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Fatty's Pub & Grille

1312 West Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, IL 60115

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Home to the World Famous Cajun Fried Potato Salad, Fatty's is the premier spot to catch an NIU or any other sporting event, live music or enjoy a cold one in the beer garden.

Conveniently located across the street from Northern Illinois University and next to Red Roof Inn & Suites. Stop in and try a delicious item off our extensive menu, or just have a drink or two! Enjoy our newly expanded beer garden or book the newly added Novak Room for your next event. Complete onsite and offsite catering available.

Fatty's also offers live music, bags tournaments, trivia and more. 

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