Wicker Park Real Estate and Neighborhood Information

Wicker Park Facts

Location: 4 miles northwest of the Loop
Bordering Neighborhoods: Bucktown, Lincoln Park, Noble Square, East Village, Ukrainian Village
Boundaries: North Avenue to the north, Western Avenue to the west, Division Street to the south and the I-90/94 interstate (Kennedy Expressway) to the east
Crime Statistics: Go to CLEARMap to search specific streets and areas for crime incidents
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Then and Now

The "Wicker" in Wicker Park comes from brothers Joel and Charles Wicker who, in 1870, purchased 80 acres and built a small handful of houses surrounding a park -- sort of like a modern-day subdivision. The first wave of development to the Wicker brothers' little neighborhood came after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, when thousands of displaced Chicagoans were looking for new sites to plant their roots. Many wealthy Germans and Scandinavians chose to rebuild in this west side neighborhood, filling the streets with large, gothic brick mansions and stone manors.

In the early 1900s, the completion of the Metropolitan West Side Elevated Line (we know it today as the "El") brought in another layer of development and businesses to set up shop -- specifically bakeries, blacksmiths, tailor shops, sausage makers and department stores. Wicker Park was booming. The proximity to downtown, combined with a centrally located park and beautiful architecture made Wicker Park neighborhood an appealing home for some of Chicago's most notable residents, including the Pritzkers (Hyatt Hotel founders), the Crowns (General Dynamics Corporations founders), film producer Michael Todd, and authors Saul Bellow and Nelson Algren.

However, around the time of the First World War, the face of the neighborhood began to change. The Germans and Scandinavians packed up for greener pastures and Polish immigrants took their places, transforming Wicker Park into a working-class neighborhood, despite the presence of the ornate mansions. A few decades later, the neighborhood grew more diverse with an increasing group of Puerto Rican and Mexican immigrants. Wicker Park was bursting at the seams, and to combat a shortage of housing (a city-wide problem in the post-World War II era) the mansions were split into multi-family apartments. By the 1970s, much of the Polish population had moved north, and the neighborhood (much like other areas of the city) had gone from working-class to poor. For the next few decades, Wicker Park was a dirty, crime-ridden, arson-plagued area, somewhere you definitely didn't want to be caught after dark.

Enter the artists. In the mid-eighties the art community recognized Wicker Park as their ideal area; a place close to the Loop with plenty of cheap studio space. Their arrival coincided with a community effort to revitalize the area, and gradually Wicker Park became distinctly bohemian, its small independent businesses and large number of galleries making it a completely unique Chicago neighborhood.

Today, some of the diversity has faded as gentrification sweeps through Wicker Park, blending blue collar and white collar, artists and accountants, students and families, old mansions and new condos. Independently owned shops steadfastly maintain their territory as big flashy stores are welcomed into the neighborhood. Now recognized as a "hip" place to be, Wicker Park attracts many folks to its stylish and exciting locale where property values continue to rise and first-time homeowners oftentimes find their dream home (or perhaps we should say dream condo).
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Parks

Wicker Park (the actual triangle of green from which the neighborhood materialized) remains the heart and soul of the community to this day. Donated to the city in 1870 by Joel and Charles Wicker, the park originally contained a small lake surrounded by grass and trees. However, the small bed of water was covered up a few years later and replaced with loads of lawn and a large, granite-cut fountain, which visitors will notice in the center of the park.

