Oak Park Area

VISITOR GUIDE

Communities
Bellwood
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 WELCOME TO
DOWNTOWN OAK PARK
Located 9 miles west of Chicago’s Loop &
steps away from the Frank Lloyd Wright
Historic District, Downtown Oak Park
offers an exceptional array of shops and
restaurants, as well as a classic seven-screen
movie theater and an exciting schedule of
year-round festivals and events.

Accessible by both the Metra and

CTA green line.

Visit our website for information,

calendar of events and more.

www.downtownoakpark.net
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Contents Visitors
n Communities 4
Center
n Business Districts 7 1010 Lake Street
Oak Park, IL 60301
n Attractions 8 1-888-OAK-PARK
n Accommodations 12 VisitOakPark.com

n Eating & Drinking 14

n Shopping 22
n Arts & Culture 26
n Event Spaces & Facilities 29
n Local Resources 32
n Transportation 37
n Berwyn 40 Published by Wednesday Journal, Inc.,

n Brookfield 42 141 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302

708-524-8300 | OakPark.com

n Riverside 44

FOLD OUT
n Maps

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 COMMUNITIES

Welcome to the Oak Park Area

Just 9 miles west of downtown Chicago, the Oak Park Area is a visitor’s
getaway to exploring the 21 communities in Western Cook County.
Oak Park and the area’s
communities began on the American
Frontier.  In the 1830s, the first
settlers nurtured a community rich in
heritage and culture.  
Today, visitors can discover
this enriched history and culture
by exploring famous architect
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie style
homes.  This includes his Home
& Studio, Unity Temple and more
than 25 designed structures in the
neighborhood.  Visit Nobel Laureate and Pulitzer Prize winning author Ernest
Hemingway’s Birthplace and Museum, or stop by George Maher’s Pleasant
Home and experience the grandness of this prairie style home.
Pass through the communities of Berwyn, Riverside, and Cicero on historic
Route 66.  Come enjoy a theatre performance, live rock bands, or indulge in a
little shopping and dining, all right here at your fingertips.
The area is full of activities for the family too!  Spend a day or two enjoying
Brookfield Zoo, Wonder Works Museum or the Conservatory.  The area is full of
family friendly activities and festivals throughout the year.
Visitors will enjoy the area’s many attractions, shops, dining, entertainment,
and accommodations priced to meet any budget.  The Oak Park Area is an ideal
place for friends, families, or groups to visit or host a special event.  Stay at a
hotel or a B&B in the area.  Conveniently located, visit by train, car, or public
transportation.  Visit Oak Park, your experience awaits!

Visit Oak Park

www.VisitOakPark.com | 1-888-OAK-PARK

On the cover
Cover Photo Credits: Brookfield Zoo, Oak Park Area
Unity Temple, Frank Lloyd Wright Home VISITOR GUIDE

& Studio, Novo, Village of Brookfield, The

Heritage, Oak Park Conservatory.

Other photos provided by Visit Oak Park and

Wednesday Journal
Visit Oak Park Visitor Guide Editor: Valerie Revelle
Medina and Kevin Kilbride.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy
of the information in the guide. We recommend
calling ahead to verify times and dates. Comments
concerning this guide should be sent to Visit Oak Park; COMMUNITIES
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Village of Bellwood Village of Melrose Park

P. 708-547-3500 P. 708-343-4000
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Village of Berkeley City of Northlake
P. 708-449-8840 P. 708-343-8700
berkeley.il.us northlakecity.com
City of Berwyn Village of North Riverside
P. 708-788-2660 P. 708-447-4211
berwyn-il.gov or whyberwyn.com northriverside-il.org
Village of Brookfield Village of Oak Park
P. 708-485-7344 P. 708-383-6400
brookfieldil.gov oak-park.us
Town of Cicero Village of River Forest
P. 708-656-3600 P. 708-366-8500
thetownofcicero.com vrf.us
Village of Elmwood Park Village of River Grove
P. 708-452-7300 P. 708-453-8000
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Village of Forest Park Village of Riverside
P. 708-366-2323 P. 708-447-2700
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Village of Franklin Park Village of Schiller Park
P. 847-671-4800 P. 847-678-2550
villageoffranklinpark.com villageofschillerpark.com
Village of Hillside Village of Westchester
P. 708-449-6450 P. 708-345-0020
hillside-il.org westchester-il.org
Village of Maywood
P. 708-450-6300
maywood-il.org

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Hemingway District
hemingwaydistrict.com
100 N. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-445-1149
The Hemingway District in the “Heart
of Oak Park” is home to a group of
award-winning restaurants, specialty
shops, and international and local
designers of jewelry and fashion.
Located on Oak Park Avenue from
the Hemingway Birth Home to St.
Edmunds Church and on Lake Street
and North/South Boulevards from
Euclid to Grove.
Downtown Oak Park
downtownoakpark.net
1010 Lake St., Ste. 114
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-383-4145
Downtown Oak Park offers an
exceptional array of stores
and restaurants, including
one-of-a-kind boutiques
and an impressive mix of
ethnic cuisines that will
delight every personality,
schedule, and budget.
Accessible by both the
Metra and the CTA green
line, Downtown Oak
Park offers a year’s worth
of special events that
will make your visit to Oak Park a
memorable one.
Located between Harlem and Forest
Avenue and Ontario and the train
station.
Oak Park Arts District
oakparkartsdistrict.com
Harrison St. between Ridgeland Ave.
and Austin Blvd.
A unique collection of studios, shops,
and restaurants on Harrison Street.
Dance and yoga studios, healing arts
practices, a specialty pet store, salons
and barbershops, a beading studio,
and an iconic record store are some of
the businesses in the district. Please
check the website for information
on classes and special events like the
monthly Third Friday Gallery Walk.
BUSINESS DISTRICTS
P
Q Pleasant District
Association Z
pleasantdistrictoakpark.com
South Blvd. to Randolph St., Harlem Ave.
to Home Ave.
The PDA is a membership, volunteer-
based, not-for-profit organization that
is committed
to promoting
the long term
economic
health and
vibrancy of the
commercial
and residential
district bound
by Harlem
Avenue, South
Boulevard, Home Avenue, and
Randolph Street. They encourage all
businesses, residents, and property
owners to become members.
Frank Lloyd Wright Historic
T District
Oak Park is internationally known for
its architectural styles ranging from
Victorian to Prairie. It is also known as
having the most Frank Lloyd Wright
designed buildings in the world. A
third of the houses in the Village are
located in historic districts, one of
them being the Frank Lloyd Wright/
Prairie School of Architecture Historic
District. The FLW Historic District
boasts beautiful tree-lined streets
with gorgeous homes that are not
to be missed. You may even feel like
you’ve walked right into a storybook.
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Cernan Earth & Space Center

triton.edu/cernan
2000 Fifth Ave.
River Grove, IL 60171
708-583-3100
Explore the stars and planets visible in
Earth’s night sky or travel to the edge
of the Universe. From black holes to
biodiversity, dramatic programs at the
Cernan Center take audiences of all
ages on exciting voyages of discovery.
Visit triton.edu/Cernan for schedules,
previews, pricing, Star Store hours,
laser shows, membership, and more.

