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July 2026 Malnati Rockstar

Our July Malnati Rockstar is Paul from our Oakbrook Terrace team! Paul was nominated by General Manager Melissa Damato for ...

People & Culture at Brookfield

It’s Been a Busy Few Months at Our Brookfield Store Here’s an update on all of they’ve been up to, ...

Lakewood Golf Kindness Rocks Event

Lakewood and Supporting Managers Came Together for a Kindness Rocks Event As the Lakewood team continues to create relationships in ...

Libertyville Anniversary Celebration

Our Libertyville Team Celebrated the 10-Year Anniversary of Their Kitchen Supervisor Uriel Santiago (Santi) reached 10 years at Lou’s this ...

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May 2026 Malnati Rockstar (Front of House)

by Justin Bjorseth | Jun 2, 2026 | CELEBRATE!, MALNATI ROCKSTAR, OUR PEOPLE, THE GIFT | 0 Comments

Our May Malnati Rockstar for Front of House is Jey from Our River North Team! Jey was nominated by her manager Ana Baca. Here is what Ana had to say about Jey - "Jey is the true definition of a Rockstar! Having grown up with Lou's, she embodies the Malnati DNA. She...

May 2026 Malnati Rockstar (Back of House)

by Justin Bjorseth | Jun 2, 2026 | CELEBRATE!, MALNATI ROCKSTAR, OUR PEOPLE, THE GIFT | 0 Comments

Our May Malnati Rockstar for Back of House is Peter from Our Tempe Marketplace Team! Peter, the store's Kitchen Supervisor, was nominated by his manager Devin Staples. Here's what Devin shared about Peter - "Peter shows the Malnati DNA, which has made us a successful...

Oakbrook Terrace Celebrates Graduates

by Justin Bjorseth | May 26, 2026 | CELEBRATE!, OUR PEOPLE, THE GIFT | 0 Comments

Our Oakbrook Terrace Team Recognized the Graduates in Their Store

“We have five amazing high school graduates this year!” General Manager Melissa Damato said. “We are incredibly proud of these individuals and excited to see all they accomplish as future

Scottsdale Celebrations

by Justin Bjorseth | May 15, 2026 | CELEBRATE!, OUR PEOPLE, THE GIFT | 0 Comments

Our Scottsdale Team has had a Busy Month of Celebrations

First, the team celebrated Cinco de Mayo by making tacos in house. It also happened to be Taco Tuesday, so there was plenty of reason to celebrate the occasion.

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South Loop Restaurant Expansion

by Justin Bjorseth | May 14, 2026 | EVENTS, LOU'S IN THE LIMELIGHT, OUR PEOPLE, THE GIFT | 0 Comments

Our South Loop Store Has Officially Opened its New Full-Service Bar, Private Events Space and Expanded Dining Room

The restaurant has expanded by approximately 2,400 square feet, bringing the location to nearly 8,400+ square feet overall. The expansion was completed … READ MORE

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July 2026 Malnati Rockstar

Our July Malnati Rockstar is Paul from our Oakbrook Terrace team!

Paul was nominated by General Manager Melissa Damato for his care toward delivering exceptional guest experiences. Here’s what Melissa had to say about Paul –

“Paul embodies everything

It’s Been a Busy Few Months at Our Brookfield Store

Here’s an update on all of they’ve been up to, with accompanying photos below –

Their People and Culture Board was updated with THE GIFT
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Our Libertyville Team Celebrated the 10-Year Anniversary of Their Kitchen Supervisor

Uriel Santiago (Santi) reached 10 years at Lou’s this month, and his team celebrated him for this amazing accomplishment. General Manager Amanda Lopez shared these words about Santi –… READ MORE

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July 2026 Malnati Rockstar

People & Culture at Brookfield

Lakewood Golf Kindness Rocks Event

Libertyville Anniversary Celebration

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May 2026 Malnati Rockstar (Front of House)

May 2026 Malnati Rockstar (Back of House)

Oakbrook Terrace Celebrates Graduates

Our Oakbrook Terrace Team Recognized the Graduates in Their Store

Scottsdale Celebrations

Our Scottsdale Team has had a Busy Month of Celebrations

South Loop Restaurant Expansion

Our South Loop Store Has Officially Opened its New Full-Service Bar, Private Events Space and Expanded Dining Room

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July 2026 Malnati Rockstar

Our July Malnati Rockstar is Paul from our Oakbrook Terrace team!

People & Culture at Brookfield

It’s Been a Busy Few Months at Our Brookfield Store

Libertyville Anniversary Celebration

Our Libertyville Team Celebrated the 10-Year Anniversary of Their Kitchen Supervisor

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