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flag Two Northern Illinois restaurants, Big O’s and Salamone’s, were selected for national TV’s America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow.

flag Two Northern Illinois restaurants, Salamone’s Italian Restaurant in Cherry Valley and Big O’s On The Hollow in Freeport, have been chosen to appear on the national TV show America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow. flag Big O’s, a family-run spot opened in 2018, hosted filming on September 15, 2025, with the public invited to attend. flag The restaurant offers hand-cut steaks, made-from-scratch pasta, customizable burgers, banquet services, and an outdoor area with volleyball courts. flag Salamone’s, a longtime local favorite, is also set to be featured. flag The show aims to spotlight the region’s dining quality and unique experiences, with Big O’s encouraging past guests to share favorite dishes on Facebook for a chance to win a $25 gift card.

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