Scotty's Grand Opening Set for Saturday

The theme of the new restaurant is 'Heroes'.

The name “Scotty’s” might ring a few bells for some in Oswego. Others will just know it as the name of the restaurant opening at 4571 Route 71 where the old Howey’s on 71 used to be. Either way, owner Scott Goins is ready to make your acquaintance at Scotty’s grand opening on Saturday, August 18. A firefighter for 18 years at both Yorkville and Oswego fire districts and an auxiliary deputy sheriff at the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office, Goins has made the theme of his restaurant “heroes.” Goins has sons in both the Marines and the National Guard. His father was the previous chief at the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office. Many of his friends are part of the Marine corps. But Goins says that you don’t have to be a hero in uniform to be a …

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Welcome to Patch, Howey's on 71!

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We would like to welcome Howey's on 71 to the Patch community! When a local business interacts with Patch by claiming its listing, we like to say thank you with a short question-and-answer session to help community members get to know the business. Contact us if you're interested in having your business featured here. Today, Patch features Phil Elizondo, owner of Howey's on 71. What does your business offer? We offer dining, a fantastic pub, family friendly events, and our ever-popular trivia night! When was your business established? 2007 Why did you decide to locate in Oswego?  We're from Oswego and love the area. Is there anything you'd like to tell Patch readers? We have great burgers This business profile is by Natalie Stevens, a …

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Readers' Choice: Where Do You Celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

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Shamrock Shakes are back on the menu at McDonald’s, and that can mean only one thing: St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner. Whether you’re Irish or not (or just wish you were!), St. Patrick's Day is the perfect excuse to indulge in a Guinness, some corned beef and cabbage or maybe even a green beer. This week, Patch’s Readers’ Choice feature asks readers: Where do you go to get your green on? Here are this week’s nominees and let us know if we've left someone off the list: How to vote To pick your favorite, simply take a moment to click on each business and post a review in our Places Directory. The “Local Favorite” winner will be based on the reviews received on each directory listing. Reviews posted through noon Friday will be …

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Letter to the Editor: Senior Center Gives Thanks for BBQ Fundraiser

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Thank you to Howey's on 71 for letting us do our Blues and BBQ fundraiser there;  Nickie and Dan, you are great!  Thanks to Dawn Carver of Bridgeview Bank and her friend Theresa for selling raffle tickets.  Thanks to Gina Tassamo (VNA) and Bob Wyngard for helping out with the Bingo. Thank you to Jim Feeley for selling tickets and Lorraine Schleitwiler for getting the donations.  Thanks to the band, Windy City Rev Ups. You guys were great. Thank you for all the great raffle prizes from Howey's on 71, A Place for Mom, EMB Medical Supply, Oswego Community Bank, Fitzsimmons Home Medical Equipment, Floral Expressions, Go Dog Go, Bridgeview Bank, American Male, Jennings Terrace, Shannon Benson, Karen Lamboley and Phil and Judy Siedlecki, and the…

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Chowdown Showdown

Who’s Got Oswego’s Most Bone Fide Burger?

Here's our take on where to go to find hamburger heaven.

When it comes to a meaty topic such as this burger battle, it's difficult to cover all angles since there is such a wide range of personal preferences when it comes to ordering. Picking out a burger is as individual a task as picking out your wardrobe. No one’s taste is similar. In order to keep my audience happy, I decided to take a special approach to this segment. I tackled the specialty burger at each eatery and judged the beef, buns, condiments, and toppings. Tap House Grill 123 W Washington St   “Addictive food” is part of their slogan and it’s no joke. I ordered a Kobe Beef Burger and was served a fancy combination of American Wagyu beef, cheddar cheese, home-made pickels, onions, and lettuce all on a great-tasting toasted herb egg …

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Robert J. Gryder

11:36 pm on Monday, August 22, 2011

If you want a nice, fat, delicious burger with all the drip and flavor you gotta get the double at Mr. Beef and Gyros.   more ›