community and friends to celebrate its culture.
CITY: Aurora
14 - 15
Blues on the Fox
The 17th Annual Blues on the Fox is the City of Aurora's annual festival that celebrates the city's rich history of the Blues. In the late 1930's literally hundred's of Blues recordings were made in Aurora's downtown at the Sky Club at the top of the Leland Hotel. Join us at RiverEdge Park to experience six amazing blues music acts over one incredible weekend.
CITY: Aurora
3
Kidzfest
Kidzfest is held on the first Saturday of August from 10am until 3pm each year. The event includes many types of interactive, educational and fun activities sponsored by a variety of vendors, i.e. Lewis University Kids Campus, Joliet Park District, Rialto Square Theatre, the Library, the Forest Preserve District and numerous other vendors planning special activities for kids. Food and entertainment provided.
CITY: Joliet
Heron Point
DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Meeting facility located conveniently next door to the Quality Inn & Suites in Lombard.
CITY: Lombard
BAPS-Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Experience peace and enjoy hours of discovery at Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir. This traditional Hindu Mandir (or temple) is a masterpiece of exotic design and workmanship.
CITY: Bartlett
LaQuinta Inn
Featuring 99 spacious guest rooms. Continental deluxe breakfast, indoor pool, hot tub, and exercise room Meeting spaces available. Wirelss high speed internet. Pets are welcome.
CITY: Bolingbrook
Wildwood
Wildwood features upscale American cuisine that includes oak-grilled steaks and chops, fresh seafood, poultry, pasta and vegetarian dishes. Enjoy your dining experience in the warmly-decorated dining room, the spacious outdoor courtyard overlooking the Dodson Place water garden, or in the Wildwood lounge. Or just stop by to sample our extensive martini selection, wine by the glass and specialty beer offerings.
CITY: Geneva
Geneva Green Market
The Geneva Green Market promotes local, organic and sustainable-produced products from local artisan farmers and producers who provide freshness, biodiversity, the highest quality food and the basis of regional cuisine. Geneva Green Market is an educational forum for consumers to learn the uses and benefits of quality, locally grown or prepared food products. This is designed to establish an appreciation of nutritional values of produce and to provide more flavor, freshness and variety of locally grown product. Held every Thursday, 7am to 1pm, June through October.
CITY: Geneva
Magnum's Prime Steakhouse
DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - A Mecca for steak aficionados - offers a varied menu including lobster and fresh seafood. Serving casual lunches, dinners filled with ambience and elegant customized banquets. Find out why we're a favorite!
CITY: Lombard
Sep 22
Oak Brook Polo
Polo has been played for more than 80 years at the historic Oak Brook Polo Grounds and everyone is invited to come out and watch the exciting "game of kings!" Polo is an exciting team sport played on a large grass field. Players on horseback attempt to score by driving a small ball into the opposing team's goal using a long-handled wooden mallet. The Oak Brook Polo Club has six match dates scheduled for 2013.
CITY: Oak Brook
Giordano's Oakbrook Terrace
Pioneer of the famous stuffed and equally renowned thin-crust pizza! Pastas, sandwiches and assorted fresh salads. Dine-in, delivery, carryout, catering and full service bar.
CITY: Oakbrook Terrace
16 - 18
Smallville Superfest
This festival celebrates the spirit of everyone's favorite SuperHero and what he stands for. Warner Brothers and DC Comics chose Plano, IL to represent “Smallville” in the 2013 Superman movie "Man of Steel", a special place where a certain “super hero” came to Earth and spent his childhood days. It was here in Smallville that a “mild-mannered” boy learned the value of Truth, Justice, and the American Way.
CITY: Plano
Trellis Farm & Garden
Your local Purina Feed Dealership offering the best in equine, small animal and wild bird needs. The new face of feed, seed and urban gardening.
CITY: St. Charles
21 - 22
Summer Solstice Indie Music and Craft Beer Festival
"Summer Solstice", the ultimate pairing of ground to glass brewed beverages and independent minded musicians on the cusp of greatness. The scenic Fox River will serve as the backdrop for this unique event in historic downtown Yorkville.
