This list is also a fantastic resource for me as I have never been to the Shakespeare Garden and it's on my list along with Bat Bar - which I just heard of the other day at a porch party (more on that later)!
Also mentioned was the Fountain Square Arts Festival, featuring 200 artists, on July 6 and 7 at the corner of Sherman Avenue and Church Street. This FREE festival is a great event over the 4th of July holiday weekend. See you there!
Below is the full list of 15, congrats to all of the businesses that made it!
Bat 17
[1] Beer geeks flock to this deli and pub for its tasty fare, pool tables, and 40-plus craft brews. 1709 Benson Ave., 847-733-7117,bat17evanston.com
[1] Beer geeks flock to this deli and pub for its tasty fare, pool tables, and 40-plus craft brews. 1709 Benson Ave., 847-733-7117,bat17evanston.com
Chalk Boutique
[2] Carrie Kane and Sharon Watrous bring an urban edge to their high-end women’s wear boutique, carrying Nina Ricci, Chloé, and the Row. 2611 Prairie Ave., 847-424-0011, chalkboutique.com
[2] Carrie Kane and Sharon Watrous bring an urban edge to their high-end women’s wear boutique, carrying Nina Ricci, Chloé, and the Row. 2611 Prairie Ave., 847-424-0011, chalkboutique.com
Charles G. Dawes House
[3] Tour Calvin Coolidge’s vice president’s 26-room residence, which is home to the Evanston History Center.225 Greenwood St., 847-475-3410,evanstonhistorycenter.org
[3] Tour Calvin Coolidge’s vice president’s 26-room residence, which is home to the Evanston History Center.225 Greenwood St., 847-475-3410,evanstonhistorycenter.org
Dave’s Down to Earth Rock Shop
[4] Shop here for gems, crystals, and jewelry, or explore the store’s fossil museum, with its complete cave bear skeleton. 704 Main St., 847-866-7374, davesrockshop.com
[4] Shop here for gems, crystals, and jewelry, or explore the store’s fossil museum, with its complete cave bear skeleton. 704 Main St., 847-866-7374, davesrockshop.com
Evanston Galleria
[5] Local artisans hawk art and clothing at this bazaar.1627 Sherman Ave., 773-245-9779,galleriainevanston.com
[5] Local artisans hawk art and clothing at this bazaar.1627 Sherman Ave., 773-245-9779,galleriainevanston.com
Evanston Space
[6] Enjoy remarkable jazz and roots music at this candlelit lounge, hidden behind Union Pizzeria. 1245 Chicago Ave., 847-492-8860, evanstonspace.com
[6] Enjoy remarkable jazz and roots music at this candlelit lounge, hidden behind Union Pizzeria. 1245 Chicago Ave., 847-492-8860, evanstonspace.com
Found
[7] Amy Morton’s homey bistro—No. 3 on Chicago’s 2013 list of best new restaurants—excels at daring small plates (fried oyster tacos, pork shoulder sandwiches). 1631 Chicago Ave., 847-868-8945,foundkitchen.com
[7] Amy Morton’s homey bistro—No. 3 on Chicago’s 2013 list of best new restaurants—excels at daring small plates (fried oyster tacos, pork shoulder sandwiches). 1631 Chicago Ave., 847-868-8945,foundkitchen.com
Maple Avenue houses
[8] Spot three Queen Annes or Tudor Revivals, all on the National Register of Historic Places, on these three blocks.1101–13, 1209–17, and 1316 Maple Ave.
Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
[9] Northwestern University’s fine arts museum showcases 5,000 works. Catch a classic flick in the adjacent cinema.40 Arts Circle Dr., 847-491-4000,blockmuseum.northwestern.edu
[9] Northwestern University’s fine arts museum showcases 5,000 works. Catch a classic flick in the adjacent cinema.40 Arts Circle Dr., 847-491-4000,blockmuseum.northwestern.edu
Merrick Rose Garden
[10] You may stumble upon a summer wedding at this romantic enclave, where 2,000 roses ring a brick-walled lawn. Oak Avenue and Lake Street, cityofevanston.org
[10] You may stumble upon a summer wedding at this romantic enclave, where 2,000 roses ring a brick-walled lawn. Oak Avenue and Lake Street, cityofevanston.org
Northwestern lakefill
[11] This 74-acre campus extension offers lovely walking paths, shaded picnic spots, and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and Chicago. northwestern.edu
[11] This 74-acre campus extension offers lovely walking paths, shaded picnic spots, and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and Chicago. northwestern.edu
Shakespeare Garden
[12] Fans of the Bard will notice more than 50 plants mentioned in his works at Northwestern’s garden.2101 Sheridan Rd., thegardenclubofevanston.org
[12] Fans of the Bard will notice more than 50 plants mentioned in his works at Northwestern’s garden.2101 Sheridan Rd., thegardenclubofevanston.org
The Spice House
[13] Fresh-ground, fabulous-smelling spices from around the world line the shelves of this 16-year-old store. 1941 Central St., 847-328-3711, thespicehouse.com
[13] Fresh-ground, fabulous-smelling spices from around the world line the shelves of this 16-year-old store. 1941 Central St., 847-328-3711, thespicehouse.com
Ten Thousand Villages
[14] This fair trade retailer stocks bags and home wares from 38 countries. 719 Main St., 847-733-8258, evanston.tenthousandvillages.com
[14] This fair trade retailer stocks bags and home wares from 38 countries. 719 Main St., 847-733-8258, evanston.tenthousandvillages.com
Union Pizzeria
[15] The Neapolitan-style pies are a must at this inviting bar and restaurant. 1245 Chicago Ave., 847-475-2400, unionevanston.com
[15] The Neapolitan-style pies are a must at this inviting bar and restaurant. 1245 Chicago Ave., 847-475-2400, unionevanston.com
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