In 1934 Wicker Park was taken in by the Chicago Park District and became more than just a place to sit in the sun and watch the fountain flow. Over the years the park has acquired a big playground, basketball court, baseball field, fieldhouse, dog park, and still maintains open areas of trees and grass with plenty of floral eye-candy. On a spring or summer day it's not uncommon to find sun-loving west siders sprawled on blankets and picnic-eating families dining in the grass. The park is also a hub of organized activity, as it offers programs like softball, bocce, children's day camps, garden classes, walking clubs and summer favorite "Movies in the Park," a city-wide outdoor film festival. But no matter what else is going on, a Wicker Park neighborhood highlight is the Farmer's Market where, on summer Sundays, farmers and craftspeople bring their organic fruits, vegetables and homemade goodies to the corner of the park at Damen and Wicker Park avenues providing us city folk with some homegrown goodness.
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Real Estate

When the Germans and Scandinavians fled to Wicker Park in the aftermath of the Chicago Fire, they had learned one thing: Don't build with wood. Instead they created large, immaculate homes made of brick and stone. Pierce and Hoyne streets are the best places to cruise these old homesteads, though by now many of them have been divided into two- or three-flats. In fact, Hoyne used to be known as "Beer Baron Row" because of the large number of wealthy brewery owners who built their houses there. The beer-baron residences, among others, remain today making a stroll down one of these tree-lined streets like a peek into the days of Chicago's past.

Wicker Park blends the old with the new, and while many of the vintage houses remain, plenty of new condos have sprung up, much to the chagrin of Wicker Park purists. Though the new buildings may not be the ideal to all, they've provided affordable real estate to working singles, newlyweds and young families. This, combined with the vast amount of rental properties, make Wicker Park a decidedly young neighborhood (we're talking mid-twenties and up), with a smattering of west side veterans mixed in.

In general, the average sale price for a one-bedroom Wicker Park condo runs in the $200,000 to $300,000 range. A two-bedroom place can easily get into the $400,000s, and a three-bedroom unit pushes $700,000. For a detached single-family home however, you're likely to hit the million-dollar mark.

West Town Residential Real Estate Info (Includes Wicker Park Neighborhood)

Type of Housing	Average Sale Price 2005-2006	# of Units Sold	One Year Price Change	Price Change Since 94
Single Family Detached	$695,069	177	8%	331%
Single Family Attached	$380,280	1,662	7%	174%

Source: Multiple Listings Service of Northern Illinois
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What's on the Menu?

With each passing day, it seems Wicker Park opens another restaurant, and the neighborhood denizens eat it up, so to speak. The culinary scene in this area stretches far and wide, offering options for all palates and budgets.

West siders sure love their breakfast, and we can hardly blame them with two of the city's best options right in their own backyard. The Bongo Room (1470 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-489-0690) has been kickin' it in the area for nearly 15 years, and the power of their pancakes is evidenced by the enormous crowd that spills out onto the sidewalk on Saturday and Sunday mornings. But who wouldn't want to wait for specials like chocolate tower french toast, pumpkin raisin walnut pancakes or a BLT eggs benedict? Their weekday fare keeps breakfast going all day, but offers up an array of sandwiches and salads for those not in an egg-centric mood. For anyone looking for a little less fanfare, Milk and Honey (1920 W Division St, 773-395-9434) serves up simple a.m. meals like oatmeal with dried fruit, their signature granola, or delicious sweet pastries. For lunch, the menu offers a heartier salad, sandwich and soup array. Their sunny sidewalk patio is one of the best spots for perusing the morning headlines or scoping out the Division Street shoppers and strollers.

If raw fish is your thing, Wicker Park offers an assortment of sushi in a variety of atmospheres. Out for a night with the girls and/or guys? Blu Coral Sushi (1265 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-252-2020) has plenty of space to serve the whole crew in their sleek, funky setting that seats a couple hundred. Standard rolls are reasonably priced and the specialty maki are worth the jump in price. Mirai Sushi (2020 W Division St, 773-862-8500) may force you to dig a bit deeper into that wallet, but the extra bucks are well spent. The fish is flown in daily (which is quite obvious when that nigiri hits your palate), and their sake list is one of the best -- and most varied -- in the city. Feel free to stop by for just a drink, too -- while the first floor is a bustling dining room, the second floor is a chic sake lounge, where many of the Wicker Park natives congregate. Let's stick to the seafood for a minute. If you want to go all out -- we mean really splurge -- then hit up Spring (2039 W North Ave, 773-395-7100) for fresh fish with an Asian influence. The bright green and white room can't help but make you happy, and Chef Shawn McClain's new American menu never fails to amaze. Make reservations early, this place can fill up weeks in advance.

