New Lenox's Bourbons Smokehouse To Close, Owners 'Devastated'
NEW LENOX, IL — Bourbons Smokehouse in New Lenox will close, effective Monday, Nov. 4, its owners announced on social media Saturday.
Co-owners Joe and Tonya Regiro said they are devastated by the news. The BBQ spot will see its final days of business Saturday, Nov. 2 from 4 to 9 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 3, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Come and get our smoked meats and sides while you can,” the owners wrote on social media. “Once we sell out that is it, folks. We are deeply saddened and devastated to close.”
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Bourbons Smokehouse, 280 E. Lincoln Highway, opened in 2022. Previously it had been catering only, based out of Tinley Park. The New Lenox location was the first dine-in one.
“… This was Joe’s dream and livelihood,” the owners said. “So come on out and spend time with us on our last two days. Love you all, and thank you for all of your love and support!”
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Pit master Joe Regiro spent the past 20 years working to perfect his South Side-style barbecue flavor. Regiro and his wife are well-known for their charitable spirit and contributions to the community.
“All those posts from some about wanting mom and pop restaurants instead of chains need to support them,” said Mayor Tim Baldermann in response to the news. “Your food was high quality, and your generosity with the community was awesome. My best to you in the future.”
The announcement comes a week after the owners said they would have to suggest their hours and menu due to a staffing shortage.
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“We really need your support right now,” Joe Regiro shared on Oct. 27. “Please come and dine-in, call in for carryout or place your order online. We really need it.”
Support from the community has poured in since word of its closing.
“I’m so very sorry to hear this,” one commenter said. “I’m happy that you chased your dream and experienced this, though. Another door will open for sure! You are an amazing family.”
“Absolutely heartbreaking,” another wrote. “We are so sorry you had to make this extremely hard decision. Your food is absolutely amazing.”
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