Well, this was sudden. A national chain famous for their barbeque has suddenly closed the doors of all of their restaurants and that includes their Illinois locations, too.
I just came across this report by USA Today that said Smokey Bones had just made a sudden decision to close their doors. This is confirmed by the official Smokey Bones website which said the following:
“After 27 incredible years, Smokey Bones has officially closed its doors as of Monday, April 27th. This isn’t just the end of a restaurant—it’s the closing of a chapter filled with shared meals, celebrations, traditions, and countless memories. From first bites to final toasts, you made this place more than just BBQ—you made it home.”…