New Costco Could Open, State's 10 Best Restaurants: IL Business News

ILLINOIS — A grateful mayor gave thanks, announcing that a new Costco could soon by coming to one suburb.

Meanwhile, OpenTable unveiled diners' top 10 Illinois eateries, while another suburb celebrated the opening of an Italian restaurant in a historic downtown building.

Here's a look at some of Illinois Patch's recent top business stories:

Costco Could Open In Suburb: Mayor Reveals Application

Wishing residents a happy Thanksgiving season, the mayor said he was "thankful to announce" that the chain had put in an application to build a new store in the city.

10 IL Restaurants Among Top 100 In U.S., According To New List

Ten restaurants in Illinois are among the top 100 on OpenTable, according to a new ranking based on reviews from diners who attest to their quality.

Bacteria In Toothpaste, Black Mold At Factory: What IL Customers Need To Know

The FDA issued a warning letter to the company about the "significant violations." Any Illinoisans who use the brand of toothpaste and have noticed a strange taste or smell from the product aren’t alone, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration, which recently detailed how bacteria was found in some of the company’s products and black mold was discovered at a facility.

New Italian Restaurant Moves Into Downtown Space

The new restaurant, whose name means "garden" in Italian, is a family-friendly, garden-inspired eatery that specializes in wood-fired pizzas and classic Italian dishes, such as bolognese and eggplant Parmesan. Giardino Trattoria is the second restaurant to open in the historic Hobbs Building, just a few months after Leilani Asian Fusion opened its doors in August.

'It's Time': Facing Early Parkinson's, Owner To Sell Treasured Shop

"This decision has been weighing on my heart for some time," the owner wrote on social media. "... I’ve done a lot of soul-searching since March of 2022. Priorities have shifted. My focus on time is more about family, my health, traveling while I’m physically able, and reducing stress."

'Great Fit': Gregorys Coffee Opening First IL Location

"We know the Chicago area is an unreal food city. With our track record of specialty coffee and delicious pastries, we felt it would be a great fit to our brand," Rene Puerta, director of marketing for Gregorys Coffee, tells Patch. "Many of our team members have been to the area for various industry events and love it."

Burrito Guacamole Opens At Former Jimmy K's

"Step into our colorful restaurant for a delightful food journey. Our menu features an array of options like tacos, burritos, tortas, guaraches, and quesadillas, all made with the freshest ingredients and crafted with love," the Burrito Guacamole website proclaims.