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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Edzo’s Burger Shop won The Daily’s “Best Burger” title in 2015, 2016 and 2024.

In Memoriam: Three-time ‘Best Burger’ winner Edzo’s Burger Shop closes its doors

February 26, 2025

Entering Edzo’s Burger Shop, customers were quickly greeted with a colorful mural and a lively, yet intimate atmosphere. The vibrant yellow walls, orange chairs and abundance of posters contributed to...

Edzo’s Burger Shop stands empty this month after shuttering its doors on Dec. 21, 2024. The shop served customers for 15 years as one of the few dedicated burger joints in Evanston.

‘Money pit’ shutters Edzo’s, leaves Evanston’s burger scene barren

January 9, 2025

Edzo’s Burger Shop, one of Evanston’s only dedicated burger joints, sold its final round of glistening cheeseburgers in December — leaving the city’s burger scene even more barren. Born from...

Edzo’s Burger Shop, voted the best burger in Evanston, offers a variety of creative, fast food combinations.

Best Burger: Edzo’s Burger Shop

February 26, 2024

Edzo’s Burger Shop is the ideal destination for foodies looking to spice up their typical fast-food routines. With expansive menu offerings including 5-onion fries and the blue cheese burger, Edzo’s...

A burger and a taco sit side by side on a green table.

Famous Taco Burger brings Mexican, American cuisine to Central Street

April 10, 2023

When Juan and Javier Magdaleno decided to open their own restaurant, they wanted to combine their family recipes with American cuisine. That idea inspired them to eventually launch Famous Taco Burger...

A person stands behind a cash register and in front of bags of chips.

As COVID-19 continues to harm business, some local shop owners ask for support

January 24, 2023

After temporarily closing for the majority of 2022, Edzo's Burger Shop reopened in September. Sales slowly picked up, owner Eddie Lakin said, especially close to the end of the year. But during...

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