Introduction to Jack in the Box Expansion
Chicago-area Jack in the Box fans are in luck as the iconic fast-food chain plans to open three new locations in the suburbs this month.
These new locations come amid what the chain has called a "highly anticipated return to the Chicagoland market."
Last summer, Jack in the Box announced plans to return to the area for the first time in four decades with eight company-operated units.
Since the announcement, the chain has opened locations in Countryside and Plainfield.
New Locations and Opening Dates
According to the Jack in the Box website, three new suburban locations are slated to open in August, in Lake in the Hills, Naperville and Tinley Park.
On the company’s website, each location is listed as "coming soon" and "opening August 2025." Jack in the Box has not provided specific opening dates and did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
On top of the locations opening this month, three Jack in the Box restaurants are listed as opening in September. Here’s a full list of upcoming new locations and their opening dates, according to the Jack in the Box website:
- Carol Stream: 441 E. Geneva Rd., opening September 2025
- Chicago: 7807 S. Cicero Ave., opening September 2025
- Lake in the Hills: 320 N. Randall Rd., opening August 2025
- Naperville: 1600 E. Ogden. Ave., opening August 2025
- New Lenox: 672 E. Lincoln Hwy., opening September 2025
- Tinley Park: 9550 179th St., opening August 2025
Franchising Opportunities and Menu Offerings
Last year, the chain also announced a 12-unit franchising deal in the surrounding area. Jack in the Box has also identified over 100 more franchise opportunities in the area, according to a news release.
“We are excited to bring Jack in the Box back to Chicago and believe that our craveable 24/7 menu with breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacking, and industry-leading late night offerings will connect with the local community,” Van Ingram, vice president franchise development, said in the release. “Chicagoland serves as the gateway to the midwest, and we see tremendous opportunity to grow throughout the region.”
The Chicago locations will offer dine-in, drive-thru and mobile ordering and remain open 24 hours a day, according to officials. Jack in the Box’s menu features burgers, tacos, breakfast items, milkshakes and late-night snacks.
Conclusion
The expansion of Jack in the Box in the Chicago area is a significant development for fast-food enthusiasts. With multiple locations opening in August and September, fans of the chain can look forward to enjoying their favorite menu items at new locations. The chain’s return to the Chicagoland market after four decades is a testament to its enduring popularity and commitment to growth.
FAQs
Q: When are the new Jack in the Box locations opening in the Chicago area?
A: Three new locations are opening in August 2025, in Lake in the Hills, Naperville, and Tinley Park, while three more are opening in September 2025, in Carol Stream, Chicago, and New Lenox.
Q: What menu items can customers expect at the new Jack in the Box locations?
A: The menu features burgers, tacos, breakfast items, milkshakes, and late-night snacks, among other offerings.
Q: Will the new locations offer dine-in, drive-thru, and mobile ordering options?
A: Yes, the Chicago locations will offer dine-in, drive-thru, and mobile ordering options, and will remain open 24 hours a day.
