Lake Roots Will Open Soon In Crystal Lake

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL — Lake Roots, a new cafe and curated market, will open soon in Crystal Lake.

The business is moving into the former Mr. A's Italian Beef in Crystal Lake at the corner of Route 14 and Dole Avenue. City officials approved a proposal for the business during city council and planning and zoning commission meetings in 2023.

In addition to the Mr. A's property, Lake Roots acquired two adjacent properties, which were rezoned from residential to commercial. The addition onto the shuttered Mr. A's building is planned for behind the existing building, and a patio area is proposed for "farther behind along Dole Avenue," according to city documents filed last year.

According to city officials, the business, which includes a cafe, curated market and lively bar, will open soon. An opening date has not yet been set but should be announced soon, according to an update the Lake Roots Facebook page.

More updates can be found on the Lake Roots Facebook page.