THE PROMENADE BOLINGBROOK OFFERS MORE THAN SHOPPING AND RETAIL

The intersection of Boughton Road and I-355 is a hub of transportation; allowing travelers access to the northwest or southwest suburbs with a simple on-ramp.

However, that intersection is one of Bolingbrook’s hubs of retail thanks largely to The Promenade Bolingbrook. Built in 2007, The Promenade was part of a new generation of shopping centers called lifestyle centers; and is anchored by Macy’s, Bass Pro Shops ULTA and H&M. Combined with the drawing power of nearby IKEA/Costco/Bed, Bath& Beyond and the even closer Meijer store, the northeast corner of Bolingbrook gives the village its retail core.

COVID-19 posed challenges to an already challenged industry-retail. Promenade management was able to stay the course, working with their tenants to maximize visibility and foot traffic once Illinois re-opened for business.

Socially distant weekly events like the Street Market, quarterly offerings such as the themed craft weekends and even the mini-Taste of Bolingbrook drew people eager to safely experience some semblance of their pre-pandemic lives. Restaurants erected tents and interior streets were closed to increase outdoor dining while parking spots were designated for food delivery and pick up services. Two restaurants, Danny’s Neighborhood Pub and Bonchon opened during the pandemic and quickly found support from residents.

Escape hOUR Room, CG’s Comedy, iPic and Salt Bar, and Prince Arcades add further to the amenities available at The Promenade.

The variety of restaurants at The Promenade and the immediate area round out the destination offerings. With Longhorn Steakhouse, Islamorada Fish Company, Ted’s Montana Grill, bd’s Mongolian Grill, Bar Louie, Francesca’s, Two Pints Beer Lounge, Tanaka Ramen, MORA Asian Kitchen, Mago Grill and Cantina, MOD Pizza, Chipotle, Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, Snow Factory and IHOP, there is something that will appeal to all taste buds.

Having weathered COVID-19 The Promenade will continue to be a destination in 2021 and beyond.