Walk a few blocks down the street and you're in veggie heaven. You can't miss the place -- just look for the rows of bicycles lined up outside. Bike-friendly Handlebar (2311 W North Ave, 773-384-9546) is one of the local congregations for Chicago's bike enthusiasts, who meet for inexpensive vegetarian cuisine and to share a few beers on one of the city's lesser-known, peaceful patios. This northwest side bar and grill mixes it up with classic Ameriana cuisine, tasty Tex-Mex, soul foul favorites, Italian pastas and even West African fare (all sans meat, of course).

If your tastebuds are tingling for some pad thai, crab rangoon, or red curry, Wicker Park has an abundance of Thai restaurants ready to satisfy that craving. Penny's Noodle Shop (1542 N Damen Ave, 773-394-0100) has one of their four locations in the middle of Wicker Park neighborhood, just a hop, skip and a jump from the "El" stop, making it a great place to pick up some cheap dinner on the way home. Be warned: They are closed on Mondays. We've been disappointed on more than one occasion.

When it comes to Italian, Wicker Park comes through. Sitting in prime location, on the six-way corner of North, Milwaukee and Damen avenues, is Francesca's Forno (1576 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-770-0184), or just Forno, to the neighborhoodies. Part of the Mia Francesca family, this spot focuses on smaller Italian plates in a rustic room. The portions are meant to share, so bring a crew with you to sample their amazing Italian meats and cheeses, pastas and pizzas. Enoteca Roma Winebar and Bruschetteria (2144 W Division St, 773-342-1011) is another option. Never heard of a bruschetteria? After one visit here, you'll pity the poor souls who aren't in the know. The focus here is on bruschetta (they also offer a bunch of pizzas and paninis) and the unique combinations (imagine brie and honey or cannelloni beans and black olive puree) are absolutely mouthwatering.
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Best Shopping Stops

With all of your upcoming restaurant stops, you'll surely need something cute to wear. The streets of Wicker Park are covered in a blend of cute independent boutiques and larger national retail chains. With so much variety, we're sure that stellar Friday night outfit is right around the corner.

If you are pinching pennies these days, no worries. Milwaukee Avenue has you covered. Try the Brown Elephant Resale Store (1459 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-252-8801) a more traditional thrift experience where digging through semi-messy racks is necessary, but the rewards are limitless. And don't miss their gently used furniture selection. Next door Lenny & Me (1463 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-489-5576) kicks things up a notch. Sure you can still find vintage tees and jeans, but you'll also stumble upon vintage Gucci and Dior -- and everything in between. Across the street you'll find Recycle Men's and Women's Designer Resale (1474 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-645-1900). It's a bit on the pricier side, but every article of clothing is in immaculate condition. And if you're looking to clean out your closet and make a few bucks, both Lenny & Me and Recycle will consign your old clothes.

For the cute little boutique experience, head to Jade (1557 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-342-5233). Owner Laura Merlo travels across the country and overseas to stock her shop with the hippest, most current trends, and the limited selection means you won't see your brand new dress sipping champagne next to you at a cocktail party. A few doors down at Language (1537 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-772-5744) you'll find upscale designer tops, trousers, dresses and accessories. Hejfina (1529 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-772-0002) is less a clothing store and more of a "lifestyle boutique." In addition to the smaller designer labels, they carry furniture, artwork and architecture books. Check out their online store for a wider selection of home decor. Penelope's (1913 W Division St, 773-395-2351) stocks bright, youthful attire for the alternative set and for the guys, TK Men (1909 W North Ave, 773-342-9800) makes the shopping experience a little less painful with an Xbox, pool table and keg of PBR, in addition to their progressive men's clothing.

