New restaurant The George is set to open its doors in downtown Naperville on Thursday afternoon.

A restaurant concept paying homage to Naperville’s history

The concept, led by owners Will Cullen and Dave Miller, was created to pay homage to George Laird, who constructed the Naperville Pre-Emption House at Main Street and Chicago Avenue in 1834, as well as other Georges in Naperville’s history.

“The first inn and tavern in Naperville was built by a gentleman with the first name of George. Obviously, Mayor George Pradel had a big impact on the city of Naperville here. A lot of people [who] helped build Naperville were named George, and this is a tribute to them,” said Will Cullen, co-owner of The George.

Other notable Georges in Naperville history include Judge Winfred George Knoch, a

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