The first Zaxbys location in Illinois is set to open this winter in a Chicago suburb, according to a recent announcement.

The Georgia-based fried chicken restaurant will make their Illinois debut in Plaintfield on the Route 59 Corridor at 135th Street.

The Village of Plainfield announced the Zaxbys opening in a post on social media Monday, adding that 7 Bew Coffee will also open nearby.

"We could not be more excited about welcoming the very first Zaxbys to Illinois and 7 Brew - an innovative coffee venue. Plainfield continues to attract new, popular fast-casual options for our residents,” Mayor Argoudelis said in a statement shared by the Village of Plainfield.

Zaxbys will take over the space previously occupied by Slim Chickens.

Remodeling of the restaurant is already underway, accor

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