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Don Walker's Sandwich Center

257 W. New York St., Aurora, IL 60506

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Pull up a seat at this family owned sandwich stand serving the best Italian beef in town made from scratch with their top-secret recipe.

A 50s diner throwback, Don Walker's has been a stop in Aurora for over 50 years. Known for their tasty Italian Beef, not to mention a variety of other delicious sandwiches and sides. Friendly service and memorabilia galore!

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