Two Brothers Roundhouse get 'Enjoy Illinois' award
The Illinois Office of Tourism and the Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau are scheduled to present Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora with the "Enjoy Illinois: Delicious Destination" award at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18. The award honors local food establishments around the state that are beloved destinations for visitors and locals alike.
Two Brothers Roundhouse is among a select group of Illinois establishments to receive the unique designation from the tourism bureau. All award winners will receive a certificate from the state and a window cling to inform diners of the state designation.
"From family-owned restaurants with long and storied histories to the hottest new cuisines in the world, Illinois has emerged as a premier culinary destination for both domestic and international visitors," said Jen Hoelzle, Illinois State Travel Director. "The 'Enjoy Illinois: Delicious Destination' award honors those restaurants that are authentically Illinois, making a trip to the state unforgettable."
Passion for beer, love of food, and appreciation for great architecture flourishes in the walls of this historic 70,000-square-foot facility. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Two Brothers Roundhouse is the oldest limestone roundhouse in the United States. As they bring new life to this 155 year old building, enjoy a casual atmosphere in the main dining room gastropub, their sports tavern and music venue or their new café and bakery. There is more to do than dinner at the Roundhouse. Enjoy a fine steak or burger. As with the beer and food, the live entertainment has a local flair. Whether it be a wedding, reunion or corporate event, they have a variety of spaces for friends and family to gather.
"We are honored to represent such an outstanding establishment as Two Brothers Roundhouse," said AACVB interim director Ellen Mueller. "The Roundhouse is a historic community icon for both local and out-of-town visitors and the dining ambience lends to an enjoyable dining or banquet experience."
Many travelers come to Illinois because of the state's flourishing restaurant scene. According to a 2013 D.K. Shifflet & Associates Study, nearly one third of leisure travelers to Illinois reported participating in a unique "culinary experience" as a key part of their vacation, proving culinary offerings are a key motivator for travel.
To be considered for an award, restaurants must be nominated by a convention and visitors bureau, community member or Enjoy Illinois social media fan. The nominee must be a one-of-a-kind restaurant that is authentic to Illinois and an established part of its community. Only restaurants located in Illinois will be considered for the "Enjoy Illinois: Delicious Destination" award, which is chosen by IOT.
For more information about the state's culinary offerings and "Enjoy Illinois: Delicious Destination" awards, visit EnjoyIllinois.com or Facebook.com/EnjoyIllinois.