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Hidden Gems and Special spots in and around chicago's Northshore

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After living for 40 years on the North Shore, it is time to share some of the hidden gems and special spots I believe are exceptional.

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Bennison's Bakery

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Evanston, IL - Nearly 90 year old family run bakery creating traditional and seasonal classic European style breads and pastries.

Grateful Bites Pizza Shoppe

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Winnetka, IL - Rock and Roll themed wood oven fired gourmet pizza joint spun out of acclaimed North Shore catering business.

The Lucky Platter and Pantry

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Evanston, IL - Eclectic and Whimsical diner with attached pantry store. Entire menu is made from scratch including all bread and pastries. In business since 1991.

The Lantern

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Lake Forest, IL - Same spot since the depression. Great bar and family spot known for their burgers.

Little Red Hen

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Glencoe, IL - Family owned spot known for their homemade Mama's Favorites and long held secret spiced fried chicken

Rollin D&D

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Evanston, IL - Amazing specialty hot sandwiches from deli in D&D Finer Foods.

Towne & Oak

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Winnetka, Il - Sun-soaked cafe and event space for breakfast, lunch, private events or afternoon tea service.

Zier's Meat and Poultry

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Wilmette, Il - Old time super high quality butcher shop that has been in the same location since the 1880s. 

Pastaficio

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Highwood, Il - Authentic homemade pasta, sauces and pre-made gourmet meals. Old world Italian from 1977.

That Little French Guy

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Highland Park, Il - Authentic French Patisserie and Cafe serving the finest pastries, breakfast items, fresh baked bread, sandwiches, tartines and salads. 

The Fish Keg

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Evanston, Il - Family owned historic Fish and Shrimp Eatery serving deep fried delights in the same spot for 75 years.

Convito Italiano

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Wilmette, Il - Deli, Bakery, Wine Shop and Cafe serving fresh Italian entrees, sides and desserts. The perfect spot for picnic items. 

Sarkis Cafe

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Evanston, Il - Longtime breakfast spot established in 1965 by larger than life personality Sarkis Tashijan. Under new ownership in 2000, yet with most of the same old favorites and new broader menu.

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Bennison's Bakery

Evanston, IL - Nearly 90 year old family run bakery creating traditional and seasonal classic European style breads and pastries.

Video

Grateful Bites Pizza Shoppe

Winnetka, IL - Rock and Roll themed wood oven fired gourmet pizza joint spun out of acclaimed North Shore catering business.

The LUcky Platter and Pantry

Evanston, IL - Eclectic and Whimsical diner with attached pantry store. Entire menu is made from scratch including all bread and pastries. In business since 1991.

The Lantern

Lake Forest, IL - Same spot since the depression. Great bar and family spot known for their burgers.

Little Red Hen

Glencoe, IL - Family owned spot known for their homemade Mama's Favorites and long held secret spiced fried chicken

Rollin D&D

Evanston, IL - Amazing specialty hot sandwiches from deli in D&D Finer Foods.

Towne & Oak

Winnetka, Il - Sun-soaked cafe and event space for breakfast, lunch, private events or afternoon tea service.

Ziers Meat and Poultry

Wilmette, Il - Old time super high quality butcher shop that has been in the same location since the 1880s. 

Pastaficio

Highwood, Il - Authentic homemade pasta, sauces and pre-made gourmet meals. Old world Italian from 1977.

That Little French Guy

Highland Park, Il - Authentic French Patisserie and Cafe serving the finest pastries, breakfast items, fresh baked bread, sandwiches, tartines and salads. 

The Fish Keg

Evanston, Il - Family owned historic Fish and Shrimp Eatery serving deep fried delights in the same spot for 75 years.

Convito Italiano

Wilmette, Il - Deli, Bakery, Wine Shop and Cafe serving fresh Italian entrees, sides and desserts. The perfect spot for picnic items. 

Sarkis Cafe

Evanston, Il - Longtime breakfast spot established in 1965 by larger than life personality Sarkis Tashijan. Under new ownership in 2000, yet with most of the same old favorites and new broader menu.

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