A Maple Park steakhouse known for its Italian and American food is inviting the community to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Sorrento’s Restaurant, 50 W. 187 Route 64, Maple Park (IL), is hosting Sorrento’s Big Day on Aug. 22, and the public is invited. Promotions at the dining establishment will run throughout that week, and patrons are invited to keep apprised on the Facebook page for updates. 

In 1974, pizza professional Vince Palazzolo bought Kendall’s Ranch, which operated successfully for 30 years at the Maple Park location. Palazzolo, seeking to rid himself of the pizza business, turned the building into Sorrento’s, initially featuring menu items made primarily of pasta dishes, according to the restaurant’s website.