Ernest Hemingway
Birthplace
ehfop.org
339 N. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302 Escape Factor
708-848-2222 (FOREST PARK MAP)
Enjoy guided tours of the Ernest escape-factor.com
Hemingway Birthplace Home where 7228 Madison St.
the Nobel Prize winning author was Forest Park, IL 60130
born in 1899 and spent his early 708-943-7227
life. Group rates and times Escape Factor is a live
available. Reservations are interactive escape
only required for groups game experience that
greater than 10 people. Gift combines team building,
shop on site. Admission communication, and critical
includes Hemingway thinking. Whether your
Museum (self-guided). team is trying to escape a
room or achieve an ultimate
Ernest Hemingway goal, you will work together
Museum to solve puzzles and riddles
and find keys and combinations in
ehfop.org
this exhilarating adventure!
200 N. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-848-2222
Frank Lloyd Wright Home
Explore displays featuring rare
& Studio
photos of Hemingway, his childhood flwright.org
diary, letters, early writings, and 951 Chicago Ave.
other memorabilia. Enjoy videos Oak Park, IL 60302
documenting the author’s life and 312-994-4000
work. Group rates and times available. Frank Lloyd Wright used his first
Reservations home to experiment with
are only design concepts that
required for contain the seeds of his
groups greater architectural philosophy.
than 10 people. In his adjacent studio,
Admission Wright and his associates
includes developed a new American
Hemingway architecture - Prairie style.
Birthplace Tour Purchase tickets in advance
(guided). at flwright.org.

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Frank Lloyd Wright’s
Unity Temple
utrf.org
875 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-383-8873
Frank Lloyd
Wright’s Unity
Temple is an
architectural
masterpiece and
National Historic
Landmark,
considered to
be among the
most innovative
and imaginative structures of the 20th
century. Frank Lloyd Wright himself
called it “my contribution to modern
architecture.” The long-awaited,
monumental and comprehensive
$23 million dollar restoration was
completed in 2017.
Garfield Park Conservatory
garfieldconservatory.org
300 N. Central Park Ave.
Chicago, IL 60624
312-746-5100
Easily accessible via the CTA Green
Line Train, Conservatory stop,
this is one of the largest indoor
conservatories in the country. Special
features include the tropical Palm
House and Fern Room, designed by
Jens Jensen. The Children’s Garden,
Desert House, Monet Garden, Sugar
from the Sun (permanent exhibit)
and outdoor gardens are also worth
seeing!
GoApe Treetop Adventure
& Zipline Course
goape.com
1100 Ogden Ave.
Western Springs, IL 60154
800-971-8271
See the Forest Preserves from the
Treetops! This seven-acre course, built
and operated by Go Ape, offers a two
to three hour trek through more than
40 obstacles located 40 feet in the air.
The course includes 5 breathtaking zip
lines, Tarzan swings and a series of rope
ladders, bridges, spider webs and more.
AT T R A C T I O N S
Hal Tyrell Trailside Museum
fpdcc.com/nature-centers/trailside-
museum-natural-history
738 Thatcher Ave.
River Forest, IL 60305
708-366-6530
The historic mid-1870s Victorian
mansion is nestled in a nature-
dense haven for live native
animals, wildflower gardens and
more. Natural-surfaced hiking
trails wind through beautiful
oak woodlands and to a pond,
and along the Des Plaines River.
Trailside Museum is child-
friendly and offers a wide variety
of public nature programs and exhibits
for children, families, and adults.
Oak Park Art League
oakparkartleague.org
720 Chicago Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-386-9853
Founded in 1921, the Oak Park
Art League is one of the longest,
continually-running non-profit arts
organizations in Illinois. The Art
League offers art education, guest
lectures, artist demonstrations,
critiques, and exhibition
opportunities in the art gallery.
Stop by for a free tour of the historic
building or visit the gallery to see and
purchase artwork created by local
artists.
Oak Park River Forest
Museum
(new home of the Historical Society
of Oak Park River Forest)
oprfhistory.org
129 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-848-6755
Opening in 2017, the community’s
newest museum is an 1898 firehouse
transformed into an eco-friendly
facility with a geothermal HVAC
system. Exhibits tell the stories
of these two unique villages. The
designated Oak Park Landmark
features a restored interior, a research
center open to the public, and regular
public programs.
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Oak Park Conservatory
oakparkconservatory.org or fopcon.org
615 Garfield St.
Oak Park, IL 60304
708-725-2400
The Oak Park Conservatory
consists of three indoor botanical
showrooms, Rubinstein
Meeting Room & Garden,
and the Elsie Jacobsen
Discovery Garden. The
Conservatory is an ideal
location for a birthday
party, bridal, or wedding
shower. Browse the gift
store for unique nature-
based children’s items and
specialty gardening products. Visit us
online for programs, special events, &
tour information.
Oak Park Visitors Center
visitoakpark.com
1010 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-848-1500
The one-stop shop for visitors in the
area, the Oak Park Visitors Center
offers unique gifts and local art as
well as a range of dining guides
and area maps to make your stay
stress-free. Tickets are available
for Hemingway’s Birthplace and
Museum, the Pleasant Home, the Oak
Park Festival Theatre, and more.
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Pleasant Home
pleasanthome.org
217 S. Home Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-383-2654
Explore this opulent mansion
designed by Prairie School architect
George W. Maher in 1897. A National
Historic Landmark, Pleasant Home
features an Arts & Crafts interior with
art glass windows and intricately
carved wood. The home is available
for event rental, guided tours, and
offers a variety of programming.
There Goes the
Neighborhood Tour of
Gangster History
oprfgangstertour.com
Oak Park Visitors Center
1010 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-848-1500
John Binder’s tour visits 15 houses
in Oak Park and River Forest which
were once owned by major
hoodlums, including
Tony Accardo,
Paul Ricca, Sam
Giancana, “Tough
Tony” Capezio, and
“Machine Gun Jack”
McGurn. Hear about
their criminal careers
and interesting features
of their houses. Purchase
tickets at the Visitors Center.
Wonder Works Children’s
Museum
wonder-works.org
6445 W. North Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-383-4815
Wonder Works is a child-sized world
with six experience zones where
young visitors explore, experiment,
create, and imagine. An environment
designed for play-based learning,
with programming and events that
employ the arts and sciences and
strengthen social, emotional and
intellectual development. Daily
admissions, memberships, field trips,
private and semi-private parties.
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HOTELS
Carleton of Oak Park
carletonhotel.com
1110 Pleasant St.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-848-5000
154 beautifully appointed guestrooms
and suites. Conference and banquet
facilities are available. Barclay’s
American Grille and Poor Phil’s
Restaurant are located in the hotel.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Chicago West O’Hare Airport Area
holidayinnwestohare.com
200 South Mannheim Rd.
Write Inn
Hillside, IL 60162
708-544-2700 writeinn.com
211 N. Oak Park Ave.
Centrally located off I-290 this
Oak Park, IL 60302
newly built Holiday Inn
708-383-4800
Express & Suites
features 135 Enjoy your stay in this
beautiful guest historic renovated inn
rooms. Guests with 65 rooms and
enjoy in-room suites. Family, Parlor
microwaves, King, or Signature Suite
mini refrigerators, Rooms are available.
flat panel HDTV, The Write Inn is walking
and can relax in the distance to Hemingway
indoor pool and Jacuzzi, shopping and dining district, the
or workout in the fitness center. Green Line to Chicago’s Loop, Frank
Guests enjoy complimentary shuttle Lloyd Wright Home & Studio, Unity
transportation to O’Hare Airport, CTA Temple, and Hemingway Birthplace.
Blue Line, and all Oak Park businesses The Inn features the fine cuisine of
and attractions. Hemmingway’s Bistro.

