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Florentino’s Charhouse opens in downtown DeKalb

Italian steakhouse at corner of First Street, Lincoln Highway

Florentino's Charhouse, shown here on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2025, at 106 E. Lincoln Highway in downtown DeKalb. The new Italian steakhouse opened Sept. 15.

Downtown DeKalb has a new spot for steaks and other food after Florentino’s Charhouse opened this month.

The Italian steakhouse at 106 E. Lincoln Highway at the corner of First Street and Lincoln Highway opened Sept. 15, according to the business’ social media page.

The spot previously was home to Keg and Kernel by Tangled Roots Brewing Co., and before that, Tavern on Lincoln restaurant.

Florentino's Charhouse, shown here on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2025, at 106 E. Lincoln Highway in downtown DeKalb. The new Italian steakhouse opened Sept. 15.

Florentino’s features a bar seating area, booths and high-top tables. Menu highlights include steaks, seafood, pasta, salads and sandwiches.

Owners Salvador Castro Arellano, Alfredo Castro Arellano and Florentino Castro Arellano recently were awarded a liquor license from the city.

Hours are from 4 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 4 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Kelsey Rettke

Kelsey Rettke

Kelsey Rettke is the editor of the Daily Chronicle and co-editor of the Kane County Chronicle, part of Shaw Local News Network.