Portillo’s getting close to Springfield opening

The long-awaited opening of the capital city’s Portillo’s is near.Representatives from the Oak Brook-based chain, known for its Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches, confirmed that the Springfield location will open in mid-November.Meghan Thornton, general manager of the Portillo’s in Normal, told members of the Springfield City Council on Tuesday that “there will be a soft opening date projected soon for you all and you’ll be the […]