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We have many vegan and
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breakfast and lunch.

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Serving Oak Park
Since 1959 708-383-1750
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BED & BREAKFASTS

Bishops Hall Bed & Breakfast
bishopshallusa.com
605 Iowa St.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-383-7774
Built in 1916 in the Georgian revival
style, Bishops Hall was a bishop’s
residence for several decades.
Located amongst the highest
concentration of Frank Lloyd Wright
commissioned homes, including
Wright’s own home and studio. It is a
rare opportunity to stay in one of Oak
Park’s exceptional historic homes.

Harvey House Bed &

Breakfast
harveyhousebb.com
107 S. Scoville Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-848-6810
With its welcoming yet informal
atmosphere, Harvey House guests
can enjoy good company or simply
just take a break from daily life.
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Barclay’s American Grille Z Buzz Café T

barclaysamericangrille.com thebuzzcafe.com
1110 Pleasant St. 905 S. Lombard St.
Oak Park, IL 60302 Oak Park, IL 60304
708-848-4250 708-660-0894
Barclay’s American Grille serves A wonderful community gathering
classic American cuisine place in the heart
and offers a relaxed of the Oak Park Arts
dining experience with District specializing
exceptional food and in fabulous coffee,
service. It is the perfect organic and locally
gathering place for grown foods, and
friends and families. serving breakfast,
The bar offers multiple lunch and dinner.
high-definition flat panel Local art and crafts
televisions and a private for sale, live music,
dining room is available book clubs, etc. Very
for large parties. kid friendly!

Welcome to the Carleton

Beautifully decorated meeting/banquet rooms to
accommodate groups of six to 200 guests.
For dining, Barclay’s American Grille and Poor
Phil’s restaurants are located in the hotel.
Located within walking distance of the Frank Lloyd
Wright Home & Studio, Hemingway’s Birthplace
and the Hemingway Museum.
Come experience all the treasures Oak Park has to offer!
1110 Pleasant St. Oak Park, IL 60302 708.848.5000
www.carletonhotel.com

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Citrine Café P Connolly’s Public House Z

citrinecafe.com connollyspublichouse.com
100 S. Oak Park Ave. 1109 South Blvd.
Oak Park, IL 60302 Oak Park, IL 60302
708-948-7328 708-613-5905
Located in the heart of Oak Park, A fun, family-owned Irish pub that
Citrine offers Mediterranean caters to a vibrant, dynamic
influenced cuisine with American American market
flair, including fresh seafood, with a menu that
braised and brined meats brings Irish food
and vegetables cooked into the new
in clay pots within a millennium.
brick oven. A casual yet Connolly’s
elegant environment, offers the
the staff strives to exceed congenial
all expectations of service, atmosphere of a
whether you are visiting for a true public house
family celebration or a romantic – an extension of the
dinner. proprietor’s living room.

We believe good food, community and family are the ties that
bind, and that the café embodies those ideals wholeheartedly.
We specialize in locally sourced, organic, vegan and
vegetarian foods as well as fair trade coffees from around the
world. Buzz Cafe has become an Oak Park tradition.

Visit thebuzzcafe.com
for our menu,weekly specials and events!
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Francesca’s Fiore (FOREST PARK MAP)

miafrancesca.com
7407 W. Madison St.
Forest Park, IL 60130
708-771-3063
Very comfortable, warm room, with
skylights and fireplaces. Generous,
affordable, Northern Italian Cuisine.
Four star service in a casually elegant
atmosphere. Specializing in private
functions for groups of 20-200. Two
private dining rooms. Open for lunch
during the week and brunch on the
weekends.

Grape Leaves P
grapeleaves.us
Cucina Paradiso P
129 S Oak Park Ave.
cucinaoakpark.com Oak Park, IL 60302
814 North Blvd. 708-848-5555
Oak Park, IL 60302
Since 1994, Grape Leaves has been
708-848-3434
serving the community of Oak Park
Located off Oak Park’s with unique,
renowned Oak Park
flavorful dishes
Ave., specializing in
from Lebanon
classical and modern
and Morocco.
regional Italian cuisine.
Conveniently
Begin your meal with
a flavorful antipasto, located off the
followed by the famous Oak Park Green
thin pizzas, pastas, Line station, it is
and tempting entrees. a great place to
Come and dine in the visit with family.
contemporary dining room and bar, The Moroccan mint tea is a must-try,
or enjoy dinner on the buzzing and and they also cater to gluten-free,
beautiful outdoor patio. vegetarian, and vegan customers.

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Hemmingway’s Bistro P
hemmingwaysbistro.com
211 N. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-524-0806
Hemmingway’s Bistro is
owned and operated by Chef
Christopher Ala. The restaurant’s
bistro interior brings back the
grand charm of Paris in the early
1930’s, featuring such staples as
Coq au Vin, Cassoulet Toulousain,
Bouillabaisse, Beef Wellington,
and Duck à l’Orange. Whenever
in the Oak Park area it’s worth
a trip to Hemmingway’s Bistro
located in the Write Inn. Bon
Appetit!

Khyber Pass Q
khyberpassrestaurant.com
1031 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-445-9036
Established in 1995, Khyber
Pass is celebrating more
than 20 years in business.
Take a culinary passage
through the land of exotic
spices and aromas. Received
“Four Forks” from the
Chicago Tribune. Strongly
recommended by the
Chicago Sun Times, Chicago
Magazine, & Where Chicago.
Live entertainment on
weekends.

