The group behind Chicagoland spots like Sophia Steak and Gemini is headed to the west suburbs this winter with the debut of a new DeNucci’s location in Hinsdale. Ballyhoo Hospitality ’s third DeNucci’s location, in addition to Lincoln Park and Highland Park, will take over the space of Il Poggiolo, a neighborhood favorite owned by local Pete Burdi that closed in June after 17 years.

Located in the heart of Hinsdale’s downtown area at 8 E. First St., DeNucci’s joins neighboring hotspots Fuller House, the recently opened Hinsdale Prime Steak and Nabuki, which Burdi also owns (his portfolio also included a now-shuttered Mexican spot across the street).

Helmed by chef Salvatore “Sal” Lo Cascio, DeNucci’s is bringing its Italian-American fare, including popular plates like bra

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