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Wicker Park & Bucktown
Type: Shopping Districts
10Best Says
Once the purview of Nelson Algren, Wicker Park and Bucktown have been disparaged as "hipster central" but take it from someone who grew up in the hoods pre-gentrification - this is cool, too - and... Read More
Once the purview of Nelson Algren, Wicker Park and Bucktown have been disparaged as "hipster central" but take it from someone who grew up in the hoods pre-gentrification - this is cool, too - and safer. Browse Japanese and Danish design at Moth; on-trend clothing, apothecary home decor and gifts at Una Mae's; great vinyl at Reckless Records or Shuga Records; and p.45 for a curated collection of emerging and nationally recognized designers. Enaz, unique to the Chicago area, has a new location here offering denim, sweaters, t-shirts, dresses and accessories. Asrai Garden, since 1999, stocks fine jewelry and "magical curiosities."
The area is a magnet for artists who work on canvas and the plate so don't leave without having a bite and a pint. Better yet, plan to visit during one of the annual events like the WPB Summer Sidewalk Sale and Wicker Park Fest.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Jacky Runice
Chicago Local Expert
- Best Shopping: "Duck into Piece Brewery and Pizzeria, one of the friendliest eateries in these parts."
- Recommended as Best Shopping Because: Bucktown and Wicker Park are magnets for artists, musicians, modern indie shops and chefs.
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