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Kinslahger Brewing
Company
kinslahger.com
6806 Roosevelt Rd.
Oak Park, IL 60304
844-552-4437
Specializing in lagered beers,
Kinslahger welcomes
visitors to their tasting room
designed for conversation
among friends new and old.
Artisan snacks (farmhouse
gouda, dry sausage, and
fresh pretzels) are available
for purchase or you can
support area restaurants
by bringing your own food.
Owned and operated by Oak Park/
River Forest residents.
Lou Malnati’s Oak Park
loumalnatis.com/oak-park
1038 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-358-0800
Located in the heart of downtown
Oak Park, Lou Malnati’s is the
destination for a taste of Chicago’s
legendary deep dish pizza. The
hip, dynamic design of this full
service restaurant and bar provides
a unique dining atmosphere with
outdoor seating. Carry out, delivery,
and drop off catering services are
offered. Groups up to 20 can be
accommodated.
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Maya Del Sol P
Y mayadelsol.com
144 S. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-358-9800
Since 2007, Maya Del Sol has been
taking guests on an exciting culinary
journey through
Central/South
America. The
creative cocktails
and Latin-fusion
cuisine are served
in a vibrant
atmosphere where
friends and family
gather over a memorable meal.
Featuring live music in winter and a
beautiful outdoor patio during the
warmer months.
Q
Novo P
novooakpark.com
734 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL60301
708-628-3454
Novo - an American Bistro! Farm-
to-table restaurant & wine bar
located in the heart of Oak Park’s
historic Hemingway District, offering
chef-driven, responsibly sourced
and seasonally inspired dishes and
cocktails, a sustainable wine list, and
an atmosphere on par with any city
hot spot.
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Poor Phil’s Bar & Grill Z

poorphils.com
139 South Marion St.
Oak Park, IL
708-848-0871
The Murphy family has been serving
you since 1962. This is not your
daddy’s beer joint. Don’t miss oyster
hour. Featuring fresh soft shell crabs,
Phil’s lobster roll, Oak Park’s sidewalk
café, 36 craft beer taps, 100 + beers.
See Phil’s 100+ changing beer
selection at beermenus.com.

Q-BBQ Q
q-bbq.com
124 North Marion St.
Oak Park, IL 60301 Spilt Milk Pastry P
708-628-3421 spiltmilkpastry.com
Q-BBQ is an authentic BBQ restaurant 103 S. Oak Park Ave.
with regional inspirations – from Oak Park, IL 60302
the backwoods of the 708-613-4403
Carolinas, to the meat Spilt Milk is a family-run
markets of Texas, pastry shop specializing
to the hole-in- in homemade pies and
the-walls of pastries baked with
Memphis - in seasonal ingredients
everything from local farms
from and purveyors. Stop
smoked by to try a delicious
meats to heirloom apple pie,
homemade Mexican chocolate
sauces and chip cookie, and a
from-scratch cup of their own Spilt
sides. Catering and Milk blend coffee from
delivery are offered. Metric Coffee!

exceptional
SIMPLY

1107 Lake Street at Marion

708.660.8899
mysushihouse.com/oakpark

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SuBurrito Q location offering a fabulous array of
suburritomenu.com
1053 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-383-6900
Whether you’re a fan of Mexican food
already or your family originates from
Mexico, you’ll approve of SuBurrito’s
delicious regional offerings. A
flavorful Mexican eatery with a
physical location in downtown Oak
Park, catering is also available!
Sushi House Q
mysushihouse.com
1107 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-660-8899
With a serene and inviting
atmosphere, Sushi House welcomes
you into its Downtown Oak Park
mouth-watering sushi rolls, a full bar
featuring Asian-inspired martinis and
cocktails, a complete wine list and
alternative and fun menu items for
kids. Catering and private party room
available for 75 people.

Sugar Beet Food Co-Op

sugarbeetcoop.squarespace.com
812 W. Madison St.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-948-7656
The Sugar Beet Co-op is a community
owned grocery store, open to
everyone, featuring local and
organic products. They provide a
friendly shopping experience selling
high quality food, supporting local
growers, educating the community
and giving customers a voice where
they shop.

A classic French Bistro with American influences

Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner daily
Champagne Sunday Brunch with Live Jazz
“First-rate dining destination”, Chicago Sun-Times

211 N. Oak Park Ave.

Oak Park, IL 60302
(Located in the Write Inn Hotel, steps away from
Hemmingway’s birthplace and museum)
708.524.0806
hemmingwaybistro.com
Reservations recommended

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The Heritage (FOREST PARK MAP)
theheritageforestpark.com
7403 W Madison St.
Forest Park, IL 60130
708-435-4937
With a keen focus on seasonal
and approachable fare, The
Heritage offers a variety
of small and large
dishes that aim to
push quality, flavor,
and interesting
flourishes to the
forefront within
a welcoming and
accommodating
atmosphere. Stop
in at the bar to try
their weekly-changing
“Something & Tonic”.
The Little Gem Café Q
thelittlegemcafe.com
187 N. Marion St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-613-5491
An elegant European eatery that
serves delicious regional cuisine
and seasonal specials in a relaxed,
welcoming, and warm environment.
Open for lunch, brunch, and dinner
with a full bar and wide selection of
cocktails, wines, and beers. Private,
customized dining packages and off-
premise catering are also available.
Perfect for all occasions!
Winberie’s Restaurant P
oakpark.winberies.com
151 N. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708 386-2600
Located in historic Scoville Square
and within walking distance of
the Frank Lloyd Wright and
Hemingway attractions.
The American Bistro
menu features a
variety of items, a full
bar, and a “classy, yet
casual” aura. It’s the
perfect place to drop
in for a meal, an afternoon
indulgence, or a late night
cappuccino and dessert.
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 SHOPPING
The Book Table
booktable.net
1045 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-386-9800
Over 60,000 discounted new and
used titles. All books in the
store are at least 20% off
the cover price with
many books up to 75%
off. Particular strengths
in art, photography,
architecture, literature,
history and kids books.
Voted “Best Bookstore” in the
Chicago Reader, 2010.
Careful Peach Boutique
carefulpeach.com
1024 North Blvd.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-383-3066
Bienvenue au Careful Peach! A
smart and stylish Oak Park boutique
with a flair for bringing European
luxuries into everyday homes. They
have searched worldwide for rare
and uncommon
home accessories
and decor, artisan
jewelry and personal
accessories, gourmet
food products,
luxurious bath and
body goods, and
fine wine.
Three Garden Showrooms
Guided Tours Available
Children’s Discovery Garden
Free Admission
615 Garfield Street
in Oak Park, IL
(708) 725-2400
OPEN HOURS
Tues-Sun: 10am-4pm
What Wonders Will You
Discover?
www.oakparkconservatory.org
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Q Fashion Outlets of Chicago
fashionoutletsofchicago.com
5220 Fashion Outlets Way
Rosemont, IL 60018
847-928-7500
Fashion Outlets of Chicago is a
one-of-a-kind shopping and
dining experience, and is
located minutes from
O’Hare International
Airport, featuring over
130 designer outlets
and a world-class
art installation, a fine
dining restaurant and
shuttles to and from O’Hare
and downtown hotels. Pre-registered
Q tour groups are invited to receive
complimentary Green Savings Cards
for discounts.
Gala-Tec P
gala-tec.com
803 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-948-7574
Gala-Tec is Oak Park’s very own
family-owned Apple
Authorized Sales
and Service location!
Budgets, timelines,
and your future goals
all play an important
part in designing and
implementing the
perfect solution for you.
 SHOPPING

