Opening Date Set For New Lenox Jack In The Box

NEW LENOX, IL — Opening date has been set for the New Lenox Jack in the Box, the latest in the Caliornia-based chain set to open in its return to the Chicago area.

The New Lenox location, 672 E. Lincoln Hwy, will open on Monday, Sept. 29, said Mayor Tim Baldermann, as well as Economic Development Coordinator Nancy Dye. Dye received word of the opening date from a manager at the location, both confirmed.

The much-anticipated New Lenox location will highlight the chain's growing presence amid its return to the Chicago area. Three other locations have already opening, including Tinley Park, Joliet, and Lake In The Hills. The Tinley Park location opened in late-August.

"So many people are excited," said Mayor Tim Baldermann, "and I’m sure they will be very successful."

The iconic California-based fast food brings its menu that features customer favorites like burgers, tacos, chicken sandwiches, milkshakes, breakfast and late-night snacking options. The new locations will offer dine-in, drive-thru, and mobile ordering options and will be open 24 hours.

It's been 40 years since the chain last operated in Chicago and Illinois; they hope to open 125 stores in the Chicago market. The new locations take over spaces formerly occupied by Arby's.

"This strategic expansion into Chicago allows us to not only satisfy long-standing customer demand for our brand, but also to become a key member in the region’s thriving restaurant scene," said Darin Harris, former CEO. "We’re excited to bring our unique menu where customers can order any item at any time—day or night and we’re confident Jack in the Box will quickly become a favorite local destination."

The chain currently has 2,160 restaurants across 22 states, according to its website. Other suburban locations include Naperville, Carol Stream and Countryside. Two additional franchisees are also set to expand into Chicago, the company said.