http://chicago.citysearch.com/roundup/42932 Devon Avenue, the Indo-Pak capital of Chicago, is best in the early evening when businesses are still open but the daylight has started to fail, and the lights, sounds and general chaos come into focus. Start east, move west, mainly because this will give a point of reference--the lake behind you--but it doesn't really matter; Devon is packed with interesting sights, sounds and smells. en Copyright 2008 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 http://images.citysearch.com/roundup/61/a5/42932r1.jpg http://chicago.citysearch.com/roundup/42932 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This grocery store is a real hodge-podge of priced-to-move American items and Indo-Pak delicacies. You might not want to do all your shopping for the week here, but if you are in the market, say for a pound of dried tiber chilies, this is your place. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/36793883/chicago_il/par_birdie_foods_incorporated.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles There are literally dozens of sit-down dining options on Devon--click through to our list of picks below. But if you're not in the mood to dally, walk into this dumpy stand and order anything--we like the goat biryani, but it's all cheap and delicious--and see how many blocks it lasts. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/36794065/chicago_il/ghareeb_nawaz.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Need an up-close lesson in the life cycle? Like the name suggests your dinner starts the day here in a cage. Once bled, plucked, eviscerated and cleaned, your bird, bunny or fish is packaged to go. Fresher than the anonymous commercial processing of livestock at your local mega-mart. Period. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/36787095/chicago_il/chicago_live_poultry.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles You're not going to impress anyone waiting in the rain for a new Apple device. Instead, hit Devon if you just have to have to out-do your gadget-head friends. GSM phones, unlocked overseas models, even old-school cell phones--Overseas has them at the store or can find them all online. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/36794002/chicago_il/overseas_electronics.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Most jewelry stores on Devon are dingey mom-and-pop joints crammed with semi-precious metals and gems. Not Raj. Inside find a sprawling, golden-hued showroom expertly edited and tended to by expert staff decked out in matching sari uniforms. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/36794128/chicago_il/raj_jewels_of_london_incorporated.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles One word--Bollywood. Find the epic romance stories as novels or DVDs, as well as Indian and Pakistani spiritual and educational books, newspapers, magazines and knick-knacks. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/36794114/chicago_il/india_bookhouse_journal.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Boutique isn't really the right word here--emporium is a better fit. The store itself isn't huge, but the selection of saris, sherwanis, bridal wear, shoes, jewelry and shoes is enormous. Custom-made outfits are a specialty here. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/36794151/chicago_il/chandni_boutique_inc_.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Upscale Devon Avenue Indian spot exudes romance with handsome decor and grand presentation. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/3737782/chicago_il/tiffin.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This jewel of an Indian restaurant offers reliably excellent, reasonably priced fare in intimate surroundings--and it's BYOB. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/3723906/chicago_il/hema_s_kitchen.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Devon Avenue vegetarian favorite offers an excellent primer in the ABCs of Southern Indian cuisine. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/3737783/chicago_il/udupi_palace_restaurant.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Cozy Indian kitchen excels with warm service, unique cuisine and a variety of tempting breads. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/37502214/chicago_il/bhabi_s_ktichen.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Family-friendly Indo-Pak restaurant honoring zabiha traditions brings upscale dining to Devon. Chicago, IL http://chicago.citysearch.com/profile/36794036/chicago_il/usmania_restaurant.html Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:35:27 -0700