Three Generations Of An Illinois Family Have Owned And Operated The Legendary Fairview Farms Restaurant
By Melissa Mahoney|Published April 06, 2022
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While many restaurants come and go, there are many that have longevity. Some are even owned and operated by generations of the same family over the decades. One such generations-old establishment in Illinois is the Fairview Farms Restaurant. Open for over 70 years, this wonderful restaurant in Illinois has been operated by three generations.
Open since 1952, Fairview Farms Restaurant has been serving home-cooked, family-style meals in Peoria. It's been family-owned and operated for three generations over the decades.
Housed in a 100-year-old farmhouse, you can enjoy a casual atmosphere as well as fast and friendly service while you dine. This is a no-fuss sort of eatery where you can enjoy a delectable meal.
If you're dining at Fairview Farms Restaurant, you and your party can either choose to order off of the individual menu or the group family-style menu. Family-style includes larger portions that can be shared with the table.
There are quite a few items that have been on the menu since the restaurant first opened, including the fried chicken, Swiss steak, roast beef, mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, green beans, and the signature corn fritters.
But the fried chicken here is some of the best around. So, grab your family, grab your friends and enjoy a delicious meal at this generations-old restaurant in Illinois!
Have you dined at this generations-old restaurant in Illinois yet? Do you know of any other establishment around the Land of Lincoln that’s been owned and operated by generations of the same family? If so, let us know in the comments! For more information, visit the Fairview Farms Restaurant website and Facebook page.
Another restaurant that’s been owned by generations of the same family is Marie’s Pizza & Liquor in Chicago. This Italian restaurant has been open since 1940.
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