COME IN AND TRY ONE OF OUR MANY NEW MENU ITEMS! DINE OUTSIDE ON OUR 2ND STORY TREE LINED PATIO!!!
STARTING SEPT. 12th WE WILL BE OPEN EVERY SUN. FOR LUNCH/DINNER!!!
Watch football w/ us - NFL ticket, prizes, build your own bloody mary bar, $10 buckets, wings and more!
Valet service Wed.-Sat. during dinner Sept. 16th 7-9p.m. Goose Island Beer Tasting - paired with appetizers for only $7
Sept. 23rd 8p.m. Tony Carr Comedy Show - $7 cover
Save the date! Fri., Oct. 29th "When I Was Your Age - Jr. High Halloween Dance" Costume Party to benefit TRIO Animal Foundation $7 pre sale tickets and $10 night of- includes 8:30 comedy show, FREE drink, DJ, door prize ticket, entry in costume contest and more! www.trioanimalfoundation.org
LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRI. BAND LINE UP - *SEPT. 3RD THE GUN SHOW 10:30P.M. *OCT.1ST MERITAGE 10:30P.M. *NOV. 5TH YARDIES 10:30P.M. *DEC. 3RD NOJO 9:30P.M.
We are the perfect place to have your graduation, first communion, anniversary or birthday dinner!!!! Call today 815-714-2280
Located at 205 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL. 60432, The Department is a casual dining destination located on the corner of Cass and Chicago Street in the heart of downtown Joliet. It was created in tribute to all of our nation’s policemen and firefighters.
Come and enjoy a juicy steak or fresh cut rotisserie chicken. Try a glass of our specially selected wine while relaxing in the unique dining atmosphere or partake in one of our signature martinis while sitting outside on the 2nd floor balcony of our ultra hip cocktail lounge. Indulge in spectacular food and delectable spirits at The Department. Ph. # 1-815-714-2280.
EVERY WED. WE HONOR OUR LOCAL COLLEGE STUDENTS WITH:
$3 YOU CALL IT!
$6 MARTINIS!
1/2 OFF SELECT ENTREES!
1/2 OFF SELECT BOTTLES OF WINE!
College students always get 25% off their food bill!
(just show your valid college i.d.)
Customer Comments:
Just wanted to say thank you for everything!The afternoon banquet turned out to be absolutely wonderful!I have nothing but great things to say about the staff, and the food.Greg and Brett were amazing.Thank you so much for making a special day go so perfect.
Sincerely,
Paulina Rys
P.S. I can’t wait to visit again.
The service and food was exceptional!!!I will defiantly be visiting The Department again…this week.
Edie Wilkins
This is a very nice restaurant and a nice addition to the Joliet area and I will go back often.
Roxann R. Button
We were so impressed with the food, the service and the décor that we booked a rehearsal dinner at The Department.
Michael Lemay
I loved the atmosphere.The food was excellent and our waiter, Andy, was very personable.Upstairs banquet room looked great.We will definitely be back!
Carin Novak
I wanted to thank The Department for our banquet yesterday.I’ve heard nothing but rave reviews from the faculty and students who attended.They loved the food, the atmosphere and the staff.Thanks again.Is it too early to book for next year?
Brien McHugh
I would like to say our waiter Andy was awesome along with all the other servers, they were all willing to lend a hand.We will definitely be back to The Department, it is in our hometown and I think it is a great addition to the city of Joliet.Also, if anyone has the chance it dine at The Department, please go look upstairs.The whole restaurant is very nicely done!Congrats!
Kathleen Strle
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!!Everyone had a great time.Your restaurant was awesome!
Rose Kerr
D.J. Brandolino every Saturday!!!! Come in for dinner and stay for D.J.!
Every Friday Night Jam! Live singer (unless band is scheduled) at 9 p.m. *Current Hits - no cover
Live Band Line Up: Sept. 3rd 10:30 The Gun Show, Oct. 1st 10:30 Meritage, Nov. 5th 10:30 Yardies, Dec. 3rd 9:30 NoJo
Customer Comments:
I just wanted to let you know how amazing your beautiful restaurant is!From the second I walked in and was greeted by Brooke & Annie, I felt so at home!They made my experience spectacular from the second the door opened!The service was awesome as well as the food!Great job!
Cheryl Ivonic
My boss took me to your restaurant for lunch today for my birthday and it was absolutely beautiful inside!I just wanted to commend you all on The Department!
LaToya Baker
Thanks to The Department for everything, you are the best!I had nothing but compliments on the food, your décor, and the service.Michelle and Matt were so happy and everyone had a great time.I cannot thank you enough for making our daughters day so special!It turned out just as I dreamed it would.I knew putting this is your hands was the only way to go.
Gail Mucci
We arrived late to your restaurant due to a special event.Even though it was close to closing time, the staff was accommodating and gracious.All of the entrees were delicious and portions were generous.We look forward to eating there again in the future and would highly recommend it to others.
