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Who's Got the Best Food: Frankfort, Mokena or New Lenox?

During Restaurant Week 2011, I take a look at which town has a claim to the most wins in our Chowdown Showdown food reviews. But where do you like to go eat most often?

Every Sunday, we give you a twist on the traditional restaurant review (with prizes included!). takes one food and decides who among three restaurants, one each in Frankfort, Mokena and New Lenox, has the best of that dish.

Because it's Restaurant Week 2011 in New Lenox, I thought I would check to see which of the three towns has bragging rights with the most Chowdown Showdown victories.

I did this in June, and to my surprise . This time around, here are the standings:

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  • Frankfort: 12 (including chicken sandwich, ribs and fried rice).
  • Mokena: 11 (including beer selection, stuffed pizza and chocolate cake).
  • New Lenox: 11 (including hot dog, ice cream and fried chicken).

So do you think Frankfort restaurants are the best? Or you like staying locally in New Lenox? Take our poll below.

Looking for local eats? Head over to your local Patch Places food and dining directory. Find new spots, read reviews and even post a your own reviews on the profile pages.

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