CITY: Yorkville
Paramount Arts Centre and Copley Theatre
This historic landmark theatre offers affordable, live entertainment, comedy, concerts, dance and family shows. Group discounts/theatre rentals; perfect for meetings, performances, fundraisers and banquets.
CITY: Aurora
Nancy's Pizza
Award Winning Pizza served in 4 crusts - 2 1/2' stuffed, 1 1/2" stuffed Lite, Original Thin, Super Thin. Also serving Appetizers, Salads, Pasta and Sandwiches. Pick Up - Delivery - Catering. Open Daily 10 AM. Complete menu available.
CITY: Bolingbrook
House of Fireplaces
Fireplaces, glass doors, gas logs, tool sets, screens, and related accessories.
CITY: Elgin
The Walnut Speakeasy
Sophisticated yet casual atmosphere. Full menu with an impressive beer list, food served till midnight.
CITY: Elgin
Bennigan's
Where Irish Hospitality means that pours and portions are a little more generous. Crowd-pleasing menu selections are varied and unique and the answer Ida,ways O'YES!! Bennigan's American Fare, Irish Hospitality!
CITY: Elgin
Cradles & All
Unique children's furniture store specializing in bedding and accessories from baby through teen. Gift items, custom orders and baby shower registry available.
CITY: Geneva
Slovenian Women's Heritage Museum
This museum was established to preserve ethnic Slovenian heritage and honor the immigrants who settled the Joliet area.
CITY: Joliet
Friacos Mexican Restaurant
Best authentic homemade mexican food in Will County. Family atmosphere. Mondays kids eat free. Tuesdays half priced margaritas. Sunday Special $2 bottled beer.
CITY: Joliet
Nature Education & Ski Center
This environmental education and cross country ski center is dedicated to educating the public while protecting and restoring our natural environment.
CITY: Lemont
Buca di Beppo
DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Recipes enjoyed for generations in villages across Italy inspire our menu, giving Buca di Beppo its authentic Italian flare. Experience the Italian traditions of food, friendship and hospitality. Dishes are served family style and are meant to be shared.
CITY: Lombard
Piazza, Hyatt Lodge
Relish the unparalleled lake views and premier Italian cuisine served in a casually elegant atmosphere with an extensive wine selection from all over the world.
CITY: Oak Brook
Wildfire - Oak Brook
Wildfire transports you to the aura of a 1940s dinner club complete with vintage jazz music, style and warmth. Try one of our signature dishes and be amazed. No matter the occasion, jazz up your party in one of our private or semi-private dining spaces.
CITY: Oak Brook
Wine & Cheese by TCC
A fine wine & artisan cheese shop, wine bar and gourmet cafe offering wine tastings twice a week. Open Monday 10:00am-7:00pm, Tuesday 10:00am-9:00pm, Thursday-Saturday 10:00am-10:00pm and Sunday Noon - 5:00pm. See our website for more details.
CITY: Plainfield
East Side Pub
Neighborhood sports bar and grill. Serving standard pub fare. Daily drink specials. NFL Sunday ticket. Worldwide sports programming.
CITY: St. Charles
Corfu Restaurant
Family-style dining with sandwiches, soups and salads. Greek and Italian dishes a specialty. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
CITY: St. Charles
Norton Farm
Open May through October, the farm offers home-grown produce and fruits, flowers and bedding plants, and a petting zoo. Visit Norton Hollow October 1-31 for free hayrides, a straw maze and a corn tunnel.
CITY: St. Charles
McNally's Irish Pub
McNally's is an authentic traditional Irish pub. We feature Irish and contemporary live music sessions Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Beer garden, Irish and American food in a casual dining atmosphere. Breakfast served on weekends.
CITY: St. Charles
St. Charles Heritage Center
See rotating exhibits of St. Charles history, including Civil War artifacts, local industry and other fascinating items.
CITY: St. Charles
Nuova Italia
Breathtaking dining experience in classic, 160 year old church. Serving authentic Italian food. Dine in & carry out. We also offer catering for all your special occasions.
