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The heavily Spanish-speaking artist enclave is slowly being populated by those tiring of trendier lifestyles. Slews of studios, Mexican groceries, and hipster haunts. Best of all: quiet.
EXPLORE ANOTHER NEIGHBORHOOD:
Simone's
960 W 18th St 312-666-8601
The bar top’s built from an old bowling alley lane; DJ booth comes from old pinball machines. Libations are stellar; bar food is way above average. The vibe is just right. Drink it in.
Photo: Courtesy of Simone’s
Knee Deep Vintage
1425 W 18th St 312-850-2510
Vintage duds from the ’40s to the ’80s knock knees with retro housewares. Pick up everything from designer to no-name (but cool) pieces for cheap.
Photo: Courtesy of Knee Deep Vintage
Workshop
818 W 18th St 312-226-9000
Ecofriendly design darling Annie Novotny’s storefront is a sweet escape: Her gorgeous threads, her friends’ accessories (vintage necklaces, hand-dyed silk scarves), and Danish mod decor.
Photo: Courtesy of Annie Frei
Nightwood
2119 S Halsted St 312-526-3385
Lula’s Southside baby sis offers fresh-from-the-vine cocktails alongside seasonally farmed meats, seafood, and veggies.
Photo: Jason Little Photography / Courtesy of Nightwood
Kristoffer's Cafe
1733 S Halsted St 312-829-4150
Mexican-bent bakery with unreal tres leches, an ever-changing coffee selection, and a sweet family vibe to boot.
Photo: Getty Images
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