Applebee's restaurants to thank vets

Hey, veterans! Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar wants to say thanks on Veterans Day, Thursday, Nov. 11. Stop in any of the chain's locations nationwide and receive a free meal. Entree options include the house sirloin, chicken tenders, Oriental chicken salad, three-cheese chicken penne and fiesta lime chicken.

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar has locations throughout the suburbs. For addresses and phone numbers, visit www.applebees.com.

nabuki opens

A new contemporary Japanese fusion cuisine and sushi restaurant has opened in Hinsdale. nabuki's seasonal menu will include a Latin flair and will feature cold appetizers, hot appetizers, tempura, soups, salads, main courses, sushi and sashimi ranging from $4 to $20.

nabuki is at 18 E. First St., Hinsdale. Call (630) 654-8880 or visit www.nabukihinsdale.com.

Prasino St. Charles

Eco-friendly dining has opened its doors in St. Charles featuring seasonal locally grown organic food. Signature items include the caprese eggs Benedict, almond croissant French toast, lobster stuffed avocado with mango salsa, Cajun tilapia sandwich, Niman ranch braised beef short ribs and miso chili with Alaskan black cod.

Prasino is at 51 S. First St., St. Charles. Call (630) 908-5200 or visit www.prasino.com.