Algonquin Portillo's Set To Open To Public Next Week

ALGONQUIN, IL — Just in time for the holiday season, Portillo’s has announced that it will open its 46th Illinois location when its newest restaurant opens with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening on Tuesday in Algonquin.

The fast-casual eatery known for Chicago street food – specifically Italian beef sandwiches, Chicago-style hot dogs, and other local favorites – will open to the public at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the newest location, which is at 1801 S. Randall Rd.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for 10 a.m. and will feature Portillo’s VP of Restaurant Support, Michael Portillo. During the ceremony, Portillo’s will also present its charity partners, Boys & Girls Clubs of Dundee Township and Algonquin Lake in the Hills Interfaith Food Pantry, with a check.

Once open, guests can expect to enjoy Portillo’s signature menu items such as its Italian beef sandwiches, hot dogs, char-grilled burgers, and Portillo’s famous chocolate cake, officials said. The Algonquin location will be a 7,800-square-foot restaurant and features seating for more than 200 guests, between indoor seating and a seasonal outdoor patio, and double drive-thru lanes. Just as all other traditional Portillo’s, it will include a diner-themed interior, drawing inspiration from the 1950s and 1960s.

The Algonquin Portillo’s is the 81st store in the United States, the chain said.

Guests are invited to sign up for Portillo’s Birthday Club to receive the most up to date Portillo’s information. Fans who sign up also receive a slice of Portillo’s homemade chocolate cake on their birthday.