The streets of Wicker Park offer up some very familiar signage, too. Urban Outfitters (1521 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-772-8550) stocks trendy attire, home knick-knacks and artsy accessories with a funky vibe that fits right into this eclectic Chicago neighborhood. American Apparel (1563 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-235-6778) is your one-stop shop for all the cotton basics, and this ever-changing neighborhood will soon offer a Levi's store on Milwaukee Avenue, although an opening date is yet to be confirmed.

But it's not just clothing that makes Wicker Park a prime shopping location. Paper Doll (2048 W Division St, 773-227-6950) sells designer stationary, invitations, candles and photo albums. Andina Buenos Aires (1740 W Division St, 773-227-6225) hawks leather bags, belts and other goods straight from Argentina. Zella Brown (1444 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-276-1746) brings art deco furniture, among many other home items, to the block, and once you walk among the flowers at Asrai Garden (1935 W North Ave, 312-782-0680) you may never leave the store.
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Night on the Town

Here's the deal: Wicker Parkers love to go out. On any given Friday or Saturday night (or Monday or Thursday for that matter) the six-corner intersection of North, Milwaukee and Damen is crawling with bar-hoppers just looking to have a good time. But don't worry -- the massive number of bars in Wicker Park neighborhood ensures that no spot is ever too crowded.

If you are a die-hard music lover, Wicker Park has something for you every night of the week. The historic Double Door (1572 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-489-3160) has hosted many a bands in its thirteen-year history including world-famous rockers Rolling Stones, Cranberries, Smashing Pumpkins and Liz Phair. The venue continues to showcase bands that are just on the verge of blowing up. And down the street, The Note (1565 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-489-0011) does jazz, reggae, Brazilian and other world music until 4am, 5 on Saturdays.

As long as we're on the subject of late-night neighborhood entertainment, let's jump right in. Knowing your late night options can help you pace yourself, right? Nick's Beergarden (1516 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-252-1155) is a perfect 4am stop if you don't mind a divey patio, California-ish decor, loud music and a great beer selection. Oh, and the "never a cover charge" philosophy doesn't hurt either. Say you've been rockin' it upscale for the night and want to keep it that way, Wicker Park Tavern (1958 W North Ave, 773-278-5138) may be more your bag with their redwood bar, amber lighting, modern jukebox and seven plasma TVs. Long a staple of the hippest six-corner intersection in Chicago, Estelle's (2013 W North Ave, 773-782-0450) isn't trying to be anything but a place to get booze. The biggest frill in this place is a jukebox, so the focus is on getting one last drink before bedtime.

If a dive bar is definitely your style, hit up Beachwood Inn (1415 N Wood St, 773-486-9806). They have cheap drinks, board games, pool, and one of the most eclectic jukeboxes in the neighborhood. On the other hand, if the thought of a dive makes you cringe, head to one of this Chicago neighborhood's nice and neat places. Though Rodan (1530 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-276-7036) is technically a restaurant (with a focus on South American and Southeast Asian cuisine) after 9pm the lights go down, the music goes up, and the hipsters fill the bar. Across the street Debonair Social Club (1575 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-227-7990) aims to be more than just a watering hole. Their emphasis is on arts and culture, and while serving up drinks they show art videos and display projects, all chosen by their resident artistic curator. Debonair brings in nationally-known DJs like Steve Aoki, and has become a popular spot for lovers of house music. Across the street Empire Liquors (1566 N Milwaukee Ave, 773-278-1600) is about as sleek as they come. The windows looking onto the street are covered in black, the bar top is made of concrete, and the walls are metallic. Very hard core.

For something in between -- you know, an easy, breezy place to just grab a simple beer, head down Division Street. Easy Bar (1944 W Division St, 773-227-4644) is loungey but instills a certain rock and roll vibe that seems the underlying theme of this near northwest side Chicago neighborhood.
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Mark Your Calendar

Like most of Chicago, Wicker Park comes out of winter hibernation in full force, and people can't seem to stay indoors anymore. Thankfully, this neighborhood has a slew of events designed for cultural enhancement, social engagement and just plain fun.

