'Thank You!': Tinley Park's Rubino's Celebrates 30th Anniversary

TINLEY PARK, IL — A Tinley Park family staple is notching three decades in business—and counting.

On August 27, Rubino's Italian Imports, 16635 Oak Park Ave. in Tinley Park, will celebrate its 30th anniversary. The business has fulfilled Pat Rubino's lifelong dream to own an Italian Deli and Market.

As the Rubino family was in search for the perfect location, they decided on and nestled themselves in the heart of Tinley Park, on Oak Park Avenue. On Aug. 27, 1994, Rubino's opened their doors for business at 16740 Oak Park Ave.

"We’re so tremendously thankful to our customers, employees and the community," Rubino said.

Rubino previously reflected on the start of the business.

"We worked basically around the clock, all hands on deck, from Nonno Mario and Nonna Carmella in the kitchen from the rest of the family and friends elsewhere," Rubino told Patch.

The community came out and the Rubino family did what they do best—treat people like their family. Rubino's started in a 1000-square-foot building, quickly outgrew their location and moved into the what's now known as the Rubino Plaza located at 16635 Oak Park Ave.

"Today, we stand proud on our values of serving our community and the south suburbs for nearly three decades," the Rubino family said. "We want to once again extend our gratitude to our customers, employees, and family. The Rubino Family stands committed to our community, local organizations, and will always hold a deep root in Tinley Park."

Customers are invited to stop in on Tuesday, August 27 for a 30-year anniversary coffee mug, while supplies last.