CITY: St. Charles
Schingoethe Center For Native American Cultures
Located on the scenic campus of Aurora University, the center features a rotating collection of historic and contemporary Native American arts and crafts, along with artifacts from indigenous peoples stretching from the Woodlands to the Pacific Nothwest.
CITY: Aurora
Merichka's
Since 1933, the Zdralevich family has offered great steaks, chicken, seafood & sandwiches in a casual dining atmosphere. Open Monday - Saturday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM and Sunday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM. We welcome groups and have banquet facilities for up to 120.
CITY: Crest Hill
Tivoli Theatre
Current movies with bargain prices in a beautifully restored French Renaissance 1920s movie theatre. Over 1,000 seats and Dolby Sound.
CITY: Downers Grove
North Beach - Downers Grove
Sports bar featuring sand volleyball, bowling, billiards and more in a tropical setting. Perfect for parties, banquets and events.
CITY: Downers Grove
Ashyana Banquets
Ashyana Banquets is the premier venue for groups of 50 to 1,000 people and also features a private dining restaurant. Easy access from major highways and airports. Conveniently located close to shopping, golf courses and attractions.
CITY: Downers Grove
Prime BurgerHouse
You want a better burger? Than build it yourself at Prime BurgerHouse. Choose from a variety of toppings that range from the traditional to the exotic. Feel like something more intoxicating? Try one of Prime's sexy signature cocktails or specialty beers.
CITY: Elgin
Grand Victoria Buffet
If you believe what they say about variety, visit the Grand Victoria Buffet. You'll have an overwhelming selection of entrees, salads and desserts from which to choose. Bring your appetite!
CITY: Elgin
Nick's Pizza & Pub
Toss the shells of our complimentary peanuts on the ground while enjoying our fabulous pizza and sandwiches. Perfect for families!
CITY: Elgin
Village Pizza & Pub
Family Dining & Cocktails. Serving the Fox River Valley for over 30 years. Home of the double decker pizza & famous for our thin crispy crust.
CITY: Elgin
Fiora's Restaurant
Located in one of Geneva's most picturesque Historic Landmark Buildings, Fiora's serves a splendid selection of fine wine and European-influenced American Cuisine.
CITY: Geneva
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
Syl's Restaurant & Lounge
Fine dining specializing in prime rib, steaks, fresh seafood, chicken, ribs, and chops. Private dining rooms available. Specialize in serving groups. Menu information on website. Dinner M-Th 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM, F-S 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Sun 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Dinner For Two Specials Sun-Thurs $22.95, Fri & Sat $31.95 Ask for "Dinner for Two Special Menu"
CITY: Joliet
Final Cut Steakhouse at Hollywood Casino
From premium and prime selections of beef to succulent seafood and an incredible selection of wine, enjoy state-of-the-art preparation and exceptional service.
CITY: Joliet
PC’s Pancake Café
Serving the greatest breakfast or lunch in the southwest burbs. Serving oven baked omelets, oven baked pancakes, the thickest cut bacon and our own special blend of Kona Coffee. We are 1/8 mile east off the I-355 tollway and 127th st interchange. Open daily from 7am-2pm.
CITY: Lemont
Water's Edge, Hyatt Lodge
Versatile casual dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including a deli stand, a variety of hot and cold entrees, a grill fresh salad bar and dessert bar.
CITY: Oak Brook
Have To Have
Have to Have carries women's clothing sizes 0-14, Miss Me Jeans, shoes, jewelry, purses and gifts. Open Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturdays 10:00am-5:00pm and Sundays Noon-4:00pm. Closed Mondays.
CITY: Plainfield
Lin's Garden Chinese Restaurant
Casual and fine dining serving authentic Mandarin, Szechwan, & Cantonese Chinese food. Voted for best Asian Cuisine in Kane County. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Great selection of dinner and carry out items. Sunday buffet is highly recommended.
CITY: St. Charles
La Vita
Fine cigars, gourmet coffee, boutique wine. Featuring the #1 coffee imported from Italy. Largest cigar selection in the Midwest.
