Evanston, Cook County, IL
Places to go in Evanston
48 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Shopping
Andersonville Galleria
Quirky retail market with independent vendors sells apparel, gifts, gourmet foods & artisanal wares.
5247 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Outdoors
Arrington Lagoon at Dawes Park
This park pond features fountains & ducks & turns into an ice-skating rink in the winter.
1647 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Food & Drink
Backlot Coffee
Espresso-based drinks, light fare & gelato offered in a lean space with art-lined walls.
2006 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Food & Drink
Berry Pike Cafe
Steamed sandwiches, Liège waffles, homemade desserts & baked goods in a small family-run cafe.
1100 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Food & Drink
Bluestone
Classic American fare is served in a cozy eatery with a fireplace & sports on TV.
1932 Central St #34, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Shopping
Bookends & Beginnings
1620 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Food & Drink
Brothers K Coffeehouse
Buzzy coffee shop serving Chicago-roasted Metropolis java, Italian-style espresso & baked goods.
500 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Food & Drink
Campagnola
Serving simply prepared Italian dishes using local ingredients in a comfy space with exposed brick.
815 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Nightlife
Celtic Knot Public House
Boisterous saloon featuring Irish pub grub, booze & live music in comfortable surroundings.
2022 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Nightlife
City Winery Chicago
30,000-sq.-ft. venue with a winery, Mediterranean eatery, garden courtyard & live entertainment.
1200 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Outdoors
Clark Square Park
Clark Square Park, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Food & Drink
Colectivo Coffee Evanston
716 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Food & Drink
Complimentary Cafe
4933 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
Food & Drink
Cupitol Coffee & Eatery (Evanston)
Choice cafe fare & espresso drinks served in a modern, stylish space with sidewalk seating.
812 Grove St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Outdoors
Dawes Park
1700 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Outdoors
Emily Oaks Nature Center
Indoor nature center featuring interactive exhibits, classrooms, a playground, a garden & more.
4650 Brummel St, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
Wellness
Essence Medspa & Wellness Center
6413 N Kinzua Ave, Chicago, IL 60646, USA
Food & Drink
Evanston Pour
528 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Family
Exploritorium
4701 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
Nightlife
Five & Dime
Contemporary 2nd-floor bar featuring sandwiches, cocktails, a rooftop patio & various games.
1026 Davis St Upstairs, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Arts & Culture
Grosse Point Lighthouse
Seasonal tours of a historical lighthouse, which includes a trek up 141-steps to the light tower.
2601 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Outdoors
James Park
Urban recreation area offering a playground, athletic fields, basketball & tennis courts & gardens.
Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Family
Kids Empire Evanston
1924 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Food & Drink
La Principal
Contemporary Mexican street food served in chic, relaxed digs with a bar & a walk-up coffee window.
700 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA