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Pilsen

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.

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Knee Deep Vintage

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

Simone's

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

Workshop

Workshop

818 W 18th St 312-226-9000

Ecofriendly design darling Annie Frei’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

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

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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