Map 42 • North Center/Roscoe Village/West Lakeview image

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North Center/Roscoe Village/West Lakeview

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Map 42

The tan, fit, stroller-pushing set rule in Roscoe Village and West Lakeview. The north side jewel is populated with greystones and brownstones, lush, tiny green lawns, funky boutiques, expensive grocery stores, and cozy neighborhood restaurants. The nightlife here is mostly subdued with Saturday nights consisting of dive bar crawls.

image Landmarks

• 19th District • 2452 W Belmont Ave

312-744-5983

Going to “Western & Belmont” is synonymous for being in deep sh#*.

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• Beat Kitchen • 2100 W Belmont Ave

773-281-4444

Hip music spot in a not so hip hood.

• Black Rock • 3614 N Damen Ave

773-348-4044

Not sure what this place is.

• Brownstone Tavern and Grill •

3937 N Lincoln Ave

773-528-3700

Charming sports bar with a lovely summer patio.

• Cody’s Public House • 1658 W Barry Ave

773-528-4050

Named after the owner’s dog.

• Constellation • 3111 N Western Ave

Links Hall-Mike Reed partnership in former Viaduct Theatre.

• Four Moon Tavern • 1847 W Roscoe St

773-929-6666

Neighborhood tavern. Cozy back room. Thespian crowd.

• The Four Treys • 3333 N Damen Ave

773-549-8845

One of 5,000 drinking options in this area.

• G&L Fire Escape • 2157 W Grace St

773-472-1138

Attention ladies! It’s a fireman’s hangout!

• Goldie’s Bar • 3839 N Lincoln Ave

773 404-5322

Cozy dive with daily $1 PBR and battered board games.

• Martyrs’ • 3855 N Lincoln Ave

773-404-9494

Great stage for live acts.

• Riverview Tavern • 1958 W Roscoe St

773-248-9523

Another Roscoe Village watering hole.

• Roscoe Village Pub • 2159 W Addison St

773-472-6160

Karaoke in a dive bar…doesn’t get much better than that.

• Village Tap • 2055 W Roscoe St

773-883-0817

Neighborhood icon with a touch of class.

• Waterhouse • 3407 N Paulina Ave

773-871-1200

Local lounge aiming for a classy feel.

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• 90 Miles Cuban Cafe • 3101 N Clybourn Ave

773-248-2822 • $

Casual Cuban, counter-seating only.

• Brownstone Tavern and Grill •

3937 N Lincoln Ave

773-528-3700 • $

Charming sports bar with a lovely summer patio.

• Café Orchid • 1746 W Addison St

773-327-3808 • $$

Authentic Turkish food served in a romantic hideaway.

• Delicious Cafe • 3827 N Lincoln Ave

773-697-4857 • $

Vegan cafe fare.

• Frasca • 3358 N Paulina St

773-248-5222 • $$

European-style pizza with a cozy wine bar and outdoor seating.

• Hot Woks Cool Sushi • 2032 W Roscoe St

773-880-9800 • $$$

Try the crispy egg rolls.

• Kitsch’n on Roscoe • 2005 W Roscoe St

773-248-7372 • $$

Clever retro food and tiki bar. Friendly staff.

• Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro • 3905 N Lincoln Ave

773-248-3905 • $$$

Fancy Irish food: An oxymoron, or reality? Decide for yourself here.

• Namo Thai • 3900 N Lincoln Ave

773-327-8818 • $$

Traditional Thai in a slick, big city setting.

• Piazza Bella Trattoria & Osteria •

2116 W Roscoe St

773-477-7330 • $$$

Neighborhood Italian.

• Rapidito Colombian Gourmet Bites •

1855 W Diversey Pkwy

773-857-3999 • $$

Colombian street food, including their boffo version of a hot dog.

• Scooter’s Frozen Custard • 1658 W Belmont Ave

773-244-6415 • $

The tastiest custard this side of St. Louis.

• Thai Linda Café • 2022 W Roscoe St

773-868-0075 • $$

Standard-issue neighborhood Thai.

• Turquoise Restaurant • 2147 W Roscoe St

773-549-3523 • $$

Fresh and creative Middle-Eastern fare.

• Victory’s Banner • 2100 W Roscoe St

773-665-0227 • $

Vegetarian brunch served by toga-clad Sri Chimnoy followers.

• Volo Restaurant Wine Bar • 2008 W Roscoe St

773-348-4600 • $$$

New American small plates with swirl.

Catch a show at Beat Kitchen, try the crispy egg rolls at Hot Woks Cool Sushi and enjoy the generous portions at Piazza Bella Trattoria. Unwind with a late night pint at local favorites The Village Tap and rugby bar Black Rock.

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• Andy’s Music • 2300 W Belmont Ave

773-868-1234

Knock yourself out browsing all the exotic musical instruments sold here.

• Antique Resources • 1741 W Belmont Ave

773-871-4242

Large inventory of antique furniture.

• Bazar Apparel • 3350 N Paulina St

773-388-9851

Women’s young contemporary apparel.

• Community Home Supply • 3924 N Lincoln Ave

773-281-7010

One of the best (and priciest) kitchen and bath boutiques.

• Dinkel’s Bakery • 3329 N Lincoln Ave

773-281-7300

Old-school German bakery since 1922.

• Father Time Antiques • 2108 W Belmont Ave

773-880-5599

A plethora of timepieces.

• Good Old Days • 2138 W Belmont Ave

773-472-8837

Antiques and treasures.

• Hubba Hubba • 2040 W Roscoe St

773-477-1414

Boutique clothing and jewelry at moderate prices.

• Lulu’s at the Belle Kay • 3862 N Lincoln Ave

773-404-5858

Vintage clothing and jewelry.

• Lush Wine and Spirits • 2232 W Roscoe St

773-281-8888

Wine, microbrews, and booze.

• Lynn’s Hallmark • 3353 N Lincoln Ave

773-281-8108

Cards, stationery, and gift wrap.

• MegMade • 2415 W Barry Ave

312-636-3583

Refurbished vintage furniture.

• The Needle Shop • 3738 N Lincoln Ave

Fabric store that offers classes.

• The Pleasure Chest • 3436 N Lincoln Ave

773-525-7151

Sextastic adult store.

• Roscoe Books • 2142 W Roscoe St

773-857-2676

Friendly Village shop for bike repair and parts.

• Roscoe Village Bikes • 2016 W Roscoe St

773-477-7550

Indie bookstore with an extensive children’s section.

• Shangri-La Vintage • 1952 W Roscoe St

773-348-5090

Funky pleather jackets, plenty o’ accessories, nylon shirts galore.

• Skyscraper Heels • 2202 W Belmont Ave

773-477-8495

Sky-high heels up to size 17.