Anchor Bar, home of the original, world-famous Buffalo chicken wing since 1964, celebrated the grand opening of its 16th restaurant location in the Village of Oswego with many local dignitaries, family, and friends in attendance.
Samm and Laura Dimech are the Franchisee Owners of the 1st Anchor Bar in Illinois located at 2440 Rt. 34 at Prairie Market.
Following a ribbon cutting ceremony, President/CEO of the Oswego Chamber of Commerce Angie Hibben welcomed Anchor Bar to the community.
In addition to welcoming comments from Hibben, many other local officials and dignitaries were in attendance, including: Kit Kuhrt and Jennifer Jones Sinnott, Village Trustees and Chamber members; Matt Kellogg, Kendall County Board Chairman; Jason Peterson, Kendall County Board Member; Dan Koukol, Chamber member; Mark Sandstrom, Chairman of Oswego Chamber; Jonathan Henderson, and Chamber Board members Karen Kulzer and Wendy Greenslade; Chamber Ambassadors Don Howard, Mark Wrasman, Tracy Hodges, Janice Van Riper, and Laura Witt; Troy Parlier, Village of Oswego President, and Kevin Leighty, Economic Development Director for the City of Oswego.
The new Anchor Bar restaurant features a family dining area and sports bar, both with views of televisions from every angle with more than 50 large flat screens and multiple audio zones.
The casual, inviting space is outfitted with décor that includes sports memorabilia, pictures of celebrities, and awards.
The menu features Anchor Bar’s classic fare, including the original signature wings and sauces, boneless wings and fingers, beef on weck, pizza, salads, burgers, and signature sandwiches.
Guests can also choose from local and national beers on tap, wine, and a craft cocktail menu.
The location is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.
For more information on franchising with Anchor Bar visit www.anchorbar.com.