CITY: St. Charles
Panache Etcetera Inc
Boutique -- home accessories, antiques, furniture, jewelry, apparel, bath and body.
CITY: St. Charles
Angel Kisses of St. Charles
Religious articles, baptism gifts, books, exquisite angel and religious figurines.
CITY: St. Charles
Rox City Grill
Rox City Grill is located inside Hotel Baker in the heart of Downtown St. Charles. Their menu is American Cuisine and features a large variety of appetizers.
CITY: St. Charles
Primrose Farm
This 1930s living history farm features a farmhouse, barns, livestock, farm discovery trails, fruit orchard, garden plots and a picnic pavilion.
CITY: St. Charles
Gabby's Kitchen
Family dining at its best! Great family restaurant with reasonable prices.
CITY: St. Charles
Mr. Samurai Steakhouse
Authentic Japanese steakhouse, fresh sushi bar, hibachi grill and bar, tepan-yaki chef prepares right at your table.
CITY: St. Charles
William Beith House
An 1850 limestone Greek Revival home restored and developed as a preservation study house.
CITY: St. Charles
Charm Thai Restaurant
A unique combination of Thai cuisine and sushi bar. Cozy setting, great for families.
CITY: St. Charles
Waubonsee Community College
College campus has interpretive trails with with prairie grasses, native plants and animals.
CITY: Sugar Grove
Taylor Street Pizza - Wasco
Just 7 minutes west of downtown St. Charles in Wasco. Open daily. Delivery available.
CITY: Wasco
Paramount Arts Center
A lovingly restored Art Deco movie palace that represents live entertainment by national performers, plays, Vegas-style shows, tours, Broadway musicals and other special events.
CITY: Aurora
SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge
128-room, all-suite hotel. Complimentary hi-speed wireless Internet, breakfast, laundry facility, indoor heated pool, fitness center, business center, dataport telephones. Free shuttle service. Conveniently located at I-55 & County Line Road.
CITY: Burr Ridge
National Shrine of St. Therese/Carmelite Visitors Center
The national shrine of St. Therese, "the little flower," the best collection of relics and memorabillia of St. Therese outside of france and a religious shop/bookstore.
CITY: Darien
Lord's Park Pavilion
Home of the Elgin Public Museum, the park includes a petting zoo and the Family Aquatic Center.
CITY: Elgin
Villa Verone
We have been offering you a taste of Italy for over 14 years. Come discover or rediscover the charms of Italy and Mamma's good cooking.
CITY: Geneva
The Little Traveler (Restaurants)
Dine in the Atrium Cafe or at the Victorian Buffet Luncheon served daily in the store's Antique Department where you will enjoy fresh entrees and delicious desserts elegantly served on silver, china and imported antique dishes.
CITY: Geneva
The Little Traveler - Geneva
This historic mansion features 36 rooms filled with treasures from around the world and a history over 80 years in the making.
CITY: Geneva
Artemisia Home & Interior Decorating
A unique blend of antiques and elements. Unusual artisan works and uncommon finds including one-of-a-kind jewelry and accessories.
CITY: Geneva
Geneva French Market
The Geneva French Market is held every Sunday May-October in the parking lot at the Metra Station in downtown Geneva. Offering fresh produce, fine textiles, fresh baked goods, and unqiue gifts, the French Market is a great place for a Sunday stroll.
CITY: Geneva
Tallgrass Restaurant
Modern French cuisine. Located in an 1895 historic building - Celebrating 30 Years! Open for dinner Wednesday - Sunday. Reservations required. AAA Four Diamond Award Winner - 17th year in a row.
CITY: Lockport
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Our obsession with beer is legendary, yet our passion for great food runs just as deep. Every inspired recipe reflects the artistry and love that makes the Rock Bottom experience unlike any other.
CITY: Lombard
Windy City Grill
is the place in Will County for Chicago Style Sandwiches! Serving beef sandwiches, Hot Dogs, Gyros, Burgers, Chicken and Ice Cream. Open daily 10:30am- 9:00pm delivery and catering available.
