How many restaurants are in Illinois?

There are 45,873 restaurants in Illinois in our data as of 10/26/2026.

Which Illinois cities have the most restaurants?

Chicago (15,804), Naperville (584), Springfield (519), Aurora (468), Rockford (454).

Checked Oct 27, 2026

45,873 restaurants in 1,090 cities and 102 counties · Data as of 10/26/2026

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Illinois has 45,873 restaurants, about 36 for every 10,000 residents.
Per person, that is 14% above the national rate (32 per 10,000).
It ranks 5th among the states by number of restaurants.
The largest group is Restaurant (23%), ahead of Pizza Restaurant and Fast Food Restaurant.
Chicago (15,804), Naperville (584) and Springfield (519) have the most, 37% of the state total combined.

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How many restaurants are in Illinois?: There are 45,873 restaurants in Illinois in our data as of 10/26/2026.
Which Illinois cities have the most restaurants?: Chicago (15,804), Naperville (584), Springfield (519), Aurora (468), Rockford (454).