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Neighborhood Guide: Bucktown/Wicker Park Neighborhood Guide: Bucktown/Wicker Park RSS

By Citysearch Staff, Chicago

Photo by Kelly McKinnell
Photo by Kelly McKinnell
Catch this area while it's hot.
On This Page: Dining, Nightlife, Shopping

Dining

  1. Bongo Room

    1470 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
    Breakfast and lunch basics get the funky Wicker Park treatment.

  2. Cafe Absinthe

    1954 W North Ave, Chicago, IL
    A Wicker Park favorite for fine dining in a romantic, intimate atmosphere.

  3. Club Lucky

    1824 W Wabansia Ave, Chicago, IL
    A lively, cross-generational crowd flocks to this Bucktown mainstay for Italian food in a hip, retro setting.

  4. D'Vine

    1950 W North Ave, Chicago, IL
    An extensive martini menu, DJs and clubby couches make this hangout a fine late-night retreat.

  5. Earwax Cafe

    1561 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
    Wicker Park cafe serves vegetarian fare to budget-conscious hipsters in a colorful, circus-y setting.

  6. Spring

    2039 W North Ave, Chicago, IL
    Chef Shawn McClain finds a home for his artful, Asian-tinged New American cuisine.

  7. Mirai Sushi

    2020 W Division St, Chicago, IL
    Hipsters scarf sushi at this upscale Wicker Park lounge.

Nightlife

  1. Danny's Tavern

    1951 W Dickens Ave, Chicago, IL
    One of the hippest house parties you'll ever attend.

  2. Double Door

    1572 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
    Milwaukee Avenue concert venue anchors Wicker Park/Bucktown nightlife

  3. Marie's Rip-Tide Lounge

    1745 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
    A freewheeling tavern whose Eisenhower-era decor, jukebox, late-night hours and proprietress have earned icon status.

Shopping

  1. Embelezar

    1639 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL
    Ethnic decor for the ultra-chic mingles antiques and antique replicas for a found-object, flea-market feel.

  2. Eye Want

    1543 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
    Fashionistas who see their specs as a statement revel in this store's selection.

  3. Fenway Gallery

    1528 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL
    Exotic home furnishings from India, Africa, China, Italy, and beyond for the adventurous-at-heart urban dweller

  4. Kachi Bachi

    2041 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL
    Light and feminine designs add style to your boudoir.

  5. P.45

    1643 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL
    Urban boutique showcases under-the-radar labels.

  6. Paper Doll

    2048 W Division St, Chicago, IL
    This hidden treasure in Wicker Park specializes in quirky trinkets and one-of-a-kind paper goods.

  7. Reckless Records

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    1532 N Milwaukee, Chicago, IL
    Wicker Park music store with an extensive inventory, especially good for underground staples.

  8. Stitch

    1723 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL
    This Bucktown accessories and home furnishings boutique is heavy on leather goods.

  9. Virtu

    2034 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL
    Housewares and unique jewelry double as artwork at this Bucktown gem.

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