- According to a story from the Western Courier, the owners of DJ’s Steakhouse (formerly the Macomb Dining Company) are hoping to up the classiness factor of Macomb by opening a new restaurant and lounge called, get ready for it, Hangovers. (Apparently this is the place to go before you head over to Detox.) According to the story, the new place will be located at 518 West Jackson St., which, according to the magic of Google Maps, could be in, or right next to, the defunct Diamond Dave’s/ Islands/Shanty Shack.
- You will soon be able to by alcohol at Walgreens, according to the same story linked above. (Woot woot, one less reason to go to Wally World?)
- The Macomb Square apparently has a bit of a red-light district element developing? Surely this can’t be the case. But: “Man arrested on prostitution-related charges,” according to a local radio station. Wha-huh?!?
Tags: businesses, food, Illinois, local_news, Macomb, MacombSquare, WIU
I noticed a week or so ago that they had the name “Hangovers” on the sign, but not too long afterwards, it had been removed, and it just said “Bar and Grill”. I wonder if they’re thinking about changing the name, possibly after some complaints or as a requirement of obtaining the liquor license.
Interesting point, Scott. I think the name Hangovers might not be the wisest choice in Macomb when applying for a license…?
There has been some pushback on the “Hangover’s” name but they are not required to change it to obtain a license.
I believe it will still be called that as that name was filed with the county as their DBA (doing business as).
I shouldn’t joke about the before they’ve even had a chance to open.
Or, well, maybe I should… I just don’t think it’s the greatest name.
A fair point, Dan A. A bit early for me to judge, without having stepped into the place, let alone tried the food or checked out the atmosphere. Also, according to the most recent Western Courier, the name has nothing to do with alcohol, but with the size of the burgers “hanging over the bun.” Check out the story here: http://bit.ly/ezZnLX
As for negativity, I think it’s clear from reading the blog that any frustrations or tongue-in-cheek jabs raised here are framed within the larger context of equal appreciation for my rural atmosphere.
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