The Country House (restaurant)
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The Country House is a restaurant located at 241 W. 55th St. in Clarendon Hills, Illinois. It is known for casual dining, long-standing history, and the “Best Burger” of 2016 as voted by West Suburban Living’s yearly “Best of the West”.[1]
History
[edit]The restaurant was opened in 1922 by Emil Kobal. The two-story building served two purposes. The bottom floor was opened as a tavern and small grocery store, whereas the top floor served as his family's home. In the times of prohibition, The Country House remained open to the public, and is rumored[by whom?] to have still served alcoholic beverages to local regulars.
The Country House has changed hands twice since its opening. In 1957, Richard Montanelli bought the business for his mother, but it suffered under her declining health. 4 area residents purchased The Country House from Montanelli in 1974, and it underwent extensive renovations under their ownership, including the introduction of a new menu. Its "famous" burger was featured on this menu. One by one, 3 of the original owners sold their shares to the remaining partner. By 1989, David Regnery retained sole ownership. [1]
In 1985, a second Country House was opened in Lisle, Illinois.
In 1996, a third Country House was opened in Geneva, Illinois.
The Lisle location closed on St. Patrick's Day 2021 due to the COVID outbreak.
David Regnery died in 2009 and ownership was transferred to his siblings and longtime General Manager.
The two restaurants continue to operate.
References
[edit]- ^ a b "2016 Best of the West". March 2023.
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