We love a good bargain, which is why the last weekend in July is circled on our calendars in bright red ink. It's the Wicker Park and Bucktown Summer Sidewalk Sale. The neighborhood shops pull out their racks and tables, bring their goods into the sunshine and slash prices on everything from clothing to gifts to home decor. It's easy to spend an entire day strolling the streets, perusing the goods and hunting for that amazing item you saw in the storefront window earlier in the season, but couldn't bear to dish out the cash for full price.

You'll probably want to run home and drop off those shopping bags before you head to Wicker Park Summerfest (1600 N Damen Ave, 773-384-2672) a can't miss event for most west siders. Typically held the same weekend of the Summer Sidewalk Sale, this festival provides something for shopping fiends, music lovers, and those who just want to kick it in the sun. Picture it: the streets close down, bands play, and the sidewalks are lined with food and crafts as sun-kissed Chicagoans meander through the scene.

Wicker Park wouldn't be what it is today without the Around the Coyote Fall Festival (1935 W North Ave, 773-342-6777). Modeled after art fairs in Paris, this festival features artists in a variety of venues. Attendees visit studios, galleries, and performance spaces to see both new and old faces on the art scene. The event has been known to feature up to 800 artists over the course of three days and the popularity of the summer festival led to the installation of a winter Around the Coyote each February. This event is truly a part of Wicker Park's identity, so clear some space in September so that when the dates are announced, you can make it to at least one showing. You'll see incredible art and get a good feel for what Wicker Park is all about.
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Getting Around

One thing we really enjoy about living in Wicker Park is being able to walk everywhere. From bars to grocery stores to post offices to parks -- nearly everything is within walking distance of home. However, if time is of the essence (or you have a blister from wearing uncomfortable shoes last night) there are many other ways to get from point A to point B.

Cabs are plentiful in this neighborhood, especially at the corner of North, Milwaukee and Damen avenues. If you don't like to compete with others, there's a cab stand at the corner of Milwaukee and Ashland avenues and Division Street, where people grab cabs in a neat and orderly fashion -- and there's always one sitting there.

Trying to save a buck or perhaps you like taking public transportation? The Chicago Transit Authority has done their job, providing a thorough and convenient train system and network of buses that services Wicker Park residents and visitors. Not only does the "El" run through the neighborhood on its elevated tracks a story above street level, but buses crisscross about the area, taking passengers north, south, east and west. The CTA Blue Line rapid transit train has two stops in Wicker Park, one at Division Street and one at Damen Avenue. Following the diagonally running Milwaukee Avenue, the Blue Line is the most direct shot to get downtown (a quick ten-minute jaunt to the Loop), and traveling to O'Hare International Airport in the other direction only takes about 40 minutes -- and no transferring! Though the train is reliable and gets Wicker Parkers to many destinations throughout the city, the numerous bus routes fill in the gaps and sometimes prove even faster than the El. When heading north, we like to take the #50 Damen Avenue bus or the #9 Ashland Avenue, the #72 along North Avenue is really useful to go east to the lakeshore, and the #70 on Division Street takes passengers straight south to great downtown shopping.

Car owners -- it could be worse. Parking isn't atrocious in this neighborhood, but it isn't easy either. Hidden costs lie in zone permits and the inevitable ticket. Finding a spot isn't as competitive as in other Chicago areas, but take our word for it -- if you can walk, do it. The good news is there are three entrances to the Kennedy Expressway (I-90/94) right on the eastern edge of Wicker Park neighborhood, so commuting into the city for work or getting out of town for a weekend trip are fairly simple and straightforward. Just one word of warning, though, the traffic on Chicago's highways can be pretty bad during the morning and evening rush hours. So if you plan on driving between 6am and 10am or between 4pm and 7pm, you might want to give yourself a little extra time to get where you're going.
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School's in Session

Because Wicker Park has traditionally been a neighborhood for young twenty and thirty-somethings, there aren't schools on every street. But the community still has its fair share of educational facilities where families in Wicker Park can send their children to class from pre-kindergarten to twelfth grade. In addition to the following list, you can find more information on Wicker Park and other Chicago schools at our Chicago Guide Schools page.

