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Iconic Kenosha eatery Frank's Diner announces new owners

From the Recent Kenosha County business stories series

randrowich
Jul 18, 2026
Jul 18, 2026 Updated Aug 12, 2026

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Franks Diner

Pablo and Diana Escribano, left, who will become the new owners of Franks Diner stand with the current owners of the business Julie Rittmiller and Kevin Ervin. The Escribano's will officially become the owners at the end of July.

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Franks Diner

Franks Diner, America's longest continuously operating diner announced Pablo and Diana Escribano will start running the business at the end of July.

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Franks Diner

Pablo Escribano, a long-time employee at Franks Diner in Downtown Kenosha will become one of the new owners, along with his wife Diana.

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FRANKS DINER

Kevin Ervin and Julie Rittmiller pose in front of their Downtown eatery, Franks Diner. The business which they have operated for 17-years will soon have new owners. Pablo and Diana Escribano will become the new owners of Franks at the end of July.

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Franks Diner

Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” visited the historic Franks Diner in Downtown Kenosha. The business which has been run by Julie Rittmiller and Kevin Ervin for 17-years will soon have new owners. Pablo and Diana Escribano will become the new owners of Franks at the end of July.

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KENOSHA — For 100 years, Franks Diner has become more than just a spot to eat, it's become an institution in Kenosha. The long-standing institution in Kenosha will soon have new owners.

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