Next time you're looking to go out for a special meal, try one of these Guy Fieri approved restaurants in Illinois.

Guy Fieri's Favorite Restaurants In Illinois

Several years ago, I got the opportunity to interview Guy Fieri. It was a lot of fun. The dude is super passionate about food. You gotta love that. I believe it would be an exciting experience to go out to eat with him.

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I think Illinois is the perfect place for him to visit during one of his adventures. Our state is one of the best ones in the United States for food. Guy always seems to enjoy himself and the restaurants when he's here.

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What is really cool about Fieri is he just doesn't stick with the high-end places that normal people will never try. He goes to the little local restaurants. That's why people really enjoy his shows.

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I've had the opportunity to check out a couple of his places from "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives." The first one was Triple XXX Family Restaurant in Lafayette, Indiana. Great breakfast. In Illinois, I've been to Kuma's Corner. Amazing burgers.

When Guy Fieri speaks people listen. If he recommends a restaurant, his fans flock to the place to sample the popular dishes. Of course, on his visits to Illinois, the famous chef will eat at his favorite joints in the state. Check out his list.

Flavor Town USA

  • Smoque BBQ
  • bopNgrill
  • Vito and Nick's Pizzeria
  • Del Seoul
  • Kuma's Corner
  • Rex Italian Foods
  • Mfk.
  • Saucy Porka
  • Hopleaf Bar
  • Chilam Balam

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