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Chicago Business Journal · Sep 16, 2025

Bonita Bowls expanding in Illinois

Coverage of Bonita Bowls' multi-location expansion across the Chicago suburbs, including the launch of the franchise division.

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QSR Magazine · Feb 1, 2025

Bonita Bowls Expands into La Grange, Illinois

Industry coverage of the La Grange opening — Bonita's fifth corporate location — and the launch of franchise operations.

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QSR Magazine · Aug 1, 2025

Bonita Bowls to Expand with Locations in Chicago Suburbs

Announcement of two new suburban locations: a corporate store on Canal Street in Lemont and the brand's first franchise store in downtown Wheaton.

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FOX 32 Chicago · Jun 20, 2025

How to make the perfect smoothie | Bonita Bowls CEO explains

National Smoothie Day segment with founder Kyle Kissane on what makes a great smoothie — ingredient quality, ratios, and how to build at home.

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Franchising Magazine USA · Sep 1, 2025

Bonita Bowls Expands Footprint with Two New Locations in Chicago This Fall

Trade press coverage of the brand's fall expansion, including the first franchisee-operated store opening in Wheaton, Illinois.

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Patch · May 1, 2025

Bonita Bowls Eyes Summer Opening In Wheaton

Local Wheaton coverage of the new downtown storefront and the brand's first franchisee-operated location.

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Patch · Nov 4, 2025

Bonita Bowls To Host Grand Opening At Downtown Wheaton Location

Grand opening of the first franchise store in downtown Wheaton, with free smoothie bowls for the first 50 guests.

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Patch · Sep 29, 2025

Bonita Bowls Opens Lemont Location

Bonita Bowls announces its opening on Canal Street in downtown Lemont.

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Patch · Mar 17, 2025

Chain Restaurant Opens In La Grange

Bonita Bowls opens on Calendar Avenue in downtown La Grange.

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Patch · Feb 22, 2023

Bonita Bowls Overflows With Enthusiasm Ahead Of Downers Grove Opening

Founder Kyle Kissane on bringing Bonita Bowls to Main Street in Downers Grove ahead of the 2023 opening.

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Country Herald · Apr 15, 2025

New Storefronts to Open in Downtown Wheaton

Coverage of the downtown Wheaton storefront wave, including Bonita Bowls' opening in the Sandberg Building.

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Glancer Magazine · Jul 7, 2023

New to Downers Grove: Bonita Bowls Now Open on Main Street

Glancer's Chicago West edition welcomes Bonita Bowls to Main Street in Downers Grove.

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La Grange Business Association · Feb 15, 2025

Fresh, Fast & Full of Flavor: Bonita Bowls Brings a Tasty Twist to Downtown La Grange

La Grange Business Association profile of the new Calendar Avenue storefront and the brand's local-community approach.

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Lemont Downtown · Sep 1, 2024

Meet Your New Neighbor: Bonita Bowls Opens in Lemont

Downtown Lemont's welcome piece on Bonita Bowls' arrival on Canal Street.

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TrendHunter · Sep 15, 2025

Smoothie Bowl Brand Expansions: Bonita Bowls

Trend-research coverage of Bonita Bowls as a notable expansion story in the smoothie-bowl category.

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LION · Mar 24, 2025

Bonita Bowls comes to LaGrange

Lyons Township High School's student paper reviews the new La Grange shop and gives it five out of five.

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The Tiger · Oct 9, 2025

Bonita Bowls Review

Elmwood Park High School's student paper on Bonita Bowls as a healthier pick than typical fast food.

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Blueprint · Apr 24, 2023

Bonita Bowls smoothie bowls are definitely worth a try

Downers Grove South High School's student paper reviews a Bonita smoothie bowl.

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