Rita's Roadhouse opens in Downers Grove

There's a new lady in town, and her name is ... Rita's American Roadhouse, a new high-energy dining concept in Downers Grove reserved for those 21 and older. A grand opening party from 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 4, includes free bull rides and passed appetizers such as Patti's famous pizza, meatball sliders, cheesy garlic bread and mini Italian beef sandwiches. Guests can check out the dueling piano bar, the covered patio garden, the interactive DJs and the roadhouse's signature frozen Rita's Rita.

Rita's American Roadhouse is at 1211-A Butterfield Road in Downers Grove. Call (630) 515-1177 or visit www.ritasamericanroadhouse.com.

Wag your tail

It's tail waggin' Tuesdays at Egg Harbor in Lincolnshire. Now through the fall, dine outdoors during breakfast or lunch and bring along your favorite four-legged canine friend. Choose egg, chicken or French toast dishes from a special doggy menu for $3.95. Dogs also receive a bowl of water and a treat.

Egg Harbor Cafe is at 300 Village Green in Lincolnshire. (847) 821-1515 or eggharborcafe.com.

Summer Buca

Summer's here and so is Buca di Beppo's new summer menu items. Guests have three new seafood appetizers to choose from: shrimp scampi with garlic bread, a seafood trio and fritto misto. New entrees include chicken fresco and penne alla caprese.

Buca di Beppo is at 90 Yorktown Road in Lombard and 604 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Wheeling. Visit bucadibeppo.com.