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Things to do in Evanston, IL
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items I live in Evanston IL, and there are many, many cool small businesses that you should consider putting on your list. You can trust me because I've lived here for over half of my life.
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This is my favorite small bookstore ever. It is so cool and has so many different sections with amazing books. The basement is the best part, with YA books, adult fantasy, romance, mystery, and a used book section.
Bookends & Beginnings
This is a really cool artistic reuse shop with many cool craft supplies including yarn, fabric, trinkets, and much more. They even have a section that is free for teachers.
The WasteShed Evanston
There are a fair few locally owned thrift shops in Evanston, but Classy Closet is my favorite. They have regular priced clothing upstairs, and up to 75% off clothing in the basement. They have an. Amazing selection of clothes, shoes, and jewelry.
Classy Closet Consignment
This is a super cute locally owned shop! It has a bunch of cool stuff and gifts like stickers, socks, jewelry, and much more! It is definitely worth a visit.
niceLena & Friends
Squeezebox is a great book and music store. They have new and used books of all genres, along with stickers and some cool gifts. You can even trade in your old books for store credit.
Squeezebox Books & Music Inc
Booked is another amazing local bookstore. it is quite small, but has many great books and is definitely worth a visit.
Booked
Food
Our local bakery that serves many sweet and savory treats. Everything I've ever eaten there has been delicious, and I would highly recommend trying it out sometime.
Bennison's Bakery
I've only been here a couple times, but their food is so so good. They offer many different sweet and savory items, mostly for brunch. They also have a pastry bar, and the seating is very comfy.
Cupitol Coffee & Eatery
We have many bubble tea spots in Evanston, but Moge Tee is by far my favorite. I always get the mango yogurt, and it is so good. And every drink comes in a cute cup with cat ears!
Best Boba Tea | Moge Tee | United States
La Cocinita is a very tasty restaurant serving authentic Venezuelan food. They have a food truck and a location on Chicago Ave, and I especially love their plantains.
La Cocinita
This is a really yummy Thai place on Central St. They have amazing noodles and potstickers, and the overall atmosphere is really nice.
Pinto Thai Evanston
Frio Gelato is a great stop in the summer! Their gelato is amazing and there are so many different flavors and ways that you could get it served.
FRÍO Gelato
Homers is a bit outside of Evanston, located in Wilmette, but it is such a cute diner and their ice cream is so good. It has become a tradition for our cast to visit here after our show, and I look forward to it every year.
Homer's Restaurant & Ice Cream