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Liquor commission recommends quad‑E license for 302 Villa Park LLC
Summary
The commission voted June 2 to recommend a quad E liquor license for 302 Villa Park LLC, an expansion of the 302 family‑friendly burger and craft beer concept; the recommendation will be forwarded to the village board for final action.
The Villa Park Local Liquor Control Commission voted unanimously June 2 to recommend that the village board consider issuing a quad‑E liquor license to 302 Villa Park LLC for a location at 324 East Central Boulevard.
Applicant Eric Schlickman described 302 as a family‑friendly burger concept that also emphasizes craft beer, with plans to open in Villa Park as early as summer 2026. Commissioners questioned the applicant about seasonal operations, use of an existing bar counter and indoor seating, and whether the quad‑E classification allows gaming — staff clarified that a quad‑E license does not permit gaming.
Commissioner King said he had visited the Wheaton location and discussed operational plans; commissioners emphasized that the liquor commission’s recommendation is advisory and that the village board makes the final licensing decision.
The commission moved to recommend the quad‑E license and approved the motion by roll call (Commissioners King, Weiss, Wagner, Damaso and President Patrick voted yes). The recommendation will be forwarded to the village board for consideration.
If approved by the village board, the applicant said he hopes to open later in the summer; the timeline remains subject to construction, licensing, and other approvals.
Key next steps: the village board will receive the commission’s recommendation and decide whether to grant the license; if granted, the applicant expects to target an early July opening depending on permitting and construction.
