Thursday, February 14, 2013
The locally-sourced menu at Harvest Room makes it unique in Palos Heights and a rarity in the south suburbs.
A big-city magazine has taken note of a Palos restaurant with a local focus. ChicagoMag.com, the website for Chicago Magazine, posted a blurb about Harvest Room, the newest addition to Palos Heights restaurant scene, and its locally-sourced, "nonindustrial-meats" menu. Palos Patch has featured Harvest Room from the time the restaurant owners approached the Palos Heights City Council for a liquor license to its grand opening celebration in January. Harvest Room is located at 7164 W. 127th St., Palos Heights. Want related news?
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Another Harlem Avenue spot ready for a tenant.
What would you like to see go in this spot on Harlem Avenue? It's located directly across from the new Lucano's Pizza and is just a stone's throw from Jewel. Join the conversation. Friend Palos Patch on Facebook and sign up for the daily email newsletter!
Monday, December 10, 2012
A corner location near Ridgeland and 135th is empty. What business could come to Palos Heights and take that spot?
An ice cream chain couldn't stay afloat in Palos Heights but that just means a new business can potentially move in. Cold Stone Creamery, for a while could be found near the intersection of Ridgeland Avenue and 135th Street, closed. It was in a great location and was near such other fantastic local restaurants, including Al's Pizzeria. The empty storefront also is just down the road from Shepard High School and all the hungry students who attend. Palos Heights is seeing some impressive new business development so I wouldn't be surprised if this location is snatched up soon. Join the conversation. Friend Palos Patch on Facebook and sign up for the daily email newsletter!
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
The owners of Harvest Restaurant are remodeling the building at the corner of 127th and Harlem.
A new restaurant coming to Palos Heights will feature locally grown, sustainable foods from growers in Illinois and Wisconsin. Two owners of the Harvest Restaurant were granted a restaurant liquor license at Tuesday's Palos Heights City Council meeting. The upscale restaurant is coming to the former Pancake Factory building, located at the corner of Harlem Avenue and 127th Street. Owners Michael Campas and Christ Sirigas want to add a full bar, offering such things as bloody mary brunches and mimosas with their food items. Most of what they'll offer will be made on site, including bread and pastries baked in a new bakery at the restaurant. Join the conversation. Friend Palos Patch on Facebook and sign up for the daily email newsletter! "…
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
One of Palos Heights' newest businesses opened last week and held its grand opening over the weekend. The fast food restaurant remodeled the 127th Street location.
A much-anticipated remodeled McDonald's restaurant and drive-thru in Palos Heights held its grand opening over the weekend. The fast-food spot on 127th Street is the latest restaurant offering for the city. In three months, McDonald's demolished the old building and popped up a new one. Read: McDonald's McWrecked to Make Way for New Joint This brand-spanking new building features a double drive thru and an updated design and facade. The real question is: does this new look come with an upgraded operation, too? A number of customers weren't thrilled with the service at the old spot. Palos Patch readers on Facebook gave their initial reactions as the restaurant powered through its first few days of flipping burgers and making fries. Read: …
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Owners have applied for a liquor license and, this week, asked city officials about selling homemade jams inside the 127th Street building.
A new brunch spot is in the works for the former Mr. G's Pancake Factory location. Owners of the tentatively named "Mama’s Boy Café" plan to open at the 127th Street and Harlem Avenue location by Christmas. Their restaurant will serve breakfast, lunch and alcohol, on the approval of a liquor license set to come before the Palos Heights' City Council for approval in December. Owners plan to use locally sourced produce in their food, said Marisa Kolman, community development coordinator with the City of Palos Heights. Ownership also approached the city this week to see if any issues would come from selling homemade jams. Read: What's the Best Breakfast Spot in Palos? The building is currently undergoing a facelift on the inside. "They’re …
Friday, November 9, 2012
Palos Patch asked several business owners about Tuesday's presidential election results and what it meant for the business community. A few who responded were less than hopeful.
Coming off of Tuesday's reelection, President Obama will soon tackle the coming "fiscal cliff" and the country still has high unemployment. Locally, the worry for several Palos Heights business owners goes beyond those issues. Palos Patch reached out to owners, asking for their opinion of the presidential election and what they thought will happen to the economy and jobs market over the four years as a result. Three owners who responded didn't sound too thrilled. "Hopefully, things will start moving, as long as everyone works together to solve the problem," said Lorie Stone. She owns Celtic Cottage, a Harlem Avenue story that sells jewelry, clothing, housewares and seasonal items from Celtic countries. Join the conversation. Like Palos …
Monday, November 5, 2012
Palos Patch wants to partner with the business community and help owners get a leg up.
Small business owners know how tough it can be to attract new customers or find the time to put your brand out there. Here at Patch, we respect the hard work these valued members of the community put into their businesses. That's why we want to help. Here are four things any business owner can do with Patch to get a leg up: Click here to go to the Directory page. This is a free way to market and get in front of thousands of local readers. Every Palos Heights, Palos Park and Palos Hills business already has a listing created. (If you don't see one for your business, email nicks@patch.com and ask for help getting on the site. Once you've found your business listing, take a quick look through and make sure all the information there is correct…
Friday, November 2, 2012
Looking for a specific design? Every Good Gift can help you out.
George and Judy Rock moved their store from Oak Lawn last year and haven't looked back. The Rocks started their gift store in Oak Lawn three years ago but found the location not so ideal for foot traffic. After the lease came up for renewal, the moved and opened at the Palos Heights location on the day before Thanksgiving last year. "This is becoming a happening corner," said George Rock, who pointed to the new businesses and development that has popped up at the corner of Harlem Avenue and 127th Street. Every Good Gift on 127th Street sells custom imprinted and embroidered items. One of the store's hooks is that they don't charge for the setup and design, making it rather ideal for those who are looking for a specific look. Their …
Friday, October 26, 2012
"I went there with my Dad after my first father daughter dance."
Marilyn Ann Dunlap of Palos Heights recently passed away. She was 81. Dunlap's, a homestyle restaurant, was in the community for more than 60 years. Marilyn, who co-owned the restaurant, retired in 1998. She spent the last years traveling and spending time with the family. Readers shared their stories of the community restaurant. Here are what they had to say: Missy Goodman: This was where I had dinner for the first time with my fiance's parents and Grandmother. I am so sorry to the family. Lisa Dullard: Oh, that's sad. My Mom used to waitress there years ago. It was such a nice place. God rest her soul... Kristin Smith: How sad. I went there with my Dad after my first father daughter dance. It was lovely. Rest in peace. Tim Moore: Melinda…
Lane
8:45 am on Monday, May 20, 2013
This place has no morals. It's owners are just in it for themselves. Isn't it supposed to be about hardwork? Because what I know is that you let someone put his HEART and SOUL into making this restaurant what it is today. Or was. Everyone reading this should know that eating here is no longer about enjoying something that someone is passionate about, and getting a quality honest product. It is no… more ›