Restaurants & Bars

Sharko's Now Open In Glen Ellyn

The first Sharko's restaurant opened in West Chicago in 1956. Its newest location just opened on Roosevelt Road in Glen Ellyn.

A Sharko's BBQ location recently opened at 515 Roosevelt Rd. in Glen Elllyn. The family-owned eatery opened its first restaurant in Chicago in 1956.
A Sharko's BBQ location recently opened at 515 Roosevelt Rd. in Glen Elllyn. The family-owned eatery opened its first restaurant in Chicago in 1956. (Google Maps )

GLEN ELLYN, IL — Sharko's BBQ is now open at 515 Roosevelt Rd., in the space that was once home to That Burger Joint.

The family-owned restaurant specializes in barbecue and smoked meats. The menu features beef brisket, hand-pulled pork, mac and cheese and more. Bread and desserts are made in-house.

Sharko's also offers meat for purchase by the pound of half-pound. Catering is available, including a seasonal menu for Thanksgiving.

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Sharko's opened its first restaurant location in Chicago in 1956. Since then, they've added locations throughout the suburbs including Downers Grove and Naperville.

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