De Diego Elementary 1313 n Claremont Ave
Josephinum Academy 1501 N Oakley Blvd - (773) 276-1261
Near North Montessori School 1434 W Division St - (773) 384-1434
Pritzker Elementary School 2009 W Schiller St - (773) 534-4415
Richerd Milburn High School 1448 W Superior St - (773) 772-0305
Roberto Clemente Community High School 1147 N Western Ave - (773) 534-4000
Sabin Magnet Elementary School 2216 W Hirsch St - (773) 534-4491
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Basic Needs

Here's a quick list of those places you will undoubtedly need at some point to fulfill your everyday errands in Wicker Park. Whether you want to get a dozen eggs and a gallon of milk, or are looking for a spot to practice your Down Dog and get in touch with your inner chakra, this near northwest side Chicago neighborhood has it all -- and more.

Library

Wicker Park Public Library 1701 N. Milwaukee Ave - (773) 744-6022

Transit

Chicago Transit Authority - (888) 968-7282

Post Office

USPS 1635 W. Division St - (773) 278-2069

Pharmacies

Walgreens 1372 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-0941
Jewel-Osco 1341 N Paulina St - (773) 342-3410

Hospitals

St. Elizabeth's Hospital 1431 N Claremont - (773) 278-2000

Grocery Stores

August Grocery 1500 W Division St - (773) 252-9560
Cellar Rat Wine Shops 1811 W North Ave - (773) 489-2728
Coco Rouge Chocolate Shop 1940 W Division St - (773) 772-2626
Jewel Osco 1341 N Paulina St - (773) 342-3410

Gyms

Crunch Fitness 939 W North Ave - (312) 337-1244
Curves for Women 2010 W Pierce Ave - (773) 342-6986
Bikram Yoga Wicker Park 1344 N Milwaukee Ave 773-395-9150
Global Yoga and Wellness Center 1823 W North Ave - (773) 489-1510
Movement Studio 1811 W North Ave - (773) 489-0484

ENTERTAINMENT

Around the Coyote Fall Arts Festival - (773) 342-6777 mid-October
Wicker Park Summerfest 1600 N Damen Ave - (773) 384-2672
Chicago Actors Studio 1567 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 645-0222
Keyhole Theatre 1500 N Bell Ave - (773) 805-5055
Dulcenea Performing Arts Center and Elixer Bar 1431 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 203-9186
All Rise Gallery 1542 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 292-9255
Around the Coyote Gallery 1935 1/2 W North Ave - (773) 342-6777
Black Walnut Gallery 2135 W Division St - (773) 772-8870
Blue Circle Gallery 1378 N Wolcott Ave - (773) 384-1739
Buddy Gallery 1542 N Milwaukee Ave 2nd Fl - (773) 342-7332
Carlos E Jimenez Gallery 2301 W North Ave - (773) 235-5328
David Leonardis Gallery 1346 N Paulina St - (773) 278-3058
Gallery 203 1579 N Milwaukee Ave #203 - (773) 252-1952
Gallery Incognito 1310 N Milwaukee Ave 2nd Fl - (773) 334-3686
Green Lantern Gallery 1511 N Milwaukee Ave 2nd fl
Heaven Gallery 1550 N Milwaukee Ave 2nd Fl - (773) 342-4597
Open Door Gallery 1630 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-1420
Placeholder Gallery 1803 W North Ave - (773) 524-0631
Strange Beauty Show 1261 N Paulina Ave - (773) 252-9522
Thirteenth Floor Gallery 2337 W North Ave - (773) 384-1313