Geppetto’s Toy Box P

geppettostoybox.com
730 Lake St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-445-9906
A European-inspired toy shop
full of “toys with the magic still in
them.” Everything you’ll find here is
safe, sustainable and fun! Offering
“unplugged” toys that encourage
imaginative play, exploration and
learning. The great customer service,
free gift wrapping, and concierge
shopping service means you’ll get the
right gift for everyone in your life.
Ten Thousand Villages Q
Oak Park Jewelers, Inc. Z
tenthousandvillages.com/oakpark
oakparkjewelers.com 121 N. Marion St.
101 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60301
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-848-4572
708-383-9695
Shop for fair trade personal
Oak Park Jewelers prides itself in
accessories, home decor, gift items,
providing quality, fine jewelry,
coffee, tea, and
excellent customer service
chocolate. Ten
and expert craftsmanship to
Thousand Villages
customers since 1984. The
extensive collection of fine provides vital, fair
jewelry will satisfy all tastes income to people
and budgets. Custom jewelry in developing
designs are created by expert countries by
craftsmen to meet personal marketing their
needs. They showcase a handicrafts and
large selection of diamonds, colored telling their
gemstone jewelry, gold, silver, platinum, stories. Let the volunteers help you
and pearls. find the perfect gift!

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 So much to
explore in Oak Park,
one resource to
get it all done.

Oak Park Visitors Center

1010 Lake Street
Oak Park
(708) 848-1500
Your one-stop shop for tickets to a range of
popular attractions, souvenirs, unique gifts,
maps, dining guides, and much more.

Show this ad at
the Visitors Center
and receive 15% OFF
select merchandise!
(Some restrictions apply)

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 Berwyn Brookfield
6226 W. Ogden Ave 3720 Grand Blvd
708-484-5325 708-485-6833

This ain’t your average pizza place!

paisanspizza.com
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Dominican University
Performing Arts Center
dom.edu/pac
7900 W. Division St.
River Forest, IL 60305
708-488-5000
Easy to get to, just
20 minutes west of
Chicago’s Loop, DUPAC
features two halls with
superb acoustics and
ideal sightlines, and
presents concerts, plays,
lectures, and special
events throughout the year. Ample
free parking is available on-site.
Visit events.dom.edu for details and
tickets.
2017 Season: MAGIC • MURDER • MAYHEM
MACBETH & THE FAIR MAID OF THE WEST
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Madison Street Theatre V
mstoakpark.com
1010 W. Madison St.
Oak Park, IL 60302
312-282-1750
Madison Street Theatre
has two stages for rent, a
181-seat main stage and
60-seat Studio Theatre.
Madison Street Theatre is
proud of its commitment
to providing audiences
with the highest quality
artistic work and to continuously
work with artists whose passions lead
them to dream, to discover, to create
and to celebrate!

Oak Park Festival Theatre
oakparkfestival.com
PO Box 4114
Oak Park, IL 60303
708-445-4440
As the Midwest’s oldest
professional (Actors’ Equity
Association) classical
outdoor theater,
they have been
“breathing fresh air
into timeless texts”
since 1975. Their
famed summer
productions of
Shakespeare and
other theatre masters
are staged in idyllic
Austin Gardens in the heart of
downtown Oak Park.
OUR VISION IS
TO EMPOWER
EVERY VOICE IN
OUR COMMUNITY.
A R T S & C U LT U R E
Open Door Theater T
opendoortheater.net
902 S. Ridgeland Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60304
708-386-5510
Open Door is a 17 year-old
professional theater
organization producing
words that inspire,
entertain, and
reflect our diverse
community.
Open Door
fills its intimate
70-seat house
with theatrical
productions, improv/
sketch comedy, jazz, folk,
and classical music. There is
ample free parking.
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 Oak Park Place Apartments

Now Leasing Studio,

1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom Apartments, &
3 Bedroom Townhomes!

Oak Park Place Apartments is an exceptional soft-loft apartment community

with a full building amenity and residential unit package to meet the needs
for today's lifestyle.Located in downtown Oak Park, Oak Park Place is just
steps away from Oak Park's world class shopping, restaurants and array of
service amenities. The property is walking distance to the CTA Green Line
and Metra Station and is located 20 minutes from downtown Chicago.
Birthplace to Ernest Hemingway, Frank Lloyd Wright's home and Wright-
designed structures, the Village of Oak Park and its surrounding
neighborhoods offers a historically rich atmosphere, cultural diversity and
conveniences to meet the needs of its residents.

-Cyber Lounge & Club Room
- Roof Deck with Grills & Fire Pit
-Fitness Center
-Trader Joe's On-Site
- Pet Friendly & On-Site Pet Wash
- Exposed 9' to 10' Concrete Ceilings
- Deluxe Solid Wood Cabinetry with
Brushed Nickel Hardware
-Granite Counter Tops
- Stainless Steal Appliances

(708) 383-3000 LEASE TODAY

479 N Harlem Ave, &
RECEIVE WAIVED
Oak Park, IL 60301 APPLICATION FEE!
www.oakparkplaceapts.com

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Austin Gardens Cheney Mansion

Environmental Education cheneymansion.com
Center Q 220 N Euclid Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
pdop.org
708-725-2500
167 Forest Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302 Cheney Mansion is a 12,000-square-
708-725-2000 foot mansion,
owned and
The Austin Gardens operated by the
Environmental Education Park District of Oak
Center is a LEED Platinum Park. It provides a
certified facility owned by unique venue for
the Park District of Oak Park. community events
The facility features energy- and programs
efficient, high performance for all to enjoy in
and sustainable design addition to being
elements. It provides a a distinctive locale
unique venue for community events for your private celebrations and
and nature-focused programs. corporate events.

Generations of Excellence since 1958

708.771.8040 • 7375 W. North Ave., River Forest

7375 West North Avenue

River Forest, Illinois 60305
Welcome to Oak Park/River Forest
708.771.8040

Whether you are buying a new home, or selling

your home and want a complimentary opinion
of value, call us today!

