Elgin restaurant owner Nick Smith to convert former IHOP into new dining concept
By
Mike Danahey
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Summary
Nick Smith, owner of Old Republic Kitchen + Bar in Elgin, has purchased a former IHOP in the same Randall Road strip mall and plans to transform it into a new restaurant. While Smith is not yet ready to disclose the concept or cuisine, he indicates there will be synergy between Old Republic and the new establishment, which will offer something not currently seen in the area. Renovation work has already begun following the property closing.
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· 2 pulledWe just closed on the property last week and then started working on it.
We're very excited to be doing this. I can tell you that there will be a lot of synergy between Old Republic and the new place, while the new place will be something that's not seen in this area.
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