CITY: Romeoville
Wagner's Memorial Museum
This museum has more than 10,000 items that tell the local history of Sandwich, Plano and the Somonauk area. See displays on the Sandwich Antiques Market, barbed wire, Native American tribes, machinery and more.
CITY: Sandwich
Salerno's on the Fox Restaurant
For 35 years, when you spoke of great pizza, you were speaking of Salerno's. To continue the tradition, Salerno's offers authentic Italian favorities from family recipes.
CITY: St. Charles
House of Tokyo
An authentic Japanese restaurant with a floating sushi boat and hibachi tables. Open daily for lunch and dinner.
CITY: St. Charles
Town House Books
Independent book store in 1853 Greek revival townhouse, housing thousands of titles for all ages.
CITY: St. Charles
Dawn's Beach Hut
Dawn's Beach Hut features a cozy, fun and relaxed Florida Keys tropical atmosphere and music. They specialize in frozen tropical drinks, cold beer, Jambalaya, pizza, brats, shrimp cocktail and more. It's always summertime fun at Dawn's Beach Hut.
CITY: St. Charles
Thai Zie Noodles and Bar
Authentic Thai food located downtown, featuring a unique menu such as Nam prik kapi & North Eastern Thai.
CITY: St. Charles
Arcedium Coffeehouse
Authentic Coffeehouse. On site coffee roasting; complete line of specialty coffee drinks; sandwiches; soup; pastries; meeting room available. Banquet space available for 20 people.
CITY: St. Charles
Vino Thai's
At Vino Thai, you'll discover the best of Thai cuisine, the freshness of carefully selected ingredients, the warm welcome, attentive service and an unforgettable experience.
CITY: St. Charles
Sushi Yama Japanese Restaurant & Grill
We invite you to try the finest Japanese cuisine in the western suburbs. Our chefs create beautiful and taste-tantalizing sushi.
CITY: St. Charles
Taste of Himalayas
Very unique and authentic nepali restaurant and bar. Come and enjoy our lunch buffet 7 days and dinner ala carte.
CITY: St. Charles
Harvest at Pheasant Run
Located in the unique and fitting setting of a stylishly renovated barn, Harvest offers traditional regional cuisine with outstanding steaks and seafood, extraordinary game selections and seasonal dishes inspired by fresh ingredients available in local markets. The extensive bar not only features a wine list including outstanding vintages from Napa and Sonoma and unique selections from regional wineries. We will gladly suggest wine pairings to enhance your experience. Or try a refreshing fruit infused martini. Reservations encouraged.
CITY: St. Charles
Consignment Gallery
We consign and sell new and used upscale quality brand name furniture, accessories and art. Because of our growth, we are now offering residential and commercial staging and offer an estate sale service.
CITY: St. Charles
Pizzeria Neo
An authentic Neapolitan Pizzeria offering the aroma of wood burning ovens cooking the freshest ingredients with a vibrant modern atmosphere and unique Italian wines.
CITY: St. Charles
Il Giardino Del Dolce
Authentic Italian desserts, specialities and cafe'. Pizza, sandwiches, Italian Gelato available eat-in or carry-out. Dinner items available for carryout until 6pm.
CITY: St. Charles
E & S Fish Company, Inc.
Finest seafood and service. Freshly made seafood while you wait. Eat in or carry out.
CITY: St. Charles
Charm Thai
Charm Thai is a unique combination of a Thai food restaurant and Sushi bar. The setting is cozy and great for families. It is a place where people can come and enjoy a leisurely meal, and sit and talk awhile.
CITY: St. Charles
Honey Hill Orchard - Waterman
A visit to Honey Hill Orchard gives families a chance to spend time on the farm enjoying autumn. We have apples, cider, pumpkins, petting zoo, and more. Open mid-August through October
CITY: Waterman
Heritage Prairie Farm
Open year-round, market is home to a variety of products including raw and infused honey, seasonally, organically grown produce. Fresh, local produce such as milk, eggs and meats. A great place for a wedding or any other social event.
CITY: Elburn