“Our Roots are Here”

Andy Gagliardo Tom Poulos
Broker/Owner Broker/Owner

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Concordia University Chicago Oak Park Public Library P

cuchicago.edu oppl.org
7400 Augusta St. 834 Lake St.
River Forest, IL 60305 Oak Park, IL 60301
708 209-3192 708-383-8200
Hold your next meeting on the Offering everyone award-winning
picturesque campus of Concordia architecture, a permanent art
University Chicago. Facilities can collection, lively activities, workshops,
accommodate up to 300 and include film screenings, author talks, WiFi,
Internet, video conferencing, banquet social and silent spaces, computers,
rooms, and full catering services by wireless printing, and more. Oak Park
Sodexo Food Service. residents use their library to learn and
connect, borrowing and downloading
The Nineteenth books, movies, music, magazines,
Century Club Q mobile devices, and more.
nineteenthcentury.org
178 Forest Ave.
Scoville Square P
Oak Park, IL 60301 scovillesquare.com
708-386-2729 137 N. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60301
Located in the Frank Lloyd Wright
708-383-3733
Historic District, the Club (c. 1928)
conveys unique charm and character Built in 1905, Scoville Square was
in downtown Oak designed by E.E. Roberts
Park. The elegant and is one of the few
ballroom seats 280 examples of Prairie style
for dinner and 400 architecture applied to
theater-style. Rental commercial buildings.
benefits the 19th In 1980, commissioned
Century Charitable architect John Vinci
Association’s restored the building to
mission to its original grandeur. Ideal
strengthen the atmosphere for social and
community through business fundraisers and
learning, giving, receptions. Various shops
and sharing this and Winberie’s restaurant
landmark building. are on the first floor.

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Thatcher Woods Pavilion West Suburban Temple

fpdcc.com
8030 Chicago Ave.
River Forest, IL 60305
800-870-3666
Nestled within 245-acres of woodland
along the Des Plaines River, the
historic Thatcher Woods
Pavilion is a stone masonry
building anchored by
a traditional fireplace.
The facility was recently
renovated and offers
two rooms which can
be rented as a single
or double space for
weddings, meetings and
parties.
Har Zion
wsthz.org
1040 N. Harlem Ave.
River Forest, IL 60305
708-366-9000
West Suburban Temple is an
egalitarian synagogue in
River Forest. The temple
has been the center of
Conservative Judaism in
the western suburbs since
the 1930’s. It is a diverse,
dynamic community who
join together to pray, to
learn, and to celebrate the
joys of Jewish life.

open door
theater
Open Door is a 17 year old professional theater organization producing
works that inspire entertain, and reflect our diverse community. Open Door
fills its intimate 70-seat house with theatrical productions, improv/sketch
comedy, jazz, folk and classical music. There is ample free parking.
708.386.5510 • www.opendoortheater.net
opendoor902@gmail.com

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 LOCAL RESOURCES
A Matter of Style Salon
& Day Spa Q Commerce & Development
amatterofstylesalon.com
114 N. Marion St.
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-524-5151
A Matter of Style & Day Spa, providing
excellence in hair, skin, nail, makeup,
and spa services. The professional
and creative staff will help
you with individual service
selections. Whether it is
a facial series, a Swedish
massage, a pampering
manicure and pedicure,
or an elegant hair style, A
Matter of Style makes your life
easier and more enjoyable.
1049 Lake Street, #204
Oak Park, IL 60301
708-848-1560
www.oprfcf.org
@oprfcf
■Inspire ■Ignite
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Forest Park Chamber of
exploreforestpark.com
7331 W. Roosevelt Rd.
Forest Park, IL 60130
708-366-2543
The Forest Park Chamber of
Commerce and Development
focuses on enhancing and
promoting Forest Park’s
business districts.
Just 10 miles west of
Chicago, Forest Park
is a vibrant, active,
diverse community with
an eclectic mix of locally
owned boutiques, specialty
shops, eateries and unique events.
We connect!
■Involve
 LOCAL RESOURCES

Forest Park National Bank Oak Park City Apartments Q

and Trust Co. (FOREST PARK MAP) oakparkcityapts.com
forestparkbank.com 675 Lake St.
7348 W. Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60301
Forest Park, IL 60130 708-386-0707
Bank By Phone: 800-763-6770 Located near shopping, dining
Banking Support: 877-287-7895 and transportation, Oak Park
708-222-2800 City Apartments is the perfect
combination
The Forest Park National Bank and
of luxury and
Trust Company has served the
convenience!
community since 1943. In 1989,
This Prairie Court
it became a privately owned, inspired building
independent community bank. features heated
Since then, Forest Mortgage underground
Services has been added to parking, concierge
deliver a more complete menu style service and
of residential mortgage products key-card entry
to customers. FPNB Mobile from systems. Workout
Forest Park National Bank offers the in the 24-hour fitness center, or work
freedom and convenience for your from home in the 24-hour business
busy on-the-go lifestyle. center.

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Oak Park Place Park District of Forest Park

Apartments Q (FOREST PARK MAP)
oakparkplaceapts.com pdofp.org
479 N. Harlem Ave. 7501 Harrison St.
Oak Park, IL 60301 Forest Park, IL 60130
708-383-3000 708-366-7500
A new level in luxury living The mission of the Park District is to
beckons the elite to the heart of provide excellence in recreational
Downtown Oak Park. A permanent or opportunities through the park,
temporary residence at the height of facilities, and programs that will
sophistication and luxury welcomes enhance the quality of life for its
Oak Park Place Apartments, with 17 residents and guests.
distinctive floorplans to suit any
lifestyle. Footsteps from trendy Pineapple Dance Studio
shops and fine dining, the center of (FOREST PARK MAP)
everything chic.
pineappledance.org
7518 W. Madison St., 2nd Fl.
Oak Park Regional Forest Park, IL 60130
Housing Center Z 708-299-2608
liveinoakpark.com Pineapple Dance offers dance and
1041 South Blvd. fitness classes to adults and teens
Oak Park, IL 60302 in Zumba, Traditional Belly Dance,
708-848-7150 Hip Hop, West African and more.
The Housing Movement to music
Center has been a vehicle
provides a free for celebration
apartment and connection
referral in ethnic cultures
service, across the globe
financial and history. The
literacy classes studio is available
and home for rent, rehearsals
ownership and/or meetings.
counseling. No Special group classes
appointment available with any of
is necessary. the instructors.

137 N. Oak Park Ave.

Cornerstone of Lake St. & Oak Park Ave.
Space Available
• Retail Space 1,000 RSF and Up
• Custom Office Suites Up to 4,000 RSF
• Conference Room Hourly/Daily/Weekly
Contract Rates Available/Wi-fi
Convenient Village parking, CTA & PACE
www.scovillesquare.com • Call Jim Solnes - (708) 205-8000
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West Cook YMCA Z

westcookymca.org
255 S. Marion St.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-383-5200
With a focus on youth development,
healthy living, and social
responsibility, the YMCA nurtures
the potential of every youth and
teen, improves the nation’s health
and wellbeing, and provides
opportunities to give back and
support neighbors. We welcome
visitors with open arms. Come
experience the family atmosphere
of the Y!

