Dining

The Egyptian Theatre is located in the heart of Downtown DeKalb and is surrounded by many great dining options within walking distance.

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The Hillside Restaurant
HillsideRestaurant.com
121 N 2nd St – DeKalb
(815) 756-4749

 For the last 57 years The Hillside Restaurant  has been serving DeKalb diners seasonal, home made, one of a kind fare.  You can smell the changes in the menu every time the wind blows a new direction. Conveniently located right next to the theatre, stop by for dinner or one of their famous desserts.

Mediterraneo
MediterraneoDeKalb.com
122 E Lincoln Hwy – DeKalb
(815) 758-8450

Located one block west of the theatre on Lincoln Highway, Mediterraneo specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine. The menu includes Middle Eastern staples such as gyros and shwarmas as well as a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

O’Leary’s Pub and Grill OLearysPubAndGrill.com
260 E Lincoln Hwy – DeKalb
(815) 748-0000

O’Leary’s is a not so traditional restaurant with a full service bar. Enjoy a fabulous meal, a refreshing drink and a time worth sharing with friends. O’Leary’s is located one block east of the theatre on Lincoln Highway.

Rosita’s Mexican Restaurant
Rositas.com
642 E Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 756-1201

Rosita’s is a family owned and operated restaurant that has been serving delicious, authentic Mexican food for over 30 years.  From the Pork Medallions to Shrimp Pepe, there is something for everyone at Rosita’s – don’t forget to add a margarita from the full bar.

Other Downtown DeKalb Restaurants:

Eduardo’s Mexican Restaurant - eduardosdekalb.com
214 E Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 758-2677

Golden Thai Jasmine - goldenthaijasmine.com
251 E Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 748-2800

Hometown Sports Bar and Grill - hometownsportsbar.com
241 East Lincoln Highway  DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 217-3324

The Lincoln Inn - thelincolninn.com
240 E. Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 756-2345

Tapa La Luna - tapalaluna.com
226 E Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 217-0990

Thai Pavilion - thaipavilionskokie.com
131 E Lincoln Hwy DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 756-6445

In addition, many other restaurants including most national chains are located in the area and are easily accessible just a short drive away.