SHOPPING

Akira 1837 W North Ave - (773) 489-0818
American Apparel 1563 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 235-6778
Andina Buenos Aires 1740 W Division St - (773) 227-6225
Asrai Garden 1935 W North Ave - (312) 782-0680
Avenue 1300 N Ashland Ave - (773) 486-0095
The Brown Elephant Resale Store 1459 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 252-8801
Caribbean Creations 2323 W North Ave - (773) 862-5751
City Soles 2001 W North Ave - (773) 489-2001
Decibel Audio 1429 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 862-6700
Eurotrash Boutique 2136 W Division St - (773) 828-8198
Fame Gallery 1941 W North Ave - (773) 384-4708
Futurgarb 1359 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 276-1450
G Star 1525 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 342-2623
Heads & Threads Boutique 1254 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 235-1190
Hejfina 1529 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-0002
Hot Pink 1464 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 227-7477
Jade 1557 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 342-5233
John Fluevog Shoes 1539 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-1983
Language 1537 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-5744
Lenny and Me 1463 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 489-5576
Lille: a Shop 1923 W North Ave - (773) 342-0563
Lilly Vallente 1746 W Division St - (312) 645-1537
Meble Inc. Furniture 1462 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-8200
Modern Times, 20th Century Furnishings 1538 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-8871
Myopic Books 1564 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 862-4882
Niche Footwear 1566 N Damen Ave - (773) 489-2001
Noir 1726 W Division St - (773) 489-1957
Paper Doll 2048 W Division St - (773) 227-6950
Penelope's 1913 W Division St - (773) 395-2351
Plein Aire 2036 W Division St - (773) 227-3772
Ragstock 1433 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 486-1783
Reckless Records 1532 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 235-3727
Recycle Men's and Women's Designer Resale 1474 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 645-1900
Rodan 1530 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 276-7036
Sasabee 1849 W North Ave - (773) 862-7740
Savage Instincts 2064 N Damen Ave - (773) 227-9391
Silver Moon 1755 W North Ave - (773) 235-5797
Silver Room 1442 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 278-7130
Smack Boutique 1650 W Division St - (773) 227-2008
Spoil Me 1533 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-6868
Steelo 1850 W Division St - (773) 227-4590
Tatine 1742 W Division St - (773) 342-1890
Three Boutique 1632 W Division St - (773) 227-8200
TK Men 1909 W North Ave - (773) 342-9800
Una Mae's Freak Boutique 1422 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 276-7002
Untitled 1941 W North Ave - (773) 342-0500
Urban Outfitters 1521 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-8550
Worldwide Tobacco Inc 1587 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 862-2220
Zella Brown 1444 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 276-1746

DINING

American Contemporary
The Bongo Room 1470 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 489-0690
Handlebar 2311 W North Ave - (773) 384-9546
Schwa 1466 N Ashland Ave - (773) 252-1466
Spring 2039 W North Ave - (773) 395-7100

American Traditional
Hollywood Grill 1601 W North Ave - (773) 395-1818
Smoke Daddy Restaurant 1804 W Division St - (773) 772-6656

Asian Cuisine
Asian Essence 2025 W North Ave - (773) 782-9500
Blu Coral Sushi 1265 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 252-2020
Luc Thang 1524 N Ashland Ave - (773) 395-3907
Mirai Sushi 2020 W Division St - (773) 862-8500
Papajin 1551 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 384-9600
Penny's Noodle Shop 1542 N Damen Ave - (773) 394-0100

Bakeries
Alliance Bakery & Cafe 1736 W Division St - (773) 278-0366
Letizia's Natural Bakery 2144 W Division St - (773) 342-1011
Sweet Thang 1921 W North Ave - (773) 772-4166