Re/Max In The Village,

Realtors P
homesinthevillage.com
189 S. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
708-386-1400
At Re/Max, you can see it all online-
our listed properties, thousands
of Chicagoland properties, the
ReMax Collection of Luxury Homes,
foreclosures, scheduled open
houses and recent sales in your
neighborhood. We are locally owned OAK PARK
and offer the most productive agents RIVER FOREST
in Oak Park. Nobody sells more real MUSEUM
estate than Re/Max!

www. dom . edu

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Brookfield Zoo, Brookfield Cermak Plaza, Berwyn

Street Art, Oak Park Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio, Oak Park

Maya Del Sol, Oak Park Oak Park Conservatory, Oak Park

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 T R A N S P O R TAT I O N

GETTING HERE
Oak Park is 9 miles due west of Chicago’s Loop and easily accessible from O’Hare and
Midway International Airports.
By Public Transit:  Take the CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) Green Line from the Loop
and exit at Harlem Avenue.  For schedules and information, visit www.TransitChicago.
com or call 1-888-YOUR-CTA.
By Car:  Exit I-290 at Harlem Avenue/IL-43 and travel north on Harlem Avenue for
about 1 mile.

GETTING AROUND
Blue Cab/Village Cab Chicago Transit Authority
bluecab.us transitchicago.com
7417 Roosevelt Rd. P.O. Box 7563
Forest Park, IL 60130 Chicago, IL 60680
708 583-6900 1-888-YOUR-CTA
No hassle taxicab service to Oak Park’s Travel CTA’s Blue and Green Lines
Historic District from Downtown between beautiful Oak Park and
Chicago and from Oak Park to the magnificent Downtown Chicago!
airports. Flat-Rate fares include up to Trains run frequently all day and into
four adults. Must mention “flat-rate” the night. For more information call
when placing order. Twenty-four hour 1-888-YOUR-CTA (986-7282) or visit
service. transitchicago.com.

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 BEST BETS FOR EVERY SEASON
Whether you’re looking for family-friendly happenings, outdoor
live music, or craft beer festivals, Oak Park offers something to
do year-round for every age, personality, and budget.

SPRING
Jazz Thaw
(Oak Park)
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
(Forest Park)
St. Patrick’s Day Festival
(Berwyn)
Bike Brookfield!
(Brookfield)
St. Patrick’s Day Parade BIke Brookfield!

SUMMER
Wright Plus Architectural
Housewalk (Oak Park)
Riverside Arts Weekend (Riverside)
Uncork Illinois (Oak Park)
Taste of Cermak Road (Berwyn)
RAW Uncork Illinois
Route 66 Car Show (Berwyn)
Taste of Melrose Park (Melrose Park)

Route 66 Car Show Taste of Cermak Road

FALL
Brookfield Fine Arts Festival
Oaktoberfest (Brookfield)
HopStop Craft Beer Festival
(Riverside)
Oktoberfest (Berwyn)
Oaktoberfest (Oak Park)
Boo! At the Zoo HopStop Craft Open House Chicago (Oak Park)
Beer Festival Boo! At The Zoo (Brookfield)

WINTER
Arts and Crafts Beer Parlour
(Oak Park)
Home for the Holidays
(Oak Park)
Forest Park’s Holiday Walk
(Forest Park) Holiday Magic Forest Park’s Holiday Walk

Holiday Magic (Brookfield)

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 SATURDAY: DATE NIGHT PRIX-FIXE
Every Saturday night enjoy a new 3 course Prix-Fixe offering for two
for only $50. Executive Chef Josh Downing puts his creative talents to
the test to deliver an unforgettable meal that will have you coming
back every week for something new.

HAPPY HOUR
SPECIALS
MONDAY
ANY DRAFT OR BOTTLED BEER - $5
WINBERIE’S
TUESDAY
HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS
HOUSE-MADE
Monday through Thursday from 4PM to 6PM & 8:30PM to 9:30PM
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ALL DRAFT BEER - $4
ALL INFUSED COCKTAILS - $5
TUESDAY
THURSDAY
HOUSEMADE RED OR WHITE PEACH SANGRIA - $4

ALL WINES BY THE GLASS - $5

WEDNESDAY
HOUSEMADE INFUSED COCKTAILS - $4

FRIDAY
THURSDAY
ALL
ALL MARTINIS
WINES - $5- $5
BY THE GLASS

FRIDAY
ALL MARTINIS - $5
Monday through Friday
3pm - 6pm
SUNDAY
ALL BOTTLED BEER - $4

151 N. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park • 708/386-2600

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 BERWYN

CITY OF BERWYN
The City of Berwyn is home to
one-of-a-kind restaurants, shops
and entertainment stops. Using
WhyBerwyn.com, access our
cultural hot spots, special events,
notable architecture and outdoor
recreation. Known for our bungalows,
thriving music and arts scene, and
progressive attitude, Berwyn is
a leisure destination all its own
– #NothingLikeASuburb. Just a
short drive or train ride from the
Loop, explore the energy and culture found in our business districts. Berwyn
is recognized for nationally known live music venues and an eclectic mix of
independent shops and creative outlets. Dine no matter what you’re craving
from fine dining to hometown eats.

16th Street Theater Berwyn Development

16thstreettheater.org Corporation
6420 W. 16th St. berwyn.net
Berwyn, IL 60402 3322 S. Oak Park Ave., 2nd Fl.
708-795-6704 Berwyn, IL 60402
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area’s most intimate and highly The Berwyn Development
regarded presenters of engaging and Corporation markets
thought-provoking new Berwyn as a trendy
plays. Chicago Magazine business and leisure
named 16th Street “Best destination. They promote
Emerging Theater” for Berwyn’s energy and
bringing excellent, diverse culture to visitors and
and affordable theater to all residents and create
in the Berwyn community. unique development
opportunities for business.
Autre Monde Café & The BDC is a public-private
Spirits partnership with the City
autremondecafe.net of Berwyn, providing
6727 W. Roosevelt Rd. chamber services and economic
Berwyn, IL 60402 development to the proud city.
708-775-8122
A neighborhood restaurant
celebrating all things Mediterranean
with a fresh, seasonal menu, old world-
focused wine list and showcasing the
best organic & artisan producers, as
well as a cocktail program inspired by
small batch spirits, fresh juices and old
school techniques. Serving dinner 6
nights a week and brunch on Sundays.