Cheryl Carlson
I just wanted to send a quick note and tell you thank you for taking care of everything.The food was great!Everyone loved it and commented on it!We loved the place too.It is really beautiful.Also, our servers could not have been nicer.They were on top of everything.Thanks again for seeing to every detail and making that event a huge relief for me.
Sandi Sillar
I went with my family to The Department last night for my mom’s 80th birthday…it was her idea, she kept hearing good things about the restaurant, and wanted to go there.I said, “Great idea!”We had a wonderful time and the service (Jeff) and food was great!
Tim Kump
Loved the atmosphere and the food was excellent.Can’t wait to come back again!
Amanda Eischen
After Work Party! Every Thursday from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
$5 Signature Martinis all day and night every Thur. and a FREE Appetizer in our bar area every Thur. 5-7p.m.
Invite your coworkers, friends and family to meet at the Department each Thursday for our After Work Party.
Outdoor dining available.
Customer Comments:
The atmosphere is great.The long bar, cozy tables and upstairs martini bar were all understated elegance in a casual setting!Perfect!
Mary Strand
Very thoughtful staff.It was our anniversary and they went the extra mile.The waiter was great – attentive but not overbearing, atmosphere was great (music was great background sound), food was great and presentation was excellent.
Donna Lee
Gorgeous restaurant, great food, excellent service - What more could anyone want?
Terry Figliulo
Nice menu and great atmosphere.All of the staff was very accommodating.
Joan Meegan
Very nice restaurant and I love having a great restaurant so close to home.
Carla Yankala
We were so very pleased with everything at our daughter’s shower.The room looked very elegant with the table clothes and cloth napkins.I love the whole look of the brick walls and crystal chandeliers.I also loved the outdoor balcony.A big thank you to Greg and Lisa for the outstanding jobs they did.They were both very attentive to any of our needs and Greg was especially kind in helping to serve the groom to be.They handled everything with ease and polish, we could not have been more pleased.
Please thank your head chef, Jason, and the rest of the kitchen staff for the buffet.All the selections were just what we wanted for a summer afternoon.The buffet looked as good as it tasted.I also want to thank Emilo.From the moment I arrived, he was very helpful.He carried everything upstairs for me and even showed up when I was packing to leave and helped load the car.He even helped my guests by carrying packages for them.Please give everyone involved a big round of applause.You helped make the first event of our “Wedding Season” go off without a hitch.I look forward to dining at The Department.You are a wonderful addition to downtown Joliet and I wish you many years of success!
Steven and Nancy Daoust
The Department takes reservations for parties of 6 or more. However, if you are a smaller party and we can not seat you as soon as you arrive, we invite you to wait comfortably in our upstairs loft area where comfy lounge chairs and a full service bar await you. If you have a party of 6 or more, please call and speak with a manager to see if we can accommodate you.
For large parties, consider booking a banquet by calling 815-714-2280.
NOW TAKING ALL PARTY SIZE RESERVATIONS FOR ON RIALTO SHOW NIGHTS. ENJOY A GREAT DINNER BEFORE THE SHOW! *tables will only be held for 15 min. so please be prompt.
Enjoy a meal, appetizers or cocktails inside our sleek restaurant or outside on our 2nd story patio overlooking Chicago Street:Monday thru Friday open for lunch, dinner and cocktails Saturday open at 4:00pm for dinner and cocktails however, we will open our banquet room on Saturday days for banquets or private parties. Starting Sept. 12th, 2010 we will be open for lunch and dinner every Sunday!
We have the NFL Ticket! Enjoy your favorite football games, prizes, build your own bloody mary bar, wings and much more at The Department!
The Department will gladly take your carry out order. Just call us at 815-714-2280. If you work in downtown Joliet, we will deliver orders of $20.00 or more directly to your office. Let us deliver your lunch today.
The Department has spectacular banquet rooms perfect for hosting your special event. From private business meetings, wedding receptions or anything in between, The Department is able to accommodate your needs. For more information or to schedule a tour you can email us at mandie@thedepartmentjoliet.com or give us a ring at 815-714-2280.
BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY WITH US! CALL NOW TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR UNBEATABLE BANQUET PACKAGES! WE CAN ACCOMODATE ALL OF YOUR BANQUET NEEDS AND DESIGN A PACKAGE TO FIT YOUR BUDGET. CELEBRATE IN STYLE AT THE DEPT.!
Enjoy the outdoors? This spring be sure to dine outside on our spacious 2nd story balcony over looking tree lined Chicago Street. Full menu and drinks will be served outside so you can relax and soak up the sun.
We at The Department are so proud of the brave and hard working local police and fire men and women. We would like to show our appreciation by offering all police and fire workers a 10% discount on their tables food bill when they dine at our restaurant. Just show your server your badge to receive the discount. Thank you again for keeping our community safe.
The Department is still accepting applications for the following.
POSITIONS
Experienced Servers - (full and part time)
Experienced and/or professionally trained Line Cooks (Full & Part Time)