Cafes/Coffee Shops
Caffe Gelato 2034 W Division St - (773) 227-7333
Cold Comfort Cafe & Deli 2211 W North Ave - (773) 772-4552
Earwax Cafe 1561 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-4019
Estelle's Cafe & Pub 2013 W North Ave - (773) 782-0450
Filter 1585 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 227-4850
Half & Half 1560 N Damen Ave - (773) 489-6220
Milk and Honey Cafe 1920 W Division St - (773) 395-9434
Pontiac Cafe 1531 N Damen Ave - (773) 252-7767
Starbucks 1588 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 862-0249

Fast Food
7-D Restaurant 1317 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 252-8993
Underdogg 1570 1/2 N Damen Ave - (773) 384-4030

Fusion
Feast 1616 N Damen Ave - (773) 772-7100
Mas 1670 W Division St - (773) 276-8700

Italian Cuisine
Baccala  1540 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 227-1400
Francesca's Forno 1576 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 770-0184
Lucia Ristorate 1825 W North Ave - (773) 292-9700
Tre Via Ristorante 1575 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 227-7990

Mexican Cuisine
El Chino Tacos 1505 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-1905
El Mexico Moderno 1249 N Ashland Ave - (773) 235-1293
Flash Taco 1570 N Damen Ave - (773) 772-1997
Las Palmas 1835 W North Ave - (773) 289-4991
Tacos Mexico 1547 N Ashland Ave - (773) 276-2214

Middle Eastern
Sultan's Market 2057 W North Ave - (773) 235-3072

Moroccan Cuisine
Marrakech Cuisine 1413 N Ashland Ave - (773) 227-6451

Pizza
Piece Brewery & Pizzeria 1927 W North Ave - (773) 772-4422
Santullo's Eatery 1943 W North Ave - (773) 227-7960

Nightlife/Bars
Beachwood Inn 1415 N Wood St - (773) 486-9806
Bin Wine Cafe 1559 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 486-2233
Blue line Lounge and Grill 1548 N Damen Ave - (773) a395-3700
Caramel Ultra Sports Lounge 1540 W North Ave - (773) 292-1094
Davenport's Piano Bar & Cabaret 1383 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 278-1830
Debonair Social Club1575 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 227-7990
Double Door Nightclub 1572 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 489-3160
Dulcenea Performing Arts Center and Elixer Bar 1431 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 203-9186
Easy Bar 1944 W Division St - (773) 227-4644
Empire Liquors 1566 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 278-1600
Enoteca Roma Winebar & Bruschetteria 2144 W Division St - (773) 342-1011
Estelle's Cafe & Pub 2013 W North Ave - (773) 782-0450
Handlebar 2311 W North Ave - (773) 384-9546
Lava Lounge 1270 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 342-5282
Louie's Pub 1659 W North Ave - (773) 227-7947
Jun Bar 2050 W Division St - (773) 486-6700
Marshall McGearty Tobacco Lounge 1553 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-8410
Moonshine 1824 W Division St - (773) 862-8686
Nick's Beer Garden 1516 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 252-1155
The Note 1516 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 342-3362
Paje 1332 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 395-1313
People Lounge 1560 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 227-9339
Phyllis' Musical Inn 1800 W Division St - (773) 486-9862
Piece Brewery & Pizzeria 1927 W North Ave - (773) 772-4422
Pint 1547 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 772-0990
Pontiac Cafe & Bar 1531 N Damen Ave - (773) 252-7767
Salud Tequila Lounge 1471 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 235-5577
Subterranean 2011 W North Ave - (773) 278-6600
Sweet Alice 1415 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 227-3310
Swig 1469 N Milwaukee Ave - (773) 384-1439
Vintage Wine Bar 1942 W Division St - (773) 772-3400
Wicker Park Tavern 1958 W North Ave - (773) 278-5138
Zakopane 1734 W Division St - (773) 486-1559

Community

Wicker Park & Bucktown Chamber of Commerce - http://www.wickerparkbucktown.com
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