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 BERWYN

Berwyn Park District

berwynparks.org
3701 S. Scoville Ave.
Berwyn, IL 60402
708-788-1701
The Berwyn Park District provides
safe, enjoyable, attractive and
environmentally responsible parks and
facilities with diverse programs and
efficient and responsive services. Their James Joyce Irish Pub
mission is to enrich the quality of life of thejamesjoyceirishpub.com
the community by providing superior 7138 W Windsor Ave.
parks, facilities and recreational services Berwyn, IL 60402
in a fiscally responsible manner. 708-795-1100
The James Joyce was designed as a
Big Guys Sausage Stand neighborhood Irish pub brought from
bigguyssausage.com the Emerald Isle here to the States.
7021 W. Roosevelt Rd. The pub has a unique and warm
Berwyn, IL 60402 feeling, which can be attributed to
708-317-5213 the friendly staff and classic décor.
Offering homemade sausages, hand-
ground burgers, daily specials, soups,
Lavergne’s Tavern
and chili. Like them on Facebook for lavergnes.com
promotions and specials! 6546 Windsor Ave.
Berwyn, IL 60402
Cigars and Stripes BBQ 708-956-7405

Lounge Located in the heart of Berwyn’s

Depot District, Lavergne’s
stripesbbq.com Tavern is the newest
6715 W. Ogden Ave. spot for amazing
Berwyn, IL 60402 food, local
708-484-1043 craft beer and
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for over 16 years, Cigars and friendly faces.
Stripes provides more than just With 20 beers
another tavern experience. It’s their on draft, a hand-
obligation to share their passion for crafted cocktail list,
art, quality entertainment, delicious and seasonal chef-created
menu, Lavergne’s selection is sure to
barbeque, and great beer.
have something for everyone!
FitzGerald’s Paisans Pizzeria & Bar
fitzgeraldsnightclub.com
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6615 W. Roosevelt Rd.
6226 W Ogden Ave.
Berwyn, IL 60402
Berwyn, IL 60402
708-788-2118 708-484-5325
Across the street from Oak Park A full service restaurant, bar, and
in Berwyn, FitzGerald’s has built a banquet space serving gourmet
legendary reputation for an eclectic burgers, fresh salads, handmade
mix of music in a casual, comfortable pastries, and famous pizza! It’s been
setting that attracts music fans of 30 years since the opening of the first
all ages. The New York Times calls location in Cicero and it’s been quite
the club “a musical gem” and it has a slice! The team at Paisans looks
consistently been ranked among the forward to sharing the next 30 years
top five music venues in Chicago. with you. Let’s eat!

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 BROOKFIELD

VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD
Like nature? According to Chicago magazine,
“You’ll love this western suburb, which is home
to Brookfield Zoo and a stretch of the Salt Creek
fores preserve.”
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relaxin
relaxing at
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(world’s largest
arcade), refuel with an authentic serving of fish and
chips at Irish Times or a cheesy pizza at Paisan’s.

Brookfield Zoo Galloping Ghost Arcade

czs.org
8400 31st St.
Brookfield, IL 60513
708-688-8000
World-famous Brookfield Zoo is open
every day inspiring guests through
extraordinary connections with animals,
nature, and each other. It is home to
more than 3,000 animals representing
in excess of 420 species in naturalistic
habitats. For information on special
events to enhance your visit, group rates,
and ticket packages, visit CZS.org
gallopingghostarchade.com
9415 Ogden Ave.
Brookfield, IL 60513
708-485-4700
The Galloping Ghost Arcade located
in Brookfield is the largest video
arcade in the world, with more than
580 original (no emulation) arcade
games covering all genres and
ranging from the 1970s – 2010! A $20
entry fee at the door gets you all-day
access and machines are on Free Play!

MORE THAN JUST ALE

Restaurant · LIVE MUSIC

Full Bar · patio Seating
www.BrookfieldAleHouse.com
8900 Fairview Avenue • Brookfield

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 BROOKFIELD

Irish Times
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8869 Burlington Ave.
Brookfield, IL 60513
708-485-8787
Selected as a top 10 Irish pub in
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of-a-kind experience in downtown
Brookfield (4 minutes from the zoo).
They offer authentic décor, delicious
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for the perfect pint in a comfortable
environment that is the gathering
place for the entire community.

Mary’s Morning Mix-Up

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 RIVERSIDE
VILLAGE
OF RIVERSIDE
As one of the nation’s first planned
suburban communities, and one
of only two villages in the state
designated an arboretum, Riverside
is truly the hidden gem of suburban
Cook County. Its incomparable
design, pastoral setting and
unparalleled small-town ambiance
offers its residents, business owners
and visitors alike, the chance
to experience the kind of safe,
neighborly, American small-town life
that has all but disappeared in today’s
modern world.
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Frederick Law Olmsted
Society of Riverside
olmstedsociety.org
P.O. Box 65
Riverside, IL 60546
708-442-7675
The Olmsted Society protects,
preserves, and promotes the
storybook village of Riverside, “One
of the Ten Towns That Changed
America,” through educational
programs, volunteer landscape
workdays, tours, and special events.
Relax and enjoy our beautiful
landscapes, winding roads, gas lamps,
and many architectural gems. Visit
website for details.
 RIVERSIDE

Quincy Street Distillery

quincystreetdistillery.com
39 E. Quincy St.
Riverside, IL 60546
708-357-7414
Quincy Street Distillery
creates historically-
inspired, handcrafted,
artisanal spirits based
on classic formulas with
unique and distinctive
expressions of taste.
Come and experience the
remarkable creations, taste
and purchase these unique spirits!
Book tours at the distillery including
a tasting at the Speakeasy bar.
Riverside Historical Museum
Riverside Arts Center + riversidemuseum.net
Freeark Gallery 10 Pine Ave.
riversideartscenter.com Riverside, IL 60546
32 E. Quincy St. 708-447-2542
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trips, and curricula-based and private residences designed
workshops for schools. Birthday by world-renowned architects; and
parties and private party rentals local history dating from the Native
available. American period to the present.

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Riverside Public Library

riversidelibrary.org
1 Burling Rd.
Riverside, IL 60546
708-442-6366
Visit the gargoyles who watch over
this exquisite Tudor Revival nestled
along the banks of the winding Des
Plaines. This full-service library is
home to the Olmsted Collection, a
scholar’s delight of nearly 1,000 works
on Olmsted and the development
of Riverside as related to landscape
planning and design.

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Take a walk on the
healthy side.
When your medical needs can’t wait, Edward-
Elmhurst Health has board-certified providers
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We offer:

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Immediate Care – Oak Park

Edward-Elmhurst Health Center
932 Lake Street

M-F: 8am–8pm
Sat/Sun: 8am–6pm

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OAK PARK VISITORS CENTER

1010 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301
Phone (708) 848-1500 | Fax (708) 524-0446

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1-888-OAK-PARK | TDD# 1-800-526-0844
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VISIT OAK PARK OFFICE

1010 Lake Street, Suite 402, Oak Park, IL 60301
Phone (708) 524-7800