Formerly operated as a food truck, Marichuy’s Taqueria in Spring Valley stands out for homemade Mexican favorites at reasonable prices.

Where pizza is concerned, Illinois Valley residents don’t have to travel far. The region abounds with great options close to home. But sometimes it’s worth traveling for a different kind of slice.

When going out to eat, I don’t expect to taste mom’s home cooking, but a recent visit to Softails Bar and Grill in Ladd delivered an unexpected flavor of childhood.

Blue Margaritas, which opened recently in Oglesby where the KFC/Taco Bell had long resided, offers Mexican favorites but also more exotic dishes that show a little creativity in the kitchen.

Imagine opening a plain cardboard box and finding a 2-carat diamond inside. That’s how I describe my first experience with Ryan’s Eatery in Marseilles.

O-9ers’ Pub’s Mac Bomb Burger is the perfect example of making a good thing even better.

Believe it or not, some of the best barbecue I’ve had in La Salle County was at Mr. Salsa's in Oglesby.

In delivering consistent quality and fast service to patrons, the Four Star Family Restaurant in Peru doesn’t have many peers.

Bianchi's Pizza in Ottawa lives up to its "world famous" title.