Wahlburgers St. Charles location set to open Tuesday

The newest Chicago area Wahlburgers has arrived.

The restaurant company announced the suburban Chicago location at 825 S. Randall Road in St. Charles will open to the public at 11 a.m. Tuesday.

The opening will abide by all Illinois pandemic reopening guidelines for safety amid the COVID-19 pandemic including PPE for all employees, socially distanced dining options and hand sanitizer stations throughout the location.

“St. Charles holds a very special place in my heart,” said co-owner, New Kids on the Block member and actor Donnie Wahlberg via statement. Wahlberg and his wife, actress Jenny McCarthy, reside in the western suburb. “Like so many in our industry, we’ve faced a lot of setbacks due to the impact of COVID-19, but we are determined to deliver on my promise to bring a safe, exciting and unique dining experience to the Fox Valley.”

The groundbreaking for the the 5,000 square-foot casual restaurant and bar took place in 2019. In addition to indoor dining, the new location (a River North Wahlburgers location is temporarily closed due to the pandemic) also features outdoor seating and a new immersive “Happy Place” area, according to company statement. “The whimsical and social media-friendly corner of the restaurant will include a fun-filled and family-oriented pop-up art exhibit for guests to pose in front of for photos.”

The menu boasts loaded tater tot appetizers, classic burgers and chicken sandwiches, salads, kids meals, signature shakes and more. A full-service bar features cocktails, wine and a variety of beers including the signature Wahlbrewski pale ale.

Takeout and delivery are available via the Wahlburgers app, Doordash and Uber Eats, online at wahltogo.com or by phone at (331) 235-5200. Delivery is available via partners Doordash and Uber Eats.

Wahlburgers St. Charles will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. for lunch and dinner.